What is happening in Piha, Waitakere NZ 2011 in date order.
What is happening in Piha Beach
and surrounding Waitakere City (sometimes Auckland if its really exciting or interesting) in 2010 Mistakes happen - even by us! To the very best of our knowledge the following events are happening where and when we have said. If you are travelling a long way to Piha or Waitakere it may pay to double check prior :) Send your EVENT to What's Happening HERE
29th Jan: Black Sands Diva's playing @ Piha SLSC. - This will be a $10 pre sale or a $15 door charge. Funk, Soul & South Pacific Groove from onme of NZ's top festival acts. Made in Piha {Sponsored by Piha SLSC)
28th Jan 11 - 3pm: Piha Community Library Book Fair
25 - 26 Jan: Billabong Grom Surfing Series
19th Jan 7pm : SEWN - Longboarding Surfing Doco World Premiere, Piha Beach Piha SLSC $5
SEWN - the shores of Aotearoa seen through the eyes of longboarders. SEWN (which is an acronym for south east west north), is the title of the first New Zealand-made longboarding film in over a decade. More info SEWN
20 Jan 8pm :THE DAVE ALLEY BAND & Cat Tunks (Black Sand Diva) @ Piha SLSC. Acoustic Rppts B;ies & Groove from one of the finest NZ Guitarists around. $10 prepurchase or $15 at the door. (sponsored by Lion Rock Boardriders & Surfing NZ)
14th Jan 10am: Surf Competition - Surf team competition (2 hours), featuring up to 3 five person teams each claiming a set number of waves to be judged and scored.
8th Jan 7:30pm: Piha Ratepayers & Residents Assn AGM
7th Jan: Mike Murane and band at Piha Bowling Club
6th Jan 1 - 5pm: Beach Events with a Twist Auckland Transport Beach Day:To promote safe and sober driving. There will be :
A branded water tanker handing out water
Photo Booth printing off takeaway photos
Silent Disco Tent
Beach Volleyball
Acoustic Guitarist for 1.5 hours
Promo staff handing out giveaways and information
There will be free giveaways, live entertainment and more at these beach events where Auckland Transport is encouraging safety amongst young drivers to stay sober. More info
5th Jan 8 pm: Ruff Copy @ Piha SLSC $10 on the door. So pull out your dancing shoes as it is sure to be a big night!TOC
Since 1910 Surf Lifeguards have been patrolling our beaches in their jandals. We know 3.4 million kiwis own a pair of jandals and 2.5 million have more than one pair. Get everyone you know together, have some fun and support National Jandal Day by wearing, throwing and decorating your jandals or hold a jandal cake bake off with friends and family
October '11 has 5 Mondays, 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. This Happens once every 823years.
Go the All Blacks
30 Oct 11 - 1- 6 pm. "Viva Waitakere 2011". Henderson Park - just over the bridge from Corban Estate in Henderson
A festival of music and action to celebrate the spirit of WaitA festival of music and action to celebrate the spirit of Waitakere and let people know we are still here, still strong and still rocking!
24 Oct 11 10am: Piha Labour Day Market - North Piha
It's one of several annual events in Piha that we all look forward to and love : Piha Community Preschool's Market Day
20th Oct 7.30 pm: Meet the politicians : Economy and Ecology Kelston Community Centre What your local politicians think about our precious flora and fauna More information HERE [582kb].pdf
15 Oct: Piha CoastCare open meeting
2:30 @ Piha Library
9 Oct: Waitakere City 11k fun run and half marathon
7th Oct: Kids Disco @ Piha Bowling Club for end of term celebrations
7th Oct 3-5pm: Auckland Plan Community Forum @ Waitakere Civic Chambers, 6 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson. Community Waitakere on the net
01 Oct 11 - 1pm. Council / Piha Community Day @ Piha Bowling Club Local and Sports Parks West, Regional Parks and Auckland Transport projects will be displayed at this information day.
September '11
Recycle Collection: 12th & 26th
Piha Tai Chi Mondays 6pm Waygood Foundation Contact: Maureen on taiji.quan@ymail.comor 021 0231 8008
20 Aug - 18 Sep West Coast Gallery
Inside Out: Tanu Richardson - mixed media and outrageous clothing
25th Sep 11 - 2am: Daylight saving starts. Move clocks forward one hour to 3am
24th Sep 11 - 4pm: Storyfest - A FREE event for children and their families Kelston Community Centre, corner Awaroa and Great North Rd, Kelston. "Adventures in a New World" - featuring storytelling, performances, workshops activities and displays.Food and drink on sale. Fun for children of all ages. Going West
Week starting 19th Sep : Council maintenance Piha Beach. Marine Parade South walkway and car park sand removal. will be taking place. If wet it may be delayed a little.
The Annual General Meeting of the Piha Community Library Trust will be held in the Library on 4th Sep '11 Alladult members welcome
10 / 11th Sep 9am - 8pm: Literary WeekendGoing West Books and Writers Festival 2011 The highlight event of the Going West Books and Writers Festival 2011, this year's Going West Books and Writers Weekend evokes memories of Allen Curnow whose birth is celebrated this year; references our iconic literary publication Landfall, which has gone online; and wonders at our slender hold on this shaky isle in its vast southern oceans.
10th Sep 8pm: Settlers Film Club: 'Who Was Here Before Us?' A controversial film looking at who came to New Zealand first, and when. A film that shows some of the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand whilst searching for evidence that supports the stories of the 'first comers' to this land 1,800 years ago. Gary Cook and Barry Brailsford talk about 'evidence' of very early pre-Polynesian occupation at the WaitapuValley in Northland. More info on Settlers Film Club HERE
4th Sep 10am Planting Day @ Piha SLSC Platform
Bring strong footwear, gloves and spade (optional)
4th Sep 10am KareKare Beach Clean Up
Meet in Karekare Beach carpark
Bring food + drink and dress for the weather.
Kids prizes ! All welcome
3rd Sep 7pm: Titirangi trio 'The Nukes' are coming out to play a special and rare show at The Surf Club - Tickets $15 and kids under 10 free (not recommended for pre-schoolers......) They are an awesome trio blending fine musicianship with quirky NZ humour somewhere in between the Topp Twins and 'O brother where Art thou'...... Kitchen and bar open for dinner.
August '11
Recycle Collection: 1st, 15th & 29th
Piha Tai Chi Mondays 6pm Waygood Foundation Contact: Maureen on taiji.quan@ymail.comor 021 0231 8008
Going West Books & Writers Aug & Sep The 16th annual west Auckland literary festival, the Going West Books and Writers Festival 2011 celebrates New Zealand books, writing and ideas. More details
> 21st AugustSir Peter Siddell - Paintings 1970 - 2010 @ Lopdell House
> 21st AugustKAPA HAKA - Close up Te Waka Huia @ Lopdell House
20 & 21st August 1 - 4pm: Self Defence for Woman : Piha Neighbourhood Support for females 14+ at Barnet Hall. $30 a head for both days.Email Julia, Piha Neighbourhood Support, HERE
20th August: Jess Hosking memorial service Piha SLSC
Family and friends of Piha surf lifesaver Jess Hosking say she wouldn't want a solemn memorial service. Instead they hope people will join them to celebrate the life of the vibrant 19-year-old. Full article stuff.co.nz
16th & 17th August 9 - 5pm: Titirangi Primary School Art Exhibition @ Lopdell House.Get along and see an amazing array of local children's artwork. A biannual event in which every child has something on show from paintings, ceramics, collage, drawings, mosaics and more - a delightful, bright, engaging exhibition of upcoming talent.
12th August 8pm: "Age of Stupid" @ Settlers Film Club, Oratia This ambitious drama/ documentary / animation hybrid stars Pete Postlethwaite as an archivist in the devastated world of the future, asking the question: "Why didn't we stop climate change when we still had the chance?" He looks back on footage of real people around the world in the years leading up to 2015 before runaway climate change took place. Director:/ Writer: Franny Armstrong Starring: Pete Postlethwait, Jeh Wadia and Alvin DuVernay Oratia Settlers Hall (Doors open 7-15pm) Free membership and refreshments, Licensed Bar. Adult: $10 / Concessions: Over 60/Student/Piha Resident $7 / Under 15yrs $5
7th August 2pm: Piha Community Library Winter Series #2 at Piha Surf Club.Ian Mune brilliant actor, writer and genius with Gordon McLauchlan. Supported by John Yelash reading poems of Baxter with Peter Williams QC.Music by local musician Helen Duder & friends. Tickets $20.00 at door or from Fiona at the Piha Domain Camp Ground Office.
