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26 October –
4 November 2018
A spring
celebration of
glorious gardens
and events
gardenfestnz.co.nz
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Prize draw terms and conditions:
Come join us at the
One entry per person. The prizes not
redeemable for cash.Winner will
be notified via email.
Festival Hub
Plan your festival itinerary with
our festival gurus! Visit the Festival Hub,
sign up to our e-newsletter
Located within the courtyard of the historic White
Hart Hotel. With our dedicated festival gurus on hand and go in the draw to
Win!
to answer all of your questions.
They can tailor make your itinerary for you to ensure
you not only get to view the glorious gardens
created by our dedicated Taranaki gardeners, but
also experience more of what our wonderful region • King and Queen Hotel – a night in the Anniversary Suite
has to offer. valued at $300 • Ms White – pizza and a tasting paddle
for two value $80 • Snug Lounge – $100 voucher •
Monica’s $100 voucher • Social Kitchen – $100 voucher
All visitors are welcome at the • Meat and Liquor – learn to make your own martini
and dinner for two valued to $120 • Public
festival hub for: Catering Company – boxed hampers valued
• Taranaki local knowledge of must-see things to at $90 • Et vous – et vous exclusive
Paris print silk scarves valued
do and view at $125
• Garden entry tickets
• Festival event tickets
• Festival information, guidance and suggestions
• A cup of coffee, glass of wine or a bite to eat Date/Time Fri 26 Oct–Sun 4 Nov 9am–4pm
The White Hart Hotel is a Victorian building that sits (during the festival)
on the corner of the main street - Devon St West. After 4pm this area is open late for food
It’s part of the city’s growing cultural precinct and and beverages.
includes the neighbouring Clock Tower, the Govett- Venue Courtyard, White Hart Hotel
Brewster Gallery/Len Lye Centre, the stunning Corner Devon St West & Queen Streets,
Coastal Walkway and plenty of retail shops, cafés New Plymouth
and restaurants nearby.
Admission Free
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Kia ora and welcome to the 2018
Powerco Taranaki Garden Festival
The festival team
This is the 31st year of New Zealand’s longest-lasting Chief Executive Suzanne Porter
garden festival – we’ve been sharing gorgeous gardens Festival Manager Tetsu Garnett
with you since 1987. Festival Co-ordinator Leigh Gatward-Cook
We’re humbled by the months of hard work each Business Manager Lisa Haskell
gardener puts in to make their place look stunning for Festival Publicist Virginia Winder
the 10-day festival, which brings people back year
Graphic Designer Philippa Berry-Smith
after year.
Administration/Ticketing Fran Bateman
There is always a wide variety of garden styles, Advertising Co-ordinator Helen Ivess
from formal to cottage, tropical to native, country to
urban, edible to scented. This year, we have added a Project Manager John Stokes
vegetable garden section so people can see the work of Accounts Tracey Bell
people dedicated to self-sufficiency and
healthy living. Garden Liaison Team
Each year, our annual Landscape Design Project allows Jenny Oakley, Tony Barnes, Jennifer Horner
people to be dazzled by something different. For this Patron
festival, Taranaki landscape designer Tristan Cave Neil Holdom - Mayor, New Plymouth District Council
offers Living Rooms, a creation of two distinct garden
designs for people to wander through and linger in
The Trustees
beside New Plymouth’s Pukekura Park. This free event
is perfect for the whole family. Charles Wilkinson (Chair), Lynn Bublitz,
Hemi Sundgren, Marie Pearce, Glenn Brebner,
Along with the glorious gardens, our events programme Katie Wolfe, Chris Lynch
is aimed at enhancing your whole festival experience.
Take your pick from wine-tasting, a gin distillery Festival office
tour, Chapman-Taylor tour, garden party, long lunch, PO Box 4251, New Plymouth
Bollywood floral show, our popular Gardena Speaker Ph 0064 06 759 8412
Series, and a sizzling event with celebrity chef Ben Fax 0064 06 759 8458
Shewry – or do the whole lot. Make sure you book, so enquiries@gardenfestnz.co.nz
you don’t miss out. www.gardenfestnz.co.nz
We couldn’t do this without our main festival partner Gardenfestnz
Powerco and our other generous sponsors. And we Taranaki_garden_festival
thank you, our cherished visitors from close and afar.
You enable this festival to thrive and grow. Welcome, taranakigardenfestival
from the bottom of our hearts.
PRODUCED BY
Suzanne Porter Nigel Barbour Tetsu Garnett
CEO TAFT CEO Powerco Festival Manager
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Contents
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Festival Hub
Welcome
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Toxin free
General information / Tickets 5 All GARDENA hoses are UV stablised and
free of toxins such as phthalates, BPA and
Online bookings 5
heavy metals.
Garden categories 6
GARDENA Premium
GARDENS SuperFLEX Hose
New Plymouth 7 Flexible and easy
Oakura, Okato, Warea 20 to handle with a
Power Grip profile
Opunake, Manaia, Hawera 25
for the perfect
Eltham, Stratford, Inglewood 35 connection.
Onaero, Waitara, Bell Block 40
EVENTS
Landscape Design Project 48
Mitre 10 - Sizzling with Ben Shewry 51
Juno Gin Distillery Tour 52
Juno Gin in the Garden 52
KenKora Garden Dance Party 53
Wine Tasting at KenKora 53
Bollywood Goes Floral 54
Long Lunch 55
Chapman-Taylor Tour 55
Gardena Garden Speaker Series:
- Roebuck Farm Tour 56
- An Ancient Garden - Puketarata 56
- Spring Bouquet Workshop 57
- Food Forests 57
- Hanging Baskets 58
- Gardening with Native Plants 58
Guided Walks and Tours 59
Art not to miss 60
Community events 61
Sustainable backyards 62
TICKETING
Tickets / Online bookings 5
Postal booking form 70
How to book 70
Ticket outlets 70
Events planner 71
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General information
Tickets Key to garden directory symbols
You can pre-purchase tickets at official ticket outlets Number of tickets Facebook
(see page 70), or at any of our festival gardens. needed per person
Twitter
You can purchase as many tickets as you need and there Refreshments
is no booking fee! We encourage you to pre-purchase Instagram
tickets so that our gardeners are free to walk and talk Toilets
with you around their gardens. Plant/craft sales
Each garden has nominated their charge of either $5,
$10 or $15. Tickets are sold in $5 denominations. Free Wheelchair friendly
entry to gardens for children 12 and under.
