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Thames 6 The Coromandel beaches, campgrounds,mountainsandwalkingtracks. Coromandel TownisalsothegatewaytonorthCoromandel’sisolated buildings. continued toflourishwhileretainingarichstockofsurvivingheritage Creek in1852broughtaboomtoCoromandelTown,andtheareahas and served at the many local restaurants. The discovery of gold at Driving Homegrown cuisineisinabundancefromitsrawform,toelegantlycooked Pohutukawa coastfromThames–CoromandelTownhasmuchtooffer. the HaurakiGulffromdowntownAucklandorbyroadonwinding journey isthedestination–arrivebyferryafterastunningacross heritage anditsculturalimportancetoIwi.Whileitcanbesaidthatthe The villagehasauniquecharacter,soulandambiencereflectingart, tranquil atmosphere,butalsobythespectacularnaturalsurrounds. who havemovedherefromaroundthecountry-inspirednotonlyby Historic CoromandelTownisahavenfortalentedartistsandcraftspeople COROMANDEL TOWN COROMANDEL Information Centre COROMANDEL TOWN

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Whitianga & Mercury Bay 8 The Coromandel the oldesthumanartefacteverfoundinNewZealand. For aneasierwalkorcycle,followtheTairuaHistoryTrailtoseesiteof river greatforkayakingandswimminginsummer. bush trailsthrougholdgoldmines,nativefernforestsandafreshwater At Hikuaiatthefoothillsofrangestowest,you’llfindhistoricnative explored bybookingatripwithlocaldiveandfishingcharterboats. The offshore islands ofSlipper,ShoeandtheAldermen Islands can be dumpy shorebreakthat’snotforthefaint-hearted. in nature.Tairuahasslightlycoarsersand,steepdunesandasometimes Tairua. Boththesesettlementshavesurfbeaches–thoughverydifferent views ofocean,islands,harbour,mountainsandthetownsPauanui Tairua isdominatedbyMtPaku,whichhasawalktothetopaffording360° special brandofkiwihospitalityandlocalknowledge. vibrant permanentpopulationeagertoaccommodatevisitorsseekingthat backdrop tothewestofthesesettlements.Theyalsohaveasmallbut explore theeastcoastandoffshoreislands,orcraggymountainous Tairua and Pauanui onthe Pacific Coastareexcellent bases from which to Information Centre TAIRUA

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The Coromandel 10 communities. hole courses) to a swimming pool that is the envy of many nearby unique café culture and a range of sporting facilities from golf (9 and 18 Whangamata also has one of the best shopping centres in the region, a developed, establishingsettlementsofseveralhundredpeople. activity asgoldminingintheWentworth,WharekawaandParakiwaiValleys extensively loggedforKauriinthe1880s.The1890sto1920ssawintense Like otherpartsofThe Coromandel, thehillsaroundWhangamatawere short walks,mountainbiketrailsandoldgoldminingsitestobeexplored. The CoromandelForestParkandTairuaborderingthetownoffer truly ‘beach’feelwhereboardiesarederigueur. to the main streetshops by a network ofwalkways which give the town a surfer couldneed.Itsworld-classsurfbreakandwhitesandbeachislinked contributor. Surfboardmanufacturingandretailsurfshopsprovidealla quintessential surfingtown,andisasignificanteconomic isthe Whangamata likeWhangamata. Few placessay‘summer’ WHANGAMATA Info Plus

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Our Region The Coromandel Waihi & Waihi Beach 12 12 The Coromandel and therecentlyopenedHaurakiRailTrail. Paeroa isagreatbaseforexploringTheCoromandel,theKarangahakeGorge year tomakeitanevenmoreinterestingvisit. proactive localbusinesscommunityhostsnumerouseventsthroughoutthe Expect friendly,helpfulservice and a warm welcomeinPaeroa where a rock climbing,swimmingandtheHaurakiRailTrail. on StateHighway2)isincrediblypopularforitswalkways,winery,fishing, Steeped ingoldmininghistory,theKarangahakeGorge(8kmsouthofPaeroa “Lemon andPaeroa”whichmadePaeroa“WorldFamousinNewZealand”. was manufacturedintoNewZealand’sveryfirstownnaturalsoftdrink: spring waterdiscoveredinthe19thcentury.Thiswater,mixedwithlemon, proclaimed Antiques Capital of NewZealand and home to the therapeutic With manygreatantiquestorestomoochthrough,Paeroaistheself- Awards, topping70nominationsfromaroundthecountry. honour ofCommunitytheYearat2012NewZealander Paeroa isatight-knitandcaringcommunitythatwasawardedwiththe Information Hub PAEROA

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Seabird Coast 14 The Coromandel NGATEA &THEHAURAKIPLAINS arrival. Locals areonlytoohappytoofferhelporgiveacustomarywavegreetyour picnic orsamplethefareatoneoftown’scafés. Stop offtopicksomehomegrownblueberriesontheHaurakiPlains,packa tournaments, owingtoitscentrallocation. family. Thetownhostsmanyboutiqueconferences,weddingsandsports Tauranga andanidealjunctiontocoordinatetravelforbusiness,friends It isagreatstopoffpointwhendrivingfromAuckland,Hamilton,Rotoruaand away fromthecitylightsofAuckland,HamiltonandTauranga. boasts thebestofbothworlds.Thecountrylifestyleisaboutanhoursdrive As athrivingservicehubfortherichfarmlandsofHaurakiPlains,Ngatea COPPER KETTLE CAFÉ COPPER KETTLE

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15 Ngatea & the Hauraki Plains The Coromandel BEACHES throughout The Coromandel Region For somewhere so conveniently close to three major North Island cities, The Coromandel can still feel very much off the beaten track. It may have something to do with its numerous and diverse beaches – from quiet coves thick with shells and framed by sculpted cliffs, to sweeps of white sand and steep dunes with surf rolling in from the Pacific. Our beaches are manned only in the peak of summer by surf lifeguards – many of them volunteers – and the coast guard that assists boaties when in trouble are also voluntary.