6 August: Waterfront Auckland is holding a public open day.
To celebrate the opening of the first stage of the Wynyard Quarter redevelopment Waterfront Auckland is holding an 'open day'. Over the last 18 months we've managed the construction of 10 interlinked public spaces, places and buildings More details
July '11
Recycle Collection: 4th & 18th
West Coast Gallery Presents : On the Wing 16 July - 14 Aug Birds through the view of West Coast Artists Opening 16th July
Corban Estate Arts Centre : Children's July Holiday Classes Let your child stretch their creative wings over an exciting 2 weeks jam-packed with classes that are both educational and fun! Children work in a studio setting and enjoy developing unique skills in a safe environment. These classes are ideal for children from the age of 5 to 14 years. Classes are from 10am ? 2.30pm and are either one or two days long. The course fee includes materials. Students need to bring their lunch and an old shirt to protect their clothes. CEAC Children's July Holiday Classes
31st July 3pm: Piha Surf Life Saving Club AGM At the Piha SLSC Clubhouse
24 July 9am - midday Dune Planting Piha BeachPiha CoastCareMeet at: Piha Surf Club Platform area and bring gloves, jacket, spade (no problems if you don't have). Easy work for all ages. . Bring friends, family, kiddies
16 July 5:30 - 7pm Disco @ Piha Bowling Club Celebrate the beginning of the school holidays with a disco for children and parents. The Club will supply popcorn, chips and baked goods so if you wish feel free to bring along your own food. The kitchen is also open. If you have your favourite disco music let Sheila know and she'll arrange it. Sheila 8128 104 or the Club 8128 845. Larry 8129 130
10 July 9am - midday Dune Planting Piha BeachPiha CoastCare Meet far South Piha Beach and bring gloves, jacket, spade (no problems if you don't have). Easy work for all ages. BBQ at midday. Bring friends, family, kiddies.
8 July 8pm: Jane's Journey @ Settlers Film Club, Oratia
FIRST SHOWING OF THE FILM since its premiere at the DOC EDGE Film Festival in February
The Settlers Film Club offer a concessionary price of $7for Piha Residents. All they have to do is book by e-mail or telephone OR on the night bring proof of address and they will get a $3 reduction on the ticket price. If a party of Piha People came along then the price reduction would more than cover the cost of fuel to Oratia and back.
This feature documentary recently released is about the life and work of Jane Goodall, (the chimp lady)
Using archival footage and family photos from her childhood and teen years in England and her first forays into the forests of GombeStreamNational Park, Knauer establishes Jane's joyful, playful personality.
Her love of animals began early, when her father gave her a toy stuffed monkey named Jubilee. She still carries Jubilee with her today; the toy has been held by Angelina Jolie and Kofe Annan, and touched by the countless children whose lives have been touched by Dr. Goodall.
There is footage of a young Jane with the chimpanzees and of the more mature Dr. Goodall again sitting among them. Her relationship with the chimpanzees then and now is awesome. In on camera interviews, she speaks about their personalities, and about how she eventually transformed her early observations and notes into the formal scientific studies for which she is so highly acclaimed, and then spread her knowledge through writing books, and to transform her love of chimpanzees and her commitment to protect them and their habitat into a broader concern for the future of all living creatures, including the human species, and the health of the planet we inhabit.
3rd July 2pm: Piha Community Library Winter Series #1 at Piha Surf Club.Hamish Keith art critic writer and wit with columnist Bill Ralston Emily Perkins a brilliant writer and reader Supported by West Coast award winning poet Sam Sampson Song Writer Matthew Coburn will sing songs of the West Coast Music by local musician Helen Duder & friends. Tickets $20.00 at door or from Fiona at the Piha Domain Camp Ground Office.
June '11
Recycle Collection: 6th & 20th
West Coast Gallery Presents : Don't let the bed bugs bite. 11 Jun - 10 Jul
19th June : Auckland Scholastics Tri-Series 2011 Surfing Champs The Auckland Regional Scholastic Series presented by Globe will take place on the 19th June at Piha, 3rd July at Maori Bay and 28th of August at Te Arai Beach on the East Coast. Surfing NZ details HERE
17th June 7:30 Glen Eden Playhouse This fifth annual "Concert for the Birds" features guest artists Jennifer Ward-Lealand, Iranian pianist Kamran Khodaverdian, tenor Greg Patel, and the Show West Singers, together with supporting artists. $25, $20 children $10 Proceeds from this event will be used to return threatened native bird species, including kokako, to the Ark in the Park. iticket.co.nz
May '11
8th May 3pm: Mother's Day Concert @ Eden Playhouse Theatre
Presented by The Trusts Waitakere Brass Band.
This concert has become a regular annual feature after a sell out audience in 2010. A delightful musical programme has been selected for the afternoon which includes a selection of tunes chosen especially for Mums. There is something for everyone from light classics to Broadway Show Tunes. Buy tickets & Info
April '11
The West Coast Gallery, PihaSaturday 2 April 2011 to Sunday 1 May 2011. The West Coast Gallery hosts a visit from the Art Post Studio gals, bringing us an exciting group exhibition covering a variety of media from painting to ceramics. Seven artists - Louise Taylor, Kym Marsden, Leah Wilson, Eleanor Barker, Leonie Clapham, Marie McNeill and Nicky Hartley - have joined forces to convert the old Parau Post Office into a cutting edge art gallery, and are bringing their array of talents to Piha for one month only.
30th April: Karekare Beach Races : Funds raised will benefit Karekare Surf Lifesaving Club and Lone Kauri School.
The usual format for our race day has 3 classes of galloping races: Hacks (races 3 & 8), Ponies (races 4 & 9) and Faster horses (races 2 & 6). The last race is open to all (race 10). However, with enough notice, we are happy to include races for any other large group.. The programme may be changed depending on entries received. All the loop races consist of two lengths of the beach ? up to 1000m - with a wide turn marked out with barrels at the end of the beach. So, all horses GO WIDE, TURNING OUTSIDE ALL THE BARRELS, TOWARDS THE SEA, THEN STRAIGHTEN UP FOR THE RUN TO THE FINISH LINE. FOR EASY PARKING GO TO PIHA, PARK IN THE DOMAIN AND CATCH THE SURF SHUTTLE OVER . . . VERY CLEVER
This is a strictly amateur event, any race horse entered must not have been in professional racing training for at least 3 months prior to 30th April 2011. No Dogs allowed For race day cancellations listen to ZB, especially if the weather looks doubtful. Postponement date would be Sunday 15th May 2011.
24th April: Telethon for Christchurch A large group from the entertainment and business sectors have begun work on a Global Telethon for Christchurch. The intention is for it to be a multi-channel broadcast, and a sign of national unity that brings focus to the widespread but disparate fundraising efforts that are taking place throughout the country. More info to follow Follow on Facebook
25th April 2pm: Piha Anzac Parade starts at Piha RSA, Beach Valley Road.
21st April: 6.30 TILL LATE - Black Sand Diva with Mandy Patmore PIHA RSA - locals night! Join in an easter kick off gig of fabulous music Jazz soul funk groove from BlackSandDiva and wonderful song from local songwriter and artist Mandy Patmore. No cover charge - koha welcome - kai time kitchen open 5.30 - bring the kids!
5th & 11th April 7 - 9pm: Waitakere Ranges Local Board Plan community engagement sessionsMore details here
3rd April: End of Daylight Saving. Clocks go BACK one hour. So 3am becomes 2am.
Bring: Your dog on a lead, some money for entry and a bag for doggie poo. Come half an hour early to register your dog for $2 per catagory.
Catagories are:
Prettiest bitch
Most handsome dog
Best purebred
Cutest puppy (under 6 months)
Best veteran
Best child handler - children under 12
Best 6 legs - bring your shorts
Dog most like its owner
Best trick
Waggiest tail
BEST IN SHOW
26th & 27th Mar 10 - 4pm : West Artists - Open Studio weekendOver 100 artists - 60 venues - One weekend - FREE (or bus tours $15 per person - bookings recommended) Ph 301 0101 ext 428934 for more information and free brochure.
Artists throughout Auckland West are busy finishing artwork and dusting their studios ready to open to the public for the 7th Annual West Artists Open Studio weekend on 26 and 27 March.
26th & 27th Mar: Turning streets into neighbourhoods Knowing our neighbours can transform whole communities into healthy, fun and vibrant places to live.
