Opua Cruising Club from 4.30 pm on Saturday 24 Oct – Discover new music before it breaks. At “The Session”, we believe originality is where greatness begins.

Our venue, Opua Cruising Club, offers a reasonably priced full menu and bar so bring your friends and family. Think about “no dishes to wash”. What a dream!

Musicians, please register to play on the day here: thesessionnz.com

WHAT IS THE EVENT ABOUT? A Celebration of original Bay of Islands Music filled with homegrown sound and creative energy.

“The Session” is held once a month on Saturdays from 4.30 pm to 7 pm and is an exciting lineup of original music composed and performed by musicians who call the region home. Just original music or an original rendition of a cover will do.

Designed as a platform for local artists to share new work, The Session highlights the depth of musical talent thriving across the Bay of Islands.

Audiences can expect an eclectic mix of genres, fresh compositions, and the unmistakable character that comes from music shaped by the people and landscapes of Northland.

The Session is about giving our musicians a space to be bold, to experiment, and to be heard.

There’s something special about original music performed in the place it was created. It connects the community in a way nothing else does.

The event promises an intimate, inspiring atmosphere where audiences can discover new artists, support established local performers and experience the creative pulse of the region firsthand.

Drinks and freshly made food available for purchase. See https://opuacruisingclub.co.nz

Music lovers and creators from across Northland are warmly invited to attend and celebrate the vibrant artistic community of the Bay of Islands.

Questions? laurence.d.sive@gmail.com

The 26/27 racing season is almost upon us!

We have an opening season fun race scheduled for 27th September with the 1st Wednesday night race set for 30th September. Before this I would like to hold a skippers meeting on Wed 23rd Sept to discuss various things, such as; Do we continue with 2 Divisions, Friday race format, Handicap system.

If you have anything to discuss, please send it to raceofficer@opuacruisingclub.co.nz. so that it can be included on the night.

Andy Vanasche
Commodore
Opua Cruising Club

Opua Cruising Club starts its Summer Sailing Season with an open day on Sunday 27th September.

Many of the yachts are short of crew for Wednesday and Friday evening racing, so if you are keen to get on board a yacht, no matter what your age or level of sailing experience, we are sure to have a place for you.

Come along and enjoy the camaraderie of sailing!

Please phone Terry Dunn on 021 1527584 for further information.

Opua Cruising Club’s annual members’ draw took place on Saturday.

Here are our lucky winners. Thank you to the generous businesses who donated the prizes. Bay of Islands Marina – Opua, Villa Maria and Romeyn Woodcrafts.

Opua Cruising Club is holding its annual members’ draw this Saturday at 7pm.

To participate, members will need to be on the Club premises prior to 7pm this Saturday, 5th September, with their current Membership Card to enter. Please note that anyone who has paid membership for 202-27 but has not collected their cards can do so from the bar or office.

The draw will start promptly at 7pm.  Membership cards will be collected and used to identify the winners, who will each pick a number to identify the prize they have won.

Prizes include generous donations, including two $250 vouchers for Bay of Islands Boatyard, a $50 bar tab from OCC and six bottles of Villa Maria wine. There will also be a meat raffle held on the night. Come along and have some fun!

The Session- Saturday 5th September

Join us for the next “The Session” Original Music event.

WHAT IS THE EVENT ABOUT?
A Celebration of Original Bay of Islands Music filled with home-grown sound and creative energy.

“The Session” is held once a month on Saturdays from 4 pm to 7 pm and is an exciting line-up of original music composed and performed by musicians who call the region home. Just original music or an original rendition of a Covers too will do.

Designed as a platform for local artists to share new work, The Session highlights the depth of musical talent thriving across the Bay of Islands.

Audiences can expect an eclectic mix of genres, fresh compositions, and the unmistakable character that comes from music shaped by the people and landscapes of Northland.

The Session is about giving our musicians a space to be bold, to experiment, and to be heard.

There’s something special about original music performed in the place it was created. It connects the community in a way nothing else does.

The event promises an intimate, inspiring atmosphere where audiences can discover new artists, support established local performers and experience the creative pulse of the region. Music lovers and creators from across Northland are warmly invited to attend and celebrate the vibrant artistic community of the Bay of Islands.

Bay of Islands Marina is giving a brief talk at 6.30pm on Friday the 28th August for around 15 minutes. Lucky draw for either a 4 litre or 5 litre tin of antifouling paint, courtesy of Altex Coatings.

The 26/27 racing season is almost upon us!

We have an opening season fun race scheduled for 27th September with the 1st Wednesday night race set for 30th September. Before this I would like to hold a skippers meeting on Wed 23rd Sept to discuss various things, such as; Do we continue with 2 Divisions, Friday race format, Handicap system.

If you have anything to discuss, please send it to raceofficer@opuacruisingclub.co.nz. so that it can be included on the night.

Andy Vanasche
Commodore
Opua Cruising Club