Rotokauri
Rotokauri is a semi-rural suburb in western Hamilton in New Zealand. It is one of the future urban zones of Hamilton, along with Peacocke.[1] The outskirts of Rotokauri have an impressive orchid farm, all under glass, exporting blooms across the world, and providing ample local employment.
Rotokauri | |
|---|---|
Suburb | |
 Rotokauri, Hamilton | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Local authority | Hamilton, New Zealand |
| Electoral ward | Hamilton West |
| Population (2013 Census) | |
| • Total | 165 |
| Te Kowhai | Horotiu | Pukete |
    |
Te Rapa | |
| Whatawhata | Grandview Heights | Nawton |
The New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage gives a translation of "kauri tree lake" for Rotokauri.[2]
Demographics
Rotokauri had a population of 165 at the 2013 New Zealand census, a decrease of 21 people since the 2006 census. There were 75 males and 87 females. Figures have been rounded and may not add up to totals.[3] 88.2% were European/Pākehā, 11.8% were Māori, 2.0% were Pacific peoples and 3.9% were Asian.[4]
Education
Rotokauri School is a co-educational state primary school for Year 1 to 8 students,[5][6] with a roll of 200 as of March 2020.[7]
See also
References
- "Peacocke". Hamilton City Council. Retrieved 18 September 2010.
- "1000 Māori place names". New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage. 6 August 2019.
- 2013 Census QuickStats about a place : Rotokauri
- 2013 Census QuickStats about a place (Cultural diversity) : Rotokauri
- "Official School Website". rotokauri.school.nz.
- "Ministry of Education School Profile". educationcounts.govt.nz. Ministry of Education.
- "Education Review Office Report". ero.govt.nz. Education Review Office.