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ŌpŌtiki

Nau mai, haere mai ki te whakatohea​​

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50 km from Whakatane

Welcome to Ōpōtiki

144 km or 344 km from Gisborne (depending on route)
The Ōpōtiki District is in the middle of a massive revitalization. “The Provincial Growth Funds” substantial funding initiative, has started serious activity throughout the Ōpōtiki District. After some years of very encouraging initial trials, the development of “The Worlds Largest Open Ocean Mussel Farm” to be focused on Ōpōtiki is a reality. The new purpose built factory is now operating with Mussel processing at Ōpōtiki in the new facility on Waioeka Road. Work on the Ōpōtiki river/sea bar is well advanced. This will allow direct access for the mussel fleet and other vessels into the river and up to the Ōpōtiki wharf. A big new Library/Technology Centre is due to open in December 2021, so should be open as you read this. With all this activity underway it can be said “Ōpōtiki is booming”.
The Ōpōtiki District is highly rated as a hospitable relaxing place to visit, live, and work, with Rotorua, Tauranga and Gisborne all within a 160km radius, The District is a great natural Family Holiday Playground. A sportsman’s paradise with beaches and rivers and magnificent bush allowing boundless hunting & fishing or water sports. Water or land based the Ōpōtiki District has it all. The Motu Trails Cycleway adds to the attractions and provides a diverse range of cycle skills for novice or experienced riders and adds to our wide range of walking trails.  Annual sports events include “The Muriwai Tournament” - Sports between Whānau and Iwi of local Māori. “The Motu Challenge Multi Sport Event”, Cycling Kayaking and running, attracting NZ wide interest. A “World class Rodeo”, and the popular “Big 3 Hunting”.
For more information visit the 
Ōpōtiki I-Site • 70  Bridge Street • Phone 07 315 3031
www.opotikinz.co.nz

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Start something new in Ōpōtiki

PictureHanbars - July 2021
​Ōpōtiki is bursting with opportunity and it is the perfect time to try something new, start a new venture or join one of the exciting industries burgeoning in the Eastern Bay, said Ōpōtiki Mayor, Lyn Riesterer.
“There is no better time to be living, working or investing in the district.
“We have a harbour entrance taking shape on our coast that will open up the town to an important new role supporting the aquaculture industry on our doorstep. The factory is already processing world-famous Whakatōhea Mussels. The new marina area is under development, the town centre is growing and flourishing. We have a brand new community hub with Te Tāhuhu o Te Rangi on Ōpōtiki’s main street. Extended cycleways and horse trails, significant housing projects in the pipeline, and millions being spent upgrading the infrastructure to keep up with this growth.
“Up the coast the growth continues with irrigation projects extending horticulture opportunities and new and emerging industries such as mānuka, macadamias, algae and spat.
“Locals who left many years ago are starting to return and finding sustainable and varied employment opportunities in Ōpōtiki.
“Whether you are a visitor just passing through, or fortunate enough to live here, work here or have business investments, I invite you to be part of Ōpōtiki’s booming future,” Mayor Riesterer said. 

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These large hanbar units ‘armour’ the sides of the two large seawalls being built at the Waioeka River mouth.
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ACCOMMODATION IN ŌPŌTIKI

Accommodation providers in Ōpōtiki offer a huge variety of good
accommodation to suit all need and budgets.
Camping | Backpackers | Cabins | Hotel | Motel | B&B
Capeview Cottage
Tablelands Road.
​P: 07-315 7877  ​W: www.capeview.co.nz
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Eastland Pacific Motor Lodge
Cnr Bridge Street & St John Street. 18 Units: Includes 5 New - sleep 2-6 some with spa. Sky TV Guest Select.​
P: 07-315 5524
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Kukumoa Lodge
Quiet accommodation. Rural setting close to town.
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​Oasis Accommodation
Welcome to our charming Kauri Villa. Secure bike locks & wash facilities.
P: 07-315 5165
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Ohiwa Seascape Studios
3 Peaceful self-cont. studios, absolute privacy, set amidst mature Pohutukawa, on the doorstep of Ohiwa Beach.
10 min to Opotiki.
P: 07 315 4737
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Ohiwa Beach Holiday Park
Ohiwa Beach.
​P: 07-315 4741
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Opape Motor Camp
Just off the Pacific Coast Highway.
P: 07-315 8020  W: www.opapemotorcamp.webs.com

Opotiki Holiday Park
Potts Ave. Closest accommodation to start of Motu Cycle Trail.
P: 07-315 6050  W: www.opotikiholidaypark.co.nz
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Ranui Motel
36 Bridge St. 10 family and studio units. Affordable rates. Home cooked meals.
P: 0800-828 128  Fx: 07-315 6669

The Boars Nest P.O.P Stop
For fully self contained caravans & campers. Unique Location offers fishing, tramping, exploring or relaxing. 149 Pakihi Rd, Opotiki. Motu Trails past gate.
P: 07 315 6554  M: 027 591 1117  W: www.theboarsnest.nz