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Waihi Beach Mercury Island, Trudy Hayde CATHEDRAL COVE Te Whanganui-A-Hei At the southern end of Hahei beach is the Te Pare historic reserve - the site of an ancient Maori pa (fortified village). The northern end features a one hour walking track that leads along the cliff top before descending to the majestic Cathedral Cove. Cathedral Cove can also be accessed from a car park at the top of Grange Rd. Named for its gigantic arched cavern that passes through a white rock headland to join two secluded coves, the cathedral-like arch gives the whole area an air of grandeur, while the sandy beach is framed by Pohutukawa trees providing shade for a picnic. A little way off the beach at Cathedral Cove is a large pinnacle of pumice breccia rock known as ‘Te Hoho’. Over centuries this has been sculpted by wind and water. It now looks like the prow of a large ship steaming into the beach. Cathedral Cove is a must-see on The Coromandel.

Cathedral Cove HOT WATER BEACH Te Puia Hot Water Beach is a truly unique experience where two hours either side of low tide you can bathe in a hot pool that you’ve dug yourself. Spades can be hired in the local café and general store. Dig around to find a hot water source – and beware that temperatures can be scalding hot - before lying back to soak up the surroundings. There are three car parks at Hot Water Beach from which you can enjoy walks along the beach and through the small township, which features an excellent camp ground, café and art gallery and other quality accommodation. Access is off State Highway 25 at Whenuakite. It’s the only notable turnoff and directs you to Hot Water Beach, Cook’s Beach and Hahei/Cathedral Cove. It’s little surprise Hot Water Beach was named among the top 10 beaches in the world by the Lonely Planet Travel Guide.

Hot Water Beach SURFING With more than 400km of coastline, The Coromandel has always attracted surfers from nearby cities on weekends, holiday times and over the occasional widely-anticipated big swell. Many have been lured into settling permanently, forgoing the hustle of city life for a more flexible, if less lucrative, working week where they can sneak out for a dawnie or lunchtime session with only a friend or two in the water – particularly in winter. The Coromandel’s selection of waves vary in character from playful beach breaks to a world-class point break. Whangamata is the country’s best-known east coast surf town, steeped in surfing heritage. You can hire a board in Whangamata, Pauanui and Hot Water Beach among other towns, but the serious surfer won’t want to arrive unprepared and suffer the torture of standing on the beach while the Pacific Ocean delivers lines of swell and pumping waves.

Surfing in Whangamata FISHING & DIVING With around 400km of coastline and over 100 offshore islands, The Coromandel is one of New Zealand’s favourite marine playgrounds. It boasts some of New Zealand’s best quality fishing within a relatively small area. With an East and West Coast, plenty of bays and islands for protection you can be sure you will find somewhere to fish, dive or snorkel. No matter what your interest whether it’s in surfcasting from the beach, sitting amongst mussel farms, live baiting or heading further a field to chase that elusive game fish, The Coromandel offers plenty of choice. The snorkelling and swimming opportunities in Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve are plentiful, especially in the shallow waters around Stingray Bay (Te Karaka) and the western side of Mahurangi Island. Gemstone Bay (Waimata) has a snorkel trail marked by buoys that illustrate the marine habitats and associated species that live beneath.

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Migrating Shorebirds,www.thecoromandel.com Seabird Coast KUPE & COOK The Coromandel can boast to being one of the few areas in New Zealand to have been discovered by two of the world’s great navigators, Polynesian explorer ‘Kupe” and European explorer Captain James Cook. The first Polynesian explorer to sight The Coromandel was reputed to be Kupe, travelling from eastern Polynesia in around 950 AD. Aboard his mighty canoe, Matahorua, he sailed for two weeks until he sighted what was later to be called Mt Moehau. Te Whitianga a Kupe was the original place name for Whitianga, meaning Kupe’s crossing place. Captain Cook sailed into the Mercury Bay on the 3 November 1769. Cook’s ship “Endeavour” was met by Ngati Hei canoes on arrival in the bay. Seven days later, on November 9 1769 Cook observed the transit of the planet Mercury across the face of the sun, hence the names of some of the region’s beaches and bays - Mercury Bay and Cooks Beach. Cook also sailed into the Firth of Thames and spent two days on the Waihou River.

Sailing, Buffalo Beach GOLDMININGEVENTS Gold boom, dark financialthroughout depression theand aCoromandel long uphill climb Region back to Aprosperity variety ofis howevents the firstare 100hosted years on of Thamesthe Coromandel has been recorded.that reflect Thames and celebratehad a small its beginning diversity inwith a verythe first fun official and tasty strike package. of gold inAt Junethe Whitianga1867. The Scallop‘big bonanza’ Festival, was the between delectable 1869 scallop and is 1871. cooked In up1871 by talentedthe top localproducing chefs andCaledonian matched Mine with turned quality out live 361,581 bands andounces cooking – more demonstrations. than 10 tonne Prefer- with thea total sweet value smell of about of petrol? $1,950,000. Then the In annual the late battle 1870s of peoplethe streets flocked in Paeroa to the mightWaihi bearea more in search your bag. of their fortunes. The mine we now know as Martha Mine soon became one of the most important gold and silver mines in theAnd world. on the Now other in itsside third of centurythe coast, of mining, witness Waihi the bestremains surfers a gold in townNew andZealand its mines at the still Billabong produce Pro most in Whangamata of New Zealand’s or see gold artists and in silver residence bullion. at Manythe Mercury relics of Bay The Coromandel’sArt Escape for gold-mining the joy of history a quiet are one-on-one still evident withtoday, a suchtalented as the Coromandel Victoria Battery sculptor at Waikino,or painter. the There Crown are Mine endurance at Karangahake, races like the StamperK2 Cycle BatteryRace, Colville in Coromandel Connection Town and and Waihi the NuggetStamper Race Battery and and for Thethose School who prefer of Mines to go in backThames. in time - celebrate the 50s & 60s at the annual Whangamata Beach Hop or take part in Thames Heritage Week. A full list of events can be viewed at www.thecoromandel.com

