Adventures
with the Guys
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.
Ian Preece Photography Workshops and Print Sales
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.
Cooks Beach Carnival
Coastal Collective Market
A unique village market in Cooks Beach at different intervals throughout the year displaying the wares of local small businesses.
A Taste of Matarangi
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.
Mercury Twin Cinemas
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.
The Dunes Matarangi Restaurant and Bar
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.
Whiti Beach Meet
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.
Luke's Kitchen
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.
Cathedral Cove Water Taxi
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.
Whitianga Summer Concert 2025
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.
Garmin Trailer Boat Tournament
Join in this fun trailer boat fishing tournament in February in Whitianga.
Mercury Twin Cinema Whitianga Movie Times
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.
Kubota Billfish Classic
The Kubota Billfish Classic in March 2025 is now sold out!
Hahei Market Day
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.
Thirsty Thursday
Come and grab a coffee in your reusable cup at Mat's Cafe for this month's 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.
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Suzuki Top Ten Tuna Tournament
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!
Mercury Bay Historical Society Coffee Catch-up
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.