23th Mar 7:15pm: Waitakere Ranges Local Board Meeting. 39 Glen Mall Place (old Mad Butchers shop)
20th Mar: Piha's Day for Christchurch
On Piha Domain. . . . more info to follow
19th Mar: North Harbour Swing Band @ Piha Bowler 9pm to late with Mike Murane and Kate Hopkins. What a fabulous night last time. They back again. Dress to 'The Nines'. $30
18th Mar: Christchurch Earthquake National Memorial Service - Hagley Park Australian Governor-General Quentin Bryce, Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Leader of the Opposition Tony Abbott will all attend the Christchurch Earthquake National Memorial Service on Friday as well as Prince William.
Around 600 Australian USAR, Police, medical, identification and other expert personnel have been working around the clock in the crisis response. On top of this, the Australian Federal Government has contributed A$5 million to the Red Cross earthquake appeal. Thanks Oz :-)
17th Mar: St Patricks Day -
8th of March : New Zealand Census NightTHE CENSUS HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE GOVERNMENT DUE TO CHRISTCHURCH EARTH QUAKE Every man, woman and child in New Zealand this night is required to fill out a census form. These statistics give a myriad of government, business and planners etc vital statistics. CENSUS ONLINE
February '11
Recycle Collection: 14th & 28th
Alcoholics Anonymous (and NA) in Piha:Sunday at 1pm there is an AA Meeting at the Piha Domain Camp.
22 Jan to 20th Feb: Stefanie Kroeger 'Piha on Canvas'
One of my favourite artsits returns to the West Coast Gallery in Piha.
Its been a while, Black Sand Diva returns home to Piha for one show only this summer at The Piha RSA: from Samoa to Takaka and back and finally on home turf of Black Sand... no cover charge, and featuring special guests young rockers The Stickmen.
18th Feb 4:30: Soccer Muster in the Piha Domain 12th Feb: NZ Surf Boat SeriesPiha Big Wave Classic
12th Feb: Karekare Lifesaving Celebrate 75 years 1935 -2010
"For 75 years Karekare Surf Life Saving Club has been saving lives at Karekare beach. This site is a celebration of those 75 years. The people, the projects, the stories, the adventures and more... We are organising a celebratory function on Saturday 12 February 2011, and would like to invite all past and present members."
Alcoholics Anonymous (and NA) in Piha:Sunday at 1pm there is an AA Meeting at the Piha Domain Camp.
29 Jan 11 - 3-11:30pm: THE ORATIA JUNGLE FESTIVAL HAS BEEN MOVED TO MONDAY 31ST - 2PM -The Oratia Jungle Festival Landsendt Subtropical Gardens, 108 Parker Road, Oratia, Waitakere:
What promises to be the first of many - a celebration of sculpture, the finest of Oratia's locally produced food and wine, art, live music (Black Sand Diva !) from 3 of Aucklands finest jazz/soul/and world music acts - in a tropical West Auckland oasis under the palms and beneath the stars, followed with a finale of outdoor visual treats from Robin Kewell big screen outdoor cinema, fine wine and food available - no BYO.
Tickets avail at info@landsendt.co.nz and Oratia Farmers Market early January
Piha Yoga New Year Timetable:10:30 to 11:45 @ Barnett Hall. $14 Daily Jan 2nd to 9th 28th Jan. 8pm: Radio Stars @ Piha SLSC: Professor Miller Goss, former Director of the Very Large Array, National Radio Astronomy Observatory in the USA, will talk about the amazing impact of the New Zealand Cosmic Noise of 1948 which, from the Piha Radar Station site at the end of te Ahauahu Road, pinpointed the source of radio stars outside the solar system. Fish & Chips available & bar open
26th Jan. 7:15pm: Waitakere Ranges Local Board Meeting. 39 Glen Mall Place (old Mad Butchers shop)
22nd Jan: 5:30 - 7pm: Piha Beach Clean Up and Picnic More . . . . 22nd Jan: Jay Okasene is playing at The Piha Bowling Club this Sat night - they're good - a fun funky soul band and I think its only $10 - good times! Come and have a boogie before the kids go back to school and the routine begins al over again
22 January 2pm: Stefanie Kroeger returns to West Coast Gallery
Opening of 'Piha on Canvas'
17th Jan. 7:30 Piha Rescue: Watch the seasons premiere @ Piha SLSC on their big screen. Bar open
15th Jan 11: Single Parents Trust BBQ at Piha Beach
Piha Beach has a safe area for children and we can take a beautiful 30 minute short bushwalk to Kitekite Falls with the children.
9th Jan 12 noon: Coastal Clean-Up PIha, Anawhata & Karekare
Meet at the Sustainable Coastlines tent at the comp 12 noon. Sustainable Coastlines8th & 9th Jan: Hyundai Pro Longboard Tour - Event 1. Rating SNZ LB 4 Star. Prize $30508th Jan: Piha SLSC Traditional and wonderful Cross Dressing Night8th Jan 11am: Piha Neighbourhood Support BBQ @ Playground, Piha Domain More . . . 1st Jan - New Years Day: United holds the most wonderful kiddies day at the camp ground in North Piha, we would love the local community to come along and join in. Will confirm time closer but there are heaps of great fun games and prizes for the kids, bring a picnic and join us.
Alcoholics Anonymous (and NA) in Piha:Sunday at 1pm there is an AA Meeting at the Piha Domain Camp.
Piha Yoga Xmas Timetable:10:30 to 11:45 @ Barnett Hall. $14 Dates: December 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31st.
24th Dec 6:30pm @ The Piha Cafe
"Songs of Christmas with Locals Invitational Choir"
6 pm start
Bring your children, dogs, blankets, mozzie spray and your singing voices
Songsheets provided
Food, coffee and ice creams available
19th Dec 6:30pm: Christmas Carols, Christmas Tree and Santa @ Piha Bowling Club11th Dec 8:30pm: Christmas Social @ Piha Bowling Club11th Dec 7:30 - 9pm Christmas Concert - The Trusts Waitakere Brass Band The Trusts Waitakere Brass Band join forces with The Salvation Army Band at the stunning city venue. Salvation Army Citadel in The Auckland City11th Dec Children's Christmas Gift Making: morning session 9am - 11.30 or afternoon 12.30 - 3pm.Christmas gift making is a FREE event where children can come and make gifts for their families.It is organised and funded by Auckland Council (previously Waitakere City Council) and is open to any children from the West area to register.
Every year local businesses generously donate resources and volunteers come along to help children and a wide variety of gifts are made. It is a chance for children to give a little back to their families and to learn that Christmas doesn't have to come out of a store.
At West Wave Recreation Centre, 20 Alderman Drive, Henderson.Children can ph 301 0101 to register to attend the Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Donations of items are welcome. Volunteers are needed to assist on gift stations during both sessions. To register, donate items or volunteer phone the Call Centre 301 0101
10th Dec Piha SLSC 8pm DREAMERS OF THE DAY -GRAEME MURDOCH talks about his new book on the creation of the Regional Parks. $10 FishnChips. Koha
4th & 5th Dec Rip Curl GromSearch - Piha 2010 New Zealand's best groms will battle it out at Piha4th Dec 'Piha Hypno Blast' @ Piha SLSC. This will be an absolutely hilarious night! only limited to 150 tickets so its a first in first served!!!It is suitable for kids. No nude life guards running around in this show! Tickets $20.00 please contact pihamerchandise@gmail.comfor further details.
4th Dec Piha Beach Clean Up and Picnic - PROZ-NZ Meet at South Piha opposite the surf club. Bring a picnic dinner Bags, gloves, water and treats provided.
We are a non-profit organisation committed to protecting our precious beaches, waterways and marine creatures here in NZ also educating kids about the importance of looking after our waterways. We are particularly concerned with the conservation of the Maui's Dolphin, which is found only on the West Coast of the North Island. The Maui's Dolphin is critically endangered, with fewer than 150 remaining. Their situation is critical and extremely urgent. PROS-NZ was founded in 2010 by Michael May. PROS-NZ on Facebook
3rd Dec 'National Jandal Day' - It's all about Surf Life Saving
2nd Dec 2pm: Pike River Coal Mine: National Service of Remembrance
Will be held at Greymouth's Omoto race course where key speakers will be Prime Minister John Key, Governor-General Sir Anand Satyanand, Grey District Mayor Tony Kokshoorn, and Pike River Coal chief executive Peter Whittall, who was the public face of the rescue operation.
Reverend Tim Mora, head of the Greymouth Ministers' Association, will lead the service, which is expected to take an hour.
Before the service there will be some musical items performed by kapa haka groups, bands and choirs. All the performers would be West Coasters.
1st Dec World Aids Day
19 Hetrosexuals were diagnosed with Aids in NZ in 2009
Piha Craft Exchange Join us to learn new skills, share ideas and materials. We meet every second Wednesday at Barnett Hall. Bring your projects and something to eat and drink. See you there.
