This installation is comprised of an original painting by Straka and fifty copies produced by fifty Chinese artisans working from the Dafen Oil Painting Village in the Longgang District of Shenzhen.

In celebration and exploration of the Chinese creative energy, the Gallery will be hosting free film screenings every Sunday afternoon for 8 weeks until the close of 'The Asian' by Heather Straka. The

Teams of Two (can be mixed). Combined Stableford both days count. Terrace Downs on Saturday. Methven Golf Club on Sunday. Dinner at Ski Time on Saturday night.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

Get the max out of your time on the trails at the Mt Hutt Bike Park with our Shuttle Day.

This Sunday’s Programme Race will take place in Methven. All new and old cyclists are most welcome, bring along a friend & find out why cycling is taking off.

This multi sport challenge is timed and designed to be the ultimate warm up event for the full February to May season, to be enjoyed by all the family.

Deeanne Hobbs is a popular Nelson based artist who has created a unique style for her paintings through her love of fashion, colour, and texture. Deeanne will be attending the exhibition opening.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

Ashburton's Waitangi Saturday massive street market, features an amazing mix of stalls and fun for the whole family. This market has a great atmosphere and plenty of attractions for the youngsters.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

This is a fun food and cultural festival that provides an opportunity for the different ethnic groups in our community to showcase their culture by performances, food stalls & childrens entertainment.

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

Come to Erewhon "The Home of the Working Horse" for a great day in the High Country. Open day includes clydesdale wagon & saddle rides, 8 horse team demonstration, bbq etc.

Prepare to be transported! Inspired by music from the deserts of North America, the Amazon basin and beyond, Mundi take you on an unforgettable journey...

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

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.

The biggest Mobilehome Show in New Zealand. A must attend event for buyers and sellers.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

This Sunday’s Programme Race will take place in Methven area. All new and old cyclists are most welcome, bring along a friend & find out why cycling is taking off.

Get the max out of your time on the trails at the Mt Hutt Bike Park with our Shuttle Day.

At once heartfelt and sophisticated,Jackie Bristow combines subtle but beautiful melodies that hook and hypnotise the listener.
Lovers of finely crafted tunes should definitely listen up.

Singer/songwriter Mel Parsons and actresses Amelia Guild and Emma Newborn provide an unmissable night of Music, Theatre and Comedy. In a woolshed...

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

Fantastic new cycle event which crosses the mighty Rakaia River twice. 103km of great country and views to kill for plus be one of 1,000 cyclists crossing the SH1 Rakaia Bridge all at once.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

Violinist and composer Fiona and her talented band will perform.

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

Get the max out of your time on the trails at the Mt Hutt Bike Park with our Shuttle Day.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

A casual downhill race down Diggler track on MtHutt. Open men, Open women, hard tail, Veterans and under 17 categories. Spot prizes galore and a trophy for the winner.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

An opportunity to enjoy contrasting ballets conceived and created in New York City.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

Sam Hill (vocals, guitar) and Simon Tester (guitar) 'Assembly Required' are a high energy highly entertaining duo who never fail to deliver crowd cheering, toe tapping, foot stomping performances.

Showtime Australia brings ABBAsolutely fABBAulous, a theatrical recreation of the very best of ABBA live in concert.Amazing costumes, superb harmony and great musicianship.

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 Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

The 2012 Lions District 202J Convention will be hosted by Mayfield Lions.

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The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

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.

The Loons Circus Theatre Co. is bringing the wildly popular "Hanussen",a "raunchy night full of circus, song, theatre and mayhem”, and is based on the true story of Jewish psychic, Erik Jan Hanussen.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

Stalls,food, live entertaiment.

Mid Canterbury Plunket is proud to present an Evening with Nigel Latta, well known psychologist and presenter of "The Politically Incorrect Parenting Show".

A centenial reunion is being held for past pupils and staff who attended the school before it closed in 1964.

This popular weekly market, held in the centre of Ashburton's town centre - the West Street Carpark, features an interesting mix of stalls selling all types of quality crafts & collectable items.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

Event held at Arrowsmith Station and offering a variety of options: Arrowsmith Marathon 42.2 km (a highcountry marathon), Lake Face 17 km Trail Run, and Arrowsmith Thee Ride - 42 km MTB Race or Ride.

Association of Rover Car Clubs National Rally, Easter 2012 (6, 7, 8 & 9 April)

Methven's town centre will turn into a motorcycle street racing course at Easter. An event full of colour, spectacle, noise and excitement.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

The DEFI returns to Canterbury High Country on Saturday 7th April 2012. Terrace Downs Resort will again host one of New Zealand’s most challenging yet stunning multisport events.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

Annual Auction of poultry, ducks, pigeons, rabbits, cage birds and cavies.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

Held every second Sunday over summer with a great selection of home grown produce and local artisan food. If you don't come for a wander around you are missing something very special!

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

This event is suitable for riders of all abilities with three different tracks available over the iconic Mt Somers station. Marvellous scenery. Great spot prizes up for grabs.

Hot Pink with Penny Ashton is a loads-of-laughs-a-minute comedy show that incorporates poetry, songs, ukulele and stand-up, to dissect the dilemmas of a modern woman. Back in Ashburton by demand.

The Ashburton District Farmers’ Market is a regular, fresh, quality, food market that promotes direct sales from producer to consumer.

After hugely successful tours of Australia and the UK, the Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to be performing this enchanting production, originally created by English National Ballet.

See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 10 years!

Come along for a great day out in the Tinwald Domain.

Come and join stylist Lisa O'Neill for a night of fun and laughs and learn about what clothes are right for your body shape. Get the girls together for a great night out supporting Plunket!

Planned opening date for the 2012 season. Be one of the first to ski or ride Mt Hutt for the season.

Ashburton Fanciers Society 121st Annual Show of Poultry, pigeons, ducks, rabbits, cats cage birds and cavies.

Mid Canterbury Wedding Expo and Bride of the Year

Les Ballets Eloelle are bringing their new production of "Men In Tutu’s" - the most spectacular, talented and hilarious all-male comedy ballet ever back to New Zealand.

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.

From the Mountains to the Sea NZRA Conference 2012.

Where town meets country,135th Annual A&P Show