Helensville Community News

4x4 Outdoor Expo
2024-04-08 09:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Kumeu Showgrounds, Access Road, Auckland, New Zealand
New Zealands Largest 4x4 Outdoor Expo! "The Place To Build Your 4x4" 4x4 Vendors, Show & Shine, Camping & Swap Meet. Applications now open on the website www.4x4outdoorexpo.co.nz

Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Kaipara Coast Plant Centre, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
Normal gardens admission fees apply. Bookings for the time you are coming are essential.
To book, please select the time you would like to come and order online here.

Gently Loved Markets Kumeu
2024-03-24 10:00 - 13:00
Free entry and parking. Stalls selling preloved, vintage, retro and upcycled clothing, accessories and homewares for all ages. All stalls are indoor. Plus, with changing rooms at the venue so you can try before you buy. We love a sustainable lifestyle and what better way to do that than buying preloved. Grab a coffee, your favourite fabric bag and come have a preloved treasure hunt with us. The event is cash only, some stall holders may accept bank transfers. Time for a wardrobe cull or a declutter around the house? Come sell with us! Email us at gentlylovedmarkets@gmail.com for details about a stall.

Landslide – Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Show
2024-03-23 20:30 | Helensville Rugby Club, 162 Awaroa Road, Helensville, 0800, New Zealand
Landslide is a live 5-piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 11 years, covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits! Expect to hear Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, The Chain, Go Your Own Way, Seven Wonders, Don't Stop, Edge of 17, Tusk, Gypsy, Black Magic Woman, Rooms On Fire, and Little Lies to name just a few! Tickets available from Eventfinda.co.nz

River Valley Baptist Family Gala
2024-03-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Rivervalley Baptist Church, 1 Fordyce Road, Parakai, New Zealand
Come along for some great community time with fun, budget friendly food and activities! Bouncy Castle, Cafe, BBQ, Magic Carpet Rides, Easter Egg Hunt, Second Hand Goods & Clothes, Ice Cream, Games, Races, Corn Hole, Produce, Plants, James & Baking, Face Painting & more ....

Flower Arranging Workshop – Easter Theme
2024-03-17 09:30 - 11:30
Kaipara Coast Plant Centre & Sculpture Gardens, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway. Louise Kirkwood, from Old School Yard Blooms, will be presenting another of her extremely popular workshops with an “Easter table-scape” theme. So if you would like to create your own Easter table settings or flower arrangements to celebrate the festival (and impress your friends and family!) this is a “not to be missed” event.

The Kumeu Show
2024-03-09 08:30 - 2024-03-10 17:00 | Kumeu Showgrounds, Access Road, Auckland, New Zealand
The Kumeu Show is "Udderly Great Family Entertainment" brining the Farm to the City.
With a huge range of entertainment, activities, Animal Competitions and over 200 Trade Stalls, there is something for the whole family - young and old. A selection of Auckland's Best Street Food will be available for purchase or pack a picnic lunch.
The Timber Sports and Shearing are a crowd pleasers with Highland Dancing on Saturday, Stage Performances and a Bar area to cool down with a drink. We have lots of Children activities from Amusement Rides to Clydesdale Rides. The kids will love the big tractor parade on both show days.
Hope you are able to join us for our 101st Kumeu Show. Free entry for all children 14 years and under with Free Onsite Parking!

Gardens Walk David Bayly
2024-02-24 09:30 - 11:30 | Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
Join Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens Owner David Bayly on a walk around the gardens, where he will talk about and answer any questions plant related.

Helensville A & P Show
2024-02-24 09:00 - 16:30 | Helensville A&P Show Grounds, 63 Railway Street, Helensville, 0800, New Zealand
The Helensville A & P Association held its first shoe in 1900 – and barring three occasions it’s been held every year since. The Helensville Show is easily the biggest event on Helensville annual calendar, and is the largest one-day show in the Royal Agricultural Society’s Northern District.
Adults $15, Children under 16 FREE

Waitoki Market
2024-02-13 08:30 - 12:30 | Waitoki Hall, Kahikatea Flat Road, Waitoki
Come on down and see if you can find that special little something for your Valentine. He/she might have a special hankering for pickles or a favourite jam. Maybe a plant or 2 for the garden or that special pot that holds pride of place on your deck or entrance. A little trinket or jewellery. Let your imagination go wild. If none of that excites you, just come on down anyway to say hello, catch up with old friends, maybe make some new ones. Our ever popular barbecue will be running with sausages and bacon and egg muffins to fill that breakfast hole.
Want to have a stall, drop a line at markets4waitoki@gmail.com or message us on our Facebook page Waitoki Village Markets
Remember this market is held at our local hall 1095 Kahikatea flat Rd and is run by locals ( ie could be your neighbour).
Other market dates to note in your calendar are as follows
June 8, August 10, October 12 and December 7
Looking forward to catching up with everyone. Happy 2024 to everyone.

