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12/07/2026

⏳ LAST WEEK OF THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! ⏳

Can you believe we are already heading into the final stretch of the winter school break? If the kids are starting to get a little restless at home, there's still plenty of time to pack up the whānau and make the most of it!

Don't forget, our fantastic holiday specials are running right through until Sunday 19th July:
πŸ”₯ 15% OFF ALL CHILD ADMISSION!
πŸ“ KIDS' HOLIDAY COMPETITION: Keep them busy hunting for answers around the museum to win an awesome bag of goodies! 🎁✨

Come check out the massive model tracks at Trainworld, explore our giant logging trucks, find the hidden moose, and wrap up the day with a warm hot chocolate and a bite to eat at Redwood Cafe and Eatery. β˜•πŸ°

πŸ•’ Our Daily Hours (Until Sunday):
🌲 Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm daily

πŸš‚ Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm daily (Open every day until the holidays end!)

β˜• Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm daily

(Just a friendly reminder that all children must be accompanied by an adult).

Let’s finish these holidays with a fun family adventure! We can't wait to see you! πŸͺ΅πŸš‚πŸ‘‹

πŸ“ 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru.

09/07/2026

✨ Happy Matariki! Today is the Day! ✨

The long weekend has officially begun! If you're looking for the perfect way to spend today with whānau and friends, come on down to the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld! πŸͺ΅πŸš‚

We are OPEN today and ready to celebrate this beautiful time of reflection and togetherness with you. Come explore our amazing heritage displays, watch the trains in action, and warm up with some delicious food! 🌟

🌲 Our Hours Today (Matariki Friday):

Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm πŸš‚

Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm β˜•πŸ°

Pop on your warm layers, grab a hot coffee, and enjoy a wonderful day out together.

πŸ“ 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru. See you soon! πŸ‘‹

08/07/2026

🌟 Tomorrow is Matariki! 🌟

The long weekend is officially here! If you're looking for a fantastic day out with whānau and friends, come on over to the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld tomorrow!

We are OPEN and can't wait to celebrate this special time of year with you. Explore our heritage displays, check out the amazing model tracks, and treat yourself to something delicious! ✨

🌲 Our Hours for Tomorrow (Matariki Friday):

Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm πŸš‚

Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm β˜•πŸ°

Rug up, grab a hot coffee, and enjoy a beautiful day out together.

πŸ“ 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru. See you tomorrow! πŸ‘‹

07/07/2026

πŸŽ‰ YAY FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! πŸŽ‰

The winter break has finally arrived! Ready to get the kids out of the house for an unforgettable day of exploring? Head on down to the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld!

We have an awesome holiday lineup ready to keep the winter blues away, including 15% OFF all child admission and our fun Kids' Holiday Competition where they can answer questions to win some goodies! 🎁✨

Come marvel at the incredible model tracks at Trainworld, explore our giant logging trucks, find the moose in the wildlife room, and treat yourselves to a hot cocoa and yummy lunch at Redwood Cafe and Eatery! β˜•πŸ°

πŸ•’ Our Holiday Hours:
🌲 Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm daily

πŸš‚ Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm daily (Open every day just for the holidays!)

β˜• Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm daily

(Please note: All little explorers must be accompanied by an adult).

What are you waiting for? Let the holiday fun begin! β˜ƒοΈπŸ‘‹

πŸ“ 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru.

05/07/2026

✨ Matariki is This Friday! ✨

Looking for the perfect way to spend the long weekend with whānau? Come and celebrate with us at the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld! πŸͺ΅πŸš‚

Whether you want to explore our rich local timber history, marvel at the incredible setups at Trainworld, or just relax with a hot drink and a bite to eat, we are OPEN and ready to welcome you! 🌟

🌲 Our Matariki Friday Hours:

Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm πŸš‚

Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm β˜•πŸ°

Bring the kids, grab a delicious coffee, and make some wonderful memories together this public holiday.

πŸ“ 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru. See you this Friday! πŸ‘‹

03/07/2026

πŸŽ‰ HAPPY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! πŸŽ‰

The winter school break is officially here! If you're looking to beat the winter blues and keep the kids entertained, pack up the whānau and head on down to the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld!

We have an awesome holiday lineup ready for you, including 15% OFF all child admission and our fun Kids' Holiday Competition where they can win some goodies! 🎁✨

Come check out the incredible model tracks at Trainworld, explore our giant logging trucks, see the 52,000-year-old swamp kauri, and treat yourselves to a hot drink and yummy lunch at Redwood Cafe and Eatery! β˜•πŸ°

πŸ•’ Our Holiday Hours:
🌲 Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm daily

πŸš‚ Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm daily (Open every day for the holidays!)

β˜• Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm daily

(Please note: All children must be accompanied by an adult).

We can't wait to see you all for some holiday fun! β˜ƒοΈ

πŸ“ 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru.

01/07/2026

✨ Countdown to Matariki: Only 10 Days to Go! ✨

Looking for the perfect spot to gather with whānau, reflect on the past, and celebrate new beginnings? Come for a visit to the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld! πŸͺ΅πŸš‚

We have something for everyoneβ€”from incredible heritage displays to miniature train magic and delicious food. Plan your visit with us over the Matariki season! 🌟

🌲 Our Opening Hours:

Museum: 9:00am – 3:00pm daily

Trainworld: 10:00am – 3:00pm (Wednesday to Sunday)

Redwood Cafe: 8:30am – 2:30pm daily β˜•πŸ°

Grab a hot coffee from the cafe, explore the timber history, and check out the awesome setups at Trainworld. We can't wait to see you!

πŸ“ Found at 2331 State Highway 1, Putāruru.

30/06/2026

Important Update regarding our recent Bush Locomotive Wheel post.
We have removed our recent post regarding the newly discovered bush locomotive wheel due to feedback indicating that some of the historical details provided may not have been fully accurate.

While we conducted initial research on this piece, we want to ensure that the stories we share are completely accurate and true to our local heritage. As a result, we are taking some time to do further research into the wheel’s history before finalizing the display.

We sincerely apologize for any confusion caused.

Our community holds an incredible amount of knowledge, so if you or anyone you know has further information regarding this specific wheel please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].

πŸš—πŸ’¨ A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE BAY OF PLENTY VINTAGE & CLASSIC CAR CLUB! 🏎️✨We had an absolute blast hosting the wonderful m...
28/06/2026

πŸš—πŸ’¨ A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE BAY OF PLENTY VINTAGE & CLASSIC CAR CLUB! 🏎️✨

We had an absolute blast hosting the wonderful members of the Bay of Plenty Vintage and Classic Car Club here at the New Zealand Timber Museum & Trainworld!

We hope you had a fantastic time exploring the exhibits, checking out Trainworld, and refueling at the Redwood Cafe. Safe travels on the roads, and we can’t wait to welcome you all back again soon. Until next time! πŸ‘‹β€οΈ

Address

2331 State Highway 1
Putararu
3482

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+6478837621

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