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13th centuryThe Mahurangi Harbour and surrounding area has been settled by Māori since at least the 13th century. As Warkworth is the upper most navigable point on the Mahurangi River, it was a crossroads between overland traffic and waka, and gained the name Puhinui, referring to the waterfalls found at the river.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warkworth,_New_Zealand- People also ask
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See all on WikipediaWarkworth, New Zealand - Wikipedia
Warkworth was named in 1853 by early settler John Anderson Brown, who took the name from Warkworth in Northumberland, allegedly because the Mahurangi River reminded him of the River Coquet at Warkworth, where a relative of Browns worked as a school headmaster. The major streets of Warkworth were … See more
Warkworth (Māori: Puhinui) is a town on the Northland Peninsula in the upper North Island of New Zealand. It is in the northern part of the Auckland Region. It is located on State Highway 1, 64 km (40 mi) north of Auckland and … See more
Māori history
The wider Mahurangi area has been settled since at least the 13th century. Local traditions describe Toi-te-huatahi being the founding … See moreWarkworth covers 15.58 km (6.02 sq mi) and had an estimated population of 6,730 as of June 2023, with a population density of 432 people per km . See more
The Warkworth area is at the upper navigable point of the Mahurangi River, which flows south-east towards the Mahurangi Harbour. … See more
The first local government for the township was the Upper Mahurangi Highway District, which was formed on 24 December 1864. It was one of the first highway districts to … See more
Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Warkworth | NZ History - New Zealand History
Warkworth. Picturesque township 69 km north, beside Puhinui Falls. Many pā sites remain along the coastal headlands. In 1843 the settler John Anderson Brown purchased the area, naming …
History Of Warkworth - Founding Of The Town By John A Brown
The attractive and lively town of Warkworth today stands as a living monument to its founder, John Anderson Brown. His vision and efforts laid the foundation for a thriving community. …
Book reveals background on Warkworth’s colourful past
Jul 15, 2019 · Book reveals background on Warkworth’s colourful past. When former history teacher Bryan Jackson was looking for a place to retire about 13 years ago, he stood outside the Warkworth i-SITE and started an informal …
More of Warkworth’s history uncovered - OurAuckland
Oct 2, 2018 · Researchers working on Warkworth’s history have uncovered new evidence of an old sawmill, dam and water race in the area. While there is little to be seen today of the mill or dam, the water race is visible for almost 400 …
A brief history of Wilson’s Cement Works - Warkworth …
Visitors can follow the timeline from Nathaniel’s arrival in New Zealand as a child in 1842, his early years as a shoemaker to his pivotal role in developing Portland cement. Artifacts, photographs, and documents highlight the challenges and …
Warkworth war memorial - New Zealand History
Warkworth war memorial, c. 1986. The Warkworth and districts First World War memorial is a plain granite obelisk which stands near the Warkworth band rotunda on Church Hill. It was moved here in 1931 from its original location at …
History Of The Warkworth Museum - By the People for the People
Their vision took shape. At a public meeting on December 3, 1973, the community rallied behind the proposal to create a dedicated space to display the past for the present and preserve the …
Page 1. Warkworth - Te Ara: The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
Picturesque township 69 km north of Auckland and 15 km up the Mahurangi River, beside Puhinui Falls. Many pā sites remain along the coastal headlands. In 1843 the settler John Anderson …
Warkworth, Northumberland - Wikipedia
History. A church has existed on the riverside site in the village for around 1,200 years. St Lawrence's Church is a large and almost completely Norman building, which is unique in …
Warkworth Satellite Earth Station - New Zealand History
New Zealand sent its first phone messages to Britain by satellite in 1965 using INTELSAT-1, but the country really entered the space age in July 1971 when the Post Office opened its Satellite Earth Station at Warkworth, north of Auckland.
Mahurangi Cement Works | Engineering NZ
The Mahurangi Cement Works ruins, near Warkworth, was the site of New Zealand’s first Portland cement manufacturing in the 1880s. Overlooking Wilson's Cement works at …
Warkworth Museum | Activity in Auckland, New Zealand
Warkworth Museum. Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand. Situated in the stunning Parry Kauri Park, our family friendly museum showcases the history of …
A history of Warkworth | National Library of New Zealand
Warkworth, Auckland; NEWSPAPER. A history of Warkworth. Add to favourites. Ask a librarian about this item. Date 1950 By Otway, Terence Fitzroy Use/Reproduction Creative Commons …
Welcome to Heritage New Zealand
Warkworth Town Hall has close associations with important events in New Zealand history, including the coronation of George V, the first visit of Queen Elizabeth II to New Zealand, and …
Warkworth War Memorial Library - New Zealand History
Warkworth memorial library, 1 Baxter Street, Warkworth. The memorial has only recently been restored and put back up in the entrance to the library. Minister for Internal Affairs Leon Gotz …
Things to do in Warkworth- Parry Kauri Park, Warkworth Town …
May 2, 2023 · Warkworth, a tranquil residential community just an hour north of Auckland, may surprise visitors with its hidden treasures. Here a the top three things to do in Warkworth …
Location: Scott memorial plaque, Warkworth - New Zealand History
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Warkworth District Museum - Family Fun Just 1 hour from Auckland
Steeped in history and set in the stunning Parry Kauri Park, the Warkworth District Museum offers something for everyone. Visitors can learn the story of Warkworth’s rich heritage, which is told …
Things to see and do in Warkworth, New Zealand - New Zealand …
Warkworth acts as a gateway to the stunning beach and wine areas to the east. Goat Island, Tawharanui and Matakana are all within easy reach from here. Poised at the edge of the …
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