Raglan, New Zealand
Raglan
Whāingaroa, or Whaaingaroa | |
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Mt. Karioi, Raglan and Whāingaroa Harbour | |
| Coordinates: 37°48′S 174°53′E / 37.800°S 174.883°E | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Waikato |
| District | Waikato District |
| Wards |
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| Community | Raglan Community |
| Electorates | |
| Government | |
| • Territorial Authority | Waikato District Council |
| • Regional council | Waikato Regional Council |
| • Mayor of Waikato | Jacqui Church |
| • Taranaki-King Country MP | Barbara Kuriger |
| • Hauraki-Waikato MP | Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke |
| Area | |
• Total | 7.22 km2 (2.79 sq mi) |
| Population (June 2024) | |
• Total | 3,840 |
| • Density | 530/km2 (1,400/sq mi) |
| Postcode(s) | 3225 |
Raglan (Māori: Whāingaroa or Rakarana) is a small beachside town located 48 km (30 mi) west of Hamilton, New Zealand on State Highway 23. It is known for its surfing, and volcanic black sand beaches.