Ohariu, Wellington Map

About Ohariu, Wellington

Ohariu is a locality in the Wellington Region of New Zealand. It is a small community with a population of 920. It sits at an elevation of around 185 m above sea level. It lies approximately 10 km north of Wellington, the regional capital. Ohariu is located at 41.2000°S, 174.7667°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a rural settlement.

Ohariu unfolds across a landscape of generous, rolling hills, their contours softened by time and the persistent, almost velvety green of pasture. It lies 9.7 km north of Wellington (from Wellington: bearing 356°T), and is situated 12.7 km west of Lower Hutt. The air here carries a faint, briny hint, a whisper from Ohariu Bay, some five kilometres to the east, hinting at the proximity of the vast Pacific. Native bush, a rich tapestry of ferns and hardy shrubs, clings to the steeper slopes, providing a stark contrast to the carefully managed farmland. Sunlight, when it breaks through the frequent Wellingtonian cloud cover, often paints the undulating country in hues of ochre and muted gold, revealing the deep folds and subtle undulations of the terrain. The Colonial Knob Walkway, a popular artery for local walkers, snakes its way through this varied scenery, offering glimpses of the distant sea and the broad sweep of the land.

The history of Ohariu is inextricably linked to the land itself, a narrative of settlement and sustenance. Dairy farming has long been the backbone of the local economy, the rich soils yielding a bounty that has sustained generations. This quiet industry is evident in the scattered farmhouses and the rhythmic hum of milking sheds that punctuate the rural stillness. While farming remains dominant, the proximity to Wellington has seen a slow but steady influx of residents seeking a more tranquil lifestyle, drawn by the natural beauty and the promise of a slower pace than the capital. This blend of agricultural heritage and burgeoning residential life gives Ohariu a distinctive character, a place where the echoes of the past mingle with the gentle unfolding of the present, all under the watchful gaze of Hornes Ridge to the north.

About This Ohariu Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ohariu, Wellington, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -41.2, 174.76667. 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 Ohariu.

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