Pioneer Village Kaikohe

12/12/2024

Special appreciation to our NO1 AMAAZING Volunteer of the year goes to: Morris for all the hard work you continue to do here at Pioneer Village 🥰
Our Grout and Train needed attention, without hesitation you are there, giving your full attention.
Our Vehicles will now go into the new year all fresh and ready for customers to enjoy.
Above and beyond this, the mahi you are doing on the Tack House is coming along beautifully. Words cannot express how grateful we are.
What you do never goes un-noticed. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Merry New Year 🎄
Thank you, we appreciate you 😊

22/10/2024

Life’s pretty good when the suns shining and the birds are chirping.
The magic 🤩 of colours, sweet smells and absolute beauty can be found right in the middle of kaikohe. So lovely it might take your breath away😍
Open tomorrow Wednesday 10am - 2pm

17/10/2024

Kia Ora all, we were just sent a photo to share with you all of our happy little visitors that came in on Wednesday. We also had some young visitors from Manawatu Home Schooling today, they enjoyed the Court House, a bit bummed our train wasn't running but enjoyed ringing the Bell ☺️
They are making their way up towards Kaitaia what a journey they have.

Thank you for visiting Pioneer Village 🥰

15/10/2024

YES!! WE ARE OPEN!🤩
We've just had a group of children visit us this morning. Was soo good to here the sound of laughter here at Pioneer Village.

Thank you for coming in kids, what a great burst of energy and vibes🥳🤩

Drop in and have a look around.
Buy a hot coffee and muffin/cake to enjoy

15/10/2024

It is with sorrow that we inform you of the passing of a friend and volunteer of the Pioneer Village Kaikohe, Fred Courtney, who passed away on Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Fred started as a volunteer many, many years ago and his great service, dedication and commitment helped to keep the Pioneer Village numerous machinery and vehicles in working order. On open days he would be here running the sawmills huge old Tangye engine. He will be missed.

A gathering for Fred was held at The Chapel at Squires Funeral Services on Friday 11th October, 2024.

Fred Courtney 1942-2024

Rest in Peace and fly free in the heavens.

11/10/2024

Hello all! Due to our projects and the last major thunder and lightening storm we are still having a few malfunctions, and will not be holding Halloween this year.

You can check out:
Halloween Disco at the Memorial Hall 1st November 5.30-8.30pm with a small fee of $3.00

Trunk or Treat Halloween L*D Chapel 6 Hongi Street 31st Oct 6.30pm FREE Entry

The Pack House Kerikeri Halloween Night Market 31st Oct 5-8pm

Search them up on FB for more info.
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04/10/2024

Here's a quick little update with what we've been up to. We appreciate our crew/team & volunteers that's been hands down AMAAZING with all our projects.

Come on in! Nau mai, Haere mai, and have a look around. Get a first hand experience on our happenings.

17/09/2024

After that major thunder bolt and lighting show a couple of weeks ago we were affected quite badly.
We currently have no phone or internet services - still having access problems and waiting on technical upgrades.
Will respond to emails as soon as we are able.
Urgent matters please send PM and we will do our best to provide answers.

17/08/2024

Just a couple of photo updates on some of the restoration projects on the go here in the village.

Lots of amazing things happening- feel free to drop in and check it out for yourself👍

Always looking for new volunteers, we have a projects file in the front office, maybe one of these projects fits perfectly with your “skills, time and availability”?

04/07/2024

Pioneer village is under construction 🚧
Some exhibits Closed for winter maintenance .
You might notice our gates are closed but that doesn’t mean things aren’t going on, this is just a glimpse of some projects.

Tack house is being straightened and stabilised new footings, beams and roof to come😳 much thanks to our amazing 🤩 “Morris” and a newbie volunteer Tiwi(Dave). This project is being completed on a tiny budget and solely volunteer labour.

Maioha cottage restoration project starts today and this building will be closed to public for the next 9-12 months(weather dependent)
The extreme weather conditions of the past few years have not been kind to this historic building. It is with thanks to Lotteries Environment and heritage, Source Design(Jonah) , Stout Trust and some frugal village saving that this project can proceed.

Gammons Store exterior is getting a new paint job. A past volunteer started this project and our newbie is taking it on🤞It’s going to look amazing again this project is on a tiny budget and completely volunteer labour.

Many hands make light work- If you are keen to give us a hand feel free to pop in…. We are always looking for new volunteers.

So next time your driving past and think, they are never open, or that place has nothing happening… think again. You’ll find us out there doing it😁
If your looking to visit the village it will be koha entry as we can’t promise a full experience… but just maybe it might be more than 🤣

We plan to re open in September sometime🤣

check our page for project updates,jugs usually on at 10.30 if you want to chat

25/06/2024

Morena, come in today and enjoy a Hot Coffee, cake/choc slice in front of our beautiful hot fire for $10
Take a walk around for an extra $10

12/06/2024

We're still on the hunt for Volunteers.

This is project NO2...
Can you take a guess on what it is??
Here's a hint - fix/build
Are you that person?
Be your own boss
Have your own working hours doing what you love doing.

Don't be shy! Give us a call, email or come in.
(09)4010816 or [email protected]

05/06/2024

Our Matariki Puanga Night Ride is taking place this month! Don't forget to register if you're keen to join us for a ride along Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail under the stars.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-matariki-puanga-night-ride

31/05/2024

We've been very busy today with a great crew to help get our Village looking fresh for next week.
Enjoy and have a safe long weekend! From Pioneer Village 😊

29/05/2024

Kia Ora All,
During the cold Season, Pioneer Village will be open to public Wednesday's and Friday's 10am - 2pm (unless making a private booking please email us: [email protected])

Soo.. if your looking for a nice warm quiet place to enjoy a hot coffee/tea & a sweet treat during your lunch break. Nau Mai! Haere Mai!
Welcome to bring your own lunch & chill in front of the fire. We also have free internet. 😊

22/05/2024

04/05/2024

When you visit founders museum in Nelson and happen to open a book and it’s from home🤷‍♀️🤩