Feilding

Built around a surveyed township established in 1874 by the Emigrant and Colonist’s Aid Corporation, Feilding grew into a rural service centre on the Manawatū Plains. The town lies in farming country west of the Ruahine Range, while the Manawatū River crosses the wider area to the south. Regular livestock sales at the Feilding Saleyards reflect agriculture’s continuing place in local life. Feilding is named for Colonel William Feilding, a company director associated with the settlement scheme. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Manawatū-Whanganui.

The Whanganui River and the central volcanic plateau define much of Manawatu-Whanganui – their valleys, pastureland and uplands underpin farming, forestry and outdoor travel. The region extends from the Tasman Sea coast across the Manawatu plains to Tongariro National Park, where Mount Ruapehu is an active volcano and a major landmark. Whanganui is one of New Zealand’s oldest European-settled towns, while the river holds profound importance for local Māori communities. In 2017, the Whanganui River was recognised in New Zealand law as a legal person, reflecting its relationship with iwi. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Manawatu-Whanganui relates to its surroundings.

New Zealand combines Pacific isolation with strong ties to the wider South Pacific in a way that reflects its position between the Tasman Sea and the open Pacific Ocean. The country’s two main islands are divided by Cook Strait, while the Southern Alps run along much of the South Island and include Aoraki / Mount Cook, its highest mountain. On the North Island, volcanic terrain shapes Tongariro National Park and the central plateau; long coastlines frame cities such as Auckland and Wellington. Māori culture is central to national life, and the Treaty of Waitangi, first signed in 1840, remains a foundational document in relations between Māori and the Crown. See how New Zealand fits within the wider South Pacific by browsing webcams nearby.