Learn about the northern section of Moores Valley in Wainuiomata, a seldom visited area which is earmarked for high...
Wainuiomata: Farming
The early settlers of Wainuiomata were primarily engaged in logging, which paved the way for farms to be established on the cleared land. Although much of this farmland has since been converted into residential areas, numerous farms still exist beyond the housing developments.
Near the top of Moores Valley is this small field where someone has planted a bus stop sign. Photo...
Moores Valley Road connects the oldest shopping area to a valley that epitomises the rural charm of Wainuiomata.
Coast Road in Wainuiomata, connects suburbia (Homedale) to the rugged southern coastline of the North Island.
I checked out the Old Whakanui Track and then crossed over Nikau Creek and bush bashed behind a swamp...
During the summer months, the southern section of Coast Road appears dry, presenting a stark contrast to the nearby...
In 1844, Frederick Weld guided a flock of sheep along the coastal route from Wellington to the grasslands of...
Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1953) showing some interesting features. Inc: Hine Road finishes at the intersection with Poole...
Looking at Sunny Grove when it was farmland in the 1940s. In view is farmland surrounded by hills and...
Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1946) showing some interesting features. They are as follows: 23 houses in Poole Crescent;
Aerial view of Homedale (mid 1946) showing some interesting features. They are as follows: 9 houses in Poole Crescent;
Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1945) showing some interesting features. Inc: old school buildings and Main Road Bridge.
Photo of Homedale taken in 1940, showing the school block surrounded by farmland. Substantial housing started in the 1950s.
Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1940) showing some interesting features. It show:The School block when it was farmland;
Tenders required for the Conveyance of about 18 Tons Sawmill Machinery from Wharf at Lowry Bay to Waitara.
Mr Damant was authorized to make a valuation of the properties formerly belonging to Messrs J. and D. Sinclair,...
To-morrow Messrs T. Kennedy Macdonald and Co. hold a sale which includes six sections in Fitzherberton, in the estate...
the estate of Messrs J. and D. Sinclair. The steel rails (lifted) realized £5 per ton, and (fixed down)...
The sale of sawmill plant, steel rails, machinery, rolling stock, and live stock in the estate of Messrs J....
The balance of the stock of Messrs J. and D. Sinclair, consisting of 14 draught horses, many of them...
WAINUIOMATA MUSEUM
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.