Masterton, Rural administrative center in Wairarapa, New Zealand
The Waipoua Stream flows through Masterton, connecting the Ruamāhunga and Waingawa Rivers in a region characterized by sheep farms and agricultural lands.
Joseph Masters established Masterton in 1854 through the Small Farms Association, creating opportunities for working people to settle on farmlands.
Te Oreore Marae and Ngā Tau e Waru meeting house provide spaces for Ngāti Kahungunu and Rangitāne communities to maintain their traditions.
Masterton connects to Wellington via regular rail services and features multiple educational institutions, including primary schools, secondary schools, and a UCOL polytechnic campus.
During World War II, two battalions of United States Marine Corps stationed in Masterton, marking a significant military presence in this agricultural town.
Location: Masterton District
Inception: 1854
Elevation above the sea: 111 m
Part of: Wairarapa
GPS coordinates: -40.96667,175.65000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
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