POETS@ONEONESIX is next on March 25. 116a Bank Street Whangarei starting at 5.30pm Check out this latest edition of Live Encounters Aotearoa edition https://liveencounters.net/.../live-encounters-aotearoa.../ www.pietnieuwland.com Stay tuned to more of Beagles favourite local events here
Quarry Ceramics Awards 2026 Awards & Opening night: Friday 10th April 2026, 5pm, Yvonne Rust Gallery Exhibition open: 10th April - 2nd May 2026Open Hours - Mon - Sat 9.30am - 4.30pm A Quick History of the Quarry Ceramics Awards Ceramics awards have been part of Northlandâs art scene for over 20 years. For the […]
Shayne P Carter, subject of last yearâs five star documentary Life In One Chord, completes an Australasian solo tour with a series of regional shows through the North Island in late March early April. Saturday May 2nd, 2026 @ The Woodshed - Doors open 7pm The tour mirrors last yearâs highly successful South Island tour […]
The international guitar sensation brings his groundbreaking stage show to New Zealand shores for the very first time! Date:May 14th Time:7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Entry:From $43 + booking fee Seated Concert FAMILY FRIENDLY with $20 tickets for under 18s Hailed as âthe future of guitarâ (Total Guitar), Misko is a globally renowned virtuoso known for his […]
WhangÄrei band Otium return to the stage to celebrate the release of their brand new single Glide. Known for their dynamic live shows and genre-crossing sound, Otium move effortlessly from pop-funk bangers like Curious to gritty alt-rock anthems like Dollar For The Man. No strangers to the road, the band have built a strong reputation […]
Join us in the Yvonne Rust Gallery to celebrate the opening of Touchstones exhibition; a collection of ceramic arts by a collective of local women artists. Touchstones explores how creativity persists amid the distractions of daily life, particularly the invisible labour and mental load often carried by women. Each piece acts as a touchstone: evidence […]
This Time Tomorrow is a four-piece teen pop-rock/punk band made up of a drummer, lead guitarist, bassist, and singer. The lead guitarist and drummer are brothers, who first teamed up with their bassist while homeschooling. Later, after starting school, the brothers met the singerâand the band officially came together. Although still new to performing, the […]
SAT 16 MAY | 10AM - 2PM Explore the Quarry Arts Centre and Te Kowhai Print Trust; - Print Your Own Money studentâs Print Market & open studio- Free art activities at the Quarry- Open studios at the Quarry Arts Centre- Amberâs Kitchen Café â Funk n Coffee music (10:30am â 1:30pm) Free event - […]
Yes! its on again  and it will be on again and again! we need need beats and coffee WhangÄrei! This round will be in conjunction with The Quarry Art Studio Open Day  So come along support all the goodness of of good things! Live Beats + Turning Point Coffee+ Mean & Proper Local Food! 27 Selwyn […]
Experience the foot-stomping energy of multi-instrumentalist Graeme James as he brings his one-man-band show to WhangÄrei's iconic ONEONESIX! Armed with electric violin, guitar, banjo, bass, piano, baritone ukulele, mandolin, harmonica, and percussion, Graeme builds epic, full-band soundscapes live on stageâlayer by layerâcreating a loop-driven folk sound bursting with rhythm, melody, and joy. From his beginnings […]
Big Door Teaching & Recording Studios, 72 Cameron Street, WhangÄrei 0110, WhangÄrei Friday 22 May 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm FREE ADMISSION Ever wondered what actually happens between the microphone and the speakers? Studio Basics is a practical introduction to the foundations of recording and live sound, designed for musicians, aspiring producers, and anyone curious about how […]
An evening of fun and fundraising with local band Mermaid Bait, DJ Littleman Big and special guest Whangarei Labour candidate Gary Payinda. A warm invite to healthcare workers, teachers, cleaners, security staff, fire fighters, ambos, social workers, IT workers, conservation workers, friends, family and supporters - Gary is keen to throw a party! Come along […]
