Wharves and Jetties

Our facilities are maintained and managed to provide for a range of recreational and commercial uses. Examples of these are recreational boat servicing, scenic and charter boat operations and commercial fishing/harvesting. 

Many harbour control and administration functions that were previously undertaken by us are now undertaken by the Waikato Regional Council; particularly activities below the Mean High Water Mark (e.g. harbour administration, mooring permits, etc). 

Land Information New Zealand also has some harbour control and administration functions under the Marine and Coastal Activities Act 2011.  

Note for Whitianga Wharf users

A new barrier arm has been installed at Whitianga Wharf to help keep the general public safe and separated from commercial activities keep the area safe for commercial users.
From December 16, access to the wharf to vehicles will only be available to approved wharf operators using programmed entry cards.
Non-approved users will not be able to gain access.
It is hoped the reduced traffic flow on and off the wharf will make access easier and safer for approved users.
Anyone wanting an access card can approach Whitianga or Thames Council offices for an approval application.
Pedestrian access to the ferry and other tour boat operations on the pontoon is unaffected.

Wharves and Jetties - Conditions of Use 

Please enjoy and respect our environment and maritime facilities. 

  • Parts of our wharves are for commercial activities - please do not impede operations. 

  • Fishing is permitted provided you pull in your line when vessels approach.  

  • No littering or dumping including fish frames; this attracts predators.  

  • Swimming is permitted at Whitianga Wharf and Whangamatā Wharf.  

  • Rubbish skips (if present) are for commercial paying users only. 

  • Parking on wharves is for loading and unloading only. 

  • Maximum weight limits may apply. 

  • Authorised refuellers only. 

Health & Safety 

Please be aware of: 

  • People and obstacles before pulling up to or away from a wharf / jetty. 

  • Power leads; these must have a current 'test and tag' label visible. 

  • Moving vehicles and vessels. 

  • Trip hazards. 

CCTV 

Surveillance cameras at our maritime facilities are operating for your safety and your security. 

Maritime Facilities Bylaw  

Approval is required and fees applicable for: 

  • All commercial activities including tour boats, charters and commercial vessels. 

  • Events and competitions. 

  • Advertising signage (including one-off events). 

  • Refuelling. 

  • Storage of goods, equipment or vehicles. 

  • Berthing longer than 30 minutes or overnight berthing. 

  • Vessel maintenance works. 

If you are a frequent, or even a one-off user of our maritime facilities, please refer to our bylaws page here for more information. 

Fees and Using our Facilities 

Please contact our customer services to discuss using our wharves. 

Maintenance Facilities 

  • Sugarloaf Maintenance grid at Te Kouma Rd is available for hire on a short-term basis for a daily fee. Please contact the Wharf Warden, Cliff Newton, on 021 2934086 to make a booking 

Wharf Locations

Our wharves are situated at the following locations:

Coromandel-Colville

Wharf Facilities  Location
Sugarloaf (Te Kōuma) Ramps  Te Kouma Road, Te Kouma
Port Charles Wharf Port Charles Whard Road, Port Charles
Hannaford's Jetty Te Kouma Road, Te Kouma
 Coromandel Wharf Long Bay Road, Coromandel

Mercury Bay

Wharf Facilities Location
Ferry Landing Wharf Purangi Road, Ferry Landing
Whitianga Wharf The Esplanade, Whitianga
Hei Esplanade Jetty Hei Esplanade, Whitianga
Matarangi Jetty Kenwood Drive, Matarangi
 Whangapoua Wharf Whangapoua Road, Whangapoua

Tairua-Pāuanui

Wharf Facilities Location
Tairua Wharf Wharf Road, Tairua
Paku Jetty The Esplanade, Tairua
Royal Billy Jetty Vista Paku, Pauanui
Pāuanui Waterways Public Jetty Waterways Parade, Pauanui
Thames
Wharf Facilities Location
Kōpū Marine Precinct King Street, Kōpū
Whangamatā
Wharf Facilities Location
Whangamatā Wharf Beach Road, Whangamata

You can use Google Maps or our own mapping system to find these locations.

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