Whangaroa County
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CapitalKaeo
Today part ofNorth Island
| Whangaroa County | |
|---|---|
| County of New Zealand | |
| 1876–1989 | |
 | |
| Capital | Kaeo |
| History | |
• Established | 1876 |
• Disestablished | 1989 |
| Today part of | North Island |
Whangaroa County was one of the counties of New Zealand on the North Island, established in 1876. In 1989 it became part of the Far North District Council[1] when amalgamated with the Mangonui, Hokianga and Bay of Islands counties, and the Kaitaia and Kaikohe boroughs.
Whangaroa County centred around the eponymous harbour and extended from Totuna Point to Takou Bay. The county's hinterland comprises hills and valleys and includes the town of Kaeo. Prior to European settlement the area was largely forested. The county was the smallest in both population and size of any Northland county.[2]
Climate
The climate is characterised by mild winters and dry summers.[2]