Rockshop Whangarei, 12 John Street, WhangÄrei 0110, WhangÄrei Wednesday 27 May 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm FREE ADMISSION | SPACES LIMITED Curious about DJing? Wanna up your game? First Spin provides accessible insight to the art of DJing. Led by Juliana Botero, this hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the tools and techniques DJs use to build […]
Rockshop Whangarei, 12 John Street, WhangÄrei 0110, WhangÄrei Friday 29 May 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm FREE ADMISSION | SPACES LMITED How do you take a well-known song and transform it into something unmistakably *you*? Drawing from over a decade of experience across diverse musical settings and genres, Maggie Cocco guides singers and musicians through the process […]
To celebrate the end of Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa - New Zealand Music Month and round off our innaugral live-to-air series, Beagle Radio 88.1FM is putting on a special fundraising gig, and youâre invited! Join us for Beagle Radioâs NZ Music Month Wrap-Party & Fundraiser, live from The Woodshed Whangarei on Saturday 30th May. […]
New music hitting all platforms in May. We're going to rock out 116 to celebrate. Sick lineup of local bands. Blind Eyes are a hugely talented young band who always impress, think Sublime with a twist of funk. Indecent Exposure play hard and fast with attitude, just how we like it! This Time Tomorrow are […]
Join Kara, a local musician, for a fun morning of childrenâs songs and nursery rhymes on Saturday, 13 June at 116. Formerly a performer in bars and restaurants, she now delights young audiences with nursery rhymes and songs inspired by her new role as a mum. Donât miss this enchanting event! Sat 13 Jun […]
Join us as we come together to honour the rising of Puanga and welcome the beginning of the Puanga Matariki Festival for the WhangÄrei District. Monday, 15 June 2026 | 06:30 AM to 08:30 AM Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, WhangÄrei This is a time for remembrance, reflection, and renewal, as we gather […]
Celebrate the MÄori New Year with a month-long programme of creativity, culture, and community at the Town Basin. From 15 June to 17 July 2026, join us in honouring the […]
Puanga on a Plate is a vibrant food festival celebrating Puanga Matariki with a delicious twist. Local eateries showcase their creativity by crafting dishes that resonate with the Puanga Matariki […]
Lighting up Lover's Lane every night of the festival! Discover the Puanga Matariki constellation of whetÅ«, created by the community and projected onto the exterior wall of the WhangÄrei Central Library on Lovers Lane, Te Ara HÄ«koi ki Kauika, Rust Avenue. Selected designs from the WhakamÄnawa â Design a WhetÅ« (Star) project will be shining […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 17 June, 5.30 to 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Many thanks to all those poets who submitted to Fast Fibres Poetry 13. Its looking to be another really great issue.
Join us for two inspiring drop-in art workshops this Matariki. Step into a relaxed, welcoming space where you can explore your creativity, reflect on what's meaningful, and connect with others in your community. Whether you're honouring memories of the past or dreaming about the future, these workshops offer a chance to express your story through […]
This free community event honours loved ones who have passed since the last rising of Matariki star cluster, signaling the MÄori New Year. WhÄnau are welcome to send pictures of their loved ones to be included in the presentation, which will also be available on our Facebook page to view anytime. Our guest speakers will […]
WhangÄrei artists Simon Shepheard's anticipated opening. Event opening: Friday 19th June, 5:30-late Exhibition on until 5th July, open daily at 130 Cameron Street, Whangarei 10AM-6PM.
Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark. Learn how Tiakina WhangÄrei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems. You may see: glow worms kauri snails (including glow-in-the-dark snails) cave wÄtÄ tuna (eels) and kÅkopu fish A short quiz and giveaways will take place at […]
Join us for the Quarry Arts annual Manawa Matariki Community Woodfiring!Under the Matariki stars the community comes together and fires our biggest wood-fired kiln. Open to clay artists of all levels by registration! Registration Fee: $60 pp - 1 shelf or $40 pp - 1/2 shelf (44 Full Shelves or 88 Half Shelves available) Includes […]
yeah. thats right! we coffee.. you funk! Come on over to Amber's Kitchen@ The Quarry Arts Center21 Selwyn Ave! Have a Turning Point Coffee, some bangin Toasties and join us with Corban Dallas and our resident DJs with some funk'n tunes. kick ya Saturday off right is all were sayin! 3rd Saturday of the month!! […]
Celebrate Kotahitanga through a powerful collection of local and MÄori artworks. Add your thread this Puanga Matariki and be part of a shared vision for unity, community, and connection. An inspired collection of local and MÄori artworks focused on the theme of Kotahitanga. We come from different whakapapa, different journeys, and different ways of knowing […]
Matariki is a powerful celebration grounded in the astronomical knowledge of our tÅ«puna, who looked to the dawn sky to mark the turning of the seasons and prepare for winter. Step inside our immersive planetarium and experience this story brought vividly to life beneath a perfect night sky - free from clouds and cold mornings. […]
New night alert Join us for our new regular femme dj night. Deep and Tech house music all night with local DJ's:Lady MezNatsKirsty Hargreavesand special guest STAZZA STAZZA opens the dancefloor at 8pm. Early entry is free and we will have cocktail specials all night at the bar.
Navigating Slowly showcases eight works by Aotearoa artists created between 2017 - 2023, exploring themes of whenua, whakapapa, and our changing ecological world. Featured artists include Sione Faletau Jeremy Leatinu'u Janine Randerson James Tapsell-Kururangi Nat Tozer Noel Meek Jake KÄ«anÅ Skinner Sriwhana Spong Ana Iti (currently on display in the gallery) Curated by Noel Meek […]
Nau mai, haere mai ki Whangaruru. Join us as we come together to celebrate Matariki with a shared hÄngÄ«, a special kapa haka performance by our local tamariki, and time to reflect, connect and look ahead as a community. After a challenging year, this gathering offers a meaningful opportunity to acknowledge the strength and resilience […]
 Monday June 22nd 2026 at 6.00-7.30pm at the The Judge House of Ale, Walton Street Whangarei Join us for a short sharp literary celebration on the shortest day of the year! Hosted by Sue Barker and Deb Jowitt Flash and poetry readings Prizes announced Food and drink available to purchase Door prize Judge House of […]
Join us for a special wÄnanga with Rereata Makiha (NgÄpuhi/Te Arawa/RangitÄne), a respected leader in Te Ao MÄori and renowned expert in the maramataka (MÄori lunar calendar). Wed 24 Jun 2026, 6:00pmâ8:00pm Semenoff Stadium, Level 2 Lounge, 51 Okara Drive, WhangÄrei This inspiring session will focus on rangatahi and their aspirations for the future, guided […]
A space for the mana of wÄhine to come alive through whakapapa, storytelling and lived experiences. Meet Janet Hetaraka, Dr Maia Hetaraka, Aorangi Hetaraka, Kahikatea and KÅkÅwai â an extraordinary lineage of educationalists, writers, and political thinkers from one whÄnau, sharing their knowledge and perspectives. Accessibility information:Â mobility parking, wheelchair access, accessible toilets. When Thursday, 02 […]
Join us for two inspiring drop-in art workshops this Matariki. Step into a relaxed, welcoming space where you can explore your creativity, reflect on what's meaningful, and connect with others in your community. Whether you're honouring memories of the past or dreaming about the future, these workshops offer a chance to express your story through […]
Are Germans made of beer and pretzels? Do all Brazilians love to dance and feast at midnight? Does every Indian speak Hindi and a regional language? Curious? Step into the Library of Cultures. A lively, welcoming space where you can meet people from around the world, right here in WhangÄrei. Pull up a chair and […]
