Getting around the island can be expensive - the bus is the best way to travel cheaply. They no longer accept cash, so you'll need an AT HOP card to travel on the Waiheke Buses. Car Hire is approximately $60 upwards, and the main car hire companies are based at Matiatia Ferry Terminal. CITYHOP has two RAV4 available on the island located at the ferry terminal.

FERRY TRAVEL

Fullers Ferries operate passenger ferries from downtown Auckland to Matiatia. In the summer months, Fullers Ferries can be cancelled at short notice due to cruise ship disruptions; keep an eye on their website, or download their app and enable notifications - just in case.

A new kid on the block operates a ferry service called ISLAND DIRECT. They run at different times than Fullers and cost the same. They are locally owned, and the boats are smaller, but the service is better.

Sealink operate the vehicle ferries from Half Moon Bay to Kennedy Point. They also run some ferries from Wynyard Quarter, particularly over public holidays. Check the Sealink website for details. Now that Auckland Transport (AT) are more involved in travelling to the island, an AT-Hop card can often be the most economical way to travel, even on the ferries; check the AT website for details. Sealink cancels sailings regularly, so we recommend checking their website or downloading their app and turning on notifications.

Fullers Ferries 09 367 9111 - fullers.co.nz

Sealink Ferries 0800 72 546 - sealink.co.nz

Island Direct 09 372 7441 - island direct.co.nz

Auckland Transport - at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/#!/journey-planner

TAXIS

EASY Taxis 022 612 6760 - [email protected]

Waiheke Executive Transport 09 372 0088 - waiheketransport.co.nz

Island Taxis 0800 372 4111 - islandtaxis.co.nz

Express Taxis 0800 700 789 - expresstaxis.co.nz

Independent Taxis 09 372 3000 - waihekeindependenttaxis.co.nz

FULLERS EXPLORER BUSES

Fullers operates a regular Hop-on-Hop-off Explorer Bus service available 7 days a week. They have 15 destinations; the bus stops at selected wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks. Hop off and explore the destinations along the way or stay on the bus and enjoy a full scenic 80-minute loop tour. You can book tickets and see the timetable on fullers.co.nz.

LOCAL BUS SERVICE

Waiheke Bus Company 09 367 9111 - fullers.co.nz

SCOOTER HIRE

Island Scoot (Oneroa) 021 061 5997 - islandscoot.nz

Pop Hire (Oneroa) 09 372 2999 - pophire.co.nz

CAR HIRE

GO Rentals 09 974 1598 - gorentals.co.nz

Fun Rentals (cheaper cars) 027 2467 883 - funrentalswaiheke.weebly.com

Blue Cars (EV) 0800 258 338 - bluecars.co.nz

Drive Waiheke (4x4) 09 372 5402 - drivewaiheke.com

Waiheke Car Rental 027 701 7939 - waihekecarrental.co.nz

BICYCLE HIRE

Bikes and Beyond 0220 502 23 - ecyclesnz.com

Waiheke Bike Hire 09 372 7937 - waihekebikehire.com

Waiheke Bike Shop 021 818 001 - waihekebikeshop.co.nz

WINE & FOOD TOURS

Waiheke Wine Tours 09 950 4386 - waihekewinetours.co.nz

Fullers 360 Taste of Waiheke 09 367 9111 - fullers.co.nz

Ananda Tours 09 372 7530 - ananda.co.nz

Enjoi 0508 236 564 - enjoi.nz

Big Aroha Tours 0800 127 642 - bigarohatours.co.nz

Waivino Tours 021 471 666 - waivino.co.nz

Island Magic 021 565 680 - islandmagic.co.nz

The Wine Tasting Company 021 27333 002 - thewinetastingcompany.co.nz

SIGHTSEEING & SPECIALITY TOURS

Fullers 360 Explorer Tour 09 367 9111 - fullers.co.nz

Terra and Tide 021 669 722 - terraandtide.co.nz

Waiheke by Sea 021 704 011 - bysea.co.nz

SCENIC FLIGHTS

Waiheke Wings 09 426 4276 - waihekewings.co.nz

Heletranz 09 415 3550 - heletranz.co.nz

HeliMe 09 303 4354 - helicopterme.co.nz

Inflite Experiences 09 415 3550 - infliteexperiences.co.nz

You can find everything you need on Waiheke. The main shopping areas are Oneroa Village and Ostend. But there are some wonderful hidden gems for beautiful clothes and designer gifts. Most of the wineries have gift shops attached.

