Mangaweka

The above photos of the town of Mangaweka were taken in 2007, the first

time I ever saw it. 

I thought it was one of those 'old time' facades to attract tourists because it was one street over from the highway that runs by. Turns out, it IS the town! Just the one block on either side of the street.

Fast forward to this year:

So, I guess we will put Mangaweka on the list of places to see again soon!

 

pukeatua memorial church

located on Arapuni Road, Waikato, built in 1955

 

The beautiful little place of worship was established in 1955, built by the small farming community of Pukeatua as a memorial and lasting reminder of those local young men who gave their lives in the two World Wars. 

At the time the Pukeatua Church was built the district had no church and Sunday services were held in the local hall. The idea for a church for all denominations was first mooted in 1946 and was taken up with enthusiasm, with 500 pledged towards the building at the first meeting.  Edited excerpts from the book 'Waipa Home of Champions: Celebrating 150 Years'. Written and produced by historians Richard Stowers and Kingsley Field.

Click here to read more.

Barque Lizzie Bell shipwreck

 The Lizzie Bell wrecked near the Oeo Stream in 1901. The good folk of Pihama, the closest town, helped rescue and care for the survivors. 

A commemoration was held in 2019.

Click here for more information.

clydesdale war memorial hall

I know that places like this have a story, but I can find no information about Clydesdale itself.

Searches add the closest town of Tangimoana to the name.

Clydesdale is in the Manawatu-Wanganui district.

**edit* Thank you 'Just Another MK' for your comment giving us a little more

 insight to this roadside bit of history.