Tinopai facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tinopai
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Tinopai marina
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Northland Region |
| District | Kaipara District |
| Ward | Otamatea Ward |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 23.21 km2 (8.96 sq mi) |
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(2023 Census)
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| • Total | 240 |
| • Density | 10.34/km2 (26.8/sq mi) |
Tinopai is a small town located in the Northland area of New Zealand. It sits right on Komiti Bay, which is part of the big Kaipara Harbour. The Otamatea River also flows nearby into the harbour.
The town is about 23 kilometres north of Matakohe. Tinopai is a quiet place most of the year. Its population is around 240 people. However, many more people visit during the summer holidays.
North of Tinopai, on the road to Matakohe, you can find the Hukatere Scenic Reserve. This reserve has a walking track through the bush. Here, you can see large, old kauri trees.
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History and Culture in Tinopai
Early Days: Te Komiti
The area was first known as Te Komiti. It was a common stop for Māori travellers using the Kaipara Harbour. In 1852, a large church made of raupo (a type of reed) was built here. It was big enough to hold hundreds of people.
Fruit Growing and New Name
In 1915, a group called the Komiti Fruitlands Development Association bought a large area of land. They planned to grow fruit, especially apples. To help ship the apples, they built a wharf in 1917. In 1918, they changed the area's name to "Tinopai Fruitlands." However, apple growing stopped in the mid-1930s. This was due to the Great Depression and problems with how the farms were managed.
Māori Meeting Places: Marae
There are several important marae (traditional Māori meeting grounds) in the Tinopai area. These marae are special places for the local Māori people. They are used for gatherings, ceremonies, and to connect with their history and culture.
- Ngā Tai Whakarongorua Marae and its meeting house, also called Ngā Tai Whakarongorua, are connected to the Te Uri o Hau and Ngāti Whātua iwi (tribes).
- Waihaua / Arapaoa Marae and its Kirihipi meeting house are also linked to Te Uri o Hau and Ngāti Whātua.
- Rāwhitiroa Marae and its Rāwhitiroa meeting house are a meeting place for Te Uri o Hau and the Ngāti Whātua hapū (sub-tribe) called Te Popoto.
- The Waiōhou and Waiotea / Tinopai marae grounds are also important meeting places for both iwi.
Tinopai's Population and People
| Historical population for Tinopai and surrounds | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 2006 | 189 | — |
| 2013 | 174 | −1.17% |
| 2018 | 210 | +3.83% |
| 2023 | 240 | +2.71% |
In 2023, Tinopai had a population of 240 people. This was an increase of 30 people since 2018. The population has grown by 66 people since 2013.
There were 126 males and 111 females living in 99 homes. The average age of people in Tinopai was 57.1 years old. This is older than the national average of 38.1 years.
Age Groups in Tinopai
- About 17.5% of the people were under 15 years old.
- Around 7.5% were aged 15 to 29.
- About 42.5% were aged 30 to 64.
- Roughly 32.5% were 65 years or older.
Ethnic Backgrounds
People in Tinopai come from different backgrounds:
- About 71.2% identified as European (Pākehā).
- Around 50.0% identified as Māori.
- Smaller numbers identified as Pasifika (2.5%), Asian (2.5%), or other ethnicities (2.5%).
Languages Spoken
Most people in Tinopai (96.2%) speak English. About 10.0% speak the Māori language. A small number (2.5%) speak other languages.
Where People Were Born
About 7.5% of Tinopai's residents were born overseas. This is lower than the national average for New Zealand, which is 28.8%.
Religion and Beliefs
When asked about their religion:
- 31.2% identified as Christian.
- 1.2% identified as Muslim.
- 5.0% followed Māori religious beliefs.
- 1.2% identified with New Age beliefs.
- 1.2% followed other religions.
- A large number, 57.5%, said they had no religion.
- 5.0% did not answer the question.
Education and Work
Of those aged 15 and older:
- About 10.6% had a university degree or higher.
- Around 51.5% had a certificate or diploma after high school.
- About 34.8% had only high school qualifications.
The average income in Tinopai was $22,800. This is lower than the national average of $41,500. Only a small number of people (3.0%) earned over $100,000.
Regarding work:
- 27.3% of people aged 15 and over worked full-time.
- 7.6% worked part-time.
- 4.5% were unemployed.
Education in Tinopai
Tinopai School is a local school for children from Year 1 to Year 8. It teaches both boys and girls. The school first opened on September 13, 1916. It currently has 12 students as of February 2024. .
