Looking down upon The Village in the year 1946. The outlook encompasses Moores Valley Road, Main Road, and various intersecting streets. The Wainuiomata River and landmarks such as the Main Road Bridge and Wainuiomata Primary School are visible. It seems the vantage point was recently scorched, likely facilitating the photographer’s access.
Photo credit: Carl Smith.
Pictured is Gums Loop in 1989. The grass was greener in that year as the trees were younger and...
View of the Orongorongo River Tunnel Pipeline around the year 1924. To the right you can see a jigger.
Pictured is Hine Road Recreation Area in 1989. You can clearly see the old maintenance road above Reservoir Road.
Charles Seymer Whitcher constructed a single-lane concrete bridge across the Wainuiomata River in the year 1916.
This view can be seen from the Old Whakanui Track. The track’s entrance is mostly hidden from view as...
From the Whakanui Track, you can enjoy a distant view of Wellington and Wellington Harbour, with the South Island...
The Public Works Committee recommended that the City Engineer repair the damage at the Wainui Waterworks caused by the...
Built from 1908 to 1911, the Morton Dam in the Wainuiomata River catchment was named after William Hobbard Morton.
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.
