Helensville Community News

Kaipara College Ag Day
2024-09-20 15:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Kaipara College, 36 Ruatawhiri Road, Helensville, 0874, New Zealand
We welcome everyone across the Kaipara region to come along. This is an event for the whole community to enjoy! There will be a range animals on show, plus opportunities for hellos and pats. We'll have traditional A&P indoor competitions to view. You will be able to explore stalls by our students and supporting organisations who are joining us this Ag Day. Come along for the afternoon, bring the whole family. All ages welcome. You will also be able to enjoy food and beverage stalls, games and activities. Bring some pocket money along. Cash only event. No dogs, no alcohol permitted on school grounds.

Helensville District High School/Kaipara College Centenary Celebrations
2024-09-20 08:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00 | Kaipara College, 36 Ruatawhiri Road, Helensville, 0874, New Zealand
This year marks the 100-year anniversary of Kaipara College and Helensville District High School. We will celebrate our 100 year journey that began with a handful of students at makeshift desks in the Star Theatre. The celebrations will concentrate on a Centenary Event that runs over two days in September (Friday 20 to Saturday 21). We invite all alumni, whānau, and friends of the school to celebrate with us at a warm and welcoming event for all generations – one that creates spaces for past students to reconnect and reminisce and for current students to engage with our history and meet our alumni. We will be hosting a variety of events, to find out more about this special occasion please visit the webpages to learn more. You are also welcome to contact the team at the school to find out more 09 420 8640 - ext 800 or email: info@kaipara.school.nz

The Village Market
2024-09-15 08:30 - 13:00 | Helensville Show Grounds, Railway Street, Helensville, Auckland, 0874, New Zealand
New venue - same great market! Friendly people, great atmosphere and a tempting selection of quality stalls with everything from locally hand-made crafts, plants, preserves, fresh fruit & veg to pre-loved bargains. Plus find out more about these community organisations – EmployNZ, SKCP South Kaipara Community Patrol, KTPMV Keep the Peace Makarau Valley and The Lions Club of Helensville.
*Please bring a gold coin donation for parking*
The Helensville A&P Showgrounds management have a no dogs policy with the exception of assistance dogs as there is stock grazing in the grounds.
Email: sarah@riversidecrafts.co.nz Phone: 0274 831542 @kaukapakapavillagemarket.
Eftpos cash out available.

Kaipara Marine Rescue Centre Opening
2024-09-14 12:30 - 15:00
Join us for the official opening of Coastguard Kaipara’s brand-new Marine Rescue Centre! We’re excited to invite you to celebrate this milestone with us. Event Highlights:
• Food and Drinks: Enjoy refreshments with both outdoor and indoor seating options.
• Self-Guided Tours: Explore our state-of-the-art facilities, including the training room, kitchen, bathroom, locker room, storage room, office, and the area where our rescue boat is parked.
• See Our Equipment: Get an up-close look at the equipment we carry and learn more about how we’re prepared to respond to emergencies.
• Local School Tamariki Performances: Enjoy dancing and singing performances by talented local school tamariki.
This is a fantastic opportunity to see firsthand what our fit-for-purpose shed is all about! Whether you’re part of the community or simply curious, we welcome everyone to come and take a look at what we’ve created. We can’t wait to see you there!

Food Truck Takeaway
2024-08-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Ruatawhiri Park, Ruatawhiri Road, Helensville
Join us for our Food Truck Takeaway in Helensville!
Your delicious dinner from our amazing food trucks! From gourmet burgers by local legend eats to mouth-watering ramen from Miso Ra, there's something for everyone. And don't miss the Dutch Fries of Double Dutch Fries, the authentic Vietnamese street food of Nom Nom and sweet treats from Butter Baby!
Bring your whānau and friends, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, and let's celebrate.
Time: 5pm - 8pm Location: Rautawhiri Park
Don't let the cold keep you in come grab the best takeout around. Please note there will be no seating area or bar at this event, therefore we welcome you to bring a picnic blanket or camping chairs to enjoy your meal onsite or takeaway to the comfort of your home!
Bring your loved ones and let’s make this celebration one to remember! See you there!

