Cool Little Town

Cacao Sound Healing & Meditation
2024-08-04 10:00 - 11:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Greenstone Retreat Kumara, 45 Greenstone Road, Kumara, Westland, 7832, New Zealand
Cacao Sound Healing & Meditation at Greenstone Retreat

Hollie Smith - The Bones Tour ll
2024-08-04 19:30 - 21:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
Sixt, Twice The Hype and Soundsmith Records Present:
Hollie Smith – The Bones Tour IIRegent Theatre, HokitikaSunday 4th August 2024Show 7:30pm
Hollie Smith Announces Exclusive “The Bones Tour II” Solo and Intimate run of shows this Winter.
Renowned singer-songwriter Hollie Smith is set to captivate audiences once again with her upcoming solo tour, ‘The Bones Tour.’ After a sold out run in 2023, Hollie is bringing ‘The Bones Tour’ back so she can visit towns and cities she didn’t get to last time. The shows are taking place throughout June, July and August, treating fans to an unforgettable series of intimate live performances in perfect small seated venue settings.
Hollie Smith’s musical journey has been one of authenticity and emotional depth, and this tour is no exception. Hollie invites her fans to join her on a musical voyage that feels as personal as spending an evening with her in your living room.
Tickets for the “The Bones Tour” are limited and are expected to sell quickly. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Hollie’s live, intimate and vulnerable performance.
For more information, tour dates, and ticket details, please visit https://holliesmith.co.nz/

Donna Dean with Dodd and Egenes: Butterflies and Bees Tour
2024-08-05 19:30 - 21:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | The Old Lodge Theatre, 11 Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
“Not many artists have the imaginations of a Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Or the creative lunacy of a John Prine, Randy Newman or Tom Waits.” ~ John ApiceShe’s an artist not to be missed. A velvet voice with something to say. A songwriter’s songwriter. New Zealand’s Donna Dean has gone about the business of making her music over the years, winning multiple APRA and Tui awards for her songwriting and record production, recording and performing with the likes of Willie Nelson, Kasey Chambers, Jimmy Webb, Paul Kelly, and Don McLean, and writing the title track to Rhonda Vincent’s 2010 Grammy nominated bluegrass album – “Destination Life”Donna’s new album, “Kisses & Other Things” features instrumental work by Dunedin bassist John Dodd, a longtime stalwart of New Zealand music. Dodd has worked with an elite group of A-List artists over the years. Also in the lineup is John Egenes, a go-to multi-instrumentalist who fills the role of producer for Donna’s recordings. The new project features vocals by New Zealand singers Liv Cochrane, Kylie Price, and Anna Bowen, and with American songwriter and multiple Grammy nominee Eliza Gilkyson.Most artists wait a lifetime to write one as good as this. Her music sparkles and sparkles and stays with you even when it’s not playing anymore. Donna Dean is far closer to the traditions of an Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Rhonda Vincent, Mary Chapin Carpenter… The proof is in the music.~ No Depression Magazine, USAExperience her for yourself. Not just another singer songwriter with a pretty voice.Donna Dean is the real deal.Dodd & Egenes, Professional MusiciansIn addition to being Donna Dean’s touring band, partners in crime John Dodd and John Egenes also drive the bus, act as roadies, and serve as the opening act. As Egenes puts it, “If they don’t rush us, we work cheaper”, and as Dodd points out, “When you come to see a Donna Dean show, you don’t have to pay extra to see Dodd & Egenes, Professional Musicians.” The two hail from the Dunedin area and serve up their own brand of homegrown original tunes, along with the occasional cowboy poem, a few tall tales, and some outright lies.

