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Waihi Beach Hotel proudly hosts...
STEADY EDDY - 'HIGHWAY TO HIPPYVILLE' NZ TOUR
Tuesday 1 April 2008 6:30pm - 10:30pm
Waihi Beach Hotel, Wilson Road, Waihi Beach
His first tour here in almost 10 years, Steady Eddy returns to NZ in search of HippyVille. Opening the show is another top Australian comedian, Chris Franklin "The Bloke". This is an 'April Fools Day' comedy show to benefit Waihi Beach Environment Society. Tickets on sale now at the venue $30 or door sales for $35
Contact: Waihi Beach Hotel Phone: (07) 863 5402
HIGHLAND, CELTIC AND IRISH DANCE CLASSES with Rose Boyd (M.A.H.N.D)
Monday 31 March and Monday 7 April 2008
St James Presbyterian Church Hall, Moresby Ave, Waihi
Join Rose Boyd, a fully qualified Highland Dance Teacher, as she starts up her dance classes for the first time in Waihi. These classes cater for all ages from 4 years old and over.
4 - 6 yr olds from 3:30 - 4:00pm 7 - 9 yr olds from 4:00 - 4:30pm
10 - 13 yr olds from 4:30 - 5:00pm Over 14 yrs from 5:00 - 5:30pm
Contact Rose Boyd Phone: (07) 549 1556 or 027 306 1413
SQUASH OPEN DAY
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April 2008 2:30 - 5:00pm
Waihi Squash Club, Baker, Street, Waihi
Have fun, keep fit!... Play Squash. Have a free hit with free use of the gear and free coaching.
See what your local Squash Club has to offer you. For more info contact 0800 SQUASH
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL '08
Saturday 19 - Sunday 27 April 2008
Enjoy 23 great walks, all guided and free of charge. Everyone can enjoy exploring our great outdoors, including a brand new coastal track and a twilight walk. What a great way to get active in the April school holidays! For more info see listings below or contact one of the following organisers:
Waihi Information Centre Phone (07) 863 6715 Paeroa Information Centre Phone (07) 862 8636
Katikati Information Centre Phone (07) 549 1658 Te Aroha i-Site Phone (07) 884 8052
Thames i-Site Phone (07) 868 7284 Te Korowai hauora O Hauraki Phone 027 227 9151
DoC Tauranga Phone (07) 578 7677
HAMILTON TO WHANGAMATA BIKE RACE
Saturday 12 April 2008. Registration between 6:30-7:30am. Races start from 8am. Starting at Porritt Stadium, Crosby Road, Hamilton
125km Bike Ride. Lots of great spot prizes to be won, with cash prizes for the Elite Race. Open to anyone with a bike.
Contact: Stephen Cox Phone: (07) 843 6215
Email: coxcycling@xtra.co.nz
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - WAIHI BEACH TO HOMUNGA BAY & RETURN
Sunday 20 April 2008 9am
Spectacular sea views. No serious climbing but not for those suffering from vertigo! An all day walk - you will need plenty of water. Departs 9am from Waihi Beach at north end. 5 hrs, medium standard of fitness required. Take lunch. A bus has been organised to return you to the start point - fare $10.
To register for this walk contact Waihi Information Centre Phone (07) 863 6715
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - OHINEMURI WINERY TOUR & LUNCH
Saturday 19 April 2008
Come and discover Ohinemuri Winery, taste some of the award winning wines and enjoy a relaxing lunch. Departs 12:30pm from Ohinemuri Winery, Moresby St, Karangahake. Karangahake Tunnel & Windows walk 1 hr, low standard of fitness required. Lunch at 1:30pm - registrations for lunch are essential.
To register for this tour contact Paeroa Information Centre Phone: (07) 862 8636
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - FARM HILL WALK
Monday 21 April 2008
See Waihi and the mine pit as you have never seen them before. On a clear day you can see as far as Whakatane. Steady uphill all the way to a great lunch spot. Departs 9am from the end of Savage Rd, Waihi. 4hrs, medium fitness required. Take Lunch.
