What's On Southland & South Otago

Balfour Backyard Beauties 
Where: Balfour Sportsground
When: Sunday, March 1st
Gates open 10:00am, judging from 12:30pm
Details: Held alongside the Southern Tractor Pull
Wide range of cars, bikes, machinery and motorhomes on display
Market stalls, food vendors, cash bar
Activities and entertainment for children
Exhibitors welcome — all types of vehicles and machinery
Contact: Zaynor McLean: 027 326 9990 or Campbell McLean: 027 457 9506

Waikaia Forest Trails: Summer Walk Schedule
Dates: Tuesday 10 March – 9:00am
Location: Meet at Pump Park, Waikaia
Donation: Gold coin appreciated
Bring your walking shoes and enjoy a great way to experience the Waikaia Forest Trails!

Riversdale Maize Maze
Get lost in the fun at the Riversdale Maize Maze – a fundraiser for Waikaia Forest Trails Grade 3 Blue Trail and Riversdale Home & School’s new playground.
Where: 741 Mandeville–Kingston Crossing Road, Riversdale
When: March 14, April 18 – opens 10am
Details: Adults (13+) $10 | Kids $5 | Under 5 free | Family pass $30 (2 adults, 3 kids)
Cash preferred, EFTPOS available. BBQ and refreshments for sale.
Made possible thanks to the generous support of McClintock Farming.

Gore Vintage Car Club Car Boot Sale & Swap Meet
Where: Waimea Street, Gore
When: Sunday March 15, 9am–2pm
Details: Entry is $5 for adults, kids free. Stall sites are $10, including one free entry. A huge variety of items for sale, plus some indoor stalls, kids’ games and colouring, and a chance to meet club members.
To book or ask questions: Katherine 021 261 6986 or Ken 027 667 4102.

British Motorcycle Day 
When: Sunday, 15 March 2026 11.00am
Where: Old Mandeville Airfield, Southland
Prizegiving: 12:30pm
Free Admission
All motorcycles welcome — come along for a fantastic day of bikes, community, and fun!

Blue Mountain College 50th Reunion
When:  20–22 March 2026
What: Celebrate 50 years of Blue Mountain College!
All event details and registration information are available on the Facebook page: 50 Years of Blue Mountain College.

Gore Pakeke Lions Pop‑Up Book Sale
Where: Cardboard Factory/Recycling Plant, 117 Hokonui Drive, Gore
When: Friday, March 27th 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday, March 28th 9:00am to 4:00pm
Details: Wide range of books for all ages
Puzzles, CDs and DVDs also available
Hosted by the Gore Pakeke Lions

Wyndham Rugby Football Club – 125th Jubilee
Wyndham Rugby Football Club is celebrating 125 years of rugby, community, and history over ANZAC Weekend. Past and present players, supporters, families, and friends are invited to come together for three days of rugby, memories, and reunion.
When: Friday 24 April – Sunday 26 April
Where: Wyndham Rugby Football Club & Memorial Hall
Weekend Programme
Friday 24 April: Registration, Juniors & The Good Old Days. Registration, junior rugby, decade chats, and supper.
Saturday 25 April: April Rugby, Decades & Celebrations. Decade photos, Presidents Senior Cs and Division 1 matches, food trucks, live band, and supper. Sunday 26 April:  Golden Oldies, Women’s Rugby & Formal Dinner
Golden Oldies and women’s matches, followed by the formal 125th Jubilee Dinner at the Memorial Hall. (Dinner numbers are limited.) Ticket Options: Weekend Combo: $170 per person, Friday Night: $20, Saturday Afternoon & Night: $100, Sunday Dinner: $70
Important Information:  Decade photos will be based on the year you debuted for Wyndham RFC. The full schedule will be confirmed and published closer to the event. Early booking is recommended due to limited dinner capacity.
How to Register: Tickets available now at humanitix.com

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