Opotiki and Whakatane St John operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We use ambulances, four-wheel drive vehicles, rapid response units,
motorcycles and other specialist vehicles to ensure we can reach people at any hour of the day in almost any terrain, weather or situation.
In New Zealand, the St John Ambulance Service treats and transports approximately 400,000 people every year. If it is an emergency call 111
Essential Information
Get all your essential information here. Opotiki weather, tide times, duty pharmacy, emergency numbers, maps, photos, jobs, and more.
Essential Information Listings
 AMBULANCE SERVICE
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 OPOTIKI COASTGUARD
Opotiki Coastguard volunteer rescue crews provide the primary maritime search and rescue service in the Opotiki region. We are able to do this by being organised, trained and equipped 24/7. Coastguard run a number of boating and marine safety courses. To become a member of the Opotiki Coastguard or for more information visit the Coastguard website. |
 OPOTIKI MUSEUM
The Opotiki Museum on the main street of Opotiki is a three story building displaying the history of Opotiki and surrounding areas. Here you can view the history of Opotiki and surrounding areas over the three levels of the Museum. View the extensive collection of implements and vehicles, early pioneer photographs and an exhibition focused on the importance of shipping in early Opotiki. |
 OPOTIKI SPORTS CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
Opotiki is home to many sports clubs and societies. Find all you need to know about sports clubs in Opotiki here including contact details, website links and general information. There are a variety of sports events that take place in Opotiki including fishing, adventure races, triathlons and more. Whatever the season, if you are looking for something active or just prefer to relax with others of the same interest, there's a local club or society waiting for you to call. |
 COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS TESTING & VACCINATIONS
Covid-19 Testing Locations Ōpōtiki Community Health Centre, 32 King Street, Ōpōtiki. Sat – Sun10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
 OPOTIKI DISTRICT COUNCIL
The Opotiki District Council provide a range of services in the community. From animal control and rubbish collections to library services, parks and reserves and much more. Visit the Opotiki District Council website for more information on the services they offer.
07 315 3030
info@odc.govt.nz
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 OPOTIKI OVERVIEW
Welcome to Opotiki. Gateway to the East Cape and only 44km from Whakatane, Opotiki offers holiday makers and locals superb beaches for fishing, surfing or simply relaxing with nearby forests to explore and rivers to enjoy. Below you will find information about Opotiki from business opportunities to education and health services. |
 OPOTIKI SUPPORT GROUPS
Looking for a support group in Opotiki? You can find contact information below for some support groups. Is your support group not listed? Please email us the details and we will include your support group listing. |
 DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION OPOTIKI
The Department of Conservation (DOC) conserve and manage New Zealand's natural and historic heritage. In the Opotiki and surrounding areas DOC manage a number of walking and tramping, mountain biking, camping facilities and huts. Visit the DOC website to find out the status of tracks before heading off on your next adventure. Track conditions change regularly depending on weather and maintenance events. |
 OPOTIKI DISTRICT HEALTH SHUTTLE
The Opotiki District Health Shuttle is available to transport Opotiki area residents to their health related appointments in Opotiki and Whakatane Monday to Friday every week. If you or someone in your family needs transport to their appointments give us a call. For more information call 0800 824 325.
0800 824 325
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 OPOTIKI POLICE
In an emergency Dial 111. New Zealand Police provides policing services 24 hours a day and operates from more than 400 community-based police stations throughout New Zealand. There are several community Police Stations in the Eastern Bay area, contact details are given for each on the left hand side. |
 OPOTIKI WEATHER
Opotiki and the Bay Of Plenty is well known for the large amount of sunshine hours each year. Get all your Opotiki weather reports here including a 10 day forecast for the local area and tide times. |
 EDUCATION IN OPOTIKI
Opotiki has a range of Education facilities from Pre-school, Home-based Childcare and Primary School. For all you need to know about Education in Opotiki click on the links below. |
 OPOTIKI DUTY DOCTOR - PHARMACY
If you feel unwell or have concerns about your health, don't wait to see if things get better. They might get worse and your local surgery may be closed. If you have a life threatening condition dail 111.