To register for this walk contact Waihi Information Centre Phone: (07) 863 6715
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - KARANGAHAKE NIGHT WALK
Tuesday 22 April 2008
This spectacular walk takes you through the windows tunnel. Aimed at families with younger children. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Departs 5:30pm from the Karangahake Gorge Scenic Carpark. 2 - 2.5 hrs, easy walk, torches essential. Bring a pen for a family competition. To register for this walk contact Paeroa Information Centre Phone: (07) 862 8636
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - URETARA WETLANDS / YEOMANS WALKWAY
Sunday 20 April 2008
Departs 2pm from the Landing Jetty, Beach Rd, Katikati. 1.5 hrs, an easy walk suitable for all ages. To register for this walk contact Katikati Information Centre
Phone: (07) 549 1658
WAIHI GENEALOGY GROUP
Wednesday 23 April 2008 7:30pm Bridge Club Hall, Union Street, Waihi
Robyn Williams presents a talk on computers and Genealogy. $2 entry. All welcome. Newcomers might like to bring along any information on the family they would like to research.
Contact: Wayne and Pam Curry Phone: (07) 863 7232
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - DICKIES FLAT VIA WINDOWS
Monday 21 April 2008
Discover the remains of the Talisman Battery, old mining tunnels and the Crown Mine stope, continuing along the senic Waitawheta river to Dickies Flat. Departs 10am from the Karangahake Gorge Scenic Reserve Carpark. 3-4 hrs, medium fitness required. take lunch and torches. To register for this walk contact Paeroa Information Centre Phone: (07) 862 8636
WAIKINO SCHOOL CHARITY TRAIL RIDE
Sunday 20 April 2008 sign-in at 8:30 onwards and ride starts at 10am Start McLean Road, Waitawheta
Helmet and appropriate footware essential. Ride around the 30km circuit of farmland as many times as you like! All welcome - Seniors - Juniors - ATV's. Pee wee track set up for the day.
Contact: Carl Davies 0274 414 301 or Mark Whyte 021 729 012
ECHO WALKING FESTIVAL - AONGATETE LODGE TRACK
Thursday 24 April 2008 Set amongst bush of mainly lowland podocarps and native trees. Enjoy this pest free area to which birds are returning. Departs 10am from Aongatete Lodge Carpark at the end of Wright Road, Katikati. 4 hrs, medium fitness required. Take lunch.
To register for this walk contact Katikati Information Centre Phone: (07) 549 1658
PLAYCENTRE GARAGE SALE
Saturday 12 April 2008 8:30am
In the Playcentre grounds, Consuls Street, Waihi
Something for everyone... Toys, Clothes, Books, Furniture and Kitchenware etc.
Contact: Karen Phone: (07) 863 8224
MURAL CELEBRATION
Saturday 19 April 2008 11am
This Market Day at Martha Court next to the Art Market on Seddon Street, the fantastic colourful heritage mural painted by local artist Chilton Tinling, is going to be unveiled to the public for the first time. Comeon down and be one of the first to see this masterpiece, and share in this community celebration for a job well done.
ARTRAGEOUS
Friday 2 May - Saturday 3 May 2008 10am - 4pm
Waihi Memorial Hall, Seddon St, Waihi
A wide selection of visual art forms on display. Art for sale, live music, coffee bar and a chance to meet the artists. Contact: wattsdue@paradise.net.nz
WHANGAMATA BEACH HOP 2008
Wednesday 30 April - 4 May 2008
Held in the popular seaside resort of Whangamata, the 5 day festival celebrates the music, kulture, fashion, music,hot rods, motorbikes, dancing, dragsters, scooters of this golden era. The festival has grown from 4,000 to over 70,000 people in just over 5 years. This makes it one of the largest events of it's kind in the world. All proceeds raised are donated to the emergency services in the area. Come along and enjoy the non-stop action.
