Haere Mai Ki Whakatāne

Welcome to Whakatāne, New Zealand. The Bay of Plenty's best kept secret.

Whakatāne invites you to throw away your watch, relax in the sunshine, experience the special lure of the ocean and marvel at the relaxed friendliness of the people - as you discover all the little things that make Whakatane so exceptional.

Renowned for great weather, beautiful beaches, culture and a relaxed lifestyle, the Whakatāne region is one of New Zealands most attractive locations for visitors and relocators. 

Whakatāne.info is your online destination for local information providing the most comprehensive local business and information directory available online. Information on Accommodation, Activities, Restaurants and Cafes,  Shops, Services and Essential Information are accessible 24/7.

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Ocean Ford Whakatane

OCEAN FORD

Welcome to Ocean Ford in Whakatane! We are the only locally owned and operated franchise vehicle dealership in Whakatane. We have a hands-on approach, and this combined with our customer service philosophy, means you, the customer, comes first.

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Bridgestone Select Whakatane

BRIDGESTONE SELECT WHAKATANE

Now locally owned and operated, Bridgestone Select Whakatane is your local destination for premium tyres and expert vehicle care in the Bay of Plenty. At Bridgestone Select Whakatane, drivers can browse a wide range of tyres for cars, SUVs, 4x4s, and light trucks.

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Air Chathams, Whakatane

AIR CHATHAMS

Family owned and operated, Air Chathams is the largest independent airline in the country and has cemented its reputation for looking after people. For new and faithful customers, the recent upgrade to the Saab 340 aircraft offers greater legroom, stand-up cabin space, flight attendant, inflight service, and toilet facilities. 

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Latest News & Events

Whakatane.info April Newsletter

The Whakatāne.info Newsletter is proudly sponsored by Dot Info Marketing. A results-driven digital marketing agency helping Eastern Bay businesses grow, compete, and thrive online.

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2 Apr 2026
Liberty Kids School Holiday Programme Whakatane

Liberty Kids School Holiday Programme

Would you like your child enroled in an amazing Holiday Programme? To check out and enrol your children into our Liberty Kids Programme, go to our website: https://www.libertychurch.co.nz/hoilday-programme.

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7 Apr 2026
About Our District

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT

The Whakatane District in the Eastern Bay of Plenty is one of the most diversely beautiful areas in New Zealand.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

The number of business units in the Whakatane district increased by 9% between 2003 and 2004 based on Statistics NZ information.

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Local Attractions

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Whakatane is host to many natural and man made attractions that has made our town an activity des

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Living History

LIVING HISTORY

The story of the coming of the Maori to Whakatane is shrouded in the mists of time, but the oral traditions of the tangata whenua (people of the land) make it clear that the region was settled by a series of migrations over several hundred years.

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Whakatane Kiwi

WHAKATĀNE KIWI

Whakatāne is regarded as the 'Kiwi Capital of the World'.

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Sports Clubs and Societies, Whakatane

SPORTS CLUBS & SOCIETIES

Find contact details, website links and information about local sporting clubs, societies, community organisations and support groups.

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FLOW PLUMBING

Flow Plumbing Whakatāne, your dedicated team of professional Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers. Proudly serving the Eastern Bay of Plenty, we tackle a diverse range of projects, from domestic maintenance and gas hot water conversions to bathroom alterations, new builds, and commercial ventures. 

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Latest Blog Posts

Easter Holidays Activities in Whakatane

A Quick Guide to Easter Holiday Fun!

The Easter school holidays have arrived, and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained, don’t worry we’ve got plenty of ideas. Whakatane is packed with fun activities.

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7 Apr 2026
How to get ahead with ai

What Most Directories Won’t Tell You in 2026

The way people find businesses online is changing fast. Google isn’t the only one reading your business information anymore. With AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google’s AI Overviews now answering search queries directly, the rules of visibility have shifted.

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20 Mar 2026

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