Tuakau

Tuakau is a town in the Waikato region, located on State Highway 22 approximately 50 km south of Auckland and 30 km north-west of Pukekohe. It sits on the banks of the Waikato River.

Tuakau is a rural service town with a compact centre. The Tuakau Bridge crosses the Waikato River connecting the town to the western side. The surrounding area is dairy farming and horticulture.

By Plane

The nearest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), approximately 50 km north.

By Car / Road

Tuakau is on State Highway 22, about a 40-minute drive south of Auckland. Bus services connect Tuakau to Pukekohe and Auckland.

The town is walkable. A car is needed.

Waikato River — The river at Tuakau.

Tuakau Bridge — The bridge crossing the Waikato River.

Walk the river banks.

Cafes and takeaways.

Cafes serve coffee.

Tuakau has limited accommodation. Pukekohe has more options.

Tuakau has a supermarket and local shops.

• Pukekohe — 30 km south-east, raceway and Sunday market
• Auckland — 50 km north, largest city
• Port Waikato — 30 km west, Waikato River mouth
• Hamilton — 80 km south, Waikato city
• Huntly — 50 km south, power station town