Terms of Use

Last updated: February 2026

By accessing and using Whangamata.co (“the website”), you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.

Use of Content

All content on this website — including articles, images, graphics, and logos — is the property of Whangamata.co or its content providers and is protected by copyright law. You may not reproduce, distribute, or republish any content without our prior written permission.

You are welcome to share links to our articles on social media and other platforms.

User Contributions

If you submit comments, news tips, or other content to our website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, edit, and publish that content. You are responsible for ensuring your submissions are accurate and do not infringe on the rights of others.

Comments

We welcome constructive discussion on our articles. However, we reserve the right to remove comments that are:

  • Abusive, offensive, or defamatory
  • Spam or commercial promotion
  • Misleading or deliberately false
  • In violation of any law

Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, but we make no warranties or guarantees about the completeness or reliability of any content on the website. Information is provided for general purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. Visiting them is at your own risk.

Advertising

Our website displays advertising from third-party advertisers. We are not responsible for the accuracy of advertisements or the products and services they promote. The presence of advertising does not imply endorsement.

Limitation of Liability

Whangamata.co shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or reliance on any content published on it.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

Contact

For questions about these terms, contact us at admin@whangamata.co.

Written by

Whangamata News Team

The Whangamata News Team brings you the latest local news, surf reports, events, and community stories from Whangamata and the Coromandel Peninsula. Our writers live and breathe the beach town lifestyle, covering everything from weekend markets to council decisions, real estate trends to the best surf breaks. We are passionate about keeping our community informed and connected.