Tirohanga Beach Motor Camp
​6km East on the PCH.
P: 07-315 7942
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​Weka Wilds
On the Motu Trails.
M: 021-142 1515  W: www.wekawilds.co.nz

ŌPŌTIKI GROCERS

​New World
​19 Bridge St. Ph 07 315 6723. OPEN 7 DAYS. 
Trading Hours Mon-Sun 7am to 9pm.
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​Opotiki Four Square
​112 Church St. Ph 07-315 6245. Hot chickens, Deli, vege, 
wine and beer. Open 7 days. The Big mini-mart.
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Opotiki Superette & Internet Café
​97 Church St. Groceries, High Speed Wireless.
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ŌPŌTIKI CAFES, RESTAURANTS & BARS

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24/7 Hot Food Zandos @ CALTEX
St John/King St cnr. Chicken, Chips, Pies, Sandwiches, Groceries, Bait. Swap a Bottle. OPEN 24/7.
P: 07-315 6298

Crossroads Gastopub
Join us for Craft Beer, Great food & atmosphere. 
Garden Bar & Accommodation. 102 Church St. Ph 07 315 6876.
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Hot Bread Shop Café
43 St John St. Ph 07-315 6795. Fresh Food Baked daily on Site. Open 7 days – 5am to 5pm.
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​Double Lucky Takeaways
99b Church Street. Chinese Food. Fish & Chips. Takeaway or Dine In. Smorgasbord available. Open 6 days Mon-Sat.
 P: 07-315 8308

Kafé
30 King Street. Organic Coffee. Open 7 days.
M: 027-896 1278
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Ocean Seafoods
90 Church St. Local Seafood Specialists. Dine-In, Takeaway, Retail Seafood, Wholesalers.
P: 07-315 6335
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Slim’s Bar
Elliott St. Country Hospitality. Lounge Bar, Sundeck, Gaming Room. Courtesy Van,Open 7 days.
P: 07 315 6880
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Soul Infusion Catering
At Opotiki Golf Club every Friday night from 6pm. Non-members Welcome. A-la Carte Menu. Out-Catering Available.
P: 027 955 9939

The Bakehouse Café
​Next to the Laundromat. Enjoy a coffee & snack while doing your laundry.
Delicious pastries & hot food. “Best pies & coffee in town” Central Church St. Best coffee in town!!
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Timmies Thai Food
Mobile Food Truck. Phone to order 022 017 3414 or find us on Facebook. 
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ŌPŌTIKI ACTIVITIES

Hukutaia Honey
448 Woodlands Rd. Local honey and beeswax. Gate Sales. Please phone in advance.
P: or Fx: 07-315 7650

Motu River Jet
​Adventure & excitement. Bookings Essential.
M: 027-470 7315
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Motu Trails Hire and Shuttle
​Mountain biking, horse treks, tramping, swimming, relaxing right in the bush.
​Assorted S/C accommodation and camping.
​P: 0800 MOTU TRAILS

Opotiki Bowling Club
Eastern end of King Street.
P: 07-315 7610

Opotiki DeLuxe Theatre
Movie theatre and full stage theatre first opened in 1926.
127 Church Street. Book movie tickets online.
P: 07-315 5014 W: www.deluxetheatre.co.nz
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Opotiki Fishing Charters
Boat charters and land based fishing. Snapper specialists. Michael Ruru.
​M: 027-268 6190  W: www.opotikifishingcharters.co.nz

Opotiki Golf Club
Picturesque 18 hole course. Town & Sea Views. Visitors Welcome. Club Facilities for Hire.
​P: 07-315 7415
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Opotiki’s Historic Heart
​Incorporating the Opotiki Museum, Hiona St Stephen’s Church,
The Deluxe Theatre and the Shalfoon & Francis Four Square Store

Opotiki Museum
​123 & 129 Church Street.

P: 07-315 5193
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Opotiki Superette & Internet Café
​97 Church St, Open 7 days.
​P: 07-315 7632
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​Travel Shop
Hiring E-Bikes, Mountain Bikes, E-Scooters, Kayaks, Surfboards. Also Travel Arrangements. 106 Church St.​
​P: 07-315 8881 M: 027 481 5032

Taketakerau - The Millenium Tree
Award winning book Story of 2000 year old Burial Tree. Free audio online.
Also available in bookstores & online. $35.00.
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Ōpōtiki’s Historic Heart

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Opotiki Museum
The Ōpōtiki Heritage & Agricultural Society Museum opposite Hiona St Stephens Church is well worth inspection.  Part of the complex includes the fully preserved Shalfoon & Francis Grocery Store & Museum Op Shop.  The Grocery Store was opened in 1899 and ceased trading in 2000. Enquire at the Museum Office for tours. 

Opotiki Deluxe Theatre
Both a mini theatre and a larger facility for concerts, shows and community events. Contact 07 315 6110.

Hiona St Stephen's Anglican Church
Built by Rev. Carl Volkner around 1859. A reminder of a period of tension before European settlement. The Church serves as a memorial to a man who is part of the history of Ōpōtiki. The adjacent Church Hall has been converted to an Op Shop that raises funds for Church upkeep.
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Ōpōtiki Swing Bridge

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