Opening of Portobello Heritage Trail

On October 30, 2017 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community IncLeave a comment

Embarking from the historic ferry the Elsie Evans

The official opening of the Portobello Heritage Trail took place on Saturday 14th of October with around 70 people from the Peninsula and city taking place. The opening was part of the 2017 Dunedin Heritage Festival “Harbour City” celebrating the Otago Harbour and its environs. Portobello Community Incorporated created the Portobello Heritage Trail as a legacy project for the festival.

Seven signs depicting the history of places within the township were researched and developed by Paul Pope with the assistance and generosity of the Otago Peninsula Museum who provided the images from its collection. A special thanks must go to the building owners, Athene Stewart, Jack Clearwater, Tony & Sarah Reid, Virginia Marriott, Coronation Hall and the Portobello Yacht Club for allowing the signs to be attached to their buildings. The walk around the trail was finished by the traditional “tea and scones” at the Coronation Hall. A brochure map has been developed to guide visitors around the sites and it is hoped that further signs can be added in the future.

Portobello Committee

Walkers at Roys Store

Christine and Brenda

Athene – Owner of Roys Store

Tess with Visitors

Brenda & Wayne

Geoff and Lyn

Nicky and Christine

Portobello Paddock Pursuit 2017 Registration

On October 15, 2017October 15, 2017 By Portobello EditorIn New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community Inc1 Comment

Water Slide

Lounging in Mud

Loving It!

Slime Pit

Nice One!

Happy Couple

Slide

Splash

Laughing

NEW AND IMPROVED ONLINE REGISTRATION

The Portobello Paddock Pursuit is growing every year that we hold the event. To make it easier for the organisers and for those wanting to take part we have created online registration and payment.

Early-bird entry is still only $5 per person (+$1.50 Booking fee) complete your details online on the link below before the 9th November. (Don’t forget to print and bring your online ticket)

Entries on the day will be $10 per person, so get in early and save a fiver!

Signs of the Times

On October 12, 2017 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community IncLeave a comment

Portobello Community Incorporated are excited to be having the official opening of their new Portobello Heritage Trail on Saturday 14th October as part of the 2017 Dunedin Heritage Festival. The new traill consist of seven interpretative signs giving the history of the main buildings in the township. The opening of the trail will start at the Portobello Jetty at 12.00pm and will be followed by afternoon tea at the Coronation Hall. Below is a sneak preview of the signs. Click on the image to view in a bigger format.

Blacksmiths

Coronation Hall

The Jetty

The Hotel

Roys Store

Old Store

Coronation Hall

On June 22, 2017 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community IncLeave a comment

The Coronation Hall in Portobello has had a major spruce up by the Dunedin City Council Contractors. The painting has now been completed along with some additional outside lighting. The contractors have just completed pulling down the scaffold and tidying up the hall site. What a great job!

Splashtastic Paddock Pursuit 2016

On November 15, 2016November 15, 2016 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community IncLeave a comment

It’s always an epic effort getting the Paddock Pursuit organised, but on Sunday we were all in position and ready to go. It was great to see the sun shining and by the time of kick off we had over 500 adult and child participants eager to get wet and muddy!

It’s impossible to organise any event like the Pursuit without the willingness of volunteers and community members to put their hand up and play their part. So to all of our helpers and marshals a huge thank you for your time in making our event fantastic. (Click on photo to see them in full size)

Water Slide

Go Dad!

Lounging in Mud

Loving It!

Hang On Tight!

Nice One!

Helpful Zombies

I Made It!

Slime Pit

Giant Water Slide

Happy Couple

Slime Pit Slide

Captain Mud

Helen In Mud

The other aspect of the Pursuit is the generosity of our sponsors who provide prizes, materials and assistance to ensure the event is fun for everyone. Many thanks go to:

Cycle World Dunedin and congratulations to Lucas Fleury on winning the bike. Sport Otago, Portobello Deli – Allan Cameron, Portobello Fire Brigade, Steve Clearwater Contracting, Toll Transport, Brian McGrouther, Portobello Motels, Wals Funland, Larnach Castle, Bay Cafe, Inflatable World, Moana Pool, Leap, Discovery World, Mega Zone, Reading Cinema, Penguin Cafe, Dream Beauty Therapy, Kensington Clubhouse, Cadburys, West Shell. Tuapeka Print, Otago University, Royal Albatross Centre, Penguin Place, Derek Kneebone Foundation, Magic Kids Club, Natures Wonders

Once again many thanks and we’ll see you again next year!

Portobello Paddock Pursuit 2016

On September 26, 2016November 8, 2016 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community IncLeave a comment

Click here to go to registration page !!!!

Cadbury’s Market Day Portobello

On July 13, 2016 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community IncLeave a comment

Latest News

On May 24, 2016 By Portobello EditorIn Broad Bay, Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, Portobello, Portobello Community Inc1 Comment

Peninsula Show 2015

On December 9, 2015 By Portobello EditorIn Dunedin, New Zealand, Otago, Otago Peninsula, Peninsula, PortobelloLeave a comment

The Peninsula Show is annual event that Peninsula people make a real effort to attend. It has everything from tough guys sweating it out on a course, talented kids performing, and of course cars, boats and a helicopter. This years show was held on a beautiful warm day with a good crowd enjoying the food stalls and entertainment. The committee did a great job of the organisation and this show will continue to get bigger and better. (Click on the pictures to see in full size view).