As dusk falls over Wainuiomata, the setting sun bathes the landscape in its warm, reddish hues, casting shadows across...
Wainuiomata: Photos
Photos of the Wainuiomata timeline starting with the most recent date.
Documenting Wainuiomata with an ever growing collection of photos. This includes locations such as the town centre, suburbs, landscapes, coastline, rivers, and reserves.
Photo articles are dated by the age of the main photo or the main subject rather than when the article was written. This places the photos in a timeline. Some photos date back to the 1800s. We either have permission to show these old photos or they have no copyright. Modern photos on the site were taken by David Johnson unless otherwise specified.
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While the shops in The Village are in a state of decline, even abandonment, it is hard to say...
This is part of the Kittyhawk fuselage wreckage site located at the upper reaches of Skerretts Creek behind Sunny...
This cylindrical structure was once part of the Skerretts Creek water catchment. The catchment itself ceased operations in the...
Lush rainforest surrounds much of Skerretts Creek, but the vegetation thins out slowly as you head up the slopes...
This is part of a plane wreck, specifically the landing gear, from a kittyhawk that crashed in 1943. Other...
At some point, a landslide has moved these trees farther down the steep incline beneath the McKerrow Track.
A misspelling on this sign says 'Hine River' when it should say 'Hine Road'. The river that flows along...
View of a lush forest on the slopes of Skerretts Creek Valley. The forest is beautiful, but not far...
This view from the Whakanui Track gives an expansive look at Wainuiomata. Immediately below is Nikau Valley and Moores...
From the Whakanui Track, you can enjoy a distant view of Wellington and Wellington Harbour, with the South Island...
The aged bench is situated towards the conclusion of the Old Nikau Creek Trail. Beneath it lies a geocache...
Exotic trees in Wainuiomata were introduced primarily to replace native trees that were logged in the mid to late...
Looking at Gums Loop Meadow located on Gums Loop Walk in the Wainuiomata Regional Park. The meadow was once...
At the end of Nikau Creek Track are two wooden bench seats. The track is an easy 30 minute...
View of the Wainuiomata River as it flows into the south coast. This area is rugged and wind-swept, but...
The lower reaches of Wainuiomata River as observed during summer. It traverses arid looking terrain in the month of...
During the summer months, the southern section of Coast Road appears dry, presenting a stark contrast to the nearby...
The Orongorongo Track entrance is quite elaborate compared to other walks. However, this entrance is also used for other...
Embracing a vast expanse of the Remutaka Range, Remutaka Forest Park stands as a haven for nature enthusiasts.
WAINUIOMATA MUSEUM
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