Tulips offer a spectacular show. Photo / Justine Hall
Tulips offer a spectacular show. Photo / Justine Hall
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Good old days The Paeroa antique festival, September 20-21, has a street parade featuring vintage cars and period costumes, an old-fashioned tea party, a grand chess challenge and art exhibitions.
Spring at last The Spring Festival at theWellington Botanic Garden opens with Tulip Day on September 28. The programme of family-friendly activities runs until October 12.
Close to heaven At Beervana, the BrewNZ national beer awards, beer lovers can comment on entries, sup on beers brewed especially for the event, and try beer and food matches. Runs September 5-6 at the Overseas Terminal, Wellington. Sessions cost $25 and include a commemorative glass. Food and beer extra. It's R18.
Clowning around Learn about walking a tightrope, riding a unicycle or acting like a clown at the Community Circus Convention in Dargaville, September 5-7. Caters for all ages and abilities. Cost for three days, including meals, is $350. Register by August 31.
Getting to know you During Conservation Week, September 7-14, the Department of Conservation invites people to Meet the Locals. It's a chance to meet its staff and learn about different areas.
Take the kids Mocktails, treasure hunts, movies and singing competitions are among activities for kids at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel during the September school holidays.
