September 2024 - Update

Hi Packhouse family!
The news from the hospitality industry has been bleak, and we noticed the downturn during July and August. However, we’re all happy to spring into Spring during September and things are already looking much sunnier.

Our staff woes have sorted themselves out and we have a good, consistent, happy and full team again. Our new Barista is Braedyn Miller. Braedyn has been making coffee in New Plymouth for a couple of years. Also returning to the fold on the weekend is the lovely Alyssa has been with us since she was 13 years old and we are very happy to have her back again.

Congrats to our Giveaway Winner!


Chanel Hope

Don't worry if you haven't won this month. There always is a chance every month!
Winners can redeem their voucher at the Cafe or Butchery/Deli.

From the Butchery/Deli -
Belle Chevre Creamery Goat Cheese (Waipu) are back in stock

From The Market

Friday Night Food Market 5pm – 8pm with licensed bar in the Café.
Food Vendors (regular food vendors are listed below, but not everyone attends every night)
Chuck’s Smash Burgers & Fries
Mexi Corner plant based Nachos
La Pizzacotta – Cottas and Pizzas
ZA Foodies – Karaage chicken
Betty’s Caravan – chicken wings, arancini, vegetarian & more
Mrs Millers Mussel Fritters
Packhouse Quesadillas, Soup and more
iLovefoodiEs – huge menu of seafood, meats, & more
Baked Az
Packhouse Café oyster and antipasto platters
Friday 13 th September – Sip n Swing with Stewart and Simon

Friday 20 th September – Zara Penny’s Fashion Show and Latin Dance Social

Friday 27 th September – Jazz Café with Sazerac Quintet featuring Makareta Umbers



Saturday Market
8am – 1.30pm
Growers & Artisans Market with approx. 90 vendors, live music on two stages, Cash Out facility

Musicians are:
7th September
The Kerikeri Ukelele Club Performance Group – front stage


Simon and Stew Duo on side stage


14th September
The Rainmakers on front stage
Jazz Box Duo on side stage


21st September
Furkinfolk with Derek Mouldey on front stage

Noah McBirney – student solo vocalist on side stage

28th September
Catatonic – Nick Scott and Cat Logan – on front stage
Still to be confirmed for side stage

Sunday Market
9am – 1pm
Quiet, relaxed, eclectic with some produce, artisans and pre-loved and includes food stall.


Taste Bud with Indonesian/Indian samosas, etc, The Packhouse Café/Bakery has freshly baked breads, pastries, and a full range of breakfast, brunch and lunch items. Relax beside the fireplaces, and indulge. The Butchery/Deli is also fully stocked and open.

See you at the Packhouse,
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