GROCERIES

ISLAND GROCER / Oneroa 09 372 8866

RAW / Ostend 09 372 6728

COUNTDOWN / Ostend 09 372 8431

FOUR SQUARE / Oneroa 09 372 7150

FOUR SQUARE / Onetangi 09 372 2884

HUMBLE PIE BUTCHER / Oneroa 09 372 8798

TE MATUKU OYSTERS / Ostend 09 372 8600 - tematukubayoysters.co.nz

PALM BEACH STORE / Palm Beach 09 372 8149

BEER, WINE & SPIRITS

WAIHEKE WINE CENTRE / Oneroa 09 372 6139 - waihekewinecentre.com

LIQUOR BARN / Ostend 09 372 5555

PALM BEACH WINE STORE 027 271 8915

THIRSTY LIQUOR / Oneroa 09 372 5559

LIQUOR LAND / Onetangi 09 372 1100

CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD

VERANDA / Oneroa 09 372 6873 - verandawaiheke.co.nz

BODY & SOLES / Oneroa 09 372 2110 - bodyandsoles.co.nz

WE’AR / Oneroa 09 358 0030 - wearyogaclothing.com

Recycle Boutique / Oneroa 09 372 2933 - recycleboutique.co.nz

ART & GALLERIES

WAIHEKE ART GALLERY / Oneroa 09 372 9907 - waihekeartgallery.org.nz

TOI GALLERY / Oneroa 027 773 2975 - toigallery.com

RED SHED / Palm Beach 09 372 967 - waihekeredshed.webs.com

SPACE / Oneroa 09 372 7220 - spaceartgallery.co.nz

COFFEE & TEA

Waiheke has plenty of coffee options; most are excellent, but some aren't. These are our picks.

ISLAND COFFEE / Ostend 09 372 5177 - islandcoffeenz.co.nz

Local coffee roasters tucked behind the shops on Belgium Street, Ostend, with an intimate, eclectic atmosphere. The coffee is roasted on site and can be purchased as whole beans or ground.

DOUBLE SHOT / Oneroa 027 2DOUBLE

Coffee bar in the heart of Oneroa. Text ahead and your coffee will be ready for pickup.

ISLAND GELATO / Oneroa 021 540 940 - islandgelato.co.nz

Fantastic coffee, Bagels and, of course, the best Gelato store on the island.

TIMMY SMITH / Oneroa 027 290 9400 - timmysmith.co.nz

This gem in the middle of Oneroa offers delicious teas made from natural herbs.

HR16 / Surfdale

HR16 is an espresso and toastie bar in a converted shipping container on Hamilton Road in Surfdale. It’s next to Ideal Electric, making it easy to find. Their menu is small, but perfectly formed. Their coffee is excellent, and their triple cheese toastie is probably the best grilled cheese sandwich we’ve ever eaten.

CAFE & RESTAURANT DINING

Waiheke has a reputation as a gourmet food destination. Whether you are looking for a light café lunch or a romantic dinner, you will be impressed. Here are a few of our favourites.

ALLPRESS OLIVE GROVES / Gordons Road - [email protected]

A recent addition to the Island, Allpress Olive Groves was officially founded in 2021 by Michael Allpress. After 33 years leading Allpress Espresso, Michael, a long-time Waiheke local, began milling from his own trees in 2016, working alongside what was formerly Rangihoua Estate. When the chance came to purchase Rangihoua and another island grove, number29, in 2021, he seized the opportunity to bring a new vision to life. Set among the groves, Bistro Allpress is a casual, informal bistro - bringing together great produce, thoughtful cooking, and good company. With a large courtyard and an outdoor pizza kitchen and bar, it’s a space to relax, eat well, and feel at home. Olive Oil tasting sessions are available.

