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Whitianga has one of the best backyards in the world that Kiwis from all over New Zealand love to visit!
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There are things to do rain or shine – making Whitianga a great destination for the whole family.
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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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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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!
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Members of the American Muscle and Custom Car Club Whitianga will be gathering for the start of their monthly "Cars and Coffee Cruse". They'll be meeting and bringing their old and new American cars, trucks and motorcycles. All spectators are welcome to come and meet members, talk cars and check the vehicles before they head off on their monthly cruse. New members are welcome!
Exotic Caulerpa Community Information Forum and Tech Talks
Workshops & Conferences
Initiated by the Hauraki Gulf Forum, this ONLINe hui is an opportunity to share information among Hauraki Gulf communities and operators responding to Exotic Caulerpa infestations and those proactively engaged in surveying for and mitigating against Exotic Caulerpa.
Mercury Bay Community Board Meeting
Workshops & Conferences
The Mercury Bay Community Board meets regularly through out the year at the Council buildings in Monk Street, Whitianga.
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Halloween Trick or Treating Friendly List
Galas-Carnivals & Fairs
Dress up in your best Halloween outfit and join the trick or treaters in Whitianga. Download the trick or treat friendly list to know which homes and businesses to visit for your trick or treat friendly locations!
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Cooks Beach Carnival
Galas-Carnivals & Fairs
Date to be confirmed for 2027 - usually held on the 4th January each year. Fun for the whole family, everything from stalls and games to raffles and food.
Local Articles
Community Stories
Stay engaged with community stories and local articles from the past and present.
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Cathy Klouwens
June 19, 2026
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Tairua PEPE STREAM BRIDGE REPLACEMENT NEWS
Community Stories
This article shares project updates for the Tairua Pepe Stream Bridge replacement project provided by the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. This significant roading project will replace the Pepe Bridge Stream one lane bridge with a two lane bridge to update the roading network infrastructure and to provide better access in and around Tairua and the wider Coromandel Peninsula.
(Image Credit: NZTA Waka Kotahi. Pepe Bridge Project, Tairua, Coromandel Peninsula ).
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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 18, 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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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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