Koné, New Caledonia

Koné (French pronunciation: [kɔne]) is a commune in the North Province of New Caledonia, a special collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean.

The average annual rainfall is 1,034.7 mm (40.74 in) with February as the wettest month.

The aim has been to develop Koné and neighbouring towns into an economic growth pole, anchored by the large Koniambo project and nickel mine.

The idea has been to give Kanak peoples job opportunities independent from France and the loyalist Southern Province.

This 'VKP' zone is now established, with a marked increase in business activity, construction, and public facilities (library, cinema, swimming pool) since the mid 2000s.