The Asian Face of Islam in New Zealand, photographs Ans Westra

Coming of Age: New Zealand Film by Robin Arnst.

Pukekohe High School which was judged the “Best High School Band” at the Manawatu Jazz Festival in June & will be performing a free concert at Brinkley Resort. Great free family entertainment for all.

A 30 strong Children’s Choir from Melbourne will perform a 40 min programme along with Lyn Blackwell’s well-known Crescendo Orchestra group.

Join the St John's Presbyterian Church for a family quiz night. Teams of five. Questions for all the family. Supper provided.

Eight series stableford competition held at Terrace Downs. Each event can be played as a stand alone competition or scores can be accumulated towards an overall series prize.

Alpine athletes from all over New Zealand aged 11 - 14 competing in slalom, giant slalom and super G.

Featuring Ans Westra & Adrienne Jansen, John Perriam, Owen Marshall, and David Elliot

The Feelers are undisputedly one of the biggest rock bands in New Zealand and will be performing at the Blue Pub as part of their "Right Here Right Now" tour throughout NZ in August.

Liberace, Live from Heaven is the story of Lee Liberace. His music, his costumes, his life.
Tonight Liberace plays for his life, his eternal life!

Visiting artists - Canterbury University Brass Ensemble "CUBE"

Three race series. Male/female, hard-boot/soft-boot, and pro/amatuer categories. Prize giving, drinks & video replay at Steel-Worx after each event. Race against some great international competitors!

A fun race for all levels. Open to all ages and abilities of skiers and snowboarders. Registration and pay on the day. Post-Race Video Replay, drinks & prizes at The Lodge, Methven after each race.

Te Radar brings his multi award winning show Eating the Dog to Ashburton - come along and help the Allenton Scouts get to Jamboree.

The Skitzofrantiks are a progressive rock / psychedelic DnB trio with a range of origins from Scotland, England and Invercargill. They all met in Queenstown and are now looking to expand their horizon

The Blue Pub is proud to bring you live music in Samuel's Bar tonight - The Julian Temple Band.

Te Radar brings his multi award winning show Eating the Dog to Methven - come along and help the Methven Scouts get to Jamboree.

Gym Company Duathlon Series
Run Bike Run
Short Course and Long Course
16 May 2010, 13 June 2010, 18 July 2010, 15 August 2010

Three race series. Male/female, hard-boot/soft-boot, and pro/amatuer categories. Prize giving, drinks & video replay at Steel-Worx after each event. Race against some great international competitors!

Best gross and individual stableford. Includes: Twos, Nearest the Pins & Longest Drive. BBQ on course and afternoon tea. Excellent prizes.

It took 7 days to write, 7 months to sign, 168 years to debate … and counting. TREATY 2 U brings the story of the nation’s founding document to
all New Zealanders through a unique touring exhibition

High quality crafts, paintings, clothing, pottery, jewellery, and gifts available. Free admission. Raffle. Food available. Will be held at the Methven Resort this year.

Terrace Downs Resort and Stephanie Rumble present an exclusive Terrace Downs Spring launch from designer Trelise Cooper, New Zealand fashion power house World and retail giant Max. Terrace Downs invi

Dame Kate Harcourt and David McPhail star in 'Auntie & Me', a deliciously dark comedy.

Here at Parklife we have developed our own series for all you young jibbers called Streets Mini Shred, for kids aged 16 years and under. Based in the mini-Terrain Park at Mt Hutt!

Three race series. Male/female, hard-boot/soft-boot, and pro/amatuer categories. Prize giving, drinks & video replay at Steel-Worx after each event. Race against some great international competitors!

Join us for coffee and discussion at the Ashburton Art Gallery following: The girl who playes with fire.

Head along to Steel-Worx for their 2010 winter party featuring: King Kapisi, T*B*C* (The Babysitters Club) Ft Jason Kerrison (Opshop), Maitreya, Noise Controller, Mr Don, Salt Mansel, and DJ Kilotone.

Mid Canterbury is in Pool B of the Heartland.

