Opunake, it's where
it's happening!

Situated right on the coast overlooking a magnificent swimming beach, Opunake is the central service area for the surrounding farming community and the central town in Coastal Taranaki.

As well as having one of the richest dairying pasture in New Zealand, the discovery of oil and gas in Taranaki has further added to the prosperity of the coast. The Maui Production Station at Oaonui, its offshore platform and the Ammonia/Urea Plant at Kapuni both bring business to the area.

Mt Egmont National Park draws tourists from all over New Zealand and further afield. With its numerous mountain walks and well equipped huts, Mt Taranaki is a year round attraction to the tramper as well as a popular ski field.

For the sports enthusiast, the coast offers great surf breaks including an artificial surf reef, deep sea fishing, boating, windsurfing - in fact virtually any sport.

Opunake itself, because of its relaxed lifestyle, has attracted a large number of retired people as well as holiday makers. It is a friendly community with numerous facilities and activities. These include a community owned picture theatre, indoor heated swimming pool and an active theatre group which all help contribute to a strong community spirit. Written by Opunake Coastal News

The Egmont Community Arts Council brings entertainment to Opunake!

This fabulous musical evening is in conjunction with the Taranaki Art Awards. Violinist, Fiona Pears, will appear with her band and is touring New Zealand after world-wide tours. She recently appeared with Hayley Westenra and has also toured with Dave Dobbin. She is an effervescent and charismatic performer with musical influences of Celtic, Gypsy, Classical and Tango with a taste of Jazz thrown in. There is also an optional extra of a smorgasbord meal at the venue, ph 027 4400049 for a booking. Bar facilities also available. Tickets are $25 bookings essential. Tickets available from Pastimes, Opunake.

For all contacts, phone Jean Roach 06 761 8654 or email: jean@farmside.co.nz

For more information email: michellejk@windowslive.com or
ring 021 377266

Make an evening with the Arts, Fiona Pears and the Taranaki Art Awards, combined for your entertainment. 1 November, Sandfords Event Centre, 8pm.

Opunake Business Association Market Day, 4 December 2010
See Rosie at Pastimes or Monique at Sinclairs for all details.

Mellowpuff Christmas Homes will be held in Opunake on 4 & 5 December 2010. Contact Robyn Robins for details. Another Lakeside Lions project.