Emergencies 111
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 OPOTIKI RADIO STATIONS
Tune in to one of the many radio stations available in the Eastern Bay and keep up to date with the latest news, music, competitions and more...There are a range of radio stations accessible in Opotiki and Whakatane. Below are a list of the stations including the FM frequency you can tune into them on. Bayrock Frequency: 100.1 FM 1XX Frequency: 90.5 FM, 93 FM, 1242 AM Bridge FM 91.7 The Beat 88.1 FM Sun FM 106.5 Tumeke FM 96.9 FM Watermelon FM 88.3 Radio Kawerau 88.3FM Q97 Frequency: 99.3FM |
 Te Tāhuhu o Te Rangi (Ōpōtiki District Library)
Te Tāhuhu o Te Rangi (Ōpōtiki District Library) open Monday - Friday 10am-5pm, Saturdays 9am-1pm The Opotiki District Library has free internet terminals that are available for 30min sessions. Free wifi is available 24/7 in the immediate area surrounding the library. Opotiki District Library has an extensive website where you can browse and search for books, hold items, research and much more.
07 315 6170
library@odc.govt.nz
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 EXPLORE THE EAST CAPE
Explore The East Cape is a comprehensive source of information covering many regions of the East Coast including Kawerau, Whakatane, Ohope Beach, Opotiki, East Cape, Gisborne, Wairoa and Napier. It is an invaluable tool for any tourist travelling in this region. For sheer natural beauty, magnificent scenery and many places of historical significance the East Cape District is unparalleled anywhere in New Zealand. Welcome to the East Cape, you are now officially “off-the-beaten-track”
027 2544656
exploretheeastcape@xtra.co.nz
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 OPOTIKI FIRE BRIGADE
The Opotiki Fire Brigade is a Volunteer Brigade that services the Opotiki township and surrounding areas within the Eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. The brigade has dedicated members, many have served in the brigade for a number of years & some have joined in recent times. We all live within the Opotiki district and are either employed in town or outside of the district. |
 OPOTIKI RUBBISH & RECYCLING
The Opotiki District Council provides rubbish and recycling services for the minimisation, collection, management and disposal of Solid Waste in the Opotiki District. Resource Recovery Centres are available in Opotiki, Waihau Bay & Te Kaha.
07 315 3030
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 WHAKATANE AIRPORT
Whakatane Airport is approx 50 minutes from Opotiki. Air Chathams offer daily scheduled flights between Auckland and Whakatane with a flight time of approximatley 45 minutes. Sunair offer same day return flights from Whakatane – Gisborne & Hamilton. Rental Cars can be made available from Whakatane Airport office and shuttle services are available by pre-booking. Also operating from the Whakatane Airport are Frontier Helicopters and White Island Flights.
07 308 8397
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 FREEDOM CAMPING
There are a number of Freedom Camping locations in and around Opotiki. Freedom Camping is for fully self-contained motorhomes with your own water. When looking for somewhere to park your motorhome for the night these facilities have been designated for you. With limited parking available at some sites it's based on a 'first in first served' basis. For camping ground and other accommodation in Opotiki click here. |
 OPOTIKI HARBOUR BAR CAMERA
Watch this space for the Opotiki Habour Bar Camera. People intending on crossing the Opotiki Bar are encouraged to check the weather conditions before setting off. You can soon view the Cam here. The Whakatane Coastguard encourages all boaties to call the Whakatane Coastguard when leaving and returning to port. Get more information on the Whakatane Coastguard here. |
 OPOTIKI SOCIETY FOR THE CARE OF ANIMALS
Helping animals in Opotiki, providing assistance in desexing companion animals mainly cats. Re-homing as appropriate, encouraging best practice animal welfare. OSCA is a community based animal care facility, totally reliant on the generosity of the public for donations and assistance, there is a strong need for community funding to keep the door open for our community animals here in Opotiki. To contact the SPCA refer to the Whakatane SPCA.
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 WHAT'S ON IN OPOTIKI
Whats happening in Opotiki? Events, activities, garage sales, markets, workshops, sports & club meets and much more. Every week there is something happening in Opotiki that caters for all interests and abilities and our 'Whats On' page is THE BEST place to find it all. We also have a huge range of local clubs and societies that continuously provide activities for their members. |
 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
Looking for a Justice of the Peace in Opotiki? JP's provide important functions in the administration of documentation and justice in our community. The services of a JP are provided free of charge, they can help you with witnessing your signature on a document, certifying copies of documents, complete an affidavit for you, complete a declaration for you (statutory declaration made under the Oaths and Declarations Act 1957). See below to find a Justice of the Peace in Opotiki. |
 OPOTIKI INFORMATION CENTRE
The Opotiki i-SITE Visitor Centre is part of New Zealand’s official nationwide Visitor Information Network. Our local i-SITE experts will guide you to our local secrets, from attractions and activities to sampling the best of what we have to offer.