West Auckland - Kumeu Junior Tough Guy and Gal Challenge
2024-08-06 08:30 - 2024-08-07 17:00 | Kumeu Showgrounds, Access Road, Auckland, New Zealand
The West Auckland venue address is Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu. Registration will be in Shed 2.
Only 20 km out of the Auckland CBD, the Kumeu Showgrounds is a blank canvas of 80 acres that we know will be one of our best venues.
The facilities include hot showers, toilets, changing rooms, covered areas for gathering, hot food and coffee for sale and free parking. We will have designated car, van and bus parking areas available at the venue as space is not a problem!

Mid-Winter Christmas Dinner
2024-07-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Settlers Lodge Manor, 81 Waimauku Station Road, Waimauku, Auckland, New Zealand
Everyone loves a little bit of festive cheer. Come along and have a very merry Mid-Winter Christmas at Settlers Country Manor!
Our venue is a visual delight, featuring a distinctive ambiance that includes an inviting courtyard and garden area, along with indoor and outdoor fireplaces. Experience the best of New Zealand cuisine amidst the charm of our historical venue. Here, we take pride in offering you not just a meal but a memorable culinary journey, accompanied by warm and attentive service.
Brighten up your winter blues with our cheerful and warm Mid-Winter Christmas Buffet with festive decorations, and your favorite winter treats like succulent honey glazed ham, winter root vegetables, mouthwatering desserts... and a lot more!

Helensville Railway Station Trust | AGM
2024-07-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Helensville Railway Museum, 2 Rail Way Street, Helensville, New Zealand
All Welcome

Fruit Tree Pruning& Care Workshop
2024-07-27 09:30 - 11:30 | Kaipara Coast Plant Centre, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
If you want to make the most of your fruit trees or maybe you’re thinking of planting some new ones then this is a good time of year to do this. This very popular annual pruning & care workshop will give you all the basics to assist in your success.
David Bayly, our in-house tree care expert, will be once again running this very useful and timely workshop in his relaxed and interactive style.
Topics to be discussed will include:
Tools required

Pros & cons of various trees
Site selection and preparation
Planting methodologies/techniques
General tree care
Safety considerations

These events are extremely popular (hence the reason for running two) so BOOKING is ESSENTIAL as spaces are limited (see below for booking details).
Afterwards you will also be able to stroll around the beautiful Sculpture Gardens which has around 40 marvellous pieces created for our 2024 exhibition by local and international artists on display; as well as the extended nature trail (approximately 3.5km in total).*
We also have our cute little coffee shop on site, plus of course the Plant Centre for you to browse through.
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff will also be on hand to help with any other garden related questions.
*The gardens and nature trail are unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or walking frames.

NorWest Country Great Night Out
2024-07-25 17:30 - 22:30 | Markovina Estate, 84 Old North Road, Kumeu, New Zealand

U3A Monthly Meeting
2024-07-02 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Art Centre Helensville AGM
2024-06-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Art Centre Helensville, 49 Commercial Road, Helensville, New Zealand
If you wish to join our board, please fill out form attached and return to manager@artcentrehelensville.org.nz by 8th June, or drop off to The Art Centre Helensville, 49 Commercial Road, Helensville

Helensville Rugby Club – Club Day
2024-06-22
Junior and Senior games playing through the day, food, coffee, raffles and more. Keep an eye on our facebook page for more updates on the day.

Fungi Workshop
2024-06-16 09:30 - 11:30 | Kaipara Coast Plant Centre, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
We’ve all seen Fungi growing either in the garden or when out walking but most of us generally pass by without giving them a second thought. In reality fungi are key players in many aspects of our lives and the environment. In this 2hr workshop Peter Buchanan from Landcare Research will be giving an introduction to the incredible kingdom of fungi. Learn more about this fascinating subject and how you can harness the power of fungi in the garden or on the farm; including how to start growing your own gourmet mushrooms. Autumn is a fantastic time to see many fungi producing mushrooms, so come along to this informative workshop followed by a walk around the Sculpture Gardens to see what fungi can be found.
These relaxed and interactive events are very popular so booking is definitely recommended as spaces are limited (see below for booking details).
Afterwards, you will also be able to continue strolling around the beautiful 1Km sculpture trail which has over 40 marvellous pieces created by local and international artists for our 2023 exhibition on display as well as our recently installed 2.5Km nature trail.
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff will also be on hand to help with any garden related questions and refreshments can be purchased from our cute little coffee shop.
Trail is not suitable for wheelchairs or walking frames.
Venue location: 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway (SH16), 4km north of Kaukapakapa. Tickets: $20 per person. To Book: info@kaiparacoast.co.nz OR 09 420 5655.

