Matakana Coast Trail Trust – Newsletter
Dear Friends of the Matakana Coast Trail Trust Please find our November newsletter attached along with an invitation to…
AT Local Community Safe Speeds Initiative
Local Community Safe Speeds Initiative – Matakana Area (including Leigh, Omaha and Tawharanui). In spring and summer, Auckland Transport is…
Increased Security for Holidays
Please note that OBC has arranged for Insite Security to patrol the community during both the current school holidays and…
Regional Parks Management Plan Review
Auckland’s 28 regional parks encompassing 41,000 hectares are shining treasures, jewels of the Tāmaki Makaurau parks and open space network.…
Water quality and natural environment targeted rates 2019-20
An update from the Rodney Local Board: “Protecting our natural environment and waterways is a priority for Aucklanders. Auckland Council’es…
Update from the Forest Bridge Trust
An update from the team at the Forest Bridge Trust Connect the Dots Update July 2020
Draft Rodney Local Board Plan – have a say!
If you’d like to read and comment on the draft plan from the Rodney Local Board Plan then please go…
Matakana Coast Trail Update
The latest newsletter from the Matakana Coast Trail Trust about progress on “connecting Pūhoi to Mangawhai” Trust Newsletter July 2020
Mahurangi Locals’ Lunch – July 28th
Organised by the Matakana Community Group, these very successful lunches are to encourage new and existing residents around the district…
Whangateau Harbour Esplanade – Asbestos Management
Mike Feather from Auckland Council has kindly updated us on the project to address the asbestos concerns at Whangateau Harbour…
UPDATED – Rabbit Cull Operation
We are advised by the Auckland Council’s contractor that a rabbit culling operation will be undertaken on the full-length of…
Speed Reduction to 60 km/h on Causeway from 30th June
Under their Speed Limits Bylaw (see https://bit.ly/30F66gd), Auckland Transport will “set safe and appropriate speeds on roughly 700km of roads…
Say NO to Warkworth Motorway Tolling Proposal
The NZ Transport Agency proposes to toll motorists on the new motorway from Puhoi to Warkworth, charging an additional $2.40…
Dome Valley Landfill – Submission by Mahurangi East R&R
Here’s a helpful update from our friends at Mahurangi East R&R Association (MERRA) …. As you are likely aware Waste…
4 Lanes for Matakana Link Road!
Good news for improving traffic management through Warkworth. See the article from Local Matters
Troublesome Rubbish Bags!
We continue to have issues around the community with rubbish bags being left out early, being attacked by birds and…
COVID-19 : Are you in need of help?
Need Help during the Lockdown? If you need assistance during the lockdown period, Omaha Beach Community suggests these options: If…
Protecting Oystercatchers at the Northern End
An important reminder to all those using the northern end of our beach, especially dog owners! Our friends at the…
Dome Valley Landfill – Submissions
Beth Houlbrooke from the Rodney Local Board has kindly advised us that Waste Management’s Resource Consent application to construct and…
Council Advice about Dogs during Lockdown
Auckland Council’s Animal Management team has some very straightforward advice for dog owners (such as myself!) during the lockdown period:…
Omaha Beach Superette is Open!
Confirming that our greatly valued superette at Omaha will be able to remain open during the lockdown but please note…
Dog Owners – was this you?
Hi, resident or visiting dog owners – from one dog owner to another, please pick up after your dog. And,…
COVID-19: Are you self-isolating at Omaha?
Official COVID-19 NZ Govt Info – see https://covid19.govt.nz/latest-updates/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmdzzBRC7ARIsANdqRRlpgbyKFHmbL0bh0zHprd0RcG7HmCOREGN7aoYo6KPKB_CTUvo1EtwaAtBBEALw_wcB Groceries: call Vinod at the Omaha Superette on 09 422 9475 as he…
Water Situation
We’re all aware of the difficulties for many in Omaha and around parts of Auckland with their water. OBC is…
OBC 2020 AGM Minutes
On behalf of the OBC Committee, our thanks to all those who attended (or gave apologies for) the AGM held…
GENERAL INFORMATION
Omaha Magazine
Keep up with the latest happenings in the Omaha Beach community with our 2019-20 magazine. If you haven’t received your hardcopy, please email us@omahabeach.co.nz
ACTIVITIES
Cycling
The road cycling can be limited, with some narrow roads, so while the rides are epic, they can be dangerous…
Fishing and Boating Club
The noise continues to build and the call is out for the lucky ones to be the first to establish…
Jin Jin
A great place to dine in Matakana. An Asian Fusion theme … and with great curries (specials on Wednesdays)! …
Lawn Bowls
Omaha has an outstanding Bowling club adjacent to the Golf club on Omaha Drive. The all weather surface and welcoming…
Matakana Cinemas
One of the “7 wonders of the Rodney World”! This world class facility is a fantastic asset to the local…
Matakana Farmers Markets
Slip into that Saturday morning feeling at the Matakana Villlage Farmers’ Market – a true foodie’s heaven with a focus…
Matakana Market Kitchen
Matakana Market Kitchen is all about the simple pleasures of relaxed dining. The menu is seasonal, creative and thoughtful, with…
Omaha Beach Golf Club
This beautiful links course offers a challenge for professional and amateur golfers alike. Sitting on a sand base and flanked…
Omaha Beach Tennis Club
The Omaha Beach Tennis Club is a superb 3 court facility adjacent to the Omaha Beach Community Centre and the…
Omaha Ocean Swimming Club
The mighty “OOSC” convene most Sunday mornings at the Surf Club at 9am. Rain or shine these brave souls are…
Omaha Shorebirds
The sand spit reserve at the northern end of Omaha beach is home to a variety of shore birds and…
Omaha Surf Life Saving Club
Omaha Beach SLSC was first established in 1988 and we are located on Frazer Reserve, Omaha Beach, about 45 minutes north…
Quarry Area (South Omaha)
Located near the Southern end, the Quarry can be accessed off Mangatawhiri Drive. Car parks are available. This project is…
Running and Walking
Omaha has an enviable network of paths and tracks that all loop the suburb back to the beach. From exploring…
Sawmill Brewery and Smoko Room
An independent, New Zealand owned, brewery it is run by a small team and located in a paddock just outside…
Surfing
There are some great local spots in Omaha and surrounds. The bar is popular, and easy to spot other surfers…
The Matakana
Built in 1903 in the what has become the heart of Matakana Village, The Matakana is a bit of an…
The Stables Restaurant&Bar and Smiths
The Stables and Smiths are both located in the Matakana Country Park. The Stables is a one of a kind…
A VACATION
NEAR YOUR
HOME
Just 55 minutes from the Auckland CBD, Omaha boasts one of New Zealand’s best white sand beaches, clean air, crystal clear waters and uninterrupted gulf and island views. Omaha provides options for every water sport and provides safe swimming for children. A championship 18 hole golf course, tennis courts, bowling greens, kids’ playgrounds, reserves and walking&cycling tracks complete the family activities that round out this idyllic coastal playground. Omaha Beach is flanked by world class cafes, restaurants, galleries, vineyards, farmers’ markets and the charming town of Matakana.
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