WAIHEKE GUIDES & NEWS

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Large Group? Waiheke Island Travel Deals: Everything you need to know for ferry & transfers

We know that there’s a lot to organise when you are planning your company Christmas party, corporate day out, wedding or conference event or family reunion on Waiheke Island. This overview is designed to put the information in one place, and highlight ways to get the best value possible, so you have something left in the budget to spend on a great time while you are here!

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Getting Around, Local Guide Roanne Izzard Getting Around, Local Guide Roanne Izzard

16 things to do when visiting Auckland in 2025 without a car

We are asked all the time about how to make the most of a stay in Auckland, when you find yourself in the city for a few days without a car. Of course visiting Waiheke Island is on the list - but what else can you plan to get a taste of New Zealand? Here is our list of 16 low cost things to do in Auckland, New Zealand, without a car.

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Things to do on a Girls Weekend on Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is known for its Waiheke wineries, weddings & summer holidays. But there are lots of other things to do, all just a 35 minute ferry ride from Auckland.

So when someone asks ‘what is there to do on Waiheke Island’, or if you are ready to plan for a girls' weekend away close to Auckland, read on! Here are ten ideas for a fun New Zealand staycation with your gal pals.

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Waiheke Scoops Medals at NZ Spirits Awards!

“The Heke has been open for two and half years, but this is the first year that we have entered any awards for our spirits. Initially it was distilled by our team as the house-pour in our bars but guests kept saying they’d love to buy them to take home.”

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Rules for Special Days: Easter, ANZAC & Christmas

By law, there are three and a half days during the year that trade is restricted: Christmas Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and until 1pm on Anzac Day. You and all of your guests need to east a ’substantial meal’; snacks like fries and a pizza shared between 4 people are not enough. Read on….

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Waiheke Whisky Club

It’s about time we opened the doors here to invite you to explore whisky with us. Every month, we’re hosting Whisky club night in the distillery here on Waiheke Island. These will be on the third Friday of every month. Set up a calendar date now.

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A LOCAL GUIDE: HEKE KIDS

✔︎ High chairs
✔︎ Kids menu
✔︎ Kids drinks

✔︎ Changing table
✔︎ Outside space
✔︎ Kid Friendly

✔︎ Bouncing pillow
✔︎ Sand pit
✔︎ Inside & Outside Toys

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