POETS CORNER COOKING SCHOOL
Tuesday 6 may 2008 9am - 1pm
Poets Corner Lodge, 28 Poets Crn Rd, Waihi
As part of the Coromandel Homegrown Food, Art and Music Festival, Chef John Braine will host a cooking school with the focus on easy lunches. Finish the morning by sitting down to taste the delights over lunch. Cost: $35 Contact: Megan - Tourism Coromandel Phone (07) 868 0471
Waihi Beach Dirt Track Club Inc. hosts... DEMOLITION DERBY & FUN DAY
Saturday 26 April 2008 from 11am (rain-off day Saturday 3 May 2008)
Track at 597 Waihi Beach Road, Waihi Beach
Spectator entry fee: $5 Adults and under 12's a gold coin donation. Enjoy the thrills and spills as the guys and girls of the Waihi Beach Dirt Track Club host the end of season fun day including the long awaited annual demolition derby. METAL CRUSHING MAHEM!!! A great day out for family fun. Food caravan on site. Contact: Christine Evetts - Secretary Phone: (07) 863 4555
PAEROA MIND BODY AND SPIRIT EXPO
Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April 2008 10am - 5pm
Paeroa Racecourse Adults $5 and under 15 free
Curious, recieving or otherwise! Theres something for everyone at the Mind, Body and Spirit Expo...Psycic Mediums giving free demonstrations all weekend, Crystals and Jewellery, Natural Products, Aura Photography, Spiritual Books and much, much more. Contact Dean on 021 373 404
SPECIAL ANZAC DAY SHOW - WAIHI MEMORIAL RSA
Friday 25th April 2008 2-6pm
Waihi Memorial RSA, Seddon Street, Waihi
Music with Joy Adams and Special guest artist direct from Texas (USA) David Cline. Restaurant opens at 5:30pm Phone 07 863 8860
WAIHI BEACH ANZAC DAY SERVICES
Friday 25 April 2008 Waihi Beach Memorial RSA, 99 Beach Road, Waihi Beach
ALL WELCOME 5:30am Assemble in car park, 6:00am Dawn service and wreath laying, 9:30am Church service in the clubrooms Phone 863 5688
ANZAC DAY SERVICES - WAIHI MEMORIAL RSA
Friday 25 April 2008 Waihi Memorial RSA, Seddon Street, Waihi
Programme of events. 6:00am Dawn Parade at Waihi RSA Clubrooms followed by Breakfast
8:00am Travel to Servicemen's Cemetry for laying of wreaths
10:45am Assemle at clubrooms and march to Waihi Memorial Hall
Phone 07 863 8860
TWO NEW EXHIBITIONS - THE WAIHI ARTS CENTRE AND MUSEUM
Saturday 19 April - Sunday 11 May 2008
Waihi Arts Centre and Museum, Kenny Street, Waihi
Hours: Thursday - Sunday 10am - 3pm
LINES OF LIGHT - wood engravings by Campbell Smith
COLOURS OF WAR - Images and Poems by Sue Baker Wilson and Friends
Cost $5 entry Phone 07 863 8386
WAIHI COMMUNITY MARAE MOTHERS DAY FUNDRAISER
Sunday 11 May 2008 from 9am onwards
Waihi Community Marae, Consuls Street, Waihi
HOUSIE - $40.00 package of 1 x Housie sheet, 1 x Super sheet, 1 x Ten-O booklet, 1 x Raffle ticket (Mother's Day Taonga) HANGI & PUDDING - $ 10.00 Tickets limited to 100
Contact Penny Phone (07) 863 8915 or Bobby Phone (07) 863 9454
MOTHERS DAY BUFFET DINNER AT THE CHAMBERS
Sunday Evening 11 May 2008
Chambers Cafe, Bar and Restaurant, Haszard St, Waihi
Delicious Buffet Dinner $25.00 per person. Book a table of 4 or more and Mum dines free! Children under 11yrs - age = price. Contact: Leah Archibald Phone: (07) 863 7474
ROBYN TUCKER - LIVE MUSIC AT WAITETE RESTAURANT
Saturday 17 May 2008 12:00 - 5:30pm
Waitete Restaurant, 31 Orchard Road, Waihi
As part of the Coromandel Homegrown Festival, Singer/Songwriter Robyn Tucker will be at Waitete Restaurant to entertain Diners. Come along for an extented lunch. You may like to try the special 'festival' menu items - 'New wine and onion tart' or 'Potato cake' - both with the accent on 'Homegrown'
Contact Roland at Waitete Restaurant on 07 863 8980
A SCRAPBOOKING CLASS
Saturday 17 May 2008 10.00am - 4.00pm
Waihi Art Gallery and Museum, Kenny Street, Waihi
Contact: Gwenda Phone (07) 863 1349
VISION WAIHI TRUST A.G.M.
Monday 19 May 2008 4:30pm
Salvation Army Hall, Seddon St, Waihi
"A 2020 vision for the future of Waihi"
This is the 2nd AGM of the Trust and the public are warmly invited to attend.
SHAVE 08 - NEW ZEALAND'S GREAT SHAVE
Friday 16 May 2008 1:15pm
Waihi College Hall, Kensington Road, Waihi The 'signature' fundraiser for the Leukaemia and Blood Foundation. Waihi College students Lucy Bullock, Jacob Roache, Anne O'Hagan, Dyani Robinson and Gareth Roache sacrifice their locks for this worthy cause. All welcome to the School Hall to sponsor this brave and dedicated team. All donations greatfully received. Contact: Waihi College Phone: (07) 8638349
Waihi Drama Society presents...
