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RURAL & AGRIBUSINESS

NAPIER, HASTINGS & HAVELOCK NORTH

GWAVAS

TIKOKINO

ARGYLL EAST

ELSTHORPE

OTANE

PATANGATA

KAIRAKAU BEACH

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ONGAONGA

WAIPAWA 9

MANGAKURI BEACH

13 14

WAIPUKURAU

19 17 18

20 21

25 23

POURERERE BEACH

ARAMOANA BEACH

TAKAPAU 26

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BLACKHEAD BEACH

NORSEWOOD

WALLINGFORD

DANNEVIRKE

TE PAERAHI BEACH

PORANGAHAU 36

Longest Place Name: 34 ‘Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu’

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PLACES OF INTEREST 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Gwavas Gardens Homestead Otane Market - Open Sundays Artmosphere Gallery OngaOnga Historic Museum, Tearooms & General Store OngaOnga Golf Club CHB Municipal Theatre CHB Settlers Museum Nelly Jull Park Playground & Toilet Waipawa Swimming Pool

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Waipawa Skate Park Waipawa Golf Club Inglis Bush A’deane’s Bush Backpaddock Lakes Waipukurau Golf Club Lindsay Bush Reserve Electra Art Gallery Adeane Park Play Ground & Toilets

Duke of Edinburgh Proudly supports The locals of Porangahau

* Accommodation * Restaurant & Dining Duke of Edinburgh Hotel, Porangahau “in the heart of Hawke’s Bay”

(06) 855 5266

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19 AW Parsons Stadium, Indoor Heated Pool & Fitness Centre 20 Mountain Bike Park 21 Monktons Bush 22 Woburn Homestead 23 Takapau Arts Centre 24 Oruawharo Homestead 25 Takapau Golf Course 26 Kintail Honey 27 Norsewood Golf Club

A family picking daffodils at Taniwha

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28 Ranui Farm Park 29 Aramoana Historic Woolshed 30 Te Angi Angi Marine Reserve 31 Wallingford Homestead 32 Chapelwick Homestead 33 Porangahau Country Club 34 Longest Place Name 35 McLeans Bush Walk 36 Dannevirke Golf Course

Welcome to The Spring Fling 2017

he Spring Fling is a series of standout events that capture the essence of springtime in Central Hawke’s Bay. Every weekend of September and October you’ll ﬁnd a diverse range of events that showcase the region, from homesteads and horse treks, to daffodils, culture, cycling and much more. With over 30 events, whether you are entertaining little ones, friends, visitors or family there’s something for everyone. This year we are working with the team at Colliers Rural and Agribusiness to bring you The Spring Fling. With an ofﬁce in Waipukurau, the team are immersed in the local rural community, passionate about Central Hawke’s Bay and are great

advocates of what the region can offer residents and tourists alike. Colliers Rural and Agribusiness look forward to hosting you at the many fantastic events offered within the Spring Fling programme, while showcasing our great little corner of the country to visitors. Central FM’s Blooming Deals will also be back again for 2017. Blooming Deals are your chance to get your hands on some hot offers this September and October from Central Hawke’s Bay businesses and attractions. Tune into Central FM for all the best deals this Spring. Check out all the events and book your tickets at www.thespringﬂing.co.nz

C olliers Hawke’s Bay

Colliers Rural and Agribusiness Proudly supporting Central Hawke’s Bay and sponsoring the Spring Fling

Colliers Central Hawke’s Bay

P. 06 855 6491 Level 1, 125 Ruataniwha Street, Waipukurau colliers.co.nz

Hadley Brown 027 442 3539

James Parsons 027 490 0099

CRHB Limited, Licensed under the REAA 2008

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Spring Hurrah

Taniwha Daffodil Display

Artmosphere Gallery, Waipawa

Taniwha Daffodils, Waipukurau

Friday 1 Sept, 6pm – 10pm

1– 30 Sept (season dependent)

Grab a glass of ﬁzz and join us as we launch Spring with ﬂair at Artmosphere Gallery, Waipawa. The night will include a glass of bubbles or still wine upon arrival, a continuous supper, cash bar and entertainment.

Tickets from $30* * Booking fees may apply

Open every day of September between 8am – 5pm, drive through the gates, collect a bucket and wander around 20 acres of trees, ponds and daffodils. Grab a coffee from the Coffee Shed and pick your own bunch of 30 stems for $5 with proceeds going to Plunket.

