Devonport bookshop australian independent bookseller home. East of devonport lies north head, the northern promontory guarding the mouth of the harbour the population of devonport and the adjoining suburb of. North head is one of the oldest of approximately 50 volcanic cones in the auckland volcanic field having been formed over 50,000 years ago in a series of great volcanic explosions. East of devonport lies north head, the northern promontory guarding the mouth. There are many things to do and see in devonport village and the views from north head are magnificent. Check out an event or a game at spark arena, and consider making time for auckland zoo, a top. Welcome to our facebook page to discuss some of aucklands forgotten military history and maybe even stumble upon a way into the. The site was protected as part of hauraki gulf maritime park in 1972 and listed as. Albert edward johnson 8008, 12th battallion from middle road devonport enlisted on 8th october 1917 along with his father jabeth johnson, he was just 16 years of age. Enjoy the spectacular views of auckland city and gulf from north head and mt victoria. Tours in nz book a tour online with devonport tours. Step back in time and walk the narrow streets and admire the colonial architecture and scented gardens. Alexander turnbull library, wellington, new zealand. This site will give you a little bit of war history with the stunning backdrop of rangitoto island, the waitemata harbour and sandy white north shore beaches.
The population of devonport and the adjoining suburb of. Located in devonport, devonport motel is in the historical district and near the beach. Devonport is a harbourside suburb of auckland, new zealand. His unit embarked form melbourne 28th february 2018 on the nestor and arrived in france 22nd july 1918. Just across auckland harbour from the central business district, the historic suburb of devonport is full of charm and character. North head in the 1880s, note that the north battery hasnt been rebuilt yet north head, devonport, auckland. The adina britomart auckland is a crowdpleasing 4 star hotel located 2. New zealand guided tours read about devonport tours. Maungauikanorth head is located in devonport at the northern headland of the waitemata harbour. Before the construction of the harbour bridge, car ferries to devonport made it the beginning of the main road north. Jump on the explorer tour and relax in comfort includes commentary while showing all the highlights around devonport.
Successive eruptions created the present shape of devonport s peninsula. North head waitemata harbour coastal defence engineering. North head maungauika historic walk aa new zealand. Maori arrived in approximately 50 and landed at what is now called torpedo bay. Auckland ferry terminal and princes wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the areas natural beauty can explore takapuna beach and auckland domain. Bookmark is situated in historic devonport, just a short 10 minute ferry ride from downtown auckland. Click here to sign up for our newsletter to keep up to date with latest book releases, news and more membership is free and youll receive a monthly newsletter, special offers, competitions and invitations to our special events. The mystery of north head riddled with old military tunnels, aucklands north head has long been the focus of speculation. The investigation, announced yesterday by the minister of conservation, mr marshall, follows years of public speculation and rumour that north head contains a secret. It was used as a maori pa by the ngati paoa tribe who settled in the devonport area until they were attacked and forced out by the nga puhi tribe in the late 1770s. Known for its sweeping views over the harbour and the hauraki gulf, since 1885 the head was mainly used by the military as a coastal defence installation, which left a network of accessible old bunkers and tunnels as its legacy, forming part of the attraction. The remaining volcanic cones north head and mount victoria are popular visitor spots where evidence of maori is still to be found. North head is the logical location for a picnic day out, which can also include lazing nearby on some of aucklands prettiest beaches and exploring devonport s boutique charm.
The north head historic reserve is open from 6am 10pm seven days, with the vehicle gates open from 6am 6pm and is located within easy walking distance of the devonport high street and ferry terminal. Due to the location of devonport, the village became an important farming and shipbuilding centre with close links to new zealands naval history. Heteraka takapuna, the last chief of ngai tai, returned to north head around 1835. Reproduced with the permission of the new zealand herald initially my interest extended to visiting north head to get a feel for where all this drama and intrigue was taking place. Visitors can view a visual film history of north head showing at the old stone kitchen built in 1885. Devonport history trail devonport village is one of aucklands oldest areas, settled by maori around the mid 14th century and later colonized by the pakeha. He planted a weeping willow tree, originating from napoleons st helena around the racecourse, where was then a heavy native maori population 1. East of devonport lies north head, the northern promontory guarding the mouth of the harbor.
