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Book Launch - Owaka Museum and Information Centre - 2 pm Saturday 11th May 2013
Two books in one. Far From Home & Family and Please Send Home by Mary Sutherland & Jack Bickley.
War diaries and letters home tell the story of a young Southland man’s thoughts and experiences. And seven decades after World War II, they ignite an interest that results in a journey retracing his steps and those of the New Zealand soldiers in Greece, Crete, Egypt and Italy. Illustrated with 1940’s photographs and postcards and present day art and images.
Afternoon tea with Anzac biscuits.
Tokanui Rugby Club 90th Jubilee - 24-26 May
Registrations need to be received by 10th May. There will be no door sales for the Saturday night when Paddy O’Brien will be guest speaker.
Contact Philip Golden 2469 546 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Registration form
Catlins River-Wisp Loop Track
This new track in the Catlins is a 24 km two day or one long day tramping route. The two routes can be walked in either direction.
For more information view the brochure or map.
Tide times for the Cathedral Caves
If you are planning a trip to the Caves here are the tide times for the following months.
Feb - May 2013
June - September 2013
October - Jan 2014
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Events Calendar
January 2013
6 Jan: Catlins Heritage Tour
Catlins Heritage Tour taking in Tawanui and Ratanui with local commentary.
January 9th 2011, beginning at 1.30pm and lasting 2 – 3 hours.
$20 per car, $10 per person on bus. Afternoon tea at museum included in price.
Contact John Burgess 4158 293 or Finlay Abernethy 4158 235.
12 Jan: Beach Market Day at Kaka Point
Beach Market Day at Kaka Point
Saturday 12th January 2013 9.30 am - 2.00 pm
Stalls include - fresh produce gourmet pies pottery artworks plants.
Held in the Community Hall and surrounding areas outside the hall and The Point Cafe & Bar.
Areas set aside for car boot sales.
Contact Pauline Simpson 03 412 8783.
Starting 203 Jan: Clutha Country Summer Series – Tri Athlon
Holiday Triathlon Series, Contact Tiny Carruthers 027 4367 174
19-20 Jan: Bluegrass Music Festival - Niagara Falls Café (Date to be confirmed)
For enquiries please contact:
Music - Steven Hayes on (03) 2468 446 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Camping - Steven Hayes on (03) 2468 446 or Alton McDonald (03) 217 5608 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Stalls, entertainment and restaurant bookings please call Niagara Falls Cafe (03) 2468 577 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Click here to view photos of this event.
28 Jan: Robbie Burns Scottish Night Hoe Down - Niagara Hall
Look out the tartan and come and celebrate Robbie Burns birthday at Niagara Hall. 8 pm.
Enquiries Janice Broad - 03 2469 566 or Steven Hayes 2468 446
30th Jan: Kaka Point District Picnic
Wilsher Bay Domain – Midday
Donation at gate
3 legged races, egg & spoon races, running races and many more
Judging of Spud Competition for KPSLSC
BBQ, FACE PAINTING, DRINKS, CHOCOLATE WHEEL
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February 2013
2 Feb: The Catlins Great Escape Coastal Walk
Coastal Walk from Fortrose to Waipapa Point
Contact Kim Dodds, 03 415 8954, 027 533 7876, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
23 Feb: Catlins Wisp Hill Climb Trail Ride
Trail Ride Owaka/Clinton Rd.
Contact Lyndon Clark, 03 415 8834, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
From 23 Feb: Edge of the World Mixed Media Art Exhibition - Waikawa Hall
Local and outside artists exhibit a vibrant range of works. Small door charge. 9.00 am - 5.00 pm daily.
For more details contact: Janice Broad - 03 2469 566 or Cala Paenga - 03 2468 434
March 2013
2 Mar - Papatowai Challenge
The Papatowai Challenge is a pre-season fun run and walk from a holiday home in the Catlins. It is
signposted at the south end of Tahakopa River Bridge Papatowai. Runners must be 13 years & over.
Papatowai is located approximately two hours from Dunedin and twenty-five minutes south of Owaka.
The Southern Scenic Route is now fully sealed.
The Papatowai Challenge is run over the measured distance of 15.5 km and is over a varied scenic
course of well formed bush tracks, beach running and local roads.
For more information contact Wayne Allen 03 454 4863, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
15-17 Mar: The Catlins Canter - Owaka
An annual two day horse trek hosted by the Owaka Lions Club.
Warren Burgess, Owaka Lions Club, 03 415 8019
April 2013
6 April: Tokanui Big Rock Cougars - Progress Valley
A motorbike trail ride for keen motorbike enthusiasts.
Contact Sarah McLean, Ph 03 2468 781, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
20-21 April: The Catlins Great Escape
A community owned event taking riders on a bike journey along the Catlins Coast. This will be a journey of discovery. Pedal your own way along forested roads, hear the song of the native birds, breathe the fresh and invigorating air. Explore the rugged landscape of the magnificent Catlins and be reminded of how life used to be.
Contact: Kim Dodds, Tourism Catlins
Ph 03 415 8954 or 027 533 7876, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
July 2013
Jul: Southland Districts Arts Trust Poetry Day - Tokanui Tavern 2pm
Recitals of poetry including original material.
Contact Janice Broad, Ph 03 2469 566
August 2012
Aug: Food & Fashion including Edible Art Exhibition Tokanui Tavern 2pm
Culinary delights, Edible Art & Fashion through the Years.
Contact Janice Broad, Ph 03 2469 566
Aug: The Catlins Coast Rally - An exciting car rally tackling many country roads.
Roger Laird, Ph/Fax 03 208 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
November 2012
3 Nov: Around the Edge
An amazing-race styled event held as a fundraiser for the South Catlins Development & Environmental Charitable Trust.
www.curiobay.org/events
Contact Juanita Thornton 03 230 4331
17 Nov: Pawakataka Trail
MTB, Crosscountry Run or Crosscountry Walk Event organized by the Mokoreta Community.
Start time 1 pm.
Phone Simon McRae 03 2064 053
Dec 2013
1 Dec: Tri Pounawea Duathlon - Jacobs Hill Run/Walk
The Tri Pounawea Duathlon was a new event for the Catlins in 2009 organised by a group of local ladies. This is a fundraising event and all proceeds will be directed back into the community.
Phone Anne-Marie on 0276010974
30 Nov - 1 Dec Southland District Arts Trust Drama Production.
2012 production - Bobby Shafto. For more details phone Janice Broad - 03 2469 566
27 Dec: Outdoor Bowls Day - Tokanui
Contact Yvonne Leith, 03 2468 856
28 Dec: Wood Chopping-Bushcraft Day
See the best woodchoppers in action. Tokanui Tavern.
11.00 am start. BBQ to follow.
Ph 03 2468 725
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31 Dec: Curio Bay Big Dig
Community fundraising event. Starts 11.00 am.
Postponement Day 1st January. Greta Buckingham, Ph 03 2468 425
31st Dec: Kaka Point New Years Eve Family Beach Party
"Raging Bull" playing 8pm to 12.15am
Bonfire being lit at 9.45pm
Donation for the event would be appreciated
BBQ, DRINKS, ICE CREAM VAN, FACE PAINTING
31 Dec: Papatowai Beach Carnival
An annual Beach Carnival with fun for all the family.
31 Dec: New Year’s Eve Hoe Down
Locals and visitors get together to see in the New Year at Niagara Hall.
Janice Broad - 03 2469 566, Marylyn Hayes - 03 2468 446
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