THE COURTYARD / Oneroa 09 372 9626 - thecourtyardwaiheke.co.nz

The Courtyard Restaurant and Garden Bar has quickly become the local place to be for an exceptional dinner or a drink in the sunny garden bar. Situated down the steps from the viewing platform in central Oneroa, The Courtyard is tucked away but a delightful discovery.

RED CRAB / Oneroa 09 372 9185 - redcrab.co.nz

Red Crab Thai is brought to you by the owners of the legendary Mai Thai, Thai Street and Grasshopper restaurants. A rich heritage of Thai Cuisine using a unique blend of locally sourced ingredients with authentic Thai flavours prepared by Thai chefs who take pride in serving you only the finest dishes. Light and fresh with a delicate balance of flavours, colours and textures.

ONE VIEW / Oneroa 09 372 2133 - facebook.com/solarwaiheke

Located at the top of Oneroa Village with sweeping views of Oneroa Bay. Great pub-style food and coffee matched by efficient, friendly service. Drop in for breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner. Very family-friendly and managed by the Red Crab owner. They also show most major sporting events.

WAI KITCHEN / Oneroa 09 372 7505 - waikitchen.co.nz

Open for brunch & lunch, Wai Kitchen provides innovative, fresh, seasonal cuisine in a relaxed, welcoming seafront setting.

FENICE / Oneroa 09 372 8711 - fenice.co.nz

The first cafe to open in the morning with a great range of Italian-style breakfast options and coffee. Relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. Also open for lunch and dinner. Features a beautiful open fireplace for winter dining.

OYSTER INN / Oneroa 09 372 2222 - theoysterinn.co.nz

The Oyster Inn was founded in 2012 by Jonathan Rutherfurd Best and Andrew Glenn, close friends of new owners Josh & Helen Emett. Since opening The Inn has earned critical acclaim both in New Zealand and abroad, featured in numerous publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Travel & Leisure, Monocle and Harper’s Bazaar. The Oyster Inn remains a favourite of locals and island visitors alike.

THE LOCAL / Oneroa 09 372 8752 - thelocalwaiheke.co.nz

Fish & chips with a casual atmosphere and friendly service. Spectacular views of Oneroa Bay from the deck.

HEKE / Onetangi 09 372 0020 - theheke.co.nz

Heke is a reasonably new addition to the island. It has excellent food on the menu, plus local wines and beers, and plenty of space to keep kids occupied. A whisky distillery and microbrewery are on site, plus a brand-new undercover golf simulator.

ADJAZ / Oneroa 09 372 2588 adjaz.com

Authentic, extensive menu including Tandoori and curry dishes from the North to the South of India.

AHI PAO / Matiatia 027 25 6022 ahipaoeats.co.nz

Situated on the shores of Matiatia, Ahi Pao offers thoughtfully crafted dishes in a beautiful environment for a unique dining experience. Just a short walk from the ferry, this is the perfect place to start or finish your day or simply relax with friends, family or the special four-legged friend in your life; all doggies are welcome. While you’re there, check out their cashmere knitwear, which is made on site.

BISOU / Surfdale 021 055 6808 bisou.co.nz

Bisou means 'kiss' in French, and you will be smacking your lips together while enjoying your French café experience right here on Waiheke, serving up your favourite French classics that the locals have come to know and love.

WAIHEKE GIN Co. / Cowes Bay 09 372 7797 waihekedistilling.co.nz

One of the newer establishments on the island and one that has taken off like a rocket. They make and serve amazing Gin, flavoured with botanicals like Juniper, Pink Peppercorn, Kelp, and Cardamom, and they also do wonderful cocktails, teas, and non-alcoholic drinks. They serve snack-style food and often have a food cart on site.

