Heritage Day One
Friday 14 |
| 1.00pm - 3.00pm |
Kids Asphalt Art Competition |
Outside The Warehouse - great prizes for the most creative. |
| 9.00pm |
Celebrations Grand Opening - Dunedin Sinfonia with guest
artist- Alexa Still |
Oamaru Opera House. Great evening for the entire family.
Featuring especially for the children - Mozart's famous Toy Symphony -
tickets available at the Brydone Hotel. |
| 10.15pm |
Moonlight Promenade |
Oamaru's historic precinct by the moonlight. Join in directly
from the Opera house steps - tickets available - Brydone Hotel and Oamaru
Visitor Information Centre. |
| 11.00pm |
Harbour Flare-up |
Forget fireworks, here's the real thing! Real flares to
light up the night sky and herald in the beginning of the Celebrations.
A must for the kids. |
Heritage Day Two
Saturday 15 |
| 11.00am |
Heritage Cricket Players Eleven |
King George Park. Combined Waitaki District team pitch
against an invitation NZ Cricket Team. Entertainment, barbecues and great
spot prizes. |
| 1.00pm |
Heritage Treasure Hunt |
During the cricket at King George Park- great prizes for
the kids. |
| 3.00pm |
Soapbox Speedsters |
Lower end of Tyne Street hill. All age groups welcome.
Entry forms from the Visitor Information Centre. |
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That
Dam Run |
All day - Kurow. One of New Zealand's greatest running
events. |
| 7.30pm till late |
Kiwiana Beer Hall |
Music, laughs and good ales - more fun than a weta in your
swani - get on down to the totally kiwi-fied 'Flight 33' night club |
| 8.00pm |
An Irish Extravaganza |
An evening with 'Shiner' great Irish music, Irish beers,
& giveaways Annie Flanagan's Irish bar. |
Heritage Day Six
Wednesday 19 |
| all day |
Day two of the 133rd A & P
Show |
Take a gamble, all new 'Calf Bingo' - laugh your way to
winnings! |
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Penny
Farthing Tour lunches at Omarama & stays the night at Kurow |
Check for up-dates of penny farthings arriving in your
area. |
| 7.00pm |
Up Country Madness |
Countrytime Resort Hotel in Omarama, host to some of the
craziest local events ever seen - be there! |
| 7.00pm |
Heritage Sports Hero's - Oamaru Club - first half |
A fun night out for all -learn of the sporting (and maybe
not so sporting?) exploits of our local hero's - watch the papers for details. |
Heritage Day Seven
Thursday 20 |
| 12.00 noon |
Chinese Market Day and Calligraphy Demonstration |
opposite the Council Building on Thames Street. Purchase
direct from the people who have made the Waitaki District famous for fresh
produce in New Zealand |
| 12.00 - 1.30pm |
Organ Recitals - St Paul's Church |
Organ recital's especially for the Heritage Celebrations |
| 3.00pm |
Dame Catherine Tizard - afternoon luncheon at Rendell
on Reed |
Rendell on Reed, luncheon host to Dame Catherine Tizard,
all welcome. |
| Approximately 4.00pm |
Penny
Farthing Tour Arrives in Oamaru |
They have just finished cycling all the way from Mount
Cook - lots of noisy support wanted for the arrival from the North end. |
| 7.00pm |
Heritage Sports Hero's - The Last Post - second half |
No time for the orange's here's the second half of the
hilarious Heritage Sports Hero's evening. |
| 6.00 & 8.00pm screenings |
Film Festival  |
Opening night of the celebratory film festival. Latest
releases and classics. Bookings at the Opera House. |
Heritage Day Eight
Friday 21 |
| 12.30pm |
Penny Farthing Downtown Sprints |
High speed. Races start from the Council building on Thames
Street - look for the action. |
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HMNZS Moa arrives into Oamaru Harbour |
A chance to see a 27 metre long, 91 tonne 'moa' on water.
