Moores Valley Road connects the oldest shopping area to a valley that epitomises the rural charm of Wainuiomata.
Wainuiomata: History (Page 31)
Articles exploring the history of Wainuiomata, dating back to the 1860s
Documenting the fascinating history of Wainuiomata with an ever growing collection of articles. Includes posts about the origins and pioneering period of Wainuiomata to historical sites and artefacts. Each article is dated, but the date represents the subject and not the date when the article was written. For example, when an article primarily focuses on a photograph captured in 1840 or discusses topics related to that specific year, the article will be time stamped with that year.
This approach provides readers with an experience, allowing them to traverse through history in chronological order and gain a precise understanding of how historical events and elements are situated within the broader timeline of Wainuiomata’s history. Nonetheless, when an article covers a lengthy period concerning its main subject, it will be time stamped based on the featured image, most recent image, or the date of the main subject.
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Historical Articles
The History of Wainuiomata Primary School
David Johnson / / / History, Photos, Buildings, Schools / 1Established in 1857, Wainuiomata Primary School, a state school, resides in Homedale, the oldest suburb in Wainuiomata.
The McIlvride family holds a notable place in the early European settlement history of Wainuiomata. Their roots trace back...
Moness Woolshed
David Johnson / / / History, Photos, Farming, Huts / 0Moness Woolshed formed part of Hugh Sinclair’s former property, known as "Moness". The site is now occupied by Richard...
Mutuihe Farm in Wainuiomata
David Johnson / / / History, Farming, Homes, Huts / 0Mutuihe Farm was the homestead of William Bertram White, one of the earliest European settlers in Wainuiomata.
First Track to Wainui (1845)
David Johnson / / / History, Maps, Tracks / 0A map from 1848 of the Hutt Valley showing the first track to Wainuiomata in a location different from...
Pukeatua Ranges
David Johnson / / / History, Maps / 0The interesting detail in this 1846 map of Wainuiomata is that the hills are labelled the Pukeatua Ranges.
Ōrongorongo Station & Homestead in Wainuiomata
David Johnson / / / History, Buildings, Homes, Housing / 0Ōrongorongo Station in Wainuiomata was established around 1846 when Daniel Riddiford occupied the land after arriving in Wellington in...
Gollans Valley Station
David Johnson / / / History, Photos, Videos, Land / 0Gollans Valley, located in the hills between Eastbourne and Wainuiomata is the only property in Wainuiomata with an Eastbourne...
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