THREE7TWO / Onetangi 09 372 8846 threeseventwo.co.nz

Right across the road from Onetangi Beach, 372 is a sprawling space with a large dining room and a big outdoor area. The menu, by the excellent Bronwen Laight, is produce-driven and seasonal. It's the best place for a sundowner on the island.

KI MÃHA / Onetangi 09 372 2565 kimaha.nz

Ki Māha is a casual smart beachside restaurant located alongside the beautiful Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. The menu combines sustainably harvested seafood and ethically farmed meats, with locally sourced seasonal fruit and vegetables.

ARCADIA / Palm Beach 09 218 9112 arcadiawaiheke.com

Arcadia is a short walk from Palm Beach and offers a casual dining experience with a fresh, inviting menu, plus great wine and craft beer.

CHARLIES / Onetangi 09 372 4106 charliefarleys.co.nz

Charlies was opened in 1987 and is built on the site of the original Strand Pub, Waiheke’s first pub. They open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It’s a fabulous place to chill out with a drink while the kids are on the beach.

APERITIVO / Oneroa 0204 090 0448 aperitivo.co.nz

Aperitivo Bar & Kitchen is a really cool little bar & eatery overlooking Oneroa Beach. Their cocktails are excellent, and the kitchen creates fabulous food, sourcing as much as possible from local growers.

WILD ESTATE / Onetangi 09 372 4225 wildestate.co.nz

Wild Estate is a Vineyard, Brewery and Restaurant. They offer archery between the vines and laser clay pigeon shooting on the lawn, which need to be booked, but they also have lots of free activities: Giant Chess, Pétanque, Trampoline, and Volleyball. Wild takes sharing plates, platters, and grazing boards to a whole new level, all made fresh in our kitchen; people come from far and wide for what's called the best Pizzas on the island. (their words, not ours!)

VINO VINO / Oneroa 09 372 9888 vinovino.co.nz

Vino Vino is one of Waiheke’s stalwarts; the view alone is worth visiting for. Argentinian super chef Connie Aldao took the reins a few years back, and the place has exploded. Connie was part of celebrated chef Francis Mallmann’s team for twelve years and became his head chef. She set up 1884 Restaurant for Mallmann in Mendoza, Argentina. Under her leadership, 1884 was awarded seventh place in the list of ‘The World’s 50 Best Restaurants’, chosen by Restaurant Magazine.

ALIBI BAR / Onetangi 09 372 2625 alibi brewing.co.nz

Alibi Bar is part of Tantalus Vineyard; it’s a great little cellar-style bar underneath Tantalus restaurant.

TAKE AWAY FOOD

DRAGONFIRED | Little Oneroa 021 922 289 dragonfired.co.nz

Beautiful street food cooked in their wood-fired oven. They do Pizza, Polenta, Calzone and tasty flatbreads.

KIRAN’S KITCHEN | Ostend 09 949 0855 kiransindiankitchen.co.nz

Fabulous Indian cuisine to take away. Order on their website or app.

LA DOLCE VITA / Ostend 09 558 4102 ladolcevita.nz

Italians know a thing or two about enjoying the good things in life, especially when it comes to food. Gianni at La Dolce Vita makes everything from scratch with carefully sourced ingredients and a pinch of passion. Their pizzas are amazing, and they do sweet pizza in the summer.

ISLAND FRENCHIE / Oneroa 022 090 0473 facebook.com/islandfrenchie

This place is great; it’s open from 8 am - 2 pm every day. Nico makes fantastic breakfasts, tacos, pork belly burgers, burritos, and more. He also makes spectacular fresh bread which sells out fast, so you need to get there early for that. Nico also has a sweet tooth and creates gorgeous Cremé Brûlée, but his masterpiece is his Canelé. I am not a religious person, but if there is a god and that god made a sweet treat, she would make Canelé! A Canelé is a small French pastry flavoured with rum and vanilla, with a soft, tender custard centre and a dark, thick caramelised crust.