Exhibition Opening - 'Across The Ditch' Come along to the opening of a unique trans-Tasman printmaking collaboration. The exhibition is featuring fifteen artists from Te Kowhai Print Trust and fifteen from Australiaâs Black Gully Printmakers exchanged and developed each otherâs prints, creating works shaped by experimentation, dialogue, and shared creativity. Each artwork is the result […]
Group exhibition and installation to celebrate Matariki Puanga. Live performance by the musical trio Gnomon, with the esteemed poet Piet Nieuwland on the preview evening. Exhibition dates 27th June - 31st July Hangar Art and Framing 14 Cross St, Whangarei, New Zealand 0112
Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark. Learn how Tiakina WhangÄrei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems. You may see: glow worms kauri snails (including glow-in-the-dark snails) cave wÄtÄ tuna (eels) and kÅkopu fish A short quiz and giveaways will take place at […]
Thrifted Market â a curated market celebrating quality pre-loved clothing, collectibles, vintage finds, retro treasures, antiques, homewares, books, vinyl, art, and all those unique second-hand gems that deserve a new home. What Thrifted Market isn't: a garage sale, clearance sale, or your average second-hand market. We're creating a market filled with carefully selected stalls offering […]
Raranga with Chrissy Anderson Event date:Â Saturday, 27 June 2026 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM This two-day wÄnanga, led by local kairaranga Chrissy Anderson, will provide the participants with technical skills, resources, and space to create kÅnae or pÄro. Spaces limited, so get in touch to reserve your spot. Accessibility information:Â wheelchair access, accessible toilets, hearing […]
Come along and enjoy a vibrant market filled with arts and crafts, delicious food, and fun for the whole whÄnau. This community-led event is a time to come together, reflect, and celebrate: Honouring the Past Celebrating the Present Looking to the Future Support local artists, makers, and small businesses while enjoying a relaxed day out […]
Free MÄori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (NgÄti Kahungunu, NgÄpuhi, NgÄti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open to all. Please register your interest on the website or via email: Online: NZSL Club Trust (nzsl.club) Email: kiaora@nzsl.club Accessibility information: wheelchair access, sign language. Tutor and organisers include […]
This rÅpÅ« meets every Tuesday in Te PuawÄnanga at the WhangÄrei Central Library. To celebrate Puanga Matariki, members will present a special exhibition featuring one of their woven works. Accessibility information: wheelchair access, accessible toilets, hearing loop, accessible parking. When Tuesday, 30 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM Location Te Puawananga WhangÄrei Central Library, […]
Returning for his 6th New Zealand tour from Western Australia, catch Ben Catleyâs mesmerising guitar show live in WhangÄrei at ONEONESIX! With virtuoso acoustic guitar playing, big bluesy vocals and an ecstatic stage presence, Ben pours every ounce of his soul into his live show. Having toured all across Aus, NZ & the UK many […]
Honouring the past, celebrating the present, looking to the future. Join us at Reyburn House Art Studio for a creative and welcoming Puanga Matariki experience. This community-led wÄnanga invites you to explore what Matariki means to you through art, culture and connection. Whether you're experienced or just keen to give it a go, everyone is […]
Join us for some quiet, cosy crafting as we hand stitch together, and create a communal banner for the WhangÄrei Central Library honouring the whetÅ« (stars) of Puanga Matariki. Accessibility information: wheelchair access, accessible toilets, hearing loop, accessible parking. When Thursday, 25 June 2026 | 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM Thursday, 02 July 2026 | 01:00 […]
Come through to Te WÄnanga o Aotearoa and experience what our key speakers have learned throughout their te reo journey. Listen to their knowledge and perspective on the MÄori worldview. A campus tour will be available from 5:00pm for those who wish to arrive early. Agenda: 5:00pm: Campus tour (optional) 6:00pm: Speakers begin kÅrero 7:30pm […]