Look out for the following symbol in the garden
descriptions. This symbol highlights how many tickets
you need to visit that garden. Maps
Please refer to the pull out map of Taranaki, which has
$5 admission all our gardens and advertisers, the Landscape Design
Project and ticket outlet locations marked on it.
$10 admission
1 Gardens indicated A1 Advertisers
$15 admission by this symbol indicated by this
symbol
Sustainable
1 gardens indicated T1 Ticket outlets
by this symbol indicated by this
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Easy online bookings
www.gardenfestnz.co.nz
Bookings can be made through the Powerco
Taranaki Garden Festival website - Driving times
www.gardenfestnz.co.nz
Auckland - New Plymouth 4 hrs 30 mins
(This is a secure site for your ticket bookings).
New Plymouth - Inglewood 15 mins
Courier ($7) or postage ($3) charges will apply New Plymouth - Stratford 30 mins
New Plymouth - North Egmont 30 mins
New Plymouth - Opunake 45 mins
Phone bookings New Plymouth - Hawera 55 mins
Stratford - Mt Taranaki 15 mins
0800 746 363 Stratford - Hawera 30 mins
Phone bookings will only be accepted with credit Stratford - Whangamomona 1 hr 30 mins
card payments. These can be done through the Hawera - Whanganui 1 hr
Festival office, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. Hawera - Wellington 3 hrs 30 mins
Courier ($7) or postage ($3) charges will apply
Postal bookings & Festival enquiries
ticket outlets PO Box 4251, New Plymouth, 4340
Ph 06 759 8412 or Fax 06 759 8458
Please see page 70 enquiries@gardenfestnz.co.nz
or www.gardenfestnz.co.nz
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Pukemiro • Korito • Te Henui Cemetery • Bublitz All our festival public gardens are nationally and
Garden • Tairoa Lodge internationally recognised as gardens of historical
The Powerco Taranaki Garden Festival is always significance and maintain high standards of
on the lookout for new gardens. excellence.
If you want more information on how Our 2018 public gardens are:
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you can be part of the 2019 festival, Hollard Gardens • Pukeiti
please contact us on 06 7598 412 • Tupare • Pukekura Park •
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A rambling garden, a garden used for education and a working market garden.
Pukemiro • Korito • Roebuck Farm
Garden assessments
All festival gardens get assessed. Every garden goes You will note that some gardens in our festival have
through this process on a three yearly cycle. chosen to be assessed by the Trust as well as under-
going the festival’s own assessment process.
New Zealand Gardens Trust
These gardens can be identified by the placement
The New Zealand Gardens Trust, an initiative of the of the NZGT logo reflecting either a Garden of
Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture, provides Significance, National or International Significance.
an independent assessment of New Zealand gardens.
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New Plymouth
Taranaki’s main city is an energetic and friendly place
beside the wild Tasman Sea. This thriving city is an
Must-do experiences include:
eclectic mix of historical landmarks and cutting-edge • Visit our Festival Hub in the courtyard of
architecture. the White Hart Hotel for tickets, help and
Sports and art lovers are equally well served in this information. You can also grab a coffee,
70,000-strong district supported by prosperous dairy food and engage in retail therapy. Opposite
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and energy industries. is the Len Lye Centre on Queen St.
• Check out the mirror façade of the Len Lye Centre,
explore the gift store and latest contemporary
exhibition in the centre and adjoining Govett-
Brewster Art Gallery. Corner Devon St West and
Queen St.
• Lose yourself in a story at Poppies Boutique Book
Store on King St.
• Call in to Puke Ariki, an award-winning library,
museum and i-SITE, to learn the stories of Taranaki’s
past, enjoy the latest temporary exhibition and find
information about the region. Ariki St.
• Traverse the city’s award-winning Coastal
Walkway, which covers 12.7km from Port Taranaki
to Bell Block and takes in Len Lye’s Wind Wand and
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge.
• Snaffle a tasty treat from Sharrock’s Bake Shop, 62
Govett Ave. We recommed their doughnuts!
• Take a stroll along the dramatic dog-friendly Back
Beach, which sits near Paritutu and the Sugar Loaf
Islands on Centennial Drive.
New Plymouth caters to all ages and differing
interests, from outdoor adventurers to book worms,
avid shoppers to foodies. The city is dotted with great
coffee spots and has a vast selection of cafés and
restaurants, covering everything from light lunches to
fine dining, ethnic eateries to boutique bakeries.
Along with an international triathlon every year
New Plymouth hosts the internationally acclaimed
WOMAD festival in Brooklands Park, which adjoins
our festival garden Pukekura Park.
• Satisfy your shopping fix (including plants!) at The
Valley Mega Centre, Waiwhakaiho.
• After a day of garden visits, book a table at the
New Plymouth Nice Hotel, a comfortable restaurant in stylish
Puke Ariki surrounds. 71 Brougham St. Ph 06 758 6423.
65 St Aubyn St • Along the road from the Festival hub, visit Vintage
Industries for coffee, cake and eclectic furniture.
97 King St.
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1. Holyoake Garden
114 Pendarves St, New Plymouth
Murray and Roslyn Holyoake
Edibles and art abound in this gorgeous garden
surrounding a Ron-Sang designed home in the inner city.
There is no wasted space in this garden, designed by
the owners.
One half of the property is devoted to a terraced
productive garden. There’s a walk-in berry house, a
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structure with passionfruit, raised garden beds flush
with vegetables and cages of bountiful berries. An
olive tree lined driveway leads to the house, where the
entrance is highlighted with colourful and textured sub-
tropical plants. The planting around the house is large
and bold in scale, with a lot of under planting, leading to
a formal lawn in front of the house.