Alcoholics Anonymous (and NA) in Piha:Sunday at 1pm there is an AA Meeting at the Piha Domain Camp.
26th Nov: Disney's fantastic Fantasia The Settlers Film Club presents The classic Walt Disney feature animation ?FANTASIA? as our last film of the season which will be at Landsendt sub-tropical gardens. Gates open at 6pm time to walk around the gardens, get your rugs out on the lawn and have a picnic before the film starts at sunset. This is our thrid film event at Landsendt and those of you who have been before know that it is a magical setting for any film, FANTASIA is the perfect film for an outside show.
BOOK NOW Adults $10 Seniors/Students $7 and under 15 years old $5? Family ticket 2 Adults 2 children $25
20th Nov:Piha Community Library Trust - Annual General Meeting 2:15 at the library
All adult members of the library are welcome to attend. The Trust will present its annual report and will provide an opportunity for members to give feedback and to offer ideas or suggestions for the library and its future operations.
Tea and coffee will be served at the meeting.
19th Nov: Red Nose Day: Red Nose Day, in association with Paper Plus Group, is proud to bring back the iconic event that united our country, raised awareness and funds for a worthy cause, and of course who can forget that catchy song?!
Today, over 2 decades since we first put on those little red noses, the song has been refreshed and the cause is more comprehensive than ever ? Cure Kids conducts research into all illnesses that affect New Zealand children and their families. The goal for Red Nose Day in 2010 is to raise $1 million to provide hope and support through crucially funded research to those children suffering from life-threatening diseases. Red Nose Day.org.nz14th Nov: Jazz Mania Concert - The Trusts Stadium, Waitakere
Jazz is on the menu for The Band's concert at The Trust's Stadium and as always this stunning event is guaranteed to entertain.
This year we are thrilled to announce Jo Spiers as our guest artist. Jo is one of New Zealand's premier Jazz Musicians who plays for the Navy Band and performs with the Rodger Fox Big Band.
With round table format for guests this is a great concert for a group of friends or as a client or staff nightout. Catered packages are available if prebooked in advance.
Tickets $25 each or get a group together and book one of our Gold, Silver or Bronze Package Deals and include bubbles and food.
Not only will you have a great night out but you could be in to win one of our fab raffle prizes on the night .... weekend for two in Pauanui... magnum of bubbles... or a $150 pamper voucher for the ladies at the exclusive East Day Spa at Sky City Grand Hotel !!!!!!!
If you haven't booked your tickets get in quick as this event ALWAYS sells out. Book tickets here at iTicket13th Nov: SLSNR IRB Carnival North Piha Events will include IRB Races in a designated area on the beach that will be clearly identified for the safety of the public on the beach and in the water. Surf Sports competitions have always been a major part of surf lifesaving. Providing surf lifesavers an opportunity to challenge themselves physically and mentally, keeping them prepared for saving lives on the beaches.
These events will require use of these beaches in the area adjacent to the local surf lifesaving club.
We have not requested sole use of the entire beach; local residents and members of the public are more than welcome to use the beach as they normally would while these events are taking place.
October '10
Recycle Collection: 11th & 25th
Sunday 31st Oct 4pm - 8pm: Viva Waitakere Festival.
One place. One afternoon. One Waitakere There is no place like Waitakere. With the supercity kicking in on 1 November, we decided that a festival was in order to celebrate the unique identity of Waitakere on the last day of the city and leave people in no doubt that this is our place.
Viva Waitakere is an opportunity to participate in the legacy of Waitakere, affirming that although Waitakere City will no longer exist in name, the spirit of the West will live on.
From 4pm, Henderson Park will be the space to make your mark. It will be populated with a diverse range of activities and entertainment that capture what Waitakere is all about. Bring your friends, family, food and fun.
Acknowledging Waitakere
A celebration in portraits by John Chapman
Opening October 16th. Exhibition Oct 16 - Nov 14th.
Halloween Fancy Dress Party for the Children of Piha at the Piha Library at 2:30pm. There will be a prize for the best Halloween costume in two age groups. There will also be games and nibbles so register your child's name at the library a.s.a.p. so we know how many to cater for.
Halloween the Adults of Piha at the Bowling Club 8:30 - 1am First band kicks off at 8.30 followed by DJ's $20 tickets available from Bowler or Cafe.
25th Oct: Labour Monday Piha Preschool Market Day
Yes that Piha Preschool is at it again. Piha's famous market day is happening again 2010
It's such a fabulous day . . . food, second hand preloved stuff . . . . great atmosphere . . . no parking . . .
See you there
24th Oct: Labour Sunday 10am - 4pm West Coast Community Arts Trust"Bling Birthday Bash"
West Coast Community Arts Trust celebrates 10 years of promoting and supporting the artists of the WaitakereRanges.A fun filled family day with workshops, competitions, music, performers, a grand parade and high tea.
Full details HERE23 & 24th Oct: Labour Weekend: Piha Surfing Champs 2010 Piha Surfing Champs is back on after being postponed earlier in the year. It is all ready to roll on the 23rd & 24th October. First prize in the Open is a fairly large amount of cash while there is a custom made surfboard in the Over 30's, a HC Fish board in the Women's and a Mike Jolly longboard in the Longboard division.
$4000 in prizes Entry $50 ($20 Members) Start Time 8am Sat. 10am Sun
Open Men, Women's, Longboards, Over 30's, Over 40's, Over 50's Contact Mike Jolly at Piha Surf Shop for Entries and Membership Enquiries Ph 09 812 8723 Email: lionrockbdrs@xtra.co.nz
21st Oct 7:30pm: The Baker Suite @ Corban Estate Arts Centre Cellar Straight from the heart and reminiscent of a smoky, French café, The Baker Suite create a seductive and potent world full of compelling stories and lush instrumentation, carrying the listener through elegant ballads, gypsy romantica and a lurching night waltz in the rain. The Baker Suite will be touring to New Zealand in October to perform 2 shows at the Nelson Arts Festival. This will be followed by an intimate performance at the Corban Estate Arts Centre on Thursday October 21.
"We're very excited to be performing at Corban Estate", said Gayle Buckby of The Baker Suite, "it looks like a gorgeous venue that will really suit our music.There will also be a bar and light snacks, so it should be a beautiful night?.
17th Oct 4pm: Waitakere City Orchestra presents their Spring Concert Conductor: Brigid Ursula Bisley, Soloists: Ryan Chen and Naomi Lee
Programme 4pm start:
Vivaldi Spring & Summer from 'The Four Seasons'.
Geminiani 'La Follia'.
Mozart Adagio & Fugue in C Minor plus Symphony No 25 in G Minor
Tickets Adults $25. Concessions $15. Children $10. Family (2+2) $60 Book with iTicket or phone 3611000. Performance at Avondale College. EFTPOS AVAILABLE for door sales available.17th Oct: Piha SLSC Nippers Registrations Piha SLSC HERE16th Oct: 2pm The Gardening of Eden. Top Floor Lopdell House. Robyn Kewell's documentary about Eden follows the 'green team' over four years as they plan, source, plant and nurture the 100,000 plants that helped turn a desolate scar on the landscape into a vibrant garden. Cost: $12 or $10 for friends of LHG. Bookings: 817 8087 x 201 or gallery shop. Lopdell House
26 Sep - Daylight Saving starts. Clocks forward one hour so 2am becomes 3am. 25 Sep 10am - 4pm Storyfest A FREE event for children and their families.
This year's theme is ?All things WEST'Celebrate the WEST . It's people, places, culture and history, with storytellers, performances, workshops and activities for a fun filled, educational and enertaining day for children of all ages. Featuring storytelling, puppet shows, performing cultura groups, roving entertainment, mural art from 6 Waitakere schools and lots of activityies and workshops to keep everyone happy.
Location/vanue: Kelston Community Centre, 135 Awaroa St, Sunnyvale, Henderson, Waitakere.
19th Sep 2:30pm - Meet the Candidates - Barnett Hall, North Piha. Auckland Council Waitakere Ward & Waitakere Local Board Candidates: There will be an opportunity to ask candidates questions.18th & 19th Sep: Waitakere Neighbourhood Support Fundraiser: SECOND HAND BOOK FAIR . . . Details here [369kb].pdf
11 Sep 4pm - Penny Hulse @ Piha Cafe then onto the Bowler . . . see below
11 Sep 9pm to late: the North Harbour Swing Band - 18 piece! . . . with vocalists Mike Murane & Kate Hopkins. Tickets $30 from Piha Bowling Club.
