Once a place where people drove through, Mangatainoka has become a destination in its own right thanks to the Tui Brewery, discovers Katie Farman.

The next few months are full of many varied and interesting events, designed to entertain us through the season. This ‘Eventful Summer Guide’ highights some of the major events, so be sure you don’t miss out on what’s going on in Summer through to Autumn.

Be sure to bookmark March 20, 2010 to celebrate the region’s food and wine, under ancient trees at the side of the Ruamaunga River. The Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival, in association with Nissan NZ, is fast becoming recognized as a high quality, annual event showcasing sensational wines and food from throughout the Wairarapa region.