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Coastcare Coromandel Community Dune Planting and Coastal Working Bees
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Help protect and restore the beautiful Coromandel coastline. Get involved in one off and regular volunteer coast care activities held throughout the Coromandel Peninsula. From dune planting to community working bees - they're a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the Coromandel coast, morning tea and to make new friends!
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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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Exotic Caulerpa Community Information Forum and Tech Talks
Workshops & Conferences
Initiated by the Hauraki Gulf Forum, this free 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.
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Mercury Twin Cinema Whitianga Movie Times
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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!
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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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!
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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.
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Whiti Beach Meet
Sport & Recreation
You're invited to enter your vehicle or come along as a spectator at the Whitianga's American Muscle Street & Custom Club annual 'Whiti Beach Meet' this 9th January 2027! Approximately 200 cars and toys expected. Great raffles and trophies to be won, and all profits go to local charity!
- Public viewing free
- Enter your vehicle for $20 first vehicle and $10 for each additional entry (see PDF entry form and details below).
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November 12, 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 ).
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Cathy Klouwens
October 24, 2026
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Car enthusiasts and fans of retro vehicles are in for a treat this summer as the Whiti Beach Meet returns to scenic Buffalo Beach Reserve 9th January 2027. Organised by the Whitianga American Street and Custom Car Club, this Coromandel vehicle meet promises a full-on car, truck, bike, and retro caravan show that will showcase hundreds of vehicles of various types and models. It’s time to pencil the date in your diary and register your vehicle now!
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Cathy Klouwens
November 12, 2026
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Grass carp released into Cooks Beach lakes
Conservation Stories
Grass carp have been released at Cooks Beach, marking a long-awaited milestone for the local community and council. Thames-Coromandel District Council and the Department of Conservation released the fish, also known as white amur (Ctenopharyngodon idella), at the stormwater lake on Wednesday, 4 November. The grass carp will be used to keep the aquatic plant growth in the lakes under control.
Image credit above: Thames Coromandel District Council press release published 5 November, 2026.
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Cathy Klouwens
November 12, 2026
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Local dancers bring dreams to life in new theatrical production
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More than 100 local dancers are preparing to take to the stage at Whitianga Town Hall this November as The Alternative Dance Collective presents Dreamweaver, a theatrical dance production exploring dreams, imagination and the possibilities that come with believing in yourself.
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Cathy Klouwens
October 05, 2026
For the volunteers of Whitianga Volunteer Coastguard, being part of the crew is about much more than getting out on the water. It is about learning new skills, working as a team, supporting the community and, ultimately, helping people get home safely.
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Cathy Klouwens
October 03, 2026
Winners Announced for Coromandel Capture & Win - Celebrating the Beauty of the Coromandel
Business Stories
The team at Guthrie Bowron Whitianga would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who entered their September “Capture & Win” competition which had a fantastic response, with two winners now announced.
Winning Image Credit Above: Mother Browns Creek, by Lynn Clayton (see second winning image below).
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