Foxton, New Zealand
Foxton (Māori: Te Awahou) is a town in the Manawatū-Whanganui region of New Zealand - on the lower west coast of the North Island, in the Horowhenua district, 30 km (19 mi) southwest of Palmerston North and just north of Levin. The town is located close to the banks of the Manawatū River. It is situated on State Highway 1, roughly in the middle between Tongariro National Park and Wellington.
Foxton
Te Awahou (Māori) | |
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Town | |
From top, left to right: Main St Foxton, Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, De Molen Windmill, Court House Museum | |
| Coordinates: 40°28′18″S 175°17′09″E | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Manawatū-Whanganui region |
| Territorial authority | Horowhenua District |
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| Community | Te Awahou Foxton Community |
| Named for | William Fox |
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| Government | |
| • Territorial Authority | Horowhenua District Council |
| • Regional council | Horizons Regional Council |
| • Horowhenua Mayor | Bernie Wanden |
| • Ōtaki MP | Tim Costley |
| • Te Tai Hauāuru MP | Debbie Ngarewa-Packer |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.57 km2 (4.08 sq mi) |
| Population (June 2023) | |
| • Total | 3,380 |
| • Density | 320/km2 (830/sq mi) |
| Postcode | 4814 |
| Area code | 06 |
The slightly smaller coastal settlement of Foxton Beach is considered part of Foxton, and is located 6 km (4 mi) to the west, on the Tasman Sea coastline.
The population was 3,380 as of June 2023.
Foxton has preserved its heritage - both Māori and Pakeha - through its parks, heritage buildings and four museums. The Manawatū River Loop and estuary creates an environment that features walkways and Ramsar wetlands with 93 species of birds.