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

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This mural is a collaboration with Ushy Ushy from the Cook Islands and is about the migration of the waka from the Cook Islands to the Bay of Plenty, and keeping the connection alive between all of us.

ProSail

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

The Gambler

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Score card with course in the background

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