Scout Hut, also known as Pearson Hut, stood from 1912 until 1995 in Reservoir Valley. Tom Vivian Pearson (1914–2003) and later his son John Devonald Pearson (1944–present) were the lessees of a hut along Reservoir Road, situated at the northern end of what is now the Gums Loop Track. This area, known as The Terrace, is elevated above the riverbank. The hut stood from 1912 until 1995 when it succumbed to a fire. Nearby, there was another hut known as Mackay Cottage.
This aerial photograph of Homedale in Wainuiomata taken on 16 of January 1941 shows a number of interesting features.
A view of the Wainuiomata Stream joining the Wainuiomata River. The stream notably boosts the river's flow.
Hair Street branches off Moores Valley Road near The Village. Despite its proximity to shops, the street feels secluded.
The works referred to herein are the tunnel and approach roads proposed to be built to provide improved access...
A light twin-engine aircraft carrying two or three persons crashed on Orongorongo Station, south of Wainuiomata last night.
Further correspondence from Mrs Isabella McIlvride, in reference to her claim for compensation for losses sustained.
Councillor Petherick asked the Engineer when the Wainui-o-mata waterworks were expected to be completed...
1869 Jan – John Stack – commenced employment at Haslam’s Sawmill. Evening Post: 19 Jan 1870.