At the side of the house a garden featuring towering
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birds of paradise and Poor Kinght’s lilies, has a focal
point of a giant “Lego Mario” sculpture, loved by
children. The experience is completed by a café in
the house where the Holyoakes offer light lunches of
delicious homemade hot food, salads and sweet treats
for the benefit of The New Hair Project (not for profit)
helping people with hair loss. Open for the duration of
the festival.
The Holyoake Garden featured in the February 2018
issue of NZ House & Garden magazine. Maria Brockhill
garden art will be for sale during the festival.
Event
Juno Gin in the Garden (see page 52)
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
Proceeds to The New Hair Project thenewproject.co.nz
P 06 758 8505 E holyoakehouse@gmail.com
2. Hirst Cottage
94 Pendarves St, New Plymouth
Judi Gopperth
This popular inner city ¼-acre garden superbly
combines modern, minimalist and linear principles
while enhancing the historical character of the home
est. 1862. Fragrant colour themed white on green
with a dash of red encapsulates heritage protected
oaks, gingko and pohutukawa. Enjoy the unique story,
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ambience of courtyards, gazebo and new designer
garden structures. Previously featured in NZ House &
Garden and recently featured in Your Home & Garden.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 027 676 1500 E judi.jag@xtra.co.nz
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3. The Bublitz Garden
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27 Durham Ave, New Plymouth
Lynn and Robin Bublitz
This plant collector’s paradise has been described as
a miniature Pukeiti. The New Plymouth haven is filled
with special plants from around the world, including
rhododendrons. Lynn, who has a botany background,
believes good gardens have a spiritual dimension, and
that’s what you’ll find here. A garden of many levels, this
has a lush lawn, surrounded by beds filled with interesting
plantings, including some rare offerings. Like Pukeiti, a
place dear to Lynn’s heart, this garden is backed by native
bush that merges with the Te Henui Walkway. Please take
extra care around the bank as some paths are steep.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 7582 903 E lrbublitz@xtra.co.nz
4. Japanese Tea House Garden
IMAGE: NAOMI WILSON
59 Dorset Ave, New Plymouth
Masashi Iwata, (Mishima, Japan)
In a small back section, Mr Masashi Iwata has built
an authentic tea-house in traditional Japanese style,
surrounded by a compact garden designed and built
by Japanese landscape gardeners. The garden is open
throughout the festival, but bookings are required for
the enhanced experience of participating in a traditional
Japanese tea ceremony.
Open 12noon–4.30pm, admission 1 ticket
Tea ceremonies held 10.30am and 5pm every day -
bookings essential $5pp (includes garden)
P 06 753 8804 / 027 492 6121 E naomi.wilson@xtra.co.nz
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5. Korito
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28A Trafalgar St, New Plymouth
Dee Turner
Korito is a one-acre urban permaculture garden,
developing since 2016. It showcases the many ways to
grow food and is used to teach sustainability and self-
sufficiency. There are mandalas, a food forest, 350 year
old bush block and bush walk. A range of mulches and
groundcovers are used for maintenance and encourage
a high output of food. A mix of annual, biennial and
perennial crops keep the gardens producing food for the
entire year.
Gardena Speaker Series Event (see page 57)
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 021 125 2035 E derinatur@hotmail.com W korito.co.nz
6. Nikau Grove
65F Govett Ave, New Plymouth
Ian and Elsie Lind
Hundreds of nikau palms set the South Pacific theme.
Native plantings and lush exotics create splashes of
colour and interest throughout this developed 1.5-acre
garden. Established pukatea trees with huge buttress
roots form a native rainforest canopy along a natural
creek. Sculptures, boardwalks, ponds, large waterfall
and a weta motel also feature. Steep access, roadside
parking only. Golf cart available on request. Classic cars
on display.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 2 tickets
P 06 753 4971 E elsielind17@gmail.com
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7. Pukekura Park & The
Fernery Display Houses
Pukekura Park
Fillis St, New Plymouth
Located in the heart of New Plymouth city, this 52-hectare
NPDC park has an amazing range of both native and
exotic plants, all displayed in a natural setting with many
wonderful views and vistas of the lakes and Mt Taranaki.
The Fernery and Display Houses are a must see. These are
located within Pukekura Park and more information about
Guided Walks and Tours can be found on page 59.
Open daily, free admission
P 06 7596 060 W newplymouthnz.com
8. Pukemara
5 Tyne Place, New Plymouth
Alan Morris
Rhododendron enthusiast Alan shows what can be done
with this genus on a town section. The courtyard garden
features sub tropical vireya rhododendrons combined
with fuchsias, roses and perennials. The hillside
garden at the rear is framed by mature trees and has
colourful rhododendrons in complementary plantings
with viburnums, hydrangeas, azaleas and hostas. Large
selection of hostas and plants for sale.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 758 6251 E acmorris@xtra.co.nz
9. Sequoia Steps
21A Sequoia Grove, New Plymouth
Shane and Mel Hurliman
A tranquil inner city hideaway orientated to comfortable
outdoor living. Shane has built structures that make
the most of the available space, while Mel has added
the softer touches with her love of maples, hostas and
pastel flowers. This garden lights up at night… weather
permitting.
IMAGE: JANE DOVE JUNEAU
Open 9am–5pm and 7.30pm–9:30pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 758 0596 / 027 297 4157 E mel2@xtra.co.nz
1110. Te Kainga Marire
New Zealand Native Garden Paradise
15 Spencer Pl, New Plymouth
Valda Poletti and David Clarkson
Te Kainga Marire is the only private native garden
sanctuary in New Zealand to be rated as a Garden of
International Significance. Te Kainga Marire’s (translated
‘peaceful encampment’) point of difference lies in the
natural plant associations that evoke a feeling of the real
New Zealand. This native plant paradise was developed
in 1972 from clay wasteland. Keen outdoor adventurers,
the owners wanted a bird friendly garden designed
around the ecological groups they had observed in the
wild. New Zealand native grasses, climbers, herbaceous
plants, shrubs and trees have been carefully nurtured
around rustic fences, a pond, a colonial bush hut and
cool fern filled whare. Shy tui now regularly fly into the
garden to feed.
