Pokeno and Beyond

Located in the north Waikato, positioned alongside the Waikato Expressway, just south of the Bombay Hills, Pokeno is only 53km south of central Auckland and 72km north of Hamilton. The current population is at around 2000 residents, but is expected to increase to a population between 5000 and 7000 in the next 10-15 years. The town’s continuous growth is undeniable.

Pokeno - meaning ‘a place of refuge’ - has gained the reputation as a safe haven where people can escape the stresses of city life and relax amongst friends and family - Perfect for those wanting a balanced city-rural life, as with its reasonable house prices, locals can still commute to the city while still living the rural Kiwi lifestyle.

A Modern Lifestyle, Without The Hussle & Bustle

Already a popular destination for those looking to escape the congestion of city life and enjoy the wide-open spaces, Pokeno still provides all the comforts for a modern lifestyle and is within a short distance of everything today’s family needs to prosper. As the village expands Pokeno will offer a self-sustaining lifestyle, providing a balance where you can live, work and play - benefitting from the services and infrastructure of an urban lifestyle in a strategically located rural setting:

  • The local village provides all the essentials for day-to-day life, plus the home of New Zealand’s ‘Biggest Ice Cream’, Pokeno Bacon, and the Pokeno Country Café 
  • Pokeno School, catering for pre-school, primary and intermediate age groups, has been the heartbeat of the village for generations, and plans to expand teaching capacities, sports and recreational facilities
  • There is a choice of Secondary Schools at Tuakau and Pukekohe with bus services to both
  • A new business park, covering 80 Hectares at the southern end of Pokeno, will provide significant employment opportunities for the Franklin and North Waikato regions
  • Local stores and a proposed supermarket are supported by more shops at Pukekohe, with Sylvia Park and Botany just 30 mins away for all the retail therapy you could ever wish for
  • The Pokeno Farmers Market, held every Sunday, is a popular ritual for many to come sample the home made produce, quirky nic-nacs or simply relax in the sun listening to one of the local musicians
  • All new sections within Pokeno Village Estate benefit from brand new infrastructure and modern technology such as high-speed fibre optic broadband

Nature’s Playground

Not only is Pokeno perfectly situated for access to the cities, but the village is also surrounded by a wealth of recreational activities all within easy reach. Spend an hour or take the whole day and enjoy the country-side as you visit the local attractions:

  • West Coast Beaches including Karioitahi, Port Waikato and Raglan Surf Beach
  • Awhitu Peninsular and Manukau Heads
  • Hunua Ranges and Falls Reserve
  • Miranda Hot Springs and Shorebird Centre
  • Firth of Thames and fishing
  • Coromandel and Bay of Plenty beaches
  • Golf Courses at Maramarua, Onewhero and Pukekohe
  • Glenbrook Vintage Railway
  • Franklin Zoo Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Hampton Downs Raceway
  • Rata Lodge Boutique Retreat and Spa