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Kawerau

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand · Oceania

About Kawerau

Kawerau sits on the route: 20 minutes from Edgecumbe, 40km from Rotorua.

Kawerau is a town located in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. With a population of 7,670, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Kawerau sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kawerau to your route.

About Kawerau

Kawerau is a town in the Bay of Plenty Region on the North Island of New Zealand. It is situated 100 km south-east of Tauranga and 58 km east of Rotorua. It is the seat of the Kawerau District Council, and the only town in Kawerau District. Kawerau is a small community, with an economy that is largely driven by the

Read more nearby pulp and paper mill that is run by Norske Skog and OJI Fibre Solutions. It is located along State Highway 34, southwest of Onepu, and is the terminus of the East Coast Main Trunk Railway, and the commencing point of the Murupara Branch railway. Kawerau is among the three towns in New Zealand with a majority Māori population, along with Ōpōtiki and Wairoa. Kawerau was one of the worst-affected towns in the 1987 Edgecumbe earthquake.

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Kawerau offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kawerau located?

Kawerau is located in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -38.1000 latitude, 176.7000 longitude.

What is the population of Kawerau?

Kawerau has a population of approximately 7,670 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
7,670
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Bay of Plenty
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-38.1000, 176.7000

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

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Worth the detour from Kawerau

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Rainbow Springs Nature Park

Rotorua nature park showcasing New Zealand's unique wildlife including kiwi in a natural bush setting.

39 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Rotorua

New Zealand's geothermal wonderland with erupting geysers, boiling mud pools, steaming lakes, and rich Māori cultural experiences.

40 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Surreal geothermal area with the vivid green Devil's Bath, the Champagne Pool, and the Lady Knox Geyser.

40 km · about 45 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Kawerau.

Edgecumbe

🇳🇿 New Zealand

17 km awayPop. 1,900

Awakeri

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Taneatua

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Whakatane

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30 km awayPop. 18,602

Ohope Beach

🇳🇿 New Zealand

36 km awayPop. 3,250

Ohinemutu

🇳🇿 New Zealand

37 km awayPop. 1,260

Hamurana

🇳🇿 New Zealand

39 km awayPop. 1,130

Victoria

🇳🇿 New Zealand

40 km awayPop. 2,290

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