Enjoy a guided interactive sensory experience tour with
the knowledgeable owners.
This garden features in the BBC series Around the world
in 80 Gardens first screened in 2008.
Gardena Garden Speaker Event
Mark Dean – Gardening with Natives Plants. Brought to
you by Te Kainga Marire (see page 58).
28 Oct 2018, 2pm–3pm (usual garden fee applies)
Open 9am–5pm daily, admission 3 tickets or $15pp
P 06 758 8693 E valda@tekaingamarire.co.nz
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11. Te Henui Cemetery
Cnr Lemon St and Watson St, New Plymouth
New Plymouth’s oldest public cemetery has a park-like
setting praised by those visiting lost loved ones. It even
gets rave reviews on Tripadvisor: “Quite possible that
this cemetery is the best inner city ‘garden’ for people
looking for a quick fix of peace and tranquillity in their
day.” Lovingly tended by NPDC horticulture staff and a
group of active volunteer gardeners, this award-winning
cemetery first opened in 1861. This heritage cemetery,
steeped in local history, still has about 35 burials a year.
Enjoy the serenity.
Guided tours (see page 59).
Open daily, admission free
P 06 7596 060 W newplymouthnz.com
12. Where the Wild Things Are
26 Mayfair Pl, New Plymouth
Rob and Kaye Shewry
Variety in one visit! View an easy-care front garden
with exotic touches, then the sloping back garden with
diverse plantings, including perennials, flowers and
foliage with lime and burgundy accents, herbs and
vegetables and a peaceful woodland pathway with
ferns, native plants and clivia. Peruse arts and crafts
including landscapes by Rob Shewry, watercolours by
Valma Taylor, jewellery by Carol Brodie, birdfeeders by
Rob and garden sculptures by Kael… all available for
purchase at reasonable cost.
Open 9am–4.30pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 753 3452 E robertshewry@gmail.com
13. The Yews
523 Carrington Rd, New Plymouth
Lee and Roland Brumley
Lee and Roland have chosen to create a formal garden,
inspired by traditional English style, to complement the
relocated grand old villa from the turn of last century.
Yew hedging is being established to give solid definition
and the expansive lawns are framed by rhododendrons
and rose beds in structured plantings.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 753 2866 E brumley@xtra.co.nz
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14. Tupare
487 Mangorei Rd, New Plymouth
Taranaki Regional Council
Tupare is an arts and crafts inspired property established
in 1932 by Sir Russell and Lady Matthews. It features a
Chapman-Taylor designed house set amongst heritage
gardens. Reflecting Lady Matthew’s legacy are a
herbery, domestic glasshouse and cottage lawn borders.
Sir Russell favoured rhododendron hybrids, camellias,
fuchsias, hydrangeas, magnolias and deciduous trees.
Exquisite dove trees Davidia involucrata bloom during
the festival.
The plantings and landscapes at Tupare today remain
true to its design and incorporate the heritage of the era.
Secluded garden rooms, elegant borders and majestic
trees give this garden its soul. Glimpses of the house,
the Waiwhakaiho River and Mt Taranaki can be viewed
as you wander through the garden.
Taranaki Symphony Orchestra performs during the first
weekend of the festival. Tupare Guided House Tours run
at allocated times and guided garden walks conducted
by our experienced gardeners also are available by
booking through our website.
An opportunity to visit the three individually designed
Chapman-Taylor homes and embrace the story of the
arts and crafts era of the 1930s is available again this
year, bookings are essential (See Page 55).
An exhibition of fabrics from the William Morris
collection, used throughout the Tupare homestead, will
be on display in the house, in association with Creative
Curtains New Plymouth.
The Riot of Spring, a photographic collection by Tara
Jahn-Werner will be exhibited in the gardener’s cottage.
Tupare, like Pukeiti and Hollard Gardens, is owned
and managed by Taranaki Regional Council. All three
regional gardens are open every day of the year and
free to enter. A mobility vehicle, for those less mobile,
operates during the festival. Star Rating Logos
Bookings essential for large groups or tours during the
festival, contact 0800 736 222.
Brand Standards for
Star Rating, Endorsed
& Enviro Award Logos
Endorsed Logos
Open all day, every day. Free admission Enviro Award Logos
P 0800 736 222 W trc.govt.nz/gardens/tupare
TaranakiRegionalGardens
@TaranakiRG
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Koru Koru on Koru
Gallery & Sculpture Garden
Galleries 283 Koru Rd, Oakura
Place of interest in fringe
garden festival
Koru on Devon Sarah Nottage
Contempory Gallery & Art Studio photographer - Nelson
Pause, breathe, and find
18b Devon St East, New Plymouth stillness in Sarah’s
Celebrate Taranaki Garden Festivals floral images
Exhibition includes an amazing Plus works by
collaberation of Auckland photographer 20 talented artists
Helen Bankers with bespoke mural wallpapers
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‘Some nights I’d have a dream that my five senses were taken out of my skull,
rinsed in a country stream, then stretched out to dry so that when I woke up
they’d be as crisp as viola strings. But if they were put back wrongly I’d wake up
seeing with my ears and hearing with my eyes – well, it has happened!’
— Len Lye
Len Lye’s kinetic sculpture Grass (1961-1965),
currently showing in the exhibition Sensory Agents (4 Aug – 18 Nov)
Len Lye Foundation Collection, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre
42 Queen Street
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phone: 06 758 1771
311 devon street east, new plymouth
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Quality gifts from New Zealand and around the world
21-23 Devon Street East, New Plymouth
P/F: 06-7699319 • E: essenceofstyleltd@xtra.co.nz
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Welcome
Palmers New Plymouth Enjoy brunch
welcomes visitors for the or lunch at Café
Powerco Taranaki Garden Botannix, where we
Festival 2018. make all our own
Include our stunning garden food using seasonal
centre in your itinerary. garden produce.
Cnr Katere and Devon Roads, Fitzroy,
New Plymouth. Ph: 06 758 7455.
Open 7 days from 8.00am.
