Accommodation and news in Waipu, Bream Bay, Marsden Cove, Northland, New Zealand

Classics at the Cove 2012

Dave Brown is once again hosting this event on his Waipu Cove property on 21 January.  Bring a picnic and enjoy a lazy summer afternoon.

Set in Dave’s park like grounds overlooking the sea, Classics at the Cove will appeal to easy listening music fans, but don’t be fooled by the word ‘classic’.  It covers classic rock, classic country, classic folk and more.

Local group Whiskey Business will be launching their new album One Foot in the Groove.

21 January 12-6pm 566 Cove Rd  $20 kids under 14 free
Gate sales only

The setting for Classics at the Cove

Spring Dance Party

Waipu Radio DanceFriends of Radio Waves of Waipu  105.6FM are hosting a radio dance party to welcome Spring

Fancy Dress Rock Star
Spring Dance Party
8pm 3rd Sept, Waipu Coronation Hall

Tickets $20 available at Hammer Hardware, loads of Dj’s, finger food and a courtesy van.

More info: Peter Grant Photography  pg@pgpix.com 021 686820   09 432 1710

Sweet Sunday Ukulele Jam

Its the long weekend, its winter – a great chance for a cruisy Sunday afternoon of music

At  Y-NOT Restaurant in Waipu  Sunday JUNE 5 FROM 2PM

Bring your ukulele and songs to play plus printed music for sing or play alongs.

Groups, Individuals, adults and children welcome

Book in with proprietors Stormie and Mark at (09) 432 0633

No entry fee, but bring some cash for drinks and indulging in Stormie’s Sunday Sweets

Ukulele Questions to Sandra Bogart (09) 432-0115 or email seawaipu@gmail.com

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

Accommodation and news in Waipu, Bream Bay, Marsden Cove, Northland, New Zealand