*** 20th Birthday Party! and You’re Invited!! *** ******** Monday 27th April 2026!!! ********
Yes, Mangaweka “Yellow Church” Gallery is celebrating 20 years since throwing opening its historic doors, to a passionate public and creative clienteles, on Thursday 27th April 2006! beginning the long term dream of owning and running an art gallery by resident artist and musician Richard Aslett.
Since then the gallery has seen many emerging and established artists showing their precision presentations and crafty creations, from paintings, photography, ceramics, art-prints and even a couple of major instillation exhibitions. It has also offered several art related workshops, mainly of colourful screen-printing, onto paper, canvas and t-shirts.
The gallery has also seen several live music events, this being another of Richard’s interests, him being a vocalist and a drummer for many local bands, including having appeared on NZ’s Got Talent, the X-factor and even a short blast on the revived Popstars program a couple or so years ago. More lately collectable Antiques and retro-curios have also been added to the galleries extensive list of items on offer for sale.
Soon after Richard’s arrival in Mangaweka, he was ushered onto the committee of the districts promotion team of “Rangitikei Tourism” (which later morphed into “Rangitikei.com”). This lead to his election to the local Taihape Community Board (where he was nominated and subsequently won the Chairs position). The following term he was “promoted” onto full Rangitikei Council, a position he was re-elected to and retained for three full terms, before stepping down to re-concentrate on his business ventures.
“Yes it has been a full on roller coaster of a ride and never a dull moment” said Richard “Part of me can’t believe it is 20 years since opening yet another part thinks it feels like longer, with all the crazy, wonderful and often intense things that have happened here over the years. Highlights would be appearing on the NZGT final and winning the cover of the old Whanganui Phone book with my screen-print depiction of the old Mangaweka DC-3 Aeroplane”.
Of course the “Yellow Church” gallery is doubtless most famous for it’s biennial Fakes & Forgeries festival and art exhibitions, which have grown to become a staple diet of Mangaweka and the Rangitikei/Manawatu/Whanganui Districts over the years, attracting entries from all over NZ, Australia, the UK and even the good old US of A!
To celebrate the 20 years, there will be a special afternoon high tea and scones, with complimentary drinks & nibbles, on Monday 27th April between 2pm and 4pm, with everyone invited. “There are too many folks to thank personally, yet I have to mention my trusty “apprentice’ Michael Cathels, who again will be on hand to help, Elizabeth Mortland, Graham Christensen, former fellow Councillor Cath Ash, plus all the Mangaweka & Taihape community helpers who have mucked in over the years” added Richard.
There will also be a BIG 20 to 50% off SALE of overstocked artworks, antiques & curios and even a bit of a garage sale happening – all over the whole ANZAC weekend, starting on Friday the 24th from 10am and running right through (with a break to observe ANZAC day Saturday morning) right up until 5pm on Monday the 27th.
Richard finally added “So if you want to grab some funky bargains and some truly great art at very affordable prices, or just turn up for the celebration at 2pm on Monday afternoon, everybody is most welcome”
More info can be found at www.mangawekagallery.com or phone Richard on 027 52 66 612
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URGENT TEMPORARY UPDATE: Due to an unexpected & unprecedented over supply of untreated & ready to refine oil...
We understand that everyone is doing it tough! And, like every savvy Kiwi, Mangaweka artist Richard Aslett was straight around to the nearest Petrol Station, with every container he owned, as soon as it looked like prices were about to sky-rocket! So much so, that he now has a “glut” of oil, diesel and petrol... Besides that, now his grapes are ready for harvest, these vessels are required for brewing the next batch of wine - so has to shift some of this surplus petrol onwards - quick’az!
So, this could be your Lucky Day! From opening time at 10.30am on Wednesday the 1st of April, Richard will be giving away FREE PETROL* from the infamous “Yellow Church” Gallery, right on State Highway 1 in Mangaweka, New Zealand!
The "Yellow Church" Gallery is famous for housing the two yearly “Fakes & Forgeries” Art exhibitions, so while you grab your FREE PETROL, feel free to also browse and buy a famous piece of Art or an Antique, or indeed Anything! (there, we told you it was your lucky day!!).
As with any offer too good to be true, this FREE PETROL offer is no exception, and there are a few exclusions* and terms & conditions* that apply…
- This promotion is for a single FREE pottle* of standard unleaded 91 fuel.