Daniel Champagne - The Old Lodge Theatre
2024-08-08 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | The Old Lodge Theatre, 11 Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
The young virtuoso recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation” has fallen in love with New Zealand and after sellout tours through North America and Europe he will be back for an extensive national run of 35 shows!
August 8 – Old Lodge Theatre, Hokitika
7pm doors / 7:30pm show
VERY limited tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/daniel-champagne-live-at-the…
BIOGRAPHY
Growing up in the Bega Valley on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, Australia the story goes that the young singer-songwriter and one of a kind guitar virtuoso first picked up his instrument of choice as a 5-year-old following in the footsteps of a musical father. He began writing songs at 12, training classically throughout his teens and performing wherever he could, honing his craft and developing the dynamite live show that he is renowned for today. At 18 he finished school, turned professional and hit the road without looking back.
The following 15 years have seen him independently release 7 studio albums, tour relentlessly around the globe, play some of the biggest festivals under the sun and share stages with the likes of Tommy Emmanuel, INXS, John Butler, Lucinda Williams, Ani DiFranco, Judy Collins and Rodrigo y Gabriela.
He has been described as “the finest guitar player of this generation”, “a leading light in acoustic music” and “a performer that must be seen to be believed” and and from in July & August 2024 he will be touring all over New Zealand!
WHAT THE PRESS SAY..
“The word Prodigy seems to entirely fall short of this soft-spoken young man’s skills, he coaxes sounds and melodies out of his instrument that literally drop jaws.” The Calgary Herald, CANADA
“Today I saw the future of Folk – Festival goers flocking in the thousands towards the main stage to witness a young musical phenomenon from Australia dish out an absolute show-stopper.” The Firefly Column, USA
“Daniel Champagne is a crossroads. Fusing the strong traditions of Blues, Folk and other roots art with pop showmanship and admirable lyrical ability. I firmly believe that he will become an ambassador for roots music in a time where it desperately needs representation.” The Indie Blender, CANADA
“reinventing roots guitar” Rhythms Magazine, AUSTRALIA
“Watching Daniel Champagne perform is a once in a lifetime experience. He is a true prodigy that plays like no one else could possibly play unless they spent at least two lifetimes studying the art.” BW Review, NEW ZEALAND
“Daniel Champagne exudes a natural ease on stage, as he sings poignant lyrics and beautifully crafted melodies that invariably whisk the heart up with grand romanticism. Coupled with an exhilarating guitar talent that transcends mere acoustic playing to replicate a whole band, Champagne is just magical” Themusic.com.au, AUSTRALIA
“You feel as if he just invented the instrument yesterday and was discovering its possibilities afresh” Ted Gioia (American jazz critic and music historian)

Into the Light - A sacred afternoon for women
2024-08-11 13:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Greenstone Retreat Kumara, 45 Greenstone Road, Kumara, Westland, 7832, New Zealand
As we are blessed with a little more sunlight every day, I invite you to gather in sacred circle. Dropping the layers that feel ready to be shed and igniting the light within us. Spark the feeling of love, joy & deep connection inside of you again through being held in sisterhood and witnessing others being held.
Cacao Ceremony, Meditaition, Breathwork, Somatic Movement, Sacred Sisterhood Circle

Healers Retreat - Greenstone Retreat
2024-08-24 - 2024-08-25 | Greenstone Retreat Kumara, 45 Greenstone Road, Kumara, Westland, 7832, New Zealand
Healers, Heath care Professionals and Carers we see you! We know how exhausted you are! We invite you to join a sanctuary of relaxation & rejuvenation, designed just for you!
24th & 25th August 2024
Take a Break and enjoy
Sound healing, relaxing yoga, breathwork & meditation, creative time, grounding, stress management, self care & compassion, life balance tools

TGI Friday at the Woodstock Hotel - Live Music with Ric Hetherington
2024-09-20 18:00 - 22:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
TGI Friday at The Woodstock Hotel! Live Music with Ric Hetherington.Kick off your weekend with a bang at The Woodstock Hotel! Join us this Friday for an evening packed with fun, fantastic food, and great vibes! 2 for 1 Cocktails – Bring on the weekend. BBQ Platter – Only $25! A sizzling selection of BBQ Ribs, Fried Chicken & More. Chorizo Dog – Just $15! A delicious twist on a classic with our Chunky Chips. Happy Hour: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM Date: This Friday Location: The Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road Hokitika 7883Grab your friends and make it a night to remember. Delicious food, great drinks, and awesome live music – what more could you ask for? See you here!

