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Make it stand out Rod & Saddle Holiday Home: 027 229 0260 | Address: 5540 Kurow-Duntroon Road, Kurow 9498 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/c68855d7-68d8-43a1-962f-dbd3f82ab957/kurow+hotel.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Kurow Hotel: 03 436 0850 | kurowhotel@gmail.com | Address: 55 Bledisloe Street, Kurow 9435 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/8834dc52-b957-4ac3-876f-ea72ff989ebd/western+house.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Western House: 027 501 6534 | westernhouse.kurow@gmail.com | Address: 5469 Kurow-Duntroon Road, Otiake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/13252f25-977c-415a-86f5-c236cb611319/Settlement+view.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Settlement View: 027 498 4138 | settlement.view@gmail.com | Address: 42 Settlement View Road, Kurow, 9446 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/31fb4020-dfb1-4618-b9a9-8aca5a55587c/schoolhouse.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Old School House: 021 826 612 or 027 368 Address: Hazel Grove, Otekaieke https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/58a0222e-7888-43ac-afc0-536d2acb394a/waitaki+braids.jpg Stay - 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Make it stand out Riverside B&B: 03 436 0055 | lyn@riversidebnb.nz | Address: 58 Bledisloe Street, Kurow, North Otago https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/2b49993e-ba20-4443-b119-278286480d4b/Station+Peak.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Station Peak Homestead: 03 688 6298 or 021 1461 058 Address: 5272 Hakataramea Highway, Kurow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/4c8fbd1c-7367-4815-8730-e19bb114f1cd/mr+dommett.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Mt Domett run: 027 246 8696 Address: Domett Road, 9494 Kurow, New Zealand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/803dc919-af78-499f-9032-38fd8111805b/Sparrow+hawk.jpg Stay - Make it stand out The Sparrowhawk Eco Retreat: 0274244147 | info@thesparrowhawk.co.nz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/91a0c90b-eccf-4cf1-a077-c46954598227/kurow+holiday+park.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Kurow Holiday Park: 03 436 0725 Address: 76 Bledisloe Street, Kurow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/32b33344-72f2-479a-8abf-0c1ef95dfed8/Valley+view+glamping.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Valley View Glamping: 021 1928 282 | info@valleyviews.co.nz Address: 161 Domett Road, Otiake 9494 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/d6f691b8-89a8-41f1-95ba-bf0760a8f168/Waitaki+Hotel.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Waitaki Hotel: 03 436 0650 | | Address: 37 Bledisloe Street, Kurow 9435 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/05b3e96a-3fb6-43f9-859a-f5a6b89651e6/Kurow+motel.jpg Stay - Make it stand out Kurow Motel: 03 436 0655 | Address: 82-85 Bledisloe Street, Kurow 9435 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596500844299-GYR8U5MSPNBOWX8VBWYF/view.jpg Stay https://www.kurow.org.nz/reservations daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1622413687351-CSRK3X3L3N5B7SR3GJG9/westwing.jpg Services - Meeting space at Kurow Information Centre - Cost of the room $25 per hour up to 2 hours, half a day $60, full day $80. Social/community groups can use it for free. Call 03 436 0950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1622414487941-VLS2OHGGA82RI2HUCCTE/community+car.jpg Services - Waitaki Valley Community Car - transport for residents of Omarama, Otematata, Haka Valley, Kurow and Duntroon. Call: 03 436 0950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752230722299-8MPY20MKCQD4LOFDAU0S/unsplash-image-6jYoil2GhVk.jpg Services - School Education Waitaki Valley School (2010) Phone (03) 436 0660 for more information www.waitakivalley.school.nz Waitaki Valley Preschool For any enquiries please call in to the Centre at Settlement Road, Phone 03 436 0999 or email Gaye Schurgers - Send Email Hakataramea Valley Mobile Kindy Phone Juliet 03 436 0735 for more information. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752230958117-M2PKDV5K9U49K0G2VLRN/unsplash-image-DK8jXx1B-1c.jpg Services - Medical / Emergency Services Kurow Medical Centre Phone (03) 436 0760 for an appointment Kurow St John In an emergency please phone 111. The Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea are serviced by Prime Response which is supported by a volunteer ambulance service, based in Kurow, with back up support from Oamaru. Kurow Volunteer Fire Brigade In an emergency please phone 111. The Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea are serviced by a dedicated volunteers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/dcf508fa-9828-46a8-b741-7f1492df4a50/Well+South.png Services Age Concern – Kathryn Bennett | Social Connections Facilitator | Age Concern Otago |Mob 027 4347 089| www.ageconcernotago.com Oamaru Pacific Community Group – Lauao & Mafa | Community Connectors | 027 213 8939 & 021 0868 6634 | info@oamarupacific.nz Library - Ella McKelvey (Librarian) | 03-436 0660 | librarian@waitakivalley.school.nz | Waitaki Valley School, Settlement Road, Kurow. OPENING HOURS: Monday-Wednesday & Friday 12.30pm-3.30pm, Thursday 1:00pm-3:30pm, Saturday 10:30am-12:00pm Plunket - Plunket Nurse & Community Karitane based in Oamaru come up the Valley regularly | 027 5712 264 or phone Plunket Line on 0800 933 922 Waitaki Multicultural Council - (03) 434 7544 Rubbish & recycling – 0800 341 11 11 Other Waitaki council services Post Shop at the Information Center 03 436 0950 Doctors- Kurow Medical Centre -03 4360 760 NZTA: Kurow Information Centre, 57 Bledisloe Street, Kurow; for all your car registration requirements. (not available on weekends or public holidays) 03 436 0950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752223029300-ILN5JGMRVITCR4SUPNCP/unsplash-image-HJckKnwCXxQ.jpg Services - Justices of the Peace Heather Gray: 027 436 8348 ( Hakataramea Valley) John Currie: 027 453 1165 Vicky Munro: 021 438 745 ( Otematata ) Jan Keeling: 027497 9006 ( Duntroon ) JPs are available by appointment only to: -Witness signatures on documents / Certify copies of documents -Take oaths, declarations, affidavits or affirmations / Confirm identity https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/78aa586b-8dda-4307-83ea-3f22bd40b42a/rural+support.png Services - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596500316276-P860OHMJEZQCDI93BU07/6515622301377989369_IMG_1097.JPG Services https://www.kurow.org.nz/locations daily 0.75 2024-12-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1603068200600-H4DN6ZPKVXPACU0FZKEZ/Kurow-logo.png Contact - Kurow Museum and Information Centre - Waitaki Valley Community Society Incorporated Phone: +64 3 436 0950 Address: 57 Bledisloe Street, Kurow Email: info@kurow.org.nz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1597105809204-VGP9TXCXWC1NFCN06EM3/Kurow%2BMuseum%2Band%2BInformation%2BCentre.jpg Contact https://www.kurow.org.nz/explore daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596498006052-KMRHX7F9ERB0A0K748VY/oteake-gilbert-van-reenan-565.jpg Explore - Oteake Conservation Park Traverse the tops of mountains Oteake Conservation Park covers large tracts of the St Bathans, Ewe, Hawkdun, Ida and St Marys ranges, and parts of the upper Manuherikia Basin. Click here to get more information directly from the DOC website. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1604276769676-RDPRTXHO33QO4XHLR93U/Photo+Credit+Bruce+Dow Explore - Alps2Ocean Cycle Trail 301km from Mt Cook to Oamaru - whether you want to embark on the journey from mountains to ocean or just take a leisurely ride around the dams . The A2O trail passes right through Kurow, which makes it a great stop along the journey or a good base to explore the nearby areas by bike. Check out more details on https://www.alps2ocean.com/ Photo credit Bruce Dow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596495827917-74TVUQKB04PKJG53QL49/Paterson%27s+Cottage+%283%29.jpg Explore - Paterson’s Cottage Paterson’s Cottage, [originally known as Paterson’s Accommodation House], is an historic building situated near the Waimate-Hakataramea Highway in South Canterbury and on the property of Glenmac. This building is an excellent example of an early cob building with its walls and chimney built of clay, (probably from the cliff at the mouth of the nearby Penticotico Stream), chopped up tussock and shingle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596495903127-Y26JUM1MU1X0RU1ZY5DJ/Kurow+Hill+postcard+image.jpg Explore - Kurow Hill Walkway If you want to see the layout of the Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea Valley then Kurow Hill walk is a must. There are armchairs placed up the hill for rest and to take in the views. To get to the top of hill takes around 30 minutes with a few rests along the way. Access is from Grey Street, along from the Kurow Motels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/ead6f090-7d56-4b7c-9cfa-93e926ada425/IMG_6978.jpeg Explore - Kurow Wetlands The Kurow Wetlands were constructed and maintained by local volunteers to preserve and protect the stunning natural environment and wildlife in the braided river environment. This easy and flat short walk is located only a few minutes out of Kurow town centre and is a great spot to get close to the Waitaki River. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1fe9d6cb-633e-4bb1-a7de-950a14eb03d2/605e7022d9c08.jpg Explore - Explore the Valley Check out the local attractions Virtually or in Reality…. your choice! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/d374fc18-74f5-4301-beeb-8611d81710cf/Pubs.jpg Explore - One town - two pubs Enjoy a cold beer and pub meal at either the Waitaki Hotel or the Kurow Hotel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596497853083-3X5VWJ20NTX9ZPKYMMGJ/kirkliston+range.JPG Explore - Kirkliston Range Conservation Area A great place in the Hakataramea Valley to go tramping or hunting. Click here to get more information directly from the DOC website. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596495985166-QHENX60WIQRHSSIJ68I6/kurow+school.jpg Explore - Heritage Trail - Birthplace of New Zealand’s Social Security Follow the map around the historic buildings and sites of Kurow and learn about the beginnings of the social security system in NZ. Pick up one of the trail maps at the Kurow Information Centre and Museum. Pictures: Kurow School (Former). c1930. Image courtesy of the North Otago Museum P0025.409, 1930s. Copyright: North Otago Museum. Taken By: David Erskine Neave. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596498430601-IXG0O1PB0SWIWTK4VTTJ/awakino.jpg Explore - Awakino Skifield The Awakino Ski Field is a friendly and affordable club-operated skifield situated high in the St Marys Range near Kurow in the Waitaki Valley. The field is situated in a sunny, north-facing valley with fantastic views over the Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea. It boasts one and a half high-speed rope tows, queues are unheard of and a busy day means more than 10 people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1604283249033-01E28K5ZARGY6Z34PDBT/IMG_20200925_145447.jpg Explore - Hakataramea Cycle Route From Kurow, cross the Waitaki River via SH82 and turn left onto Hakataramea Valley Rd. Carry on following the Hakataramea River until Wrights Crossing. After crossing the river here, turn right onto McHenrys Rd to head back down the valley onto SH82 and return to Kurow. Gravel and bitumen roads, mainly flat with a small section on state highway. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596498133293-3ZJWP17I2HIBM072OK59/Ahuriri%2BConservation%2BPark%2Bentrance.jpg Explore - Ahuriri Conservation Park Venture a bit further up the valley to explore the mountains, rivers, tussocklands, forests and valuable wetlands of the park by foot, mountain bike and on horseback. Click here to get more information directly from the DOC website. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1596495779753-HUE5VNWZ8DDEI7FV0616/Kurow+museum.jpeg Explore - Kurow Museum Kurow Museum is on the Main Street of Kurow at the back of the Information Centre. Do call in and visit. The Museum is open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm Weekends & Public Holidays 10am -12.30pm (subject to volunteer availability) Closed Christmas & Boxing Day If you would like to enquire about Museum access for groups outside these times feel free to phone the Info Centre: 03 4360 950 Entrance is FREE, but we would love a donation to keep our quirky rural museum running. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1603152501772-9CO8JMBBTS0LEOSE4ZHM/ohau.jpg Explore https://www.kurow.org.nz/new-page-2 daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1604267495131-J5G6Y9KB5R6XEXQKA3C3/Bugle+shot.jpg The Bugle https://www.kurow.org.nz/businesses daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752226586432-RPM3MXZGQYP8I3H2OS88/unsplash-image-PfoLt5PERqU.jpg Businesses - Automotive / Mechanic Kurow Autos & Caltex: 26 Bledisloe St, Kurow; Ph: +643 4360839 Valley Motors: 14 Wynyard Street, Kurow; Ph: 03-436 0865 NZTA: Kurow Information Centre, 57 Bledisloe Street, Kurow; Ph: 03 436 0950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752225852185-QZWSQ8VTURGDA0D1OLAH/unsplash-image-FeO9AixmDt0.jpg Businesses - Earthworks Dig it Machine Hire 0800 716 052 Gary Hawkins Earthmoving 027 4373 668 or 03 4360 778 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/71c734e9-2222-46cd-9b8f-bc1c84d25ed9/unsplash-image-wmubFtDgeyc.jpg Businesses - Electricians A2O ELECTRICAL 021 189 3250 Calect Electrical 0800 360 063 Electro Spec 027 264 0404 