West Coast
The wildest side of New Zealand, the West Coast has the power to touch your soul. The West Coast is a place of brooding mountains, icy glaciers and surreal coastal formations. The region is well known for its rich coal mining history in addition to its abundant unique natural attractions. Visit the Oparara limestone arches in Karamea and Kahurangi National Park, check out Greymouth the heart of the West Coast or travel further south and experience the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. more
Discover Nikau palms and semi tropical fruit trees in the north to temperate rainforests in the south. In between are wild coastlines, deserted beaches and dense forests all waiting to be explored by you. It’s the holiday you know you’ve been needing for ages.
Enjoy the 620km journey along the West Coast filled with rich mining history, natural attractions and activities for everyone to enjoy.
The West Coast towns include:
Buller: Karamea, Reefton, Westport and Punakaiki
Grey: Greymouthand Moana
Westland: Hokitika, South Westland, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier and Haast
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58 ON CRON - Franz Josef
58 ON CRON - Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly - Ideally situated just a short stroll into the main Franz Josef village, surrounded by native bush and majestic mountains, providing privacy for guests in tranquil, peaceful setting. Those exhausted from travel may wish to have a warm relaxing soak in the Glacier Hot Pools Complex opposite the Motel or meet the rare Rowi Kiwi at the West Coast Wildlife Centre.
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- +64 3 752 0627
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- 0800 662 766 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 58 Cron Street, Franz Josef, New Zealand
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AACHEN PLACE MOTELS - Greymouth, West Coast
AACHEN PLACE MOTELS - Greymouth, West Coast
Mobile-friendly - Aachen Place Motels offers Greymouth accommodation consisting of 13 studio and luxury family units. We offer quality at affordable rates. All units fully self-contained and serviced daily. Continental breakfast available. Restaurant 100 metres from motel for cooked breakfasts/evening meals. Motel one kilometre from town centre. Five-minute stroll to large children's playground, recreational park, swimming pool. Train pick-ups available by arrangement.
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- +64 3 768 6901
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- 0800 663 030 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 50 High Street, Greymouth, New Zealand
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ACE RENTAL CARS - Nationwide
ACE RENTAL CARS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Ace Rental Cars is New Zealand's largest locally owned rental car company. Rent the experience. All our vehicles are fully-serviced and maintained every 6 months. Ace Rental Cars now operate seventeen branches across fifteen cities throughout Australia and New Zealand. In addition to the core fleet of older vehicles, the company also provide a Premium fleet, featuring brand new vehicles.
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- +64 9 303 3112
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- 0800 502 277 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 39 The Strand, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
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ACROSS COUNTRY QUAD BIKES - Franz Josef
ACROSS COUNTRY QUAD BIKES - Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly - Experience the thrill of riding two-seater quadbikes through dense rainforest and braided riverbeds. Have fun in the sun and see spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the famous Franz Josef Glacier OR as we like to say, the wetter the better to get down and dirty in the mud and water. All wet-weather gear provided and no experience necessary.
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- +64 3 752 0123
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- 0800 234 288 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 133, Franz Josef, New Zealand
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APEX CAR RENTALS - Greymouth
APEX CAR RENTALS - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - Apex Car Rentals has been doing things 'the Kiwi way' for more than 25 years by providing exceptional customer service and respecting the different cultures we work with every day. Choose Apex for your New Zealand car hire and experience first-hand why our customers rate us the best car rental company in New Zealand.
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- +64 3 768 0785
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- 0800 939 597 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 164 Mackay Street, Greymouth, New Zealand
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ARTHUR'S PASS ALPINE MOTEL - Arthur's Pass
ARTHUR'S PASS ALPINE MOTEL - Arthur's Pass
Welcome to Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel, conveniently located in Arthur's Pass Village, in the heart of Arthur's Pass National Park in NZ's Southern Alps. 9 warm cosy cabins, all with their own kitchen, shower and toilet. Rooms are fully double glazed and can accommodate 1-5 guests. We offer free WIFI, mobile coverage and extensive information about the area.
