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New Zealand’s premier ski areas looking forward to 2015 season
24 October 2014
Spring may be in full swing, but New Zealand’s premier ski areas are already looking forward to next season with the release of Early Bird season pass sale for 2015.
Methven Lions launch Property Brokers Big Day at the Office Race 2014
10 September 2014
Methven Lions have launched the Property Brokers Big Day at the Office Race 2014, offering 4 separate events; a five stage ‘Multisport Race’, the ‘Staveley Duathlon’, a ‘Mountain Run’ through the Mt Somers alpine walkway & the ‘Around Mt Somers Marathon’.
Flying High
26 August 2014
In New Zealand we have some incredibly talented people, many of them going completely undiscovered as they go about their everyday lives just doing what they do.
The long road home
23 July 2014
Terrace Downs is pleased to announce its next exhibition – “The Long Road Home”, featuring talented New Zealand artists, Lorna Allan and Sheena Lassen.
Sky High terrain park ‘a hit’ at Mt Hutt
09 July 2014
School holidays are in full swing at Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area with bluebird days and plenty of fun on the snow. An exciting addition to the mountain is the ‘Sky High’ terrain park for freestyle skiers and boarders.
Methven Village Cruiser
26 June 2014
The Methven Village Cruiser will be operating again this winter, providing a free transport service around the town every 30 minutes from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
Beyond the garden
24 June 2014
Beyond the Garden is the next art exhibition at Terrace Downs Resort, showcasing a collection of beautifully intricate floral paintings created by Amber Emm.
Mt Hutt opening day delivers smiles all round
13 June 2014
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area celebrated opening day today (Friday 13 June) with mile wide smiles and plenty of snow. Mt Hutt ski area manager James McKenzie officially opened the Summit Six chairlift with a spray of Amisfield bubbles to welcome guests.
Mt Hutt delighted to announce opening day celebrations
11 June 2014
Mt Hutt ski area is delighted to announce it will open for the 2014 season this Friday (June 13). Thanks to a cold weather front that has hit the region over the past two days, the mountain now has a good covering of snow and is “all systems go”.
Mt Hutt ski area delays opening
04 June 2014
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area has announced it will delay its opening, scheduled for this Saturday (June 7), due to warm temperatures and a poor weekend weather forecast.
Devilskin announce We Rise album release and tour
10 May 2014
After stomping the NZ rock scene with the infectious Little Pills and Never See The Light singles, Devilskin return with their highly anticipated debut album We Rise and a comprehensive NZ tour, presented by The Rock FM which includes Methven.
Great school holiday activity in Methven
15 April 2014
The Methven Scarecrow Trail is a school holiday activity for children, families, everyone. There will be 35 scarecrows placed around Methven Village over the school holiday period.
Jump in registrations for Methven’s Mountain Thunder Race
11 April 2014
Just-crowned national bike racing champion Bailie Perriton will be one of the star attractions at the Ride Forever Mountain Thunder Motorcycle Street Race this Easter Saturday.
A collaboration of works that leads a new art movement
26 March 2014
“Perfect form” is an exhibition opening tomorrow at Terrace Downs about the simplicity of form & movement. Two amazing artists with stark contrasting styles and extensive artistic backgrounds have come together to provide an exciting collaboration.
Mt Hutt Triple Chair rebuild on track
18 March 2014
With the Triple chairlift at Mt Hutt ‘right on track’ to be back in action for the 2014 season, skiers and snowboarders won’t want to miss the Early Bird season pass sale for Mt Hutt.
Registrations now open for Methven’s Mountain Thunder Race
26 February 2014
Registrations have just opened for the Ride Forever Mountain Thunder Motorcycle Street Race which transforms the sleepy mountain village of Methven in Canterbury’s foothills into a street racing Mecca each Easter Saturday (19 April 2014).
Work on Triple Chair plus terrain improvements promises exciting winter for Mt Hutt
25 February 2014
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area is on track for another exciting winter thanks to the re-instatement of a new-look Triple Chair, the introduction of a new terrain park further up the mountain and trail improvements.
Popular Artist and Clothing Designer visits Terrace Downs
29 January 2014
When the love of colour is mixed with texture and an inspirational meaning, the result is a stunning piece of Art in the form of Paintings, Giftware and Designer Clothing by talented Nelson Artist, Deanne Hobbs.