West Coasters in Canterbury
2024-09-21 14:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Cashmere Club, 50 Colombo Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
West Coasters in Canterbury eventHave family links to the West Coast? Want to celebrate Canterbury links with the West Coast? Interested in updates from Buller, Grey and Westland districts?
You are invited to a ‘West Coasters in Canterbury’ event:
2023/2024 marks the 150th year of Westland Province. 150 years of connecting to the rest of the world – mainly Canterbury – first by foot, then by horse, carriage, ship, car, train and later aircraft.
The Mayors of Buller, Grey and Westland will be special guests along with the Mayor of Christchurch.
All interested people are very welcome.
Book your place at: coastersincanterbury@gmail.com
For more information contact:
Richard Waugh: 022 533 9400

NZ Mountain Film Festival - Hokitika's Regent Theatre
2024-09-27 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
NZ Mountain Film Festival 2024

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Coming Soon to Hokitika’s Regent Theatre

120 mins | Rated E | Documentary

It’s that time again! The biggest (indoor)event on the West Coast outdoor adventure calendar – the Hokitika screening of the New Zealand Mountain Film Festival!
Come on down to Hokitika’s Regent Theatre for a night of great outdoor cinema and good times. Everyone will be there!
FRIDAY, September 27th AT 7PM (Screening starts at 7.30) Doors open 6.30pm
Tickets $20 presale or $25 on the night, $5 discount for NZAC or FMC cardholders
Bar available

Kelvin Cruickshank - The Language of Spirit Tour 2024
2024-09-29 18:00 - 21:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
An evening of profound connections and spiritual insights await you as Kelvin Cruickshank NZ Medium, along with your loved ones in spirit, allow you to learn “The Language of Spirit.”
As you step into the venue, you’ll enter a realm where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds connect in a safe sanctuary that has been created by prayer.
Throughout the night, you will witness first-hand the power of mediumship as Kelvin delivers messages filled with love, healing, and validation from the other side. Whether it’s a comforting word, a shared memory, or a long-awaited apology, each connection is a testament to the enduring bond between the living and the departed.
But the magic doesn’t stop there. In addition to the awe-inspiring mediumship demonstrations, Kelvin will share insights into the Language of Spirit and offer guidance on how to recognize and interpret signs from your loved ones in spirit. Through stories, anecdotes, and practical advice, he will help you to deepen your understanding of the spiritual realm and cultivate a stronger connection with your own intuition.
As the night unfolds, you’ll be swept away on a journey of compassion, connection, and community. You’ll laugh, cry and you’ll leave with a renewed sense of hope, purpose and clarity.
Your presence at these lives shows ensures that Kelvin can help “Pay it Forward” for family’s pro bono and help to get much needed answers for different individual cases.
Join Kelvin for an unforgettable evening filled with love, healing, and the undeniable presence of spirit. Where miracles happen and hearts are forever changed.
“When we think of them, They stand with u

Bad Jelly the Witch Glow Show
2024-10-03 11:00 - 12:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
Badjelly the Witch, the much-loved, utterly loony Spike Milligan classic, is this year’s Glow Show!
Nearly 100,000 Kiwi kids, parents and educators have seen a Glow Show; come and join the fun with the frolicking, witchy-poo, super-fun Badjelly the Witch!
The brilliantly nonsensical tale is being entirely reimagined with the unique Glow Show treatment.
The Glow Show’s utterly original mash-up of science, puppetry and music is a glorious experience for children and this year it will be a wonderfully nostalgic event for adults.
The goofiness of Bare Bottom Land, the giggle-inducing catch-cries like “Stinky poo to all of you!”, and the larger than life characters of Badjelly are set to bring a little fright and lots of fun to more than 30 venues across Aotearoa from July 5.
Don’t miss out!

Hokitika Huddle - Packrafting Association of New Zealand
2024-10-04 19:00 - 2024-10-06 19:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Lake Kaniere, Lake Kaniere, Hokitika
Welcome to the PRANZ regional Hokitika Huddle. Based from the Lake Kaniere lodge involving 2+ days of packrafting the jungle rivers of the area. We’re targeting walk in runs on the Hokitika Gorge and the Arahura Cesspool section for the adventurous and the Milltown Arahura run and glassy floats on the Lake for the more relaxed.