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/dd91f5a0-15be-4a49-9639-3e39c753d775/unsplash-image-n1RJ7pXgGTE.jpg Businesses - Engineering Radical Steel 027 709 0691 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752226855991-FQZAJ8TBQ9OOTRJHTP73/unsplash-image-5Nrll1FW6bw.jpg Businesses - Joinery Owen King / Twin Fish / 022 243 6470 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/4d4a39b7-4426-41eb-b205-68bc7e45e9bf/unsplash-image-hbHm4u39vMs.jpg Businesses - Shearing McSkimming Shearing / 027 449 1712 www.mcskimmingshearing.biz Puna Kerr Shearing / 03 4360988 or 027 408 7482 https://www.kurow.org.nz/play daily 0.75 2025-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1a394cc4-61a4-46bd-9c56-22cfcc28236b/RIVER_T_WINE-45.jpg Play - River-T Estate - wine tasting Come and enjoy the stunning views from our Cellar Door, overlooking the vineyard and to the mountains beyond. Whether you're visiting for wine tasting or simply to unwind, River-T Wines offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Come and enjoy our slice of paradise! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/4bb34d4e-f761-4269-a2d6-8f4d6bbb1958/e1e5e5f8df6d842eed496aef7822d169.JPEG Play - Sole to Soul - active mindfulness Walking in our great outdoors is proven to have many benefits for the mind, body and soul. The Soles of our feet connect us to our land and create the pathway for our Soul to feel the power of nature. Mindful walks in our expansive and extremely beautiful Waitaki High Country, through private land, not normally accessible to public. Get in contact with Sally and Juliet to create a guided walk suited to you or your group. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752304343610-EQF2LIJ1H2W8Y594HCEP/unsplash-image-WdBQHcIiSIw.jpg Play - Awakino Ski Field Awakino Ski Field is a friendly and affordable club-operated skifield situated high in the St Marys Range near Kurow in the Waitaki Valley. The field is situated in a sunny, north-facing valley with fantastic views over the Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea. It boasts one and a half high-speed rope tows, queues are unheard of and a busy day means more than 10 people. It is renowned for its deep wind-blown powder, fantastic terrain suiting all abilities, and its pioneering spirit. Amongst all the club fields in New Zealand, Awakino best represents skiing as it first began. It has been described as a timeless place, and gliding down admist the white gulleys and rock towers of Glacier Basin on a good day, with the distant rattle of a rope tow pulley on the ridge above, it feels like just that. There is extensive ski-touring on the ranges just beyond the ski field boundaries and endless untracked powder just waiting to be found. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/4cea0a39-8fcd-4d21-b6b8-f4ca28a111b8/VALLI+22Nov23_ChloeLodge_42_websize.jpg Play - Valli Wine Bar - wine tasting The Valli Wine Bar is located in the heart of Kurow’s CBD. Situated in the historic Oamaru Stone Kurow Post Office, a bit of hidden luxury awaits. Exciting wines, small plates and stellar hospitality will greet you on your visit. Please give us a call or email to book a tasting, celebration or group visit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/d9cb6bdf-fd8b-4c65-8625-38ab87f6ef30/golf+club.jpg Play - Kurow Golf Club - golfing Green Fees $15 Club & Cart Hire available 5 Manse Road, Kurow, North Otago Bookings & Information - kurow.golf@gmail.com Club Days:- Summer Saturday mixed competition report 12.45pm tee off 1.00pm Winter Saturday competition report 12.15pm tee off 12.30pm Winter Wednesday competition report 10.15am tee off 10.30am https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1751452538487-SFJVO9NVDIMCI7XUI6GT/unsplash-image-qr7tsSwDOg0.jpg Play - Fishing Brown and rainbow trout fishing available on Lake Benmore, Aviemore and Waitaki all year round. The Waitaki River opens for fishing on the 1st of October, while nearby rivers like the Hakataramea, Maerewhenua and Otematata river open on the first Saturday of November. In these waters trout can be fished through to the end of April. Sea run salmon run the Waitaki River to Kurow late summer and autumn and can be fished until the end of March. Trout and salmon fishing requires the purchase of a licence and regulations must be adhered to. Fishing gear and licenses: Kurow Auto Services (Caltex) & Sierra Motels Omarama. Give us a call at the information centre if you are after a fishing guide. https://www.kurow.org.nz/shop daily 0.75 2025-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/3fe42ff1-963b-408c-9a58-918e322630da/tourmaline+earrings.jpg Shop - Nicole Schofield artisan jewellery Located in the Valli Wine Bar, trade jeweller Nicole Schofield showcases her work. A treasury of gold, silver, gemstones and found objects, take home a one of a kind creation for your collection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/0867741e-8ba6-4199-ad97-3d5ae5934496/unsplash-image-CCJGadKQXxI.jpg Shop - Relics on the Road antiques and retro Stop in and find a treasure! Antiques & retro rule the roost at this little shop with big finds. Strike a deal with owner Leggie if you can catch him. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/164e5817-382d-44af-b3b7-e9dace467828/480235773_1038067281672332_2516460826617219112_n.jpg Shop - Whistle & Pop jewellery and accessories Whistle & Pop captures the essence of country living in every piece of jewellery, so that it may be kept close to you; a gentle reminder of home.This is Whistle & Pop. Classic and timeless pieces inspired by the cornerstones of the country; from massive remote landscapes to small everyday objects unique to our lifestyle. https://www.kurow.org.nz/made-in-kurow daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/e1322980-ff57-4af0-9342-b5f45ceccf8d/476930762_1611469752846618_7157976426309029052_n.jpg Made In Kurow - Punter the Hunter A story of a dog and his best friend Jem, who embark on a hunting adventure around their farm in Kurow. Keep a lookout for some exciting wild animals along the way... A book for any child who loves exploring the wildlife on a New Zealand farm. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/59e91c25-a932-48d4-aad0-3a171b6fd3bf/FrancineBoerPhotography-MORVENHILLSCOLLAB018_720x.jpg Made In Kurow - Jessica Flora designer Each series is a carefully considered range of small run garments, released only a few times a year. Within each series, selected garments are customisable, with variations on the fit and function to work for you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752229900062-ZLCXEUJEXNR5T2WAGKEC/unsplash-image-9J7sHieVFi0.jpg Made In Kurow - Junebug Cakery Cassie Rawlings specialises in creating unforgettable custom cakes, cupcakes and fondant cookies for the Kurow/Waitaki Valley area. junebugcakery@gmail.com 027 648 1613 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/938829a7-dff4-4349-b661-8e5513a57f07/499323749_18029835719674563_4892035751588618752_n.webp.jpg Made In Kurow - The Clip creating an ethical and natural pathway from wool to wear while being completely New Zealand made. A timeless edition to the wardrobe that is equally suited to the Saturday sport sideline as it is departing the theatre on a wintery evening. A key piece that will stand the test of time. Created with natural materials, with quality to rival the most environmentally conscious products. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/94b01faa-24f1-401e-92fb-b02309e95186/Parisettes-Logo-2020.jpg Made In Kurow - Parisettes Gourmet Dressing Here at Parisettes Dressings we pride ourselves on creating a range of gluten free, 100% preservative and additive free - no goos or gums, just a creamy egg based delicious dressing. https://www.kurow.org.nz/functions daily 0.75 2025-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/fc3e5577-46c3-4e39-897b-b42319d22e5f/lodge.jpg Functions - Awakino Ski Lodge Awakino operates a 27 bunk accommodation lodge, situated at 1100 metres on the access road, 300 metres below the field base buildings. This is normally at the limit of the winter snowline, and is accessible on skis from the main field down two side gulleys (Arthurs run and the old access tow gulley). 4WD access is normally available to the lodge, otherwise it is a 30 minute walk to it from the top car park in the valley below. The lodge has two bunkrooms, and is heated by a combination of coal/wood burners and generated electricity. Fitted with flush toilets, hot showers, full kitchen facilities, dining room/hall, deck with a view and an outdoor heated spa. The lodge is original, dating back to the earliest days of skiing in New Zealand. The best thing is that the lodge has NO cellphone coverage, so the modern world can't find you in this mountain hideaway. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/f85efe97-0985-4dec-8fa6-655bfbe4d729/unsplash-image-DCcF-mJtTlA.jpg Functions - ONE SMART COFFEE Available for events and gatherings Phone Linda: 0272769857 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/793df114-969f-4c11-9da6-a791e8fca7ec/e4fb4b_ef10065cf15045b6924c9c5a03d5026a%7Emv2.jpg Functions - Dana Johnston Photography Dana sees the details many don’t. “She captures the true essence of any visual project, skillfully bringing it to life with colour and meaning. The end result is truly compelling. You’ll never fully know how much you need Dana’s work, until you have it. “ -Client https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/d698eb3b-eea7-4d1f-941d-c1cd99993e82/Kurow+Hall Functions - Kurow Memorial Hall 31 Gordon Street To book contact : Karen Hofman (Secretary) 027 208 2669 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/dfb275e1-5b8f-45ff-b26e-c51cd067f9a3/491468978_18073300186868927_2501010152784597562_n.jpg Functions - Hair She Goes beauty therapy Tania Hayes is an experienced hairdresser and beauty therapist. Mobile Stylist available for in home appointments. https://www.kurow.org.nz/dine daily 0.75 2025-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/d6f691b8-89a8-41f1-95ba-bf0760a8f168/Waitaki+Hotel.jpg Dine - Waitaki Hotel A classic country hotel with great food and hospitality! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/cc5447a5-1968-449d-9c46-135f5b736a1c/116425806_1418562321684314_744869743927180286_n.jpg Dine - River Cafe We are a cafe with an all day menu, delicious burgers, takeaways, huge range of cold drinks and 19 flavours of TipTop! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/c68855d7-68d8-43a1-962f-dbd3f82ab957/kurow+hotel.jpg Dine - Kurow Hotel Ross and Trish welcome you to the Kurow Hotel, also known as "The Top Pub", being an 1880 heritage hotel in the town centre. We are situated at 55 Bledisloe Street, Kurow, being walking distance to all amenities, including the Information Centre/Museum, shops, garage, cafés and the Waitaki River. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/58a0222e-7888-43ac-afc0-536d2acb394a/waitaki+braids.jpg Dine - Waitaki Braids The Waitaki Valley and Oamaru area are home to orchards, berry farms, a charcuterie, cheese makers, bakeries and numerous other cottage-produce providers. The valley is also home to a special wine region and our wine and beer list includes a number of varieties. Local produce is at the heart of our menu and it is our wish we make your dining experience a memorable one. Dinner is Chefs choice of Set Menu – please enquire as to our daily menu on arrival. We cater to all dietary requirements so please let us know in advance of any special menu requirements. https://www.kurow.org.nz/clubs daily 0.75 2025-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1751534964741-805Z4QK7IO1N6H3KK8VG/unsplash-image-WHf1wtNMMLU.jpg Clubs - Kurow Golf Club Green Fees $15 / Club & Cart Hire available Bookings & Information - kurow.golf@gmail.com Club Days:- Summer/ Saturday mixed competition report 12.45pm tee off 1.00pm Winter/ Saturday competition report 12.15pm tee off 12.30pm Winter/ Wednesday competition report 10.15am tee off 10.30am https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/8c760ff2-4ce3-45c2-b294-1ac16fbacb82/493908035_1329812408498188_2504908847367953807_n.jpg Clubs - Kurow Bowls Club Kurow Bowling Club welcomes the community, new members and visitors alike. Exceptional greens and a spacious club rooms available for functions by appointment. PH: Izzy 027 666 0450 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/575d28c9-d9f6-41ae-b722-1b9cd96c2f90/485117607_9182367228538529_330889219645589313_n.jpg Clubs - Kurow Rugby Club Kurow Rugby Club was established in 1898 and has a rich history, as well as being Richie McCaw's home. PH:027 280 7391 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/95d1b668-8c36-44ae-b28e-5e7c69925898/490478069_2752799738262351_3637493845799593149_n.jpg Clubs - Kurow Squash Club Kurow Squash Club is a rural squash club situated in the Waitaki Valley. We have a small membership, an annual tournament and welcome new members as well as casual players. PH: 03 436 0709 https://www.kurow.org.nz/volunteer daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752231204884-RGZ9YR5H1Q93983VH7EN/unsplash-image-V2hZ1VNsZJE.jpg Volunteer - St Johns Kurow The Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea are serviced by Prime Response which is supported by a volunteer ambulance service, based in Kurow, with back up support from Oamaru. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752229541676-Y3I6SHIXZOPPR23ICL2S/trail Volunteer - Kurow Trails https://www.facebook.com/kurowtrails https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/577e12cae58c6228e5f94590/1752231518072-7ZJW3SQYCYCPS8JKIIO8/unsplash-image-BwoKnCfBnIk.jpg Volunteer - Kurow Volunteer Fire Brigade The Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea are serviced by a dedicated volunteers.