Street Art

Explore creative masterpieces by talented local and international street artists throughout the Whakatāne District.

Giving the Ocean a Hand - Chorus Cabinet art

"I love to wrap images around cabinets where they are seen from all sides"

Yellow Submarine - Chorus Cabinet art

Painted as part of the Chorus Cabinet Art programme by Shane Walker, you'll find this mural in the Whakatāne CBD.

Movie Villains - Whakamax

"I was asked to paint some movie characters, found some cool ones and added my favourite colours."

Gone Fishing - Chorus Cabinet art

Painted as part of the Chorus Cabinet Art programme by Shane Walker, you'll find this mural near the Whakatāne riverfront.

Taurahere Tangata

Hidden within this complex mural by American street artist Brian Gonnella, Taurahere Tangata, are many stories, references, and important Tīpuna of the Kopeopeo area.

Public Art

Stroll through our streets and you'll discover a world of art that tells the stories of our community, history, and culture.

Te Tira Hou

A collaboration between Owen Dippie and Tame Iti this mural is titled 'Te Tira Hou' the New Generation.

Mana Wahine, Mana Whanau

"Mana Wahine, Mana Whanau" speaks to the connection between the empowerment and wellbeing of our women and thus, our families.

Taniwha - Te Maru Hotene (Canning Place)

This mural is a collaboration with Ushy Ushy from the Cook Islands and is about the migration of the waka from the Cook Islands to the Bay of Plenty, and keeping the connection alive between all of us.

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