Orere Point, Auckland Map

About Orere Point, Auckland

Orere Point is a locality in the Auckland Region of New Zealand. It is a small community with a population of 345. It sits at an elevation of around 34 m above sea level. It lies approximately 45 km east-southeast of Auckland, the regional capital. Orere Point is located at 36.9667°S, 175.2500°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a rural settlement.

Orere Point rests on a gentle sweep of land, its character defined by the slow exhale of the land towards the sea. It lies 29.4 km east-north-east of Papakura (from Papakura: bearing 68°T), and is situated 29.7 km east-north-east of Takanini. Rolling hills, cloaked in a patchwork of emerald farmland and pockets of native bush, descend with a quiet grace, their contours softened by the pervasive Auckland dampness. The air itself carries a subtle, briny tang, hinting at the proximity of Waiti Bay, a constant, unseen presence that shapes the very rhythm of life here. Streams, like silver threads, weave through the landscape, their waters eventually finding their way towards the broader embrace of the coast, feeding the Orere River as it meanders its final kilometres. The Hunua Ranges, a distant, hazy blue, form a stoic backdrop to this coastal fringe, their ancient presence a reminder of the forces that shaped this land.

The history of Orere Point is a story told in the enduring legacy of its agricultural roots. For generations, dairy farming has been the heartbeat of this locality, the rich soil yielding its bounty under the watchful gaze of the sun. The land here, once a wilder expanse, has been patiently cultivated, its native bush yielding to pasture and fences, a testament to the persistent efforts of those who have called this place home. While the immediate coastline is some distance away, the influence of the sea is undeniable, shaping the climate and the very character of the place. The Orere River, a vital artery for the surrounding farmlands, whispers tales of earlier times, of sustenance and transport, a silent witness to the evolving landscape and the quiet industry that continues to define Orere Point.

About This Orere Point Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Orere Point, Auckland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -36.96667, 175.25. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Orere Point.

Orere Point sits within the Auckland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Orere Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.