ACCESSIBLE WAIHĪ BEACH – TRUE COLLABORATION! There’s been lots of coverage about our Accessible beach day and the opening of the new changing facility, but we wanted to take a moment to share a quick overview of the project and acknowledge the many people who worked behind the scenes to …
We’re incredibly proud to share that Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc. and Live Well Waihī Beach have won Best Collaboration at the Western Bay Community Awards 2026 By taking the opportunity to renovate and repurpose existing space at the Waihī Beach Lifeguards clubhouse, this collaboration made it possible to create something really valuable for the …
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Public Rescue Equipment (PRE) refers to flotation devices like rescue buoys and life rings that provide buoyancy for a person in distress in the water, and to assist a rescuer going to someone’s aid. When installed in public areas at coastlines, lakes, and harbours, PRE enables bystanders to assist in water emergencies before emergency services …
Seven Italian dishes. Seven JK14 wine pairings. One unforgettable fundraiser night. Join us for a genuinely special evening at Waihī Beach – hosted by Sir John Kirwan and family. What’s included with your ticket: An authentic Italian-style dining experience, served progressively across the evening Seven Italian dishes cooked by the Kirwan family Seven JK14 wine …
Waihī Beach Blast 26: A Week of Iconic Summer Events Waihī Beach Blast 26 is bringing a week of classic summer fun to our coastline in the first week of January, with a line-up of events that generations of families have grown up with. Whether you’re here for the holidays or you call Waihī Beach …
Celebrating our people, our purpose, and a season to remember. Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc. has been crowned 2024–25 Coromandel Club of the Year at the Surf Life Saving New Zealand Eastern Region Awards of Excellence – a huge honour that shines a light on everything our club stands for. This top regional accolade …
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Matariki Weekend provided the perfect backdrop to celebrate the end of a successful surf lifesaving season at Waihī Beach. Our annual Awards of Excellence evening brought together lifeguards, coaches, officials, volunteers, and supporters to acknowledge the dedication and achievements that have defined our season, both on and off the beach. From patrols and powercraft to …
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Bowentown Rescue Hub Update: BMX Track Upgrade! Work continues behind the scenes at Bowentown as Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services makes progress on its new Rescue Hub – and the latest update includes a welcome boost for BMX riders of all ages. Now, with help from the Waihī Beach Mountain Bike Club, Kris Wilson, and Jeff …
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Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services athletes have returned from the AON New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Championships with strong performances and valuable experience after four days of intense competition at Midway Beach, Gisborne (March 6–9). The championships threw everything at the competitors – large swells and high winds on the first two days forced event organisers to …
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After more than five years of planning and perseverance, Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services has officially broken ground on the Bowentown Rescue Hub. This long-awaited facility will transform emergency response at Bowentown Beach, significantly improving search and rescue operations, first aid treatment, and collaboration between emergency services. A Milestone Moment On Sunday 23rd February 2025, representatives …