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Education, health and retirement

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Education, health and retirement

Education

The Whakatane district is an ideal place to bring up children and has a wide range of quality education facilities for all age groups from pre-school to tertiary education. Local high schools and REAP also run adult community education programmes.

Healthcare

The Whakatane District has a full range of health services. There are more than 20 General Practitioners in Whakatane, Ohope, Edgecumbe and Murupara. A full range of Dentists, Optometrists, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths are avaliable. More information...

Retirement

Whakatane and Ohope are popular spots for retirement. With some of the highest annual sunshine hours and an appealing climate, along with our relaxed lifestyle, the region is ideal to enjoy your retirement years. More information...

The official tourism information website for the Whakatane District, including Ohope and Murupara, in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Whakatane is a coastal town, situated in the North Island of New Zealand, just one hour drive from Tauranga and Rotorua.