Eight series stableford competition held at Terrace Downs. Each event can be played as a stand alone competition or scores can be accumulated towards an overall series prize.

In the tradition of the venerable BBC Classic Patrick Duffy and his equally antiquated side kick once again showcase their artistic and sensitive sides... not!

New work by Sam Foley.

Head along to the Methven Races for a memorable day out. Mt Harding Raceway is NZ’s best grass track Harness Racing venue and provides a memorable spectacle for all.

Head to Mt Hutt to watch competitors from all over the world compete in this FIS ski race event which is one level below the World Cup. Spectator area, live commentary & music.

The wait is over! The Methven Theatre Company has announced its inaugural production in the refurbished Mt Hutt Memorial Hall – Jungle Fever, a raunchy romp in the African Jungle.

Mid Canterbury is in Pool B of the Heartland.

"Musical Moments"
Arranged by Carolie Andrew

The Blue Pub is proud to bring you live music in Samuel's Bar tonight - The Julian Temple Band.

Visit Methven with friends or family for the popular Scarecrow Trail. Purchase a map and try to guess who the scarecrows are meant to be.

Methven & Mt Hutt are joining together to present the biggest Spring Fest yet! Events going on each day up on the hill and in town. The festival has something for everyone, fun for the whole family!

Methven's famous Oktoberfest - a celebration of Bavarian traditions, beer, costume, and live music.

Metaphysical researcher Deb Webber has the unique ability to re-connect people with their loved ones.

Mid Canterbury is in Pool B of the Heartland.

Mad action and excitement in the centre of Methven with a 16m high snow ramp for ski and board daredevils, freestyle motoX antics, fireworks and live music - don't miss it!

Great event for kids, who get to ride on all the 'big rides' you can think of, from tractors to police cars, concrete mixers and more.

Build, borrow, construct your own fancy dressed downhill dummy to race down Broadway. A sight not to be missed!

Special evening mardi gras event. Food, music entertainment and much more. If you don't come for a wander round - then you are missing something really special!

Boulevard Day is an annual festival where both sides of Ashburton's main street are fill with over 100 sites full of bargins. All day entertainment, fun & food.

Head along to Steel-Worx Resturant & Bar for their famous $12 jug n curry followed by live music - their best performers will be coming back to entertain you all night long.

An epic 2 stage Mountain Bike race, which sees the first leg on snow at Mt Hutt and the second leg down the DHNZ mountain bike track.

Head along to the Methven Racecourse for an outdoor movie. A KidsMethven fundraiser.

Dont miss out on the dance party at Steel-Worx tonight. 2 DJs, 2 MCs. Dub Step, Drum N bass, Beat Mix. Drink specials.

A fun race for all levels. Open to all ages and abilities of skiers and snowboarders. Registration and pay on the day. Post-race video replay, drinks & prizes at LT's @ The Lodge at night.

Eight series stableford competition held at Terrace Downs. Each event can be played as a stand alone competition or scores can be accumulated towards an overall series prize.

Join in the fun as contestants try to make it across an icy pond on their skis or snowboard at Mt Hutt Ski Area.

A preschoolers and junior disco will run from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, followed by senior disco from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. Gold coin donation (proceeds to kidzmethven). Food available from the Youth Cafe.

Multi sport event. Ski/board 2km at Mt Hutt, MTB 19km down access road, run 11km to the Blue Pub. Great event to participate in or watch.

South Island Chess Championship
3rd to 7th Cctober 2010
Ashburton Hotel
More details to come

Stallholders selling their own crafts, including outdoor furniture, artwork, wooden toys, and country craft.

Hot Rods and Harleys will be out on display around The Blue Pub today. Sausage sizzle available.

Mt Somers Barn Dance: Moas in the Moonlight. Dances called by Bill Baritompa. Come at 7pm as these easy "old style" dances will be taught then. Children welcome. Alcohol free.

Rangiatea Homestead Spring Picnic for Good Small Tourism Operators & Mt Somers Dinner & Dancing

Public concert
Arranged by Joan Wilkinson

Head along to the Methven Races for a memorable day out. Mt Harding Raceway is NZ’s best grass track Harness Racing venue and provides a memorable spectacle for all.