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds
2024-06-16 08:30 - 13:00 | Helensville A&P Show Grounds, 63 Railway Street, Helensville, 0800, New Zealand
New Venue – same great market! Friendly people, great atmosphere and a tempting selection of quality stalls with everything from locally hand-made crafts, plants, preserves, fresh fruit & veg to pre-loved treasures and collectibles, food, live music from Gillian and Mike, free hair plaiting and much more... sorry no dogs
**Please bring a gold coin donation for parking – proceeds go to the scouts jamboree**
The Helensville A&P Showgrounds management have a no dogs policy with the exception of assistance dogs as there is stock grazing in the grounds.
Email: sarah@riversidecrafts.co.nz Phone: 0274 831542 @kaukapakapavillagemarket.
Eftpos cash out available.

Snow in the Park
2024-06-15 13:00 - 17:00 | Royal Reserve, Beauchamp Drive, Massey, New Zealand
The most incredible free snot-themed event in all of Auckland!
Join us with the whanau at Royal Reserve, Massey and fill your boots with snow, ice and wintery goodness! Thake the legendary tube run, play in the snow, enjoy the free activities and check our the yummy food stalls, plus much more!

Kaukapakapa Emergency Hub Day
2024-06-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Kaukapakapa Emergency Hub, 1065 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
An opportunity to meet your local volunteer network helping our community, and the Hub we will open during emergencies. Pop in on your way past or come and hang out. Enter free prize draws, have a free sausage and hot drink, learn more about how to prepare for emergencies, talk to experts. Activities for kids and adults. Come connect with your community

Moving on Garage Sale
2024-06-08 10:00 - 2024-06-12 15:00

Helensville Art Trail
2024-05-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Helensville
Free Admission. Third Sunday of each month until May. Open studios are all conveniently situated within three kilometres of central Helensville. Head into Helensville for a wonderful way to spend the day. Follow the signposts. All studios have maps and info. The artists have spent years honing their skills in an extensive variety of genres. Enjoy meeting them and gaining an insight into the processes involved in creating a diverse array of artworks. Works include: lost wax casting in bronze and crystal glass; figurative and abstract paintings and prints; corrugated iron shaped into incredible forms; intricate woodwork; ceramics; mixed media creations, jewellery crafted from reclaimed items and much more. Visitors have the opportunity to purchase a treasure, large or small, directly from the artists should they wish.

Muriwai Beach Clean Up
2024-05-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Muriwai Beach, Wilson Road Cut Out, Muriwai Beach, New Zealand
South Kaipara Clean Ups invite you to come along and join our community beach clean up! Everyone welcome! Bags and gloves provided Both 4x4 and walking access available. Meeting at 10am ON the beach at Wilson road entry to register your name & grab some supplies. Return your bags to Wilson's cut out for disposable - Kindly collected by SeaCleaners. Invite all your family and friends- the kids love it too! Wear sturdy footwear and bright clothing + gloves for the children! Please keep off the dunes! Let's make it a great day! Enjoy the beach. For up-to-date information see South Kaipara Clean Ups facebook page.

