The 1894 Gollans Valley whisky still near Wainuiomata, a missing woodcutter, four Cameron brothers and the court case that...
Month: November, 2026
Bush Bash 93
David Johnson / / / Adventure, Bush, Bush Bashing, Cemeteries & Memorials, Reserves & Parks / 0I visited a historic cemetery on a short trek through the bush, followed by a visit to a Rock...
A video exploring the old Reserve Road, retracing the locations of historic photographs and uncovering hidden and lesser-known places.
Gollans Valley Station opens to the public by Christmas, with new walking tracks linking Butterfly Creek, Eastbourne and Pencarrow...
Richard Prouse Park seen from the Wainuiomata River
David Johnson / / / Photos, Reserves & Parks / 0A sweeping view across the expansive green playing fields of Richard Prouse Park in Wainuiomata, framed by trees and...
Rock Pool in Wainuiomata
David Johnson / / / Photos, Rivers, Swimming / 0Rock Pool is situated in Richard Prouse Park, near the driveway entrance from Hine Road. It gets its name...
From Burdans Farm to Gollans Valley
David Johnson / / / Videos, Gollans Stream, Orongorongo Catchment / 0Explore Burdans Farm, Gollans Valley on a scenic tramp through regenerating native forest, historic sites and rugged coastal hills.
St John's Anglican Church in Wainuiomata is up for sale after years of neglect and vandalism, with restoration or...
A historic bronze memorial plaque has been stolen from Sinclair Cemetery in Wainuiomata. Learn about the theft and how...
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