Feb 2010 All Events in Northland

Ooh Baby Baby @ The Centre at Kerikeri

currently on until Monday 1 February 2010, 3:00pm

Bay Of Islands Arts Festival 2010 @ Kerikeri

currently on until Sunday 28 February 2010, 7:30pm

Presenting Fourteen Fabulous acts, eleven New Zealand and four international at the 2010 Bay of Islands Arts Festival Including Nimby Opera, performing The Cunning Little Vixen, Kiwi band Elemeno P, Te Radar and the Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra followed by the Le Baraillec Trio from Paris, then Chile, South Africa and Argentina. Plus much more! Also Street Carnival on Saturday 13 February with local and national performers. Variety Concert on Saturday 13 February, involving a range of local artists in music and dance. Music in the Domain to celebrate Valentines Day Sunday February 14. Workshops attached to shows, a touring programme, Impromptu Acts, Visual Arts activities and displays will flow through the Festival Month. Contact: Daniel Manning 09 407 9055

Email: 3xlproduction@gmail.com

Website: www.boiartsfestival.co.nz

NorthTec Information Afternoon @ NorthTec Kaitaia Campus on Wednesday 3 February 2010, 12:00pm

Midday Madness Lunchtime Concerts @ Old Library Building

currently on until Wednesday 3 March 2010, 12:00pm

NorthTec Information Evenings @ Apprentice Restaurant

currently on until Thursday 4 February 2010, 4:00pm

Listen to the Music @ Kaan Zamaan Gallery

currently on until Sunday 28 February 2010, 10:00am

Metal Art and Sculpture @ Old Library Building

currently on until Friday 5 February 2010, 10:00am

Flax Weaving Classes @ Whangarei

currently on until Friday 12 February 2010, 3:00pm

Waitangi Day Commemorations @ Paihia on Saturday 6 February 2010, 5:00am

At 5.30am the nation's birthday begins in prayerful mood at the Whare Runanga. A lone piper will greet the dawn at the country's largest Naval flagstaff to begin a day of sports, ceremony and community family fun. Entertainers will celebrate the diversity of New Zealand through the performing arts throughout the grounds and on the Hobson's Beach/Maikuku stage. At noon a 21-gun salute and the Band of the Royal New Zealand Navy will fill the clifftop Treaty Grounds with traditional ceremony. The Beat Retreat ceremony will formally close the day at the flagstaff at 5pm, then at 7:30pm a free concert will gather crowds again to the stage at Hobson's Beach.

Contact: Michael Hooper on +64 9 4027437 ext 217 or email korero@waitangi.net.nz

Website www.waitangi.net.nz

Waipu Hall Market @ Waipu Coronation Hall

currently on until Saturday 4 December 2010, 9:00am

Saint's & Sinners Tour @ Salut Bar on Sunday 7 February 2010, 8:00pm

The MORE FM Winery Tour 2010 @ Whangarei on Sunday 7 February 2010, 5:00pm

5pm until 10pm. Tim Finn, Bic Runga, Dave Dobbyn, Che Fu & Boh Runga. Early bird tickets $70 The MORE FM Winery Tour is a distinctly New Zealand experience. The Tour delivers the best concert opportunity possible in environments that combine some of our most spectacular scenery with the vibe of this countrys creative energy, making a platform for fans to enjoy the best live music, wine, food and environment that NZ has to offer. The More FM Winery Tour really is a unique concert going experience.

Contact: More FM Winery Tour 09 887 1004 Website: www.winerytour.co.nz

Te Timatanga The Beginning @ Kororareka Marae

currently on until Sunday 7 February 2010, 3:00pm

Tammy D'Ath @ Mangawhai Tavern on Sunday 7 February 2010, 4:00pm

NorthTec Information Evening @ NorthTec Campus Kerikeri on Monday 8 February 2010, 4:00pm

Joan Emery - Art Exhibition @ Old Library Building currently on until Friday 26 February 2010, 10:00am

On the Bus: Storytellers Northland Tour 2010 @ Rawene Town Hall on Monday 8 February 2010, 5:00pm

On the Bus: Storytellers Northland Tour 2010 @ Tuna Cafe on Tuesday 9 February 2010, 3:30pm

NorthTec Information Afternoon @ Rawene on Thursday 11 February 2010, 2:00pm

Str8up @ Mangawhai Tavern on Friday 12 February 2010, 9:00pm

Treaty of Waitangi Commemoration Event @ Mangungu Mission House on Friday 12 February 2010, 10:00am

New Zealand Historic Places Trust, Mangungu Treaty Event Committee & e-Hoe Waka Education Trust invite you to attend a commemoration of the 170th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi at Mangungu Mission House, 12 February 2010.

