Welcome to Kawerau

The Hub of the Bay of Plenty
and gateway to the Tarawera Falls

Kawerau: Your Perfect Place to Live in the Bay of Plenty

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a regular, Kawerau is more than just a town — it’s a lifestyle! Known for its affordable, quality housing and vibrant community, Kawerau offers an unbeatable combination of natural beauty and modern convenience, plus a free heated puplic swimming pool and spa complex with a large covered barbecue area.

Surrounded by stunning beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, and native bush, it’s a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy everything from hiking and fishing to relaxing at the nearby Tarawera Falls or exploring local parks and walks.

The town itself boasts modern infrastructure, a 24-hour service station, a variety of food outlets, and a state-of-the-art supermarket, making day-to-day living easy. Plus, Kawerau is less than an hour’s drive to Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne, keeping you close to the best the Bay of Plenty has to offer.

Combine all this with a warm, welcoming community and endless recreational activities, and it’s easy to see why Kawerau is a great place to call home. Come for a visit — you might just want to stay!

Kawerau welcomes campervans and freedom camping

There are a number of sites around town that allow freedom and self contained camping that have powered and unpowered sites and also a waste dumping facility.

Putauaki toku Maunga
Tarawera River
Kawerau a great place to be

“The true wealth of a town lies not merely in the abundance of its riches, but in the richness of its residents’ and the natural beauty that surrounds them.”