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- +64 3 318 9233
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- +64 21 038 9284
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- 52 Main Road, Arthur's Pass Village, New Zealand
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ASURE ASPIRING COURT MOTEL - Haast
ASURE ASPIRING COURT MOTEL - Haast
Mobile-friendly - ASURE Aspiring Court Motel is situated in the Haast Township and in the heart of World Heritage Rainforest. Family and studio units which are modern, sunny, comfortable and ground-floor. All have kitchens and en suites and are smoke free. Three are access units. General store, card and credit card telephones on-site. Great central motel accommodation
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- +64 3 750 0703
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- 0800 500 703 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1 Marks Road, Haast, New Zealand
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ASURE CHELSEA GATEWAY MOTOR LODGE - Westport
ASURE CHELSEA GATEWAY MOTOR LODGE - Westport
Mobile-friendly - Spacious, comfortable ASURE 4-star rated accommodation in Westport, in the spectacular Northern West Coast. Great stop-over between the glaciers & the Nelson/Marlborough areas. Free WIFI, 50+ Sky channels, close to shops, supermarkets and restaurants. Studios 1, 2 and 3 bedroom family units, some with spa baths, and access units cater for all requirements. Free car parking and secure bicycle storage.
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- +64 3 789 6835
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- 0800 660 033 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 330 Palmerston Street, Westport, West Coast, New Zealand
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ASURE GABLES MOTOR LODGE - Greymouth
ASURE GABLES MOTOR LODGE - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - Superb accommodation in the heart of Greymouth. Experience excellence and comfort in our high-class range of studios and suites. Friendly hosts keen to assist. Located opposite the Aquatic Centre and the new Westland Sports Stadium and an easy drive to the wonderful natural Westland attractions. FREE unlimited Internet access and online booking. We have it all.
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- +64 3 768 9991
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- 0800 809 991 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 84 High Street, Greymouth, New Zealand
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ASURE HIGHPARK MOTOR INN - Greymouth
ASURE HIGHPARK MOTOR INN - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - ASURE Highpark Motor Inn is an ASURE 4-star rating Greymouth motel offering fully self-contained, daily-serviced luxurious and spacious apartments, including two access units with European showers and two executive suites with spa baths. Convenient central location in Greymouth, free train and bus station transfers available. Your hosts Lynda & Kevin Tucker promise you a warm welcome and friendly, personal service.
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- +64 3 768 4846
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- +64 27 289 5323
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- 0800 844 846 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 90 High Street, Greymouth, New Zealand
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AWARUA GUIDES - South West New Zealand
AWARUA GUIDES - South West New Zealand
A wilderness adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy an exceptional helicopter flight, then surf, hike, SUP, kayak, dive & fish for fantastic foods. Stay amongst incredible coastal wilderness, amazing chef & fun local guides to ensure the best possible stay. Our tailored adventures depart from Queenstown, with aditional options from Milford Sound and Haast in South Westland.
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AWATUNA HOMESTEAD - Hokitika
AWATUNA HOMESTEAD - Hokitika
Mobile-friendly - Awatuna Homestead offers a haven of relaxed comfort with timeless, country elegance in rural surroundings. Villa style homestead with gorgeous well-appointed bedrooms and bathrooms. Our guest lounge is a favourite gathering room to relax, exchange travel stories and share the days photos. Delicious platter style dinning, offers a relaxed ambience and easy conversation.
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- +64 3 755 6834
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- 9 Stafford Road, Awatuna, RD 2, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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BEACHFRONT HOTEL - Hokitika
BEACHFRONT HOTEL - Hokitika
Mobile-friendly - Located in Hokitika on New Zealand's West Coast is the stunning Beachfront Hotel. Five different categories of rooms from comfortable, elegant street-front Driftwood rooms to modern, luxury and spacious Ocean-view rooms with uninterrupted views of the beach and rugged Tasman Sea. Magnificent Penthouse. The Oceanview Restaurant and Bar, event facilities for weddings, conferences, meetings and parties. Your West Coast accommodation.
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- +64 3 755 8344
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- 0800 400 344 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 111 Revell Street, Hokitika, West Coast, New Zealand
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BELLA VISTA MOTEL FRANZ JOSEF - Franz Josef Glacier
BELLA VISTA MOTEL FRANZ JOSEF - Franz Josef Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Stay at our Franz Josef Glacier motel accommodation and experience our friendly service and modern units at competitive rates. Studio, Spa Bath, Family and Accessible units with free unlimited WiFi. We are located in the heart of the village, an easy walk to restaurants, activities and are just metres to the very popular Glacier Hot Pools.
