General
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What music events are on?
We have multiple music events that will be happening throughout Waterbourne. Some of these events will be free entry while others will be ticketed. For more information about the music nights click here.
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What artists are performing?
We have a full range of acts from around New Zealand and Australia acts. To check out the full line ups click here.
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What transport is available?
Click here to see a bus timetable. Otherwise there is parking available for those who wish to drive and there will be easy access to the beach for those who wish to travel via uber or taxi services.
To view our map with bus stops and parking locations click here.
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What water safety is being provided?
Waterbourne will be working with Takapuna Boating, Surf Life Saving (on the beach) and our own event personnel to ensure everyone is safe in the water.
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Where can I park my car?
Please refer to our map.
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Where can I stay afterward?
No one is able to stay on site after the music night finish. There are many local hotels and motels available and you can check them out below.
- Spencer Byron Hotel
- Takapuna Motor Lodge
- Takapuna Beach Holiday Park (camping)
- Air BnB Takapuna
There are also spots available to be picked up by Uber or taxi services and public transport is also available.
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How can I attend a free music night?
To attend a free music night please register. This however does not guarantee you a place in the venue and will be based on capacity. Guest who register however will have first priority.
Music nights
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What artists are performing?
We have a full range of acts from around New Zealand and Australia acts. To check out the full line ups click here.
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What music events are on?
We have multiple music events that will be happening throughout Waterbourne. Some of these events will be free entry while others will be ticketed. For more information about the music nights click here.
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Where can I stay afterward?
No one is able to stay on site after the music night finish. There are many local hotels and motels available and you can check them out below.
- Spencer Byron Hotel
- Takapuna Motor Lodge
- Takapuna Beach Holiday Park (camping)
- Air BnB Takapuna
There are also spots available to be picked up by Uber or taxi services and public transport is also available.
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When are music nights happening?
The music nights will be happening on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. For more information about these events please click here.
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Is there an age restriction?
Ticketed events are R18 and proof of ID will be required.
During the other days, Waterbourne will be open to all ages, but please be aware that on Fridays and Saturdays after 5:00 pm there will be a high volume of 22+ years olds, so may not be suitable for younger ages.
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How much does the event cost?
There will be 4 ticketed events that will range in cost according to your tickets and availability. There will also be 7 free music events.
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How can I purchase a ticket to a music night?
To purchase tickets please click here.
Movie nights
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What can I bring to the movies?
Drinking bottles, small mats or blankets for sitting on, small bags for essential items (please be prepared to have you bag checked upon entry).
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What do I need to bring to the movies?
You can bring small mats or blankets for sitting on. Please refrain from bringing seating as this will block the view for others. You may bring drinking water bottles but you cannot bring in drinks from outside the venue. There will also be food and drink available for purchase on site.
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What happens if it rains during the movies?
Feel free to pack raincoats/ponchos, however for safety reasons umbrellas will not be permitted. Movies will continue if it rains but if the weather gets increasingly worse the movie will be cancelled.
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What movies are playing?
The movies that we will be playing have not been released yet, check back on the movies page when we announce what will be playing. For a full list of movies being played checkout the movies page.
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Where can I park my car?
Please refer to our map.
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Who can attend the movies?
All ages can attend the movie sessions at Waterbourne, where we recommend registering beforehand. By registering you do not guarantee a place, however we will keep you updated on everything happening. To confirm a one of the limited reserved spaces, you will need to purchase a food package.
Please ensure that under 14’s have adult supervision, this means a parent, guardian, sibling or friend who is 18 or older.
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When are the movies?
The movies will be played on different weekdays those being Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays Night at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm. For more information check out the movie page.
Water Sports
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What types of water sports are taking place?
There is a large variety of water sports taking place such as
For more information about the sports click here.
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Who can compete?
The events are open to everyone that wants to challenge themselves and have some fun. However, there is different divisions you can join to suit your skill level.
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Can I join in for fun?
Everyone is welcome to join in, whether that’s participating or just watching from the shore. We do however, recommend you evaluate your skill level before registering in each division to ensure you are competing against the suitable age/ability level.
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Are children allowed to participate?
For each water sport/race, there will be age groups that the children can join. There is safety guidelines in the rules where guardians are required to be onsite and potentially be on the water with their child.
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Do I need to know how to swim to join in?
To compete in the water sports you must be able to swim. All participants will be wearing life jackets as part of the rules for public events.
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How can I watch the sports?
The sports can be watched from Takapuna beach. There will also be the rooftop bar which guests can relax on and watch the water sports.
We also have a bunch of other fun things lined up that you can enjoy while watching the sports from the reserve. For the full calendar of event check click here.
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How do I join in on the sporting?
To register for the sports go to their relevant page. Alternatively here is the summary of all water sports.
Transport
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How to bus to Waterbourne?
Please follow the link below to the AT website where you can plan out your route to Waterbourne at Takapuna beach. Our event map also shows the best bus stop to get off at in the middle of Takapuna Town.
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How to drive to Waterbourne?
To drive to Waterbourne take state hwy 1 and exit at Esmonde Road. For full directions please follow google maps and use our event map fo key roads/parking to look for.
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Where to park?
We recommend using public transport due to such a high level of visitors, however you can see all free and paid parking on our event map.
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Is there a shuttle available?
There is currently no bus shuttle available, but we are working with Auckland transport to see if we can make this happen.
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Where can I stay?
Unfortunately you are not able to stay at Waterbourne as it is closed overnight. However there are many local hotels and motels available inlcuding:
Beach Run & Walk
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What is the beach run for?
The beach run is to support sustainability and running for a cleaner coastline. For more information about the Beach Run click here.
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What distances are available?
There are 3 distinctive race tracks. 1km Accessibility Run, 4km and 8 km Fun Run respectively.
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Who can do the beach run?
The beach run is available to everyone of all ages.
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Is there a time limit for the run?
There is no time limit for the run, but we expect for everyone to finish by 12pm as water levels will have become difficult to complete after this time.
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How to apply for the beach run?
To register to take part in the fun run please click here.
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When is the beach run?
The beach run is on Sunday 7th March, starting at 9:00am.
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What do I need to bring?
We recommend run and walk competitors bring the following information
- Water to stay hydrated
- Running shoes
- A fun costume is optional, but we will be giving away prizes for the best sustainability focussed costume
Oceanbridge Beach Clean Ups
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Where are the beach clean ups taking place?
The beach cleanups will be happening at Takapuna beach, and Manuaku. For more information visit the beach clean up page.
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How do I register for the beach clean up?
To register to help out with the beach clean up you can click here.
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Where do I park my car?
Parking will depend on the location of your beach clean. You will receive this when you register.
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What is provided for the Beach Clean Ups
- Bags
- Gloves
- Rubbish Disposal
- 1st Aid Trained Staff
- Light refreshments and Water
- Litter Transect Methodology
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What do I need to bring to the beach clean ups?
- Sturdy shoes (hiking boots are best)
- Raincoat (essential) and warm clothes
- Filled water bottle
- Snacks
- Hat
- Dry top if you like (we might get rained on
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Is there water available?
There will water stations available at Takapuna beach, however for venues away from Waterbourne HQ you will need to bring your own water.
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Is there food available after?
There will be food and drink available from food trucks and the bar. Please note that ID will be required and we will not serve alcohol to minors or anyone who is heavily intoxicated.