Wairoa
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Revision as of 04:14, 21 December 2014
Wairoa, New Zealand
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Local Weather
Give local weather conditions or refer to another page (a region or island group) that covers these conditions.
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Charts
Please provide a good map or chart that clearly shows details (depths, where to dock, scale etc.) of the harbor.
Give charts applicable to this port or refer to a Chart section of another page (Country or Region) that lists the charts.
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Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Provide any navigation notes especially any dangers or peculiar local conditions here.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
If this is not a port of entry omit this section, otherwise submit details about facilities for checking in - location of immigration & customs, etc.
Berthing Options
Describe here the berthing options of this port. Are there moorings or you have to anchor? Do most boats moor side-to, stern-to, or bow-to? Etc.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Wairoa Yacht Club in Kopu Road has seasonal activity. Members sail small dinghies on the river and there are no memners with cruising yachts.
Anchorages
List anchorages except the ones covered under Offshore Islands below. If there are more then 2 paragraphs for a given anchorage, create a dedicated page for it (Port/Stop Template). We use headings for these so that other pages can link to them. Remove if not applicable.
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Offshore Islands and Groups
This section does not apply for most ports, if that is the case for this one remove it. You may, however, list ismall islands near this port.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None. General engineering services are available in the town.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- There are four service stations in town, two on the north side and two on the south side of the river. Diesel and petrol available, also LPG cylinder refills.
- Water
- There are no special provisions for yachts. Arrangements can possibly be made with the caravan park to obtain water supplies.
- Electricity
- There are no special provisions for yachts.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Therew are two supermarkets available, Write Price and New World.
Eateries
There are a multitude of fast food shops in Wairoa, catering for almost any taste from Chinese to Indian to hamburgers and fish'n'chips. Highly recommended are Tui's Fish'n'chips in River Parade (just across the bridge) and the East End Cafe in Marine Parade.
A must visit is also Geoff's Tavern on a Friday night (Marine Parade, opens at 18:00) for a special meal and a few drinks.
Internet/WiFi
The central part of Wairoa township (Marine Parade) is provided with free wi-fi. These can be found by scanning for WAIROAWIFI1, WAIROAWIFI2 or WAIROALIBRARY.
Laundry
There are four laundromats in Wairoa, all within easy walking distance from Marine Parade.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Wairoa tip - follow Clyde Road to Fraser Street - takes all kinds of rubbish. Recycled items such as cans and plastic bottles are cost free, while "green waste" is charged at a cheaper rate than general garbage.
Transportation
Wairoa has no taxi services. Buses to/from Gisborne and Napier are available daily at the depot in Paul Street, and from there links to all major cities in NZ are available.
Routes/Passages To/From
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:
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{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot|Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire|9780852889718}}
, expands to - Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
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Personal Notes
A friendly town, although lacking any discernable nightlife.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
- December 2014: Haiqu
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