Jody Direen at the Mahinapua Hotel
2024-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Mahinapua Hotel, 962 Ruatapu Road, Hokitika, New Zealand, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
We’ve got an incredible lineup of live music events waiting for you this summer and we’re starting with a bang! Join us for Jody Direen‘s live band show in the garden on Saturday, October 19! Don’t miss this chance to see one of Australasia’s most vibrant country stars live. Limited tickets are available. Earlybird tickets are on sale now! → https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/…/jody-direen-live-at…

*If bad or cold weather persists, the concert will be relocated indoors at Mahinapua Hotel.

R18 Event.

Ryan Neville & The Midnight Blues Band Live in Hokitika
2024-10-19 19:30 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
TICKETS ON SALE TODAY – Online or at Venue(Advocates of the zero Visa or hidden fees, pleaseemail ryannevilleshowband.co.nzwith the word Hoktix, and payment will be securely sent to you).
Ryan Neville & The Midnight Show Band – MOJO TOUR 2024Support act Southern Skye (just back from the USA)Saturday the 19th of October7:30pm till 10pm
VENUE – THE REGENT THEATRE, 23 Weld Street Hokitika.
Original and Cover Songs – Songs you Know & LoveRated as a 5 Star Concert & Show!!!!
Songs Include “The Thrill has Gone”, “Fire”, “Still Got The Blues”,“Take Me To The River”, and “Route 66”
* New album – Voodoo* Dont Miss out get Tickets today!* Give aways
Tickets $27All ages7:30PM TO 10PM (doors open at 6:30pm)
Come join us on Social Media https://linktr.ee/Ryanneville
* 9 Albums to date* 20k Followers* USA tours* 5 Star reviews* 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 2000’s* Give Aways* Merchandise* Stunning light & projection show* 5 piece touring band
Show reviews https://www.facebook.com/Ryannevilleandthemidnigh…/reviews
MX Pro Records announce the Ryan Neville & The Midnight ShowBand – MOJO TOUR
Music should not be a tune; it should be a touch. Based in Christchurch, New Zealand, five musicians with well-steeled personalities hammer out an original fusion of Blues with the inimitable sound of the guitars, highly impeccable beats off the drum, flawless vocals, infallible tunes off the keyboard, flawless reeling of the guitar and anarchists of the normal way performing act, all rolled into one, they also wield a typically European sense of humor capable of ruffling the hair of even the slickest of rockers.Born in Christchurch, New Zealand with over 30 years in the entertainment world, Ryan Neville has affirmed and reaffirmed himself as one of the most talented artists around, consistently in- demand for live performances and an influential force in the world of Blues. On Course to a life- fulfilling career, the band already has five (9) albums to there name which features very popular songs like “Paint the Sky Blue” among others. Ryan has always been a staunch believer of the fact that music brings happiness and hope to the hopeless while also educating the populace in every possible his music can.With the recent release of the album Voodoo and national Blues Festivals under there beltThis train is on course.After several years of sole performances, the performance expanded from a one-man show to performing with a full-fledged band (The Ryan Neville & The Midnight Blues Band).The Ryan Neville & The Midnight Blues Band has performed in various places domestically and internationally, with every performance taking its own singular flavor to satisfy its attending audience. Whether on a stage packed with audience or not, Ryan Neville & The Midnight Blues Band is an enthusing bundle of energy, a truly explosive funfair bursting with an on/off-beat humor and a contagious dynamism. The band is made up of very talented instrumentalists and vocalists who blend together to produce unequalled Blues music the ears could ever wished for. In addition, Ryan Neville has often said the core value of his Blues Showband is the fact that they uniquely carry every listener on a soothing journey through the ages of all the legends in the blues genre.The immense popularity and acceptance of the Ryan Neville & The Midnight Blues Band has made them anxious to put in more work. Beware! When Hard work meets Talents, nothing is practically impossible.
Band members are:
Guitar and Lead Vocals – Ryan NevilleBacking Vocals – Miss LaceyKeyboard player / Backing Vocals – Sandra WilsonDrum – Nik RobinsonBass – Aaron Nicol
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Chamber Music - Muriwai
2024-10-26 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
Award – winning musicians and collaborators Ariana Tikao and Bob Bickerton have joined forces to create Muriwai. A confluence of two rivers, their music merges Maori and Celtic musical traditions through Celtic harp, vocals and taonga puoro.