Free entry, $5 per 30 stems

New Beginnings Spring Exhibition Artmosphere Gallery, Waipawa 1 Sept – 31 Oct

Artmosphere Gallery and Sculpture Garden hosts a stunning Spring exhibition ‘New Beginnings’ throughout September and October. New Beginnings will

feature artists from all over New Zealand across many disciplines. Entry is free and the gallery is open every day between 10am – 5pm. Free entry

Patangata Tavern

Take a drive today & enjoy the beautiful Tuki Tuki Valley!

Great food & service Relaxed country surrounds

Tuesday – Sunday 11am until late 1204 Elsthorpe Road, Hastings (only 25 mins down Middle Road)

Phone: (06) 856 8030 www.patangatatavern.co.nz 4

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High Tea & History

helloworld Wearable Creations

Oruawharo Homestead, Takapau

Central Hawke’s Bay Municipal Theatre 2 Sept - 2pm & 7pm

Take in a sumptuous high tea with a delicious selection of treats accompanied by your choice of Oruawharo’s own extensive tea and coffee collection, then wander the homestead and explore its rich history, antiques and art collection.

The 4th annual helloworld Wearable Creations is an extravaganza of creative talent from local and national designers. This year’s theme is “Movie Magic” so will give designers plenty of scope with titles and characters from movies past up to the present.

Tickets from $22* *booking fees may apply

Tickets from 15* *booking fees may apply

2 & 3 Sept

Central Hawke’s Bay – The Festival Pukeora Estate, Waipukurau 7 – 10 Sept

‘Central Hawke’s Bay, The Festival’, is a four-day hill top celebration with over 100 quality craft

stalls, art, wine tasting and gourmet foods. This year’s Festival includes an itinerary of Q&A’s and demonstrations. Check out

the website for all the details thefestival.org.nz. Tickets $10* Anytime Pass *booking fees may apply

For more information go to:

www.chbdc.govt.nz Spring Fling 2017

Dusk in the Daffodils

Hatuma Lime Half Marathon

Taniwha Daffodils, Waipukurau

Waipukurau Racecourse, Waipukurau

15 Sept 5pm – 9pm

17 Sept

Take in the magic again or be spellbound for the very ﬁrst time and spend an enchanting few hours at Taniwha. When the light fades you will be treated to a stunning light installation, live music, mulled wine, wine tastings, food and drink stalls. Daffodils sales while the light permits.

Tickets from $10* *booking fees may apply

The Hatuma Lime Half Marathon boasts a scenic country backdrop for an event which has been running for over 30 years. Walk or run the picturesque course, completing the 21.1km half marathon distance or the shorter 10km option as an individual or as part of a relay team.

Team Registration $30, Individual Entry $15 Register at www.sportchb.co.nz

Gwavas Garden, House & Puahanui Bush Tour Gwavas Garden & Homestead, Tikokino 23 & 30 Sept, 8 & 14 Oct

Gwavas Garden and Homestead will once again open their private Puahanui Bush. This Quality workmanship old fashioned personal service

incredible 132 hectares of virgin bush is home to Totara known to be at least 600 years old. Enjoy a sit-down lunch then be guided through

SLOANS

Takapau Road, Waipukurau, ph 858 8411 sloans@xtra.co.nz

• Lounge suites • Window seats • Antique furniture • Outdoor furniture • Deck chairs • Car upholstery (Classic & performance)

the homestead and tour Gwavas nine hectare ‘Cornish Woodland Garden’. $60* per person *booking fees may apply

Escape the hustle and bustle of your busy life and come on down to our quintessential Country Hotel We have a great selection of food and drinks. There is also a kids menu for the discerning younger customer. Outstanding Aurum coffee, hot chocolate, home-made cakes, slices and more. We have a selection of wines, beers, spirits and low alcoholic beers and apple ciders.

Kids upgraded playground Check out our weekly blackboard special Sloany says: n’t know half “you probably do ...” of what we do!..

