Whakatāne isite Visitor Information Centre

Whakatāne isite Visitor Information Centre Discover the best of the Whakatāne district.

The team at Whakatāne isite are ready to book your next adventure or show you how to access the many walks and experiences our rohe has to offer✨ What's on sign up 👉https://confirmsubscription.com/h/t/E1C64736

🌱 Back by popular demand! The Wharfside Harvest Market returns to beautiful Port Ōhope on Saturday 17 October.Join us fo...
10/09/2026

🌱 Back by popular demand! The Wharfside Harvest Market returns to beautiful Port Ōhope on Saturday 17 October.

Join us for a relaxed harbour-side morning celebrating the best of the Eastern Bay, with fresh seasonal produce, artisan foods, locally made products, and live cooking demonstrations showcasing local talent and flavours.

Meet the makers, discover local foodie gems, and stock up on delicious seasonal treats while enjoying one of the Bay’s most scenic locations.

📅 Saturday 17 October 2026
⏰ 8:30am – 12:30pm
📍 Wharfside, Port Ōhope
🎟️ Free entry

Brought to you by the team behind the award-winning Local Wild Food Festival.

Nau tō rourou, nā taku rourou, ka ora ai te hapori.
With your food basket and my food basket, the community will thrive. 🍎🌊👩‍🍳

🥳Congratulations Susan Jensen!🥳You are the lucky winner of 2 tickets to the Ōhiwa Flavours Festival, Banquet Sur Le Port...
09/09/2026

🥳Congratulations Susan Jensen!🥳

You are the lucky winner of 2 tickets to the Ōhiwa Flavours Festival, Banquet Sur Le Port on the 23rd October 🍹🍴🎶

We hope you have an amazing evening, enjoying great food, live music & stunning views of the Ōhiwa Harbour.

Thank you to everyone who entered our giveaway. 🌊

06/09/2026

🚂 All aboard the Awakeri Rail Adventures ! 🌿✨
Need convincing? Here are 5 reasons to jump aboard:

1️⃣ It's fun for all ages!
2️⃣ You can feed the wildlife.
3️⃣ Enjoy a cuppa and snack in the bush.
4️⃣ Take in the NZ countryside.
5️⃣ Self drive your own rail cart!
Have you ridden the rails yet? 🚂👇

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Looking for accommodation in the Eastern Bay?We're just back from our brochure drop offs with our local providers.Let us...
03/09/2026

Looking for accommodation in the Eastern Bay?

We're just back from our brochure drop offs with our local providers.
Let us know if you prefer seaviews, or want to stay close to town. Pop into the Whakatāne isite, our friendly team will help you get booked in. ✨

📚Did you know the library offers more than just books, check these out 👇✅Free Movie Streaming✅Justice Of The Peace Servi...
01/09/2026

📚Did you know the library offers more than just books, check these out 👇

✅Free Movie Streaming

✅Justice Of The Peace Services

✅Digital Support

✅Kids Programmes

✅Toy Library

✅Board Games

✅1000 Books Before School

✅Haynes Manuals Online

The library is a hub for learning, entertainment, connection and support for people of all ages. Pop into the library and see what's available for you and youe whānau!

31/08/2026

Meet Karen from the Whakatāne isite who'll give you the scoop on travel times to Whakatāne from our neighbours!

📍 Distance from Whakatāne to...
🚗 Tauranga: 90 km | 1 hr
🚗 Rotorua: 85 km | 1 hr 15 min
🚗 Taupō: 180 km | 2 hr min
🚗 Hamilton: 205 km | 2 hr 40 min
🚗 Gisborne: 205 km | 2 hr 45 min
🚗 Auckland: 310 km | 4 hr
🚗 Wellington: 650 km | 8 hr
🚀 The Moon: 384,400 km | About 3 days

So whether you're coming from Tauranga or the Moon, Whakatāne is worth the trip 😉

Where are you travelling from? 👇

It's been so much fun helping these lovely ladies from the Hawkes Bay & Wairoa plan their weekend here in Whakatāne. 🌟🍽 ...
29/08/2026

It's been so much fun helping these lovely ladies from the Hawkes Bay & Wairoa plan their weekend here in Whakatāne. 🌟

🍽 Dinner at CIGOL Restaurant last night
🏃‍♀️ Whakatāne rose garden 5km run- walk
🌿 Then i had the pleasure of teaching them how to weave their very first konae
🎨 Now there off to the Whakatāne Art Gallery
🍽 Dinner at Detour Bar & Lounge tonight, then a movie at Whakamax
🍤 Sunday morning at the Whakatāne Sunday Market before heading home

If your looking for somewhere to escape for the weekend, give us a call, there's so much to see, do, taste & experience in our beautiful rohe - we'd love to help you discover it. 💛

Fred's enjoying a little coastal adventure this week... and we've heard he might be stopping for a cheeky fluffy while h...
27/08/2026

Fred's enjoying a little coastal adventure this week... and we've heard he might be stopping for a cheeky fluffy while he's out exploring.☕👀

Think you know where he's hiding? Be the first person to come tell us at the Whakatāne isite and you'll win this weeks prize! 🎉

🥳Congratulations Susan Jensen Winner of TWO TICKETS TO BANQUET SUR LE PORT🥳We're giving away 2 tickets to Banquet Sur L...
26/08/2026

🥳Congratulations Susan Jensen Winner of TWO TICKETS TO BANQUET SUR LE PORT🥳

We're giving away 2 tickets to Banquet Sur Le Port, featuring:
🍽 A delicious five-course meal
🍸 A welcome drink on arrival
🎶 Live music
🌊 Stunning harbour-side atmosphere
Want to enter? It's easy!

✅Follow our page
✅Tag the person you'd bring along
🏆Winner anounced 10/09/2026
Good luck! 🍀

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144 The Strand
Whakatane
3120

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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+64800942528

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