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- +64 3 752 0008
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- 0800 235 528 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 34 Cron Street, Franz Josef, New Zealand
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BELLA VISTA MOTEL GREYMOUTH - Greymouth
BELLA VISTA MOTEL GREYMOUTH - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - Our superior smoke free accommodation includes a variety of studios and one bedroom units. The purpose built access units have been designed with parking at the door for your convenience. You have a choice of super-king, king, queen or single beds with electric blankets for those cooler nights. This property has been independently assessed by Qualmark as 4-star quality accommodation.
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- +64 3 768 7199
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- 0800 768 719 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 33-35 High St, Greymouth, New Zealand
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BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Westport
BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Westport
Mobile-friendly - Bella Vista Motel can fulfil your accommodation requirements whatever your reason for visiting Westport—business or pleasure. A great location with 18 self-contained and serviced units within walking distance to Westport town centre. Spa bath studios and single to king-size beds available. Free off-street car parking and bicycle storage, 50+ SKY channels, Free WIFI. Cooked and continental breakfast. Qualmark 4-star-rated Motel.
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- +64 3 789 7800
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- +64 274 875 148
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- 0800 235 528 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 314 Palmerston Street, Westport, New Zealand
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BELLBIRD MOTELS - Reefton
BELLBIRD MOTELS - Reefton
Range of warm, affordable units located beside a picturesque river in a relaxing natural setting. Short stroll to the town centre with the community facilities. All units fully self-contained. Nourishing continental breakfasts available. Reefton is close to many natural attractions. A great place to leave stress behind.
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- +64 3 732 8444
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- 0800 BELLBIRD or 0800 235 524 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 93 Broadway, Reefton, New Zealand
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BREAKERS BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION - Greymouth
BREAKERS BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - Magnificent location overlooking the Tasman with private track for beach access. All accommodation has fantastic sea views. Lie in bed, watch the rolling surf and be lulled to sleep by the sound of the breaking waves. A beachfront haven close to all attractions the West Coast has to offer. Explore the beach or sit back and enjoy the view.
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- +64 3 762 7743
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- 1367 State Highway 6, Runanga, Greymouth, New Zealand
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BULLER COURT ON PALMERSTON - Westport
BULLER COURT ON PALMERSTON - Westport
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to our beautifully renovated motel in the heart of the Northern West Coast in Westport. All ground-floor, our apartments are new and stylish, but still with those little extras that our guests love! Your accommodation is just a stroll to cafes, bars, restaurants, craft-shops and a short drive from the rugged beauty of the West Coast scenery and activities.
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- +64 3 789 7979
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- 0800 832 432 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 235 Palmerston Street, Westport, New Zealand
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BUSINESS FOR SALE NZ – nzbizbuysell - New Zealand wide
BUSINESS FOR SALE NZ – nzbizbuysell - New Zealand wide
NZbizbuysell is the go-to Business for Sale NZ listing website. We make it easy to search a huge range of top listings from small business for sale opportunities to large manufacturing, retail and online businesses for sale NZ wide. Choose from some of the most successful businesses in New Zealand listed by business brokers, franchise operators and private sellers.
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CAMPING IN NEW ZEALAND - New Zealand Wide
CAMPING IN NEW ZEALAND - New Zealand Wide
Freedom camping is permitted in many places in New Zealand but the rules vary in each community. To be certain about local camping regulations, we recommend you check out the freedomcamping.org website and get the Camping NZ or Camper Mate app. You can also ask at an i-SITE or Department of Conservation visitor centre or holiday park. #TiakiPromise
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- +64 4 499 0104
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- 0800 TIA HELP (842 4357) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- New Zealand Wide
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CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES - Hurunui Jacks, West Coast
CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES - Hurunui Jacks, West Coast
Mobile-friendly - Hurunui Jacks is situated on the West Coast and only metres from the spectacular West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail. Surrounded by National Park - it's 30 acres of total peace and tranquility. Your luxury canvas tent with a cosy tent stove, rests on a private spot on the banks of the Kaniere River, nestled amongst ancient virgin forest.
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- Hokitika, West Coast, South Island, New Zealand
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CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES - The Hexagon - West Coast
CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES - The Hexagon - West Coast
Mobile-friendly - The Hexagon is an atmospheric, off-the-grid rustic hut, built by an astrologer over 30 years ago. With stunning coastal views, fantastic glam camping facilities, and just 10 minutes from the famous 'Pancake Rocks', The Hexagon is the perfect place to stay on the wild West Coast.
