Stories about the development, events and community of Wānaka and surrounding areas
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History of Hāwea Flat
How to build a dwelling in 1858-9
Not only farmers hated rabbits!
Short of cash? Make your own!
A history of the paddle steamer, the Theodore
Buying land in Wanaka – 1860s problems
A history of schools in the Upper Clutha
The great Irish myth!
From horses to motors
The Smithy
Introduction of electric power to the Upper Clutha
Movies in the 1930s
The Wānaka Tree
The White Star Hotel
Early runs and farms in the Upper Clutha
Upper Clutha war memorials
Where did they meet and dance?
Pembroke’s public library – when and where?
What’s in a name – Mou Waho?