Karangahake Gorge Tunnel,www.thecoromandel.com Photo: Adam Crouchley KAURI HERITAGE Kauri logging was one of the major industries in early pioneering days of The Coromandel. A lasting reminder of the once-thriving kauri industry are relics of the kauri dams which are visible on various Coromandel walking trails. There are still stands of kauri that were left untouched by the early pioneers and can be seen at relatively short distances from the road. The 6th largest kauri in the country, Tanenui, is growing at Manaia on The Coromandel. In the past 10 years, kauri dieback has killed thousands of kauri in New Zealand. Human activity involving soil movement - such as on footwear, machinery and equipment - is thought to be the leading cause of the disease spreading. Kauri dieback has been detected on The Coromandel, we need everyone to do their bit by cleaning boots before entering forest areas. Look out for the boot-cleaning kiosks that will help stop the disease - officially known as Phytophthora Taxon Agathis or PTA. www.kauridieback.co.nz

309 Kauri Tree THE PINNACLESEVENTS The stunning Kauaerangathroughout Valley, located the upriver Coromandel from Thames Region is one Aof varietyNew Zealand’s of events true are hidden hosted treasures. on the CoromandelOf the many thatpopular reflect historic and celebratewalks in theits diversityfoothills inof athe very valley, fun andthe tastyPinnacles package. walk At rates the Whitiangaas one of ScallopNew Zealand’s Festival, most the delectable popular overnighters, scallop is cooked with anup 80by talentedbed DOC local hut oftenchefs andbooked matched out well with in qualityadvance. live bands and cooking demonstrations. Prefer Thethe sweettrack smellis steeped of petrol? in Kauri Then logging the annual history. battle Remnants of the streets of the in loggingPaeroa daysmight can be morebe seen your on bag. the track and in fact, the track itself follows the old Andpackhorse on the track other that side took of supplies the coast, up witnessto the kauri the bestloggers surfers working in Newand Zealandliving in theat the hills. Billabong Giant kauri Pro stumps,in Whangamata abandoned or see logs, artists kauri in dams residence and old at thetramlines Mercury can Bayalso Artbe seenEscape on forthis thewalk. joy The of highlighta quiet ofone-on-one the trip is thewith last a talentedsection of Coromandel the track which sculptor is a orsteep painter. climb There leading are to endurance the jagged races summit like theof the K2 Pinnacles. Cycle Race, Walkers Colville are Connection rewarded withand magnificentWaihi Nugget panoramic Race and views for thoseof The whoCoromandel. prefer to go back in time - celebrate the 50s & 60s at the annual Whangamata Beach Hop or take part in Thames Heritage Week. A full list of events can be viewed at www.thecoromandel.com

The Pinnacles,www.thecoromandel.com Kauaeranga Valley WWI MEMORIAL FOREST Honouring the fallen

WW1 Memorial Forest groves are being planted around the Coromandel to commemorate the New Zealand soldiers who were killed in the Great War 100 years ago. Pay tribute to one of the fallen, by donating $25 to our WWI Memorial Forest. Your donation will pay for the planting and care of a tree in one of the Memorial Forest sites. You’ll receive a memorial certificate with the soldier’s name and the GPS co-ordinates of the tree. Each forest site represents a battle NZ troops fought in or pays tribute to the men from that area who fell in the war.

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THE MEMORIAL FOREST SITES Cathedral Cove (Hahei) - Gallipoli New Mercury Bay Cemetery - Passchendaele Stella Evered Memorial Coromandel Park, Hahei Town - The Somme Tairua RSA cemetery - the fallen from Tairua- Whitianga Hikuai Pauanui, Tangitarori Lane

- Sinai and Palestine Stella Hahei Evered Whangamata - Le Quesnoy Reserve Thames, Rhodes Park

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THE PINNACLES - KAUAERANGA KAURI TRAIL Aka: The Pinnacles Walk Length: 8 hours round trip 1 Follows the old packhorse track that took supplies up to the kauri loggers working and living in the hills. Giant kauri stumps, abandoned logs, kauri dams and old tramlines can be seen. The highlight is a steep climb to the jagged summit of the pinnacles. Walkers are rewarded with magnificent panoramic views of The Coromandel region.

SQUARE KAURI WALK Length: 20 minutes return Where: Tapu Coroglen Road 2 The 15th largest kauri on the Peninsula is found just west of the Tapu-Coroglen road summit. Estimated to be 1200 years old, this tree has an unusual square-looking shape. The walking track to the tree is short but steep; from the viewing area visitors get good views across to Maumaupaki

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WAIOMU KAURI GROVE Length: 2.5 hours return Where: At the end of Waiomu Valley Road 3 Waiomu, 12.5 kms north of Thames. This track takes visitors to one of the best remaining stands of Kauri on the peninsula, and through luxuriant and diverse forest - from Nikau to tree fern to Kauri. This is another historic walk that takes visitors past mining remnants. Be prepared to cross a number of shallow fords and creeks. Walking The Coromandel Walking

309 KAURI GROVE (Waiau Kauri) Length: 30 minutes return Where: 8km along the 309 Road 4 (Coromandel Town end) A spectacular grove of kauri trees. These Kauris have been protected since before the turn of the century and are truly magnificent. The track is very well formed with footbridges and boardwalks, which take you close to the trees. An excellent walk for tree lovers.

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KAURI BLOCK Length: 2 hours return Where: Next to No. 356 Wharf Rd, 5 Coromandel Town The Department of Conservation’s newest development at Coromandel township is called The Kauri Block. It offers walkers a fantastic panorama of land and sea with a taste of Maori and Pakeha heritage. There is a side track leading to the Pa Site. Walking The Coromandel

MARTHA MINE WAIHI - PIT RIM WALKWAY Length: 4km Where: Seddon Rd, Waihi 6 An easy but spectacular walk when you visit Waihi, is the Pit Rim Walkway. The walk (or ride) begins at the Cornish Pumphouse and rises gently to the edge of the open pit for your first overwhelming peek into the vast chasm. The wide gravel path continues west on an easy grade around to the highest point on the north wall where the view is simply breathtaking. Interpretative signs give interesting facts about Martha Mine as you 30 complete the 4km loop back to the Pumphouse. The Coromandel COROMANDEL COASTAL WALKWAY Length: 3-4 hours one way Where: Tip of The Coromandel, Fletchers Bay 7 to Stony Bay (or reverse) The walk provides great views of the coastline and offshore islands. Join Coromandel Discovery Tours who collect visitors from Coromandel Town, drop them at Fletcher Bay and pick them up at Stony Bay and return them to Coromandel Town. For a guided walk Walking Legends offer the perfect solution. Coromandel Adventure’s, Coastal Walkway trip also includes a sunset tour down the western coastline to finish.