MOUNTAIN THUNDER '14 - Be there!
25 January 2014
2014 will be the 5th year the ‘Ride Forever Methven Mountain Thunder Street Race’ event has been run …. motorcycles and street racing are a near perfect combination for riders and spectators.
Methven Lions launch Property Brokers Big Day at the Office Race 2013
23 October 2013
Methven Lions has launched the Property Brokers Big Day at the Office Race 2013. The race is made up of 4 separate events, a five stage multisport race, a duathlon race, a mountain run through the Mt Somers alpine walkway and a marathon around Mt Somers.
2014 Season pass prices announced
17 October 2013
New Zealand’s premier ski area in Canterbury has released season pass pricing for 2014 and details of developments and improvements at Mt Hutt.
The Mt Hutt Peak to Pub race kicks off for the 15th time this Saturday
25 September 2013
The annual Peak to Pub multisport race, now in its 15th year, continues to attract hundreds of individuals and teams keen to get themselves from the top of Mt Hutt to the Blue Pub in Methven.
Mt Hutt to host international Olympic freestyle training camp
20 September 2013
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area is to host an elite freestyle training camp for Olympic athletes. The ski area has been chosen to host the training camp from early October and the camp will run past the end of the season to mid November.
Methven Theatre Company announces venue for October show
05 September 2013
If you’re looking for adult entertainment during the next school holidays, Methven Theatre Company is keen to make you laugh with the hilarious New Zealand comedy ‘Happy Coupling’.
‘MOMENTUM’ by Angela Mole
05 September 2013
Christchurch artist Angela Mole will display her works at the Methven Heritage Centre during September. "Focus on the beauty which remains in abundance in this world - then you will know peace."
Safety decision closes Mt Hutt with guests on mountain
04 September 2013
A combination of drifting snow and poor visibility has lead to Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area closing the access road with a total of 316 guests still on the mountain.
Mt Hutt extends snow season for school holiday fun
23 August 2013
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area has announced that it will be extending its snow season to October 13 to include the full two weeks of the October school holidays.
Rural Representation at Terrace Downs
15 August 2013
In September, Terrace Downs is proud to host two talented artists from the North Island. Jo Gallagher and Sue Dent have come together to produce an exhibition that represents everything that is rural NZ.
Mt Hutt – celebrating 40 years of fun in the snow
31 July 2013
Forty seasons of fun in the snow calls for a celebration – and that’s exactly what Canterbury’s Mt Hutt has planned for this coming weekend (August 3 and 4).
Four Seasons in One Place
28 July 2013
Katrina McGettigan & Michelle Green have captured all seasons with their stunning landscape paintings in their upcoming exhibition at Terrace Downs Resort for the month of August.
Russell Clark – Touring Exhibition at the Methven Heritage Centre
02 July 2013
The Methven Heritage Centre Art Gallery is preparing for a new and exciting exhibition; Russell Clarke – The City Hotel Gold Rush Panels.
Mt Hutt to re-open tomorrow after record snow fall
24 June 2013
A very tired Mt Hutt crew are looking forward to a good night’s sleep before welcoming skiers and boarders back onto the slopes tomorrow (Tuesday June 25).
‘Safety first’ at Mt Hutt with ongoing avalanche control work
23 June 2013
A busy weekend at Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area has seen patrollers working all daylight hours available to make the mountain safe following unprecedented snowfalls.
19 year old genius to show her works at Terrace Downs
18 June 2013
Rebekah Codlin is a 19 yr old, self-taught artist from the Marlborough Sounds. Rebekah’s images are so intricate and captivating that as you gaze into the eyes of the subject you feel a sense of familiarity, a sense of deep seated emotion.
Mt Hutt celebrates opening day
15 June 2013
Around 1300 keen skiers and snowboarders helped Canterbury’s Mt Hutt celebrate its scheduled opening today (June 15).
All systems go for Mt Hutt's 40th season opening
14 June 2013
Immaculately groomed slopes and a genuinely warm welcome await avid skiers and snowboarders when Canterbury’s Mt Hutt opens this Saturday (June 15) as it celebrates 40 years of fun in the snow.
Rocky on a roll as he road trips to Mt Hutt
30 May 2013
The Rocky road trip is on -- after two years of uninvited residence in a Heathcote Valley home, ‘Rocky’ has today (Thursday May 30) embarked on the first leg of his journey ‘home’ to Mt Hutt under the watchful eye of new owners NZSki.
