Thursday 9 October
Stones in his Pockets: This fast-paced tragicomedy is set in a small community in rural Ireland where filming of a Hollywood movie has taken over the town. Presented by Waiheke on Stage and staring Avi Ducker-Jones and Simon Deighton. From 9-18 October at Artworks Theatre at 7.30pm except Sundays when matinee is 2pm. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Gulf News Thursdays in Surfdale: Make new friends over a cuppa, cake and chat from 1- 3pm every Thursday at the Surfdale Hall.
Reach Out Wellbeing Gardens: Come view the gardens, meet the team and enjoy some herbal infused teas and a bite to eat for Mental Health Awareness week. Please carpool as parking is limited. Thursday 9 October from 10am-12pm at 56 Korora Road, Oneroa.
E-Waste October at the Recovery Park: Clear out all your old electronics with our month of e-waste disposal. Week 1 till 12 October is televisions and screens. Household batteries, phones and tablets can be dropped off anytime at the Recovery Park, 110 Ostend Road.
Believe It or Not quiz: Every Thursday from 7-9pm at Club Waiheke Bowling Club, Surfdale. All welcome.
Friday 10 October
Te Ao Mārama at Upcycle: Local artist Lyndal Jefferies is exhibiting her series of textured moon paintings at Upcycle gallery until 20 October. Upcycle, Pendragon Mall, Oneroa. Open 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday and 10am-3pm Sunday.
Waiheke Musical Museum: An amazing collection of musical instruments from around the world. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10.30am-1.30pm, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa. Entry by donation.
Pop Up Pub: Monthly gathering of Blackpool residents and friends. BYO food and drink plus gold coin donation for hall hire. From 6pm-8pm at the Blackpool Old School Hall.
Winemaker’s Hour at Cable Bay: Ashton Henriks offers a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking every Friday at 2pm at Cable Bay Vineyard, 12 Nick Johnstone Drive, Oneroa.
Community Lunch: Create a delicious lunch while reducing food waste. Free. Cooking starts at 11am and eating at 1pm. Every Friday, the Waiheke Sustainability Centre, Mako Street.
Saturday 11 October
Ostend Saturday Market: Locally made crafts, books, artisan food and more. Every Saturday 8am-1pm. Under the trees and in the Ostend Memorial Hall, Belgium Street. waihekeostendmarket.co.nz
Museum and Historic Village: Open Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 11am-3pm at 165 Onetangi Road. Entry by donation.
Biketober Electric Bike Basics: Join Mark Boswell to discuss what to look for (and look out for), with an opportunity to ask all the questions about buying, trying, selling and maintaining electric bikes and batteries. From 10.30am-12pm at Bike Hub at the Sustainability Centre, Oneroa. Free workshop but register at wrt.org.nz/events/
Waiheke Waka Ama Open Day: First Avenue, Eastern end of Onetangi Beach from 11am-1pm. All ages welcome. Sausage sizzle and merch available. Weather permitting. Rain date, 12 October.
Waiheke Primary School Quiz Night After Party: The after-party takes place in the Waiheke Primary School Hall from 9pm-midnight. Tickets are $30 from Eventbrite, and all proceeds go towards bridging funding gaps at the kura.
Museum and Historic Village: Open Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 11am-3pm at 165 Onetangi Road. Entry by donation.
Sunday 12 October
Waiheke Community Art Gallery: Last day to see exhibitions Mosaics of Memory by Artist in Residence Jody Rallah; Sequence by Oh Seung Yul and Works from former Artists in Residence from the Stock Room. Open seven days from 10am-4pm, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa. Free entry.
Red Shed Gallery: The Palm Beach gallery is open weekends, 10am-4pm at 74a Palm Road. Lots of works for sale from previous and current exhibitions.
Monday 13 October
Living Strong: Eight free one-hour sessions focused on clear and proven strategies to live longer, feel better and enjoy life. Mondays from 1pm-2pm at St John Hall, Ostend. To register call Ostend Medical on 372 5005 or email
jacki@ostendmedical.co.nz
Intro to Improv: Learn the basics of improvisation from local improv legends Lisa Garrity and Catherine Boyd-Bell. Every Monday at Artworks Theatre from 7-9pm. $10 per week.
E-Waste October at the Recovery Park: Clear out all your old electronics with our month of e-waste disposal. Week 2 from 13-19 October is wires, cords and audio equipment. Household batteries, phones and tablets can be dropped off anytime at the Recovery Park, 110 Ostend Road.
