Hauraki facts for kids

Hauraki is a Māori word that means 'north wind'. In New Zealand, this name is used for several different places and things. It often refers to areas in the northern part of the North Island.

What is Hauraki?

Hauraki is a special name in New Zealand. It is used for a gulf, a flat area of land, a district, and even a radio station. It has also been the name for areas that elect people to Parliament.

Hauraki Gulf: A Big Bay

The Hauraki Gulf is a large area of water. It is located near the northern part of New Zealand's North Island. Many islands are found within the gulf. It is a popular spot for boating and fishing. The city of Auckland is on its western edge.

Hauraki Plains: Flat Farmland

The Hauraki Plains are a large, flat area of land. They are located in the Waikato Region. This area was once a big swamp. It was drained to create rich farmland. Today, it is mostly used for dairy farming. Many cows live here.

Hauraki District: A Local Area

The Hauraki District is a local government area. It is also found in the Waikato Region. This district includes towns like Paeroa and Ngatea. Local councils manage services for the people living there. This includes things like roads and parks.

Hauraki, Auckland: A Suburb

There is also a suburb called Hauraki in Auckland. It is part of the North Shore area. Suburbs are smaller communities within a larger city. This Hauraki is a residential area where people live.

Radio Hauraki: A Music Station

Radio Hauraki is a well-known radio station in New Zealand. It plays music and broadcasts across the country. It started a long time ago. It was one of the first private radio stations in New Zealand.

Hauraki in Politics: Electorates

The name Hauraki has also been used for areas that vote for Members of Parliament. These areas are called electorates.

General Electorate

There was a Hauraki general electorate from 1928 to 1996. People living in this area voted for a Member of Parliament. This person would represent them in the New Zealand Parliament.

Māori Electorates

Hauraki was also the name of a Māori electorate from 1999 to 2002. Māori electorates are special voting areas. They ensure Māori people have their own representatives in Parliament. Since 2008, a similar electorate has been called Hauraki-Waikato.