At first glance, inland saline ecosystems may look like barren wastelands. Look a little closer and you’ll see a hidden world of small and beautiful salt-tolerant plants and invertebrates thriving in these seemingly inhospitable conditions. In this talk, geologist Sophie Briggs from the University [...]
THE TOUR IS NOW FULLY BOOKED! HOWEVER YOU MAY WISH TO JOIN THE WAITLIST USING THE BOOKING FORM BELOW. Join us on a tour of the inland saline ecosystem at Chapman Road Scientific Reserve to see what happens when geology, climate, and oceans intertwine, [...]
Join museum experts from Tūhura Otago Museum as they conduct a review of Taonga Tūturu, Māori Artefacts, at our local museums. This roadshow invites the public to witness these experts as they examine collections from the Central Otago Museum, including Māori artefacts and natural history [...]
Unfortunately, tonight's event has been cancelled due to the ill health of our guest speaker. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Registered attendees will be given priority when the event is rescheduled. Thank you for your support. When the bones of gigantic [...]
Preserving the history of New Zealand one rose at a time is Murray Radka’s passion—a dedication that has earned him international recognition. A former Dunstan High School history and English teacher, as well as a guidance counsellor, Murray has established a rose museum on [...]
Looking for funding for your next heritage project? 13 Aug 2025, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Alexandra Community House, 14/20 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra RSVP: Freephone: 0800 10 12 40 Phone: (03) 479 0994 Email:[email protected]
Looking for funding for your next heritage project? Wednesday 13 Aug 2025, 2:30 pm – 4:00pm Central Lakes Trust Boardroom, 190 Waenga Drive, Cromwell RSVP: Freephone: 0800 10 12 40 Phone: (03) 479 0994 Email:[email protected]
This free workshop will guide local community and non-profit groups in Central Otago through the building blocks of a successful funding ask. This is open to anyone who relies on funding or fundraising to support their organisation, club, event, or project. Date: Tuesday 19 [...]
When the bones of gigantic extinct birds were found in Aotearoa New Zealand by European scientists in the 1840s they created a worldwide sensation. The existence of the monstrous Moa on these remote and isolated islands was described as “the zoological discovery of the [...]
Haehaeata Natural Heritage Trust is holding its Annual General Meeting where they celebrate last year's achievements and host a speaker. This year they are very excited to be hosting.... Paul Scofield the Curator of Natural History at Canterbury Museum and an Adjunct Professor in [...]
Otago was New Zealand’s most economically successful region in the late nineteenth century. Gold and other industries relied on local and imported engineering equipment and expertise – and locals also developed innovations of their own. As a result, engineering heritage is woven into the [...]
Glamorous gowns show off Central Otago landscapes, thanks to Eden Hore. The book Central Otago Couture, about the story of Eden Hore’s designer fashion collection, now owned by the Central Otago District Council, has sold so well it is being reprinted. The combination of biography and [...]