Tuesday 14 October
Quiz night: Believe It or Not quiz nights every Tuesday from 7pm at Waiheke RSA in Ostend; $5 per head. Kitchen opens at 5pm.
Wednesday 15 October
Bingo: $20pp with all proceeds to Reach Out Waiheke, supporting mental health in our community. Sponsored by Placemakers, cash and spot prizes. 7pm start at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Surfdale.
Wai Hub Connect: Drop in for kōrero, kai and community connection. All welcome. Open every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11am-3pm. For more information contact Teresa on 027 683 7371 or teresa@reachoutwaiheke.org.nz. Waiheke Resources Trust, Oneroa.
Coming events
Biketober Bike Pecha Kucha: Come and delight in the tales of bike adventurers, bike enthusiasts, bike raconteurs and the bike-curious. Thursday 16 October from 7pm-9pm at the Waiheke Resources Centre, Oneroa.
Waves Waiheke: A grief education programme for adults bereaved by suicide. Starts Thursday 16 October from 6pm-8pm for eight weeks. Free and led by Dr Robin-Marie Shepherd and Dr Jaimie Wilkie. For more information contact Jaimie on 027 262 6996 or email jaimie@piritahi.co.nz
Q&A with Jill Goldson: Child Inclusion in Parenting Dispute Mediation: The Key to Keeping Family Separation Out of Court author Jill Goldson will be holding a Q&A session about child custody and the free mediation support offered in New Zealand at the Waiheke Library at 6.30pm on Thursday 16 October.
Between Book Launch: Join poet Sue Fitchett as she launches her new book Between at the Waiheke Library on Friday 17 October at 4pm. Nibbles and refreshments provided. Books for sale by cash or bank transfer.
Vogue: Chardonnay masterclass: Explore why Chardonnay remains one of the world’s most elegant, adaptable and en vogue wines. Guided through a tasting of Tantalus and international examples, you’ll see how Chardonnay moves from mineral and restrained to rich and opulent. Saturday 18 October from 5pm-6pm at Tantalus Estate, Onetangi Road. Tickets $50 per person. Book at Tantalus.co.nz
Dinner with Jasper Ridge: A sumptuous menu paired with award-winning Jasper Ridge Wines. $115 for three courses. For one night only from 6pm on Saturday 18 October at the Waiheke Bowling Club. Limited space, book via waihekebowlingclub@xtra.co.nz.
Worm Septic Systems: Principles of how worm-based septic (vermi-septic) systems work, cost, troubleshooting, maintenance and more. Sunday 19 October at 11am. Free workshop, but registration required. Email Marta:
marta@wrt.org.nz
Biketober Mountain Bike Sampler: Come along to our Mountain Bike Sampler Day and give mountain biking the trails and hills a trial with guidance from experienced riders. Riders of all ages and experience welcome. Sunday 19 October from 10am-12pm at Onetangi Sports Park.
The Growing Journey of Happiness: A free wellbeing workshop with practical ways to grow happiness and resilience. Facilitated by Wellbeing and Health coach Heidi Link at Waiheke Library on Sunday 19 October, 10.30am-1.30pm. Please RSVP at: iccwaiheke@gmail.com
Passione String Quartet: Featuring musicians studying at the University of Auckland. Sunday 19 October from 5pm. Tickets from musicalmuseum.org.nz
Winter spirits and cocktail masterclass: A monthly masterclass complete with tastings, stories, mixology magic and snacks from the Alibi kitchen. October’s spirit is vodka (with the Waiheke Distilling Co). Tuesday 21 October from 5-7pm at Alibi Brewing. Book at alibibrewing.co.nz
Love and Music: A Waiheke Musical Museum fundraiser bringing to the stage the extraordinary story of Joan and Lloyd Whittaker and their unique museum, told in words and music by museum’s renowned performers. Saturday 25 October 2025 at 5pm (Labour Weekend). Tickets from
musicalmuseum.org.nz
Ongoing events:
AA Driver and Vehicle Licensing Unit: First and third Wednesday of every month at Waiheke Adult Learning, Artworks complex, 8.30am-4pm. Enquiries phone 0800 822 422.
Waiheke Adult Learning: Courses and workshops to promote lifelong learning. For more information call 372 9868 or wal.org.nz. Located at Artworks complex, 2 Korora Rd.
Literacy Aotearoa Waiheke: Free classes in digital skills, computer training, essential communication, workplace readiness and more. Contact 022 5523 0408. Located at 8 Miami Avenue, Surfdale.