'STEPPING OUT'
16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25 May 2008
By Richard Harris and Directed by Waihi's Val Ferguson. This good-natured comedy chronicles several months in the life of a beginning dance class. Each of the eight students, who come from a variety of backgrounds, has his or her own reason for joining... Tickets available at Waihi Information Centre weekdays from 21 April 11am - 1pm $15 Contact: Val Ferguson Phone: (07) 863 1211
'I AM NOT PAKEHA TO THIS...I AM' An evening with Story Teller, Musician and Sculptor Mike O'Donnell
Saturday 24 May 2008 6:00pm
Ohinemuri Estate, Karangahaki Gorge. Proudly presented by Ohinemuri Winery with the support of The Coromandel The Home Grown Festival celebrating Coromandel food, art and music.
$55pp includes a three course meal. Phone Wendy on 07 862 8874
BRIAN SHONE - LIVE MUSIC AT WAITETE RESTAURANT
Saturday 24 May 2008 12:00 - 5:30pm
Waitete Restaurant, 31 Orchard Road, Waihi. As part of the Coromandel Homegrown Festival, Singer/Songwriter Robyn Tucker will be at Waitete Restaurant to entertain Diners. Come along for an extented lunch. You may like to try the special 'festival' menu items - 'New wine and onion tart' or 'Potato cake' - both with the accent on 'Homegrown'. Contact Roland at Waitete Restaurant on 07 863 8980
WINETASTING DINNER - PART OF THE HOMEGROWN FESTIVAL
Friday 23 May 2008
Waitete Restaurant, Cafe and Ice Creamery. $80 per person ($30 deposit on booking)
Join in on a wonderful evening of great food and wine showcasing locally sourced fare and locally produced wines. Contact: Roland Phone: (07) 863 8980
SCRAPBOOKING EXHIBITION
Thursday 15 May - Sunday 25 May 2008
Waihi Art Gallery and Museum, Kenny Street, Waihi. (Museum hours Thurs to Sat 10am - 3pm)
'Preserving Photographs For Future Generations'. A fantastic gallery display. A gold coin donation to enter. Contact: Gwenda Phone: (07) 863 1349
WAIHI GENEALOGY GROUP
Wednesday 28 May 2008 7:30pm Bridge Club Hall, Union Street, Waihi
Microfiche Night. Talk to Joan re fiche you require. Please bring your microfiche reader if you have one. $2 entry. All welcome. Newcomers might like to bring along any information on the family they would like to research. Contact: Wayne and Pam Curry Phone: (07) 863 7232
BOOK FAIR - THE ROTARY CLUB OF WAIHI
Saturday 31 May 2008 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday 1 June 2008 9:00am - 4:00pm
Waihi Memorial Hall, Seddon St, Waihi
Drop off points: Waihi Beach Hammer Hardware, Seddon Street Mobil & BP Connect Waihi, Whangamata Information Centre. For more information phone (07) 863 7137
WHIRITOA RURAL FIRE FORCE GARAGE SALE
Sunday 1 June 2008 Starts 8am
Whiritoa Fire Station
A Garage Sale and Car Boot Sale
QUIZ NIGHT AND AUCTION - WAIHI COLLEGE YR13 GEOGRAPHY
Friday 30 May 2008
Waihi College Hall, Kensington Road, Waihi
Come along and join a team or bring your own (with a max. of 8 people)
Cost: $10 per person or $70 per team. Bar facilities and nibbles too.
This night is a fundraiser for the YR13 Geography trip to Fiji.
Contact: Waihi College Phone: (07) 863 8349
WAIHI BEACH ART AND CRAFT FAIR
Sunday 1 June 2008 10am - 4pm
Last year's event was host to many stalls including heirloom teddy bears, cement sculptures, riginal artworks, classy presserves, scrapbooking, quilting, photography, screenprinting, soaps, embroidery, cards, outdoor furniture, fibre art, beads, cushioncovers, jewellery... come along and see what 2008 has to offer! Stalls available NOW by application. Phone Colleeen (07) 863 5571 or Trish (07) 863 5661
D'STAR LIGHTS - INTERNATIONAL SHOW
Saturday 31 May 2008 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Waihi Memorial RSA, Seddon Street, Waihi
Featuring Elvis, Olivia Newton-John and Connie Francis. Cost: $10.00 per person Bookings essential.
