Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Kona Colville Connection
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13 March 2010
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This 72km ride starts in Colville, passes through hilly country up the east coast to Stony Bay, and in 2009 with a one-off permit from DoC, will round the remote end of the peninsula on the coastal low level walkway to meet the road end at Fletcher Bay, before returning to Colville along the unspoiled rocky coastline.
Top riders break 3.5 hours. Average riders take 5 – 6 hours and casual riders 6 – 7 hours. |
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Where: Stony Bay to Colville
When: March 13 2010
Contact: Jim Davidson on 021 648 085
www.colvilleconnection.co.nz |
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ARC 24/12/8 Adventure Race
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20 – 21 March 2010
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This will be the Tenth Anniversary of this ARC Adventure Race.
Operation Blue Moon will be raced somewhere on the Coromandel Peninsula ! |
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Where: Venue to be confirmed at briefing
When: March 20 – 21 2010
Contact:Rita/Keith on 07 866 8613
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Andy on 0274 921 348
www.arcevents.co.nz |
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The Great Coromandel Arts Tour
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30 April – 16th May
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The Great Coromandel Arts Tour is a wonderful 9 day Art Adventure through some of the hidden creative corners of Coromandel. The tour will run for three consecutive weekends.
The 2010 Arts Tour is shaping up to be pretty awesome, actually its shaping up to be more of an arts festival, a celebration of Coromandel’s immense creativity. |
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Where: Studio details on the ticket
Contact: mattsephton@siegerecordings.com
www.coromandelartstour.org.nz |
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| Art Train @ Driving Creek Railway & Potteries |
Sunday 2nd, 9th & 16th May 2010
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The Art Train will provide a unique opportunity for you to stop along the tracks to get up close to the art works you pass on the way up to the Eyefull Tower.
The Art Train will offer a leisurely Two & a quarter hr excursion stopping at several sites on the way for passengers to alight, examine & photograph the art works as they wish. On reaching the Eyefull Tower where other art works are displayed, Barry Brickell will give a talk & there will be ample time for lunch & refreshments & for taking in the panoramic views.
After returning to the potteries station, visitors will be able to take an optional guided walk through the Wildlife Sanctuary and view the large sculptures & visit the Sculpture Garden at the Potteries. You can also see the new architect-designed art gallery under construction adjacent to the potteries. |
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Where:Driving Creek Railway & Potteries
When: Sunday 2nd, 9th & 16th 11.15am
Contact:DCR 07 866 8703 – to book your seat & order lunch
www.drivingcreekrail.co.nz |
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Echo Walking Festival
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10 – 18 April 2010
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Enjoy Connecting Hills & Oceans Kaimai to Coromandel
20 different walks around the Coromandel Peninsula
Join the walk to celebrate the launch of the Harray Track in Coromandel Town or join the Coastal Walkway.
There are dozens of walks organised from Mt Te Aroha to Mt Moehau. |
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Where: Various walks
Contact: Coromandel i-Site Visitor Info Centre 07 866 8598
www.echowalkfest.org.nz |
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Kings of Coromandel
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22-24 April 2010
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| The 2010 Kings of Coromandel Competition will again be held at Jack’s Point, Coromandel during Anzac weekend, April 22, 23, 24, 2010 with the briefing on Wednesday 6:30pm, April 21. |
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Where: Jack’s Point, Coromandel Town
When: April 22-24
Contact: Tim Fuller on 027 6777 535
www.kingsofthecoromandel.co.nz |
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Homegrown Festival
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1-31 May 2010
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A month long celebration of “Coro” Food & Music
The fourth Coromandel Homegrown Festival kicks off on 1 May with dozens of food, art and music events right around the Coromandel. Make sure you’re on the Coromandel to enjoy it and subscribe here for the latest news on tickets and events! |
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Where: All around Coromandel Peninsula
When: All through May
Contact: Megan Etherington on 07 868 0471/021 227 4351
www.thecoromandel.com/homegrownfestival |
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The Port Charles Paua Festival
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23 October 2010
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Tangiaro Kiwi Retreat are pleased to present the 2nd
Port Charles Paua Festival.
Come along and enjoy Paua cuisine and BBQ menu, with local mussels, oysters, fish & crayfish.
