Every year on April 25th the world raises a glass to the penguin, the adorable seabird whose existence is on the edge. We wouldn’t know waddle do without them. Luckily, here in the Waitaki District we have lots of opportunities to learn about and admire our tuxedoed friends. So, put
While you may think Valentine’s Day is too commercialised and too cheesy (yes and yes), it’s also always cute to tell your loved ones you love them. And a little thought put into the day doesn’t hurt. No one wants to be on the receiving end of a last-minute ‘these
Quality NZ made & Kiwiana gifts. Merino possum knitwear by Koru & Native World, and merino garments. New Zealand art & heaps more.
The Waitaki has so many beautiful spots to offer, so we have created some touring routes to guide you around and to discover the highlights of our beautiful region.
The Waitaki In the Press The Waitaki has so much to offer that we are being featured in the press quite often! So, to find all the information on our beautiful region available in the online press, you can browse these links. If you have news that could be of
Steampunk HQ is a unique museum of art, sound & light showing an altered universe set within an 1880’s Grain Elevator building in Ōamaru. Featuring The Portal, a retro-futuristic mirror and lighting installation with original glowing light sculptures.
Ōamaru is the largest town in the Waitaki District; most famous for its penguin colony and limestone architecture of the Victorian Precinct – but that’s just the beginning of what the town has to offer.
Ōamaru’s Fire and Steam is a spectacular family event celebrating fire, steam and special effects which coincides with the Steampunk NZ Festival.
Here are some of the most common questions regarding Ōamaru. Don’t hesitate to explore the rest of our website for all the things to do and see in the Waitaki. We hope you enjoy your stay!
The Waitaki is made up many small towns that each have their own charm and character. Exploring these towns is like exploring the lives
of the people who live there.
