Members’ draw Lucky Winners
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.
Members’ draw Saturday 5th Sept
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
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 talk
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.
Skippers meeting on Wed 23rd Sept
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
Totara Vineyard Tasting Evening – August 22nd
Totara Vineyard Tasting Evening – Saturday 22nd August @ 6pm.
A delightful evening at Opua Cruising Club hosted by Trisha & Paulette with tastings of Totara Port, Totara Sherry, Totara Café & Totara Cream. Each tasting is paired with a delicious canapé.
Tickets are just $15 but are limited, so order yours without delay!
Solar Solutions Northland – Calendar Sponsor of the Month
If you’re interested in reducing your electricity expenses, consider installing solar power with Opua Cruising Club’s sponsor of the month, Solar Solutions Northland!
Solar Solutions Northland is operated and managed by Cameron Murray. Cameron grew up splitting his time between Hawaii and Opua, attending school in Hawaii and spending holidays in Opua. After managing super yachts in the US, he entered the solar industry in its early days, designing systems for luxury homes in New York and Florida, and later for yachts. In 2012, as his grandfather aged, Cameron returned to Opua and relaunched Solar Solutions Northland, working on projects from tiny homes to fully off-grid houses capable of charging electric vehicles.
Cameron has over 20 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on lithium batteries. He has lived onboard his boat, Tranquillity, and more recently moved into a fully off-grid home, where he has applied his knowledge by outfitting his residence with renewable energy products.
Cameron emphasises the importance of developing an effective load plan prior to starting a project. He follows the principle of only recommending products that he would be willing to use himself. Cameron’s background includes designing, installing, and living with sustainable energy systems for over two decades. Systems are designed to closely align with specific energy requirements, and modular options allow for future expansion while keeping initial costs manageable.
For clean, green power revolution, with renewable energy systems contact Solar Solutions Northland!
Phone Cameron 027 932 6815 or Office 027 228 4961
E-mail: info@solarsolutionsnorthland.co.nz
Website: www.solarsolutionsnorthland.co.nz
Mexican Night – August 1st
Mexican Night – August 1st
Live music from “Searching for Harmonies”
Prize for the best fancy dress.
Mexican style food from The Galley
Cocktail specials including Mojitos and Margaritas
Come and join the fun August 1st from 5:30pm !!
Michael Read-Percival – Friday 17th July
Join us at Opua Cruising Club this Friday 17th July for a fantastic evening of live music with the talented Michael Read-Percival from 6pm.
Sit back, enjoy great music, good company, and a relaxed waterfront atmosphere. Bring your friends, grab a drink or a meal, and make it a night to remember!
Charlotte ‘Rockstar’ Jones Saturday 11th July
We’ve got the incredible evening lined up this Saturday with Charlotte ‘Rockstar’ Jones playing from 6pm. Live music, good vibes and a lively Saturday evening with friends.
Come down to Opua Cruising Club, grab a drink, have a bite to eat, settle in and enjoy 🙂
Saturday 11th July 2026
From 6:00pm @ Opua Cruising Club
Free Entry
Full bar and bistro menu available.
