Week of Events
The Path
This exhibition features visual artists, a writer and a documentary producer for whom surfing has been part of their life journey. Although connected by surfing, they haven’t been asked to create or exhibit ‘Surf Art’, but rather to interrogate the crossover in their passions, and contemplate through their practice and discussion the connection between these […]
Sustainability 101
Sustainability 101
Develop your knowledge of models of sustainability and contemporary environmental issues with EIT’s NEW fully online course. - The key factors and their interactions within models of sustainability.- Environmental, economic, social and cultural factors.- Historic and contemporary Māori sustainability perspectives and practices.- Local and global contexts.- Implications of contemporary environmental issues for organisations.- Limiting factors […]
Soul Choir Auditions 2022 – CANCELLED
Soul Choir Auditions 2022 – CANCELLED
You've got Soul? - Let it out!Do you like to sing Soul Music in a big and friendly choir?Come to St Andrew's Hall and sing with us on Monday, Feb 14th! You will have a joyful and exciting night and learn a song.If you have fun with it and would stay with us, you're asked […]
Liquefaction: What is it, why it matters and what we can do about it
Liquefaction: What is it, why it matters and what we can do about it
This is the commemorative lecture for 1931 Hawke’s Bay Earthquake, also known as the Napier earthquake, which occurred at 10:47am on 3 February 1931, killing 256, injuring thousands and devastating the Hawke’s Bay region. This year Rick Wentz is invited to give a lecture on liquefaction. The focus of this lecture will be to define […]
The Betty Tour 2022 – NAPIER
The Betty Tour 2022 – NAPIER
The Betty Tour Aotearoa 2022. Join Ainslie and band at The Cabana 8pm Thursday 17th February 2022 to celebrate the release of ‘BETTY’. Tickets available online from utr and door sales available from the venue.‘Betty’ Ainslie Allen’s Country Album debuted at #8 on the NZ Official Top 40 Charts!Ainslie Allen (Rongowhakaata) Country Music Entertainer of […]
The Air Force at Deco – CANCELLED
The Air Force at Deco – CANCELLED
This event is presented as part of the 2022 Art Deco Festival. The Royal New Zealand Air Force Band has been a vital unit of the New Zealand Defence Force for more than eighty years. The band is made up of highly skilled reservists, with many also performing in other leading ensembles, ranging from the […]
Art Deco Arts Exhibition Opening and Preview
Art Deco Arts Exhibition Opening and Preview
Celebrate the Art Deco era by visiting the dedicated Festival exhibition of Deco inspired artworks at Creative Arts Napier. View paintings and sculpture created exclusively for this curated collection by well-known contemporary New Zealand artists. Note this exhibition is running until March 3.
Art Deco Farmers Market
Art Deco Farmers Market
Come and experience what Central Hawke's Bay's local vendors have to offer at our first Art Deco Weekend Farmers Market.Located across from the Waipukurau Train Station, from 11am - 3pm where we will be showcasing the best of our local produce, food, handcrafts and more. The Art Deco Train will be arriving at 2pm.
Guthrie Smith Arboretum Visit
Guthrie Smith Arboretum Visit
Come and enjoy the Guthrie Smith Arboretum at Tutira which will be open every Sunday from October until the end of May. Look out for the sign at the gate of the Outdoor Education Centre. It is stunning at all times of the year but particularly beautiful in spring and autumn. The arboretum is spread […]
Wairoa Raceday at Hastings Racecourse
Wairoa Raceday at Hastings Racecourse
We are hosting the Wairoa Racing Club at the Hastings Racecourse on Sunday 20 Feb! Featuring the Affco NZ Ltd Wairoa Cup! FREE Admission & Bouncy Castle for the Kids! Gates Open - 11amFirst Race - 12.10pmLast Race 4.21pm8x races on the card
Sunday Session at Te Awanga
Sunday Session at Te Awanga
Sit back, relax, let the afternoon flow as you sup on delicious Te Awanga Estate wine (no BYO alcohol thanks) and our tasty as pizzas and platters. Bring a picnic rug, a picnic (if you prefer to cater yourself) and the kids, let them free-range as you...just...chill.$5 on the gate, U12s are free.Gates open at […]
Groove Foundation
Groove Foundation
Groove Foundation. Expect wonderful versions of some great classics from the songbooks of soul, groove, blues, rock and then some….These four seasoned professionals will complete your afternoon! Kick back and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talents while sipping away on some of our boutique wines and beers in the vines.Bring your […]