Wairoa isite Visitor Information Centre

13/05/2026

🍿The Gaiety theatre is Wairoa’s historic cinema. 🎬
It was originally built in 1925 and collapsed in the 1931 earthquake. It was quickly rebuilt but closed its doors in the late 1960s.

In the 1990s The Gaiety was reinstated to its former glory and now is available to hire for events and screens regular movies Wednesdays - Sundays.

You can see what is happening at The Gaiety by checking out their page www.facebook.com/Thegaietytheatre or visiting the website
www.wairoadc.govt.nz/gaiety-theatre/

13/05/2026

Business Networking Event for Wairoa.

More info below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Join us in Wairoa for a special Business After Five networking event, delivered in collaboration between QRS, the Gisborne Chamber of Commerce, and the Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce.

12/05/2026

✨MATARIKI 2026✨
Kia ora Wairoa, Matariki is a time to come together and celebrate the new year.

What's happening:
🌟Thursday 11 June 4pm - 6pm - Wairoa Matariki Movie in the Park
MOVIE TBC

🌟Friday 12 June 6pm - 8pm - Wairoa Matariki Whanau Concert
Performance, Lantern Ceremony, Maumahara, Kai Stalls, Fireworks!

We hope to see you there!

12/05/2026

💐 MOTHERS DAY COMPETITION WINNER 💐

Thank you to everyone who entered our Mother’s Day competition and shared what you love most about your mum 💖

Congratulations to our winner, Hirania Solomon, who picked up her beautiful Mother’s Day hamper today! 🎉

We hope you enjoy your special prize and had a wonderful Mother’s Day 🌷

12/05/2026

Wairoa Māori Film Festival 2026, Nau Mai! Haere Mai! Celebrating 21 years of ..., Kahungunu Marae, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne, 29 May 2026 - 30 May 20

11/05/2026

Now showing🎥🎞️

Kia ora movie lovers, this week's theatre schedule is below.

08/05/2026

🦆DUCK SHOOTING SEASON🦆
Duck shooting Season is now open

To purchase your licence call into the Wairoa isite
8.30am – 4.30pm weekdays
10am – 4pm weekends

07/05/2026

🏆Architectural award for Wairoa’s main street 🏆
Te Wairoa e Whanake, Ahi Kōmau Gemmell’s on Parade and Wairoa Visitor Information Centre has been chosen as the winner of the Commercial Architecture category in the 2026 Gisborne/Hawke’s Bay Regional Architecture Awards.

The win was announced on May 1 at the regional awards night held in Napier.

Read more here www.wairoadc.govt.nz/home/article/1426/architectural-award-for-wairoas-main-street

07/05/2026

🌿 Step into the healing waters and rich history of Nga Hua o Mōrere 🌿

Hidden within lush native rainforest between Wairoa and Gisborne, Nga Hua o Mōrere is one of the few natural saltwater hot springs in the world. These mineral-rich waters have been treasured for generations by local iwi. The area became a thermal reserve in 1885 and remains a place of relaxation, connection, and wellbeing today.

Visitors can soak in soothing hot pools, refresh in cold plunge pools, and wander peaceful bush walks through the stunning Mōrere Scenic Reserve. Along the tracks, you may spot native birds such as tūī, kererū and bellbirds amongst towering nikau palms and ancient rainforest trees.

Producing around 250,000 litres of ancient mineral-rich seawater each day, the springs are renowned for their therapeutic qualities and tranquil natural setting. Whether you’re after relaxation, adventure, or a chance to reconnect with nature, Nga Hua o Mōrere is a must-visit experience in the Wairoa District.

📍 Mōrere, State Highway 2
🌿 Hot pools • Cold plunges • Native bush walks • Birdlife

07/05/2026

💐MOTHERS DAY COMPETITION 💐
To celebrate Mother's Day the isite are running a competition for the hamper pictured!

To go in to the draw simply comment below what you love most about your mum!

Competition closes 12 noon Saturday 9th May. Winner will be drawn that afternoon.

06/05/2026

🚍 INTERCITY BUS BOOKINGS 🚍
The intercity bus can be booked from the Wairoa isite with no extra booking fees.

Start your journey now by heading down to the isite and talking to the friendly team.

The isite is open Weekdays 8.30 - 4.30pm and Weekends 10am - 4pm.