Homedale Road takes its name from the oldest neighborhood in Wainuiomata.
History & Naming
Homedale is the oldest part of Wainuiomata, so naming a road after the suburb likely indicated its importance. The road provides entrances to Wainuiomata Primary School, which runs along half the street. The school has a lot of history being established way back in 1857, with the street being opened in 1957, a century later. The name “Homedale” suggests a combination of “home” and “dale” (meaning valley), perhaps reflecting the suburban growth and the valley landscape of Wainuiomata.
Homedale Reserve
Homedale Reserve is located at the corner of Homedale Road and Poole Crescent. It is used for recreational activities and Mervyn Dudley Johnson Memorial Garden. In the spring and autumn seasons, the trees provide a vibrant display in the reserve and along the street.
