Tauranga
Located at the entrance to a beautiful natural harbour in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is New Zealand's fifth largest city and a thriving commercial centre with a passion for good food, wine and stylish shopping. Popular things to do surrounding Tauranga include surfing off the long white sand beaches on Matakana Island, climbing up Mount Maunganui for spectacular sea and city views, and visiting Lake McLaren and walking the 10-minute walk to a beautiful waterfall in McLaren Falls Park. For a cultural experience, explore the Tauranga Art Gallery, wander along the Arataki Cultural Walking Trails, or visit The Elms - one of New Zealand's oldest heritage sites. more
Home to amazing wildlife, Tauranga is a great place to enjoy a wildlife experience. Take a kayak tour to the Waimarino Glow Worm Caves on Lake McLaren. Visit the Katikati Bird Gardens or the Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary. Or take a wildlife cruise departing from Tauranga and swim with the dolphins.
Another great attraction in Tauranga are the blowholes on Leisure Island which is easily accessed via a footbridge from Mt Maunganui's main beach.
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ACCESSIBLE NEW ZEALAND - Nationwide
ACCESSIBLE NEW ZEALAND - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - New Zealand's leading tour company in meeting the needs of mature travellers and those with special needs. We welcome, care and cater for those with special or specific needs when visiting our beautiful country. Specialised vehicles and accommodation to suit every requirement with experienced guides to accompany you every step of the way. Accessible NZ- specialised tours "For All".
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- +64 7 386 7971
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- +64 20 4012 7701
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- 97 Parekawa Drive, RD2, Turangi, New Zealand
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ACE CAMPERVANS - Rotorua & Auckland
ACE CAMPERVANS - Rotorua & Auckland
Mobile-friendly - Based in Rotorua, we are family owned and operated, experienced in campervan hire, sales, repairs and maintenance. Our campervan rentals are great for weekend trips away, family holidays, or exploring our beautiful country. We also have caravans available for rent (subject to availability). ACE sets an exceptional standard - providing safe, mechanically sound vehicles that people can rely on.
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- +64 7 343 7570
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- +64 274 834 102 (Cliff)
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- 45-50 Clayton Rd, Mangakakahi, Rotorua, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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ADRENALIN FOREST - Bay of Plenty
ADRENALIN FOREST - Bay of Plenty
Mobile-friendly - An adventure and playing field in the heart of the forest. A test against gravity, balance and agility. A fun and exciting entertainment option for the whole family or as part of a group. Each park has several levels of difficulty allowing for a different experience of pleasures, emotions and challenges.
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- +64 7 929 8724
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- 0800 TO GO APE (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 18 Whataroa Road, Upper Pyes Pa Road (SH 36), Tauranga, New Zealand
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AERIUS HELICOPTERS - Tauranga
AERIUS HELICOPTERS - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - The Tauranga, Rotorua and Coromandel regions offers some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery. Deep blue lakes surrounded by volcanic and geothermal backdrops to long sandy beaches. Walk in the crater of White Island, New Zealand's most active volcano, or drop into a vineyard for lunch. Range of scenic flights and experiences allowing you to discover the region from above.
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- +64 7 533 1290
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- +64 21 752 310
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- 0800 864 354 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Hangar 5, Tauranga Airport, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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AMBASSADOR MOTOR INN - Tauranga
AMBASSADOR MOTOR INN - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - A quality and friendly motel located just 7 minutes from the centre of Tauranga, making it the logical Tauranga accommodation choice. We are perfectly located for all sporting events, functions, shopping or just going to the movies. We even offer a courtesy van to pick you up (on request). Tauranga accommodation doesn't get any better!
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- +64 7 578 5665
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- 0800 RELAX INN (735 294) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 9 Fifteenth Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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ARROW TOURS - Bay of Plenty
ARROW TOURS - Bay of Plenty
Mobile-friendly - Arrow Tours is run and operated by Roger, he is competent and passionate in providing clients guided and well planned cruise tours, cultural sightseeing, small group tours and more. As one of the leading cruise ship specialists in New Zealand, they specialize in arranging guided cruise ship tours and shore excursions to Tauranga, Rotorua, Hobbiton & more.
