Dunedin Cadbury Chocolate Carnival 7-13 July
Dunedin Cadbury Chocolate Carnival Enjoy everything chocolate - chocolate facials, decorations and painting, and a wide range of chocolate-themed activities including the customary Jaffa Race down Baldwin street. www.chocolatecarnival.co.nz
London Olympic Games 27-12 July
The countdown to the opening ceremony on 27th July has begun. Both Prime and Sky will be running full coverage of the opening and closing ceremonies and games. www.london2012.com
1 July International Joke Day
NZ International Film Festival 19 July
NZ International Film Festival With a new range of inspiring, quirky, thought-provoking films, there's something to appeal to everyone at this year's New Zealand film festival - coming to cinemas near you. www.nzff.co.nz
Dry July
Dry July is an online fundraising campaign and health awareness initiative, where an individual or team signs up to the challenge of a month long sponsored abstinence from alcohol. The funds raised from sponsorship of participants brave 'dry' eff orts directly benefit the lives of adults living with cancer. www.dryjuly.com
Ag Fest West Coast 13-14 July
Come along to AgFest West Coast and you'll experience every inch of farming in New Zealand from the latest in dairy sheds to the best gumboots to wear in them. You'll see the latest in farming vehicles and implements, stock care, health and safety and much more. www..agfest.co.nz
Brigade 6: Cooking Masterclass with Ga- reth Stewart, Auckland 12-18 July
Learn how to cook authentic Asian cuisine in one of a series of hands-on cooking classes instructed by Gareth Stewart -Head Chef of the acclaimed Soul Bistro in the Viaduct and winner of Cuisine's Restaurant of the Year 2009. www.sachieskitchen.com
Auckland Art & Craft Fair, Auckland 28 July
Showcasing a diverse range of arts and crafts, including but not limited to clothing, jewellery, homewares and stationary. Check out the creative and innovative from artists and designers from all over New Zealand. www.aucklandfair.blogspot.co.nz
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Tough Guy and Gal Challenge 21 July
Tough Guy and Gal Challenge A running race with a difference. Challenge yourself with swamp crossings, a spider's web net climb, a crawl under barb wire and trek along beautiful native bush trails. A range of natural and man made obstacles and more. 12 and 6k events. www.eventfinder.co.nz