Shop Local and Win - in our Cool Little Town
2024-11-01 - 2024-12-13 | Hokitika
Running from 1st November to 13th December 2025
Shop at any one of the 30+ Participating businesses in Hokitika and go in the draw* to win an Instore Prize PLUS the Grand Prize Draw at Picnic at the Beach on 15th December.
*T&C apply with some businesses requiring a minimum spend
Shop local – Support local

Ride the Wilderness
2024-11-16 | West Coast Wilderness Trail, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
Ride the Wilderness Bike Race
West Coast Wilderness Trail
Saturday 16 November
Enter now at www.ridethewilderness.co.nz
4 Races
126km – Starts at Ross
95km – Starts at Hokitika
59km – Starts at Cowboy Paradise
21km – Starts at Kumara
All Finishing at Greymouth
Age Group category prizes
Spot Prizes
Enter now at www.ridethewilderness.co.nz

Salmonella Dub Soundsystem - Hokitika's Regent Theatre
2024-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
LIVE GIG – R18
The Salmonella Dub SoundSystem featuring band originator Andrew aka Dj Rudeboy on the mix ft. Mighty Asterix & Whirimako Black LIVE with the amazing Sal Dub horn section bring the band’s new DOUBLE Digi album FOR ALL THINGS ALIVE in a space weaving 2hr dancefloor journey through Salmonella Dubs basslands.
Prepare for an audio visual mashup of the bands full catalogue with nu album tracks from SOUL LOVE TRIPPA – RETURN TO OUR KOWAI & FOR ALL THINGS ALIVE + remixes and versions from The Nomad, Dj Mu – Fat Freddy’s Drop, Dub Fx, Dj Digital, Dreadzone, Adrian Sherwood and more.
Salmonella Dub SoundSystem backstory
The Salmonella Dub SoundSystem officially began 25 years ago – playing their new dub plates from Dreadzone and Mad Professor on a tour Salmonella Dub was managing for Pitch Black’s debut album playing new releases and remixes at dance party festivals with dubplate album launch tours in the stripped back dancefloor friendly version of the live band.
From humble beginnings promoting and playing after parties, the Salmonella Dub SoundSystem developed into a powerhouse live dance act across the NZ & Oz festival and club circuit. More recently, Te Reo Māori Soul Funk Diva Whirimako Black started writing with Andrew after she joined the band for their New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in 2008.
Salmonella Dub releases Never Too Late – We’ve Got This Gift the first EP from their new album on September 3rd & For All Things Alive the band’s double digi album on October 8th.
Salmonella Dub Soundsystem
+ Whirimako Black
+ Mighty Asterix
+ Sal Dub Horns
+ Guests – Soulware

EVOLVE Wellbeing Market
2024-11-24 10:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Greenstone Retreat Kumara, 45 Greenstone Road, Kumara, Westland, 7832, New Zealand
EVOLVE wellbeing market at Greenstone Retreat
10am to 3pm
Sunday 24th November 2024
Crystals, soaps, natural remedies, jewelry, art, crafts, vegetables, plants, preserves, clothes, 2nd hand goods, Community, food, workshops, cacao, healers, music & more.