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- State Highway 6, Fox River, West Coast, New Zealand
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Challenge Petrol Stations
Challenge Petrol Stations
Challenge was formed in 1998 with an emphasis on service that is built on the independence and unique nature of our owner-operated stations. Because we are New Zealand owned, Challenge quickly became a force in the industry offering matching fuel services with a local community feel.
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- +64800803803
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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- +64 22 608 8318
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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Lake Brunner Classic Boat Get Together 2023
Register via our website Time & Location 06 Oct, 6:00 pm – 08 Oct, 12:00 pm Lake Brunner, West Coast, New Zealand About the event Event schedule Oct 6 6:00pm Meet and Mingle drinks at Hotel Lake ...
Where: Hotel Lake Brunner, Moana, Grey
Address: 34 Ahau St, Moana, Moana, Grey
From: 6:00pm on Friday 6th October 2023
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 8th October 2023
Queen: It's a Kinda Magic
Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is returning in 2023 by popular demand! See the rock spectacular that everyone raved about in 2021, bringing their big sound, big screens, crazy lighting and outlandish costumes back for a ...
Where: NBS Theatre, Westport, Buller
Address: 105 Palmerston St, Westport, Buller
From: 8:00pm on Tuesday 10th October 2023
To: 10:30pm on Tuesday 10th October 2023
Queen: It's a Kinda Magic
Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is returning in 2023 by popular demand! See the rock spectacular that everyone raved about in 2021, bringing their big sound, big screens, crazy lighting and outlandish costumes back for a ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Cnr Mackay & Herbert Sts, Greymouth, Grey
From: 8:00pm on Wednesday 11th October 2023
To: 10:30pm on Wednesday 11th October 2023
Open Mic Jam Night
Comeone down to have a sing up on stage or just have a sing along and check out the talent. Equipment provided or you can bring your own. Chill out in the beer garden and enjoy the atmosphere of everyone coming ...
Where: Criterionhotel, Westport, Buller
Address: 218 palmerston st, Westport, Buller
From: 7:00pm on Friday 11th August 2023
To: 11:59pm on Friday 13th October 2023
Nocturnal Shadows: Burlesque & Basslines Halloween Show+Rave
Burlesque Show 730 - 9pm After-party Rave 9pm til 130am Halloween theme dress-up $30 pre-sales for show + after-party $40 door sales on the night (if not sold out) $10 pre-sales for after-party only (from 9pm) ...
Where: Railway Hotel, Greymouth, Grey
Address: 120 Mawhera Quay, Greymouth, Grey
From: 7:00pm on Saturday 14th October 2023
To: 1:30am on Sunday 15th October 2023
Riverside Drive
Live music at the Criterion Hotel The cris favourite band is back. Labour weekend. be ready to rock and dance the night away with our popular local artist.
Where: Criterionhotel, Westport, Buller
Address: 218 palmerston st, Westport, Buller
From: 9:00pm on Saturday 21st October 2023
To: 2:45am on Sunday 22nd October 2023
The Grumpiest Child in the World - Westport
Natalie Briddling is a world-class grump (according to her mum). Wanting to stand out, she’s hōhā with feeling average, ordinary and middling so she sets out on “probably the most amazing adventure ...
Where: NBS Theatre, Westport, Buller
Address: 105 Palmerston St, Westport, Buller
From: 1:00pm on Saturday 4th November 2023
To: 1:50pm on Saturday 4th November 2023
Saturday Laughs with Chris Parker and Justine Smith
A two-hour comedy showcase of some top Kiwi talent, right in the heart of the Greymouth! Featuring headline act Chris Parker The self proclaimed People's Princess of Aotearoa, Chris Parker is most commonly known for ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Cnr Mackay & Herbert Sts, Greymouth, Grey
From: 8:00pm on Saturday 11th November 2023
To: 9:45pm on Saturday 11th November 2023
The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond
The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is putting all those well-loved classics back on stage and in the spotlight, showcased by a world-class international band and produced especially for the ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Cnr Mackay & Herbert Sts, Greymouth, Grey
From: 8:00pm on Friday 24th November 2023
To: 10:30pm on Friday 24th November 2023
The Extravaganza Fair Summer Tour
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 9 of New Zealand's largest and most fabulous travelling festival/fair! The Extravaganza Fair! Summer Tour 2023-2024 !!! The Extravaganza Fair is a community-centred ...
Where: Karoro Domain, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Miro Street, Greymouth, Grey
From: 9:00am on Saturday 25th November 2023
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 26th November 2023
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