This event is in honour of the 170th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty, New Zealand's founding document.

The focus of the day includes recreating the single largest gathering of Maori and Pakeha to sign the Treaty at Mangungu, Hokianga, in 1840.

In conjunction with local community groups, events planned include a Waka voyage, Church Service, Mihi Korero, a re-enactment of the Treaty signing, stalls and entertainment.

Website: www.historic.org.nz

Variety Concert @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Saturday 13 February 2010, 7:30pm

Darjit Workshop at Origin Art and Craft Center @ Origin Art and Craft Collective

currently on until Sunday 14 February 2010, 9:30am

Waipu Sunday Market @ Waipu Coronation Hall

currently on until Sunday 13 June 2010, 9:00am

Beyond 'The Secret' - Law Of Attraction Workshop @ ASB Leisure Centre, ASB Lounge on Tuesday 16 February 2010, 6:30pm

Tama Waipara & Maisey Rika - Tahi Tour @ Nero on Thursday 18 February 2010, 8:30pm

Carol and Nev @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Thursday 18 February 2010, 7:30pm

Te Radar-'Eating The Dog' @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Friday 19 February 2010, 7:30pm

Tama Waipara & Maisey Rika - Tahi Tour @ Salut Bar on Friday 19 February 2010, 8:30pm

Sons of Zion @ Mangawhai Tavern on Friday 19 February 2010, 9:00pm

Wellington Internationl Ukulele Orchestra @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Saturday 20 February 2010, 7:30pm

Bo Herbert Memorial Race @ Kowharewa Bay, Tutukaka

currently on until Sunday 21 February 2010, 8:00am

Rock On Vine @ Whangarei on Saturday 20 February 2010, 4:00pm

Central Band Royal NZ Air Force @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Tuesday 23 February 2010, 7:30pm

The Dry Flies @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Wednesday 24 February 2010, 7:30pm

Evolve @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Thursday 25 February 2010, 6:30pm

The New Zealand Evening of 35 deg South @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Friday 26 February 2010, 7:30pm

The Orchestra of Indigenous Music and New Technologies @ The Centre at Kerikeri on Saturday 27 February 2010, 7:30pm

The Empowerment Workshop - 'Power Tools To Break You Free' @ Barge Showgrounds Events Centre on Saturday 27 February 2010, 9:00am

Gerry Joe Wiese and the DeSotos @ Mangawhai Tavern on Saturday 27 February 2010, 8:30pm

Jazz at Sunset @ Tara Lodge on Saturday 27 February 2010, 4:00pm

Tammy D'Ath @ Mangawhai Tavern on Sunday 28 February 2010, 4:00pm

Mar 2010 All Events in Northland

Midday Madness Lunchtime Concerts @ Old Library Building

currently on until Wednesday 3 March 2010, 12:00pm

Northland Field Days @ Dargaville Field Days

currently on until Saturday 6 March 2010, 8:30am

Gates open daily 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. The Northland Field Days is the 'Friendly Field Days' with recent surveys indicating that 94% of visitors expressing their wish to return the following year. Live entertainment,Competitions: logger sports, tractor pull. Daily demonstrations: cutting horses; dog trials. Attractions: mini go carts; helicopter rides;- fun for all the family to enjoy. Visit our Market Area choose from a wide selection of food and beverages or have a well deserved rest in our seated picnic area.

Contact: Rae Middleton 09 439 8998 Email: nthfield@igrin.co.nz

Website: www.northlandfielddays.co.nz

NORTHSYDE-Festival @ Whangarei on Saturday 6 March 2010, 1:00pm

Waipu Hall Market @ Waipu Coronation Hall

currently on until Saturday 4 December 2010, 9:00am

Seaweek - Fish for the Future! Around Northland

7th - 14th March 2010

NZAEE Seaweek is an annual national celebration of the sea, with events and activities held throughout NZ. Northland activities will be held around the reigon, throughout the week, with details listed on the Seaweek website www.seaweek.org.nz. There is a focus on fishing this year with the theme Fish for the Future! Competitions, involvement, learning and lots of fun.

Contact: Samara Nicholas 09 4338205 Email: samara@ubernet.co.nz

Website: www.seawweek.org.nz

Grumpy Old Women @ Forum North on Tuesday 9 March 2010, 7:30pm

Kumara Triathlon, Kai Iwi Lakes

10th March

Great point to point triathlon for teams or individuals on the shores of the beautiful Kai Iwi Lakes.

