What's on

Saturday, 1 August 

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Registrations are now open for the inaugural Mr Twizel competition! 

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This is a fundraiser for the new Twizel Area School playground, proudly brought to you by MOW Bar and the Home and School Committee. 

22 and 29 August

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The NZ Mountain Film Festival is back for 2026 and better than ever!

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This year we will be screen two different film packages over two weekends in August. Stay tuned for more information!

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5 September

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Spots for this tournament are filling up surprisingly fast!

Register today: lark13@hotmail.co.nz

Tee off at 12pm - meal provided afterwards.

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Support great charities, great prizes, great hospitality

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13 September 

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Can you get to the mountain under your own steam?

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Join us for the second annual Ōhau Green Steam on Sunday, 13 September 2026 and challenge yourself to reach Ōhau without using a car.

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Whether you choose to walk, run, cycle, ski-tour, or combine methods, Green Steam is all about embracing active transport, reducing emissions, and enjoying the journey as much as the destination.

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Last year a small but determined group took on the challenge. This year we're opening registrations for just 20 participants, so get in early to secure your place.

What is Green Steam?

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Participants travel to Ōhau under their own steam, celebrating sustainable recreation and the incredible landscapes of the Mackenzie Basin and Waitaki region.

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This is not a race. It's a personal challenge and a community adventure.

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Event Details:

 Sunday, 13 September 2026
Lake Ōhau / Ōhau Snow Fields
Further event information provided upon registration

 Entry Limit

 Entries are strictly limited to 20 participants.

24 September

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Register today: benohaugolf@xtra.co.nz

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Morning tea at 9am. Tee off at 10am.

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Prizes and raffles available!

25-27 September 

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Small Town. Big Creativity.

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Join us for the inaugural Twizel Arts Festival – a vibrant weekend celebrating creativity in the heart of the Mackenzie.

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Across three days, Twizel will come alive with workshops, performances, exhibitions, markets and interactive experiences that showcase the incredible talent of our community and visiting artists.

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Whether you're a passionate artist, an enthusiastic beginner, or simply looking for a fantastic weekend out, there's something for everyone.

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Festival Highlights:

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 Art Exhibition

 Pottery Workshops with Nikki Wallace-Bell

 Landscape Photography Workshop with Jeff Ng

 Weaving Workshops with Evita

 Craft Market

 Self-Guided Street Art Trail

 Community Showcase Evening

 Lakes Ballet Performance

 Highland Dancers

 Community Wearable Arts Show

 Opening Wine & Cheese Evening

 Live music and creative experiences throughout the   weekend

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Tickets on sale 13 July

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3 October

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Spots for this tournament are filling up surprisingly fast!

Register today: lark13@hotmail.co.nz

Tee off at 12pm - meal provided afterwards.

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Support great charities, great prizes, great hospitality

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25 & 26 October

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Just 3 months to go!

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How's training going? Whether you're deep into your plan or just getting started, there's still plenty of time to get ready for Hard Labour Weekend.

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Entries open now twizelhardlabour.org.nz

Whether you need support, or something to keep your little ones busy, there's no shortage of things for parents in Twizel. 

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• Jitterbugs

• Little Movers Playgroup

• Arowhenua Whānau Services

• Twizel Mum Hub

• Plunket Toy Library & Playgroup

• Twizel Plunket Clinic

• Little Lattes coffee group

South Island Rowing Inc. are a voluntary organisation that operates and maintains the Meridian Rowing Centre on the shores of Lake Ruataniwha.

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Every year they host a number of rowing regattas, private events and the SI Canoe Sprint Championships.

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Full 2025/26 timetable available here.