Most people walking on the Whakanui Track will start at the top of Sunny Grove. But the track actually starts just above Sinclair Cemetery behind Hine Road Recreation Area. However, this part of the track is not well maintained, but it’s still walkable. It follows behind the odd numbered properties on Sunny Grove till it connects with the more commonly treaded path.
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The History of Wainuiomata Primary School
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Established in 1857, Wainuiomata Primary School, a state school, resides in Homedale, the oldest suburb in Wainuiomata.
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KFC in Wainuiomata
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On March 25th, a new KFC branch commenced operations in Wainuiomata. Situated at 18 The Strand, it stands opposite...
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Sinclair House
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Constructed in the early 1860s, Sinclair House was the home of Isabella Sinclair (1803 – 1882). Subsequently renamed Dyers...
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Cleared Land in Wainuiomata
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Photo showing land that has been recently cleared of trees and converted to farmland. The Wainuiomata Valley was logged...
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Wainuiomata Valley View circa 1949
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Looking at Wainuiomata Valley from atop Wainuiomata Hill circa 1949 reveals the absence of suburbs. The valley contains mostly...
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Main Road at The Village
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A view of the Main Road in the Village on a cloudy autumn day. Mist-covered hills in the background...
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Wainuiomata River, School, & Main Road Bridge
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Photo of the Wainuiomata River, Main Street Bridge, and Wainuiomata Primary School, circa 1920. You can see the second...
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WAINUIOMATA MUSEUM
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.