Things To Do in Tairua & Pauanui
FISHING DIVING KAYAKING
Scuba Diving @ the Aldermen Islands, King Fishing, Glass Bottom Kayaks
Tairua Dive & Fishinn
 Visit the little Yellow Shop beneath Paku Mountain. 
The only Established shop front offering professional family friendly charters in both Fishing, Diving and Kayaking. Plus many other fun activities such as Teen Dive Camp on Slipper Island, Corporate Days, Fundraisers, Scallop & Cray Diving, Kayak Adventures just to name a few.
Tairua Dive & Fishinn have two Certified Commercial Boats that are fully equipt with on board toilets, comfortable seating both under and in  cabin. Both Boats have all relevant safety equipment including comfortable Life Jackets for all on board.
Scuba Diver is Serveyed for 12 people. And the Island Cat is serveyed for 14 people. (the Cat is also wheel chair friendly) Pending on the Charter to the number of passengers. For example Diving 4 to 8 people is comfortable on Scuba Diver and Fishing on Island Cat 2 to 7 people makes a fun group. Comfort Safelty and having a good time by all is our main goal. Sight seeing or just Ferry trips to Slipper Island larger groups.
 You design your type of adventure.. and We'll try our best to make it work for you.
Call the shop on
FREE CALL 0800 348 382. 
Speak to Linda or Tony (the old sea dog himself) and they will tailor a trip just for you.
We run daily weather permitting. Departures are from our Wharf near the "Little Yellow Shop" or we can offer Pickups from Paku Wharf, Tairua Town Wharf or Pauanui Wharf. 
Affordable "Accommodation" is available for the Romantic Couple or Diving or Fishing parties up to 10 People in our Holiday Bache in Pauanui.. Or you can choose from a number of quality Accommodation listed on our Accommodation Page.
For Bookings Ring The Shop: 0800 348 382 or Email us at 
First Marlin of the Season Catch by Gaza
Tairua-Pauanui Sports Fishing Club
 Tairua is home to the millennium marlin and many other memorable game-fish trophies adorn the clubs walls.
The eastern seaboard of Coromandel Peninsula affords a bountiful choice for seafarers, including the amazing Alderman islands, for fishing, diving or just pleasure boating.
The fishing clubrooms are ideally situated opposite the main wharf and provide a great meeting place for relaxing after a day at sea, with a cold drink and a light meal. (Meals are available over the holiday season.)
The club is also a great source for gathering information regarding the harbour and surrounding areas from colourful characters offering convivial local banter which usually includes many a fishy tale.
BOOKINGS PH: 07 864 8361
Day Spa's - Tairua Day Spa
 If in Tairua treat yourself to a relaxing Day at the Sea Escape Day Spa.
Located at Shop 2, 227 Main Road.
Lisa will personally pamper your every need. So you can real get into that holiday mode.
For Bookings call Lisa: 07 864 7455 or
www.seaescape.co.nz
Email Lisa on 
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Fun on the Water
Tairua has water on three sides. The estuary and the harbour for calm water activities; small boats, sailing, kayaking, windsurfing etc. The ocean beach is great for body boarding, surfing, beach fishing, rest and relaxation.
Pleasant Walks Around Tairua
There are several walking paths around Tairua township. For spectacular views of the town and harbour try the short walk up to the Gazebo or the track from the carpark to the summit of Paku. 
North of the town there’s the Twin Kauri Track and the interesting beach walk along Te Karo Bay to the old sailors grave dating from 1842.
To the south the Puketui Valley has interesting gold rush history, the DOC Broken Hills campsite and a network of spectacular walking tracks but take care and be prepared, it’s easy to get lost!
Contact Us either by FREE CALL 0800 8348 382 or Email us on
for bookings or any info on these things to do.
 Tairua’s spectacular landmark, Paku Mountain was once an island at the harbour entrance but today it’s joined to the mainland by a narrow strip of land. Tairua is Tourism based. The town centre looks after all the needs of the Holidaymaker: Tourist Information Centre, Diving and Fishing, Kayaking, Accommodation, Shopping, Art Gallery, Beauticians, Gym, Golf Club, Library, Hire services, Holiday supplies, Garage & Car repairs AA Road side assit base for the Coromandel, Police Station and Doctor surgeries etc.
Things to do include: Golf, Horse Riding, Boating, Tennis, Diving & Fishing, Bowls and Croquet.
Check out our List of Cafes and Restaurants on our "Dinning Out Page". And please remember to link through to the dinning out page to rate your dinning experience with one of Tairua's or Pauanui's famous world class Restaurants.
THIS WEEKS HOTTEST COROMANDEL ACTIVITIES ARE:
Go Fishing with Tony"
Click on this picture for more information on Fishing Charters out of Tairua Coromandel
Have a go at "Underwater Photography" at the Aldermen Islands
Click on this picture to find out more about Tairua Dive & Fishinn Specialty Courses.
Digital Underwater Photography Is one of the fun Specialty Courses available this year. Call 0800348382 to book in NOW
Explore your artistic side, Graphiti, "Paint Ball" your mates Pauanui Paintball . . . the
Ultimate Paintball Experience
Stag Parties
Corporate Groups
Birthday Parties
Team Parties
and anyone else who wants to
have a whole lot of fun!
Pauanui Paintball is available 7 days a
week (with a booking).
Call: Matt 021 703 484 or Lamby 021
141 4298
Wall Climbing, Trek through the ranges, balance on rope bridges and explore glow worms @ night.
 Wincorp Adventures Ltd has over fourteen years
experience working within the corporate sector.
Groups of a minimum of 6 and up to 100
people can utilise the venue at any one time.
The course is designed for a wide age group of
people and all walks of life. We've had 5 year
olds, 74 year olds and everything in between!
Wincorp Adventures' tranquil venue has a
unique course nestled in gorgeous bush set
against a background of stunning, craggy
volcanic mountain ranges.
As you wander beside the mountain
stream you will see how spectacular the forest can be at night.
Also view the Milky Way, Southern Cross, shooting stars and more
on a clear night.
As an optional extra we can do bubbly, desert and candles in the
forest which is a fantastic experience and very unique.
Call Sharon +64 7 864 8731
Damian: 021 962 274
Sharon: 027 498 2509
adventures@coromandel.co.nz
Play a round of Golf and relax at the Club.
COROMANDEL EVENTS GUIDE CARE OF TOURISM COROMANDELhttp://www.thecoromandel.com/events.html
june
2010
Whitianga Garage Sale |
5 June 2010 |
Great fun and Great
deals! Come for the weekend and enjoy the local beauty and
cuisine.
In 2010 our goal is to have
50+ homes participating in
the town Garage Sale.
Participants register and their location is displayed on a
map published in The lnformer, the week of the event.
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5 June 2010 |
| Where: |
Throughout
Whitianga Town |
| Contact:
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july 2010
Just 4 Kids Festival |
9 - 11 July 2010 |
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'Where Creative And Active Minds Go Wild'
We are excited to be bringing you the
first ever 'Just 4 Kids Festival'. That's
right... a three-day festival for all children aged between 2 and 12
years and their families. We've got loads of activities, workshops,
entertainment, games and competitions, all under the one roof.
'Just 4 Kids' provides alternative and
affordable options for children during their holiday, while encouraging
child parent interaction.
'Just 4 Kids' aims to educate parents on
healthy eating and the importance of exercise for children.
Tickets on sale 1
March 2010 from iTicket - Get yours today!
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| Held
Next: |
9, 10, 11 July 2010 |
| Where: |
Whangamata
Memorial Hall |
| Website: |
www.just4kids.co.nz |
| Contact:
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Megan Etherington |
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august 2010
| Ohinemuri Jazz Festival |
21 Aug 2010 |
Carnival atmosphere, with music playing in
various venues throuughout the town. Dancing, street theatre, games,
demonstrations, - lots and lots of fun for the whole family. Tickets $20
and available at venues or through Anne 07 8626999. Ticket provides
entry to all venues
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| Held
Next: |
21
August 2010 |
| Where: |
Paeroa |
| Contact:
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Anne
07 862 6999 |
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Cycle for Life Challenge
| TBA Aug 2010 |
Cycle For Life is a
multi-team 24-hour spin cycle challenge raising funds to support the
work of oncologist Michael Jameson at Waikato Hospital
This year, Cycle For Life will be held at the Thames War
Memorial Civic Centre
The same community focus, taken to
a whole new level. This is our event, raising funds for Cancer Research
inour Community.
  
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| Held
Next: |
TBA
August 2010 |
| Where: |
Thames
War Memorial Civic Centre |
| Contact:
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Lisa
Stent 07 868 8540 |
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| Whitianga Scallop Festival |
28 August 2010 |
 Pure indulgence!
A weekend long celebration of Coromandel
seafood and cuisine.
Tickets go on sale 01 May for the festival marquee which
will be located on the Marina Reserve between 10am and 5pm Saturday.
Over 60 food and wine stalls, cooking demo’s, loads of competitions and
great entertainment! On Friday and Saturday nights Whitianga’s
restaurants and café’s will be cooking up a storm and hosting some great
entertainment too.
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| Held
Next: |
28 August
2010 |
| Where: |
Whitianga |
| Website: |
www.scallopfestival.co.nz |
| Contact:
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events@thecoromandel.com |
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| Coromandel Classic
Multisport |
27-29 Aug 2010 |
 Two day mutlisport event
A two-day multisport challenge traversing
both coasts of the central Coromandel, including mountain and road
biking, trail running and kayaking. From weekend warriors to some of New
Zealands top athletes can be seen slogging it out against the backdrop
of the Coromandel ranges. The course can be shared by teams of up to
four people or for the very keen (or insane….) – take on the whole
course yourself!
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| Held
Next: |
27- 29
August 2010 |
| Where: |
Thames
(overnight in Tairua) |
| Website: |
www.coromandelclassic.co.nz
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| Contact:
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jill@mediaunlimited.co.nz |
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| Whangamata Spinners &
Weavers Exchange |
27-29 Aug 2010 |
Learning
Exchange Weekend.
You are invited to come to a fun weekend in
Whangamata and share your skill with others including tutors and
trades-people.
Registrations are now open for this years exchange.
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| Held
Next: |
27- 29
August 2010 |
| Where: |
Whangamata
Memorial Hall, Whangamata |
| Contact:
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Ann McCaw
aimccaw@xtra.co.nz
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