BBC in Martinborough

Attention all music lovers! The monthly BBC (Blackboard Concert) has re-established itself in the refurbished Martinborough Lions’ Den and is going well. 

Featherston’s Paul Mason is now the organiser and has introduced an interesting evening of 2 halves.  First there are two items from each performer or group, followed by a session that has ranged from random duos and general jamming to guest artists. … Continue Reading

Wellington Wine Country – 2017 Vintage overview

After the long, bright summer of 2016, the cool, overcast opening months of 2017 signaled the beginning of one of the region’s more challenging seasons. We saw rainfall more frequently than any season since 2004. If the summer was measured on the number of days in the swimming pool, it would be put down as one to forget, but the wine in barrel is revealing another story. … Continue Reading

Shed Sale

The Mens Shed fundraising Shed Sale took place on Saturday 17th June . The sale was a great success with the good number of early birds passing through getting the best bargains. There were about 170 items, mostly handmade, ranging from furniture and tools to toys. Approximately $1,500 was raised which will be used for various expenses and activities at the Mens Shed on Cork Street. … Continue Reading

Pettman Ensemble to perform in Greytown

The Pettman Ensemble is undertaking a tour of the UK and Germany in September, and the Greytown Music Group is fortunate to be hosting a pre-tour concert from the group in Greytown on 23 July at 4pm.

Funded by British philanthropists Barrie and Maureen Pettman, who believe that musically gifted children should be financially helped to reach their full potential, the 2017 Ensemble is composed of Auckland University senior lecturers pianist Stephen De Pledge and cellist Edith Salzmann, violinist Amalia Hall, honours student violist Julie Park, and 15 year old violinist Benedict Lim. … Continue Reading