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- +64 274 493 293
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- 161 Karewa Parade, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
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ASURE HARBOUR VIEW MOTEL - Tauranga
ASURE HARBOUR VIEW MOTEL - Tauranga
Only 40 metres off Tauranga harbour's edge in quiet waterside cul-de-sac. Upstairs units have water-views. 3 minutes walk to Memorial Park, children’s playground, boardwalk. Spacious, serviced & self-catering units. Fully-renovated, new bathrooms & kitchens. Free wi-fi, off-street parking, SKY TV 50+ channels. Easy 5-8 minute walk to shops, restaurants, movies, Tauranga waterfront, Free kayaks & bikes. Airconditioning in all units.
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- +64 7 578 8621
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- +64 21 0224 0414
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- 0800 427 288 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 7 Fifth Avenue East, Tauranga, New Zealand
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ATHENREE HOT SPRINGS & HOLIDAY PARK - Athenree
ATHENREE HOT SPRINGS & HOLIDAY PARK - Athenree
Mobile-friendly - Escape to the beautiful Bay of Plenty and enjoy the tranquillity of our spacious and affordable fully self-contained motel units and chalets, or camp sites. Relax in our hot mineral pools, revive with a refreshing walk along the beach, or just enjoy the great food and coffee at the many local cafes and restaurants in our area.
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- +64 7 863 5600
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- 1 Athenree Road, Athenree, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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AVIS RENT A CAR - Nationwide
AVIS RENT A CAR - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Discover what you've been missing with New Zealand's most trusted car rental brand, offering a wide range of late model cars, 4WDs and vans, available from more than 40 convenient locations nationwide. Avis rentals also include unlimited kilometres, free standard insurance, and 24-hour breakdown service from AA Roadside Assistance. You can also earn Airpoints Dollars™ when renting with Avis.
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- +64 9 526 2800
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- 800 655 111 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 40 Branches throughout New Zealand
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BAY EXPLORER ISLAND & WILDLIFE CRUISE - Tauranga
BAY EXPLORER ISLAND & WILDLIFE CRUISE - Tauranga
Your BEST DAY EVER begins early-morning as you're welcomed aboard Bay Explorer at Tauranga waterfront. We cruise through the beautiful harbour, & past the landmark volcanic mountain Mauao. We explore the pristine Bay of Plenty coastline to watch marine wildlife. You can choose to explore even more at the islands. Optional activities include swimming, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boarding (SUP).
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- +64 21 605 968
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- Corner of Wharf Street & The Strand, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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BOSCABEL LODGE - Tauranga
BOSCABEL LODGE - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - Boscabel Lodge is a large, modern mansion overlooking rural land and the distant outline of the Kaimanawa Ranges and Mount Maunganui. Choice of two tastefully appointed fully self-contained apartments, or a spacious suite. Each with own entrance, and individual balcony or terrace area. Suitable for long-term accommodation stays. Apartments open to solar heated swimming pool, spa pool and landscaped garden.
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- +64 7 544 6647
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- +64 21 744 441
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- 98D Boscabel Drive, Tauranga, New Zealand
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BREWBUS - New Zealand Wide
BREWBUS - New Zealand Wide
Let Brewbus take you on a road of discovery with our own 'crafted' range of tour options into the heart and soul of this naturally growing New Zealand phenomenon. You'll meet the creators; you'll learn about their beers and you'll taste the finest.
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BULARANGI MOTORBIKES - HARLEY DAVIDSONS IN NEW ZEALAND - Nationwide
BULARANGI MOTORBIKES - HARLEY DAVIDSONS IN NEW ZEALAND - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - From majestic coastlines through to magnificent mountain views, what better way to experience New Zealand than on a Harley Davidson motorcycle. Travel through some of the world's most unspoiled landscapes and experience what our magnificent country has to offer. Full-day and multi-day tours, plus a full range of personalised tour options are available. Toll free from USA 1-866-391-4707.
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- +64 7 863 6069
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- 0800 787 980 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 12 Waitete Rd, Waihi, New Zealand
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CJAYS TOUR GROUP - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
CJAYS TOUR GROUP - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Small group and personalised tour specialists based in Tauranga. Tour options include exploring the fascinating geothermal wonderlands of Waiotapu and Waimangu near Rotorua, the film set Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves (Waitomo Caves / Hobbiton Movie Set Combo) Coromandel peninsula. Air conditioned, comfortable and roomy vehicles for your day tour.
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- +64 800 543350
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- +64 27 657 2000
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- 10 Carex Close, Pyes Pa, Tauranga, New Zealand
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COASTAL CAMPERS - Whitianga, Coromandel Peninsula
COASTAL CAMPERS - Whitianga, Coromandel Peninsula
Mobile-friendly - Fully equipped, self-contained motorhomes for hire. Clean, comfortable vehicles sleep 2-6 and contain shower and toilet. Based on the Coromandel Peninsula or with transfers from Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton airports. Great price, our daily rate includes everything with three-day hires ex Whitianga (Feb to Nov) and NO road restrictions.
