Paemanu: Kārakaraka Toi 28 Jul 2026 Echoing the waterways of Te Waipounamu, this collaborative exhibition by Paemanu Ngāi Tahu Contemporary Visual Arts emerged from a journey along Waitaki awa. First shown at The Queensland Gallery of Modern Art in Meanjin Brisbane at The Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art, it returns home. Forrester Gallery, 9 Thames Street Ōamaru 9400, 9400 Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Music & arts, Forrester Gallery
The Waitaki Tartan 28 Jul 2026 The Waitaki Tartan (2025), by Rod and Sue McLean, is a narrative borne from a desire to create a tangible textile legacy connecting the past, present and future of te rohe o Waitaki. Installed in the gallery’s atrium, the tartan reflects strong connections between craft and community. Forrester Gallery, 9 Thames Street Ōamaru 9400, 9400 Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Music & arts, Forrester Gallery
Visible Collection Galleries 28 Jul 2026 The Visible Collection Galleries represent an innovative model for presenting the Forrester Gallery’s collection of over 2500 taoka, increasing accessibility while fostering deeper public engagement. Regularly refreshed displays, curated by gallery staff, will provide unique opportunities to encounter art from te rohe o Waitaki and across Aotearoa. Forrester Gallery, 9 Thames Street Ōamaru, 9400 Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Music & arts, Forrester Gallery
Cure and Care: Health Care in te rohe o Waitaki 28 Jul 2026 Care & Cure tells the story of healing in te rohe o Waitaki. From hospitals and maternity homes to pandemics, community care, and early medical remedies. Come along to learn how people have supported one another through sickness and in health. Waitaki Museum, 60 Thames Street, 9400 Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Waitaki Museum
Digital Classes 2026 30 Jul 2026 Should you need more help than we can give you during Digital Drop-In, you can choose from one of our formal classes. Each month has a different focus, so please ask for a brochure at the Ōamaru Public Library and Service Centre. Oamaru Library & Council Service Centre, 62 Thames Street, Oamaru 9400 4 more dates Tagged as: , Talks & workshops
Digital Drop-In 30 Jul 2026 Need some digital help? Why not come along to one of our informal Digital Drop-in sessions at the Ōamaru Public Library and Service Centre? We can provide you with one-on-one digital assistance for up to fifteen minutes. No appointment needed! Oamaru Library & Council Service Centre, 62 Thames Street, Oamaru 9400 7 more dates Tagged as: , Talks & workshops
Glow Waitaki 30 Jul 2026 Glow Waitaki is a collaborative celebration hosted by the Otago Medical Research Foundation, Presbyterian Support Otago, and The Wildlife Hospital, bringing people together to strengthen the wellbeing of the Waitaki community. Brydone Hotel, 115 Thames Street, Oamaru 9400, Oamaru 9400 Tagged as: , Community, Fundraising
George Burns Memorial Art Exhibition 01 Aug 2026 Every year school students from around the Waitaki share their artistic talents with us. The Forrester Gallery & Mahika Kai Mahika Toi asks all the schools and early childhood education centres in the Waitaki District to contribute student artwork to the George Burns Memorial Art Exhibition. It is a showcase for the community and a celebration of children’s art. Forrester Gallery, 9 Thames Street Ōamaru 9444, 9400 Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals, Kids & family, Music & arts, Forrester Gallery
Poetry Circle with Robert Sullivan 03 Aug 2026 Join New Zealand Poet Laureate Robert Sullivan to discuss poetry. 15 more dates Tagged as: , Music & arts