History & Heritage

Waihi Masonic Lodge invites applications from new members. Would you like to belong to the oldest and largest fraternity in the world? Freemasons offer a brotherhood for men from all races, religions, countries and from...
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Kerepehi Brass Band 70th Celebration  is on Saturday, September 17th. Programme10 am - Morning Tea at the Band room Matai Street, Kerepehi 11.30 am - Current members play items at Antique Town Celebration, Wharf...
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Nau maiHaere mai Mihingari – Anglican Church Services will be held at Waihi Community Marae on the first Sunday of each month. Time: 10 amPriest: Dr Peter Wensor Everyone is welcome along. Take a plate to share if you...
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The historic Victoria Battery Tramway Society is looking for volunteers to help out with everything from train driving to guided tours and behind the scenes work. No experience is necessary. Just bring loads of...
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The Historic Victoria Battery site is accessible to the public every day and site access is free. Situated in the Karangahake Gorge approximately 8km from Waihi with access from either the Waikino Railway Station car...
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Waihi Arts Centre and Museum has vacancies for volunteers. If you can spare a few hours a month and would enjoy meeting and greeting visitors, or you’re confident with computers and can input data to help to protect...
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Everyone is welcome to join the kapa haka group at Waihi Community Marae on the corner of Consols and Victoria Street. Classes for all ages are held each Tuesday between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. There will also be an...
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The Waihi Branch of New Zealand Society of Genealogists meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday of the month from February to November. The meetings are usually held at the Waihi Bridge Club on Union Street from 1 pm,...
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Waimata School is 100 years old this year! A Centenary Committee has been formed and is busy brushing off the welcome mat and inviting all past and present staff and pupils to join them for Labour Weekend celebrations....
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