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History – Pioneer Potter – Kauri Museum
Tue, 7 Apr 2026
Following our previous article regarding the Paparoa Brickworks, established by James Redfern in 1870, and later sold to Robert Quaife in 1908, we highlight another…
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History – The Mabbett collection
Mon, 30 Mar 2026
As you wander down the corridor toward the museum’s Wilson Cement Works exhibition, an amber glow to your left catches your eye. Inside a glass...
/HistoryHistory – A park for the people – Waipu Museum
Mon, 23 Mar 2026
Community spirit was a vital part of the culture of the original Waipu Nova Scotian settlers. The Caledonian Park exemplifies how this tradition has continued...
/HistoryHistory – The birth of Wellsford rugby
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
PART ONE Albertland Heritage Museum congratulates Wellsford Rugby Club on reaching a remarkable milestone – 100 years of rugby in the district. In the early...
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Riverina sold
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
The historic Riverina homestead, set on 5.4 hectares, on the corner of Hepburn Creek and Wilson Roads, in Warkworth, has sold for $3.395 million. It...
/HistoryHistory – A history of fundraising
Mon, 9 Mar 2026
Thirty-five years ago, the Big Dig band was holding Diesel Dances, selling Big Dig t-shirts, and shop owners were receiving donations in support of the...
/HistoryRSA’s extreme makeover
Mon, 9 Mar 2026
The clubrooms of the Maungaturoto Memorial Returned and Service Association (MMRSA) are looking revitalised after a full exterior renovation featuring bold new colours and eye-catching...
/Health & LifestyleHistory – Be part of something timeless
Mon, 2 Mar 2026
Hidden away in Parry Kauri Park, Warkworth Museum is one of the town’s quiet treasures. Beyond the museum’s doors you’ll find more than historic objects...
/HistoryHistory – Extruder tells a story
Tue, 24 Feb 2026
Sitting among the collection of fascinating operational machinery at the Kauri Museum is a Watkinson Brick & Field Tile Extruder. It was made in Louth...
/HistoryHistory – The joys of camping in 1898
Tue, 17 Feb 2026
Sadly, the Christmas weather may not have smiled on campers this year, yet in another time the early Albertland families, were often plagued by unwelcome...
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