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OAKURA Must-do experiences include:
This thriving seaside community and summer resort • Visit The Crafty Fox in Oakura for New
location is a short 14km drive west of New Plymouth. Zealand made art, crafts and jewellery.
Embraced by the protective Kaitake Ranges, Oakura 1145 Surf Highway 45. Ph 06 752 7291.
is home to a magnificent surf beach, a great pub, • See Francois at High Tide for one of the best
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cafés, florist, gift shop and a thriving arts community. coffees in Oakura. 1136B South Rd. Open 7am
It’s also popular with the stars – actor Tom Cruise was to 2pm.
a resident while filming the motion picture The Last
Samurai.
• Koru on Koru Gallery offers a collection of art
from Taranaki and beyond, including owner
Fay Looney’s glorious landscape photographs.
283 Koru Road, RD 4, Oakura. Ph 06 752 7807.
• Café Lahar in Okato takes its name from the
surrounding volcanic landscape. An oasis for
foodies, this popular eatery also serves delicious
coffee. Surf Highway 45. 06 752 4865.
• Just south of Okato is the picturesque Cape Egmont
Lighthouse at the end of Cape Rd. Discover its story
OKATO at the Historic Cape Lighthouse and Museum at the
end of Bayly Rd, Rahotu. Open Saturday, Sunday
This small coastal town is positioned along the well- and Monday 11am to 3pm.
known Surf Highway 45, which boasts some of the
• The Oakura Arts Trail is on Sat 27 and Sun 28 Oct
best surf breaks in the country. Okato serves the
as well as Sat 3 and Sun 4 Nov from 10am to 4pm.
farming community and coffee seekers. It’s also home
Artists will open their studios both weekends.
to the iconic Stony River, one of the main rivers that
www.oakuraarts.co.nz
flows from Mt Taranaki.
Local
Information
Centre
Oakura
The Crafty Fox
Surf Highway 45
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15. Pukeiti
2290 Carrington Rd, New Plymouth
Taranaki Regional Council
Pukeiti houses a world-class rhododendron collection
uniquely nestled in Taranaki rainforest. It was
established in 1951 and is now proudly owned and
managed by Taranaki Regional Council.
Experience an explosion of colour as hundreds of
rhododendrons and azaleas flower against the lush
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backdrop of forested volcanic ranges, mountain streams
and birdsong. There are many kilometres of paths and
tracks for either a garden walk or a longer adventure
into the rainforest. In particular the Rhododendron
Stroll, which includes the beautifully scented Loderi, a
treat for the senses in spring.
On arrival at the Rainforest Centre, the Rimu Room
offers a snapshot of the rich history of this spectacular
garden and the local area. Enjoy the hospitality of the
Founders Café, open daily from 10am to 4pm throughout
the festival.
The newly completed Lodge is the latest in a
comprehensive redevelopment project. During the
festival a contemporary botanical exhibition In another
light; Rhododendron Project (part 2) featuring work by
Artist in Residence Tabatha Forbes, will be on show in
the Lodge for the month of November. The Lodge will
also house a flower display of best blooms from Pukeiti.
Other recently completed garden projects at Pukeiti
such as the Misty Knoll, Treehouse Trails and the Keiller
Garden embrace the ever-evolving union of natural
landscape and thoughtful design concepts, enticing you
to explore the mystery of such an exotic environment.
Bookings are essential for large groups and garden
tours during this busy time, please call 0800 736 222
for information and enquiries. A mobility vehicle is
available for those less able.
Pukeiti, like Hollard Gardens and Tupare, is owned
and managed by Taranaki Regional Council. All three Star Rating Logos
gardens are free to enter and open every day of the year.
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16. Roebuck Farm
312 Hurford Rd, Omata, New Plymouth
Jodi Roebuck and Tanya Mercer
Roebuck Farm is an international beacon for modelling
sustainability, traditional growing principles and
innovation. Roebuck Farm is a bio-intensive market
garden and restoration grazing farm focussing on
growing and locally direct-marketing their own
product and regenerating pasture diversity with stock
management. Learn principles of self-sufficiency
through highly interactive activities around agrarian and
market garden production cycles, as featured on Country
Calendar. Open to self-explore, tours 2pm (see pg 56).
Open 10am–4pm, admission 2 tickets
P 06 7511 019 W www.roebuckfarm.com
17. Goodin Country Garden
158 Mirikau Rd, Warea
Chris and Steak Goodin
Set amidst old coastal lahars, very large volcanic rocks
lend drama to this garden. Spacious lawns spread out
from the family home and are surrounded by trees and
abundant flowering plants, including flowering roses
and rhododendrons.
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Chris and Steak’s daughter, Nicci Goodin, is a prominent
New Plymouth florist and much of the planting is with
her creativity in mind.
Opera in the garden
Supported by Dame Malvina and the Dame Malvina
Major Foundation there is to be an hour or so of
entertainment. Artists supported by TSB Community
Trust.
Date / Time: Sun 4 Nov, 1pm
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Admission: $25 pp includes garden entry fee
Proceeds to the Dame Malvina Major Foundation and
Taranaki Life Education Trust.
Bookings: contact jgoodin@
farmside.co.nz (limited numbers,
bookings essential)
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
Except Sun 4 Nov: closing 12pm reopening 12:30pm until
5pm for Opera in the garden.
P 06 752 8160 / 0274 719744 E jgoodin@farmside.co.nz
2218. The van der Poel Garden
92 Ruakere Rd, Warea, Okato
Maria and Hugo van der Poel
Just 30 minutes drive from New Plymouth, this large
spacious country garden originated with an emphasis
on vegetables, fruit trees, beehives and livestock.
Expansive lawns surrounded by established mature
trees and formal plantings lead to a native bush walk.
Internationally renowned sculptures will be on display,
including works by Terry Stringer and Rick Swain.
Picnickers welcome. Tea and coffee available.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
Sculpture by Terry Stringer P 027 633 0351 E hugo_maria@xtra.co.nz
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Opunake • Manaia • Hawera
OPUNAKE Must-do experiences include:
Halfway along Surf Highway 45, you’ll discover great • The Sugar Juice Café on Opunake’s main road
cafés, antique stores, vibrant murals and a bronze offers wholesome food, excellent coffee and a
statue celebrating the running efforts of hometown lovely courtyard.
hero and Olympic champion Peter Snell.
