Hokianga is rich in Maori, European and Chinese history being one of the oldest sites of human settlement in New Zealand - the first chapter of the New Zealand story.
Explore Clendon House (1860s)
Historic Clendon House in Rawene
Home of James Reddy Clendon, trader, witness to the Treaty of Waitangi and New Zealand’s first US Consul. Experience the many historic treasures of the Clendon family, beautifully preserved and presented at 8 Clendon Esplanade, Rawene.
For more information visit the Heritage New Zealand website https://visitheritage.co.nz/.
Hokianga Museum & Archives Centre, Omapere
Hokianga Museum & Archives Centre
Visit the Hokianga Museum to see the original Opo statue, watch the video story of our famous dolphin, and to learn more about the rich history of the Hokianga.
The Hokianga Museum & Archives Centre is located at 14 Waianga Place, Omapere (off SH12, just north of the school). Opening hours are 10am to 2pm Monday to Saturday. 09 4058498.
For help with historical research contact Alexa Whaley at hokiangahs@gmail.com or view their website www.ourhokianga.com.
Visit the Mangungu Mission House
Mangungu Mission, Horeke
Step back in time to 1839, the year in which this beautiful Wesleyan mission house was completed. Enjoy the tranquility of this historic treasure – site of the largest signing of the Treaty of Waitangi – set against the stunning Hokianga Harbour at Motukiore Road, Horeke.
For more information visit the Heritage New Zealand website https://visitheritage.co.nz/.
Whina Cooper
Te Rarawa woman of mana, teacher, storekeeper, community leader
Whina Cooper is perhaps best known for leading the famous 1975 land march from Te Hapua (in the far north) to Parliament in Wellington. The march was organised by Maori groups opposed to the further loss of their land. It marked a new era of protest and reform.
For most New Zealanders who witnessed the march the most inspiring image was the seemingly frail but passionately articulate 80-year-old woman who led it. About 5,000 marchers arrived at Parliament on October 13, 1975, where Whina presented a petition signed by 60,000 people to the Prime Minister, Bill Rowling.
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