Wellington Anniversary Weekend - here's what there is to enjoy in Wairarapa!
Check out some of the events taking place over the long weekend:
🎻 Gala Dinner with the NZSO
Friday, 17th January 2025 at The Runholder Martinborough
Kick off the new Toast Martinborough Weekend with an evening of fine dining with a summer feast of fresh Wairarapa produce, paired with upbeat Latin music by a string quintet from the NZSO.
🍸 Lighthouse Gin Garden Party
Saturday, 18th January 2025 at The Runholder
Sip on Martinborough's very own Lighthouse Gin, enjoy cocktails, local delicacies, and live music. Whether you're warming up for Toast or looking for an excuse to get out of the city, the Lighthouse Gin Garden Party is the perfect way to spend a summer’s day in Martinborough.
🍷 Winemakers' Dinner
Saturday, 18th January 2025 at The Runholder
Join winemakers from Martinborough Vineyard, Te Kairanga Wines, and Palliser Estate Wines for a special evening celebrating Wairarapa's finest wines.
🛍 Greytown Village Sidewalk Sale
Saturday 18 January
Discover delightful deals on one-offs, samples, and surplus stock from Greytown's locally-owned stores. Stroll the charming streets of Greytown, coffee in hand and shop at your leisure.
🍺 Hops in the Vines
Saturday, 18th January 2025 at Matahiwi Estate
Indulge in a delicious pairing of craft beer, local wines, and mouth-watering food. Hit the dance floor, challenge friends to lawn games, or relax in cozy seating among the vines. Hosted by Brewtown Upper Hutt.
🍇 Toast Martinborough
Sunday, 19th January 2025, Martinborough
Wairarapa’s iconic wine and food festival is a vibrant celebration of the region's exceptional wines, delicious cuisine, and outstanding entertainment. Toast once again features a mix of beloved local vineyards, exciting newcomers, and even a craft beer option, all set amidst the picturesque Martinborough vines—making it an unmissable day out.
Plan your getaway now—Wairarapa is the place to be this Wellington Anniversary Weekend!
Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!
Love potatoes? We will give away free copies of the May 2026 issue to readers whose potato recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way to enjoy potatoes: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by March 1, 2026.
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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52.4% Human-centred experience and communication
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15% Critical thinking
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29.7% Resilience and adaptability
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2.8% Other - I will share below!
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