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There are some top activities and things to explore in the mercury bay to achieve some quality man bonding time away from the office and man sheds.

Whether it is an active day out, an event to attend or something a bit milder that may involve a cold beer we’ve got you covered. Browse the things to do for the guys page to plan your next adventure with your mates.

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Join me for a small group workshop or bespoke photography class on the Coromandel Peninsula, Great Barrier Island, Tiritiri Matangi or Ohiwa-Ohope in New Zealand. I also run regular exhibitions of my work and sell prints directly and through selected galleries.

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Cathedral Cove Water Taxi

Taxis & Shuttles

Getting from Hahei to Cathedral Cove takes just 10 minutes with the Cathedral Cove Water Taxi plus you get to see the beautiful coastline from a perspective only possible when travelling by boat.

Luke's Kitchen

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Lukes Kitchen offers customers fresh and tasty homemade wood fired pizzas, "fresh as" seafood, wraps, and snacks in a relaxed laid back atmosphere with million dollar views! Our menu and hours change as the seasons do, so give us ring, check our website or social media to see what's on.

Matarangi Market

Local Markets

Local summer market at the Village Green in Matarangi.

Felicity Jean is an experienced local photographer offering wedding, family portrait, event & commercial photography services on the Coromandel & nationwide. She loves to shoot documentary style, capturing your special moments in an unobtrusive, natural & authentic way. She shoots with the latest Canon cameras and lenses. View pricing and package options on her website. 

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Hahei Market Day

Galas-Carnivals & Fairs

Hahei Market Day is an annual fun free family event that is a fundraiser for the popular Hahei Community Library. The Library also uses funds raised to support local community projects and organisations that support our community.

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Seaweek

Sport & Recreation

In March activities are coordinated as part of Seaweek - events to celebrate the moana-sea along with agencies, businesses, and community groups. There are usually plenty of activities to get involved in during Seaweek - pencil this date in your detail as more details to come!

All are welcome to join the regular Mercury Bay Historical Society coffee catch-ups. For those interested in history - it's a great chance to meet likeminded people and to hear fascinating speakers. 

Thirsty Thursday

Sport & Recreation

POSTPONED for April - we'll keep you posted when the next Thirsty Thursday is rescheduled! Get ready to come and grab a coffee in your reusable cup the next Thirsty Thursday! The team from Wāhi Tukurua - Mercury Bay Resource Recovery Centre will be on hand to have a chat about reducing single use cups. 

Mercury Twin Cinemas

Entertainment & Leisure

Sit back and relax in air conditioned comfort to watch all the latest movies in our Whitianga big screen cinemas. You can enjoy a coffee, wine or beer selection or a sweet treat from our candy bar.

Whiti Beach Meet

Sport & Recreation

You're invited to enter or come along as a spectator at the Whitianga's American Muscle Street & Custom Club annual 'Whiti Beach Meet' this 4th January 2025! Approximately 200 cars and toys expected. 

From May 29 to June 15 Mercury Twin Cinemas in Whitianga is proud to announce the return of the French Film Festival Aotearoa to Whitianga for its third consecutive year.  Get your tickets to some great French Films in Whitianga.

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Looking for movies times in Whitianga this week?  We've got the latest movie session times for you to view at the two big screens at the Mercury Twin Cinemas. 

Suzuki Top Ten Tuna Tournament

Sport & Recreation

Held 1 December to 31 January. Join the Mercury Bay game Fishing Club for the Suzuki Top Ten Tuna Tournament, the first offshore gamefish tournament of the season!

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Cooks Beach Carnival

Galas-Carnivals & Fairs
Fun for the whole family, everything from stalls and games to raffles and food. 
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A Taste of Matarangi

Food, Wine & Fashion

In 2025 A Taste of Matarangi celebrates 10 years of this fabulous event! Get your tickets online now and get ready to enjoy a day full of great music, delicious food, local produce, fine wine, cold beer and selection of non alcoholic beverages- all at this wonderful beach location in Matarangi.

NZ Offshore Powerboat Series

Sport & Recreation

22nd and 23rd March - come along and catch the live action of the Whitianga NZ Offshore Powerboat Series, right here in Mercury Bay this March.  View more information and pictures of some of the series powerboat teams below! 

A unique village market in Cooks Beach at different intervals throughout the year displaying the wares of local small businesses.

Garmin Trailer Boat Tournament

Sport & Recreation

Join in this fun trailer boat fishing tournament in February in Whitianga. 

Repco Beach Hop

Sport & Recreation

The Beach Hop is back 26th to 30th March in Whangamata, and around the Coromandel Peninsula. 

 
 
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The Dunes Restaurant and Bar Matarangi has fabulous views across the stunning Matarangi golf course and out to the Coromandel Range. Our welcoming team offer family friendly dining and a relaxed vibe where you can enjoy a delicious meal. 

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It's back in Whitianga! The 2025 all-star line up: COLD CHISEL, ICEHOUSE, BIC RUNGA, and EVERCLEAR in one mammoth anniversary celebration as Cold Chisel celebrate 50 years, ICEHOUSE 45 years since their first New Zealand tour, and the festival 15 years.  

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Kubota Billfish Classic

Sport & Recreation

From the 12-15 March the Kubota Billfish Classic held in Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand is officially the Largest Billfish Tournament ever to be held in the World.

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