Image sourced from Alexander Turnbull Library.
The Sinclair Sawmill Hut in Moores Valley is visible in the background with signs of recent logging. This photograph was taken by Frederick James Halse on April 1, 1888. In the foreground is a bridge over the Wainuiomata Stream as seen from Smiths Whare (Stock’s Whare) which overlooked the Wainuiomata River.
WANTED, several good Bushmen, used to hill country preferred. Apply Strand Brothers, Lower Hutt. WANTED to Purchase, Iron Saw...
Aerial photos from 1941, 1942, and 1954 reveal up to four Sinclair family homes, including Glenhill, Northbrook, Moness, and...
Originally built in 1867 by John Mowlem, the property transitioned to brothers-in-law Duncan and John Sinclair.
The Wainui-o-mata Waterworks are all but completed. The whole of the pipes have been laid in position, and Mr...
Pictured is Hine Road Recreation Area in 1989. You can clearly see the old maintenance road above Reservoir Road.
Evening light bathing Nikau Creek Valley in Wainuiomata Regional Park. This valley has a short walking track alongside a...
The Wainui-o-mata Waterworks - Completion of the Long Tunnel An important stage in the progress of the Wainui-o-mata Waterworks...
Explore the history of Whitcher Grove, once home to the Sinclair family, known for their mill operation and stately...
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.