NZSki appoints new CEO
29 May 2013
NZSki Ltd has announced the appointment of Paul Anderson, currently General Manager of Corporate Services at Christchurch City Council (CCC), as its new CEO.
Rocky heads home to Mt Hutt
28 May 2013
Arguably the most famous rock in New Zealand – Rocky the rock that tore into a Christchurch home during the February 2011 earthquake – is heading ‘home’ to Mt Hutt ski area.
It’s Only Rock’n’Roll (But I like it)
27 May 2013
Mt Hutt College’s biennial musical production opens tomorrow and it’s a new musical written and directed by Mt Hutt College music teacher and musician Wayne Pannett. The show involves 70 students from year 7 to 13. This is its premiere performance!
Snow guns crank into action for Mt Hutt 2013 winter season
23 May 2013
The start of snowmaking today (Thursday May 23) at Mt Hutt in Methven signals the impending opening of one of New Zealand’s most popular ski fields.
Snow and more snow at New Zealand’s Mt Hutt
15 May 2013
Winter has ‘officially’ arrived at Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area in New Zealand’s South Island as it celebrates its second major snowfall in two weeks.
Scarecrow Trail a hit with families
05 May 2013
Methven Scarecrow Trail organisers are delighted with the record number of participants. There were some tricky scarecrows for people to guess but 49 entries did manage to get all 33 characters correct and over 40% of the entry forms were returned.
Karen Smith – ‘The Motatapu’
02 May 2013
Methven award winning artist Karen Smith lives & breathes art hence her passion is evident in her work. For her recent body of work she has gone beyond the boundary and gathered her inspiration from a backcountry MTB bike ride near Wanaka – the Motatapu.
A Time to Blossom at Terrace Downs
01 May 2013
Terrace Downs Resort presents an exhibition in May, entitled "A Time to Blossom" that features well known Christchurch artist Ira Mitchell - Kirk.
New Zealand’s Mt Hutt celebrates first major snow fall
22 April 2013
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area in the South Island of New Zealand is celebrating its first major snowfall – two months before its official scheduled opening on June 15.
Great School Holiday Activity in Methven
17 April 2013
There will be 33 scarecrows placed around Methven Village and people walking the trail pick up a Scarecrow Trail Map entry form and walk around the village finding the scarecrows and identifying the characters they represent.
A Piece of Everyone at Terrace Downs
12 March 2013
“A Piece of You and Me” is an exhibition featuring North Island artist Tanya McCabe, and local professional artist Joanne Webber.
Two days to go for Early Bird season passes at New Zealand’s premier ski areas
12 March 2013
Skiers and snowboarders have just two days to go to buy Early Bird season passes for New Zealand ski areas, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables in Queenstown and Mt Hutt in Canterbury.
WWI Planning underway
06 March 2013
The Methven WWI Commemoration Group seeks photos and any information of the 69 men from WWI recorded on the Methven Role of Honour & archway.
New Methven Conference Space
04 March 2013
A brand new conference facility in Methven officially opened on March 1st. The extension to Ski Time in Racecourse Ave is now complete after works commenced in April 2012 and is taking booking inquiries.
Natural New Zealand Exhibition
04 March 2013
This month’s exhibition at the Methven Heritage Centre features local artist Marilyn Meadows. Marilyn’s "Natural New Zealand" exhibition is inspired by the bush and birdlife of New Zealand.
NZSki CEO James Coddington resigns position
27 February 2013
NZSki Ltd has announced the resignation of CEO James Coddington after close to six years in the role.
Africa and New Zealand scenes on display
07 February 2013
Ashburton artist, William Liebisch is the featured artist this month at the Methven Heritage Centre.
Open Days – Encounter entrance is free!
18 January 2013
The Methven Heritage Centre is excited to announce four open days to New Zealand’s Alpine & Agriculture Encounter. From the 25 – 28 January, entry for all ages into the Encounter is free of charge.
Women on Wheels fills fitness void
17 January 2013
Mid Canterbury women looking for their first fitness challenge in 2013 don’t need to leave the district - a new cycling event ‘Women on Wheels’ will be held in Methven on 16th February, replacing ‘Girls on Bikes’ (GOB) which heads north this year.
