Paraparaumu

Paraparaumu is the main town of the Kapiti Coast in the south-western North Island of New Zealand; it is located 50 kilometres north of Wellington.

Paraparaumu is full of fun activities and attractions for visitors. The local shopping centre has over 50 stores, and includes banks, supermarkets and movie cinemas. North of the town is a farm park where you'll find farm shows and gourmet food producers of cheese, olives, honey, ice cream and other delights.

Paraparaumu Beach is the beginning spot for trips to Kapiti Island and The Kapiti Aero Club is a great place to find scenic flights and glider rides. If you love old vehicles, the local car museum has one of the largest collections in Australasia.

Paraparaumu History

Paraparaumu means "scraps from an earth oven" in Maoriparapara' means dirt or scraps and 'umu' means Oven. It is commonly abbreviated to "Para-Param", mostly by longer-term residents of European ethnicity.

Main Towns in the Wellington Region

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