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Opunake also features world-renowned surf breaks,
fishing spots, great mountain views and heritage
walks.
Local
Information
Centre
Opunake
Egmont Library
Tasman St
MANAIA
Home to Yarrows, one of the largest bakeries in the
country (established in 1912), Manaia has been
nicknamed the “bread capital”. Its real name comes
from the former Māori chief of the district, Hukunui
Manaia.
A model loaf of bread welcomes people into the town,
where they can stop by the bakery, admire an historic • The Taranaki National Art Awards exhibition,
band stand or pay homage to a statue of George, showcasing the best in the region, is on at
a Jack Russell, who died protecting five Manaia Sandfords Event Centre in Opunake from
children from an attack by two pit bulls in 2009. October 27 to November 3, from 10am to 4pm.
www.taranakiartawards.co.nz
• Award-winning Tawhiti Museum presents history
with touches of humour and innovative displays.
HAWERA www.tawhitimuseum.co.nz
The main hub of South Taranaki is a bustling town • The famed Yarrows Bakery on Manaia’s main road
known for its eateries and iconic water tower. The has a factory shop where garden visitors can buy
latter was built in 1914 to assist firefighting in the town, freshly baked goods.
which was hit by devastating blazes in 1884, 1888, and
1912. Aptly, the Māori name of Hawera means “the
burnt place” or “breath of fire”.
It is also known as the home of writer Ronald Hugh
Morrieson and an important service town for the dairy
industry. Whareroa, the world’s largest dairy factory Hawera
complex is just out of town. 55 High St
2519. KenKora
197 Ihaia Rd, Opunake
Kerry Kelly-Drought and Michael Drought
With fun and great passion, Michael and Kerry have
created alfresco settings in their stylish garden, which
encircles the 107-year-old villa KenKora. Buxus hedges
and roses surround the property, with mass plantings
providing year-round green-leaf glory. Soak up the
atmosphere under the towering pohutukawa or explore
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the living areas inside the graceful home, where home-
baking and a cuppa are available.
A place of peace and activity, Kerry will be offering daily
yoga sessions at 11am. KenKora is also hosting two Esk
Valley wine tasting sessions on October 27, topped off
by a dance party the same day – bookings are a must.
There’s also a pop-up shop featuring one-of-a-kind
clothing made with love by Louise Stichbury, a “wearable
art” fashion designer from Wellington.
Stichbury Designer Clothing www.stichbury.com
Events
KenKora Dance Party Sat 27 Oct, 5:30pm
Wine Tasting at KenKora Sat 27 Oct , 12pm and 2pm
See page 53 for details.
WWW.STITCHBURY.COM
Open 10am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 027 282 1133 E kkdrought@gmail.com
20. Glen Artan
638A Watino Rd, Opunake
Catherine and Shane Arden
This relaxed country garden is a place to meander and
enjoy vistas and thriving plants. There are also stories
in this garden – there’s a bridge opened by a former
Prime Minister, dry-stone walls made by Catherine and a
battle over extending the boundaries. You’ll find a stone-
walled stream, water wheel and bridges, offset by
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shrubs, cherry trees, rhododendrons, maples, magnolias
and hostas. With strong bones laid by Catherine, Glen
Artan is perfect for a peaceful stroll while taking in
magnificent views of Mt Taranaki.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 761 8928 E pardern@xtra.co.nz
2621. Openlands
1064 Auroa Rd, Manaia
Marie Mills
Nearly 70 years ago, Openlands consisted of a
homestead and two trees. Now it’s a well-established
country garden perfect for weddings – there’s even a
historic church on site. With Mt Taranaki as a dramatic
backdrop, this garden provides a magical setting
for special moments and garden outings. Sweeping
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lawns, mature trees, perennial borders with camellias,
rhododendrons and roses combine with aviaries, a
shade house, native dell and natural stream to create
a garden of surprises and tranquillity. We also provide
Devonshire teas, crafts and plants available daily. Join
us for a market day on Sunday 28 October.
Open 9.30am–4.30pm, admission 1 ticket
P 027 406 1667 W openlands.co.nz
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22. Sanderson Garden
1961 South Rd, Manaia
John and Elaine Sanderson
A homely warm welcome awaits visitors at this two-
acre coastal farm garden, which relies on good shelter
given its windy location. Expansive lawns and well
established garden beds set amongst the sheltering
trees give a flow to the garden, which features recycled
farm treasures.
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Plenty of parking and complimentary tea/coffee.
Open 10am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 274 8054 E elainesanderson1961@outlook.com
2723. Oakley Garden
79 Lower Normanby Rd, Manaia
Guy and Jenny Oakley
Join festival stalwart Jenny Oakley who has entered
her garden into the festival for the full 31 years. Just
2km from an exposed coastline, shelter is an important
aspect for the Oakley Garden. Features include brick
walls and pillars, cottage style plantings, early flowering
roses, vegetable potager and the remarkable hanging
baskets for which she is renowned. Plants for sale and
complimentary tea/coffee.
Gardena Garden Speaker Event
Hanging Baskets, a creative workshop with Jenny
Oakley (see page 58).
Sat 27 Oct and Thur 1 Oct, 11:30am.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 274 8060 / 027 634 3784 E guy.oakley@xtra.co.nz
24. Gravetye
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60 Manawapou Rd, Hawera
Jenny and John Pease
In the twelfth year of it’s development, this formal
garden contains many interesting features – a lime walk,
laburnum arch, a reflection pool, a grass sculpture and
an enclosed vegetable garden. These radiate out from
the house. Hedges define each area that contain topiary,
sculptures and plantings of iris, roses and lavender. A
perennial border is the most recent addition. The garden
was designed and planted by the owners. Rush Munro
ice cream tubs available.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
Proceeds to Hospice Taranaki
P 06 278 5422 E jjpease@yahoo.com
2825. Mary’s Place
190 Glover Rd, Hawera
Mary Dickson
Take one step into Mary’s Place and you’ll be dazzled
by colour, form and fascinating plants. This highly
detailed and immaculate town garden reflects the
lifelong gardening experience of Mary, who has been
part of the festival since its inception in 1987. Archways
are draped with climbing roses and clematis, layered
plantings provide depth and small water features add
movement and sound. The clever use of found objects
and container plants thick with flowers and foliage add
to this inspiring, flowing garden of many hues.
