Move your mouse across on the map, and click on the names of the different buildings to see more info. You'll quickly find out what the different parts of Te Awahou - Nieuwe Stroom are all about.

The Save Our River Trust is cleaning up the river loop, removing invasive weeds and tonnes of silt. It is also opening new walkways throughout the area. A Wetlands Kiosk is planned to provide visitors with information about the river and wetlands area. The area has United Nations Ramsar status, and is one of the most important wetlands areas in New Zealand. Some 93 species of birds call it home.

This museum and cultural centre tells the story of the Dutch in New Zealand – from Abel Tasman’s first encounter with the Maori to today. We’ll connect you with a touch of Dutch - the very best in art, science, tastes and culture that’s created or inspired by ‘Nederlanders’ who have made New Zealand their home.

The Te Taitoa Maori o te Awahou Arts and Crafts Centre will display local taonga and other treasures, crafted by artists from the region. There will be a strong emphasis on weaving - both traditional and modern.

This interactive centre provides activities and displays of traditional and modern Maori craft and art forms, like carving and weaving. Join in and give it a try!

Foxton’s wealth was built on the flax industry. Originally the town hosted some 35 flax mills in its vicinity. This museum runs one of the very few flax stripper machines that are left in the world. It's an impressive sight to see that great ancient machine working! The flax is still used for furniture making, Maori crafts etc.

Have a coffee and a scone, or come and enjoy lunch or your afternoon tea. While you are there, don’t forget to check out the Maori Batallion historic overview. You can sit outside in the sun and watch the blades of De Molen turn, and the world go by.

A working replica of a traditional 17th century Dutch windmill, some 30 meters high, featuring technology from before the industrial age. De Molen is fully operational and produces flour. Join one of the guided tours.

Your local library in Foxton has the answers to a million questions. For local residents, there is no charge to join up. Make the most of our wide range of resources.

i-SITE is New Zealand’s official visitor information network, with more than 80 branches. Once TANS is up and running, the Foxton i-SITE team will let you experience the region like a local. We’ll tell you about all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there. Plus we’ll take care of the bookings.

We provide customer services for Horowhenua District Council in Foxton. You can pay your accounts at our office, as well as your rates. You can also come and talk to us about local issues and request information.