Tauranga Gem & Mineral Club is sharing their passion of everything rocks, minerals and gems by hosting the Gemstone, Crystal & Fossil Show 2022 at Tauranga Racecourse from today, October 7 to Sunday, October 9.

The indoor event puts the passion for stones front and centre – offering visitors the chance to be amazed and surprised at what treasures lay beneath our feet.

Tauranga Gem & Mineral Club member Bryce Cooper says the show offers something for rock enthusiasts and the general public – especially those keen to learn more about the hobby.

'Open 9am-5pm today and Saturday, October 8, then 9am-4pm Sunday, October 9, the show is split into two halls – one where collectors and those intrigued can buy anything gem and mineral-related, and the other hall having plenty to keep the young and old entertained.”

There will be outstanding displays of gemstones, fossils and crystals from throughout NZ and the world, kids' activities, live demonstrations, plus fossils, gemstones, minerals, crystals, jewellery, carvings, metaphysical supplies for sale.

Bryce says his club has people with a range of rock-related interests. 'It's really a hobby full of diverse fields. Some people have the geology interest; others like collecting the specifics of minerals in rocks, some like to cut rocks up – that's what I like doing! Our clubroom, at Historic Village, has a workshop for cutting and polishing stone.”

The club conducts monthly field trips for rock hunters, separate club nights for juniors and seniors, work nights for cutting and polishing, and regular collection viewing nights.

The Gemstone, Crystal & Fossil Show 2022 is at Tauranga Racecourse from today, October 7 to Sunday, October 9. Ticket entry is adult $5, child $3, family $10 on the door.

A huge rock, fossil and mineral auction is on Saturday evening, with items for viewing at the show Friday and Saturday. To join Tauranga Gem & Mineral Club, visit: www.tgmclub.com