Renowned musician Anthonie Tonnon is performing his acclaimed Rail Land show in the Rakino Island Hall. For more info go to https://www.rakino.org.nz/anthonie-tonnon/ If anyone is interested in coming from Auckland or Waiheke for the gig, and returning on the same evening, please contact me, as we can organise a water taxi from and back … Continue reading Anthonie Tonnon
Young environmentalist Grace Carr-Shepheard will be down at Sandy Bay, and available to talk about the small changes we can make to make our environment a better place for all. This is a great one for the kids and teens to participate in too!
DJ Hudge Beach beats with DJ Hudge, Bobby Brazuka, and friends at Sandy Bay. Pizza and koha combo courtesy of Alf's Woody Bay Pizzeria. Pre-orders available on the day; details coming soon. Alf's Pizzeria
Hayden Smith from Sea Cleaners will be on hand at Sandy Bay to talk about the work Sea Cleaners do to clean our ocean environment. Hayden was 'Local Hero of the Year' in 2017 for his efforts. http://www.seacleaners.com
Sadly this event has had to be postponed because of America's Cup racing. When we have more information about a suitable date we'll publish it. The event will follow the same format however, so read on to whet your appetite! Walks Talks and Snorks - January 16, Rakino Island We’re so lucky to have some … Continue reading Walks, Talks, and Snorks..
We’re so lucky to have some special guests coming to Rakino in March to give some talks, take people on enlightening walks and also for a guided snorkel on January 16. Join Dr Tim Haggit marine biologist who can also provide insights from the marine survey he led recently around the island. Dr Tim Lovegrove … Continue reading Walks, Talks, and Snorks!
Come down and join us for a community event at Our Rakino Community Art gallery on Good Friday at 5.30. Contact Lisa on 027 340 7007 for more info.
Important notice from John! Open day and sausage sizzle at the Rakino nursery on Saturday 3 April between 10 and midday. Come along and grab a sausage courtesy of the nursery and take a look at what is available or willing becoming available. Please leave vehicles at the roadside at the top of the hill, … Continue reading Rakino Nursery Open Day & Sausage Sizzle!
It's the last hurrah of the season for Alf's Woody Bay Pizzeria. Jennie and Stacey will be entertaining the crowd as we munch our way through the last of Alf's supplies...
Yay! This is finally happening :) Talk n Snork! January 15 10am, Sandy Bay Kia ora friends.. as most of you know, the date of January 15 has been set aside for Dr Tim Haggitt to share the findings of Rakino’s marine survey. The current plan has morphed a little since the good doctor had … Continue reading Talks and Snork!
JT + Agnostics with Holly Shepheard. You lucky little Rakino-ites! JT + Agnostics with Holly Shepheard will be performing Saturday Feb 5th at 7pm down at the Rakino Hall/wharf. It’s an all ages gig, with 16+ requiring tickets, $30 a pop, and koha on entry for the under 15’s. Be there at 6.30 for a … Continue reading Epic Blues Gig!
The Easter Artstravaganza is back! We're celebrating 20 years pest-free this year, so the theme is our environment, marine and terrestrial. We'll be showcasing art from Rakino associated artists, drumming up support from some snorkel-based citizen science training courtesy of EMR (Experiencing Marine Reserves), and presenting a selection of curated curiosities for your delectation. If … Continue reading Flotsam &Jetsam at the Tiny Museum
