On Saturday May the 19th 2012 the Bayview Chateau Tongariro will host for the second year in a row, the gay PINK BALL.

The Gay and Lesbian community have been talking with excitment ever since our inaugural event last year. Bring your special someone or just a friend and enjoy the remarkable Chateau Tongariro Hotel Mount Ruapehu.... at its best.

Here's a slice of what you should expect...

Check in to the hotel from 3pm. If you're coming by train, our porter service will collect you. Relax in the stunning surroundings, take a walk in the surrounding National Park, or take a drive up the 'Top of the Bruce'. At 1625 metres above sea level, the views are fantastic.

Then prepare for pre-dinner drinks from 7pm.

Meet and greet at the Chateau. The parquet floor will be ready as will a full buffet dinner with beverages included ... followed by the yet to be confirmed entertainment.

Tables will be in groups of ten, so the choice is yours. Gather a group together and book five ball packages now - or come and make new friends.

Your ticket for two includes:

Accommodation for two people double or twin share
Beverages with dinner
Full sumptuous buffet dinner
Full buffet breakfast the following morning (until 10.30am)
ENTERTAINMENT (from 9pm - dancing is free)