TOTAL UPHOLSTERY SERVICES 6

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Our family-friendly café and bar are open from 10.30a.m. to late Wednesday through Sunday. Closing hours can vary depending on demand

ST 2014 & 2015 HOSPITALITY AWARDS FINALIST

Tikokino Country Hotel 388 Highway 50, Tikokino (06) 856 5446

Colliers Rural Spring Ride Wine, Shine, Years TukiTuki Trail, Russell Park, Waipukurau

Lime Rock Wines, Waipawa 30 Sept & 1 Oct

Celebrate the opening of the Lime Rock Wines Cellar Door for 2017. Drop in anytime across the weekend and taste Lime Rock wines nurtured from the sunshine-struck limestone hills. Other beauties will also be opened for a special treat at $20 a tasting.

24 Sept 10am – 2pm

Ride the TukiTuki Trail and have some fun at Russell Park with the Colliers Rural team this Spring. Your registration will get you a cool drink bottle and a sausage from the BBQ after your ride. Tickets from $10* *booking fees may apply

Free entry, $20 fee for special vertical tastings

Steam into Spring Excursion Train Paekakariki – Waipukurau Train Station, Waipukurau 30 Sept 8am – 8pm Ride the rails on a heritage excursion train running from Paekakariki to Waipukurau

and return. Enjoy two hours in Central Hawke’s Bay and chose to sample local highlights such as

Artmosphere Gallery, picking daffodils, Pukeora Estate or exploring the town centre. Book at www.steaminc.org.nz

Taniwha Daffodils Open every day in September 5 for 30 stems Join us for Dusk in the Daffodils Event details and tickets at www.thespringfling.co.nz $

Daffodils at Dawn, captured by Andrew Caldwell, Ankh Photography Spring Fling 2017

First Sunday Funday Ranui Farm Park, Waipukurau 1 Oct 9am – 3pm

Get up close to the animals with Ranui’s petting zoo, try a pony ride, and for the competitive out there you can have a go on the walking

and mountain bike trails, archery, paintball targets, golf shots, conﬁdence courses, water slide and ﬂying fox. Tickets from $5* *booking fees may apply

Tiptoe through the Tombstones Central Hawke’s Bay Settlers Museum 7 Oct, 2pm – 5pm

Every cemetery has a story to be told, spend some time with our ancestors and learn their stories. This tour will take you through Waipawa

Cemetery, Ongaonga – Forest Gate Cemetery and Makaretu Cemetery and is fully guided by local historians. Tickets $30* *Booking fees may apply

Onga-Tiko Hunting and Fishing Club Children’s Hunting Competition Tikokino Country Hotel, Tikokino 6 – 8 Oct, prizegiving 1pm Sunday 8 October

Categories for this year’s hunt include Possum, Hares, Turkey and Rabbit. Weigh-in from 12pm on Sunday at the

Tikokino Country Hotel for prizegiving at 1pm. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd heaviest in each category. Spot prizes too. Registration $10* *Booking fees may apply

Accommodation Meals | TAB Sports bar & Gamming Function room

WINE, SHINE, YEARS 30th Sept & 1st Oct

LIME ROCK WINES Phone: (06) 858 9196 www.leopardhotel.co.nz 8

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601 Tikokino Road Waipawa www.limerock.co.nz

Marae Overnight Experience

Spring Fling Beach Carnival

Rongomaraeroa Marae, Porangahau

Te Paerahi Beach, Porangahau

7 Oct

The Spring Fling Beach Carnival at Te Paerahi Beach Porangahau is a day of family fun. Head to the beach for an 11am start and get into sandcastle building

Experience an overnight stay at Rongomaraeroa Marae, Porangahau. You will experience traditional Maori manaakitanga at its best and sleep in the ancestral house

8 Oct 11am – 3pm

which has stood for over 100 years. Local hapu will share traditional stories of local landmarks and provide dinner and breakfast. Tickets from $62* *booking fees may apply

competitions, kids racing and big dig treasure hunt. Bring a picnic or choose from delicious food stalls and coffee cart. Competition entry fees may apply on the day

Raranga (weaving) Demonstrations & Classes Rongomaraeroa Marae, Porangahau 7 Oct 10am & 2pm Be part of the wonderful opportunity to visit a traditional Marae and see master weavers in action plus participate in making

something for yourself. There are two sessions available with spaces limited to 20 per session. Tickets from $24.50* *booking fees may apply

Gary Waldrom

ARTMOSPHERE Gallery Waipawa „NEW BEGINNINGS“

New collection of art from around NZ

Exhibition runs from Sept.1st - Oct.31st www.artmosphere-gallery.com

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WEDDING HIRE SERVICE

COMPLETE FUNCTION HIRE SPECIALISTS Our team has provided reliable efﬁcient service for over 20 years. Our experienced staff will assist in making your special day a unique success. We can supply marquees, tents, tables, Chairs, lighting and catering supplies for up to 1,000 guests. Music entertainment options also available. We are experts in making your important day stress-free.

