Whakatāne Harbour Cameras

If you intend going over the bar and are in doubt about sea conditions after viewing the BarCam image, check for yourself by visiting the Whakatāne Bar. The BarCam image shown below is the property of Whakatāne Volunteer Coastguard Association Incorporated and shall not be used for commercial or business purposes by any entity without the written permission of Whakatāne Volunteer Coastguard Association Incorporated.

Fees for Non-Members – As of 1 November 2022 Coastguard NZ has increased fees for rescuing non-members to $350 per hour. Join Whakatāne Coastguard for $75 per year to cover the cost of your rescue.

Channels Monitored

  • Whakatāne Ch 18, 60, 16
  • Opotiki Ch 18
  • Nowcasting Ch 79

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Whakatāne Marine Forecast

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Whakatāne Weather Forecast

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Whakatāne Tide Forecast

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Recent Emergency Callouts

This is a brief summary of calls to Coastguard Whakatāne for assistance.

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