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- +64 7 866 0509
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- +64 27 439 1480
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- 22 Lee Street, Whitianga, Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand
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COTTAGE PARK THERMAL MOTEL - Tauranga
COTTAGE PARK THERMAL MOTEL - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - Cottage Park Thermal Motel is located in quiet park-like surroundings, handy to shopping, beaches and cafes and just minutes to Tauranga city centre. Ideal for families. Pets are welcome. We offer studio, 1-bedroom units with spa baths - interconnecting doors, two-bedroom with private thermal pools, three-bedroom, two-bedroom apartment-style units with thermal plunge-pools and budget priced self-contained cottages.
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- +64 7 544 0039
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- 0800 268 8243 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 19 Hairini Street, Tauranga, New Zealand
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CUSTOM DAY TOURS NEW ZEALAND
CUSTOM DAY TOURS NEW ZEALAND
Mobile-friendly - Custom Day Tours NZ organise day tours and shore excursions from Auckland and the Bay of Plenty to Rotorua Geothermal Highlights, Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Taupo and Auckland area. We are your specialist team for customized tours from Ports of Tauranga and Auckland. We personally collect you from your Cruise Ship or Hotel in our luxury air-conditioned, specialized touring vehicle.
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- +64 7 542 0267
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- +64 21 704 767
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- 39 Summerland Crescent, Papamoa Beach, Tauranga, New Zealand
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DOLPHIN SEAFARIS - Tauranga
DOLPHIN SEAFARIS - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - Swim with dolphins. Our awesome Dolphin Encounters depart daily from both Tauranga and Mount Maunganui aboard our luxury high speed vessels. Fully-equipped with two decks, huge front dolphin viewing area for all passengers to enjoy the wild dolphins surfing on the bow, our boats are comfortable, stable, very family friendly. Our swim bars provide close swimming encounters with the Dolphins.
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- +64 7 577 0105
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- +64 27 488 2246
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- 0800 326 8747 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Berth D1, Tauranga Bridge Marina, 101 Te Awanui Drive, Mount Maunganui
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DRIVENOW CAR & CAMPERVAN RENTAL - New Zealand
DRIVENOW CAR & CAMPERVAN RENTAL - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Whether you're looking for a campervan in Queenstown, a people mover from Auckland Airport or a rental car to drive from Christchurch to Auckland, DriveNow provides you with options from New Zealand's premier vehicle hire companies. Enjoy affordable car hire, campervan hire and vehicle rental at DriveNow.
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- +61 3 9095 7460
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- 0800 444 511 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- New Zealand Wide
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DRIVING MISS DAISY - Bay of Plenty
DRIVING MISS DAISY - Bay of Plenty
Offering accessible tours of Tauranga, Rotorua or Hobbiton for visitors in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. With a range of specialist vehicles, we can take between one wheelchair and 6 seated passengers. Our friendly drivers are very experienced and happy to provide whatever assistance is needed to make sure you get the most from your tour.
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- +64 27 607 7354
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- 0800 363 000 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Bay of Plenty
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DURHAM MOTOR INN - Tauranga
DURHAM MOTOR INN - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - Tauranga accommodation offering 20 luxury units all with cooking facilities. Single or double spa baths. Parking at your door. Located just a short stroll to everything Tauranga City Centre has to offer, including restaurants, cafes, shops and the CBD. Also close to the bridge to Mt Maunganui, beaches and Baypark Speedway. Conference facilities and corporate rates.
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- +64 7 577 9691
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- 60 Harington St, Tauranga, New Zealand
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ESCAPE ROOMS NEW ZEALAND
ESCAPE ROOMS NEW ZEALAND
Follow The White Rabbit: There is a door that allows you to go to a magical place where everything seems possible. Meet the March Hare, a cat that smiles, play croquet with the Queen but don't forget to solve the riddles and puzzles in 90 minutes or the door will disappear and it will be off with your heads!
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- +64 7 925 9892
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- 75 Elizabeth St, Tauranga, 3110, New Zealand
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EVENT CINEMAS - Nationwide
EVENT CINEMAS - Nationwide
Event Cinemas is the ultimate experience for movie-goers. Complete entertainment precincts that offer state-of-the-art venues that deliver the ultimate cinema experience with quality food and beverage: from bars with extensive wines by the glass and highly trained baristas in the purpose built cafes, to Scoop Alley – our self-service candy bar.
