The New Zealand Shearing Championships committee is working alongside the Waitomo District Council once again to turn Te Kūiti township into the Shearing mecca it is known for.

The Shearing Capital of the World becomes centre stage again from 27-29 March as we welcome back The NZ Shearing Championships, The Great New Zealand Muster and The NZ Shears Running of the Sheep.

We’re excited to fill Te Kūiti’s main streets with entertainment, children's activities, arts and crafts stalls, culinary delights and so much more.

The Great New Zealand Muster is where the Waitomo District shows visitors just how special it is to be a part of this vibrant rural community.

Here's what you can expect at the Muster on Saturday 29 March 2025:

BE ENTERTAINED

We’re thrilled to announce that the well-known Aotearoa music group The Harmonic Resonators will be entertaining the crowd throughout the day.

The family band are currently riding a wave of popularity that continues to swell. Something about their whanau-vibe, Te Reo approachability, and harmonies has struck a chord in the hearts of New Zealanders and our district.

Soaring yodels, lush harmonies, hilarious banter, and a mighty singalong usually feature in their shows. The Harmonic Resonators following is growing, so be sure to check them out!

The Resonators will also be our MC for the Muster. They will bring humour, professionalism, and with the ability to read the crowd, not only will you be entertained, but kept up to date throughout the day on everything that’s happening, when and where.

Other entertainment during the day includes a magician, face painting and more!

Children's entertainment is "always popular”, but for those looking to squeeze in a bit of shopping, the streets will be lined with arts and crafts stalls and other giftware, so you can pick up a range of items, in a variety of prices to suit all budgets and tastes.

DELICIOUS FOOD

Hungry? There's no need to bring a packed lunch! Our regular Muster selections are always a hit, and this year will be no exception, there’ll be all the crowd favourites to delight your taste buds.

RUNNING OF THE SHEEP

The NZ Shears Committee provides the famous Running of the Sheep, which draws crowds from all over the country. This event starts at 2pm. Can you guess how many sheep there will be this year?

Te Kūiti's main streets will be closed to traffic, so head in early to get a good park. It's going to be a great day out for the entire family, so make sure you come along. There really is something for everyone at The Great New Zealand Muster!

Event details:

The Great New Zealand Muster

Te Kūiti

Saturday 29 March 2025, 10am-3pm.

The Running of the Sheep event is at 2pm