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$3 million investment to restore Piriharakeke

Published on November 04, 2026

Years of vision, determination and partnership have secured a major investment in the future of Piriharakeke, with the Government announcing it would provide up to $3 million in grant funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to support the restoration and development of Foxton's historic river loop.

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Big Dutch Day Out returns to Foxton

Published on April 07, 2026

Get ready to grab something orange and head to Foxton. The much-loved Big Dutch Day Out is back on Saturday 18 April 2026 - with a vibrant celebration of Dutch culture, community and fun for all ages.

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Robert Harris Café now serving at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Published on September 12, 2025

Foxton has a new spot for coffee and foodie lovers. Robert Harris Café has officially opened on Wednesday 10 September at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, bringing fresh flavour and a warm welcome into this community hub.

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Birds, Art and Fun for Everyone

Published on December 20, 2024

Get ready to spread your wings! 'Kororī, Kororā' – a vibrant and dynamic celebration of native birds in Aotearoa – has landed at the Māpuna Kabinet Art Gallery in Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, Foxton running until Friday 28 February 2025.

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New exhibition to shine at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Published on January 23, 2024

Escape to Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom and immerse yourself in the latest exhibition ‘To Catch a Falling Star, Hopukia te whetū rere’ which opens on Saturday 27 January and shows till Friday 22 March 2024.

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Smell your way through the Rozengeur international art exhibition

Published on September 22, 2023

Have you ever wanted to experience multi-dimensional art? To walk up to artwork and smell the flowers or the forest in the picture? Now you can at the sensuous art exhibition 'Smells like Roses - Rozengeur.' Let scented art pieces from the Netherlands and Aotearoa take you on a journey of the mind. Walk among moss and pines. Smell the roses and explore lush scents wafting towards you.

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Innovative and diverse fibre crafts on display

Published on August 18, 2023

Knitters, weavers, spinners and textile artists from across Manawatū have come together to share an inspiring woven exhibition to Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom.

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Glittery sculpture unveiled by budding young artists

Published on March 09, 2022

A sparkling new artwork was unveiled at Te Awahou Riverside Cultural Park last Friday by local school children who won the privilege as part of an art competition.

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‘Funky Foxton’ painting sells at surprise price in popular auction

Published on October 20, 2021

The auction of a pop-art painting by Zane Goode reached $3,000 last weekend, surprising the punters in Te Awahou Foxton. And with a four-year-old as the Auction Master wielding the hammer – to conclude the sale of the colourful and fantastical painting – there were plenty of laughs, tension and some tears.

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Exhibition Celebrates 70 Year Contribution by Kuia to Whānau Wellbeing

Published on October 08, 2021

At a time when a pandemic creates struggles and issues for whānau across the nation, it seems more important than ever to commemorate the help and support that the Māori Women’s Welfare League has provided to families in need, for 70 years.

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$3 million investment to restore Piriharakeke

Big Dutch Day Out returns to Foxton

Robert Harris Café now serving at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Birds, Art and Fun for Everyone

New exhibition to shine at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Smell your way through the Rozengeur international art exhibition

Innovative and diverse fibre crafts on display

Glittery sculpture unveiled by budding young artists

‘Funky Foxton’ painting sells at surprise price in popular auction

Exhibition Celebrates 70 Year Contribution by Kuia to Whānau Wellbeing

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