Tours available all weekend. |
| 12.00 - 1.30pm |
Organ Recitals - St Paul's Church |
Organ recital's especially for the Celebrations |
| 6.30pm |
Back To School Cycle Tour |
Dig out your old uniforms & bikes. Join the hugely
funny antics at The Last Post. Entry forms - Visitor Information Centre's
and Troon's Superette. |
| 6.00 & 8.00pm screenings |
Film Festival |
New releases and classics. Bookings at the newly renovated
Opera House. |
| 8.00pm |
An Audience With Gary McCormick |
The historic Scottish Hall - Tyne St. Wonderfully entertaining
evening of local acts and guest speaker - Gary McCormick - tickets available,
Visitor Information Centre. |
| 9.30 |
Moonlight Promenade |
Directly from the Scottish Hall. A fascinating step back
into yesteryear, tickets available at the Visitor Information Centre. |
Heritage Day Nine
Saturday 22 |
| 9.00am - all day |
Victorian Fete - Harbour Tyne
Streets |
The annual and wonderfully authentic Victorian Fete for
all the family to enjoy. Huge line-up of events. |
| 10.00 - 4.00pm |
Open Day - Saint Lukes Church |
Climb the tower to over look the town - free tea and coffee
- free organ recitals. |
| 10.00 - all day |
Youth Camping Expo - Wilsons Sports Tent City |
Bring the whole family. View all that's new and exciting
in camping this summer - Takaro Park. |
| 11.00am |
Pukaki to Oamaru Cavalcade arrives |
All the way from Pukaki, especially for the Celebrations
- Incredible, over 50 riders and wagons. Thames Street, beginning from
the intersection of Thames and Itchen Streets |
| All day |
Open Day - Early Settlers Hall |
Discover how our predecessors lived and made this into
the land we know today. |
| All day |
Historic Coastal Defense Complex Tours |
Catch a ride in genuine restored army vehicles from the
wharf after touring the HMNZS Moa view - view the old gun emplacements
and military memorabilia. |
| 8.00pm |
Oamaru Repertory Theatre Performance Opening Night - |
The Oamaru Repertory Theatre Group in Itchen St. Traditional,
hilarious reporatory theatre - great for all the family. |
| 7.30pm |
Country Hoedown |
The Pog'n'Scroggin Bush Band - Badminton Hall, Tyne Street
- look for ticket sales in local outlets or contact the Badminton Club
direct. |
| 7.50pm |
Book Launch - Janet
Frame's Kingdom by the Sea
Author:Sheila Leaver-Cooper Photographer:Ian Smith |
The official celebrations book launch. A fine evening -
includes wine tasting in the Moeraki Room - Brydone Hotel. Tickets from
the Brydone Hotel. |
| 6.00 & 8.00pm screenings |
Film Festival |
New releases and classics. Bookings at the newly renovated
Opera House. |
Heritage Day Ten
Sunday 23 |
| 10.00am |
Tyne Street Grunter |
Penny Farthing contestants pit their might against the
hill- furthest up the incline of Tyne Street wins! |
| 10.00am |
Harbour Street Market |
Fresh produce, home made crafts, antiques and lots more. |
| 11.00am |
Cycle Fun Ride |
Family, bike ride with the Penny Farthings from Tyne St
for a bike ride around town - finishes at Takaro Park. |
| 11.00am |
Janet
Frame Heritage Trail - Guided Tours |
Visit the real life sites from Janet Frame's writing -
1.5 hr tour. |
| All day |
Historic Coastal Defense Complex Tours |
Catch a ride in genuine restored army vehicles from the
wharf after touring the HMNZS Moa view - view the old gun emplacements
and military memorabilia. |
| 11.30 |
Services Display - Takaro Park |
Takaro Park - Police, Fire and Ambulance teams combine
to demonstrate their skills. |
| 3.30pm |
Inter-denominational Church Service |
All denominations join for praise and thanksgiving at the
Catholic Basilica are welcome. |
| 4.00pm |
Oamaru Repertory Theatre Performance - Matinee |
The Oamaru Repertory Theatre Group, Itchen St. Traditional,
hilarious repertory theatre. |
| 5.30pm |
Victorian High Tea & Evening Soiree |
Held at Burnside Homestead - a taste of real Victoriana.
For bookings - phone Burnside Homestead 432 4194 |
| 6.00 & 8.00pm screenings |
Film Festival |
New releases and classics. Bookings at the newly renovated
Opera House. Until 26th |
'Must's' on the Celebrations to see, hear and
do
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| Week days during the celebrations, 2.00 - 5.00pm |
Victorian Home at Work - Burnside Homestead |
Experience a truly authentic Victorian home at work. Adults
$4, children $2. Phone 432 4194 for bookings. |
| Each day - 6.00pm |
Guided
Walks - Janet Frame Heritage Trail |
Visit the real life sites from Janet Frame's writing -
1.5 hr tour. |
| Exhibition - daily - 1.00 - 4.00pm |
North Otago Art Society |
Exhibition in conjunction with the celebrations. All welcome
to the old Customs House on Tyne Street. |
| Daily Heritage Tours |
Local Bus Tour - 1946 Bedford Bus |
Tour the historic sites of Oamaru onboard an original 1946
Bedford. |
| Heritage Radio - daily |
Radio Waitaki |
Listen to Radio Waitaki for daily historical events and
interest items and plays. |
| Daily |
North Otago Embroiders Guild |
Embroidering and display of embroidery work at the library. |
| Daily |
Moeraki Fishing Trips |
Especially for the celebrations - 3 hr cruise from Moeraki,
get together with friends for a great day out fishing. Have your catch
prepared and cooked for you at the Moeraki Boulders Restaurant. Excellent
value! phone 025 222 4867 for bookings. |
| Daily 10.00 - evening |
Extended Shopping Opening Hours |
Enjoy your shopping in the Woolstore Complex, Tyne Street,
Historic Precinct. Cafe, gifts, souvenirs and motor museum. On Sunday the
Market Promenade on the second floor offers specialty shops, studios, boutiques
and street theatre entertainment. |
| Daily 10.00 - evening |
Corner Collectables |
Corner of Tyne and Itchen Streets. An emporium of antiques
and irresistible memorabilia, a must to visit. |
Competitions
Entry forms for all competitions at the Visitor Information Centres
in Oamaru, Kurow and Omarama - get them NOW! |
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Soapbox Derby |
Hey kids, build your carts now for the big race day - read
this programme for details. |
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Sand Castle Building |
Get your designs together now Friendly Bay Day. |
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Harbour Raft Race |
This is a must! Teams of four pitch together. Homemade
rafts of any description - Friendly Bay Day. |
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Unfindable Objects and Inventions |
For kids of all ages. Design and build your crazy invention
- create history. Winning entries get pride of place in the Forrester Gallery
during the Celebrations. See your local paper and Information Centres for
details. |
