The large wooden building on St Hill Street has been a jewel in Whanganui’s crown for more than a century.
Historic Places
Events In History
Articles
State housing
New Zealand's first state house was formally opened on 18 September 1937. But the government has provided rental housing for New Zealanders for more than a century. Explore the history of this country's various state housing schemes and their contribution to the New Zealand way of life. Read the full article
Page 2 - The first state house
Prime Minister Savage helped out at the opening of the Labour government's first state house in 1937 at 12 Fife Lane, Miramar,
Antarctica and New Zealand
NZ and Antarctica share a long and rich history. From Tuati in 1840 to Edmund Hillary in the 1950s and more recent scientists, Kiwis have explored, examined and endured the frozen continent. Read the full article
Page 4 - Sites of significance
There are connections between places in Antarctica and New Zealand, and between places in New Zealand and
100 New Zealand Places
This web feature is a digital adaptation of Gavin McLean’s 2002 book, 100 Historic Places in New Zealand. The text of each entry has been updated and a range of modern and historical images have been added, along with map locations and suggestions for further reading. Read the full article
