Sports & Fishing

Whakatane is an outdoor playground, which attracts a wide range of sporting events. View the Events Calendar or check out the feature events below.

Mataatua Waka Ama Regatta
Waka Ama are styled after traditional Maori canoes and the race days are spectacular events with hundreds of attendees. More »

Summercross
The National Championship Summercross is one of the most important New Zealand Dirt Bike Federation Champions meets in New Zealand. More »

Monty's Revenge
A spring challenge that includes a 12km run, 23km MTB ride and a 20km paddle down the river or a quick 8km river bank run. More »

Fishing
Find out when Whakatane's top fishing tournaments are due to take place. More »

Ohope Ordeal - April 2013
The famous Ohope Ordeal MTB ride. There's 3 courses to suit all riders, including a kids race. More »

Opotiki Big 3

Fri, 31/05/2013 (All day)
Catch the heaviest Stag or Boar, Snapper and Pheasant with the longest tail. Briefing will be held at Slim’s Bar, Elliot Street, Opotiki on Thursday 30th May 7pm. Weigh in times are as follows: Friday 31st 4–6pm, Saturday 1st 4-6pm, Sunday 2nd 1–3pm Prizegiving on Sunday 3rd at 5pm. All ebing held at Slim's Bar. Proceeds donated to Opotiki Volunteer Fire Brigade.
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Adventure race in Kawerau

Kawerau Gravity Club - 6hr Adventure Race

Sat, 15/06/2013 - 09:00 - 15:00
A great chance to get lost around Kawerau. Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Trekking, mystery activities and navigation.
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Close to Kawerau
Tarawera Outlet
Kawerau

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Whakatane Adventure Race

Whakatane Adventure Race

Sat, 13/07/2013 - 07:30 - 19:45
A 6 hour adventure race for beginners. Includes: Trekking, Mountain Biking, Navigation and mystery activities. Results and photos available.
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Whakatane Great Outdoors
The Strand
Whakatane

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Manawahe Eco Trust 6 Hour Adventure Race

Sat, 03/08/2013 (All day)
The Manawahe Eco Trust will host a great adventure in and around the hills of Manawahe and Lake Rotoma. Be prepared for the usual trekking, biking and navigation but watch out for some original mystery events!Race 3 of the Rydges Bay of Plenty Adventure Race Series.
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Secret location somewhere near Manawahe Whakatane

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Horizon Energy Motu Challenge

Horizon Energy Motu Challenge

Sat, 12/10/2013 - 07:00 - 17:00
Opotiki's Horizon Energy Motu Challenge is one of the country's premier Multisport races, with over NZ$30,000 worth of prizes. It is regarded as the North Island’s Premium Multisport Event. Winners include Richard and Elina Ussher, and Gordon Walker.
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Opotiki
Main Rd
Opotiki

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Surf Life Saving Nationals

Thu, 06/03/2014 (All day) - Sun, 16/03/2014 (All day)
Check out the Surf Life Saving action. Swim/ski/board/boats/canoes/rescue craft.
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Surf Club/Mahy Reserve
Pohutukawa Ave
Whakatane

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Ocean Ski Race

Sat, 24/10/2015 (All day) - Sun, 25/10/2015 (All day)
The Eastern Bay of Plenty Kayak Club will host the Ocean Ski Race. Distances 3, 6 and 9 kilometres.
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Whakatane Surf Club Ohope

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