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 Lauren our Office Manager 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 Email Lisa on 
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Whitianga Day Spa
The hot waters at Taputapuatea were well known to Maori and he hoped many people would benefit from their cleansing and healing.
 The Lost Spring is a unique thermal hot water and spa experience located on New Zealand’s Pacific coast. With its sculpted pools, soothing waterfalls, and smoking volcano, the Lost Spring offers more than simply a swim in hot water. The smooth rocks, hidden gemstones, and dense foliage blend with the geothermal spring to tell a New Zealand story, the story of the birth of the Coromandel Peninsula.
Relax in one of the pools flowing with crystal clear water from a well 644 meters below the earth’s surface.
Revitalize in the day spa where a variety of healing treatments are offered in an exquisite setting. Explore the remarkable grounds planted with lush native New Zealand bush and tropical plants.
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 ACTIVITY
March 6th 2010. The Whitianga Air Show.
 For more information on the Air Show or the Mercury Bay Aero Club... click on links below.
http://www.mbac.co.nz/
http://events.stuff.co.nz/2010/mar/whitianga/mercury-bay-shell-2010-airshow
March 7th 2010. The International Golf Test Match
Australia v New Zealand
 
12 Leading Players from each country including:
Sir Bob Charles * Simon Owen * Stuart Reese * Wayne Grady * Rodger Davis * Bob Shearer
Contact The Resort on: +64 (0)7 864 9999 or
http://www.lakesresort.com/
COROMANDEL EVENTS GUIDE CARE OF TOURISM COROMANDEL
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The weekends in March will see Pauanui come alive.
With an array of activities from an international golf test match to glow worm tours, paintball brawls, target shooting tournaments, poker tournament and the jazz picnic . Get your teams together, register and head down to Pauanui for a weekend of fantastic experiences and loads of fun.
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Every weekend in March 6-7 / 13-14 / 20-21 / 27-28 |
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Pauanui Beach |
| Program Link : |
PDF of Program |
| Contact: |
Ingrid
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This year's Children's Day is Sunday 7 March 2010 and the theme is "Praise and Encouragement".
New Zealand's Children's Day is a national, non-commercial day to celebrate how special and important our children are. There will be free activities and entertainment, don't forget your picnic lunch and sunscreen
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7th March |
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Thames |
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www.childrensday.org.nz |
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capsthames@capshauraki.co.nz
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 An arts trail set in NZ's most stunning location!
The volcanic, beautiful but remote Coromandel Peninsula, long a destination for outdoor enthusiasts intent on hiking, fishing, and bathing, has also attracted a population of permanent and part-time residents; musicians, sculptors, painters and crafts folk, whose life-style and products expand the region's attractions.
Participatimg artists: Airdrie Hamilton Alan Rhodes Annie Sandano Art People Betty Collings Bill Cummings Billie Mallet Bruno Gaebler Clare Elliot Claire Grover Dave Fowell Diana Morcom Eggsentric Cafe Frans van Hoppe Gary Burrett Gary Nevin George Baloghy Gian McGregor Ian Webster Jill Cameron Jules Worthington Julie Burns-Nevin Linda Vugler Lutz Gaebler Manaia Gallery Margaret Ivory Martin Jakowitsch Meg Auth Michael Smither Paula McNeill Rachel Olsen Susan Dunster Try Fluke
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Feb 26th, 27th, 28th and again on the March 5th, 6th, 7th |
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Coromandel Peninsula |
| Website: |
www.mercurybayartescape.com |
| Contact: |
eggsentric@xtra.co.nz
Concert morcom@xtra.co.nz,
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 70km of MTB ecstasy!
If the hills don't take your breath away the views surely will! This would have to be one of New Zealand's most stunning Mountain Bike races. Starting in Colville, the race takes you over the Whangapoua hill onto the dramatic coastline of the north eastern Coromandel. Riders then round the remote northern tip of the Coromandel via a dedicated MTB track across DoC land. On your vertical climb to 500m along the way catch awesome views of Great Barrier Island. A couple more hills need to be tackled before returning down the coast road to Colville through unspoilt coastline. There is also a shorter 24km track for those who want an introduction to the area. Get along and find out why the Coromandel is a haven for adrenaline seeking MTBers. Check out the webvideo
The event will feature three rides again, all based at Colville School
72 km Kona Colville Connection – marathon circumnavigation of the northern tip of the peninsula
40 km Ground Effect Get on Yer Bike – no prisoners taken rugged ride for off-road diehards
24km Jungle Safari – shorter ride crossing the peninsula to Waikawau Beach and back |
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| Held Next: |
Saturday 13th March 2010 |
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Colville |
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www.colvilleconnection.co.nz | |
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 Dates have now been confirmed for the 2010 Hyundai Pro Longboard tour.
The Pro Tour will travel to Mt Maunganui, Whangarei, Dunedin andPort Waikato with the national champs planned for Whangamata.
Stay tuned for more info or check out the website
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6 - 7 March 2010 |
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Whangamata |
| Website: |
www.surf.co.nz | |
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A week of old fashion fun for all the family!
Focusing on yesteryear with a lineup of events for everyone. With over 20 heritage themed events ranging from the heritage film festival to fashion through the Decades, old fashion trolley derby races, a heritage golf Tournament, heritage homes and gardens tours, cafe crawl as well as the heritage fair and much more.
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| Website: |
www.thamesheritage.co.nz |
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6 - 14 March 2010 |
| Where: |
Thames |
| Contact: |
Marilyn Dodds or 07 8682427 | |
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| Sample boutique wines, specialty beers and tasty foods while listening to live music from "Left Field". Browse the art & craft stalls and watch 'artists at work' sculpting, carving. weaving and more. Miniature horses, rides & games for the kids. Come along to Paeroa for a great day out! |
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20 March 2010 |
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Paeroa Domain |
| Website: |
www.paeroa.org.nz |
| Contact: |
Posative Paeroa | |
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The NZ Angling & Casting Association (Inc), which is the national parent body for recreational fishing clubs whose main interest is in shore and small boat fishing and in the sport of casting, is planning to hold their Annual National Championships in Coromandel Town. After a very successful 2009 national championship, the incorporation is pleased to announce their return. |
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17-20 March 2010 |
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Coromandel Town |
| Contact: |
Graeme Dawber, nzaca@xtra.co.nz | |
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 The Air Safari flies into Whitianga on Tuesday 23rd March 2010, for dinner & an overnight stay hosted by the Mercury Bay Aero Club.
The Air Safari starts on Tuesday the 23rd March 2010 from Ardmore Aerodrome, weaving its way through New Zealand, finishing on 1st April 2010 at Queenstown.
Up to 75 Aircraft will be flying in this great adventure with over 220 entrants. Join everyone at the Whitianga Aerodrome, our Charity Partner, Life Flight Trust Air Ambulance will have personnel there, meet the pilots, view the aeroplanes & helicopters & enjoy the spirit of the Air Safari.
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23 - 24 March 2010 |
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Whitianga Aerodrome |
| Contact: |
karen Groome Karen.groome@xtra.co.nz
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Rock N Roll Festival.
The Whangamata Beach Hop is a celebration of the 50's and 60's which attracts between 40,000 and 80,000 people each year.
The highlight of the festival is over 1200 beautifully restored hot rods and classic cars, which take part in a grand parade, and other cruises to beaches up the coastline. There's also Rock n Roll bands from New Zealand and Australia and dancing/competitions in a street festival and various venues throughout the weekend.
A range of other family related activities like a drive in movie, Low Brow art competition, Nostalgia Golf tournament, 60's style longboard competition, and the ever popular Hop Idol and a Nostalgia fair.The result is a colourful extravaganza showcasing rock n roll culture, set against the back drop of one of New Zealands iconic seaside towns, and unparalleled anywhere in New Zealand. Most importantly, the festival is a community event, with all proceeds going towards the various Water Safety organisations which support the seaside town.
Waihi's Beach Hop warm up party - 24th March 2010
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24-28 March 2010 |
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Whangamata |
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www.beachhop.co.nz | |
 The Thames Go Girl Triathlon is a fun event for women aged 13 and older consisting of a 275m swim, 10km ride, 2.8km run or 2km walk. The thrust of the event is getting women who are not into exercising off the couch and onto the road.
So it’s about encouraging and inspiring and it has had a big impact on many of the women who have got involved. All proceeds from the event will go to cancer research at Waikato Hospital. |
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28 March 2010 |
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Thames Gym |
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Thames South School |
| Contact: |
Lisa Stent PH 07 868 8540; Email: thamesgym@xtra.co.nz | |
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Thames Valley 4WD club will host round six of the National 4X4 Series.
4X4 Trials is a sport which tests the ability of the team of man and machine. The driver and navigator have to negotiate a series of hazards in their 4WD vehicle, along with other competitors. Six or more Trials are held each season, these each have approximately 35 hazards and attract large crowds of spectators, media, competitors, health professionals, team supporters and sponsors.
A great family day not to be missed |
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10 April 2010 |
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Thames |
| website: |
www.4x4trials.co.nz | |
A family weekend with plenty of entertainment around wings, wheels and weights. NZ Offshore Power Boat Race, Speedway, Jet Ski Races, Helicopters, Motor Cycle Stunts, Classic & Luxury Cars parade and display. Whitianga Enjoy! |
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10 - 11 April 2010 |
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Whitianga Township and surrounding areas. |
| Web: |
www.whitiangafos.com |
| Contact: |
8660164 Tracey or Peter; Email: tracey@hoppers.co.nz | |
125km Bike Ride.
Lots of great spot prizes to be won, with cash prizes for the Elite Race. Open to anyone with a bike!
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TBA |
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Hamilton to Whangamata |
| website: |
www.wakaroc.co.nz |
| Contact: |
Stephen Cox 07 843 6215 or email coxcycling@xtra.co.nz | |
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 The Echo Walking Festival is about experiencing the fantastic walks that the Southern Coromandel and Kaimai Ranges have to offer.
People are encouraged to explore these hidden gems with a programme of walks that showcase historic gold mining trails, stunning scenery and native flora and fauna.
In addition to the guided walks, each town has many more "freedom walks".
To register for any of the walks, please contact Information Centres in Katikati, Waihi, Paeroa or Te Aroha. Or pick up your copy of the Echo Walking Festival Brochure that outlines the details of each walk. This can be found at each town’s Information Centre’s or www.sportwaikato.org.nz |
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10 - 18 April 2010 |
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Southern Coromandel & Kaimai Ranges |
| Website: |
www.echowalkfest.org.nz |
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Echo Festival (07) 867 9083 or email enquiries@paeroa.org.nz | |
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New Zealands second biggest fishing contest.
The 2010 Competition will again be held during Anzac week, April 22, 23, 24, 2010 with the briefing on Wednesday 6.30pm, April 21.
Checkout the website for more details. |
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22 - 24 April 2010 |
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Patukirikiri Reserve (Jacks Point) Coromandel Town |
| Website: |
www.kingsofthecoromandel.co.nz |
| Contact: |
Echo Festival (07) 867 9083 or email enquiries@paeroa.org.nz | |
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 Held as part of the five event Anaconda Adventure Race International Series, this new event for New Zealand brings you all that is great about being outdoors + active and rolls it into an event that everyone can be part of.
Taking place in and around the iconic township to Waihi at the base of the Coromandel Peninsula, the Anaconda Adventure Race New Zealand (AARNZ) will take you on an unforgettable adventure from the coast at Waihi Beach to the rim of the mighty Martha Mine and our spectacular finish line in central Waihi. Along the way you will run along remote rocky coastlines, along cliff tops and down hidden beaches; mountain bike along rolling single track and quaint country roads; paddle on a scenic inland waterway and swimming in one of the most picturesque bays imaginable.
Combine all this with an adventure expo with plenty of kids entertainment, sponsors stands, race commentary, event bar, food and more all at the Adventure Expo in Waihi and you are set for an awesome weekend. This is one hell of an event.
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24 April 2010 |
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Waihi |
| Website: |
www.anacondaadventurerace.co.nz |
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Aaron Carter 09 4463205 or aaronc@totalsport.co.nz | |
 Explore a hidden art trail in fantastic surroundings!
Coromandel Town on the Coromandel Peninsula at first glance seems a quaint but sleepy little town. Tucked away in studios all over town are artists, many who have traveled from other countries to live and work in its stunning scenery and to be part of its creative community. However, they are planning to show themselves for the Great Coromandel Arts Tour, which will run for nine days .
This will be the opportunity for visitors to see artists at work, and purchase artwork direct from a whole range of artists whose studios may not otherwise be open to the public. This will be a well co-ordinated event: new work from established (i.e., Barry Brickell) and emerging artists, guaranteed opening times for the studios, clear signage (in the form of that local icon the mussel buoy) and good directions to the individual studio locations. The art ranges from pottery, sculpture, clothing and accessories, wood carving, doll making, textiles, ironwork, painting, print-making and jewellery.
Music, poetry readings and theatre/multi media events also featured throughout the tour dates. A combined map/brochure/ticket cost$12, and has photos and descriptions of each artists's work, as well as the locations of their studios and contact information. Details of evening events will also be included.
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April 30th - May 2nd | May 7 - 9 | May 14 - 16 Over three weekends |
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Coromandel Town to Colville |
| Webite: |
www.coromandelartstour.org.nz |
| Contact: |
info@coromandelartstour.org.nz | |
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 Brush off those old gum boots, grab the tractor and head for Hahei beaches famous Tractor bash- Bring the whole family.
This is your big moment to parade the family heirloom around the streets of Hahei showing off to the thousands of like minded tractor nuts.
Don`t miss the event of the year-Register Your tractor now!
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2 May 2010 |
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Hahei Beach, Hahei |
| Contact: |
pkharrison@xtra.co.nz | |
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Savour the best of food, wine and music!
A huge celebration leading into Winter of the Coromandel's cuisine, wine, music and arts.
All full programme of events and activities will be announed soon.
Check out the website: www.homegrownfestival.co.nz |
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May 2010 |
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All towns |
| Contact: |
events@thecoromandel.com | |
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The ARC 24 is a 24 hour adventure race for teams of 4 people
