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Crawl into a Bumper Ball (above), or test your
balance on the mechanical surfboard (below)
See the latest in boats, caravans, and more.
You can even try a few on for size.
9am - 4pm WEDNESDAY
4 JANUARY 2017, PAUANUI
BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Join the fun and festivities in Kennedy Park,
Pauanui on Wednesday 4 January 2017. The
Great Outdoors Expo – the only one of its kind
on the peninsula – will showcase the latest
offerings from up to 90 local and national
suppliers. And, this free admission, fun-for-
families event benefits the local Hikuai School,
the organiser of the annual event.
“The Expo is a reflection of the wonderful
family culture that permeates the school”,
explains the primary school’s principal Jared
Stein. “Everyone comes together to stage the
Expo and then experience its success.”
Proceeds from the Expo have been used
to revitalise the school’s computer
infrastructure, with a very good ratio of
laptops-to-children available in all classrooms
to support their e-learning.
EXPLORE THE EXPO! SHOP, EAT & PLAY
Whilst mums and dads are checking out the
numerous exhibits, entertainment for kids of
all ages will be plentiful. Golf and a bouncy
slide for younger kids, and Bumper Ball for
the older ones. And who can resist a
mechanical surfboard?
Attendees can check out exhibits and browse
pop-up stores to find services and products
relating to marine/sport/leisure activities and
outdoor patio environments. And of course,
plenty of delicious food will also be available.
Expo coordinator Sarah Steinemann tells us,
“Many wait till the Expo to buy their new bike,
SUP or outdoor lounge furniture, enjoying the
novelty of a city retail experience directly at
the beach. You’ll see the latest innovations
and even try out new things.”
Now in its third year, even though some
exhibitors are regulars, visitors are always
guaranteed something new – such as viewing
the newest in caravan design, jet skis, e-bikes,
outdoor ovens, heaters and fireplaces plus
loads of water toys.
“Last year’s Expo was the perfect opportunity
to launch our new ‘Outdoors Covered’
endeavour direct to our target market.” shares
Rachael Lee of Whitianga’s Guthrie Bowron.
“Based on the positive response and success,
we are coming with both businesses this year.”
KEY EXHIBITORS AND RAFFLE
SPONSORS MAKE IT ALL HAPPEN
“Our 4 main exhibitors are key to the event
being able to take place,” says Mark Milmine,
School Chairman and Expo founder. “Danske
Mobler, Family Boats and Hunting & Fishing
have been involved from the outset, with
Jayco/South Auckland Caravans joining as the
4th major exhibitor in 2016.”
Generous businesses have donated prizes for
the huge raffle. Will you be the lucky one going
home with with the BeefEater BBQ sponsored
by Richardsons Pauanui? Other prizes include
accommodation & restaurant packages
from Puka Park Resort, an Open-Water Dive
Package from DiveZone Whitianga, and others
from Hutchwilco, Danske Mobler, Supervalue
Pauanui and A2Z Timber.
Raffle tickets are on sale Labour Weekend until
the draw in the afternoon on Expo day. It’s not
necessary to be present to claim your prize.
SEE YOU THERE!
This year take the ferry from Tairua to Pauanui
where a free shuttle is available to and from
the Expo. See signs at wharf next to the ferry
timetable and website for details.
COME ON OVER AND
BRING YOUR FRIENDS!
For more info or an exhibitor application form visit
their Facebook page.
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