Date: Monday 4 May 2026
Time: 6pm (doors open at 5.30 pm)
Speaker: Andrew Penniket, Underwater Cameraman and Documentary Maker
Venue: Lecture Theatre 1, EIT Taradale, Napier
Admission: Gold coin donation

We warmly invite you to join us for an evening with Andrew Penniket, sharing stories from his recently released book Whales, Snails, and Lobster Tales.

Andrew will take us into the world beneath the waves, from the movements of whales to the hidden lives of smaller coastal creatures. Drawing on decades of experience, he brings together science, observation, and storytelling in a way that encourages us to slow down and notice the richness of life along our shores.

This is a relaxed and enjoyable talk for anyone with an interest in nature, the ocean, or simply a good story.

Andrew Penniket is an award-winning underwater cameraman and documentary maker whose career spans more than 40 years. Beginning with TVNZ’s Natural History Unit in Dunedin, he has worked on major international productions for broadcasters including BBC, National Geographic, NHNZ, and the Discovery Channel.

Trained as a biologist, Andrew combines a deep understanding of marine life with a strong visual storytelling style. He is known for capturing close-up behavioural moments — from the night-time activity of lobsters to the coordinated hunting of orca tribes. His work has also supported marine conservation efforts, and he continues to advocate for greater protection of ocean environments.