CATHEDRAL COVE Length: 80 minutes return Where: Hahei 8 This is one of the most well known walks on The Coromandel. From Cathedral Cove visitors can access Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve as well as Gemstone Bay, Stingray Bay and Mare’s Leg Cove. A snorkeling trail is located in Gemstone Bay. Cathedral Cove is named because of the natural rock formation. In time, this arch will collapse due to natural forces.

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MOUNT PAKU Length: 30-45 minutes Where: Tirinui Crescent, Tairua 9 A relatively short walk and visitors will be rewarded with spectacular 360-degree views. Displays are placed at the summit identifying parts of the panorama and rich history of the area. The last 10-15 metres are steep.

TAIRUA HISTORY TRAIL Length: 40 minutes return Where: Start at the Information Centre, 10 Main Road Tairua A heritage trail taking in the social and built history of Tairua directs walkers to 20 points of interest in and around Tairua. From the oldest remaining building in Tairua to the site of the oldest human artefact ever found in New Zealand,

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BROKEN HILLS Where: Morrisons Road, which starts from opposite the Pauanui turnoff 11 Broken Hills has a number of walking tracks of varying lengths in beautiful New Zealand bush. There are relics of the gold mining past still in evidence, and these are easily accessible via a network of walking tracks in the area. It was also logged for kauri and only a few patches of unmodified forest remains today. The regenerating forest includes Towai, Manuka, Rewarewa, Fivefinger and Totara. Walking The Coromandel Walking

PAUANUI TRIG WALK Length: 2 ½ hours return Where: Start from the carpark at the end 12 of Pauanui Beach Road A gentle walk through pōhutukawa-dominated coastal forest and occasional small beaches to Cave Bay. From Cave Bay the track climbs up through forest to the trig. An alternative but steeper route to the trig is via the signposted track at the car park. Views of Pauanui town can be seen from the trig.

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As an alternative way of getting there, KARANGAHAKE GORGE OROKAWA BAY WALK BAY OROKAWA WENTWORTH VALLEY OPOUTERE BEACH OPOUTERE each. Continue along a steeper section of the track to a basin at the top of the falls. The falls are in two drops of about 20 metres For details on the walks, refer to the Karangahake Gorge walks map in this section. Lying between Waihi and Paeroa, packed with gold-mining history and many of the old relics of the gold mining days, all accessible through a variety of walks. This area was once the busiest and most lucrative gold mining area in New Zealand. Tip: Goldfields Historic Railway operate a daily service from Waihi. Length: Where: Length: Where:  Length: Where: The track follows an easy grade alongside theThe track follows an easy grade alongside Wentworth River, with two bridged crossings, falls.before climbing to a good view of the This walk takes you to a beautiful Pohutukawa lined beach. There is a 45-minute detour to the 28m high William Wright Falls. Tip: A well formed track, however you may get your feet wet at the start of the walk. A great area for bird watching enthusiasts. At theA great area for bird Harbour Wildlifesouthern end the Wharekawa area for New ZealandRefuge protects a breeding oystercatcher. Start bydotterel and the variable a trackcrossing a wooden footbridge, follow then athrough pine trees, walk along the shore boarded walkway crosses the sandspit. www.thecoromandel.com WALKING THE COROMANDEL THE WALKING

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[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] PARK WHITI FARM KIWI CARE CALL STARGAZERS ASTRONOMY TOURS AND B&B AND B&B ASTRONOMY TOURS STARGAZERS RANGIHAU RANCH GOLDFIELDS RAILWAY BIRDWOOD SPRINGS MINI PUTT BIRDWOOD P E W Visit on dusk and hear kiwi call at one of the best listening spots on the Coromandel. A FRIENDLY ANIMALS and Family friendly prices. Open 7 days, 10am til 4pm. A P E W A Place of Interest and Kiwiana fun for all ages! Explore spectacular dark sky delights with unique stargazing astronomy tour in rotating dome using professional telescope. Luxury B&B onsite. W A P E Enjoy a nostalgic journey from the Gold Town ofEnjoy a nostalgic journey from the Gold and theWaihi to Waikino, the Hauraki Rail Trail Karangahake Gorge. A P W Explore the Coromandel Ranges on horse-back. Pioneering history, bush tracks, open farmland & wonderful views. Ponies for kids & accommodation. W E FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY - 18 Challenging HolesFUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY Open 7 days aset in beautiful surroundings. week. Best in the Country. A P E W A P E

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Other Activities 48 The Coromandel HOMEGROWN CUISINE Homegrown Produce, Restaurants & Cafes With the Pacific Ocean surrounding almost the entire Coromandel, it’s no surprise there’s an abundance of locally grown seafood. Coromandel Town is home to harvests of green lip mussels and oysters, the waters off Whitianga are a perfect bed for scallops, the rocky coastline on the east are a haven for crayfish and the crystal clear waters on both east and west coasts provide ideal conditions for snapper, trevally, gurnard, tarakihi, kahawai and, if you’re really lucky, yellow fin tuna and kingfish. There’s an abundance of restaurants offering numerous cuisines from Pacific Rim to modern New Zealand dishes. Many featuring locally homegrown produce, such as dairy produce, honey, nuts, meat, fruit and vegetables as well as beer and wine. Whatever you’re looking for in your dining experience, The Coromandel has something to suit everyone. I 9 HOT WATER BEACH q HAHE E

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The Coromandel 50 & MKBrewing Co Coromandel Mussel Kitchen www.castlerockcafe.co.nz Mob: 0223912070 P: 078664542 Te Rerenga 1242 WhangapouaRd, www.rapaurawatergardens.co.nz P: 078684821 586 Tapu-Coroglen Rd Castle RockCafé Waiomu BeachCafé at Matatoki The CheeseBarn www.peppertreerestaurant.co.nz P: 078668211 Coromandel Town 31 KapangaRd, & Bar Pepper Tree Restaurant www.musselkitchen.co.nz P: 078667245 Coromandel Town (Cnr SH25/ManaiaRd) 20 The309Rd, 3 Koru atRapaura P: 07-8682554 622A ThamesCoast Rd 2 736 Pollen St,Thames Thames Organic Co-op www.solacafe.co.nz 720b Pollen St,Thames Sola Cafe P: 078686636 636 Pollen St,Thames 636 Steampunk Coffee House www.thejunction.net.nz P: 078686008 The GBD,700Pollen St,Thames Grahamstown Bar&Diner www.cafemelbourne.co.nz P: 078683159 713 Pollen St,Thames The Depot www.omahuvalleycitrus.co.nz P: 078681274 146 OmahuValley Rd,RD4 Omahu Valley Citrus www.cafemelbourne.co.nz P: 078683159 715 Pollen St,Thames Cafe Melbourne www.thecheesebarn.co.nz P: 078681284 Wainui Rd,Matatoki 1

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The Dunes www.piperscafe.co.nz P: 078660774 197 Matarangi Drive, Matarangi www.thechaiteahouse.com 24 WharfRd,Coromandel Town Artisan &Organics UMU Restaurant andCafé www.starandgarter.co.nz P: 078668503 5 KapangaRd,Coromandel Town Coromandel SmokingCo. Company Coromandel Oyster www.corosmoke.co.nz P: 0800327668 70 TikiRd,Coromandel Town Pipers Café@Matarangi Eggsentric Cafe &Restaurant Salt Restaurant &Bar www.lukeskitchen.co.nz P: 078664480 Kuaotunu Village 20 BlackjackRd, Luke’s Kitchen www.thedunes.co.nz P: 0800165777 Matarangi Drive, Matarangi The DunesGolfResort, 4 Chai Tea House www.facebook.com/umucafe P: 078668618 22 WharfRd,Coromandel Star andGarter P: 078668028 Coromandel Town 1611 TikiRd,SH25 www.mercurybayestate.co.nz P: 078664066 761A Purangi Rd,CooksBeach 6 www.wilderland.org.nz SH25, Whitianga-Tairua Wilderland Shop www.thelostspring.co.nz P: 078660456 121A CookDrive, Whitianga & Licenced Café The Lost Spring Restaurant www.salt-whitianga.co.nz P: 078665818 1 BlacksmithLane,Whitianga 5 Mercury Bay Estate www.eggsentriccafe.co.nz P: 078660307 1049 Purangi Rd,FlaxmillBay

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The Bakery Retreat at The Falls Bistro 25 Waitawheta Rd, Waikino Waikino Rd, 25 Waitawheta P: 07 863 8770 www.fallsretreat.co.nz Ohinemuri Winery St, 23 Moresby S37 Karangahake, P: 07 862 8874 www.ohinemuri.co.nz q 101 Bambury Pl, Onemana P: 07 865 7200 www.onemanafood company.co.nz Sixfortysix Cafe Rd, Whangamata 646 Port P: 07 865 6117 www.sixfortysix.co.nz & Wine Bar Restaurant Argo Rd, Whangamata 328 Ocean P: 07 865 7157 www.argorestaurant.co.nz w 242 Main Rd, Tairua Tairua 242 Main Rd, P: 07 864 9974 9 Shop 15, Shopping Centre Pauanui P: 07 864 8094 Miha Restaurant Shop 10, Centre Shopping Pauanui www.thelimeroom.co.nz Company Onemana Food Restaurant The Bakery at Puka Park at Puka Park Pauanui 48 Mount Ave, P: 07 864 8088 www.pukapark.co.nz The Lime Room

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1043 SH25, Whenuakite 1043 SH25, Whenuakite P: 07 866 3830 www.hotwaterbrewingco.com Country Café Colenso & Shop www.thecoromandel.com 228 Main Rd, Tairua 228 Main Rd, Tairua P: 07 864 9050 www.manaiakitchenbar.co.nz 8 The Esplanade, Tairua P: 07 864 9390 www.theoldmillcafetairua.com & Bar Manaia Kitchen 895 SH25, Whenuakite 895 SH25, Whenuakite P: 07 866 3725 www.colensocafe.co.nz 7 Beach Pl, Hot Water 8 Pye P: 07 866 3887 Tavern Coroglen RD1 Rd, 1937 Tairua-Whitianga Whitianga, Coroglen P: 07 866 3809 www.coroglentavern.co.nz Co Brewing Hot Water 7 Grange Rd, Hahei 7 Grange P: 07 866 3354 www.coromandelbrewing company.co.nz 87 Hahei Beach Rd, Hahei 87 Hahei Beach P: 07 866 3797 www.thechurchhahei.co.nz Brewery The Coromandel Macadamias Cove Cathedral Tour Orchard Hahei 335 Lees Rd, P: 07 867 1221 www.cathedralcove macadamias.co.nz Restaurant The Church Homegrown Produce, Restaurants & Cafes Produce, Homegrown HOMEGROWN The Old Mill COROGLEN & WHENUAKITE Café Hot Waves

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The Coromandel 52 tastings availableattheShop10am-3pm,7Days. you visitthebeautifulMacadamiaOrchard.Free A warmwelcomeawaitsyoufromtheteamwhen W E Fresh Coromandel Pacific Oysters... 1/2 shell, Fresh CoromandelPacificOysters...1/2shell, W E P P Coromandel township;enjoyoursunsoaked Multi awardwinningrestaurantintheheartof W E P Check outthewebsiteforopeninghours! travelling Surfer,LukesKitchenisatrueKiwigem. live jamsessions.FromLocalstoFamiliesorthe fired pizzas,freshasseafood,amazingsunsetsand Rustic seasideRestaurantandCafewithwood W E M A A Offering breakfast,lunch&dinner7days. court yardoropenfiresduringwinter. A A Seabreeze Kiwi Holidayparknextdoor. beer food,allcraftedonsite. Playgroundand Sample awardwinningbeers, tastingtrays,and W E P A available localseafood&takeaways.Open7days. pots orwholeshellatfarmgateprices.Also LUKES KITCHEN PEPPER TREERESTAURANT &BAR HOT WATER BREWINGCO. COROMANDEL OYSTER COMPANY CATHEDRAL COVE MACADAMIAS [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

www.cathedralcovemacadamias.co.nz www.thecoromandel.com www.peppertreerestaurant.co.nz www.lukeskitchen.co.nz www.hotwaterbrewingco.com 07 866 8028 07 8668028 07 8671221 07 8668211 1611 SH25,ManaiaRoad,Coromandel 335 LeesRd,Hahei 31 KapangaRd,CoromandelTown 07 8664480 20 BlackjackRoad,Kuaotunu,Whitianga 078663830 1043 StateHighway25,Whenuakite M

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2486 Tairua-Whitianga Rd, SH25, Whitianga 07 866 3848 7 Grange Road, Hahei 07 866 3354 4 Wainui Road, Matatoki, Thames 07 868 1284 761a Purangi Rd, Cooks Beach 07 866 4066 8 Pye Place, Hot Water Beach 8 Pye Place, Hot Water 07 866 3887 www.wilderland.org.nz www.thepourhouse.nz www.thecheesebarn.co.nz www.mercurybayestate.co.nz

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] WILDERLAND ORGANIC SHOP THE POUR HOUSE MATATOKI THE CHEESE BARN AT MERCURY BAY ESTATE WINERY ESTATE MERCURY BAY HOT WAVES CAFE WAVES HOT W Honey, foods, gifts and other creations all made by residents, students and volunteers on our local organic farm and learning centre. A P E The Pour House.. Home of The Coromandel Brewing Company! with a beautiful beer garden. W Cheese Factory, Licensed Cafe, Gifts, Animals. Enjoy wine and award winning cheese in country surroundings on the Hauraki Rail Trail. A P E W Home to The Coromandel’s finest wines. of localWine tasting and sales. Gourmet platters produce. Spectacular views. A P E W A P E Licensed Cafe and Gallery only minutes walk fromLicensed Cafe and Serving delicious homemadeHot Water Beach. options and Allpressfood, Tantalising vegetarian coffee. A P E www.thecoromandel.com Homegrown Produce, Restaurants & Cafes Produce, Homegrown HOMEGROWN

Homegrown 54 The Coromandel TOURS & TRANSPORT The Coromandel is one of New Zealand’s great road trip destinations. A selection of guided tours will give you local insights into the place or you can hire a rental car or camper for those keen on self driving. Getting around The Coromandel in years gone-by was an adventure of twisting, often unsealed, roads flanked by bush-clad, craggy mountains and waterfalls, a roadside stop for rolled icecream and a picnic lunch before the long-anticipated river swim. With much-improved road access nowadays, driving The Coromandel is easier but just as much fun. Why not start your Coromandel experience on the 360 discovery ferry from downtown Auckland? Tour The Coromandel capturing all the highlights to make this a truly memorable trip. Waihi Whitianga Whitianga Whitianga Coromandel Town Coromandel

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[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] WAIHI GOLD MINE TOURS WAIHI FLYSTARK COROMANDEL ADVENTURES COROMANDEL COASTAL CAMPERS COASTAL CATHEDRAL COVE SHUTTLE COVE CATHEDRAL E W To really experience Waihi’s working gold mine, our exclusive “inside the fence” tour is a must do. Tours daily - Groups welcomed - Bookings recommended. A P Fly to and around The Coromandel from anywhere in New Zealand with the best in the Scenic, Charter and Commuter Flight business. W Enjoy the “must do” activities with The Coromandel’s leading tour company. A P E W A P F/P E A P W for hire.Fully equipped, self-contained campervans AirportAffordable daily rates include insurance. transfers available. 3 day hires ex Whitianga. E A M E W Tour Packages ofCustomized Transportation Water Beach. AlsoCathedral Cove & Hot specialising in wedding guests transportation, tailored for up to 150 people.

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The Coromandel 56 ACCOMMODATION throughout The Coromandel Region The Coromandel has a superb range of accommodation from luxury lodges, to intimate B&B’s and holiday homes. Whatever your selection you’ll be sure to meet friendly locals from The Coromandel.

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. Freedom. The Coromandel 6 Waitete Road, Waihi Victoria Street Playground Rocket Park, Waihi BEACH WAIHI Beachhaven Caravan Park 21 Leo Street, Waihi Beach 10 Holiday Park Beach Top Waihi Beach Road, Waihi Beach Bowentown Motor Camp Seaforth Road, Waihi Beach Athenree Hot Springs, Athenree PAEROA Railway Reserve, Belmont Road, Paeroa (alongside public conveniences) OPOUTERE Opoutere Park, Ohui Road, Opoutere WHANGAMATA Public Station T.C.D.C WAIHI Motor Camp Waihi Martyn Road, Whangamata 125 Albert Street, Whitianga Kuaotunu Motor Camp Bluff Rd, Kuaotunu TAIRUA Public Station, Cnr Ocean Beach Rd & Paku Drive PAUANUI Public Station, Pleasant Point at the end of Pleasant Place Glade Motor Camp Vista Paku, Pauanui Mercury Bay Holiday Park

Papa Aroha Public Dump Station Wharf Road, Coromandel Long Bay Motor Camp & Cabins Long Bay Road Shelly Beach Holiday Park Colville Road, Colville WHITIANGA Amodeo Bay, Coromandel Papa Aroha Holiday Park Public Dump Station Transfer Station South Highway, Whitianga Hahei Holiday Resort Hahei Beach, Whitianga Te Puru Holiday Park Te Anglers Lodge Victoria Street, Thames Stuart Moore Motors 100 Bank Street Motor Camp Tapu Tapu, Thames Coast THAMESCOAST THAMES Dickson Park Motor Camp Te Puru, Thames Coast COROMANDEL NGATEA Hugh Hayward Domain SH 2, Ngatea MOTORHOME DUMP STATIONS MOTORHOME PUKOROKORO/MIRANDA Miranda Holiday Park Coast Road, Pukorokoro/Miranda camping in certified self-contained vehicles is provided for at more than 30 self-contained vehicles is camping in certified locations throughout. Unfortunately The Coromandel self-contained non Council administered public from staying overnight on vehicles are prohibited find out more about where roads and car parks. To places such as reserves, one of our friendly i-SITE Visitor Centres orto camp overnight please call into local Information Centre. Gorge are home to some of theThe Kauaeranga Valley and Karangahake Coromandel. DOC run tramping tracks on The greatest expanse of walking and Valley as well as a camp at Dickey Flateight campgrounds in the Kauaeranga Daly’s Clearing Hut in the Waitawheta Valley. in the Karangahake Gorge and at and rememberYou’ll need to be self-sufficient cash for your to take it’s open. at the visitor centre when registration envelope or pay refer to For a list of commercial operators parks section or the holiday at www.thecoromandel.com. online We welcome responsible freedom campers to campers freedom responsible welcome We CAMPING www.thecoromandel.com throughout The Coromandel The Coromandel Regionthroughout CAMPING & DUMP STATIONS DUMP & CAMPING

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Find your beachfront paradise in our 6.8ha parklands with lush gardens, trees, and lovely birdlife. We oer tent and powered campervan sites, and & Campgrounds Parks Holiday a large range of classic and premium beachfront villa accommodation to suit the budget of every 59 holiday-maker. Explore Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, fun family attractions, our marine reserve, nature walks, diving, kayaking, fishing, vineyards and breweries, art studios and excellent dining. Hahei.com 0800 2 Hahei Accommodation

41 Harsant Ave, Hahei Beach (07) 866 3889 Coromandel Peninsula [email protected]

www.thecoromandel.com Hahei Whitianga Whitianga Whitianga Flaxmill Bay

1031 Purangi Road, Flaxmill Bay 07 866 2386 14 Bryce Street, Whitianga 07 867 1517 9 Grange Road, Hahei 07 866 3992 12 Albert St, Whitianga 07 866 4663 46 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga 46 Buffalo Beach Road, 07 866 5380 www.flaxmill.co.nz www.turtlecove.co.nz www.tatahilodge.co.nz www.cats-pyjamas.co.nz www.coromandelbackpackers.com

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] FLAXMILL BACKPACKER TURTLECOVE BACKPACKERS TATAHI PYJAMAS BACKPACKERS CAT’S ON THE BEACH BACKPACKERS ON THE BEACH Flaxmill offers a peaceful, seaside location near Cooks Beach and only 10-15 minutes drive to Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach. Stay in our family-friendly campground with generous sized sites or in our quality self-contained holiday houses and cottages. RV/Motorhomes welcome. W Clean relaxed Hostel with a variety of bed options at affordable prices FREE breakfast and Free unlimited wifi included. A P E W A P E W Boutique Backpackers Lodge set in beautiful gardens. Dorm and double rooms. WIFI, BBQ’s, free spades. Close to Cathedral Cove and beach. A P E W andGreat location only 100m to beach,ferry,shops Hot Waterentertainment. Within easy access to Beach and Cathedral Cove. Wifi. A P E Situated on Buffalo Beach with beautiful oceanSituated on Buffalo boogie boards, fishing lines.views. Free Kayaks, beMountain Bikes for hire. All activities can Beacharranged including trips to Hot Water the gate.and Cathedral Cove. All buses stop at Beds from $23. W A P E www.thecoromandel.com Backpackers, Holiday Parks & Campgrounds Parks Backpackers, Holiday ACCOMMODATION

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COROMANDEL TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK Coromandel A 636 Rings Road, Coromandel P 07 866 8830 F/P 0800 26 76 46 E [email protected] W www.coromandeltop10.co.nz Walk to Restaurants and Cafes. A wonderful choice of roofed accommodation and sites set within a beautifully maintained park.

HAHEI HOLIDAY RESORT (See our ad page 61) Hahei A 41 Harsant Ave, Hahei Beach P 07 866 3889 F/P 0800 24 24 34 E [email protected] W www.hahei.com Affordable accommodation. Cosy classic cabins, backpackers’ Lodge, premium Villas/Bungalows/ Studios, tent & campervan sites/amenities.

HOT WATER BEACH TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK A 790 Hot Water Beach Rd, Hot Water Beach P 07 866 3116 F/P 0800 24 68 23

E [email protected] & Campgrounds Parks Holiday W www.hotwaterbeachtop10.co.nz Offering accommodation from self-contained units to campsites. Situated 700m from the beach. 61

MERCURY BAY HOLIDAY PARK Whitianga A 121 Albert Street, Whitianga P 07 866 5579 E [email protected] W www.mercurybayholidaypark.co.nz A variety of accommodation and generous sized powered campsites. Located in the heart of

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MIRANDA HOLIDAY PARK Pukorokoro/Miranda A 595 Front Miranda Rd, Waitakaruru P 07 867 3205 F/P 0800 833 144 E [email protected] W www.mirandaholidaypark.co.nz Accommodation for all budgets which includes the hot mineral pool. New onsite Volley Ball, Mini Putt, Frisby Golf, BMX track and skateboard ramp.

WHANGAPOUA HOLIDAY PARK Whangapoua A 1266 Whangapoua Road, Te Rerenga P 07 866 5215 M 021 074 1851 E [email protected] W www.whangapouaholidaypark.co.nz A quintessential holiday park offering cabins/ camping just minutes from Whangapoua Beach and close to world renowned New Chum Beach.

