Hāwera

Few towns in Taranaki have a past as closely tied to the development of South Taranaki as Hāwera. Set amid gently rolling dairy country, it lies inland from the Tasman Sea, with Mount Taranaki forming the defining volcanic landmark to the north on clear days. The red-and-white Hāwera Water Tower, built in 1914 for the town’s water supply, remains its most recognisable structure. Hāwera is also home to Tawhiti Museum, noted for detailed displays exploring local settlement and regional stories. The town is a useful starting point for South Taranaki’s coastal roads, farming districts and small communities. Move on to other webcams in Taranaki to compare landscapes and settings around Hāwera.

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