Kaponga is a small town in the southern part of the Taranaki region of New Zealand.

Ōpunake is 26 kilometres (16 mi) to the west and Eltham is 13 km to the east.

[3][4] The small town of Kaponga was settled in 1882, and has strong Swiss connections.

[7] There are many other businesses working in and around the village, mainly relying on the booming dairy industry.

These services include being able to register your dog, pay your rates or inquire about obtaining a building permit.

The LibraryPlus also has two APN computers, offering free internet and Skype to the public.

Although some people chose not to answer the census's question about religious affiliation, 56.3% had no religion, and 29.1% were Christian.

[14] St Patrick's started in 1921 with lessons held in the local church.

[20] In 1926 the club won the Manaia Hibernian Society 7-a-side cup before disbanding for a time.

A new club emerged in the area under the name Egmont United in 1929, made from Kaponga, Auroa, Eltham and Stratford players before dissolving in 1931.