16 May, 2025

Devonport This Weekend — 16, 17 and 18 May

General Events  

Costume Market Day at the Rose Centre

Company Theatre is having a clear-out! Thirty years worth of costumes — vintage wear, dresses, suits, accessories and more. All items on sale for a gold coin donation.

When: Saturday, 9am–1pm.

Where: Rose Centre, 4 School Rd, Belmont.

 

Swap Shop at Devonport Community House

Refresh your wardrobe and swap until you drop! Bring in your good-quality, pre-loved adult clothing and receive a token for every item. Use your tokens to purchase other items on shop day. No token, no problem — all items will be available for $5 each (cash preferred). Koha entry.

When: Drop-off by 7pm Friday. Shop on Sunday, 10am–1pm.

Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.

 

Science on Ice at the Navy Museum Family Fun Day

Uncover science on the ice with fun, family-friendly activities led by scientists from Defence Science and Technology. See here for more information.

When: Saturday, 10am–3pm.

Where: 64 King Edward Pde, Torpedo Bay.

 

Climate Cafe at the Devonport Community House

Come along for a cuppa and a conversation to explore meaningful ways to make a positive impact on people, our planet, and all living creatures. Kai and drinks provided. No booking required. Gold coin koha appreciated.

When: Sunday, 10.30am.

Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.

 

Volcanic Vinyl Pop-Up Record Store

New and used LPs for sale across most genres including funk, soul, punk, blues, rock, electronica, metal, reggae and hip hop, all in the convivial surroundings of Tiny Triumphs.

When: Saturday, 2–5.30pm.

Where: Tiny Triumphs, 5 Clarence St.

 

Mahjong at the Devonport Community House

Head to the community house to play some casual games of mahjong. Email maddy@devonportcomhouse.co.nz to join the WhatsApp group chat to ensure you have a seat at the table. No tutor present. Koha on entry.

When: Sunday, 1–3pm.

Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.

 

Devonport Museum

The museum has many fascinating displays showing local natural, geological and human history, along with memorabilia relating to schools, transport, early settlers and families, and a collection of historical photographs.

When: Saturday and Sunday, 2–4pm.

Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.

 

Music & Entertainment 

Tainui Tuesdays at Devonport Yacht Club

Band Tainui Tuesdays performs an eclectic assortment of folk, rock and Americana — plus a French selection — with a lively dance set to close out the night.  Relax with a drink from the bar, and food by Flying Rickshaw. For more information, email kirmac@xtra.co.nz. Entry: $20 cash at the door (Free for club members.)

When: Sunday, 5–7pm.

Where: Devonport Yacht Club, 24 King Edward Pde.

 

Big Bike Film Night and The Italian Film Festival at The Vic

Ciao Devonport! Cinema Italiano continues screening until 21 May. See here for session details.

The Big Bike Film Night is back for an encore screening on Sunday at 12.30pm. This treasure chest of riveting bike films from around the world has everything a cycle-centric audience could want —  action, drama, humour and plenty of inspiration. Grab your mates, grab your bike and come along for the ride! More details and tickets here.

Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.

 

Happy Hours and Live Music at The Patriot

Two happy hours tonight (4–7pm and 9–11pm), with USB Duo playing live from 6pm.

When: Friday.

Where: The Patriot, 14 Victoria Rd

 

Live DJ Set at Tiny Triumphs

Ethan Geers will be hitting the decks.

When: Saturday, 9.30pm–midnight.

Where: Tiny Triumphs, 5 Clarence St.

 

Lazy Sunday Afternoon Singing

Head along to Harmony Hall for a singing session. Email dellgraham@gmail.com for the weekly programme. BYO wine and cheese.

When: Sunday, 4pm.

Where: 4 Wynyard St.

 

Sport

North Shore Rugby Club

A clean score sheet for the premier men last weekend, with a runaway 85-0 win against Silverdale. Shore leads local rivals Takapuna at the top of the table by five points.

It’s another home game for the men’s premier and reserve teams this Saturday, with both sides taking on Northcote. The under-85kg side is also playing at Vauxhall Rd, against Glenfield. The premier women and the under-21 men are away from home, playing Silverdale and Northcote respectively.