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EZYFISHING CHARTERS - Bay of Plenty
EZYFISHING CHARTERS - Bay of Plenty
Bay of Plenty fishing with your owner/operator guide Lindsay Hunt. Choose between inshore saltwater, coastal saltwater fishing or freshwater fishing. Taupo and Rotorua lakes, Whakatane and White Island, Tauranga. Whether you are after a world famous Taupo or Rotorua trout, White Island Kingfish or Inshore Snapper fishing in Whakatane, Ezyfishing Charters can help.
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- +64 27 485 5391
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- 0800 454 699 (0800 4 LINZY) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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FERGUSSON PARK - Tauranga, Matua
FERGUSSON PARK - Tauranga, Matua
Fergusson Park is a dog-friendly playground for all. Coastal walkway with views across Tauranga harbour to Matakana Island and The Mount. Kiteboarding, paddleboarding, Tauranga Astronomical Society Observatory, children's play area. Limited free overnight parking for self contained campervans.
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Tauranga African Hand Drumming Course
Beginners welcome. Drums Provided. Freshly back from their tour of New Zealand, Come and share some of the gems gathered from Nathans time studying with the Griots (traditional holders of musical knowledge) in ...
Where: The Jam Factory, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Address: 17th Avenue, Historic Village, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 19th June 2019
To: 8:30pm on Wednesday 24th July 2019
Beer Night with Funk Estate
Come and join us upstairs at Fire for one of our Beer Nights! On the last Wednesday of the winter months we will be hosting beer nights at our bar upstairs at Fire. We will have local breweries such as Funk Estate and ...
Where: Fire Restaurant, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
Address: 113 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
From: 6:00pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
To: 11:00pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
Wine Tasting Evening - Matawhero Wines
Join Kirsten Searle, owner and winemaker at Matawhero Wines in Gisbourne, as she presents her range of delectable wines on Wednesday, 26 June 2019 at The Pizza Library Mount, 314 Maunganui Road, Mt. Maunganui ...
Where: Pizza Library, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
Address: 314 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:30pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
To: 9:30pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
Jazz Jam
Live jazz jam hosted by Tauranga Jazz Society. Book a table for dinner and listen to some amazing jazz tunes.
Where: Mount Social Club, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
Address: 305 Maunganui Road, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
From: 6:30pm on Wednesday 31st October 2018
To: 9:30pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
Paint and Wine Night - The Wharf - Paintvine
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece! Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in Tauranga/Mt Maunganui! No previous painting experience ...
Where: The Rising Tide, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
Address: 107 Newton St, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
To: 9:00pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
ACG Tauranga School Production - Aladdin Jr.
ACG Tauranga is proud to share the 2019 school production - Aladdin Jr. We invite everyone to come along and watch the performance, which involves almost half of the school! The production will be hosted in our ...
Where: ACG Tauranga, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Address: 6 Keenan Rd, Pyes Pa, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
To: 10:00pm on Thursday 27th June 2019
My Husband's Nuts
Jack, Barbara's husband and local farming legend, is missing on the family farm. When Jack finally returns home he is a paranoid, nervous wreck and will not leave the house... he is convinced that he is a Japanese ...
Where: Detour Theatre, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Address: 155 Seventeenth Avenue West, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 13th June 2019
To: 9:40pm on Saturday 29th June 2019
After Dinner
A knockout comedy by master playwright Andre Bovell following five eccentric lonely hearts in a 1980’s pub bistro. Paula is frocked up, it is Monika’s first night out in years and Dympie just wants a table with a ...
Where: 16th Avenue Theatre, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Address: 164 16th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:30pm on Friday 14th June 2019
To: 10:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2019
Oliver! Book, Music and Lyrics by Lionel Bart
Tauranga Boys' & Girls' Colleges bring Charles Dickens’ beloved novel to life. Oiver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England. Join young, orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates London’s ...
Where: Graham Young Youth Theatre, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Address: Tauranga Boys College, 664 Cameron Rd, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Tuesday 25th June 2019
To: 9:15pm on Saturday 29th June 2019
Jazz Jam
Book your table to dine while watching the best Jazz Jam in the country! Hosted by Tauranga Jazz Society.
Where: Mount Social Club, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
Address: 305 Maunganui Road, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
From: 6:30pm on Wednesday 26th June 2019
To: 9:00pm on Wednesday 27th November 2019