Difference between revisions of "Howick Stockade - Visit"
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Latest revision as of 15:49, 20 August 2013
Howick Stockade
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| 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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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:
