Arts, Culture & Heritage
It is said that an artist's greatest inspiration is found in the natural environment so it is now wonder that Whakatane enjoys such a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Song, dance, sculpture, traditional Maori art practitioners and everything in between can be found in Whakatane and throughout the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
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Ka-boom!
Whakaari (White Island) erupted as recently as 2001. Boulders the size of cars were tossed around the volcano crater.Paradise!
Ohiwa Harbour is a haven for many rare and endangered species of birds. The hills above Whakatane are kiwi sanctuaries. There are many projects to restore and protect local environments. Whales, dolphins and Orca are often seen off the coast of Whakatane.Strike!
Many fishing world records have been set In these warm Pacific Ocean waters.Movie time!
Opotiki is just 45 minutes’ drive from Whakatane. Check out the town's historic De Luxe Theatre and Shalfoon & Francis stores, which have been restored to their early-20th century grandeur. More: www.opotikinz.comZip on down!
Whakatane is under five hours’ drive from Auckland, and just 90 minutes from Rotorua.Ka-boom!
Whakaari (White Island) erupted as recently as 2001. Boulders the size of cars were tossed around the volcano crater.Paradise!
Ohiwa Harbour is a haven for many rare and endangered species of birds. The hills above Whakatane are kiwi sanctuaries. There are many projects to restore and protect local environments. Whales, dolphins and Orca are often seen off the coast of Whakatane.Strike!
Many fishing world records have been set In these warm Pacific Ocean waters.Movie time!
Opotiki is just 45 minutes’ drive from Whakatane. Check out the town's historic De Luxe Theatre and Shalfoon & Francis stores, which have been restored to their early-20th century grandeur. More: www.opotikinz.comZip on down!
Whakatane is under five hours’ drive from Auckland, and just 90 minutes from Rotorua.
