Groups call for an end to Hauraki Gulf bottom contact fishing
Conservation groups and recreational fishers have banded together for the first time to call for an end to destructive mobile…
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3 Waters Proposal – Have Your Say!
Hi, everyone – you have probably heard by now of the Government’s controversial “3 Waters” reform proposal and we highly…
Golf Club & Community Centre : COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
Please find attached the COVID-19 policy for the Omaha Beach Golf Club and the Community Centre. Covid-19 Vaccination Policy Announcement
Freedom Camping Notice – Important Message
Dear OBC Member Please click on this link Omaha Beach Community and Freedom Camping for an important message relating to…
Protecting the Whangateau Harbour
While many of us are aware of the sterling efforts of groups such as the Omaha Shorebird Protection Trust and…
Notification of Works for Omaha Boat Ramp Carparks
Hi, all – notification has been received from Council of upcoming work on the boat ramp car parks: Good afternoon,…
Notification of Works: Omaha (North) Footpaths – Renewal Work
Auckland Council and the Rodney Local Board have advised the following: Kia ora katou, This email is to notify you…
Freedom Camping – Important Message from Omaha Beach Community Inc.
Dear Member Please find attached an important message relating to freedom camping. If you have any queries please contact us,…
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING A POSITIVE COVID-19 CASE
OBC has been notified by the Omaha Beach Golf Club today as follows: We have been advised that one of…
Auckland Council Services at Alert Level 3 (Step 1)
Beth Houlbrooke, the Deputy Chair of the Rodney Local Board (Auckland Council), has kindly provided the following information: A full…
Warkworth Police – please follow Level 3 Travel Guidelines
“Warkworth Police are asking people to follow the Level 3 travel guidelines to keep our communities safe and stop the…
Auckland Council – Signs Bylaw 2022
Council is seeking feedback on the proposed new Auckland Council and Auckland Transport Te Ture ā-Rohe mo nga Tohu /…
Three Waters Reform : Have Your Say
From our Auckland City Councillor, Greg Sayers: The Government is proposing to radically change Auckland Council’s ownership of its drinking,…
Lawrie Road Community Recycling Centre temporarily closing
Breaking news – temporary site closure Lawrie Road Community Recycling Centre will temporarily close for redevelopment: with support from central…
August Update from the Warkworth Christian Foodlink food bank
Hi, everyone – like all food banks at the moment, our district’s foodbank is working extra hard to support local…
No cats or dogs in the Shorebird Sanctuary!
Hi, all – let’s support the great work done by the Omaha Shorebird Protection Trust in protecting our shorebirds. Here’s…
Wastewater Concern in Warkworth, not Omaha
We understand that unfortunately COVID-19 has apparently been detected in wastewater from Warkworth – see Stuff report. Please note that…
Omaha Beach Bowling Club – New Website
Our friends at the bowling club have an excellent new website that is well worth checking out!
Thanks for your help on the Volunteer Planting Day (Sat , July 10th)!
Many thanks from the community to all those who helped out with the planting day last month at Paraone Place…
Auckland Council – Sanctuary / Predator Fence Realignment
Hi, everyone – we’ve received this update from Aaron Pickering at the Auckland Council about upcoming work on the predator…
Tony Marks
We are sorry to learn of the passing of our friend and neighbour, Tony Marks, last week. Tony led a…
Rodney East – Ecological Connectivity Roadmap
Hana Aickin, Senior Conservation Advisor (North) in the Environmental Services Unit of Auckland Council recently emailed the OBC: Kia ora koutou, …
Traffic Updates – Causeway Speed Monitoring, Hill St Rebuild
There has been some pleasing progress on a couple of traffic concerns recently. Causeway – after the lowering of the…
Council Maintenance – if in doubt, please report it!
The OBC Committee recently met with our key Auckland Council contacts about ongoing maintenance at Omaha, especially when the Council…
Revitalising the Gulf – Government action on the Sea Change Plan
Revitalising the Gulf – Government action on the Sea Change Plan
William Fraser Reserve – Water Bore Treatment Upgrade
Council advises “that works have commenced for the upgrade of the treatment of the bore water for the public toilets…
Community Centre Re-Roofing Project
Auckland Council is commencing the community centre re-roofing project on Monday, 10th May 2021. The programme of works is expected…
NZ Govt – Supporting sustainable freedom camping
Minister of Tourism – Better rules proposed for freedom camping https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/better-rules-proposed-freedom-camping About the consultation https://www.mbie.govt.nz/have-your-say/supporting-sustainable-freedom-camping-in-aotearoa-new-zealand/#discussion-doc The Government is consulting…
Auckland’s Transport Network – Draft 10-year Plan
Kia ora This is your opportunity to help shape the future of our region. We would love your feedback on…
Notification of Works at Whangateau Esplanade (Omaha) – Asbestos Remediation
Auckland Council has today advised that works will be commencing mid-April on further planned remediation/asbestos containment alongside the seawall south…
Peter Jackson
We are saddened to hear that former Omaha Beach Community Life Member, Peter Jackson, passed away on April 1. In…
LEGASEA – Fish for the People
LegaSea is a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring the abundance, biodiversity and health of New Zealand’s marine environment. Success will…
Good news on Fibre Internet!
Media Release: Chorus brings fibre broadband to Omaha Fibre broadband is coming to Omaha and Chorus is holding a public…
2021 OBC Annual General Meeting
Come and join us at the Annual General Meeting: AGENDA FOR OMAHA BEACH COMMUNITY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 10 JANUARY 2021…
Troublesome Rubbish Bags!
We continue to have issues around the community with rubbish bags being left out early, being attacked by birds and…
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…
Sea Swimming Club
The club convenes most Sunday mornings at the Surf Club at 9am. Rain or shine these brave souls are usually…
GENERAL INFORMATION
Omaha Magazine
Keep up with the latest happenings in the Omaha Beach community with our 2020-21 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)! …
Matakana Cinemas
One of the “7 wonders of the Rodney World”! This world-class facility is a fantastic asset to the local community.…
Matakana Farmers Markets
Slip into that Saturday morning feeling at the Matakana Village 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 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…
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 Bowling Club
Omaha has an outstanding bowling club adjacent to the Golf club on Omaha Drive. The all-weather surface and welcoming club…
Omaha Shorebirds
The sand spit reserve at the northern end of Omaha beach is home to a variety of shorebirds and is…
Other Omaha Clubs
Other clubs active at Omaha include: Community Garden Club (Contact Dave 021 373 136 linda.dave@bachcare.nz) Waka Ama Club (Contact Gavin…
Quarry Area
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…
Sea Swimming Club
The club convenes most Sunday mornings at the Surf Club at 9am. Rain or shine these brave souls are usually…
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 what has become the heart of Matakana Village, The Matakana is a bit of an institution.…
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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