Kura Pounamu
2024-12-04 10:00 - 2025-04-27 16:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | hokitika museum, 17 Hamilton Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
Kura Pounamu – Our treasured stone
Featuring over 200 taonga pounamu – this exhibition celebrates the timeless beauty and enduring legacy of pounamu – New Zealand greenstone
Open Daily at the Hokitika Museum from 4th December 2024 to 27th April 2025, 10am to 4.30pm

Inchbonnie 90
2024-12-18 | Westland
New Zealand’s first airliner; de Havilland DH83 Fox Moth ZK-ADI. Photo credit: John King
Inchbonnie and New Zealand’s first licensed scheduled air service
Inchbonnie will have a national aviation and social focus on 18th December 2024. The small farming settlement, 16km west of the Otira Gorge, was where Captain J.C. ‘Bert’ Mercer of Hokitika-based Air Travel (NZ) Ltd picked up passengers 90 years earlier to begin New Zealand’s first pioneering licensed scheduled air service and airmail service. On the afternoon of inaugural operations, 18th December 1934, Captain Mercer flew Fox Moth ZK-ADI to Inchbonnie Airfield, on the property of Randall Topliss, to pick up Mr H. Worrall and Mr G.H. Christie, who had arrived at the nearby Inchbonnie Railway Station from the Christchurch express train. The Fox Moth then flew to Hokitika and onto Franz Josef for the celebration of the new daily service. Later that same day Captain Mercer returned the two passengers to Inchbonnie in time for them to catch the train back to Christchurch. The pioneering 1934 flights were a portent of future domestic airline development for New Zealand, and Inchbonnie was frequently used in the early years of the pioneering West Coast air service.
On the late morning and afternoon of Wednesday 18th December 2024 festive events are planned at the historic Inchbonnie Airfield site on the Kumara Inchbonnie Road, about 3½ km south of Lake Brunner. The 90th anniversary of the historic flights of New Zealand’s first licensed scheduled air service will be marked by the unveiling of a commemorative plaque/Information board, aircraft fly-in, and a range of creative events prepared by local community organisations.
Everyone is welcome. Plan this important date in your diary now. Specific times and further exciting details will follow.

Mindful Morning - Greenstone Retreat
2025-01-15 | Greenstone Retreat Kumara, 45 Greenstone Road, Kumara, Westland, 7832, New Zealand
Join us this at Greenstone Retreat in Kumara on Wednesday 15th January for a deeply healing, personalized session, including all things yoga and holistic. Making connections, learning new life tools and relaxing the body and mind deeply to leave you feeling connected to your higher self, with a wide open heart and ready to face all that life can teach you.
Booking essential
Cost: $33 or Koha

Jackson Bay Sesquicentennial - Historic Display
2025-01-17 10:00 - 2025-01-19 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Westland
Join us to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Jackson Bay.
Historic Display – Friday 17th – Sunday 19th January – 10am – 5pm

Kathryn Bennie, the Jackson Bay historian who has done exhaustive and meticulous research over the last 12 to 14 years on these early settlers, will also host a display in her shed at the Bay from 10am, Friday-Sunday. This may be of particular interest to those wanting to look back into the early settlement and especially those with ancestors as there are files on all the immigrant families including where many had settled on their selected blocks of land.

History of Jackson Bay
January 19th 1875, was the very first landing of immigrants at Jackson Bay under a Special Settlement Scheme. The government had surveyed a township and farming community in the area, promising generous land ownership schemes, on-going employment, unlimited natural resources to harness, regular communication, vital infrastructure and a prosperous future.
The reality was vastly different for most, if not all, of the settlers, who in the first year experienced record rainfall with flooding and land slips that accompany these events. They faced erratic employment and communications, frugal living conditions and exorbitant prices for any food that made its way to the Bay. Attempts at growing crops were thwarted by floods and at the end of the first three years most had left in dribs and drabs until, in 1879, a Government Commission of Enquiry was held into the failed settlement. In total there were several hundred settlers that were landed over the course of those years. Most left, some of them died, and others endured.
The lack of a wharf was a huge nail in the coffin of the settlement as no timber could be milled and sent out and no supplies could be landed regularly or safely. To leave entailed crossing the Arawhata, Waiatoto, Okuru, and Turnbill Rivers following a muddy track to get to Haast as most did not have the money to return to Hokitika by boat. Despite these very inauspicious beginnings a few hardy families remained and carved out a life from the bush and the ocean gradually clearing some land and making a place for themselves in this beautiful but brutal wilderness. Descendants from some of those families still live in this area.

