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Mercury Twin Cinema Whitianga Movie Times
Sport & Recreation
Looking for movies times in Whitianga to watch at the cinema this week and weekend? Check out the latest movie session times and trailers at the two big screens at the Mercury Twin Cinemas!
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NZTrio presents "Dreamscape"
Concerts & Gigs
This May, NZTrio He Taonga Wairere returns to Whitianga with "Dreamscape" - a curated musical journey through the convergence of memory and imagination.
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Annual Model Show Event
Sport & Recreation
POSTPONED IN JULY - NEW DATE TO BE ADVISED the Mercury Bay Model Railway Club are proud to present their annual model show. Bring the family along to view some fantastic models this July School Holidays!
Tairua Classic, Hotrod and Bike Show
Sport & Recreation
Tairua Car Club is holding a Classic, hot rod, bike show - all vehicles and spectators welcome!
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Kubota Billfish Classic
Sport & Recreation
From the 11-14 March 2026 the Kubota Billfish Classic held in Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand. Please go to the event organisers Facebook page for any enquires and more information.
Mercury Bay Library Events
Workshops & Conferences
Weekly events and activities at various times run at the Mercury Bay Library throughout the year and over the school holiday periods. And of course come on in any day they are open to get your favourite books for some excellent reading!
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Community Stories
Stay engaged with community stories and local articles from the past and present.
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Cathy Klouwens
May 23, 2026
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Win a $50 voucher from Basker Cafe, Bar & Restaurant
Competitions
Our mates at Basker are giving you the chance to win one of two $50 vouchers to experience their delicious menu and the waterside charm of their cafe, bar and restaurant nestled dockside on the beautiful Whitianga waterways.
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Community
June 17, 2026
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State Highway 25 and 25A Roading updates – plus local roading network news and announcements
Community Stories
This article shares a summary of updates provided by the Thames Coromandel District Council and the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi on State Highway 25 and 25A and the local road network on the Coromandel Peninsula.
(Image Credit: NZTA Waka Kotahi. Pepe Bridge Project, Tairua, Coromandel Peninsula ).
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Community
June 15, 2026
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Thames Coromandel District Council Region Updates
Council Updates
This article shares a summary of updates for community and business provided by the Thames Coromandel District Council for the Coromandel Peninsula.
(Image Credit: Thames Coromandel District Council Logo ).
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Community
June 15, 2026
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Entries now open for the Hauraki Coromandel businesses awards
Business Stories
Entries and nominations are now open for 2026 Claymark Hauraki Coromandel Business Awards and individuals, businesses and community groups are now invited to put forward nominations and entries for the Awards.
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Cathy Klouwens
June 15, 2026
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Recognising volunteers during National Volunteer week
Community Stories
National Volunteer week 2026 is being held June 14th – 20th and is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteering in New Zealand. This year's theme is Your Year to Volunteer - Tōu tau ki te tūao and aims to raise awareness of volunteering and to recognise the collective contribution that volunteers make to New Zealand. In this article learn about volunteering and how you can get involved with local volunteer groups in the Mercury Bay.
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Wāhi Tukurua - Mercury Bay Resource Recovery Trust
April 15, 2026
Food Waste: The Fridge Reality (and 20 Ways to Waste Less)
Conservation Stories
April 29th is Stop Food Waste Day – a good excuse for a quick, honest check-in to review your Whitianga food waste habits. We're not talking about the overwhelming, “we must fix everything” kind. Just the kind that starts with opening the fridge… and seeing what’s actually going on in there. Read on to assess your fridge 'reality' and get 20 tips on how to easily waste less, and save money too.
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