Dress to 'the nines'
10 Sep 8pm Settlers Film Club: 'Land if the Long White Cloud'
New Zealand 2009, 75mins PG Director: Florian Habicht
Florian Habicht describes his latest exposé of the recreational habits of Northlanders as a 'sequel of sorts' to his classic 'Kaikohe Demolition'. Claimed to be the largest surfcasting event in the world, the annual Ninety Mile Beach Red Snapper Classic attracts hundreds of anglers for five days every February to compete for prizes in excess of $250,000, with the biggest snapper taking out a serious $50,000. Habicht joins them, camera in hand, full of questions about what they might be thinking as they engage in this elemental and apparently very relaxing pursuit. How will they spend the prize money? Do they believe in an afterlife? Admission: Adults: $10 Gold Card and Students: $7 Under 15yr: $5 Refreshments and Licensed Bar. 818 2489 for details Settler?s Hall. 569, West Coast Road. Oratia
9 Sep 7:30 - Meet the Candidates Titirangi Presbyterian Church Hall, Atkinson Road, Titirangi. Waitakere Ward and Local Board Candidates. Topic "What I will do to ensure Titirangi retains its unique character, identity & has a strong voice in the new Auckland Council".
8th Sep 7pm - Meet the Candidates - Swanson School Hall.
Council and Community Board candidates in the Auckland Council local body elections have been invited to tell us what they will be doing in the new Council structure to ensure that WaitakereCity's unique identity is retained. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions of the candidates.
7th Sep 7:20 - 9pm Waitakere Health Link AGM and 10 Year Celebration with WDHB election candidates present to speak and answer questions. Tui Glen Centre 2 Claude Brookes Drive (off Edmonton Rd) Henderson
Guest Speakers: Waitemata District Health Board Election Candidates - Candidates will be given the opportunity to address the meeting and answer questions.More details HERE
03 Sep 7 - 10pm Word Up 2010: Corbans Estate
August '10
Recycle Collection: 2nd, 16th & 30th
West Coast Gallery: August 7th - 5 September
Bobbie 'Through my Eyes'
29/8/10 7 - 9pm: Fantastic Fundraising Auction - Penny Hulse for Auckland City Council - Get more than your just desserts.
Ceramco Park Function Centre, 120 Glendale Road, Glen Eden
$10 entry at the door . . .
25th - 28th August: He Reo Aroha - Words of Love - at Going West 2010
A beautiful story weaving the beauty of original waiata with a story of love and music comes to West Auckland as part of Going West Books and Writers Festival 2010.
Tawata Productions presents He Reo Aroha 'Words of Love' in its first full Auckland season at the Glen Eden Playhouse Theatre from 25 to 28 August.
Written by Miria George and Jamie McCaskill and directed by Hone Kouka More Info
14th August 6:30pm: Mayoral Debate: Brown v Praast v Williams v Banks School of Architecture & Planning, 260 - 101, Level 1 / Owen G Glen Building, 12 Grafton Rd RSVP to archplan.assistant@auckland.co.nz10
th, 11th, 12th & 14th August 10 - 2pm: Piha Walk Safe 'scope and concept design' display for you to look at in the Piha Library 01 August 10am: Piha CoastCareWorking Bee at Lion Rock Corner planting spinifex. Bring Windproof / waterproof clothing, strong shoes, gloves, spade (or use ours)
July '10
Recycle Collection: 5th & 19th
West Coast Gallery: July 8th to August 1st
Richard Kereopa - UNIDENTIFIED Performance installation - flax weaving - Thu July 8 to Sat July 10. Join Richard at the gallery 10 - 4. Over the course of 4 days, Kereopa will the community gallery space through the teaching and construction of rourou, small baskets used in traditional Maori society for food. These baskets will then be used to create a structure that shall in habit the space for the remainder of the exhibition's duration.
11th July 4:30 to 7:30pm Cat Tunks with BlackSand Diva & Guests at Piha RSA Vocalist Cat Tunks & members of the Black Sand Diva band and special guests - featuring Elad Katz (sax) Karlos Saunders-Tunks (guitar) and Isaac 'Ice Man' on bass - and more. A welcome return on home turf for the BlackSandDiva crew with their first home appearance in 9 months.10th July 9am - midday Waitakere Ward Local Reserves Management Plan - Open Day @ Oratia Farmers Market, Oratia. Draft Waitakere Ward Local Reserves Management Plan.PihaSchoolHoliday Programmes July 5 - 9 & 12 - 16Back by Popular Demand!
Brought to you by Tamariki Tours, The Piha Community Hall Society and the Piha Kids Charitable Trust
Mini Activities (approx 2-3hours):
·Bush Survival (as per our very popular holiday classes last term!)
·Rocky Seashore (as per our very popular holiday classes last term!)
·Soccer camp (3 sessions developing dribbling, passing and tackling skills with mini-games)
·Surfing (2 hours, learning and intermediate sessions)
·Early Evening Bush Adventure & Glow Worm Hunt (2 hours)
·Hip Hop Dancing (2 hours, 2 sessions, mixed)
·Maori Weaving (with experienced local Weaver)
·Arts and Crafts ? natural bush and beach crafts, painting and drawing skills
(830am-1030/1130am or 1pm-3/4pm, Minimum 10 children required, $25 per child, All Ages with Preschooler sessions available)
Full Day Activities (City pick-ups available):
·Snow Planet Trip
·Parakai Hot Pools Trip
·Skateboard Parks Tour
(Approximately 830am-430pm, Minimum 6 children required, Costs dependent on activity, Ages 7+)
In association with Auckland Festival of Photography
Corbans Estate Art Centre - Henderson 28th May - 11July. This years Matariki exhibition combines the annual Auckland Festival of Photography with established Matariki celebrations. Photographers and multimedia/film artists were invited to submit work that echo one of the core themes of Matariki; a time of remembrance. The exhibition is a way of remembering those who are gone from our lives, the places we hold dear as well as cherished milestones or forgotten events.
click on photo left for details of celebrations.
Zumba: Mon & Wed at the Piha Bowler. One hour sessions at 6:30 and 7:30. $10
Thai Chi: Mondays at Barnett Hall, North Piha
18th June 8pm: MATARIKI MUSIC NIGHT - HE PO WHAKANUI @ Corbans Estate Arts Centre $20
Anna Coddington, Tama Waipara (photo), Awanui Reeder (Nesian Mystic), Maitreya, Ria Hall, Katera Maihi, Majic Paora and Mel Davis. With MC's Peata Melbourne and Horomona Horo.
Honoring the past and looking to the future with interpretations of the songs of Hirini Melbourne, one of New Zealand?s foremost contemporary Maori Music composers.
BOOKINGS: info@ceac.org.nz or phone: (09)838 4455 more details on ceac.org.nz14th June 6:30 - 7:30pm (and every Monday): ZAMBA classes @ Piha Bowling Club - yes the new fitness craze has hit Piha. Watch ZUMBA on YouTube here For more details contact Anna-Leigh 021 025 95 810
12th June 8pm:DANCE Swanson School Hall. Steve Tulloch Band. Tickets $10 plus a plate for supper & BYO drinks. All proceeds to Swanson Christmas Parade Fund. tickets available from Swanson Station Cafe or Email here
11th June 8pm: Settlers Film Club, (Cert PG) Oratia. An intrepid record of modern-day piracy. Directed by Dan Stone to highlight moral as well as legal conflicts, this strikingly humane film may function as a prequel to Animal Planet's 'Whale Wars' but i slight years ahead in visual clarity and narrative ambition'" Jeannette Catsoulis (The New York Times) NYT Critic?s Pick
Plus short film 'Is This Conservation' (7 mins) A film about the rules of catching cod off the Cornish coast. 6th June 7:30-1am Warm Nights and Hot Pleasures @ Piha Bowling Club - fundaraiser for Piha Radio. Paddy Free with DJs Brad (of course), De Jah Vu & Byron. $20 from Piha Store. No door sales - (yea right!)6th June 8pm: 'Piha The Way it Was' with Sandra Coney. Koha. Piha Surf Club. Kitchen & Bar open from 6pm. Fish and Chips $10
May '10
Recycle Collection: 10th & 24th
West Coast Gallery:May Octopus's Garden. Works in glass by Sofia Athineou
30th May 12-3pm: Luke Hurley at the Piha Cafe
Luke Hurley is a guitarist / singer songwriter from New Zealand who has recently returned from an extended tour of Ireland, UK, France and Sweden from July 08 until late January 10
30th May: 'A day with a Master'Photographeron Karekare Beach: See how a master creates his masterpieces ... simply put .... to be inspired in inspiring locations. A Day with a Master, in association with New Zealand Geographic, invites you to spend a day with multi-award winning photographer, Arno Gasteiger at Karekare beach. A day with a Master website27th May 6pm: Matariki Opening @ Corbans Estate Art Centre.