Wild Outdoorsman Kahawai Fishing Competition
2025-01-18 | Hokitika Beach, Beach Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
Wild Outdoorsman – Fishing & Firearms& The Kaniere Empire Hotel bring you the annualWEST COAST KAHAWAI FISHING COMPETITION 2025
FISHING – BBQ – GREAT YARNS
This years annual West Coast Kahawai Fishing Competition will be held on Saturday 18th Jan 2025 and is our 11th year running! – So bring the whole family along for a great day of Fishing!
OVER $35, 000 WORTH OF PRIZES!• MAJOR SPOT PRIZES• A MASS OF SPOT PRIZES• MASSIVE HEAVIEST FISH PRIZES1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes for Adults & Juniors
Rules:• Fish anywhere on the West Coast!• One Kahawai per person• Kahawai MUST be bled, gilled & gutted• Be safe, look after each other and Have fun!
*** Weigh in at 6pm Saturday 18th Jan at the Kaniere Empire Hotel followed by prize giving ***Even if you don’t catch a fish you might catch a prize!
* Entry is open 9am Friday 20th Dec *
Entry form costs: Kids $10 Adults $30
Entry Forms can be found at these great locations:• Wild Outdoorsman | 28 Tancred St, Hokitika 03 755 8947• Fishing And Firearms | 63 Tainui St, Greymouth 03 768 0206• Kaniere Hotel | 289 Kaniere Road, Hokitika 03 755 8443
* Entry Closes 5pm Friday 17th Jan *Entries capped at 500
Web: https://www.wildoutdoorsman.co.nz/kahawai-fishing…
A huge thank you to our sponsors for your continued support over the last 10 years!
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Living Waters Music Festival Hokitika
2025-01-18 - 2025-01-19 | West Coast Scenic Waterways, 32c Adairs Road, Hokitika;HKT, Ruatapu, 7882, New Zealand
Living Waters Music Festival 18th and 19th January 2025
Held at beautiful Scenic Water Ways 32c Adairs Road Hokitika
Come for the day of live Christian Music. We have a big line up of incredible artists. Lots of food trailers entertainment for Children on this beautiful venue. Bring a picnic blanket and fold up chairs or sit on our hay bails while you enjoy the concert.
Sunday morning will be our combined Church service.
the Speaker will be Brendon Hall from Taupo
with his own music team introducing their newly released original songs.
We look forward to an amazing weekend of music and Testimonies of God healing and transforming lives.
Tickets available at:
https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/living-waters-music-festival-tickets-977213390557?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3T7jfUKqm9uc1A2pAs_9M7dbJQAk-6UrtwpeftDpCmKF3O_4A3hU_zBgM_aem_ob9XAND2KeHlyH4XRWYTxw

Hokitika Gorge Kayak
2025-01-18 08:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | hokitika gorge
Kayak down the wide and meandering Hokitika River from the Gorge back to the Kaniere Bridge. Five sets of Class 2 rapids to enjoy. Rain and river height dependent. You will need your own kayak, PFD and helmet. Duration is 6 hrs
$5 Member
$10 Non-Member
Your leader is Euan Mackenzie.
January 18th, 2025, at 8AM

Lake Kaniere Powerboat Day
2025-01-18 12:30 - 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Lake Kaniere, Lake Kaniere, Hokitika
Maritime New Zealand has reserved an area near Hans Bay for this power boating club race-training day. The Hans Bay boat ramps will be closed during the above period, and an area of lake between Canoe Cove and Rose Creek, as shown on a sign at the Sunny Bight ramp during the event.
For further information, call the Lake Kaniere Yacht and Power Boat Club secretary on 027 738 7528.