Open 9.30am–4pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 278 8270 E marydickson@xtra.co.nz
26. Tairoa Lodge
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Linda Morrison
History and beauty combine to create a soothing
garden picture against a rural backdrop in Hawera.
Graceful Tairoa Lodge (built 1875) is surrounded by
sweeping lawns, towering kauri and pohutukawa.
Tairoa Cottage will become a café for the festival,
serving coffee, wine and its famous ploughman’s lunch.
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Artists Mike and Celeste from Celeste Platters will
have their work on display.
Long Lunch, Sat 3 Nov (see page 55).
Open 10am–4pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 278 8603 E info@tairoa-lodge.co.nz W tairoa-lodge.co.nz
27. Sullivan Garden
283 Matangarara Rd, Hawera
Peter and Neryda Sullivan
It began as an asparagus paddock and, over 20 years,
was transformed into a curvaceous garden. This Hawera
beauty is plump with roses and rhododendrons (about
150) and ablaze with azaleas. Curved paths and clipped
hedges provide definition and form, while sweeping
lawns frame views of Mt Taranaki. Cottage plantings,
pots brimming with flowers and foliage, along with
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garden art, help create pictures throughout. The Sullivan
Garden featured in the July 2016 issue of NZ House &
Garden magazine.
Open 9.30am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 278 5685 E bfsullivan@xtra.co.nz
2928. Puketarata
14 Ngawhini Rd, Hawera
Ken and Jennifer Horner
Developed since 1978, this country garden folds quietly
around its hilltop site with mountain and inland Taranaki
views. It is adjacent to the outer ramparts of the
400-year-old Puketarata Pa and kainga Keteonatea, both
of major significance to our area. During the festival,
Ken, an avid amateur historian, will lead three tours
through these so people can learn and appreciate their
rich history.
A particular strength in this well-designed and diverse
garden, is the way a love of natives is skilfully blended
with exotic varieties to give seasonal variety. Generous
herbaceous plantings, lawn tennis court, perennial
border, orchard, berry house, vegetable garden and
parterre, are enhanced by the wider landscape and
garden sculptures.
The gully below has a QEII covenant, with natives,
exotics and walking tracks.
Access for small buses. Large coach tours, transport
from the gate by arrangement. Complimentary tea,
coffee, water. Areas available for family picnics.
Gardena Speaker Series Event
An Ancient Garden - History of Puketarata with Ken
Horner. Sat 27 Oct, Weds 31 Oct, and Sat 3 Nov, 11am
(see page 56).
Open 9am–5.30pm, admission 2 tickets
P 06 278 3081 E info@puketarata.co.nz
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29. King Edward Park
Cnr Upper High St and Waihi Rd, Hawera
South Taranaki District Council
The Edwardian ancestry of King Edward Park can be
seen in its charmingly formal design, home to floral
borders and rose gardens, grassy avenues and aged
trees. Ducks and occasional model yachts reflect in the
century-old boating pond and the unique Wendy statue
searches endlessly for the lost boys in an avenue of
mature rhododendrons. Seek out some of the hidden
features along pathways offering different perspectives
of ever-changing gardens, or enjoy a picnic in a
sylvan setting.
Open daily, admission free
P 06 278 0555 W southtaranaki.co.nz
30. Dunlop Garden
174 Ohawe Rd, Hawera
Ross and Jan Dunlop
A well-established, relaxed rural garden that sits naturally
in the coastal landscape with a native area, vegetable
garden, sea and mountain views. Wide sweeping
lawns complement the scale of the character home
built in 1937. The local community owned Lysaght Watt
Gallery will have art work for sale in the wool shed from
guest artists.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
Proceeds go to the Lysaght Watt Gallery
P 06 278 5839 E janmdunlop@gmail.com
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34Eltham • Stratford • Inglewood
ELTHAM Must-do experiences include:
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Eltham is a town of many firsts. The first pound of • A visit to the breath-taking Dawson Falls on Mt
butter was made there, it had New Zealand’s first Taranaki. The falls are a 10-minute walk from the
tarred macadam street, and was the country’s first carpark at the top of Manaia Rd, Kaponga.
place to manufacture rennet, • The Forgotten World Highway (SH 43) drive is
important for cheese a unique example of untamed native bush and
making. It even has stunning natural scenery. Stop for tasty fare at
a water reservoir the Whangamomona Hotel, 6018 Ohura Rd, SH43.
painted like a Ph 06 762 5823
round of cheese.
It’s also known
for its antique and
curiosity shops.
STRATFORD
Nestled against the eastern shoulder of Mt Taranaki,
Stratford is a tribute to the great bard William
Shakespeare and is named after his birthplace in
Warwickshire. The town features 67 streets named
after characters from an assortment of Shakespeare’s
plays. Stratford, population 9000, is also home to the
only Glockenspiel clock tower in New Zealand and is
the starting point of the Forgotten World Highway to
Taumarunui.
• The award-winning Possum Factory offers
naturally tanned fur products designed to provide
INGLEWOOD true warmth. 1103 Opunake Rd, Mahoe. Ph 06 764
Inglewood is a quaint town 16km southeast of New 6133. www.envirofur.co.nz
Plymouth. As well as laying claim to eight buildings • The Percy Thomson Gallery is Stratford’s public
classified by the New Zealand Historical Places Trust, art gallery. Open 10.30am - 4pm weekdays and
it is also home to the oldest remaining railway station 10.30am - 3pm weekends on Prospero Pl, Miranda
on its original site in New Zealand. St. www.percythomsongallery.org.nz. Ph 06 765
0917
• If you love a nibble with your evening beverage,
Local call into the Eltham Cheese Bar for a range of
Information reasonably priced products. 30 Bridge St.