Summers Night in Helensville
2023-11-18 16:30 | Helensville Rugby Club, 162 Awaroa Road, Helensville, 0800, New Zealand
Join us in Helensville for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable delights and a lively atmosphere!
Our Food Trucks are on their way, bringing together a fantastic array of culinary experiences that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Indulge in a variety of mouth watering dinner options served up by a lineup of top-notch food trucks.
But that's not all – the good vibes will be flowing as we create the perfect setting for a delightful family outing. With something for everyone, including the kids, this event promises to be a memorable gathering for all ages. Don't miss out on the chance to savour delicious dishes, bask in the community spirit, and treat yourself to a wonderful time.
And for those looking to raise a toast to the evening, we've got you covered with our pop-up bar featuring a selection of refreshing beverages. Please note that while we're providing the drinks, this event is not BYOB. So come ready to enjoy a fantastic dinner and a great time without having to worry about bringing your own drinks.
Mark your calendars and join us in Helensville for a Food Truck night that's more than just a meal – it's an experience! Your taste buds, your family, and your appetite for fun will thank you. See you there!
A big thank you to Hapori Hub Helensville for their support with this event!

Composting Workshop
2023-11-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Helensville War Memorial Hall – Meeting Room, 49 Commercial Road, Helensville, Auckland, New Zealand
Come along to Pip's workshop at Helensville War Memorial Hall, and learn all about composting.
The workshop offers an introduction on how to compost with Bokashi bins, worm farms and cold compost bins. Ask all your composting related questions, and decide which system works best for your needs.
All confirmed participants get a $40 discount towards a composting system that can be redeemed online after the workshop - and, a free rat trap too!
This course is proudly supported by Auckland Council and delivered by the Compost Collective.
REGISTER THROUGH THE COMPOST COLLECTIVE WEBSITE: https://compostcollective.org.nz/.../composting-workshop.../

Food trucks in Huapai,
2023-11-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Huapai Domain, Tapu Road, Huapai, New Zealand
Join us in Huapai for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable delights and a lively atmosphere! Our Food Trucks are back, bringing together a fantastic array of culinary experiences that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Indulge in a variety of mouthwatering dinner options served up by a lineup of top-notch food trucks.
But that's not all – the good vibes will be flowing as we create the perfect setting for a delightful family outing. With something for everyone, including the kids, this event promises to be a memorable gathering for all ages. Don't miss out on the chance to savour delicious dishes, bask in the community spirit, and treat yourself to a wonderful time.
And for those looking to raise a toast to the evening, we've got you covered with our pop-up bar featuring a selection of refreshing beverages. Please note that while we're providing the drinks, this event is not BYOB. So come ready to enjoy a fantastic dinner and a great time without having to worry about bringing your own drinks.
Mark your calendars and join us in Huapai for a Food Truck night that's more than just a meal – it's an experience! Your taste buds, your family, and your appetite for fun will thank you. See you there!

Big Little Local
2023-11-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Rautawhiti Park, 124-164 Rautawhiti Road, Helensville, New Zealand
Rautawhiri Park, Helensville. 10am – 3pm. of our community with their local small businesses and service providers. Market stalls, information stands, food, music, raffles, silent auctions and prizes are some of the fun to be had on the day. With all proceeds being donated to our local charity Parent Aid North West.

Whanau Fun Fair
2023-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Helensville Primary School, 29 Rata Street, Helensville, New Zealand

Kaukapakapa School 150th Jubilee
2023-10-27 - 2023-10-28
More details to follow.

