What's On Southland & South Otago

Burma’s Peacock Film Festival – Sunday, May 4 at 1:30pm
Join hosts Alan & Yvonne Wilkinson and Virginia Henderson for a special selection of short documentaries that celebrate the courage and resilience of the people of Myanmar. Filmed by brave citizen journalists and produced by the Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB), these films offer an authentic, raw look at the fight for freedom.
Venue: Calvin Community Church, 25 Robertson Street, Gore
Entry: Free – koha invited.
Donations go directly to earthquake relief, food, medicine, and ongoing film work.

Gore Repertory Presents: A Night With Bill
A youth comedic double feature: Mmm Beth and Shakespeare’s Bachelorette – modern and hilarious takes on the Bard’s classics.
Where: Little Theatre, Gore
Dates & Times:
May 8, 9, 10 at 7:30pm
May 11 at 4:00pm
May 16, 17 at 7:30pm
May 18 at 4:00pm
Tickets:
$25 Waged
$20 Unwaged
$18 Student
Available from St James Theatre or online at iTicket.

Album release tour "The land of the Rolling R" - by Brenny and the Bushwhackers
plus, a fundraiser for the Waikaia Forest Trails.
The Great Southland Hall Party – Riversdale
An epic night of live Southland music is coming to the Riversdale Hall, Friday May 9th at 7PM!
Featuring two homegrown bands:
• Brenny & the Bushwhackers
• Lachie Hayes & the Tokonui Chainsaw Massacre
With accolades like Gold Guitars Overall Runner Up, Southland Entertainer of the Year, and a QSM for Services to Music, you’re in for an unforgettable night.
Tickets available now: www.iticket.co.nz/events/2025/may/great-southland-hall-party
Bring your dancing shoes – and support a great cause while you’re at it!

Waimumu Art Exhibition – May 10–14, 2025
Held every two years, the Waimumu Art Exhibition showcases a wide range of local creativity.
Where: Waimumu Te Tipua Hall
When: Saturday, May 10 to Wednesday, May 14, 10am–4pm daily
Entry: $5 at the door
Opening Night: Friday, May 9 at 7pm – tickets $15 from Country Living Gore. Enjoy wine, nibbles, and early access to the works.
Guest Artists: Caroline Wilkinson & Kathryn Crowley
Follow @waimumuarts on Instagram for updates.

Balfour Rugby Football Club 125th Jubilee 
The Balfour Rugby Football Club are celebrating it 125 years at  Matariki weekend 20th - 22nd June 2025.
They are calling on all past and present members, players, supporters who wish to join in the celebration to register. Please check out their Facebook page for details or call Krusty on 0272952177

Justice of the Peace – Available Weekly
Need a document signed or witnessed?
A Justice of the Peace is available every Wednesday from 6:30PM–7:30PM at the Gore District Library.
JPs provide free services to the public and can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Administer affidavits and statutory declarations
Can’t make it Wednesday? Find a JP anytime at: justiceofthepeace.org.nz

Gore Community Patrol – Volunteers Wanted
Looking for a meaningful way to contribute to your community?
Gore Community Patrol is seeking volunteers to help keep our town safe. Work alongside trained patrollers and community partners to help prevent crime and reduce harm.
To learn more or sign up:
Visit: www.cpnz.org.nz  or email: [email protected]

Become a Big Buddy – Change a Life
Family Works Southland is looking for volunteers in Gore and Invercargill to become Big Buddies — giving just 2–3 hours a week to mentor a young person in need.
Encourage confidence, social skills, and connection through a lasting friendship.
Interested? Learn more at: pss.org.nz/family-works/services/buddy-programme