Jackson Bay Sesquicentennial - Plaque Unveiling
2025-01-18 13:30 - 14:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Arawata Cemetery, 4382 Haast-Jackson Bay Road, Haast, Jackson Bay, 7886
Join us to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Jackson Bay.
Plaque Unveiling – Saturday 18th January – 1:30pm
Meet at the Arawata Cemetery to unveil a new plaque with confirmed names and information of people buried within. We then progress to Jackson Bay and meet at the DOC kiosk to reveal the information panel offer 300 names from the firmt ship load of settlers in January 18th, 1875, followed by the new plaque unveiling at Jackson Bay foreshore.
History of Jackson Bay
January 19th 1875, was the very first landing of immigrants at Jackson Bay under a Special Settlement Scheme. The government had surveyed a township and farming community in the area, promising generous land ownership schemes, on-going employment, unlimited natural resources to harness, regular communication, vital infrastructure and a prosperous future.
The reality was vastly different for most, if not all, of the settlers, who in the first year experienced record rainfall with flooding and land slips that accompany these events. They faced erratic employment and communications, frugal living conditions and exorbitant prices for any food that made its way to the Bay. Attempts at growing crops were thwarted by floods and at the end of the first three years most had left in dribs and drabs until, in 1879, a Government Commission of Enquiry was held into the failed settlement. In total there were several hundred settlers that were landed over the course of those years. Most left, some of them died, and others endured.
The lack of a wharf was a huge nail in the coffin of the settlement as no timber could be milled and sent out and no supplies could be landed regularly or safely. To leave entailed crossing the Arawhata, Waiatoto, Okuru, and Turnbill Rivers following a muddy track to get to Haast as most did not have the money to return to Hokitika by boat. Despite these very inauspicious beginnings a few hardy families remained and carved out a life from the bush and the ocean gradually clearing some land and making a place for themselves in this beautiful but brutal wilderness. Descendants from some of those families still live in this area.

Jackson Bay Sesquicentennial - Celebration Dinner
2025-01-18 17:30 - 23:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Haast Heritage Hotel, 26 Haast-Jackson Bay Road, Haast, Westland, 7886, New Zealand
Join us to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Jackson Bay.
Celebration Dinner – Saturday 18th January – 5:30pm
We will meet in the Arawata Bar at the Heartland Hotel from 5:30pm for drinks and speeches at 6pm. Ticket price includes a full buffet dinner served from 6:30pm. Red & white wine, bottled beer and soft drinks available to purchase throughout the night (other drinks, spirits etc may be purchased from the main bar).
Period costume is encouraged but not compulsory.
Tickets are limited to 150 so be in quick! Ticket sale ends on 20th November 2024
History of Jackson Bay
January 19th 1875, was the very first landing of immigrants at Jackson Bay under a Special Settlement Scheme. The government had surveyed a township and farming community in the area, promising generous land ownership schemes, on-going employment, unlimited natural resources to harness, regular communication, vital infrastructure and a prosperous future.
The reality was vastly different for most, if not all, of the settlers, who in the first year experienced record rainfall with flooding and land slips that accompany these events. They faced erratic employment and communications, frugal living conditions and exorbitant prices for any food that made its way to the Bay. Attempts at growing crops were thwarted by floods and at the end of the first three years most had left in dribs and drabs until, in 1879, a Government Commission of Enquiry was held into the failed settlement. In total there were several hundred settlers that were landed over the course of those years. Most left, some of them died, and others endured.
The lack of a wharf was a huge nail in the coffin of the settlement as no timber could be milled and sent out and no supplies could be landed regularly or safely. To leave entailed crossing the Arawhata, Waiatoto, Okuru, and Turnbill Rivers following a muddy track to get to Haast as most did not have the money to return to Hokitika by boat. Despite these very inauspicious beginnings a few hardy families remained and carved out a life from the bush and the ocean gradually clearing some land and making a place for themselves in this beautiful but brutal wilderness. Descendants from some of those families still live in this area.

BOAZ Anema - Woodstock Hotel Hokitika
2025-01-20 18:30 - 2025-01-21 18:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
Singer / songwriter Boaz Anema and his Southern Summer tour make their way to Woodstock Brewing in Hokitika / Woodstock on Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st January 2025.
Starting at 6:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday, Boaz will play a mix of classic tunes and his own original compositions. It’s the perfect way to enjoy live music in a relaxed, scenic setting.
Free Entry
https://www.woodstockbrewing.co.nz/ : dinner reservations