Gibbs Farm Visit
2023-10-27 | Gibbs Farm, Barr Road, Makarau, New Zealand
The Helensville A&P Association is excited to offer a visit to Gibbs Farm as a fundraiser for the 2024 Helensville Show.
For full information and tickets go to
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/.../gibbs.../auckland/makarau
Gibbs Farm rests on 400 hectares of re-formed farmland on the Kaipara Harbour. The privately owned park is home to an internationally renowned collection of large-scale sculptures by some of the world’s leading artists, commissioned and curated by Alan Gibbs over the past 25 years.
On your visit you will be able to roam the farmland, to take in the views of the harbour and gain perspective of the sculptures from a distance and right up close. You can self-guide with the comprehensive guide provided and look out for the exotic animals!
Pack a picnic and come and take in the sculptures, animals and the stunning landscape they respond to and transform.
A reasonable level of fitness is required and a visit generally takes 2-3 hours. In that time you can expect to walk 6-7km, over rolling farmland and a paved roadway, with time to enjoy your picnic and see every wonderful thing. With our changeable weather, don't forget a coat, hat, sunblock if hot etc, so you are comfortable on the day. The grass will probably be wet in the morning so boots or sensible shoes are advised.
Ticket numbers are limited and bookings are essential. Tickets are non-transferable.
Buy tickets at https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/.../gibbs.../auckland/makarau
Gibbs Farm is a private property open by appointment only on scheduled monthly visitor days as per the Gibbs Farm website. It is important you read the terms of access at bookings.gibbsfarm.org.nz/media/terms%20of%20access.pdf
There is no entry fee to visit Gibbs Farm - all money from these ticket sales will go to the Helensville A&P Association to help fund the 120th Helensville A&P Show on 24th February 2024. We thank the Gibbs Farm Trustees and employees for their much valued support.

Labour Day
2023-10-23

Arts n the Ville
2023-10-21 10:00 - 2023-10-23 16:00 | Helensville

Huapai Food trucks in Huapai
2023-10-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Huapai Domain, Tapu Road, Huapai, New Zealand
Huapai Domain, 5pm. Join us in Huapai for an unforgettable evening filled with delectable delights and a lively atmosphere! Our Food Trucks are back, bringing together a fantastic array of culinary experiences that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Indulge in a variety of mouthwatering dinner options served up by a lineup of top-notch food trucks.
But that's not all – the good vibes will be flowing as we create the perfect setting for a delightful family outing. With something for everyone, including the kids, this event promises to be a memorable gathering for all ages. Don't miss out on the chance to savour delicious dishes, bask in the community spirit, and treat yourself to a wonderful time.
And for those looking to raise a toast to the evening, we've got you covered with our pop-up bar featuring a selection of refreshing beverages. Please note that while we're providing the drinks, this event is not BYOB. So come ready to enjoy a fantastic dinner and a great time without having to worry about bringing your own drinks.
Mark your calendars and join us in Huapai for a Food Truck night that's more than just a meal – it's an experience! Your taste buds, your family, and your appetite for fun will thank you. See you there!

Term 4 Begins
2023-10-09

Turning of the Tide Fundraising Event
2023-10-08 09:00 - 17:00 | The Surf Club Muriwai, 100 Jack Butt Lane, Muriwai, 0881, New Zealand
Fundraising event to raise money and awareness for the wellbeing of our children and youth. The main event is a 17km walk/run or 5km gentle walk along West Auckland's iconic Muriwai Beach. This is a family-friendly event for all fitness levels. For the serious runner, this event is a great option for your Sunday Long-Run. There will also be a 1.5km whānau trail and treasure hunt for children and families to enjoy. Tickets for the kids trail are by koha, so as not to be a barrier to any of our local families and whānau. Funds raised go towards Kindred Family Services so they can provide more counselling and family support to children and youth in North West Rodney. Tickets from https://.turning-the-tide.raisely.com

South Head Road Side Clean Up
2023-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 | South Head Road
Annual Roadside Clean Up, followed by a BBQ at Waioneke School.
Where: South Head Road, a list of coordinators will be published on facebook, our website https://www.southkaiparalandcare.org/events and a flier in your letterbox with contact details and meeting points.
Why: care for our environment, meet local likeminded people.
BRING: a bag, gloves and drink. Wear covered sturdy footwear and suitable, light / bright coloured clothing so you can be easily seen, and don’t forget a sunhat or raincoat!
Children are welcome but must have a parent or guardian supervise them at all times and be responsible for their safety
BE ALERT AND KEEP SAFE ON OUR ROADSIDE
Wet Weather - If the weather appears too adverse a decision will be made as early as possible. Please contact your Team Leader if in doubt.
Important - South Kaipara Landcare will undertake to ensure that all reasonable safety measures are in place to keep people safe and will not be responsible for persons who do not attend the team leader safety briefings prior to the activity.