Amateur Radio Club: First Monday of the month at 7pm except on public holidays. Visitors welcome. Waiheke Community Radio, 4 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Badminton: Mondays and Thursdays from 7-9pm. All welcome, under 14s with an adult. Any questions text 027 910 4878. Recreation Centre at Waiheke High School, Donald Bruce Road.
Waiheke Cinema: Bookings at www.waihekecinema.co.nz. 2 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Bike Hub: Assistance with bike repairs and maintenance Thursdays-Sundays, 12-4pm on Mako Street, Oneroa.
Bingo in support of Project Reach Out: Every other Wednesday at 7pm. All welcome. 6.45pm. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Blackpool Residents Association Social Night: Every second Friday of the month, 6pm-8pm, Old Blackpool School. BYO snacks and gold coin towards hall hire.
Bowls: New players welcome on Wednesdays at 1.30pm and Sundays at 9.45am. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Breast Cancer Support Group meeting: Every second Tuesday of the month at Unit 2, 11 Moa Avenue, Oneroa, from 11am-1pm. For more information phone 372 7131.
Learn to play bridge: Beginner sessions at Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, Putiki Road. Enquiries to Claire Stainton 027 634 0985 or staintonclaire7@gmail.com
Bridge Club: Sessions are Tuesday at 9.45am, Wednesday at 6.45pm and casual play Thursday 1pm at Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. waihekebridgeclub.co.nz
2020 Bridge Club: Mondays 7pm online in RealBridge and Thursdays in person from 7pm at Morra Hall. Casual players welcome. 2020waihekebridgeclub.co.nz
Cards (500, euchre): on Thursdays at 1.30pm at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend.
Chat Group for the Elderly: Every Thursday from 10.30am-12pm at the Waiheke Library.
Chess Group: Social chess group meets Tuesdays 2pm-5pm at the Waiheke Library.
Choral Society: Every Tuesday at 7pm at Waiheke Musical Museum for choir practice. Phone Dee on 372 3456.
Citizens Advice Bureau: CAB Waiheke is open Monday-Friday 9.30am-3.30pm. Help with employment, tenancy and immigration issues and more. 372 8640
Club Night: Free live music from 6pm. All welcome. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Club Night: Every Friday from 6pm at RSA, 29 Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Community garden working bees: All ages and experience levels welcome. Blackpool garden – third Sunday of the month 8.30-11am, corner of Moa Avenue and Nikau Road. Ostend garden – second Sunday of the month 9-11.30am, 30 Putiki Road. Surfdale Food Forest – first Sunday of the month 9.30am-midday.
Costume Hire – Otherworlds: Amazing variety of costumes and accessories to hire. Open every Thursday from 12–5pm at Artworks Theatre.
Croquet Club: At Oneroa Old Bowling Club on Mako Street. All welcome. For more information phone 027 276 4024.
Darts Club: Every Thursday 5.30pm at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend. Friendly crowd, no need to register, all welcome.
Differently abled people and families: Support and get-togethers with Waiheke special needs group. For more information phone 022 191 0208.
Forest and Bird market stall: First Saturday of the month, 9am-12.30pm, Ostend Market. Lots of free information and pest-control advice. Bait and weed control products for sale.
Garden Club: Meets at Surfdale Hall, 1.30pm, fourth Friday of each month. New members welcome. Phone Sandra 022 171 1036.
Indoor bowls: 10.45am Tuesdays at the Red Cross rooms, above Waiheke Medical Centre, Oneroa.
Indoor bowls: From 1.30pm on Saturdays at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Justice of the Peace: Monday and Thursday from 10am-12pm at the Citizens Advice Bureau, and Wednesday and Friday 10am-12pm at the library.
Karaoke with No’oroa: Every other Wednesday at 7pm at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale.
Free legal clinic at CAB: Free half-hour legal appointments fortnightly on Fridays at Waiheke CAB in Oneroa. Contact 372 8640.
Improv night: Have fun with the legends from Waiheke Comedy on most Thursdays from 7pm at Artworks Theatre in Oneroa. Koha entry.
Life Drawing: Mondays 6.30pm and Wednesdays 9.30am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Meat Free Mondays: A plant-based dinner with guest chefs every month. Cooking from 4pm or dinner at 6pm. Waiheke Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Music and movement for babies, pre-schoolers and parents: Every Wednesday from 9.30-11am during term at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Oneroa. Gold coin koha and a piece of fruit if you can. All welcome.
Morra Hall: For latest events lineup visit morrahall.co.nz/calendar
Photographer’s Collective: 7.30pm, second Thursday of the month. Held at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre.
