Experience our famous maunga to moana lifestyle
Taranaki offers a unique blend of stunning natural landscapes, remarkable history, rich arts and culture, sun-drenched beaches, vibrant events, unforgettable walks and hikes, and an award-winning dining scene.
It’s no surprise that Taranaki is a year-round holiday destination and sought-after place to live and work.
From apartment living and family bungalows through to farms and lifestyle blocks – the choice is yours in Taranaki.
And what’s more, the price tag on your new home won’t make your eyes water.
Median House Price
Taranaki’s median price increased 3.6% year-on-year to $580,000.
Owner-occupiers and first home buyers were the most active buyer group across the region, with a shortage of buyers in the higher-priced brackets.
Source: REINZ, QVNZ and RBNZ
Taranaki Region
$580K in Aug 2024, +3.6% compared STLYIn Taranaki a 10 minute commute to work is reality, even in New Plymouth.
Hāwera, Stratford, Inglewood, Waitara, Ōakura, Ōpunake, Urenui, and many of the other towns throughout Taranaki provide an inviting alternative to city living. In these smaller communities you will find affordable homes on spacious sections and lifestyle blocks with sea and/or mountain views.
Taranaki has a modern, extensive healthcare network - you can be assured you and your family will be well taken care of. Taranaki has a regional hospital in New Plymouth. The hospital has new patient wards and is undergoing a major rebuild. There is a smaller hospital for emergencies in Hāwera, and general practitioners, dentists, and dental clinics located throughout the region. In larger centres, there is access to weekend and after-hours healthcare.
Families moving to the region will need to contact general practitioners in their area and enroll. There are also general practitioners and surgical specialists throughout the region. There are pharmacies in all towns, and a large number of excellent dentists, physiotherapists, dieticians, midwives, and psychologists available.
The Taranaki Hospice, Te Rangimarie, offers on-site palliative care in New Plymouth and at-home throughout the region.
Building Networks
To meet new people and build new support networks many newcomers like to join groups such as the Taranaki Young Professionals, Taranaki Timebank or any number of other clubs and groups.
A great way to find out what’s available to do in your community is to contact your local library or district council: New Plymouth District Council, Stratford District Council and South Taranaki District Council.
Taranaki Daily News is available in print and online and often lists upcoming events. Live Magazine and Mood Magazine are free lifestyle magazines with stories and information about the local community.
Sport Taranaki lists information about sports events and clubs in Taranaki.
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Find your next career opportunity in Taranaki has to offer. We have a diverse range of thriving sectors along with a connected business community making Taranaki a great place to work, grow a business, and meet people in your industry.
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