An entertaining evening with Stylist Lisa O'Neill to inspire women around New Zealand to sort out their wardrobe and never to have that feeling of having nothing to wear ever again.

Stalls, crafts, food, bouncy castles, musicians and entertainment, plus the chance to ride the kite racing buggy involved in a recent world record. attempt.

A Multisport course and Duathlon Course, this race is proving to be popular to seasoned Multisporters and also first timers.

Family fun day at Mount Hutt College Methven with great music, food, stalls, activities, challenges and an auction.

Pack your best cowboy hat & boots then head to Methven.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

It's time to dust off your cowboy hat and pull on your boots, as the annual Methven Rodeo bolts into action this Labour Weekend. Seperate family area. Total glass ban.

Trade, Market, Health, Business, Education & Craft sites and Entertainment

Stalls with various sorts, with a heritage component.

Eight series stableford competition held at Terrace Downs. Each event can be played as a stand alone competition or scores can be accumulated towards an overall series prize.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Cowboy Action Shooting National Championship. All welcome to view this exciting sport

Two day multi sponsored tournament. Pairs. Ladies and men’s division. Four ball, best ball on Saturday & combined nett stroke on Sunday. Dinner & band Saturday night.

We will be running the Half Marathon again in 2010. The half marathon course will be around Lake Hood, providing a relaxed and scenic environment in the clean air of mid-Canterbury!

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village. Last public running for 2010.

A four stage multi-sport event based around the Methven foothills. Individual and team categories. Social/Corporate teams category.

The Longbeach MTB Coastal Challenge is a unique opportunity to ride on new MTB tracks. Three tracks - classic, recreational & corporate, and family.

Ashburton Racecourse is a great place to enjoy a fun afternoon out with a festive party atmosphere!

Mixed Canadian Foursome, own partner. Single person draw. Players a plate please.

Eight series stableford competition held at Terrace Downs. Each event can be played as a stand alone competition or scores can be accumulated towards an overall series prize.

This is the annual Santa Parade where organisations are invited to enter a float, while families enjoy the entertainment of the day.

Head along to the Methven Races for a memorable day out. Mt Harding Raceway is NZ’s best grass track Harness Racing venue and provides a memorable spectacle for all.

Head along to the Methven Golf Course for the club’s last tournament for 2010. Mixed teams. 2:00pm – 4:00pm start.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Methven Summer School offers adult education courses in gardening, golf, fly fishing, arts, food, writing and crafts. Methven Summer School offers high quality tutors in a social atmosphere.

Mid Canterbury Cricket is privileged to be hosting this prestigeous tournament involving all 14 Districts on the South Island. Use this opportunity to watch the best junior cricketers in action.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

New Zealand's XC Stage Race Mt Somers to Tekapo.
Mountain Bike stage race, 4 days, 5 stages, 259kms, 5250m of climbing.

The event is a women specific cycling event designed as an introduction to mass participation road cycling events. The courses offered will cater for every level of cyclist, first time to elite.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Annual A&P Show with a fantastic mix of traditional and unique show events including the very popular pig racing.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

The annual Methven A&P Show promises to be a fun day out for the whole family, with all the traditional show events plus much more.

The next Lake Hood Regatta, near Ashburton, is scheduled for Sunday 20 March, 2011. Further details will be available later in the year.

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Arrowsmith Thee Ride is a 42km MTB ride/race around Mt Arrowsmith Station that starts & finishes at the woolshed. Arrowsmith Thee Run is an offroad marathon on the same course. "Any tougher & it rust"

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

Steam Train Rides and Pioneer Village

An Antiques & Collectables Extravaganza.

Local market-goers will soon turn their backs on the elements in favour of more settled trading conditions.

An annual conference attended by approx 200 agricultural contractors from throughout NZ

A 24 km run through the Mt Somers Sub Alpine Walkway held on the same day as the Big Day At The Office Mulitsport Race. Runners will be let go just as the first bikers come into the transition.