Nairobi Trio plays Tara Lodge Mangawhai

Last weekend we spend a great afternoon at Tara Lodge in Mangawhai listening to the Nairobi Trio.  What a great way to spend an afternoon – lazing on the grass in the sun with a picnic.  Watch out for their programme of events next summer.  Last one of this summer is the Great Gatsby Garden Party 21 March 2010. Read more

Tara Lodge hosts the Kaipara Music Festival

9 January was brilliant weather, so Liz and I headed to Mangawhai for the Kaipara Music Festival at Tara Lodge. What a fabulous venue – picnic rugs spread out, all ages, Lochiel wines on sale – it iss based on a winning formula – a musical feast of performers to entertain, while you relax with a picnic feast of goodies.

Musicians included: (photos below!) Read more