The Auckland Festival of Photography meets Matariki celebrations - photographers and multimedia/film artists echo one of the chore themes of Matariki - a time of remembrance.
27th May 4:30 - 7:30: Consultation Drop In Session - WCC Plan Changes 35 & 36Oratia Bowling Club, 515 West Coast Road. Council Officers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, or discuss any issues of concern, during the times stated. Please feel free to attend at the time most suited to you. The Council is keen to hear from you in relation to the proposed Plan Changes. 25th May 3:30 - 6:30: Consultation Drop In Session - WCC Plan Changes 36 & 37Titirangi Warm Memorial Hall, South Titirangi Road. Council Officers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, or discuss any issues of concern, during the times stated. Please feel free to attend at the time most suited to you. The Council is keen to hear from you in relation to the proposed Plan Changes. 16th May: Farmers Market in Titirangi Coffee, organic juice, gelato, pizza, pastries and tapas are just a few of the yummy products to munch on while shopping.
15th May 7:30: 'Tribute to Hamish Miller @ Lopdell House
This documentary film night is about the life and work of the late Hamish Miller, black-smith, sculptor, dowser and author. Hamish read engineering at Edinburgh and through his books, talks and workshops his work on earth energies has earned him an inter-national reputation. He co-wrote In Search of the Southern Serpent with his New Zealander friend, Barry Brailsford They combined their special talents to create a book that takes readers on a journey into the power of place. The western mind of the pagan, the priest and the scientist encounter the Maori lore of the shamanic mind, they don't collide - instead they gently touch to open doors of many kinds. Hamish was a good friend of film-maker Robin Kewell and there will also be a showing of part of an exclusive interview that he did with these two 'wise men' on top of an ancient Iron Age settlement in West Cornwall plus a short film of Hamish in his workshop. Robin will also be demonstrating the 'art' of dowsing something that Hamish was renowned for worldwide. A fascinating look into the life of someone that got a second chance!!. Top Floor of Lopdell House,7.30pm doors open at 7pm. Entry $12 or $10 for Friends of Lopdell House Gallery and Settlers Film Club members, Bookings phone 817 8087 x201
14th May 7:15 for 8pm: "This way of Life" Settlers Film Club
Shot by Napier-based Cloud Nine Films, this recently released, award-winning documentary is the story of Peter and Colleen Karena. They are in their early 30?s. They have six children and 50 horses. ?This Way of Life? is a film about freedom. It is about risk and wilderness and how one family chooses to live more connected to wild nature than the shiny life of the mall. The film captures a way of life and a consciousness that has almost disappeared, a life where self-sufficiency is central, where time is not money, it encompasses an understanding of a tangible relationship with nature and natural morality - unframed by regulation or compromise. Cert PG. **Please note, all under 16 year olds must be accompanied by an adult. In the Settlers Hall, Friday 14th May at 8pm doors open 7-15 pm Adults: $10 Concessions: $7 Under 15yrs: $5 Licensed bar and refreshments. For bookings Tel: 09 818 2489 or E-mail: Email HERE
13th May 4pm: 'Storytime' in sign language" @ Piha Library All are welcome to come along to listen , see and learn with Ursula Thynne A gold coin donation to DEAF AOTEAROA would be appreciated.. 8th May 3pm: Piha Ratepayers & Residents Assn SGM: Presentation of 2009 annual accounts & constitution changes to get 'charitable' status 8th May 2:30pm: "THINK SIGN" @ Piha Library (taster class) Have you ever thought that you should learn Sign Language? Well here?s your opportunity. During New Zealand Sign Language week, Ursula Thynne will be holding a taster class at the Piha library. All are welcome to come along to listen , see and learn. Donations to Deaf Aotearoa.8th May 10 - 4pm: UNIQUE FREE ARTS FESTIVAL FOR CHILDREN IS ON AGAIN! - Corban Estate Arts Centre
This year's theme is ART SPEAKS MANY LANGUAGES giving children the opportunity to communicate and express through painting, sculpture, music, dance and storytelling.
7, 8 & 9th May 10am: Waitakere Home & Garden Show @ Trusts Stadium. Show highlights: weekend gardener market, Auckland sculptor of the year; Large feature gardens; Fine food zone; arts and crafts section; Eco innovations and more 7th May 7:30pm: Film 'Open at Page 100' @ Settler's Hall, Oratia. Yes! they've started again.
A film about art teacher Robin Child:Filmed during a 'Bright on Bright' course at Robin Child's studio. We, the viewer, start on Monday morning with a class of eighteen others, some regular course goers and others there for the first time. With lectures and slideshows, comments from pupils past and present we are privileged to observe the interaction and atmosphere created by one of the most inspiration teachers of art. For many years Robin Child had flatly refused to be filmed by several Television companies but Helena Wakefield who had attended many of Robin Child's courses managed to persuade him to let Robin Kewell in with his cameras to record a week of dynamism and energy from a teacher who provokes and praises all in the same breath.
This film was selected to represent Cornwall at the Celtic Film Festival in feature documentaries. Robin Kewell will present the film and tell some stories from behind the lens and show some examples of people's work.
Admission $10 and $5 for under 15 yrs
1st May 10-midday: Meet your Local MP, Paula Bennett @ Piha SLSC1st May 2pm: Meet aspiring 'Super City Mayor' John Banks @ Piha CafeApril '10
Recycle Collection: 12th & 26th
West Coast Art Gallery
RANDOm LaTeral DynamiCs - Andrew Hall
MATerials in danger of BeinG WasTed. Recycle ReUse ReinvENT and SAVE
ANDrew sees possiBiLities and PotenTial in EveRyThiNG
"It's A gift And a CurSe
Tai Chi in Piha: Mondays 6:30 - 8pm@ Barnett Hall Startss 19th April for 11 weeks. $150
25th April: Anzac Day: Assembling at Piha RSA for 1:45pm departure, marching from Beach Valley Road via Marine Parade to Lion Rock 24th April: West Coast Gallery presents a night of dance and grooves!
We all know that when the West Coast Gallery puts on a gig it is always good.
As the band is Soljah and the support is the Mercenaries and it falls on anzac weekend - the theme is War and Peace - dress up and costumes essential
Tickets from west coast gallery or titirangi pharmacy $20 or $25 at the door if not sold out!
23 - 24th April: Export Gold 16 Interclub Championships / North Island South Island Challenge, Piha Beach Surfing NZ Enjoy the best New Zealand surfing has to offer. The first four events of the series have been held at Whangamata, Raglan and 2 events in Gisborne. The 16 top contestants will go on to compete in the final stage of the competition at Piha for a total prize purser worth over $40,000.
The Surfing will be of the highest calibre you will see from this countries top 16 surfers!19th April: Tai Chi in Piha: Mondays 6:30 - 8pm@ Barnett Hall Startss 19th April for 11 weeks. $150
18th April: Farmers Market in Titirangi Coffee, organic juice, gelato, pizza, pastries and tapas are just a few of the yummy products to munch on while shopping.
Treasure Hunt for children on Piha CoastCare Outing . All the details HERE All welcome and in case you're wondering: its FREE
Piha Cafe : Bouncy Castle and Easter Eggs throughout the day
Tsunami Warning Test: At midday the Tsunami Warning alarms will go off. This is a test
Easter School Holidays The Piha Community Hall Society and the Piha Kids Charitable Trust present Easter School Holiday activities.
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The following activities are being co-ordinated with local Piha Operators - Tamariki Tours
1. Bush SurvivalThis is a chance to explore Piha'snative bush discovering NZ Native edible plants, building huts, sourcing fresh water, bush survival and first aid techniques.
2.2. Marine/Seashore ExplorationJoin a qualified instructor (BSc Marine Science) to embark on a marine treasure hunt exploring Piha's many rock pools and learning about local marine life and conservation.
3.3. NZ Camping DayEnjoy a Kiwi Camping day out in your own backyard, Piha. Learn camp skills in putting up a tent, important camp equipment required, gas cooker safety, and enjoy some great camp cooking.
4.4. Piha Native Plant OrienteeringGo orienteering around Piha armed with a compass to explore the bush surroundings discovering Piha's own unique native plants and record your findings by photo or drawing.
Above activities run over the two weeks of the Easter School Holidays, each session is 4hrs at $45 per child, min 6 children. They are happy to accommodate younger children age 3 if there is assistance from parents.
NOTE: I know nothing about Tamariki Tours. All parents are advised to check them with the Kids Charitable Trust before sending their children on these tours. I am sure they're OK - I'm just covering my butt!