This time around, i hit a few shops, the library, and north head. Maungauika is a volcano forming a headland called north head at the east end of the waitemata harbour in auckland, new zealand, in the suburb of devonport. Victoria road, near the ferry terminus, has some good pubs and fish and chips shops while the hauraki gulf maritime park at north head is a great place to explore with its maze of underground tunnels. You can also catch one of the regular ferries from downtown auckland to devonport wharf. Devonport has a unique heritage, a wide range of restaurants, cafes, art galleries and beaches. North head can be considered to have had the longest continuous role in the landbased defence of new zealand of any place and is arguably the most. It is located on the north shore, at the southern end of a peninsula that runs southeast from near lake pupuke in takapuna, forming the northern side of the waitemata harbour. The three volcanic maunga takapuna, takarunga and takararo were ideal for maori pa fortified settlements as they had quality soil to grow kumara. A comprehensive photo tour of the north head tunnels, located in devonport, auckland.
My day started with a nice chat to mom and dad on the king edward parade through whatsapp and facetime, a nice walkway to the navy museum and north head. North head named maungauika by maori is a taonga with many special places. Continue along king edward parade and on to cheltenham road then turn right up into takarunga road. The seaside suburb of devonport is a popular excursion for visitors to auckland. Catching the ferry across from the city adds to the experience. Bookmark quality secondhand and antiquarian books bought.
History devonport s heritage story devonport, at the very southern point of aucklands north shore, was one of the earliest settled areas of auckland and has a rich maori and maritime history. Approximately 40,000 years ago, devonport was made up of three islands mt cambria, mt victoria and north head. With over 20,000 books in stock only a fraction of our inventory is listed online, so please do drop us a. Enjoy a guided tour of the devonport peninsula, while enjoying the colonial architecture and peaceful tranquillity of this historical village. Archeologist dave veart sets about finding the truth. One of my favorite walks in auckland is north head and devonport. The government has given approval for department of conservation staff to dig into the north shore landmarks mysterious past. Devonport tunnels north head, auckland, new zealand. Aucklands seaside suburb of devonport can be found on the north shore, the picturesque peninsula which forms the northern edge of the waitemata harbour the royal new zealand navy has a well established base here and many navy families consider themselves lucky to be living in such a beautiful part of new zealand. East of devonport lies north head, the northern promontory guarding the mouth of the harbour. Search the list north head maungauika heritage new. In this documentary philip alpers explores theories that a hidden tunnel network contains tonnes of decaying ammunition and two old boeing airplanes. Devonport, new zealand wikipedia republished wiki 2. The devonport bookshop is an independent bookshop providing a haven for readers in the devonport region of north west tasmania, since 1995.
The man responsible for closing the tunnels says theres. Spectacular views, historical cottages and interesting shops on this loop walk. View all restaurants near north head historic reserve on tripadvisor. It can be reached by ferry from central auckland to devonport and a pleasant 2 kilometre walk along king edward drive to cheltenham and takarunga roads. Discover colonial cottages, stately waterfront homes and world war ii defences that run deep into a volcanic cone.
Historic north head devonport explore nz go rentals. Once you have trekked it down to the navy museum, you may as well keep going to explore historic north head. A photo tour of the devonport trail the trail is a mustdo for history buffs or those wanting to further explore the unique and fascinating history of the seaside village. North head historic reserve auckland central 2020 all. Strategic headland used as a defence port from the late 1800s until after wwii. Devonport history trail visit devonport, auckland, new. It is one of the oldest of approximately 50 volcanic cones in the auckland volcanic field having been formed over 50,000 years ago in a series of great volcanic explosions. The mp for north shore, mr bruce cliff, said nearby residents deserved to know if north head contained livebombs and other munitions. If you wish, take time out and stroll to one of the northern beaches for a swim or explore the tunnels of north head, and then be picked up on the following tour. The tangata whenua have a spiritual, cultural and historical relationship with their taonga. Having a day off between jobs, i decided to make the most of my free monday and head back to devonport. The reserve is approximately 16 km from downtown auckland by car taking around 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Devonport tasmania and surrounds a pictorial history.
North head fort cautley historic photos nz coastal. North head is a public reserve close to devonport managed by the department of conservation. This facility is located towards the summit complex and is open. Walk along the esplanades and parades of devonport with the view across the gulf. Maungauika north head historic reserve, waitemata harbour, devonport. The establishment of the devonport steam ferry company in 1881 connecting the settlement to central auckland transformed it into a suburb. Welcome to bookmark, purveyors of quality secondhand, used and rare books.
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