NAMI / Ostend facebook.com/namiwaiheke

Nami is an excellent Japanese / Asian takeaway. They make fresh Sushi, Donburi and Dumplings. Nami uses fresh seasonal produce, so the menu changes often.

THREE FISHES / Ostend 021 0840 4302 facebook.com/the3fishes

The 3 Fishes is your classic Fish and Chip shop. The food here is delicious, but you must phone your order ahead. They don’t usually take walk-up orders as they get very busy; their menu is available on their Facebook page.

ONEROA SUSHI 027 6689 888

Sushi is made fresh every day, and sushi types range from teriyaki, katsu, rice paper rolls, Inari’s, tempura prawns and more. They have an online order system on order.gomenuhq.com.

VINEYARD DINING

Waiheke is world famous for its wine; our boutique vineyards produce award-winning wines, including Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Viognier and Chardonnay.

TANTALUS ESTATE / Onetangi 09 372 2625 tantalus.co.nz

Tantalus is a newer addition to the fine vineyard dining scene on Waiheke and has set the benchmark extremely high. No detail has been left to chance. A high standard runs throughout Tantalus, delivering a special mix of an amazing setting and an exceptional wine & food experience, with a modern menu and enticing options.

MUDBRICK / Church Bay 09 372 9050 mudbrick.co.nz

Mudbrick restaurant has been described as one of the most romantic places in the world and is one of Conde Nast Traveller’s top 10 places to get married on the planet. Choose the Flagship Mudbrick Restaurant for a sensory, romantic culinary experience, or relax in their modern bistro, The Archive, serving island-inspired dishes.

CABLE BAY / Church Bay 09 372 5889 cablebay.co.nz

An award-winning restaurant with an unrelenting focus on quality. Olive grove and sea views overlooking the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland city are enriched by an extensive art collection, featuring sculpture and paintings by leading New Zealand artists. Bookings advised.

STONYRIDGE / Onetangi 09 372 8766 stonyridge.com

Enjoy a relaxed dining experience nestled in a shimmering valley of olive trees, colourful vines, and the aromas of the south of France.

TE MOTU / Onetangi 09 372 6884 temotu.co.nz

Rural wine shed dining nestled in the vines, using homegrown and sustainable produce to create modern food with award-winning wines to match. Named Best

Rural Restaurant in Metro’s Top 50, 2014. Children and pet friendly. Bookings advised.

CASITA MIRO / Onetangi 09 372 7854 mirovineyard.co.nz

Renowned for its ambience, fine food & wines, Casita Miro specialises in Spanish cuisine and the wider Mediterranean Rim. Their 'tapas' and 'raciones' (large plates) are perfect for a fun, relaxed and social dining experience. Booking essential.

PODERI CRISCI / Awaawaroa 09 372 2148 podericrisci.co.nz

Enjoy al Fresco dining year-round in this stunning location, with the company of friends and great service from the Crisci family. The restaurant caters to casual lunches, family gatherings, or romantic dinners. The long lunch is a fabulous day out. Bookings advised.

MAN O’WAR / Eastern End 09 303 9677 manowarvineyards.co.nz

Journey to the Eastern End of Waiheke Island and discover the Tasting Room sitting on the beachfront at Man O’ War Bay. Relax and enjoy a tempting platter of cheeses, olives and other local produce.

THE BATCH WINERY / Whakanewha 09 372 3223 batchwinery.com

Located next to Waiheke Airstrip, The Batch creates fresh, seasonal, local food, all served to share. They cook their meat in a unique Josper charcoal oven, which reaches around 500 degrees Celsius; the results are amazing.

CELLAR DOOR & WINE TASTING

TANTALUS ESTATE / Onetangi 09 372 2625 tantalus.co.nz

Open seven days a week in summer. Phone to confirm off-season hours. Set within the main building with microbrewery. 

