Directory
Art & Entertainment
Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert
First Thursday of the month, 7 pm - 9.30 pm, $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome.
BYO instruments or just come to listen: All Welcome
Contact person: Allan Mortensen | Phone: 09 439 6933 | Mobile: 021 439 697 | Email: allan.mortensen@integrity.nz | Address: Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville | Schedule: 7pm, 1st Thursday of the month
Anzac Theatre
Our awesome theatre has the latest movies on show. Why not have dinner and stroll up the hill to the ANZAC Theatre or see a movie first before having a meal in town.
Check out what is on at the movies this week at the Anzac Theatre here
Contact person: Vern Woods | Phone: 09 439 8997 | Mobile: 0211 176 732 | Email: info@anzactheatre.co.nz | Address: Hokianga Road, Dargaville
Big River Art Gallery
Big River Gallery is home to the artworks of Jean Sircombe, long time resident of Dargaville. Jean has been creating her art for many years and they span a variety of genre .
Contact person: Jean Sircombe | Phone: 09 439 0255 | Address: 17a Murdoch Street, Dargaville
Celtskin
Leather and bike clothing repairs / alterations
Contact person: Sue Fowlie | Mobile: 0272 092 499 | Email: celtskin@gmail.com | Schedule: Oilskin Satchel & Pouch Suppliers
Circus Kumarani
Circus Kumarani is a community based organisation promoting and teaching circusantics open to the community to participate.
Phone: 09 439 5152 | Address: 15 Onslow St, Dargaville | Schedule: Great Fun While Learning Great Skills - Something for all ages
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Dargaville Arts Association Inc
The Dargaville Arts Association have given their gallery space to the ANZAC Theatre so that the Theatre could keep operating providing our community with cinematic entertainment. They are currently looking for a new space so if you are able to assist, please contact John Pickworth.
Contact person: John Pickworth | Mobile: 0275 258 189 | Email: info@dargavillearts.co.nz
Dargaville Library
Opening hours: Monday-Friday 9.30am–5pm and Saturday 9.30am–12.30pm. Late night Thursday open until 6pm.
Phone: 0800 532 542 | Email: library@kaipara.govt.nz | Address: 71 Normanby Street, Dargaville
Dargaville Little Theatre
The Dargaville Little Theatre have productions throughout the year. Watch the Kaipara Lifestyler for upcoming auditions and performances or check out their Facebook page at DargavilleLittleTheatre.
Contact person: Deborah Steele | Phone: 09 439 4823 | Email: dargavillelittletheatre@gmail.com | Address: 241 Victoria Street, Dargaville
Flax & Fibre
Flax and Fibre is a flax florist and offers the full process of flax weaving. From flax garden to finished item. Onsite gallery and online orders.
Gallery Hours:
Contact Heather on 439 7875 to check opening hours.
There are some great offers on Flax and Fibre Facebook page.
Contact person: Heather Carrington | Phone: 09 439 7875 | Address: 4494 State Highway 14, Tangowahine, Dargaville 0372 | Schedule: Flax/Harakeke arts and crafts shop · Florist · Art gallery
Kings School of Dance
The dance school offers after school lessons week-days Monday - Friday during the primary school terms.
Classes taught are:
- Classical Ballet
- Tap Style
- Jazz Style
- Hip-Hop
Kings School of Dance nurtures each student’s education, allowing them to achieve individual greatness.
Phone Sonja to enrol your little one, experienced students welcome too.
Ph: 021 2326 966
Contact person: Sonja King | Phone: 09 439 0280 | Mobile: 0212 326 966 | Email: kings.sch.dance@slingshot.co.nz | Address: 8 Heawa Road, R D 1, Aratapu, Dargaville 0371
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Maestro Music
CLASSICAL PIANO, SINGING AND THEORY TUITION
My name is Sonja Whitehouse. I am a classical music teacher in Dargaville. I completed a Bachelors degree in Music in 2007, specialising in classical singing, choral conducting and piano. I am also registered as an Associate Member with the Institute of Registered Music Teachers in New Zealand. I believe everyone is born with musical potential and I endeavour to provide my students with the highest quality of music education that will allow them to develop their potential, play with passion and ultimately love music for life.
I am offering piano, theory and singing lessons in Dargaville at $27.50 per half hour/$55 per hour.
Please me email me at maestromusic1@outlook.com or call 021 068 6834 if you would like to enquire.
Contact person: Sonja Whitehouse | Mobile: 021 068 6834 | Email: maestromusic1@outlook.com
Muddy Waters Gallery
Amazing displays of creation by local artists including cards, jewellery, feltwork, and so much more.
The Muddy Waters Gallery is currently looking for a new home so if you can assist, please contact John Pickworth on 0275 258 189.
Contact person: John Pickworth | Email: admin@dargavillearts.co.nz
Nelson's Kaihu Kauri
Kauri Gallery near Dargaville
Nelson's Kaihu Kauri Gallery is situated at Kaihu, 30 kms North of Dargaville, on State Highway 12 - heading towards Kai Iwi Lakes or Waipoua Forest.
Nelson's Kaihu Kauri Gallery features:
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A large range of wood art
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Pottery
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Hand-blown glass
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Greenstone
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Paua
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Handmade soaps
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Local paintings
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And a wide range of New Zealand-made gifts and souvenirs.
Contact person: Nelson Parker | Phone: 09 439 7227 | Email: kauri.furniture@xtra.co.nz · | Address: Kaihu
Northern Wairoa Country Music Club
Join us on the first Sunday of each month for a toe tapping time.
Contact person: Bruce | Phone: 09 439 5513 | Address: Scout Hall, Onslow Street, Dargaville
Northland Field Days
The Northland Field Days has been an annual event since 1983 and is a highlight on the Northland calendar. Not just for farmers, there are market stalls, wagon rides, food vendors, children's area, and much more.
Come along and join the fun!
Contact person: Julie Fox | Phone: 439 8998 | Email: info@northlandfielddays.co.nz | Address: 33 Awakino Point East Road
Peggy Purls in our Community
Every third Wednesday at 10.30 am at the Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby Street, Dargaville.
Contact person: Marion | Address: 59 Normanby Street, Dargaville
The Kauri Museum
The award winning Kauri Museum tells the story of our pioneering settlers though the lens of the Kauri Industry. The museum specialises in the legacy of our Kauri Forests; specifically the strong durable timber and the highly prized Kauri Gum. Experience the adventures of our pioneering settlers and appreciate the legacy of our Kauri forests.
- Explore our interactive hands on displays
- Venture into our historic buildings, escape into the pages of our history
- Get to know the people behind the mannequins and their stories
As part of the Museum complex, The Gumdiggers Cafe is located directly opposite the Museum.
Contact person: Reception | Phone: 09 431 7417 | Email: info@kaurimuseum.com | Address: 5 Church Road, RD 1, Matakohe 0593 | Schedule: Open 9 am to 5 pm
The Woodturners Studio
Contact person: Rick Taylor | Phone: 09 439 4975 | Mobile: 027 4489 652 | Email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz | Address: 71 River Road, Dargaville
Tika Pono Toi Gallery & Studio
Located in the CBD is the innovation of esteemed carver, Mark Lang, showcasing traditional and contemporary Maori carvings.
This gallery is beautifully designed and displays a broad range of exhibits from local artists in vaious mediums.
Mark also has a working studio within the gallery facilitating creative well-being workshops through the art of carving and kowhaiwhai painting.
Contact person: Mark Lang | Mobile: 022 595 2109 | Email: Mark@tikaponotoigallery.co.nz | Address: 3 Poto Street, Dargaville | Schedule: Traditional and Contemporary Maori Carvings