07-315 3031
infocentre@odc.govt.nz
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Essential Information Listings
AMBULANCE SERVICE
Opotiki and Whakatane St John operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We use ambulances, four-wheel drive vehicles, rapid response units,
motorcycles and other specialist vehicles to ensure we can reach people at any hour of the day in almost any terrain, weather or situation.
In New Zealand, the St John Ambulance Service treats and transports approximately 400,000 people every year. If it is an emergency call 111
COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS TESTING & VACCINATIONS
Covid-19 Testing Locations
Ōpōtiki Community Health Centre, 32 King Street, Ōpōtiki. Sat – Sun10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION OPOTIKI
The Department of Conservation (DOC) conserve and manage New Zealand's natural and historic heritage.
In the Opotiki and surrounding areas DOC manage a number of walking and tramping, mountain biking, camping facilities and huts. Visit the DOC website to find out the status of tracks before heading off on your next adventure. Track conditions change regularly depending on weather and maintenance events.
EDUCATION IN OPOTIKI
Opotiki has a range of Education facilities from Pre-school, Home-based Childcare and Primary School. For all you need to know about Education in Opotiki click on the links below.
EXPLORE THE EAST CAPE
Explore The East Cape is a comprehensive source of information covering many regions of the East Coast including Kawerau, Whakatane, Ohope Beach, Opotiki, East Cape, Gisborne, Wairoa and Napier. It is an invaluable tool for any tourist travelling in this region. For sheer natural beauty, magnificent scenery and many places of historical significance the East Cape District is unparalleled anywhere in New Zealand. Welcome to the East Cape, you are now officially “off-the-beaten-track”
027 2544656
exploretheeastcape@xtra.co.nz
FREEDOM CAMPING
There are a number of Freedom Camping locations in and around Opotiki. Freedom Camping is for fully self-contained motorhomes with your own water. When looking for somewhere to park your motorhome for the night these facilities have been designated for you. With limited parking available at some sites it's based on a 'first in first served' basis.
For camping ground and other accommodation in Opotiki click here.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
Looking for a Justice of the Peace in Opotiki? JP's provide important functions in the administration of documentation and justice in our community. The services of a JP are provided free of charge, they can help you with witnessing your signature on a document, certifying copies of documents, complete an affidavit for you, complete a declaration for you (statutory declaration made under the Oaths and Declarations Act 1957). See below to find a Justice of the Peace in Opotiki.
OPOTIKI COASTGUARD
Opotiki Coastguard volunteer rescue crews provide the primary maritime search and rescue service in the Opotiki region. We are able to do this by being organised, trained and equipped 24/7.
Coastguard run a number of boating and marine safety courses.
To become a member of the Opotiki Coastguard or for more information visit the Coastguard website.
OPOTIKI DISTRICT COUNCIL
The Opotiki District Council provide a range of services in the community. From animal control and rubbish collections to library services, parks and reserves and much more.
Visit the Opotiki District Council website for more information on the services they offer.
07 315 3030
info@odc.govt.nz
OPOTIKI DISTRICT HEALTH SHUTTLE
The Opotiki District Health Shuttle is available to transport Opotiki area residents to their health related appointments in Opotiki and Whakatane Monday to Friday every week.
If you or someone in your family needs transport to their appointments give us a call.
For more information call 0800 824 325.
0800 824 325
OPOTIKI DUTY DOCTOR - PHARMACY
If you feel unwell or have concerns about your health, don't wait to see if things get better. They might get worse and your local surgery may be closed. If you have a life threatening condition dail 111.
Emergencies 111
OPOTIKI FIRE BRIGADE
The Opotiki Fire Brigade is a Volunteer Brigade that services the Opotiki township and surrounding areas within the Eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
The brigade has dedicated members, many have served in the brigade for a number of years & some have joined in recent times. We all live within the Opotiki district and are either employed in town or outside of the district.
OPOTIKI HARBOUR BAR CAMERA
Watch this space for the Opotiki Habour Bar Camera.
People intending on crossing the Opotiki Bar are encouraged to check the weather conditions before setting off. You can soon view the Cam here.
The Whakatane Coastguard encourages all boaties to call the Whakatane Coastguard when leaving and returning to port. Get more information on the Whakatane Coastguard here.
OPOTIKI INFORMATION CENTRE
The Opotiki i-SITE Visitor Centre is part of New Zealand’s official nationwide Visitor Information Network. Our local i-SITE experts will guide you to our local secrets, from attractions and activities to sampling the best of what we have to offer.