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0274 361 729 1 Golf Road, Whitianga 07 866 2860 20 Ridge Road, Tairua 8088 S/H 26 , Hikutaia , RD 4, Paeroa 07 862 4710 244 Cook Drive, Whitianga 07 866 0568 265 Kapanga Rd, Coromandel Town265 Kapanga Rd, Coromandel 07 866 8803 M www.whitiangabedandbreakfast.co.nz www.sunlover.co.nz www.corbetthouse.co.nz www.andreasbnb.co.nz www.coromandelapartments.co.nz 027 848 1612

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] WHITIANGA B&B RETREAT SUNLOVER CORBETT HOUSE B & B CORBETT BED & BREAKFAST ANDREA’S APARTMENTS COROMANDEL W Only 3kms to town & 50m to the golf course, we look forward to making your stay an enjoyable one. A P E W Feel the warmth and take in the view the moment you step through the door of Sunlover Retreat. E Bed and Breakfast at our historic home located A M W in the rural village of Hikutaia. We have two lovely, modern comfortable ensuiteWe have two lovely, modern comfortable rooms with own entrance in a quiet cul-de-sac. Free wifi available. A P E W A P E A P Absolute beachfront, 2 bedroom luxury apartment.Absolute beachfront, available in township and atFive other apartments beach. Experience the real Coromandel. W E Holiday Homes & Bed Breakfast & Homes Holiday ACCOMMODATION

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TheHoliday Coromandel Homes & Bed & Breakfast 6262 www.thecoromandel.com appointment. We specialise in weddings & functions. appointment. Wespecialiseinweddings&functions. bar, restaurantandamassagetherapistby help yourelaxandunwind.Wehaveon-siteacafe, Designed withyourcomfortinmind,chaletwill blend beautifullyintothenaturalsurroundings. for yourenjoyment.Ourwellappointedchalets areas andseparatebedrooms.Wehave4bushspas Our stylishchaletshavefullkitchens,spaciousliving W E P atop amajesticridgeoverlookingtheunique friendly lodge,steepedinluxuryandserenityset Welcome toManawaRidgeLuxuryLodge,aneco W E P drive toCathedralCoveandHotWaterBeach. adjacent toFlaxmillBaybeach.Only10-15minutes accommodation, nestledwithinpark-likegrounds 1-bedroom Cottagesofferqualityself-contained Flaxmill’s boutique3-bedroomHousesand W E P A luxury andromancethatpermeateseverysuite. feel relaxedandatease,pamperedamidstthe This privateluxuryaccommodationwillmakeyou natural beautyofTheCoromandel. A Bay’s highlights. A peaceful,convenientbasetoexploreMercury A MANAWA RIDGE FLAXMILL TANGIARO KIWIRETREAT [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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ADMIRALTY LODGE Whitianga A 69 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga P 07 866 0181 F/P 0508 236 472 E [email protected] W www.admiraltylodge.co.nz Superbly located just across the road from Buffalo Beach this is Whitianga’s premier self contained 5 Star motel. Enjoy the view of beautiful Mercury Bay and Buffalo Beach from the comfort of your room. Free Wi-Fi, heated pool.

Accommodation ALBERT NUMBER 6 Whitianga A 6 Albert Street, Whitianga P 07 866 0036 E [email protected] W www.albertnumber6.co.nz Attractive, comfortable motel with great hospitality, situated in the main street of Whitianga and within a minutes walk of the beach. A light breakfast is included in the price. Within easy access to Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove. 64 Motels BEACHSIDE RESORT WHITIANGA Whitianga A 20 Eyre Street, Whitianga P 07 867 1356 F/P 0800 COROMANDEL (267 662) E [email protected] W www.beachsideresort.co.nz Beachside Resort offers 1 & 2 bedroom self- contained motel style apartments at competitive rates. Ocean views, private balconies, heated pool, tennis court and only a few minutes walk to town, shops and restaurants. Walk through to the famous “The Lost Spring”.

BREAKERS MOTEL Whangamata A 324 Hetherington Rd, Whangamata P 07 865 8464 F/P 0800 865 8464 E [email protected] W www.breakersmotel.co.nz Family owned and operated Breakers offers their guests that personal attention. The self contained units range from two bedroom family units to the spacious studio units for two. Renowned for its private spas on the decks, adds to the luxury. A large swimming pool, and playground will entertain the whole family.

www.thecoromandel.com deluxe lodgecabinwithprivateswimmingpool. 2-bedroom lodgewhichsleepsupto21anda Harbour. Wehave6self-containedcottages,a cottages offerspectacularviewsofTeKouma Set on4.5hectaresofcoastal/rurallandallour W E P Self cateringmotel/apartmentsandstudiossetin W E P Reception 50metresdowndrive. Full apartmentsatMotelprices. playground andprivateentrytoTheLostSpring. breakfasts, freeparking,heatedpool,tenniscourt, Featuring; waterviews,freewifi,room-service offers self-containedandservicedapartments. centrally locatedandacrossfromBuffaloBeach Oceans Resort,amodern4.5starcomplex, W E P people. 6 onebedroomcabins,eachcateringfor A and more. Sky TVWifi,freespades,BBQ’s,beachtowels restaurants. ShortdrivetoHotWaterbeach. close toHaheibeach,CathedralCove,cafesand 2 acresofsubtropicalgardens.Unrivalledlocation A A wood-fires forwinter. free wifi,privatebalconies,onsite restaurant, Featuring: queenbedrooms, ensuitebathrooms, Beach, CathedralCoveandHotWaterBeach. gardens. MinutesfromthepinksandsofHahei acres oflushnativebushandsemi-tropical Eleven woodencottagesscatteredthrough1.5 W E P A TATAHI LODGEBEACHRESORT OCEANS RESORTWHITIANGA THE CHURCHACCOMMODATION TE KOUMA HARBOURCOTTAGES [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

www.tekoumacottages.co.nz www.tatahilodge.co.nz www.oceansresort.co.nz www.thechurchhahei.co.nz 07 8668747F/P 07 8663992 07 8695222 Coromandel 1159D StHighway25,ManiaRoad, 9 GrangeRoad,Hahei 18 EyreStreet,Whitianga 07 8663533 87 HaheiBeachRoad,Hahei,Whitianga 0800 777027 ACCOMMODATION

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0800 24 24 34 0800 42 08 68 F/P 18 Eames Crescent, Te Mata Bay 07 868 4834 174 Vista Paku, Pauanui 07 864 8086 [email protected] 41 Harsant Ave, Hahei Beach 07 866 3889 F/P 113 Buffalo Beach Rd, Whitianga 113 Buffalo Beach 07 866 5637 www.tematalodge.co.nz www.pauanuipines.co.nz www.hahei.com www.beachfrontresort.co.nz

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