Mother’s Day Harvest Walk
2024-05-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens, 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa, New Zealand
Something special at the centre for mum on this upcoming Mothers Day; David Bayly will be taking you on a guided walk around the Sculpture Gardens as well as our native forest & farm trails at Kaipara Coast Plant Centre and Sculpture Gardens. Along the way David will be showing you all of the Exhibits contained within our 2024 sculpture exhibition as well as talking about the local flora and fauna. He will also offer information about the history of the gardens as well as the ecological initiatives being undertaken to conserve and enhance the area. You will also be able to pick available “in season” produce so you will potentially be able to go home with a posy of flowers/foliage and some fruit. There are also some wonderful harbour views along the way and great locations in which to have a picnic after your walk (dad and the kids are also welcome). There are also games areas and many ideal locations to sit and enjoy a picnic as well as our cute little coffee shop in which to relax once you have completed the walk. Please ensure that you wear suitable walking footwear and maybe bring a drink (plus a rain jacket if the weather looks unsettled). Tickets: $20 per person To Book: email - info@kaiparacoast.co.nz or phone – 09 420 5655

Unlimited Potential marketing Workshop
2024-05-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Business Hub, 103c Mill Road, Helensville, 0800, New Zealand
Many small to medium businesses find it challenging to build the formality, structure and discipline needed to gain the best customer attraction and retention that could deliver better sale volumes and profitability. Marketing for many organisations is a nice to have not a must have but without a marketing plan and some basic principles your business may struggle to achieve its fullest potential or in tight times might not survive at all. Join us for a morning workshop to give you the tools and the tricks to ensure your marketing brings you returns in 2024.
We delve into a range of topics and questions:
- What are the best marketing tools and why should you consider them?
- What are the key things that customers are looking for before they introduce themselves to you?
- Who is the best customer for you and what would they likely spend with you over 5 years?
- What do your customers say about you? (when you’re not listening)
- How do you ensure what you are doing is relevant, cost effective and responsive?
Course facilitator Graham McIntyre has had thirty years of practical and hands on engagement in marketing, customer lifecycle and brand development. His engagement with multiple brands and services sees him operating in the volunteer, professional service and media environments using client endorsement, print, digital, social and directional media environments. He shares his knowledge freely, workshop with your organisational needs and will provide you will some insights that will add strong value for you today and into the future.

U3A Monthly Meeting
2024-05-07 10:00 - 12:00 | St Josephs Church Hall, Cnr Kowhai & Puriri St, Helensville

ANZAC Day, KMRSA ANZAC Day Services 2024
2024-04-25 05:50 - 12:00
The Kaipara Memorial RSA will be holding the following services on ANZAC Day; Dawn Parade at the Kaipatiki Reserve, 150 Parkhurst Road, Parakai, Fall-in 5.50 am, On Parade 6.00 am. Wreaths will be laid during the course of this service. Helensville Soldiers Cemetery, 130 Garfield Road, Helensville, a short Commemoration and Remembrance Ceremony, where the KMRSA will lay a wreath at the Cenotaph at 6.55 am (Sunrise). The service starts at 6.45am. ANZAC Day breakfast 8.00 am, at KMRSA Clubrooms. (TBC) Kaukapakapa Memorial Hall Service, 947 Kaipara Coast Highway, KKK, Parade fall-in 9.50am, Ceremony starts 10.00 am at the Cenotaph, followed by morning tea in the KKK Memorial Hall.
This year, due to the uncertainty about the completion of the Kaipara Memorial RSA Clubrooms and the War Memorial Hall, there will no 11.00 am ANZAC Service at the Helensville War Memorial Cenotaph.

Annual Poppy appeal 2024
2024-04-19
Our volunteers will be out in force. Additionally the Poppy boxes will be available at the Helensville, Parakai and Kaukapakapa retail stores in early April, along with a QR Code, enabling you to make an early donation using your Smart phone or make a cash donation. A tax receipt can also be requested for your tax return donations using the QR Code, all donations go to the KMRSA Welfare Fund.
Any volunteers who can help with the Poppy Appeal on Friday 19th April can contact Steve Wilson 021 494 945 or email kaipararsa@xtra.co.nz Poppy collection sites are Parakai Four Square, Helensville Chemist, Paper Plus, Helensville Bakery, Countdown and the KKK Store, where we need a replacement for Eddie Barwell who passed away recently.

Waitoki Village Market
2024-04-13 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.

Kaipara RSA AGM
2024-04-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Kaipara Memorial RSA, 49 Commercial Road, Helensville, Auckland, 0874, New Zealand
Venue TBC
All members are urged to attend.

4x4 Outdoor Expo
2024-04-08 09:00 - 16:00 | 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.
