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On knoll in reserve between Mellons Bay Rd and  
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On knoll in reserve between Mellons Bay Rd and Ridge Rd
 
   
 
   
 
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Foundations of a church built in the 1840's from Rangitoto basalt and mortar made from sea sand. The mortar weakened and the church eventually collapsed. The ruins are north east of the new church - also built of basalt.  The original church was multi-denominational. The church was defended during the 'War in the North' but no sign of these remain.
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One of a series of redoubts built in the 1860s Waikato War period of the New Zealand Wars, to defend the local population.  
  
 
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The St Johns College site nearby has some remarkable heritage buildings of the same age - 1840's - it is a working site so not routinely open to the public but some buildings can be seen from the road.
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Howick Colonial Village is nearby with many relocated and well restored local buildings.
  
 
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Latest revision as of 14:49, 20 August 2013

Howick Stockade

SITE TO VISIT
Howick Stockade
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Ethnicity: European
Site type: New Zealand Wars redoubt site
Where: Howick eastern suburb of Auckland
How to get there: Bus (Check Rideline) or taxi. 35 minutes from city.
How Long to allow: 10 minutes
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The earthworks of the stockade.


Location:

On knoll in reserve between Mellons Bay Rd and Ridge Rd

What:

One of a series of redoubts built in the 1860s Waikato War period of the New Zealand Wars, to defend the local population.

What else to do there:

Howick Colonial Village is nearby with many relocated and well restored local buildings.

Web info:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stockade_Hill,_Howick

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