4th April: Inorganic Collection: Final day for booking Book here
March '10
Recycle Collection: 1st & 15th & 29th
WCC Piha Ranger Service operates 7 hours a day Sat, Sun and Public Holidays.
28th March Forest and BirdTupare Wetlands Field Trip All details HERE [22kb].doc27th March 8:30 - 9:30pm Earth Hour : This Saturday we are being encouraged to turn the lights off between 8:30 and 9:30 as Earth Hour begins. While you're in the dark think about whaty else you could do to make a healthier planet
27th & 28th March 10am - 4pm.
Waitakere artists are opening theirhome studios or joining in cluster groups for the 6th Annual OpenStudio Weekend. The public are invited to visit for FREE and: *meet local artists *see art in action *purchase local artwork*learn about the creative process.
A minibus tour is planned to selected studios.($15 per person - bookings recommended.)
A free map and brochure available from local galleries,libraries or phone 839 0400.
21st March 1 - 5pm: Free Concert with Waitakere Sounds @ Piha Domain.
Welcome to Waitakere Sounds 2010 and another summer of FREE music in a 'super city'! Proudly brought to you by Waitakere City Council
DJs! Thane Kirby kicks off with a George DJ competition winner at his side, before DJ T Rice with his funk-ridden soul beats. TV presenter turned party-rocking DJ Clarke Gayford hits the turntables, followed by veteran DJ Roger Perry taking it up a notch. Dick 'Magik' Johnson ends the day with his upbeat style - so be there when he drops his famous song 'Piha' as the sun sinks; epic! WCC - Waitakere Sounds on the Web
21st March 9am - 2pm: Garage Sale @ 32 Seaview Road (Piha Real Estate) Proceeds to Piha Community Library
20th Mar:Piha Cafe presents an evening of Jazz @ Piha SLSC:
Mike Morane, and Cat Tunks (Black Sand Diva) with the Tony Hopkins quartet - featuring Kevin Field, on keys; Kevin Haines, bass and Roger Mammins on Sax!
$10 koha, 7:30 to midnight
18th Mar12:30-2:30 Auckland Transition Agency's discussion: At Waitakere Community Resource Centre 8 Ratanui Street, Henderson (behind National Bank) Open invitation to all, stay for as long as it suits.
Come along to hear from Community Waitakere and Waitakere City Council about the Auckland Transition Agency's discussion document on the role of Local Boards - to keep you informed, and encourage discussion and support community organizations and individuals prepare their own feedback due 26th March also a briefing on the Local Government Commission?s paper due out on 11th March on the number of Boards. Tea & Coffee Provided
7th Mar:Community Consultation : The Future of Piha Beach and Dunes - Session Two Details here6th & 7th Mar: Hero Garden Tour and includes two Piha Gardens
Marco and Simon's garden at #50 Beach Valley Road and Bobbie and Julia's, Black Sands Garden, at #54 Beach Valley Road
both feature in the Hero Garden Tour this year. We're looking forward to showing off our mainly, native gardens.
NZ Police will have a Community Constable on our West Coast 21 December - 7th February
WCC Piha Ranger Service operates 7 hours a day Sat, Sun and Public Holidays & 6 hours a day Mon - Friday.
27th & 28th Feb: CANCELLED Roaring 40's surf competition - Previous Roaring 40's27th Feb: Thundercats return to Piha Previous Thundercats in Piha20th Feb: Piha Big Wave Classic. (Aus crews join Kiwi crews in the big Wave supremacy title honours !) 20th Feb: Piha SLSC Toga Party19th & 20th Feb: Piha SLSC Road Block - Fundraiser. Do give generously please
19th Feb: NZ's PIHA Beach "Day Of Giants" Event. AUS vs NZ Big Wave test series. Have a look at Day of Giants on youtube HERE14th Feb: West Coast Gallery final day for " f " word entries See See details and entry forms HERE
7th February - Waitangi Day
January '10
Recycle Collection: 4th & 18th
Zeke Wolf
Exhibition at West Coast Gallery Piha 16th Jan - 14 Feb
NZ Police will have a Community Constable on our West Coast 21 December - 7th February
WCC Piha Ranger Service operates 7 hours a day Sat, Sun and Public Holidays & 6 hours a day Mon - Friday. NOTE: During the World Junior Surf Champs our Rangers will be on duty from 8am to 7pm.
Piha Yoga New Year Timetable: January 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9th 10:30-11:45 at Barnett Hall $12
Piha Cafe -Open every day
PIHA SLSC SUMMER HOURSThe Piha SLSC Bar and Restaurant will now open 7 days throughout summer from 5pm (kitchen from 5.30pm) with the following exception:21 January (private function, World Junior Surfing)Piha Bowling Club: Dining Open 6 nights a week. Closed on Mondays31st Jan: Piha Ratepayers & Residents AGM.
18 - 22nd Jan: Summer School at the Corban Estate Arts Centre. Details here28th Jan 7PM: Piha SLSC: As the sun sets on another great Piha event, wind down with El Gato Negro's funk'n'soul. . . COLD COIN KOHA27th Jan 8PM: Piha SLSC: With the great George Thomson, Detour West's classic rock will fire us all up for the finals. COLD COIN KOHA26th Jan 8pm : Piha SLSC: The film Bustin Down the Door will tell the story of early days of professional surfing . . . FREE25th Jan 7pm: Piha SLSC Double Trouble, featuring Bongo Billy - world famous in some dark corners of Auckland. . . GOLD COIN KOHA24th Jan: Piha SLSC Move Dudecruise, starring the Iron boys23rd Jan 8:30pm : Piha SLSC Black Sand Diva @ plus Soljah
A fundraiser for Wild Coast Boardriders.
$20 prepay and $25 on the door.
22nd Jan 7:30 : Piha SLSC Drew Bowden with his relaxing vibes GOLD COIN KOHA20 - 28th Jan: 2010 Quicksilver ISA World Junior Surfing Championships @ Piha Beach The event will begin on January 20 with the Parade of the Nations and the Sands of the World Ceremony with the competition starting on the 21st and ending on the 28th. 24 hour Liquor Ban in public place- DETAILS16th Jan 3pm: West Coast Gallery Zeke Wolf Exhibition 'Kakapo Dreaming' opening..... 15th Jan: Big Day Out As 2010 looms on the horizon like a sci-fi sequel it's time to announce what's confirmed for the next instalment of travelling mayhem known as the Big Day Out at Mt Smart Stadium in Penrose, Auckland. This time around we intend to deliver a monster series of shows designed to put a smile on your face. The biggest party in the world featuring what we believe is one of our strongest line-ups ever. Details on Big Day Out Why don't Piha folk use Piha Shuttle in and out to stay safe?11th Jan 4pm: The Hillary Trail - Official Opening @ North Piha 9th & 10th Jan 11am : Coca Cola Bands on the Beach @ Piha
This event has been moved to the Piha Domain.
Put on your jandals, crank up the barbie and slap on some sunscreen because Coca-Cola is bringing your favourite Kiwi bands back into town!
Let the good times roll at Piha Beach with the poster boys of NZ rock, Midnight Youth, and new-comers, Ivy Lies, on January 9 and chart-topping smooth-crooner, heart throb and all-round party boy, Dane Rumble, and Ivy Lies on January 10. With heaps of fun and games, the launch of the ZURF® (Cousin of the ever-popular and well-known ZORB® globe, the ZURF® is a large, inflatable, open ended cylinder which is maneuvered by people running inside it - all while in the water) and the Disruptiv guys utilizing their amazing graffiti skills with personalized body art tattoos for teens, this is a summer extravaganza that is not to be missed - all at the perfect summer location, the beach! The party starts at 11am each day with the best part being it's all on us, so just bring yourself, your mates and your sunscreen set! 9th Jan 12:30 pm : Piha Community Centre Society Inc AGM @ Barnett Hall9th Jan 7:30: VICE VERSA PARTY @ Piha Surf Club8th Jan 9:30 am: United versus Piha Bowls Day at the Piha Bowling Club, registration at 9:30am sharp. All are welcome, and it would be great to see you there.
December '09
Recycle Collection: th & th
NZ Police will have a Community Constable on our West Coast 21 December - 7th February
WCC Piha Ranger Service operates 7 hours a day Sat, Sun and Public Holidays.
Piha Cafe -Open every day except Xmas & Boxing Day: They are 'family days' says management.
West Coast Gallery Presents Dec - Jan Buchanan Strewe.
Piha Yoga Xmas Timetable: December 28, 29, 30 & 31st. 10:30-11:45 at Barnett Hall $12 (Melodie Batchelor)
PIHA SLSC SUMMER HOURS: The Piha SLSC Bar and Restaurant will now open 7 days throughout summer from 5pm (kitchen from 5.30pm) with the following exceptions:closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Eve & New Years Day
28th December - Piha SLSC fundraiser
$20 prepurchased or $25 on the door.