Live Music. Wine & Food matches. Port Charles Paua Farm Tours, Abalone & Aqua Culture Industry Displays, Wearable Art Competition, Art Displays & a Paua Art Competition for 0-15yrs. Fun for all the family |
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Where: Tangiaro Kiwi Retreat
When: October 23rd
Contact: 0800 TANGIARO (826 4420)
www.kiwiretreat.co.nz |
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| ARC Roadcraft K2 |
30 October 2010
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| The RoadCraft K2 is the toughest one day cycle challenge in the Southern Hemisphere. It is also one of the most scenic and varied with the route traveling through sub tropical forest, pacific coastlines, rural farmland and the Pohutukawa coastline of the Hauraki Gulf. This years race marks the 8th anniversary of the RoadCraft K2 and this year the race will start in Whitianga and travel in an anticlockwise direction through Coromandel Town, Thames, Tairua.and back to Whitianga. |
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| Where: Whitianga-Coro-Thames-Tairua-Whitianga When: October 31 Contact: Rita/Keith on 07 866 8613 or Andy on 0274 921 348 www.arcevents.co.nz |
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The Great Cranleigh Kauri Run
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20 November 2010
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| The Great Cranleigh Kauri Run is a 32km or 13km Trail run or walk which takes place on the stunningly beautiful Northern Coromandel Peninsula. Both events start on the white sands of Waikawau Beach on the eastern coast of the peninsula with the 32km event finishing in Coromandel Township and the 13km event finishing at the White Star Station, close to Colville, both located on the western side of the peninsula. |
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Where: Waikawau Beach to Coromandel Town
When: November 20
Contact: Rita/Keith on 07 866 8613
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Andy on 0274 921 348
www.arcevents.co.nz |
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Pohutukawa Festival
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20 November 2011
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Launching into Summer
Kick off the Coromandel summer in style.
Make sure you’re here for the last weekend in November and the first weekend in December to check out a wicked line up events all over the Coromandel
see Our ”Whats On” Guide for this years events |
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Where: Various locations around the Coromandel Peninsula
When: November 20 – December 6
Contact: Megan Etherington on 07 868 0471/021 227 4351
www.pohutukawafestival.co.nz |
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Keltic Fair
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2 January 2011
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The Keltic Fair is one of New Zealand’s most successful Fairs and the highlight of the Coromandel Holiday Season.
Over 300 Stalls, Arts and Crafts, delicious food, Entertainment all day long, and over 15,000 visitors!
Go along and enjoy a wonderful day of entertainment, kids rides, yummy food a world of art & crafts and great fair value shopping. |
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Where: Coromandel Area School
When: January 2 2011
Contact: Lionel on 07 866 7628
www.kelticfair.co.nz |
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Coro Music Festival
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3 January 2011
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Coro Music Festival, all day music festival on the Coromandel School grounds.
Featuring: Boh Runga, Tahuna Breaks, Batucada Sound Machine, Andrew White Band and more…
Start 11.00am, End 7.00pm
$45 Adult, $20 Child 10-16yr, $0 Children under 10yrs.
Tickets at Coromandel i-Site or iTICKET: 0508 iTICKET |
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Where: Coromandel Area School
When: January 3 2011, start at 11am, gates open at 9am
Contact: Coromandel Education Advancement Charitable Trust
www.cedact.org.nz |
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White Star Intrigue
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Next Event 2011
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If you are looking for something a bit different in your mountain biking and something with variety, challenge and fun, then come and check out the new White Star Intrigue Mountain Biking Event.
It’s a weekend festival of Mountain Biking centered around the idyllic Northern Coromandel Farm station know as the White Star. The variety of mountain biking terrain in this area makes it a natural haven for mountain bikers looking for new challenges. |
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Where: Colville
When: January 30-31 2010
Contact:Rita/Keith on 07 866 8613
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Andy on 0274 921 348
www.arcevents.co.nz |
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MEG Summer Holiday Programme
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from 3 January 2010
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Things to do with Nature
Memorable outings for all ages & abilities
The northern Coromandel is home to the largest predator controlled kiwi habitat on the NZ mainland.
This holiday programme offers kiwis like you and your guests the chance to experience and enjoy Coromandel’s natural treasures guided by local volunteers keen to share their passion and knowledge.
If you want to learn more about MEG’s programmes & projects visit their website by clicking on the MEG image or the link below or visit the Coromandel Town i-Site. |
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Where: Various Locations
When: Various Dates
Contact: 07 866 6903
www.meg.org.nz |
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Go By Bike Day
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17 February 2010
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Leave the car at home and try cycling to work or school. It’s fun, easy and cost nothing! Cycle along to your local GO BY BIKE DAY event and enjoy a free Bike Wise breakfast.
Get your bike & helmet safety checked, grab some giveaways and join us for a free healthy breakfast. |
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Where: Hauraki House Reserve
When: 7.30am – 9.00am
www.bikewise.co.nz |
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355 Kapanga Rd, Coromandel Town. Ph. 07 866 8598, email 