Parau is a coastal locality situated in West Auckland within the Auckland Region of New Zealand. It falls under the local governance of the Auckland Council and is located near the village of Titirangi.
The community is comprised of Huia Road, Rauhuia Crescent, Staley Road, and Shirley Road. A notable feature of the area is Armour Bay, a beach where residents can swim in the Manukau Harbour or participate in tennis.