A recently discovered rectangular concrete slab in the Wainuiomata bush features a small metal door engraved with the letters “W W”, possibly standing for Wainuiomata Waterworks or simply Water Works. The door may once have provided access to a valve connected to the Orongorongo pipeline. That’s just speculation for now, but if you have any insights into its purpose or origin, feel free to share them in the comments below.
In 1883, the Wainuiomata dam sustained significant damage due to flooding, prompting an inspection by members of the Wellington...
Aerial view of Homedale (mid 1946) showing some interesting features. They are as follows: 9 houses in Poole Crescent;
The old homestead, Willow Bank, Wainuiomata was built in 1862. Willow Bank was on the west bank of the...
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This old log arch cart lies hidden in the bush of Reservoir Valley, serving as a historical relic of...
Images and memories capturing the essence of the Wainuiomata Waterworks as shared by the Reidy Family, and conveyed by...
Sledge Track Loop is a short walk option from the larger Sledge Track. It starts and ends at Mackay...
Gums Loop Swamp is a wetlands located near Gums Loop Meadow. This wetland is basically hidden away as it...