Discover Mt Hutt - Summer Open Day
13 January 2013
Spectacular alpine scenery for walkers, challenging trails for mountain bikers, warm hospitality, fun for families and the chance to discover the mountain are the draw cards during Mt Hutt’s bi-annual Open Day to be held on the Sunday 17th of February.
Season pass programme announced for Mt Hutt
04 October 2012
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area has announced a price freeze on its season pass programme for 2013. And Mt Hutt and Methven’s hugely popular ‘Kids4Free’ programme will return for the 2013 season.
Ski area goes out with a bang – season extension and half price passes
27 September 2012
NZSki is celebrating the final weeks of snowsports with news that Mt Hutt will extend its season until Sunday October 14.
Opshop - The "Hits & Giggles" Tour
17 September 2012
Opshop are heading back out on the road and stopping in at The Blue Pub, Methven for a truly memorable experience from one of NZ’s best live bands. Supported by the quick witted and internationally acclaimed stand-up comedian, Brendhan Lovegrove.
Mt Hutt celebrates Spring snow with half-price day passes
13 September 2012
Sensational snowfall this winter resulting in a two-metre plus snow base means Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area is inviting everyone to enjoy the premium spring conditions.
Mt Hutt Ski Area receives dumping of the white stuff
15 August 2012
A winter snow storm has delivered close to a metre of snow at Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area which is now enjoying the best snow base in New Zealand.
First Tracks launches as new snow blankets Mt Hutt
13 August 2012
A new ski experience will launch this weekend at Canterbury’s premier ski area enabling skiers and riders to access coveted ‘First Tracks’.
Kids4Free in Methven
23 July 2012
The idea of spending the day skiing with my two boys, 5 and 7 sounds like huge fun but also a bit of a nightmare of the logistical and financial kind. However, I bit the bullet last week and decided to give it a go.
Terrace Downs steps Up and makes the Kids feel Special
27 June 2012
“Children are a key focus for 2012. We have designed a special family suite like most have never seen before.”
Trio - A joint art exhibition at the Methven Heritage Centre
27 June 2012
This month the Methven Heritage Centre Art Gallery is delighted to present a joint exhibition by three well known Ashburton artists, who are showing both conventional and contemporary works. Robin Arnst, Margaret Digby, Ngaio McKee.
Mt Hutt celebrates with “10 out of 10” snow conditions for start of 2012 season
09 June 2012
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area celebrated the launch of its 2012 season with smiles all round as skiers and snowboarders gave it ’10 out of 10’ for on-trail snow conditions.
Mt Hutt ‘all systems go’ for tomorrow
08 June 2012
Cantabrians are gearing up for their much anticipated first day on the slopes thanks to a snow dump that has blanketed Mt Hutt ski area.
Mt Hutt gets a big dump of the white stuff
06 June 2012
Snow lovers are celebrating the start of the New Zealand ski season with a snow storm delivering more than half a metre of snow to Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area, providing the perfect base for its opening this weekend.
Katrina McGettigan featuring at the Methven Heritage Centre
05 June 2012
Katrina McGettigan's exhbition,‘Ngā Tae Tokerau’ will feature a striking series of Mid Canterbury mountain landscapes, native NZ birds, and autumn scenes.
And another Day Dawns..
05 June 2012
Following the September 2012 Canterbury earthquake Ginney Deavoll, a talented artist and writer, began her new journey.
Mypass the ticket to everything
24 May 2012
The NZSki mypass card, the card that’s used to access lifts at three of the South Island of New Zealand’s premier ski areas, has just got better.
Winter arrives in Methven
16 May 2012
Cold temperatures and a significant dose of the white stuff has Methven ‘pumped’ today (May 16) as ski areas welcome an early start to winter.
Mt Hutt celebrates 10 and under free deal for children
14 May 2012
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area is looking forward to a season of family fun, as families head for the slopes in the knowledge that children aged 10 and under ski for free.
Snow arrives as Mt Hutt counts down to winter season
11 May 2012
Winter has arrived at Mt Hutt, with snowfall overnight (May 10/11) heralding the start of the countdown to the 2012 snow season. Snow making is set to start next week as temperatures drop and Mother Nature helps out with the first delivery of snow cover.
Methven i-SITE & Mt Hutt Snow Centre share physical location
11 May 2012
A new development for this winter is the relocation of the Mt Hutt Snow Centre front line staff and services into the Methven i-SITE Visitor Centre and Methven Heritage Centre building.