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What’s on

There’s always something to look forward to at TPŌMA! Our calendar is brimming with events all year round that celebrate our diverse community. Te Pou Ō Mata-Au is all about showcasing arts, theatre, culture, & local heritage. Keep an eye out for concerts, cultural festivals, exhibitions and more. 

Featured Events

Upcoming Events

Rock Tenors | Anthems Reloaded Tour
Apr
22

Rock Tenors | Anthems Reloaded Tour

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Rock Tenors are gearing up for their exciting 'Anthems Reloaded' New Zealand Tour, which will celebrate a key moment in their musical journey.

Audiences can look forward to The Rock Tenors’ signature renditions of rock’s most legendary anthems from bands such as Queen, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, White Snake, KISS, TOTO, Guns'N'Roses, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Animals, U2, Radiohead and many more.

“This is more than a concert,” says producer Doug Kamo. “It’s an electrifying rock spectacle—a high-energy blend of powerful harmonies, scorching guitar solos, and timeless anthems that have shaped generations.”

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Ben Hurley | Gone South Tour 2026
May
14

Ben Hurley | Gone South Tour 2026

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Ben Hurley, one of New Zealand’s most well known and well loved comedians is once again proving that the South Island matters.

We had such a good time on our South Island tour last year that we are doing round 2. He’s hitting the road and heading to Balclutha on Thursday May 14.

Ben is supported by award-winning Dunedin comedian Harriet Moir.

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Music Exists | Festival Style Concert
June
6
to 22 Aug

Music Exists | Festival Style Concert

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Born from an idea in 2023, 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖!𝗘𝗫𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗦 is all about creating an accessible event that showcases young bands and artists from around the region, while encouraging more people to get involved in the Clutha music scene.

Come along and support local talent — it’s going to be a great night of live music.

Visit musicexists.live for tickets or to sign up

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Ash Grunwald | Blues Concert
Aug
22

Ash Grunwald | Blues Concert

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Renowned for his electrifying live shows, Ash Grunwald has inspired a generation to ‘surf by day, jam by night’.

A festival favourite, he delivers a high-energy performance packed with guitars, foot-stomping blues, and captivating storytelling. Having sold out shows around the world, Ash brings blues music at its very best.

Don’t miss your chance to see him live at this family friendly event.

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Just Eat the Damn Sausage - Harriet Moir
Nov
6

Just Eat the Damn Sausage - Harriet Moir

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In a bold and brave new solo hour of comedy, multi-award winning comedian Harriet Moir flips the bird to the patriarchy and the multiple ways it has tried to keep her small and keep her quiet. Puberty, periods, pregnancy, perimenopause, piss, processed meat. And please be quiet.

WINNER - Best Comedy - Dunedin Fringe Festival 2025
WINNER - NZ Fringe Tour Award - Dunedin Fringe Festival 2025
NOMINATED - Best in Fringe - Dunedin Fringe Festival 2025
WINNER - Best Comedian - Dunedin Comedy Awards 2024

"Just Eat the Damn Sausage is a masterclass in Kiwi comedy" - Flat City Field Notes, July 2025

"Harriet holds the audience in the palm of her hand from the get-go"- Theatreview, March 2025

R18 & Contains Partial Nudity

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Stronger Than Silence
Oct
16

Stronger Than Silence

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jazz is a New Zealand mental health activist, author, filmmaker and co-funder of the suicide prevention organisation Voice of Hope.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Jazz speak about her experiences and how she is changing the conversation around mental health.

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Doors Open

7:00 PM - 7:40 PM | Jazz speaks

7:45 PM - 8:00 PM | Q&A

8:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Meet & Greet with Jazz (supper provided)

Tickets $22.20

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Clutha District Careers Expo
Sept
18

Clutha District Careers Expo

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Kickstart Your Career At The Clutha District Careers Expo

  • Discover careers you’ve never heard of

  • Talk to real employers from Balclutha and beyond

  • Get a hands-on look at exciting opportunities

  • Explore the pathway to careers that interest you

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Bingo
Aug
22

Bingo

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bring your friends, grab a dabber, and join the Rosebank Home & School for a night of fun!

Tickets include Bingo Cards & Supper.

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Business South: Excel Fundamentals
July
24

Business South: Excel Fundamentals

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A foundation course for Microsoft Excel ideal for the beginner or the self-taught.  This course will provide the skills required to use Excel’s impressive capabilities to create spreadsheets. During the course, you will learn the skills that will enable you to produce your own worksheets with appropriately formatted data and how to manage your worksheets.

Brought to you by Business South Inc.

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Puaka Matariki Iwikatea
June
19

Puaka Matariki Iwikatea

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrate Matariki with Balclutha’s annual Puaka Matariki Iwikatea event. A fun filled day of celebrations with a day show, workhops and an evening show. Shows will have performances from local community groups, schools and early childhood centres.

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Pink Ribbon + Mothers Day Dinner
May
12

Pink Ribbon + Mothers Day Dinner

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a heartwarming Dinner & Dessert event as we honor the incredible women in our lives. From the Pink Ribbon Breakfast supporting breast cancer awareness to celebrating the love of mothers on Mother’s Day, let’s lift up the women who have shaped us.

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Unlock the Power of AI
Apr
30

Unlock the Power of AI

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for this free Business South sponsored event with Stephen Johnson, Co-CEO of Incredible.so, designed to transform the way you work using artificial intelligence.

This isn’t a session about abstract AI theories—it's a hands-on guide to real-world applications that can make a tangible difference in your business.

Discover how companies are saving 10+ hours per week by integrating AI into their operations, enabling them to focus on what truly matters.

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Music! Exists
Apr
26

Music! Exists

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A free event to showcase young bands and artists from the area, and also promote and encourage people to get involved in the music scene in the Clutha district.

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A Christmas Carol
Dec
14

A Christmas Carol

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Southern Dance Academy Presents A Christmas Carol

Directed by Jessica Neal & Nicola Simpson

Come along and see local dance academy, Southern Dance Academy, perform this classic Christmas show.

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Remembrance Tree
Dec
7
to 14 Dec

Remembrance Tree

Write a message to a loved one that is no longer with us, pop it in a bauble and hang it on the tree.

Saturday 7 Dec, 11am - 2pm

Saturday 14 Dec, 11am - 2pm

Remembrance Tree is in the main entrance foyer at TPŌMA.

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Jobbortunities Fish & Chips Evening
Nov
26

Jobbortunities Fish & Chips Evening

  • Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jobbortunities Fish & Chips Evening for the Samoan Youth Community.

Are you aged 16 - 25 and looking for work in the Clutha District?

Come join the Jobbortunites team for fish & chips and chat to local job support agencies about gaining employment.

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Past Events

events are epic at TPŌMA

Made for the masses.

Our auditorium is the true star of the show, with retractable seating, durable flooring and stage, as well as a large theatre sized screen. We can cater to all sorts of big-ticket events.

Image Credit: Chontelle Musson