In 1867, John McIlvride, the postmaster, is believed to have constructed this separate five-room dwelling which was used as the Wainui-O-Mata school masters house.However, due to insufficient funds for upkeep, it had fallen into a state of disrepair by the time it was replaced in 1911.
Special thanks to Carl Smith for some information in this article.
The following telegram was received this afternoon by His Worship the Mayor from Mr Clark C.E.:- “Auckland, 19 June.
The City Engineer, Mr Baird, has just completed the plans and sections of the two alternative schemes suggested by...
A flood in the Hutt River swept away last night a portion of the pipe bridges used to carry...
Ultimate Pool as the name suggests, is considered by many to be the best natural swimming hole in Wainuiomata.
The City Councillors’ visit of inspection to the Solomon’s Knob dam was postponed yesterday owing to the boisterous weather.
The Log Cabin was a hut situated in Catchpool Valley, serving as the starting point for numerous tracks leading...
Looking at Wainuiomata River from the Main Road Bridge with entrance and track to Pool Crescent Reserve just visible...
Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1940) showing some interesting features. It show:The School block when it was farmland;
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.
