A name that reflects strength and presence in the West Melton landscape and one of the street names in Te Whaiawa’s second stage.It is the NZ Falcon. The kārearea is NZ’s only endemic bird of prey and is revered in Māori culture as a taonga (treasure). Known for its speed and agility, the Kārearea can fly over 100km/h. It also famously features on the NZ $20 note.
Pronounced: Caar-reh-ah-reh-ah