MUDBRICK / Church Bay 09 372 9050 mudbrick.co.nz

Open seven days from 10-5 pm in summer. Phone to confirm off-season hours. 

CABLE BAY / Church Bay 09 372 5889 cablebay.co.nz

Open 7 days from 11-5 pm. 

GOLDWATER / Surfdale 09372 7493 goldieroom.co.nz

Open Wed through Sunday 10–4 pm. 

POSTAGE STAMP / Onetangi 021 400 656 postagestampwines.co.nz

Hours vary. Phone to check opening hours.

CASITA MIRO / Onetangi 09 372 7854 mirovineyard.co.nz

Hours vary during seasons. Phone to check opening hours.

STONYRIDGE / Onetangi 09 372 8766 stonyridge.com

Open 7 days from 11:30–5 pm. 

MAN O’WAR / Bay Road 09 303 9677 manowarvineyards.co.nz

Open 7 days from 11–6 pm in summer and 11–4 pm in winter. 

PASSAGE ROCK / Orapui 09 372 7257 passagerockwines.co.nz

Open 7 days from 11–4 pm in summer. Phone to check off-season hours. 

KENNEDY POINT / Surfdale 09 372 5600 kennedypointvineyard.com

Open 7 days from 11–6 pm in summer and 11–3 pm in winter. 

THE BACH / Whakanewha 09 372 3223 bachwinery.co.nz

Open 7 days a week from 11.0 - 8.30 pm in summer and 11 - 5 pm in Winter. They offer lovely high teas and will send a minibus to pick you up and drop you home; booking is essential.

We do our best to keep up with the businesses offering experiences on Waiheke Island. New ones pop up regularly, and sadly some close down. But the following are some of our favourites.

FLYING FOX

ECOZIP / Onetangi 09 372 5646 - ecozipadventures.co.nz

Waiheke’s newest attraction offering the biggest adrenaline buzz on the island. Complimentary pickup from Oneroa village.

KAYAKING

KAYAK WAIHEKE / Matiatia 09 372 5550 - kayakwaiheke.co.nz

Rent a kayak or take a tour with a professional guide to see some of Waiheke’s most remote locations and special hideaways. They also provide ZORB ‘hamster’ balls, bumper balls, SUP and Windsurfing. Their sister company, Waiheke Adventure Centre, offers snorkelling trails, classic open boat sailing, E-Bike hire, mini golf, archery tag and air rifle target shooting

ARCHERY & CLAY BIRD SHOOTING

WILD ESTATE / Onetangi 09 372 3434 - wildonwaiheke.co.nz

A unique, boutique, multi-activity venue providing a diverse range of fun outdoor activities including archery and laser clay bird shooting, licensed café and brewery, set within the magic of a Waiheke vineyard.

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING

PADDLE BOARDING | Oneroa 021 727 794 - boardriderswaiheke.co.nz

FISHING CHARTERS

Epic Adventures 021 909 979 - epicadventures.co.nz

On The Hunt 027 423 4153 - onthehuntcharters.co.nz - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Fishing Waiheke 09 372 6237 - fishingwaiheke.co.nz

SCENIC FLIGHTS

FLIGHT HAURAKI 09 426 4276 - flighthauraki.co.nz

AUCKLAND SEAPLANES 09 390 1121 - aucklandseaplanes.com

WAIHEKE WINGS 09 390 1111 - waihekewings.co.nz

HELETRANZ 09 415 3550 - heletranz.co.nz

BOAT CHARTER

ISLAND SAILING 09 372 3241 - islandsailing.co.nz

ULTIMATE CHARTERS 0800 262 844 - ultimatecharters.co.nz

WAIHEKE BY SEA 021 704 011 - bysea.co.nz

WAIHEKE SAILING TOUR 027 477 9023 - classicboatcharter.com

HORSE TREKKING

WAIHEKE HORSE TOURS 027 532 7688 - waihekehorsetours.com

WAIHEKE HORSE WORX 027 272 6665 - waihekehorseworx.co.nz

CACTUS BAY

Cactus Bay is only reachable by boat, and we consider it Waiheke’s best beach. Pohutakawa trees grow out of the white sands, and Agave cactus grows on the western side of the beach. The water is clear and perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Kayak Waiheke (09 372 5550) has a guided sea kayak experience that goes there, and Waiheke by Sea (021 704 011) will take you there on one of their charters.

