A Christmas Winterfest - Wellington Races
Join us for two of our favourite things - racing and Christmas, with all the festive trimmings.
Experience the thrill of racing inside the comfort of a winter wonderland with a full northern hemisphere Christmas feast to warm the cockles of your heart. A few Christmas carols, mulled wine and sprigs of holly will soon whisk you into your favourite memories of chestnuts roasting on an open fire.
General admission: FREE - Although to experience the magic of A Christmas Winterfest upgrade to Member for a Day.
Member for a Day $15 - Access to the Members Stand and Members facilities. Dress code applies.
Tickets can be bought online and also be purchased on the day from the Raceday Office. Members can purchase up to two additional tickets for $10 each.
- Reindeer's Pass $65
- Tinsel in the Terrace $85
- A Midwinter Christmas Corporate Box $95 per person.
Gates open from 10:30am.
To book please contact: races@wellingtonracing.co.nz
Phone: 04 528 9611
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.1% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.2% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.6% Keep it as is
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32.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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11% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Have you seen Colin?
Police are appealing for information to locate 14-year-old Colin, who has been reported missing in Titahi Bay.
He was last seen at around 6.15pm, Monday 4 November. He was wearing a khaki green sweatshirt and black-and-white striped basketball shorts, and riding an e-bike.
If you have seen Colin, or have any information that may assist in locating him please update us at 105 online or call 105, referencing file number 241104/1862.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.