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Whakatane Population: 15,024 Located 90 kilometres from Tauranga, Whakatane is an attractive coastal town situated on the banks of the Whakatane River. It has a vibrant retail and commercial area, which includes a diverse range of shops, cafes, restaurants and accommodation options. Whakatane is the main base for trips
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Waihi Beach Population: 2,070 Waihi Beach is a popular holiday destination thanks to nine kilometres of sandy white beach and a quiet lifestyle. Waihi Beach is located at the western boundary of the region. From the northern end of Waihi Beach you can access the beautiful Orokawa Walkway. This
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Long before the first Europeans arrived in the Bay of Plenty, Maori were drawn to the area by its easy access to the coast and its “fruit bowl” qualities. The region, with the major city of Tauranga and the popular Mount Maunganui, is blessed with a mild climate
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Te Puke Population: 7,150 Te Puke, the ‘kiwifruit capital of the world,’ is the heart of the country’s kiwifruit industry. Located 25 kilometres from Tauranga along State Highway 2, Te Puke is surrounded by orchards and pack houses. The town hosts an annual kiwifruit festival to pay tribute to the
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Tauranga Population: 103,635 Tauranga is the main centre of the region and is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Located at the entrance to one of the largest natural harbours in New Zealand and nestled beside the magnificent Mauao (Mount Maunganui), Tauranga is also home to
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Papamoa Population: 20,100 Seaside Papamoa has been growing at record speed and it is now full of diverse options for visitors. Located down the road from Mount Maunganui, Papamoa’s long beach is a quieter option than the busier Mount Maunganui areas and there are many access spots along Papamoa
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Mount Maunganui Population: 15,600 The suburb of Mount Maunganui has been well-regarded for years for its top beaches and coastal lifestyle. Many New Zealanders own holiday homes at “The Mount” as it is known. The beaches are numerous and safe for swimmers and surfers. The top spot for swimming
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Maketu and Paengaroa Maketu population: 1,240 Paengaroa population: 910 Maketu is an area steeped in history, while Paengaroa has a number of attractions to suit any traveller. Located about 15 minutes from Te Puke, Maketu was the landing place of Te Arawa canoe following the migration of early Maori from
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Katikati Population: 3,460 The town of Katikati, located 20 kilometres to the south of Waihi Beach, is known as New Zealand’s ‘mural town’. The community is passionate about art, which is evident throughout the nearly 40 murals which adorn the walls of businesses throughout the town. Katikati is also well-known
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