Pickleball: Indoor at Waiheke Recreational Centre on Donald Bruce Road. Wednesdays and Fridays 4.30pm-6pm; Saturdays 3.30pm-5.30pm; Sundays women’s session 3pm-4pm, open session 4pm-5.30pm. All abilities welcome. Outdoor schedule is kept using playtimescheduler.com, use either postal code 1971 or 1081 to enable notifications. For info call Jeff on 027 501 9628.
Piripoho/Consolation Support Group: For people affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide. First Thursday of month, 5-6.30pm at Hau Ora/Piritahi Marae. Contact Judy Davis 372 0022.
Playcentre: Early childhood education. New members welcome. Contact 372 9480. Waiheke Island Playcentre, 5a Albert Crescent, Ostend.
Play Circle: For children aged one to three. Mondays and Fridays 9-11am. Fossil Bay Yurt during school term times. For more information email info@fossilbay.co.nz
Playgroup: Old Blackpool School Hall, 9am–11am every Tuesday and Thursday. $5 per family. Just show up. Email waihekeplaygroup@gmail.com.
Free games of pool: Tuesday to Sunday at the Waiheke RSA, 29 Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Post partum circle: A place where mothers come together with their little ones. For babies under 1. Mondays 11.45am-1pm. Fossil Bay Yurt during school term times. For more information email Fossil Bay info@fossilbay.co.nz
Pottery: Mondays 6pm, Tuesday 9.30am, Wednesdays 6pm and Thursday 6pm at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Pre-School Crafts: Every Thursday from 11.10-11.45am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Puna Reo Bilingual Māori Playgroup: The Pavilion, Donald Bruce Road. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am-noon. For under 5’s. Phone Jane 021 139 1771 or 372 6991.
Quiz Nights ‘Believe It Or Not’ RSA: Every Tuesday night at 7pm $5 per person. Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend.
Quiz Nights ‘Believe It Or Not’ Club Waiheke: Every Thursday at 6.45pm. All welcome. $5pp at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. For more info visit waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Rebus Waiheke Meeting: First Friday of the month at Palm Beach Community Hall. Guest speakers and a social get together over morning tea for retired or soon-to-be retired residents. Visitors always welcome, no charge.
Rotary Waiheke: Meets each Monday from 7pm at Club Waiheke (Bowling Club), 2 Marama Ave, Surfdale. Phone Leighton 021 297 7360.
Sewing – All Things Fabric: Wednesdays 12.30pm and Fridays 9.30am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Scottish Country Dance Club: Every Monday from midday to 2.30pm. All welcome. Contact Shirley on shirleybutler@xtra.co.nz or 021 263 8483.
The Song and Poetry Thing: A live evening of original song and poetry in an open mic format. Last Thursday of every month. Performer sign-up at 6.30pm, event starts 7pm at the Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Spinning and Weaving: Mondays 9am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details visit catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Spirit of Waiheke Morning Tea: Share parenting experience while children play and friendships are formed. Wednesdays 10.30am-midday at The Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, 92 The Esplanade, Surfdale.
Storytime: Every Thursday from 10.45-11.10am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Table Tennis: Tuesday nights 7.30pm. All welcome. Morra Hall. Phone Mike on 022 648 3003. Sunday social table tennis at Onetangi Community Hall from 2-5pm. Call Hervé 020 409 1322.
Ladies Tennis: Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Onetangi Sports Park, 9.30am. Small groups and private lessons. Phone 021 880 020.
Tennis Club: Onetangi Sports Grounds. Sundays 9am-1pm, Wednesday 4pm-6pm, Friday 4-6pm. New members welcome.
Thula Mama singing for babies: Tea, conversation and singing with your baby. Every week from 9.15-10.45am at Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, Blake St, Surfdale. Come when you can.
Toastmasters: (every second Monday) 6.30pm at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Toy Library: Open fortnightly on Saturdays, from 9.30-11.30am. For details visit waiheketoylibrary.co.nz
Waka Ama Club: New members welcome. To join email wakaamawaiheke@gmail.com.
Wellness Wednesdays: Weekly pop-up health hub every Wednesday from 10.30am-2.30pm at Ostend Hall. Contact waihekePHA@gmail.com
Wiggle and Rhyme: Every Thursday from 10am-10.30am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Writers’ group: Thursdays 10am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details visit catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Yoga at Palm Beach Hall: Monday and Thursday 9am-10am, phone Robyn on 372 7278.
