Awhitu is a rural settlement on the Āwhitu Peninsula in New Zealand.[1]

History

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Awhitu was governed by the Awhitu Road District Board before amalgamating with Franklin County in 1915. Awhitu became one of eight ridings of Franklin County.[2]

Education

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Awhitu District School is a coeducational full primary schools (years 1–8) with a roll of 109 students as of August 2024.[3][4]

References

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  1. ^ "Awhitu". New Zealand History.
  2. ^ The Heritage Studio (July 2017). Franklin County Council Chambers (Former) (PDF) (Report). Auckland Council.
  3. ^ "New Zealand Schools Directory". New Zealand Ministry of Education. Retrieved 17 September 2024.
  4. ^ Education Counts: Awhitu District School

37°04′S 174°38′E / 37.067°S 174.633°E / -37.067; 174.633