The Southland Shafts & Wheels club is holding a free open day at the showgrounds to show off its collection, some of which will be in four-wheeled action, running from 1pm to 4pm. "We wanted to show people what we’re about, and give people a chance to enjoy some of the collection in action. Visitors on the day would get to enjoy free horse-and-wagon rides, and have a go at "long-reining" small ponies, Mrs Dawson said. "It’s not only the children that enjoy it — we find the grown-ups come off with a big smile on their faces, too." Visitors could drop in at any time during the afternoon, and should enter the open day at the showgrounds’ gate 1.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 17, 2026 16:03 UTC