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Wairaka Park

Wairaka Centennial Park

Wairaka Centennial Park, sits alongside the Whakatāne River at The Heads. The park is a fantastic, family-friendly recreation destination which includes:

  • A zero-depth water play area
  • A fun playground
  • A swimming/diving/jumping area for older children
  • Barbecues, picnic tables, and shade structures

Contact Details

Muriwai Drive
Whakatāne
New Zealand

Free

More things to do

Shuttle service to the Pakihi Track and other stop off points, or mountain bike down after being dropped off by helicopter. Cycle hire, cruisers, tandems, road and mountain bikes.

Sail from the Whakatāne Harbour on Centaurus, a spacious, 38-foot cruising catamaran.

The brainchild of Colin Hughes, these picturesque tiles were designed and created by a team of 12 artisans from the Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts.

Te Toka o Irakewa is one of three landmarks that Toroa was told to look for by his father Irakewa when the Mataatua canoe journeyed to Kakahoroa. 

The Whakatāne Skate Park offers a seamless blend of street elements, an open-end bowl, and a flowing concrete landscape perfect for skaters of all skill levels.

Muriwai is a loved and honoured ancestress of the Mataatua tribes whose mana has endured down the centuries.

The Eastern Bay offers fantastic diving for everyone from beginners through to pros, we can cater for snorkelers, recreational and technical divers.

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