Term 3 ends
2023-09-22

Kumeu Clothing Swap & Shop
2023-09-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Kumeu Showgrounds, Access Road, Auckland, New Zealand

U3A monthly meeting
2023-09-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Catholic Church Hall, Kowhai Street, Helensville, New Zealand
Guests are very welcome. U3A is a unique organisation of retired and semi retired people who enjoy learning from each other and sharing their skills and expertise through meetings and interest groups. Members have a general meeting on the first Tuesday of the month and choose special interest groups to join. Groups at present include: Book Club, Food and Wine Appreciation, Mah Jong, Gardening, Critical Thinking, Shared Reading, NZ History, Out n About, Needle and Stiches and TED Talks. Costs are minimal.
For more information contact Gloria Middleditch jandgmiddleditch@outlook.com 094203007/0211658428 or Bev Silvester-Clark bev.s-c@outlook.com phone 0274316205.

Bee Keeping Workshop
2023-09-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Kaipara Coast Plant Centre, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
If you are thinking of establishing hives on your property or would just like to know some more about these amazing little creatures then this is an ideal workshop for you to attend.
This event will give a great overview not only of the techniques employed to nurture bees but also costs and time associated with the activity as well as what you will achieve. You will also be offered tips on how to make your garden more “bee friendly”.
Our guest presenter is Kim Kneijber who has worked with Bees for over 16 Years, is a member of the Rodney Bee Keeping Club and has a long time association with APINZ.
Kim will cover many facets associated with this fascinating subject including:

Challenges facing the bee population
Hive maintenance & positioning
Equipment required
Pros & cons of bee keeping
Rules & compliance issues
Safety considerations

There will also be a working hive on site plus the centre has now established a “Bee friendly” plant section. You will also be able to explore our 1km Sculpture Garden as well as the 2.5km extended Nature Trail.
Booking is definitely advised as this event is very popular and participant numbers are limited
We also have our cute little coffee shop on site plus of course the Plant Centre for you to browse through (including our Bee friendly plant section).
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff will also be on hand to help with any garden related questions.
*The gardens and nature trail are unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or walking frames.

Father's Day
2023-09-03
It is a day for people to show their appreciation for fathers and father figures like stepfathers, father-in-law, guardians, foster parents and family friends. What are you planning for your Father?

Wrestling New Zealand Championship
2023-08-26 18:30 - 23:00 | Kaipara College, 36 Ruatawhiri Road, Helensville, 0874, New Zealand
Action Packed Wrestling New Zealand Championship
Charlie Roberts - Wrestler vs Voidheart' JT Hollow - NZ Pro Wrestler
Tag Team Action
Nu Blood (Zac Hayle - Professional Wrestler/Kid Nova) vs Horus & Phoenix Tallion
10 Person Battle Royal - #1 Contendership for Action Packed Wrestling New Zealand Championship
Dorian Webber vs Rugged Vic Craig vs Barry Burrito vs Jackson Graves vs Tommy Fusion vs Bobby Wisheart vs El Besto vs TBC vs TBC vs TBC
Wrestling Collectibles NZ Championship
TBC vs TBC
Tickets are still available at https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/.../act.../auckland/helensville
Don't forget to pick up a shirt or hoodie before the show from our friends at WrestlePrint https://www.wrestleprint.com/apw

Northwest Country Business Awards entries close
2023-08-25
Our highlight event of the year, the Business Awards, is now open for nominations and we look forward to hearing from everybody. Make sure you visit our website at https://www.northwestcountry.co.nz/awards2023/ to get more information and a link to the nomination form. Entrants are given the option of a mystery shopper, and we have a few new business categories associated with fitness and health. The winners will be announced at a dinner at Allely Estate in early November. This is a fun night attended by hundreds of staff from local businesses across the district and compered by a celebratory MC.
