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KILOMETERS FROM WHAKATANE
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77km
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Welcome to Kawerau
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33km
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A beautiful, close-knit community, reserves, walkways and nature on your doorstep.
The district offers primary, secondary and tertiary education, active community groups and organisations, and sporting clubs such as athletics, bowling and swimming at the wonderful Maurie Kjar Aquatic Centre.
Kawerau also offers affordable properties and new build opportunities. Your dream home and land packages available at existing developments like Central Cove. The newest 104-lot residential subdivision coming soon in 2026!
Kawerau’s strengths include clean energy production, industrial engineering and manufacturing, with new land available for industry, manufacturing and service industries.
Visit kaweraudc.govt.nz for more information.
The district offers primary, secondary and tertiary education, active community groups and organisations, and sporting clubs such as athletics, bowling and swimming at the wonderful Maurie Kjar Aquatic Centre.
Kawerau also offers affordable properties and new build opportunities. Your dream home and land packages available at existing developments like Central Cove. The newest 104-lot residential subdivision coming soon in 2026!
Kawerau’s strengths include clean energy production, industrial engineering and manufacturing, with new land available for industry, manufacturing and service industries.
Visit kaweraudc.govt.nz for more information.
Kawerau Business Directory
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Gateway Funeral Services
24 hours. 2-4 Ranfurly Court. Ph 07 308 6102. E: [email protected]. M: 027 9714549 W: www.gateway.funeral.co.nz Kawerau i-Site
at the Bus Terminal, Plunket St. Permits to Tarawera Falls & trout fishing. Ph 07 323 6300. New World Kawerau
Open 7 days. Tarawera Court. Ph 07 306 9310. |
Kawerau Accommodation
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Firmin Lodge
Modern affordable group accommodation. Waterhouse St. P: 07 306 9009 |
Kawerau Activities
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Rangitaiki & Motu Jet Boat Tours
Adventure & excitement. Suitable for all ages. Ecological & Historical Commentary. Bookings Essential. Ph Mark 027 4707315. Tarawera Falls
Discover the must-see natural wonder! Access to the falls is via private forestry roads from Kawerau township (off SH 30, between Rotorua and Whakatane). To visit obtain a permit $10 per vehicle from the Kawerau i-site. Permits are issued weekends & public holidays only, so plan your trip accordingly. Maurie Kjar Aquatic Centre
The Maurie Kjar Aquatic Centre is a fabulous family-friendly complex free to use and offers a wide range of activities, a covered BBQ and seating area, splash pad, and inflatable bouncy pillow. Outside of the pool's operating hours, the complex is available for hire for private functions, birthdays, events and company functions. Tarawera River Trails
Wander alongside the serene Tarawera River on this peaceful forest trail. Perfect for a short hike or jog, the track offers shady spots, river views, and a quiet escape into nature—starting from Boyce Park or Firmin Field. Stoneham Walk
Stroll through lush gardens, native bush, and across charming bridges on this scenic walk through Kawerau. Discover the Ruruanga Stream, a kids-only trout fishing spot, and a memorial to Roy Stoneham—all woven into a relaxing loop near the town centre. Monika Lanham Reserve
Explore Kawerau’s heart at Monika Lanham Reserve, where walking tracks connect the town’s green spaces and reservoirs. It is a perfect blend of nature, history, and community spirit—ideal for a peaceful walk or a deeper look into local heritage. Putauaki
also known as Mount Edgecumbe is a dacite volcanic cone located three kilometres east of Kawerau, the mountain rises to 820m above sea level. See i-site for access instructions & permits. |
Maurie Kjar Aquatic Centre