Phone: (07) 863 8860
AUDITIONS WITH "WAIHIAN SOULJARZ"
Monday 16 June 2008
Hip Hop Dancers 4:00 - 4:45pm Krumpers 5:00 - 5:45pm
"We are a Hip Hop and Krump Krew who are out to recruit some more people to join us." ... If you know how to dance or krump then phone the numbers below to go along to local auditions. Contact: Sellena 027 208 3228 or (07) 8633506 Contact: Emily 021 023 70092
Celebrating Waihi Toy Library's 9th Birthday... FREE FAMILY FUN DAY
Saturday 14 June 2008 11am - 2pm
Waihi Memorial Hall, Seddon Street, Waihi
Face Painting, Huge Lolly Scramble, Fancy Dress, Free Balloon Animals, Shared Lunch - bring a plate. Bring the kids to play or hire our great selection of Toy Library Toys
WAIHI INFORMAL GENEALOGY GROUP
Wednesday 25 June 2008 7:30pm
Bridge Club Hall, Union Street, Waihi
Searching for that elusive Ancestor???... then this is for you. Topic for the evening is Shipping and Passenger lists. The speaker on this subject is Peter Nash. $5 entry includes supper. All welcome. Newcomers might like to bring along any information on the family they would like to research. Wayne and Pam Curry(07) 863 7232
The Sterling Tavern host's...
A MID-WINTER BEACH PARTY
Friday 20 June 2008 from 8:30pm
Guest DJ and Disco. Dress up in your beach gear and win prizes.
Drink specials all night. Phone: (07) 863 8789
HAURAKI DISTRICT COUNCIL 'FREE BUS TOUR' WITH A DIFFERENCE
Wednesday 25 June 2008 9:30am - 1pm departs Waihi Memorial Hall
"An invitation to attend...." Hauraki District Council wants to find out whether the levels of service provided throughout the Hauraki District meets the expectations of the public. Instead of a public discussion in a hall buses have booked to take you through out the district and show you up to 20 different services including - Parks and Reserves, District Roads, Land Drainage Projects, Waste Water Treatment Plants, Refuse Transfer Stations, Swimming Pools etc. To book or for more info contact Gary Towler, phone (07) 862 5078
VILLAGE GARAGE SALE - WAIKINO
Sunday 22 June 2008 starts 9am
Victoria Hall, State Highway 2, Waikino. Delicious soup kitchen, lots of treasures for sale, new shoes, plants, bric-a-brac, curiosities and much more... and the 'Coffee Gal' will be there with her wonderful coffees and hot chocolates. This is a fundraiser for the Victoria Hall Association.
Enquiries to Helen on (07) 863 6974 or email sharpadze@xtra.co.nz or Jo on (07) 863 6070 ( after 6pm)
THE OP SHOP BALL - In support of the 2009 Waihi Beach Mardi Gras
Saturday 28 June 2008 7:30pm - 1am
Waihi Beach Community Centre, Beach Road, Waihi Beach. Support you local Op Shop by buying your outfit from them! Live Band The Recliner Rockers. Cost - Only $20 each! includes live band, lite supper and bar facilities available. Tickets from Hammer Hardware, The Porch and Flat White Cafe at Waihi Beach and Banana Pepper and Fowlers Surf and Fashion in Waihi. Tables of 10 reservations available phone (07) 863 5105
Trust Waikato Waihi Beach Lifeguard Service, in association with Waihi's 96.4 gold fm, hosts...
WAIHI BEACH POLAR PLUNGE
Sunday 29 June 2008 11am (registrations from 10:30am)
Waihi Beach Surf Club, The Esplanade, Waihi Beach
Dress up in your most WACKY GEAR to get noticed and win prizes! Oldest swimmer, Youngest swimmer, Best dressed, Team, Business Team, 200mtr patrolled buoy swim (surf permitting) and spot prizes. Register your team at Gold FM, Upstairs Cnr Seddon Street and School Lane, Waihi. $2 per person to enter.
All proceeds to Junior Surf Projects Ph Luis on (07) 863 6181
MIDWINTER CHRISTMAS DINNER @ WAITETE RESTAURANT
Saturday 21 and Thursday 26 June 2008
Waitete Restaurant Cafe and Ice Creamery, 31 Orchard Road, Waihi
Come and join us for a midwinter treat! Book on one of two dates with a choice of a 2 or 3 course meal. For Booking or menu information contact Roland at Waitete on (07) 863 8980
Hauraki District Libraries presents...
WINTER WARMERS READING PROGRAMME 2008
Monday 23 June to Friday 1 August 2008
For chidren aged 13 and under the Winter Warmers Reading Programme invites children to participate by reading and reviewing 10 books during the 6 week period. Try the quiz, weekly prize draw and complete your tasks to be in to win a bonus prize. Contact Waihi Library phone (07) 863 8316 or email libraries@hauraki-dc.govt.nz