When: Saturday, 1pm and 2.45pm.

Where: Vauxhall Sportsfields, 28 Vauxhall Rd.

 

North Shore United AFC

North Shore play at home against Northern Rovers, who are currently third-equal on the table.

When: Saturday, 3pm.

Where: Allen Hill Stadium, 25 Lake Rd.

 

Friendly Fridays at Stanley Bay Petanque Club

An opportunity for club members and guests to play petanque and enjoy a social catch-up with friends and the local community. All welcome.

When: Friday, play 3–5pm, bar opens from 5pm.

Where: Stanley Bay Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Pt Rd.

 

Gallery Exhibitions

Cristina Beth: Cameos — a women’s line at Satellite2

Retro mattress fabric takes on new life in local artist Cristina Beth’s works about women’s identity. The mattresses — collected from kerbside inorganic collections — are overlaid with painted lines and thread for the seven larger oval pieces in the collection, which are complemented by 18 smaller squares.

More information in the 9 May Flagstaff here.

When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.

Where: 61A Victoria Rd.

 

Gary Hunt: The Sound of Steel at DEPOT Artspace

An exhibition of sculptured percussion instruments created by designer, musician and steel fabricator Gary Hunt. The instruments, which can all be played, are made from a mix of found objects, crafted percussive shapes and miscellaneous mechanisms.

The exhibition is presented in partnership with band Helium Project, led by Devonport local Nick Edgar. A live-music show to accompany the exhibition takes place on 23 May (see Book for Next Weekend below).

When: Friday and Saturday, 10am–4pm.

Where: DEPOT Artspace, 28 Clarence St.

 

Tim Li: Portraits from the Deep exhibition at DEPOT 3 Vic Road

Portraits from the Deep showcases a collection of illustrations and gyotaku prints by Tim Li, an artist who produces hyper-realistic depictions of Aotearoa’s marine species. Gyotaku originated as a way for Japanese fishermen to record their catches and is now recognised as a traditional art form.

When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.

Where: DEPOT, 3 Victoria Rd.

 

Open Homes

Barfoot & Thompson

2/59 Norwood Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

26A Niccol Ave, Saturday, 2–2.30pm.

5/16 Rutland Rd, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

16 Lansdowne St, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

 

Bayleys

28 Hanlon Cres, Saturday, 11–11.30am.

22 Grove Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.

6/40 Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

10A Merani St, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

2/21 Hauraki Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12.30–1pm.

5/17 Church St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

3 Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

58A Aramoana Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.

41 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 11–11.30am.

16A Macky Ave, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

55 Merani St, Sunday, 12.30–1.15pm.

46 Tainui Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

28 Jubilee Ave, Sunday, 1.30–2pm.

1/279 Lake Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.

9 Shoal Bay Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.

 

Harcourts Cooper & Co

10/77 Old Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.

2/10 Ewen Alison Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.

20 Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

1/5 Corrella Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

131A Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

10 Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

27 Hemi St, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.

15 Albert Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.

3/9 Aramoana Ave, Saturday, 3–3.30pm.

26A Queens Pde, Sunday, 11–11.30am.

1/14 Ewen Alison Ave, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.

1/3 Opua St, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.

55 Regent St, Sunday, 3–3.30pm.

 

Book for Next Weekend

Creative-writing Workshop at Devonport Community House

Led by Auckland-based poet, author, and playwright Dominic Hoey, this two-day, creative-writing workshop focuses on short stories and novel writing. It will explore key storytelling techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment and help you plan your next steps as a writer, whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your craft. More information and bookings here.

When: Saturday 24 May and Sunday 25 May, 10am–1.30pm.

Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.

 

Helium Project | The Sound of Steel at DEPOT Artspace

Helium Project’s new show The Sound of Steel is a suite of music composed by Devonport local Nick Edgar to showcase an exhibition of hand-crafted percussion instruments created by designer, musician and steel fabricator Gary Hunt. More information and bookings here.

When: Friday 23 May, 7.30pm–9pm.

Where: DEPOT Artspace, 28 Clarence St.

 

Tell us about your weekend event: email details to

whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.