If you're planning to build a new home in the Central North Island, we're here to help. Explore our range of house and land packages in Taupō, Rotorua, Kawerau, and beyond. We also build homes across Tarawera, Putaruru, Tokoroa, Turangi, and even as far as Taumarunui and Te Kuiti.
The Central North Island region stretches from the geothermal wonderland and tourism mecca of Rotorua to the lakeside vistas of Taupō .
Rotorua was a pioneer of New Zealand’s early tourism era. It became known internationally as a spa destination from 1883 and has capitalised on its geothermal activity ever since. The geysers at Whakawerawera have been a long-term drawcard, but in the 1970s attractions such as Rainbow and Fairy Springs, the Skyline Gondola and Luge, and the Agrodome – featuring agricultural activities were added. Whitewater rafting and Zorb balling were added in the 2000s.
Mountain biking has established itself as a major attraction as many forest trails with easy access to Rotorua city were built. The influence of the Te Arawa tribe has played a big part in tourism, with the Te Puia Maori Arts and Crafts Institute becoming an attraction in its own right. Rotorua has a population of 56,000, which is served by hundreds of schools, and a hospital. The Waiariki Institute of Technology provides tertiary education.
Taupō sits on the northeastern shores of New Zealand’s largest lake, which it takes its name from. It has always been a popular summertime destination and is the largest town near the Mt Ruapehu ski fields and Tongariro Crossing. The Huka Falls, a spectacular gushing waterfall is only a short drive out of town.
Taupō has experienced much development in recent years with the opening of a Hilton Hotel and Taupō Motorsport Park becoming big attractions. An ever-expanding network of mountain bike trails was begun in the mid 1990s and are now firmly established and very popular.
Taupō has a population of around 24,000 and is another high growth area. It is served by many schools and Taupō Hospital. Both Taupō and Rotorua’s many attractions earmark them for high future growth, ensuring that the Central North Island team will be kept busy helping new customers into quality houses for many years to come.
Since 2009, Paul Marshall has been part of the Generation Homes team. As the owner and Managing Director of our Central North Island region, Paul’s construction experience stretches across a wide variety of projects.
Originally coming from a background in farming and building, Paul understands the importance of having good systems in place to ensure a smooth and time-efficient process.
Through good working relationships with our national supply chain, Paul has been able to extend the breadth of build work we can undertake. From multi-million dollar design and build projects, through to home and lifestyle properties, the Central North Island team also have an extensive portfolio of commercial residential build projects as well.
With a team focused on delivering warm, dry, healthy and sustainable housing to our clients, when you work with Paul and the team you are assured of a quality product that is delivered on time and on budget. No matter if it is a multi-build commercial residential project, an investment property, a holiday home or a one-off rural lifestyle retreat, our promise is the same.
A large portion of Paul’s business is now in the B2B space, working for community groups such as Iwi, Councils, and farming syndicates to bring their projects to fruition. One of the projects he and the team are most proud of is the new Whānau Āwhina Plunket Hub in Pukuatua Street, Rotorua.
Paul and his family live, work, and play in the Central North Island region. With a passion for mountain biking, the Central North Island team are proud supporters of the Craters MTB Park, along with a wide range of other community groups and sports teams.