Bar open and specials all evening.
24th December 5:30 - 9pm: Christmas Carols at the Piha Cafe . . . .
everyone welcome
10th Dec 7pm: Everyone warmly invited to opening this saturday - Dean, Helga, Celeste and Rudi will be there
Painting, jewellery, sculpture, photography, body art
Talented Karekare family - will run through to 10 January.
10th Dec 7pm: WWF (World Wildlife Fund) Maui Dolphin Information Evening @ Piha SLSC
Hear about the work that WWF - New Zealand is doing to increase protection for this species, and share your knowledge and experiences around Maui dolphins.
9th Dec: Local Entertainers Open Mic Night Elevation Cafe Waiatarua elevationcafe.co.nz5th & 6th Dec: Rip Curl GromSearch - Event 2, Piha Beach, Auckland, SNZ Grom 4 Star5th Dec: Children's Christmas Gift making
At West Wave Recreation Centre, Alderman Drive, Henderson.Children can register to attend the morning session (9am - 11.30) or the afternoon session (12.30 - 3pm).Children must be accompanied by an adultMore details here
4th Dec: Piha Ratepayers & Residents Meeting2nd Dec 7pm:Surfing NZ Public Meeting @ Barnett Hall. Talk about their plans for the Junior Surfing Champs
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West Coast Gallery - Piha
14th Jan 10am: Surf Competition - Surf team competition (2 hours), featuring up to 3 five person teams each claiming a set number of waves to be judged and scored. 
West Coast Gallery | Piha
2nd Dec : National Jandal Day
5th November - Guy Fawkes @ Trusts Stadium Henderson
West Coast Gallery - Piha
20th Oct 7.30 pm: Meet the politicians : Economy and Ecology Kelston Community Centre What your local politicians think about our precious flora and fauna 
9 Oct: Waitakere City 11k fun run and half marathon
01 Oct 11 - 1pm. Council / Piha Community Day @ Piha Bowling Club 
17th Sep 11 - 2pm Beach Clean-up for 
10 / 11th Sep 9am - 8pm: Literary Weekend Going West Books and Writers Festival 2011 The highlight event of the Going West Books and Writers Festival 2011, this year's Going West Books and Writers Weekend evokes memories of Allen Curnow whose birth is celebrated this year; references our iconic literary publication Landfall, which has gone online; and wonders at our slender hold on this shaky isle in its vast southern oceans. 
20th August: Jess Hosking memorial service 
7th August 2pm: Piha Community Library Winter Series #2 at Piha Surf Club. 
6 August: Waterfront Auckland is holding a public open day.
Corban Estate Arts Centre : Children's July Holiday Classes 
16 July 5:30 - 7pm Disco @ Piha Bowling Club Celebrate the beginning of the school holidays with a disco for children and parents. The Club will supply popcorn, chips and baked goods so if you wish feel free to bring along your own food. The kitchen is also open. If you have your favourite disco music let Sheila know and she'll arrange it. Sheila 8128 104 or the Club 8128 845. Larry 8129 130
The Settlers Film Club offer a concessionary price of $7 for Piha Residents. All they have to do is book by e-mail or telephone OR on the night bring proof of address and they will get a $3 reduction on the ticket price. If a party of Piha People came along then the price reduction would more than cover the cost of fuel to Oratia and back.
10 Jun - 17 July TE TAUMATA EXHIBITION SERIES 2011 
25th June : A Charity Ball. Okahu, Tamaki Drive : Formal
19th June : Auckland Scholastics Tri-Series 2011 Surfing Champs The Auckland Regional Scholastic Series presented by Globe will take place on the 19th June at Piha, 3rd July at Maori Bay and 28th of August at Te Arai Beach on the East Coast. 
17th June 7:30 Glen Eden Playhouse This fifth annual "Concert for the Birds" features guest artists Jennifer Ward-Lealand, Iranian pianist Kamran Khodaverdian, tenor Greg Patel, and the Show West Singers, together with supporting artists. $25, $20 children $10 Proceeds from this event will be used to return threatened native bird species, including kokako, to the Ark in the Park. 
The West Coast Gallery, Piha Saturday 2 April 2011 to Sunday 1 May 2011. The West Coast Gallery hosts a visit from the Art Post Studio gals, bringing us an exciting group exhibition covering a variety of media from painting to ceramics. Seven artists - Louise Taylor, Kym Marsden, Leah Wilson, Eleanor Barker, Leonie Clapham, Marie McNeill and Nicky Hartley - have joined forces to convert the old Parau Post Office into a cutting edge art gallery, and are bringing their array of talents to Piha for one month only. 
30th April: Karekare Beach Races : Funds raised will benefit Karekare Surf Lifesaving Club and Lone Kauri School.
24th April: Telethon for Christchurch 
27th Mar 3pm: Piha Community Dog Show Piha Camp Ground: Bring your beloved mutt for a couple of hours fun, rosettes and prizes. 
17th Mar: St Patricks Day -
8th of March : New Zealand Census Night THE CENSUS HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE GOVERNMENT DUE TO CHRISTCHURCH EARTH QUAKE Every man, woman and child in New Zealand this night is required to fill out a census form. These statistics give a myriad of government, business and planners etc vital statistics. 
22 Jan to 20th Feb: Stefanie Kroeger 'Piha on Canvas'
29 Jan 11 - 3-11:30pm: THE ORATIA JUNGLE FESTIVAL HAS BEEN MOVED TO MONDAY 31ST - 2PM - The Oratia Jungle Festival Landsendt Subtropical Gardens, 108 Parker Road, Oratia, Waitakere:
22 January 2pm: Stefanie Kroeger returns to West Coast Gallery
9th Jan 12 noon: Coastal Clean-Up PIha, Anawhata & Karekare
24th Dec 6:30pm @ The Piha Cafe
2nd Dec 2pm: Pike River Coal Mine: National Service of Remembrance
Cement Sculpture Nov 20th - 12 Dec
Piha Craft Exchange Join us to learn new skills, share ideas and materials. We meet every second Wednesday at 
20th Nov: Piha Community Library Trust - Annual General Meeting 2:15 at the library
14th Nov: Jazz Mania Concert - The Trusts Stadium, Waitakere
Acknowledging Waitakere
25th Oct: Labour Monday Piha Preschool Market Day
24th Oct: Labour Sunday 10am - 4pm 
17th Oct 4pm: Waitakere City Orchestra presents their Spring Concert Conductor: Brigid Ursula Bisley, Soloists: Ryan Chen and Naomi Lee
10 - 12 Sep Going West Books and Writers Weekend Titirangi War Memorial Hall, 500 South Titirangi Rd, Titirangi, Waitakere, New Zealand
25 Sep 10am - 4pm 
19th Sep 2:30pm - Meet the Candidates - Barnett Hall, North Piha. Auckland Council Waitakere Ward & Waitakere Local Board Candidates: There will be an opportunity to ask candidates questions.
11 Sep 9pm to late: the North Harbour Swing Band - 18 piece! . . . with vocalists Mike Murane & Kate Hopkins. Tickets $30 from Piha Bowling Club. 
25th - 28th August: He Reo Aroha - Words of Love - at Going West 2010
22nd August 3pm: 
West Coast Gallery: July 8th to August 1st
Anna Coddington, Tama Waipara (photo), Awanui Reeder (Nesian Mystic), Maitreya, Ria Hall, Katera Maihi, Majic Paora and Mel Davis
11th June 8pm: Settlers Film Club, (Cert PG) Oratia. An intrepid record of modern-day piracy. Directed by Dan Stone to highlight moral as well as legal conflicts, this strikingly humane film may function as a prequel to Animal Planet's 'Whale Wars' but i slight years ahead in visual clarity and narrative ambition'" 
This year's theme is ART SPEAKS MANY LANGUAGES giving children the opportunity to communicate and express 
A film about art teacher Robin Child: 
27th & 28th March 10am - 4pm.
Welcome to Waitakere Sounds 2010 and another summer of FREE music in a 'super city'! Proudly brought to you by Waitakere City Council
Marco and Simon's garden at #50 Beach Valley Road and Bobbie and Julia's, Black Sands Garden, at #54 Beach Valley Road 
Gather at 
Zeke Wolf 
28th December - Piha SLSC fundraiser 
10th Dec 7pm: Everyone warmly invited to opening this saturday - Dean, Helga, Celeste and Rudi will be there
4th Dec:Surf Life Saving NZ