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8 things to do in the Bay

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8 Jan, 2016 11:24 PM3 mins to read

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Hawke's Bay has plenty of activities and events for people of all ages
to enjoy. Austrid Austin lists 8 of the best on offer.

1 Justice of the Peace (JPs):

A Justice of the Peace will be available. Having a JP helping you is free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. Havelock North Library, 28 Te Mata Rd, Havelock North. Today, 10am to 12pm. For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2015/justice-of-the-peace-jps/havelock-north

2 Big Save Elite Road National Championships - Women's Race:

The Big Save Elite Road National Championships is New Zealand's premier national road cycling event, attracting New Zealand's top professional cyclists. People of all ages are welcome to watch the event unfold. The Women's Road Race covers 117 kilometres of course that travels along both Napier Hill streets and rural Hawke's Bay roads. Marine Parade 48 Marine Parade, Napier. Today, 10am. For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/big-save-elite-road-national-championships-womens-race/hawkes-bay-gisborne

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3 Summer Sessions:

Kick back, relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talent, while spending time with your friends and family. There is no door charge.

Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, 1769 Maraekakaho Rd, Hastings. Today, noon to 3pm. For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2015/saturday-sessions/hastings

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4 Music in the Vines:

Ash Ridge features a series of small Saturday night concerts throughout January featuring local artists. Today, Centerpiece will be performing. It is a great way to relax in stunning surroundings amongst the vines. Open to all ages, with free entry. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Ash Ridge Wines, 2543 State Highway 50, Hastings, Today, 4pm to 7pm. For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/music-in-the-vines/hastings

5 Bowyang presents 'Rock the Ages':

Fraser and Rory MacKenzie join with Matty C and Ella Molloy to present an evening of acoustic and electric rock as they play classic songs from the rock and folk-rock genres. $10 at door. Bar open R18 or accompanied by parent. The Cabana, 11 Shakespeare Rd, Napier. Today, 8pm to 11pm. For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/bowyang-presents-rock-the-ages/napier

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6 Chub Renata band:

The Chub Renata band play Funky Rhythm and Blues.There will be Hangi food available from 7pm. All ages welcome. Cactus Jacks, 42 High Street, Waipawa. Today, 8pm to 11pm.

For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/chub-renata-band/waipawa

7 Waimarama Beach Day:
A chance for the whole family to relax and enjoy what Hawke's Bay has to offer, all while raising money for the team at Waimarama Surf Lifesaving Club. Activities include The Dash for Cash, The Beach Dig and The Sandcastle Competition, as well as Miss & Mr Waimarama. MORE FM will be onsite providing a BBQ for everyone. Waimarama Beach, Harper Rd, Waimarama, Hastings. Tomorrow, 9am For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/waimarama-beach-day/hastings

8 Big Save Elite Road National Championships-Men's & U23 Race:
The Big Save Elite Road National Champ-ionships is New Zealand's premier national road cycling event, attracting NZ's top professional cyclists. People of all ages are welcome to watch the event unfold. The Elite Men's Race is on the final day and follows an 180km course. Marine Parade 48 Marine Parade, Napier. Tomorrow, 9am. For more information visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/big-save-elite-road-national-championships-mens-u23-race/hawkes-bay-gisborne

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