• Celebrating 100 years of power

    Teviot Union Church Hall Scotland St, Roxburgh

    The Teviot Valley is gearing up to celebrate 100 years of electricity. There a a range of activities taking place on the day starting at 10am at the Teviot Union Church in Roxburgh. For more details visit: https://www.pioneerenergy.co.nz/100-years-of-energy/

  • Astronomy and Astrotourism Course – Alexandra

    Centennnial Court 96 Centennial Avenue, ALEXANDRA, New Zealand

    An astronomy and astrotourism course for the public with a special emphasis on Matariki is coming to Alexandra in April. Friday April 12th to 5 pm on Sunday April 14th. Centennial Court , Alexandra The course is being offered by the Aotearoa Astrotourism Academy [...]

  • CLYDE: Heritage Talks: Prehistoric Lake Manuherekia

    Clyde Museum 4 Blyth St, Clyde, New Zealand

    This Heritage Talk is now fully booked.  Bookings are essential as there are only limited seats available.  Lake Manuherekia - A Glimpse into our Prehistoric Past  Step back in time, around 19-16 million years ago, and explore the prehistoric marvel [...]

  • Heritage Talks: Love and Marriage – Polly’s wedding dress

    Cromwell Museum The Mall

    Marriage has meant different things at different times. The notion that romantic love should be the foundation of such partnerships has not always been a constant. Polly’s wedding dress provides a charming hook for exploring these ideas. 3pm Sunday 16th June, Cromwell Museum Guest [...]

  • BOOK LAUNCH: Frontline Surgeon – New Zealand medical pioneer Douglas Jolly.

    Cromwell Presbyterian Church 10 Elspeth St, Cromwell, New Zealand

    Central Otago Heritage Trust is delighted to partner with Massey University Press to celebrate the launch of Mark Derby's new book : Frontline Surgeon - New Zealand medical pioneer Douglas Jolly. 5:30pm, Wednesday 10 July 20024 Cromwell & Districts Presbyterian Church, 10 Elspeth St, [...]

  • Oral History Introductory Workshop

    Alexandra Community House 14/20 Centennial Avenue,, Alexandra

    This hands-on workshop, led by Rebecca Amundsen,  will give you the skills to preserve the memories of people who have a great story to tell. 10am - 4 pm, Saturday 13 July Alexandra Community House There is no cost for attending this workshop, but [...]

  • ‘Heritage Talks: Night Skies of Central Otago

    Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery Alexandra

    Dark, clear skies, unique celestial features and otherworldly landscapes make stargazing in Central Otago a magical experience. Night sky photographer, Andy Davey explores the cultural and astronomical aspects of the night skies unique to our Southern Hemisphere. Date: 6:30 pm,  Tuesday 20 August 2024 [...]

  • Huddl – Community Needs Assessment Survey

    huddl is a new initiative to strengthen and support community groups, charitable organisations and networks in Central Otago and Queenstown Lakes. By providing essential information, resources, guidance and mentor programmes huddl is here to make life easier for community groups. The community needs assessment [...]

  • Haehaeata Natural Heritage Trust AGM

    St Enoch's Church Alexandra 12 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, Otago, New Zealand

    Join the Haehaeata Natural Heritage Trust for their AGM and learn about the vegetation history of Central Otago, from the last ice-age to the present. All welcome! Date: 7pm Thursday 12 September Location: St Enoch's Church Lounge Guest Speaker: Dr. Matt McGlone - Emeritus researcher [...]

  • Heritage Talks – The Life and Times of Vincent Pyke

    Clyde Museum 4 Blyth St, Clyde, New Zealand

    Pyke St, Dunstan Hospital’s Vincent Ward, the Vincent Community Board are names we’re familiar with, but from whom did they originate? Meet Vincent Pyke: draper, miner, politician, writer, explorer and nineteenth century go-getter. Date: 6:30 pm, Wednesday, 25 September Location: Clyde Museum, Blyth St Russell [...]