- Only ONE portion of FREE PETROL per customer, who visits the “Yellow Church” Gallery on SH1 in Mangaweka on the morning of April 1st 2025 from opening time of 10.30am (no early arrivals, as Wednesday is a sleep in day!).
- You MUST be driving a standard lead free petrol vehicle, into which the FREE PETROL will be delivered straight into (no take-ways).
- Participants must hold & show a valid NZ Drivers licence for ID
- * Pottle size is approx. 25ml (about the size of a shampoo bottle from a budget motel or posh back-packers).
- Offer ends bang on 11.59am on Wednesday 1st of April 2026. Finito. Zip. Gone! *
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Enjoy your April-Fools’ day responsibly. www.mangawekagallery.com 027 52 66 612.
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Welcome to Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery - HOME of the LEGENDARY - FAKES and FORGERIES EXHIBITIONS from 2007 !
Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery is an iconic and 'infamous' Art Gallery, located right on State Highway 1 in the awesome Rangitikei District, New Zealand/Aotearoa. We create, stock and curate Artworks of all kinds and styles and mediums. We now also stock a wide range of ANTIQUES and other collectables to compliment the amazing collection of Artworks!
The Yellow Church is also the home of the two-yearly FAKES & FORGERIES exhibitions (Scroll down or CLICK HERE for the TV1 SEVEN SHARP Feature Video!) CLICK HERE for more Details !!
NEW MEDIA NEWS!! - Click HERE for a new RADIO NEW ZEALAND interview with Richard and HERE for AUSTRALIAN "influencer" CHRISTIAN HULL's on-line feature!
Come See the infamous, the scurrilous, the down-right audacious, yet oh so delicious - Mangaweka FAKES & FORGERIES 2025/26!
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About Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery & Services etc
Visit the Gallery in Person
Visit us in-person and feast your eyes with all the masterpieces in our gallery. You can also meet with the resident artist Richard Aslett and possibly his trusty 'apprentice' Michael Cathels, who are happy to discuss works on display and any custom order you might have.
If it is a warm day & you are really lucky, the fashion guru pair may be wearing their trademark walk shorts and socks!
The scurrilous 2 yearly ART EVENT of last year opened on Sat 25th OCTOBER.
With over 80+ entries from all across NZ / Aotearoa, 2025's exhibition is sure to blow your walk socks off!! Click here for more!
Below Gallery owner Richard Aslett presents the Adults 2023 GOLD PRIZE WINNER, Graham Christiansen, with his Winner's certificate! Click on the pic for more memories (& results!) from 2023!
The majority of FAKES & FORGERIES 2025 sold direct from the Gallery, yet for those that could not make it in person, we listed a select few from the Exhibition on TRADE-ME to bid on and buy.
Please note; We do reserve the right to withdraw any of these (if there are no live bids) when any purchase is made direct from the Gallery. NOTE: This facility is currently on hold yet will be back for 2027 ! SAVE "Fakes & Forgeries" on TM!
UPDATE - Click the Banner below to see the funky feature by TVNZ Reporter Julian Lee on FAKES & FORGERIES 2023!
Frequently Asked Questions about the M"Y C"G...
"Eee Bah Gum, never thought I'd bump into a fellow Yorkie all the way out in New Zealand. Richard was very helpful and found me a nice piece of Kiwi antiquity to take back to the motherland. Recommended for a stop on your journey”
— Steve J (UK)
“I was looking for an art gallery with a unique touch and I'm so glad I found Mangaweka Gallery. The selection of artwork was breathtaking, and I was really pleased with my purchase. Highly recommend”
— Johnathan Doley
"Was driving from Auckland to Wellington and just stopped on chance at the yellow church. Glad I did, found the perfect gift for the Wifes birthday! Thanks"
— Dave
"Found a rare Suzie Cooper tea set. Perfect!"
— Sandra B
About us
Mangaweka Gallery is an exquisite Art gallery, located in the heart of the Rangitikei District, right on State Highway 1, in Mangaweka, New Zealand / Aotearoa. We offer an incredible selection of Artworks from all over the World, from abstract art to sculptures and installations. We now also offer a large range of ANTQUES and collectables to compliment the Artworks. Our mission is to bring inspiring Art and beauty to every household in NZ, indeed every corner of the World. Whether you're looking for a small piece of Art to decorate your home or a unique gift for a special occasion, we guarantee you'll find something here.
Come and explore our works and find the perfect piece for you!
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