Short Course: Swim 350m, Cycle 10km, Run/Walk 4.2km

Long Course: Swim 700m OR Kayak 1.5KM, Cycle 20KM, Run 8.2KM

www.northlandtri.co.nz

Mangawhai Walking Weekend @ Mangawhai Beach School

currently on until Sunday 14 March 2010, 8:00am

Choose from a selection of themed and guided walks. All walks are graded and all have limited numbers and are varied in length, theme and content. Meet new people, see a new part of the country and to learn something new as you go. Combined with an Arts Trail especially designed for this weekend.

www.mangawhaiwalkingweekend.co.nz

Donnelly's Crossing Picnic/Sports day @ Dargaville on Saturday 13 March 2010, 10:30am

Pink Floyd Experience in the Park @ Kerikeri on Saturday 13 March 2010, 4:00pm

Pou Taharua : The Flagstaff Exhibition @ Russell Museum

currently on until Sunday 14 March 2010, 9:00am

BDO Twin Coast Cycle Challenge

18-21 March

This four day cycle challenge begins in Whangarei through to Dargaville on the West coast, through the Waipoua Forest (home of the majestic Kauri Trees) to Opononi on the Hokianga harbor. Cross over to the East coast to Bay of Islands, then over to Russell and down the east coast back to Whangarei. A fantastic way to see the beautiful country of Northland NZ.

www.twin-coast-cycle.co.nz

Cape Brett Challenge, Bay of Islands

17th March

Two stunning off-road courses, one suitable for walkers, the other for experienced off-road runners, through some of New Zealand's most spectacular coastal scenery. Three courses 37km, 17km and newly introduced 10km walk

www.capebrettchallenge.co.nz

Whangarei Garden Discovery

19-21 March

The 3 day event features dramatic late summer tropical gardens which are at their best in March. There is a wide range of styles and categories of gardens and a sculpture and garden art exhibition at the Whangarei Quarry Gardens.

www.gardendiscovery.org.nz

Relay For Life Northland @ Whangarei

currently on until Sunday 21 March 2010, 12:00am

An Intimate Evening with Yulia @ Mill Bay Haven on Saturday 20 March 2010, 5:30pm

Waipu Sunday Market @ Waipu Coronation Hall currently on until Sunday 13 June 2010, 9:00am

Around New Zealand Air Safari 2010 @ Kaitaia Aero Club on Tuesday 23 March 2010, 10:00am

Sydney Hotshots Girls Night Out @ Homestead Tavern on Tuesday 23 March 2010, 8:30pm

Sydney Hotshots Girls Night Out @ The Northern Wairoa Hotel on Wednesday 24 March 2010, 8:30pm

Sydney Hotshots Girls Night Out @ Danger Danger on Thursday 25 March 2010, 8:30pm

Te Houtaewa 90 Mile Beach Marathon & Waka Ama

27th March

This annual beach run honors the Maori legend of the great athlete Te Houtaewa. Now in its 18th year (2010), the event attracts competitors from around the world.

The weekend concludes with the Annual Waka Ama Surf Challenge www.newzealand-marathon.co.nz

Operatunity Presents - Three Tenors and A Soprano @ Central Baptist Church on Wednesday 31 March 2010, 11:00am

Apr 2010 All Events in Northland

Waipu Carnival @ Caledonian Park on Saturday 3 April 2010, 9:30am

Waipu Street Market @ Waipu currently on until Saturday 23 October 2010, 9:00am

Waipu Sunday Market @ Waipu Coronation Hall currently on until Sunday 13 June 2010, 9:00am

Creative Fibre Festival @ ASB Leisure Centre, ASB Lounge currently on until Sunday 11 April 2010, 9:00am

Heritage Park Motor Show @ Whangarei on Sunday 11 April 2010, 10:00am

Helly Hansen Cape Brett Challenge @ Russell on Saturday 17 April 2010, 8:00am

Offshore Powerboat Nationals and "Thunder at the Cove" - Marsden Cove

24 April

The two races comprise the 100-Mile event featuring the Superboat and Superboat Lite classes and the 60-Mile event comprising the Super 60, Classic, Sports 60 Restricted, Sports 60 and the popular Formula Honda classes. Organisers are also planning to match a helicopter against a race boat offering yet another 'sight to see' for spectators.

www.nzoffshore.co.nz

The Northland Business Expo 2010 @ Kensington Stadium currently on until Saturday 24 April 2010, 9:00am