Waewae Gold Hokitika

A recent name change, come and visit the newly rebranded Waewae Gold of Hokitika, formally known as The Gold Room. Enjoy learning about Westland’s gold mining history while admiring beautiful, locally crafted jewellery.

Visitors can watch skilled artisans transform natural gold nuggets and flakes—found locally—into stunning pieces of wearable art. The gallery showcases a range of designs, from delicate charms and chains to bold statement rings and pendants.

Each piece reflects the region’s rich gold mining heritage, with gold purity ranging from 94% to 98% in its natural form.