Events in Autumn
Jimmy Barnes with The FeelersAt The Mudhouse Winery + Cafe in Waipara, Australian rock legend JIMMY BARNES will headline 'A Day on the Green' concert series with NZ's own The Feelers 'Unplugged' to support. Date: 7 Mar 2009 Simes & Bascand Cups - Golf Tournament36 hole, mixed foursome golf tournament in Hanmer Springs Date: 14 Mar 2009 Contact: Hanmer Springs Golf Club, Glenys Stead, +64 3 315 7110 Rainbow Rage Mountain Bike RaceA 106km adventure ride through some of the South Island’s awesome sub alpine high country finishing in the Hanmer domain. Date: 21 Mar 2009 Contact: Mike Gane, +64 3 547 6361 Mt Lyford Adventure Racing (Mt Lyford Challenge)Adventure running & walking at its very best. 4 adventure events to choose from (running and walking sections) including Junior Challenge section. Date: 22 Mar 2009 Contact: Luke Paardekooper, 0800 263 836 Ground Effect 12 Hour Day / Nighter Mountain BikeThe Ground Effect 12 hour Day/Nighter is great mountain biking combined with the atmosphere created when several hundred like minded mountain bikers get together. You can ride either as a solo rider or in a team, be competitive or be relaxed. Date: 4 Apr 2009 Contact: Rod, (021) 288 6908, blue.dog@clear.net.nz Amuri Arts Council Autumn SchoolThe Autumn School is held annually. Date: 3 - 5 Apr 2009 Lions Easter TournamentCharity golf tournament. Date: 10 Apr 2009 Contact: +64 3 315 7110 Waikari Fun RunWaikari offers beautiful scenery, rolling hills and exquisite views of the Southern Alps Date: 25 Apr 2009 Contact: Karen Armstrong, 03 314 4042 Bivouac Outdoor Mt Isobel ChallengeDate: 23 May 2009 Contact: Graham Frith, 03 315 5009 | Art in the DarkAn showcase of local art hosted in an underground cellar. Date: 7 - 15 Mar 2009 Contact: Neroli Gold, +64 3 319 7966 Cheviot A&P ShowAn Agricultural and Pastoral Show including horses, sheep, cattle, steer riding, shearing, dog and sheep dog trails. Date: 14 Mar 2009 Contact: Janice Stayt, 03 319 2879 Wild Food Festival - HokitikaFamous food festival in Hokitika on the West Coast Date: 14 Mar 2009 Contact: +64 3 756 9048 Hawarden A&P ShowAgricultural & Pastoral displays, Fun events. Date: 21 Mar 2009 Contact: Thea McTeigue, 03 3142297 St James Ultra MarathonA running event through the St James Walkway in the Lewis Pass region. The St James walkway is a 69km trail through native forest, sub alpine and alpine environment. Date: 28 Mar 2009 Contact: Nathan Faavae, 03 526 6734 Amuri Arts Council Autumn SchoolThe Autumn School is held annually. Date: 3 - 5 Apr 2009 Amberley Lions Charity Golf TournamentLadies or Mixed 18 Hole Charity Match stroke and stableford held at the Amberley Beach Golf Course. Date: 5 Apr 2009 Contact: Alex Cooke, +64 3 314 9194 Rotherham School TrailrideRotherham School Trailride is a popular event with it's stunning scenery and breathtaking views from the top of the tracks. Date: 12 Apr 2009 Contact: Shannon McLeod, 03 315 6368 Hanmer Springs Half Marathon 10km Fun RunOne of the most scenic half marathons in New Zealand with mens, womens, Veteran mens and Veteran womens grades. Date: 2 May 2009 Contact: Graham Frith, 03 315 5009 |