CERAMICS

WAIHEKE CERAMICS / Ostend 09 372 2663 - waihekeceramics.co.nz

Handmade ceramics designed and created here on Waiheke Island. Their designs draw on Danish and Māori heritage. Working with clay appeals to the Japanese aesthetic of Wabi Sabi, which celebrates the beauty of imperfection. Recreate that scene from Ghost and book a lesson with your friends!

WAIHEKE MUSEUM & HISTORIC VILLAGE

WAIHEKE MUSEUM / Onetangi 09 372 2970 - waihekemuseum.org.nz 

Experience a slice of old Waiheke. A volunteer-run site that has a reconstructed woodshed, a 1930s island cottage, three Bach-style cottages with period rooms and photo exhibits, a working manually operated telephone exchange and the original Waiheke Jail, which is still in use today; and if you step out of line, you could be spending the night there!

WHITTAKERS MUSICAL MUSEUM

WHITTAKERS / Oneroa 09 372 5573 - musicalmuseum.org

Whittakers is the only ‘Live’ Musical Museum of its kind in New Zealand. In addition to performances by invited musicians of both National and International renown, the Museum is open to visitors, offers educational music workshops, and provides special guided Group Tours by prior arrangement.

STONEY BATTER RESERVE 021 483 425 - stonybattertunnels.nz

Fort Stony Batter is a WWII Coastal Defence Fortress located at the Eastern end of Waiheke Island. The location was chosen for its strategic advantage of an uninterrupted view of the Hauraki Gulf and the shipping approach to Auckland city. Commissioned in 1942 under absolute military secrecy, the complex comprises 1.2 km of subterranean passages, chambers and stairwells all tunnelled by hand. The fortress was designed to take direct enemy bombardment and is in a very high state of preservation. This is an Architectural, engineering, and Construction marvel. They offer guided tours of the subterranean tunnel complex; in fact, Stony Batter tunnels are something of a tradition and legend amongst the Waiheke community. Abandoned and neglected for 60 years, locals used to adventure in the flooded sections, in the darkness and scare themselves crazy! Also part of the fifty-acre reserve are the stunning 8 million-year-old geological boulder fields, which are not found anywhere else in the Auckland region.

OSTEND MARKET

This a must do on the island, you never know what you’re going to find at the market. Tasty local food, coffee, gifts, bric a brac and bargains are all here.

EMERGENCY, POLICE & NOISE CONTROL

Emergency - 111

Non-emergency - 105

Waiheke Police Station - 09 372 1150

Noise Control - 09 301 0101

Healthline - 0800 611 116

Healthline Covid Advice - 0800 358 5453

Healthline Vaccination Advice - 0800 282 926

TOURIST INFORMATION

Tourism Waiheke (online only) - tourismwaiheke.co.nz

waiheke.co.nz (online only) - waiheke.co.nz

DOCTOR SURGERY

Oneroa Medical Centre - 09 372 8756

Ostend Medical Centre - 09 372 5005

DENTAL SURGERY

Oneroa Dental Surgery - 09 372 6849

Ostend Dental Centre - 09 372 7422

PHARMACIES

Oneroa Unichem - 09 372 8312

Ostend Unichem - 09 372 5245

FUEL

BP - Oneroa - 09 372 8876

GAS - Ostend - 09 372 8949

CHALLENGE - Onetangi - 09 372 2271

CINEMA

Waiheke Cinema / Oneroa 09 372 4240 - waihekecinema.net

Waiheke Cinema is a quirky 50 seat lounge owned and operated by the community, showing the latest movies and some local content.