Businesses – Shop Local in Wairoa
Take another look at Wairoa’s business community. Discover local shops, services, and trades across the Wairoa district and Mahia that keep our region moving. Support local and find everything you need while connecting with the people behind the businesses.
AFFCO Wairoa has been a cornerstone of the local economy for more than a century. Today the modern processing plant remains one of the district’s largest employers and an important part of New Zealand’s export industry.
Bradbury Jewellers is a long-standing local business led by master watchmaker Terry Moys, with more than 55 years of experience. Alongside expert watch repairs, the store offers jewellery, giftware and beautifully crafted pounamu pieces
Eastend Café is a vibrant and well-loved local café serving Havana coffee and fresh food made daily. A favourite meeting place for locals and visitors alike, it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
Eastland Building & Farm Supplies is an independent merchant supplying building materials, fencing, garden products and rural supplies. It’s a trusted local business helping support Wairoa’s building and farming communities.
Hammer Hardware has been part of the Wairoa community for over 140 years. From tools and paint to garden supplies and home projects, the store continues a proud tradition of helping locals get the job done.
Local Living is a much-loved boutique in the heart of town, offering women’s fashion, accessories and one of New Zealand’s best selections of knitting wool. It’s a store that has become a favourite with locals and customers across the country
New World Wairoa is a modern supermarket offering a wide range of fresh produce and groceries in the heart of town. The store plays an important role in everyday life for locals and visitors across the district.
New Zealand Mecates grew from a love of horses, tradition, and a quest to find quality tack. They use natural materials, hand prepared and grown on New Zealand pastures and craft everything by hand with care, with a sharp attention to detail, and with skills developed over a decade of dedication to their work. NZ Mecates specialise in the construction of Californian-style tack.
Osler’s Bakery & Café A historic, award-winning Wairoa institution, family-owned since 1910. A true local icon, Osler’s is famous for its traditional handmade pies, pastries, and the incredible aroma of freshly baked goods — all made on site. It’s the kind of place locals have loved for generations and visitors quickly discover.
Arigato Mum’s Sushi serves a delicious range of authentic Japanese dishes including sushi, sashimi, udon and bento boxes. Friendly service and fresh flavours have made it a favourite local dining spot.
The Limery is a 100% Kiwi-owned and operated citrus orchard and processing facility located at the mouth of the Wairoa River. It is known for being New Zealand's only dedicated lime-juicing operation of its kind, producing high-quality juices, whole fruit, and salad dressings.
Wairoa Garage specialises in the repairs and maintenance of cars, ATVs, and outdoor power equipment. They provide car servicing, auto-electrical work, and tow-bar installation and are official service agent for Toyota, Yamaha, and Stihl amongst others.
Farmlands Co-operative is New Zealand’s largest farmer-owned rural supplies co-operative, serving more than 70,000 shareholders nationwide. It operates a network of approximately 80 stores across the North and South Islands including Wairoa and provides a wide range of products and services tailored for farmers, growers, and lifestyle property owners
Te Kapu Apiaries is a family-run beekeeping business producing honey from native bush and clover pastures around Wairoa. Their range includes mānuka, rewarewa and bush blend varieties harvested from thousands of hives across the region.
Beauty Antix is a multi-award-winning beauty and skincare clinic offering professional treatments, retail products and day spa services. Their commitment to quality ensures clients receive world-class beauty therapy right here in Wairoa.
Turiroa Angus has over 75 years of experience in bull breeding and puts great emphasis on a strong female base, which comprises of 260 cows to the bull. This maternal strength, as the backbone of the breeding program enables Turiroa to produce a balanced genetic package, retaining the constitution & structural soundness of the Angus breed.
Pryde Contracting is a family-owned earthworks and civil construction company based in Wairoa, Operating for over 45 years. They have the capabilities to perform a wide range of jobs, ranging from farm work and residential services through to large scale civil construction across the East Coast.
Quality Roading and Services (QRS) is a 100% council-owned civil infrastructure company. Established in 1994, it operates as a council-controlled trading organisation (CCTO) for the Wairoa District Council, returning dividends to support the local economy. QRS specialises in a wide range of civil contracting and maintenance services across the Wairoa District.