Centre Stratford • The Bank in Eltham is a treasure trove of vintage
Inglewood Prospero Pl, Cnr Central furniture, retro wares, costume jewellery and
Library & Service Centre Broadway & Miranda St clothing, plus contemporary photography. 15
46 Rata St Bridge St. Ph 06 764 7452.
• Colonel Malone’s Restaurant and Bar in Stratford
offers great value pub meals. Ph 06 765 8351.
3531. Te Popo
636 Stanley Rd, Stratford
Amanda and Les Heynie
Te Popo’s owners are very happy to be caring for
Taranaki’s pre-eminent woodland garden. Rainforest and
deep river gorges encircle acres of exotic and coniferous
trees. Te Popo is richly under planted with many rare
and beautiful shrubs, bulbs and flowers to complement
the shady and sun-filled borders and dell. Ponds,
waterfall, fern gully plus a 30m suspension bridge also
feature. Enjoy this special place filled with birdsong.
Accommodation is available, please contact Amanda at
the details below.
Open 10am–6pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 7628 775 E tepopogardens@gmail.com
32. Cairnhill Garden
1054 Forgotten World HWY, Stratford
June and Colin Lees
This vibrant, colourful garden is framed by a canopy
of deciduous trees. Rhododendrons and viburnums
flower in profusion. Collections of hosta and heuchera
interplay in the filtered light areas giving a sense of
peace and timelessness. Roses and trellised clematis
add excitement. A range of different edging plants
gives definition to borders, many of which are filled with
amazing iris varieties, peonies and special plantings.
Simon Lees woodcrafts available to purchase.
Open 9am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 762 2847 E colin.june.lees@xtra.co.nz
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33. Hollard Gardens
1686 Upper Manaia Rd, Kaponga
Taranaki Regional Gardens
With great views of Mt Taranaki, Hollard Gardens is a
4.5-hectare property located in central Taranaki, close
to Egmont National Park. First established in 1927 by
plantsman Bernie Hollard, the gardens boast a plant
collection of national importance including many
rhododendrons and unusual plants.
Stroll the hidden paths through the mature and intimate
Old Garden, and then by contrast appreciate the
openness and diversity of the New Garden. In spring, the
rainbow of colour in the swamp garden is a must-see as
well as Bernie’s Home Garden, where fruit and vegetable
growing methods are trialled and demonstrated.
The Hollard Centre offers a warm and inviting
environment to relax and discover the garden history,
enjoy family photographs and view a slide show of
the original gardens. The retro décor and the old-world
charm of the centre is where light refreshments are
available and we welcome picnickers to share this
space with us.
Bookings are essential for larger groups and tours during
this busy time, please call 0800 736 222 for information
and enquiries.
Hollard Gardens, like Pukeiti and Tupare, is owned and
managed by the Taranaki Regional Council. All three
gardens are free to enter and open every day of the year.
Open all day, everyday. Free admission
P 0800 736 222 W trc.govt.nz/gardens/hollard
TaranakiRegionalGardens @TaranakiRG
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3734. Stanleigh Garden
752 Dudley Rd Upper, Inglewood
Donna and Wayne Busby
Situated with views to both the coast and the mountain on
fine days, this peaceful country garden uses its elevated
position to grow splendid hybrid rhododendrons, many
of which will be flowering during the festival. Hostas are
used extensively as under planting. Features include a
large pond, rustic fences, garden seating and children’s
play area. Picnickers welcome. Crafts and art for sale.
Complimentary tea and coffee.
Open 9.30am–5pm, admission 1 ticket
P 06 756 6167 E buzz@primowireless.co.nz
stanleighgarden @stanleighgarden
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TARANAKI
PATCHWORKERS &
QUILTERS EXHIBITION
OCTOBER 19 - NOVEMBER 11
PLUS an exhibition by award-winning
embroiderers Jo Dixie and
Maree BurnnandNDd
Percy’s Place,
our gallery
retail store
features works
by talented local
artists.
OPEN 7 DAYS
WEEKDAYS 10.30AM -4 PM
WEEKENDS 10.30AM - 3PM
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www.taft.co.nz
39Onaero • Waitara • Bell Block
WAITARA Must-do experiences include:
Waitara, 15km northeast of New Plymouth, has a deep • Take a walk along the Waitara West Walkway,
history and a powerful present. The most impressive which hugs the banks of the Waitara River and still
feature of the town is the Waitara River, which flows features scars from the Taranaki Land Wars.
through its heart. The banks of the river were the • Waitara Bin Inn is a destination shop for people
scene of a significant battle during the Taranaki Land seeking a large range of organic health products
Wars of the 1860s and involved more than 2000 men. and bulk food. 61 McLean St, Waitara.
These days, Waitara, population 6000, is known as the
energy hub of the region with the giant Methanex plant • Clematis lovers will delight in Yaku Nursery, near
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sitting on its outskirts. It produces export methanol. Waitara. 278 Tikorangi Rd. Ph 06 754 4500.
• Mud Bay Café is a friendly country café located in
the seaside village of Urenui. 18 Ngakoti St, Urenui.
Ph 06 752 3881.
Local
Information
Centre
Waitara
15a Queen St
• Walk over the Bertrand Rd suspension bridge that
crosses the Waitara River, linking Huirangi, near
Lepperton and Tikorangi. The original bridge was
built in 1897 and rebuilt in 1927 after flood damage.
• Eden Café and Restaurant in Bell Block offers great
BELL BLOCK coffee and both Indian and New Zealand dishes. 17
Bell Block Court. Ph 06 755 0102.
Bell Block sits on the fringe of New Plymouth, just
north of the city. Named after its purchaser, Francis • Christmas shop early at Taranaki’s iconic The
Dillon Bell, who bought the 15,000-acre site off local Christmas Village. 63 Egmont Rd, Bell Block, (two
Māori in 1848, the 4000-strong beachfront residential minutes from Palmers Garden Centre). Ph 06 755
town is also an industrial hub of the Taranaki region. 1934. www.thechristmasvillage.co.nz
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