Devonport This Weekend
30 May, 2025
Devonport This Weekend — 30 May to 2 June
Matariki Devonport
Te Hau Kapua (Devonport) Matariki Opening Ceremony
Celebrate the opening of the Matariki period in Devonport, with performances of music and kapa haka, at the rotunda behind the library. All welcome.
When: Sunday, 5pm.
Where: Band Rotunda, Windsor Reserve.
Star Hunt Competition
Pick up a Star Map from Devonport Library, Devonport Community House or selected local businesses, then explore the village to find all nine Matariki stars in shop windows. Submit a completed map and go in to win a $200 shopping voucher.
When: Sunday
Where: Devonport village
Star-making at the Navy Museum
Drop in and make your own Matariki whetū (star). Runs until Friday 27 June.
When: Sunday, 10am–5pm.
Where: 64 King Edward Pde.
Gallery Exhibitions
Tides of Change Opening at the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
Meet photographic artist Linda Jarrett, whose exhibition, Tides of Change, opens in the museum’s atrium. Jarrett’s works, part of the 2025 Auckland Festival of Photography, investigate the ecological impact of invasive exotic seaweed on New Zealand’s native marine environment. See here for more information.
When: Saturday, 10am–2pm.
Where: 64 King Edward Pde.
Above/Below at Satellite2
Asher Milgate’s unique photographic works explore memory, history and identity. His exhibition Above/Below is part of the 2025 Auckland Festival of Photography. It encapsulates not what is immediately visible, but instead what is felt, inherited, and often unseen, and reflects his explorations and experiences while living in Devonport. See here for more information.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–2pm.
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.
When: Friday and Saturday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 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: 3 Victoria Rd.
Sport
North Shore United AFC
Last weekend, North Shore enjoyed a 3-1 victory over Mt Albert Ponsonby at Allen Hill, moving the side up the table to seventh place. On Saturday, Shore plays at home again, this time hosting Waiheke United in the second round of the Chatham Cup.
When: Saturday, 2pm.
Where: Allen Hill Stadium, 25 Lake Rd.
North Shore Rugby Club
Last weekend brought victories for both the premier men and women. The only Shore fixture this weekend sees the under-85kg side playing Takapuna, on Saturday, away from home at Onewa Domain.
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 5.00pm.
Where: Stanley Bay Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Pt Rd.
Music & Entertainment
The Vic: A Love Story
This new short film charts the fascinating history of the Victoria Theatre, the oldest purpose-built cinema in the Southern Hemisphere. Locally produced, it features some of those who campaigned so hard to bring the theatre back to life. Screenings form part of the fundraising campaign to raise money for new seats for the cinema.
More information and screening times here.
When: Saturday and Monday
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
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.
General Events
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.
Open Homes
Bayleys
28 Hanlon Cres, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
10A Merani St, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
6 Russell St, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.45pm.
5/17 Church St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
3/3 Sydney St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
58A Aramoana Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
33A Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 11–11.45am.
1/279 Lake Rd, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
28 Jubilee Ave, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
2/21 Hauraki Rd, Sunday, 12.30–1pm.
41 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
2/13 Montgomery Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
1/30 Ngataringa Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
131A Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
10 Cheltenham Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
2/10 Ewen Alison Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
3/9 Aramoana Ave, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
54 & 54A Wairoa Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
15 Albert Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
1/3 Opua St, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
Book Ahead for Next Weekend
Matariki Takarunga Lantern Hikoi
Celebrate the arrival of Matariki! Assemble at Whare Toi, with lanterns, for a hikoi up Takarunga. Devonport Primary School kapa haka group will perform at the summit.
Bookings are essential and can be made here.
When: Saturday 7 June, 4.30pm.
Where: Whare Toi, 24 Kerr St.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to
whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.