Waikato University have been running a few Scientifique get togethers, covering a vast array of sicences for general consumption by the public. I've been to one about genetics, and it was rather good. The atmosphere is casual, in a bar setting.
Anyway, tomorrow they're having another regards below.

this time, the exploration of power is the topic. as you can see its on the 13th at Palms Restaurant and Bar 7:30, which is tomorrow, sorry didn't give much notice.
I noticed it is hard to read
you can get more info from science@waikato.ac.nz or ring (021) 048 6913
will you be going Jack? is over there in Tauranga, which is about 3 to 3 1/2 hrs from Auckland