Chapelwick Coastal Estate, Porangahau

Sloany says: you probably don’t know half of what we do!..... Quality workmanship – old fashioned personal service

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Old English Garden Party 1 Oct 1pm - 5pm

Takapau Road, Waipukurau, ph 858 8411 sloans@xtra.co.nz

Step back in time and enjoy an old English Garden Party set in the beautiful gardens of Chapelwick Coastal Estate, Porangahau. Sup a complimentary glass of bubbles upon arrival then

play croquet, petanque, tennis or take tours of the house and gardens. High Tea will be served between 2.30pm and 3pm. Tickets from $25* *booking fees may apply

Spring Show Stopper Floral Extravaganza Central Hawke’s Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa 20 – 23 Oct

Spring Floral Extravaganza Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay Head to the CHB Theatre for the Spring Floral Extravaganza where the theatre has been turned into a RIOT OF COLOUR. The show will be on across Labour weekend, 10-4pm daily with delicious Devonshire and High Tea available throughout the day. There’s also a “create your own design” competition where we encourage people to create a design using spring elements from their gardens. The public will vote for the winner. The Spring Floral Extravaganza is part of 'The Spring Fling' - a series of standout events that capture the essence of springtime in Central Hawke’s Bay.

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Event Sessions Fri 20 Oct, 10:00am - 4:00pm | Sat 21 Oct, 10:00am - 4:00pm Sun 22 Oct, 10:00am - 4:00pm | Mon 23 Oct, 10:00am - 4:00pm

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Head to the Central Hawke’s Bay Municipal Theatre for the Spring Show Stopper Floral Extravaganza where the best creative Floral Artists

will create magic by turning the Theatre into a riot of colour. Delicious Devonshire and High Tea available throughout the day. $5* entry per person *booking fees may apply

Waipukurau 150th Rail Car Waipukurau Train Station, Otane & Takapau 21 Oct 10.30am-4pm

Take a trip on Pahiatua Railcar Society’s Vintage 1938 Standard railcar and experience a ride in style. There will be 5 shuttles

running on the day between Waipukurau, Takapau and Otane. Book now as there are limited seats available. Tickets from $20* *booking fees may apply

General Practitioners Tuki Tuki Medical Ltd Cook Street, Waipukurau

Dr Andy Daun Dr Mohan Gaddipati Dr Paddy O’Brien Dr Bob Stephens

Waipukurau 150th Anniversary Street Parade Ruataniwha Street, Waipukurau 21 Oct 11.30am - 12.30pm

Celebrate 150 years of Waipukurau with a free street parade through Ruataniwha Street, ﬁnishing up at Russell Park. The parade will feature vintage vehicles and machinery, period costume and more. Free entry

Waipukurau Primary School 150th Birthday Celebrations Waipukurau Primary School, Waipukurau 21 Oct 1.30pm

Register now to celebrate 150 years of Waipukurau Primary school. Ofﬁcial opening and welcome starts at 1.30pm. The evening function starts at 6.30pm with a continuous supper from 7-10pm and a complementary drink upon arrival after which bar services will be available to purchase drinks.

Hours: 8.30am to 5.00pm Telephone: (06) 858 7767 Pre-register for this event by emailing: 150years@waipukurau.school.nz Or phone the school on 06 8589348. Registrations close 31 August 2017

For after hours assistance phone (06) 858 9090 Weekend emergency clinics by appointment Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays 10am-12pm Spring Fling 2017

Expe eriience th he best off Cen ntrral Haw wke’ss Bay

High Tea at Glenora Homestead

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Glenora Homestead, Waipukurau 22 Oct, 1pm – 3.30pm Dress in period costume and reminisce about 150 years of Waipukurau at the home of George and Beth Winlove. A staggered High

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