07-315 3031
infocentre@odc.govt.nz
OPOTIKI MUSEUM
The Opotiki Museum on the main street of Opotiki is a three story building displaying the history of Opotiki and surrounding areas. Here you can view the history of Opotiki and surrounding areas over the three levels of the Museum. View the extensive collection of implements and vehicles, early pioneer photographs and an exhibition focused on the importance of shipping in early Opotiki.
OPOTIKI OVERVIEW
Welcome to Opotiki.
Gateway to the East Cape and only 44km from Whakatane, Opotiki offers holiday makers and locals superb beaches for fishing, surfing or simply relaxing with nearby forests to explore and rivers to enjoy. Below you will find information about Opotiki from business opportunities to education and health services.
OPOTIKI POLICE
In an emergency Dial 111.
New Zealand Police provides policing services 24 hours a day and operates from more than 400 community-based police stations throughout New Zealand. There are several community Police Stations in the Eastern Bay area, contact details are given for each on the left hand side.
OPOTIKI RADIO STATIONS
Tune in to one of the many radio stations available in the Eastern Bay and keep up to date with the latest news, music, competitions and more...There are a range of radio stations accessible in Opotiki and Whakatane.
Below are a list of the stations including the FM frequency you can tune into them on.
Bayrock Frequency: 100.1 FM
1XX Frequency: 90.5 FM, 93 FM, 1242 AM
Bridge FM 91.7
The Beat 88.1 FM
Sun FM 106.5
Tumeke FM 96.9 FM
Watermelon FM 88.3
Radio Kawerau 88.3FM
Q97 Frequency: 99.3FM
OPOTIKI RUBBISH & RECYCLING
The Opotiki District Council provides rubbish and recycling services for the minimisation, collection, management and disposal of Solid Waste in the Opotiki District. Resource Recovery Centres are available in Opotiki, Waihau Bay & Te Kaha.
07 315 3030
OPOTIKI SOCIETY FOR THE CARE OF ANIMALS
Helping animals in Opotiki, providing assistance in desexing companion animals mainly cats. Re-homing as appropriate, encouraging best practice animal welfare.
OSCA is a community based animal care facility, totally reliant on the generosity of the public for donations and assistance, there is a strong need for community funding to keep the door open for our community animals here in Opotiki.
To contact the SPCA refer to the Whakatane SPCA.
OPOTIKI SPORTS CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
Opotiki is home to many sports clubs and societies. Find all you need to know about sports clubs in Opotiki here including contact details, website links and general information. There are a variety of sports events that take place in Opotiki including fishing, adventure races, triathlons and more.
Whatever the season, if you are looking for something active or just prefer to relax with others of the same interest, there's a local club or society waiting for you to call.
OPOTIKI SUPPORT GROUPS
Looking for a support group in Opotiki? You can find contact information below for some support groups.
Is your support group not listed? Please email us the details and we will include your support group listing.
OPOTIKI WEATHER
Opotiki and the Bay Of Plenty is well known for the large amount of sunshine hours each year.
Get all your Opotiki weather reports here including a 10 day forecast for the local area and tide times.
Te Tāhuhu o Te Rangi (Ōpōtiki District Library)
Te Tāhuhu o Te Rangi (Ōpōtiki District Library) open Monday - Friday 10am-5pm, Saturdays 9am-1pm
The Opotiki District Library has free internet terminals that are available for 30min sessions. Free wifi is available 24/7 in the immediate area surrounding the library.
Opotiki District Library has an extensive website where you can browse and search for books, hold items, research and much more.
07 315 6170
library@odc.govt.nz
WHAKATANE AIRPORT
Whakatane Airport is approx 50 minutes from Opotiki. Air Chathams offer daily scheduled flights between Auckland and Whakatane with a flight time of approximatley 45 minutes.
Sunair offer same day return flights from Whakatane – Gisborne & Hamilton.
Rental Cars can be made available from Whakatane Airport office and shuttle services are available by pre-booking.
Also operating from the Whakatane Airport are Frontier Helicopters and White Island Flights.
07 308 8397
WHAT'S ON IN OPOTIKI
Whats happening in Opotiki? Events, activities, garage sales, markets, workshops, sports & club meets and much more.
Every week there is something happening in Opotiki that caters for all interests and abilities and our 'Whats On' page is THE BEST place to find it all. We also have a huge range of local clubs and societies that continuously provide activities for their members.
