Kamo, New Zealand

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Kamo is a small township north of Whangarei, approximately five minutes from the Whangarei CBD.

[edit] History

Coal mining was an early industry in the area, with one of Northland's first railways being built to provide access from the mines to Whangarei for export. The railway still exists as part of the North Auckland Line.

[edit] Present

Kamo with a population of 20,000 is famous for having the northernmost traffic lights in New Zealand on the intersection of Kamo, Station and 3 Mile Bush Roads.

Currently, Kamo has two primary schools, one intermediate school, and two high schools of which Kamo High School is the largest, with over 1,200 students.[1]

All Blacks Bunny Finlayson, Bevan Holmes and Ian Jones played for Kamo Rugby Club as did notable Auckland Blues player Justin Collins and Auckland Blues coach Peter Sloane.

[edit] Notes

  1. ^ TKI School Information: Kamo High School Accessed March 29, 2007

Coordinates: 35°41′S 174°19′E


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