Maungaturoto Time Line History Footnoted

1863
September
7th
The Maungaturoto and Piroa blocks containing a total of 16,015 acres is set aside
by the government for the immigrants of the Albertland settlement scheme
Provincial Gazette. An Auckland Provincial Government Gazette was published
yesterday, it contains a proclamation from the Superintendent letting apart 20,000
acres of land being a further portion of the Matakohe block, and the blocks of land
known as the Maungaturoto and the Piroa containing together 16,015 acres, all in the
county of Marsden for Immigrants expected to arrive from the United Kingdom. There
is a notification from the Superintendent, postponing the land sale advertised for the
21st instant until further notice.1

1866
January
1st
Residents of Maungaturoto hold their first social meeting at the residence of
John Hurndall of Wairau Creek Farm. 5 acres of land is offered by Mr Flower
for the erection of a church.2

1868
January
1st
The third annual meeting of the Maungaturoto settlers is held at the residence of
Mr W. Hubands Aston House3
During the meeting it was resolved that an Agricultural Society should be formed. A
committee was appointed consisting of W.M Flower, W. Huband, and Mr G. Griffin to
draw up the rules, and make a framework for the show of garden and agricultural
produce.
Plans for the erection of a new church are discussed. The architect was noted as being
Mr Wrigley most likely referring to James Wrigley an Auckland based Architect.

Subscriptions to the amount of 35 had been raised. It was proposed to start the
erection of the framework of the church (based upon the architects plans) the
following month.
A proposal was put forward to engage Mr Josiah Martin to undertake ministerial
services. W. M. Flower offered an acre of land for a residence for Martin.
Martin to hold fortnightly services, and to conduct a school during the week.

1870
January
Discussions on the building of the Maungaturoto Congregational Church. A trust
deed had been drawn up by S.E Hughes. The builder was a Mr Mason. It was
reported in the Southern Cross4
.all arrangements having been completed with Mr Mason, the builder, the erection
of the church would now be proceeded with immediately.
March
2nd
The first Agricultural show is held on March 2nd in a public room5

1871
February
The Maungaturoto Congregational Church opening is celebrated on 5 February
1871. 150 people attended with Reverend Thomas Booker conducting the
service.6

1872
March
Reverend Thomas Booker dies when a Rimu tree he was felling came down on
him causing fatal injuries7
FATAL ACCIDENT AT MAUNGATUROTO.
DEATH OF THE REV. T. BOOKER.

We regret to hae to record a most lamentable occurrence, which took place on the
8th March, at Maungaturoto, Kaipara, by which the Rev. Mr Booker, well known as
an earnest and zealous minister in the district, lost his life.
It appears that Mr Booker was engaged with his youthful soil in felling a rather large
rimu tree.
In its fall, the tree took an unexpected direction, and came down upon Mr Booker with
such force as to produce concussion of the brain; at the same time breaking one of
His arms and a leg.
Death must have been instantaneous, as the unfortunate gentleman never gave the
least sign of consciousness after the accident.
Preparations were being made on the same day for holding an inquest. Mr Booker
was a most popular minister in his district, and on all sides his loss is regarded
humanly speaking irreparable.
Mr Booker has left a widow and an only son. The Rev. gentleman came out from
England some ten years ago with the Nonconformist emigrants, and with, the
intention of ministering to them in their new home.
In consequence, however, of the untoward circumstances attendant on the settlement,
or rather no settlement of the party, he, in common with many others, remained in this
city.
The Congregational Church at Newton, blown down during the famous gale of last
year, was erected through his efforts, and there the rev. gentleman labored for some
years.
In the year 1868 he was appointed by the Congregational Mission to labor in the
North. Since that period he has continued to minister in that district up to the time of
his death.
Mr Booker was held in high esteem, and much beloved, not only by the denomination
to which he was attached, but also by a wide circle of friends, of other churches. His
sterling piety, his many useful acquirements, his gentle manners his prudence, his
readiness to serve others in any way in his power, and at the cost of any self-denial to
himself, endeared him to all with whom he came into contact.
His loss will be keenly felt by the Congregational body, and the gap made by his
death will not easily be filled. The bad tidings hare been received with great regret
and universal sorrow. N. Z. Herald."

June
5th

Residents hold a meeting, at the residence of John Hurndall, to discuss the

formation of the Maungaturoto Public Library. A committee was formed and a
code of rules adopted.8

1874
March
29th
The opening of the Gittos church at Tanoa (Kakaraea) is conducted. The
architect and builder was noted as J. Symonds who owned the timber mill at
Whakapirau.9

1875
January
4th
The Maungaturoto School is officially opened on January 4th after the original
opening for 1st January was postponed. 10
This event had for some time past been looked forward to with considerable
interest, and it came off on the 4th instant, having been postponed from New Year's
Day in consequence of the gale which was then blowing. All the surrounding districts
were fully represented, and there could not have been less than 300 persons on the
ground. The sports committee had prepared a liberal programme, with which the
day's proceedings opened.

1878
March
29th
The residence of Charles Spragg is completely destroyed by fire11

1887
March
28th
The first meeting of the Otamatea County Council is held.12

1888
November

Prominent settler John Hurndall dies and is buried in the Avondale Cemetery
(now the George Maxwell Memorial Cemetery) on November 25th. 13

1896
August
8th
St Albans Anglican Church is opened at Whakapirau14

1902
The Maungaturoto Co-Operative Dairy Company is formed15
June
The Maungaturoto Hotel is built under a cloud of contraversy16
December
15th
The Maungaturoto Dairy Factory begins production17
..The Maungaturoto Dairy Factory started this morning, 650 gallons being received
from 11 suppliers. The official opening will take place in a few days

1903
July
10th
Edwin Ford dies suddenly in Wellington18

1904
September
The North Kaipara Co-operative Dairy Company opens at Whakapirau on 27th
September19

Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries, AWNS-19050126-15-2

Taken from the supplement to the Auckland Weekly News 26 JANUARY 1905
p015

1905
June
29th
Butcher George Curtis dies from accidental gunshot wounds. After shooting a
cattle beast, the gun had been laid against the fence. The trigger had been caught
and the gun had accidently fired.20

1906
October
Whakapirau Settler Alfred Henry Bowers is charged with selling a false blight
spray to orchard owners. He was sentenced later in December to 18 months in
prison for the offence.21

1907
February
15th
Extensive flooding occurs in Maungaturoto. A young boy named James Knight is
presumed drowned after falling into a flooded creek22

1910
September
A general opinion is expressed to the Hon R. McKenzie that the Maugnaturoto
Railway Station should be sited at the point where the WhakapirauMaungaturoto (State Highway 12) is crossed by the rail line.23
A general opinion having been expressed that the Maungaturoto railway station
should be at the point where the Whakapirau-Maungaturoto road is crossed by the
railway line, Mr Stallworthy brought the matter before the Hon. R. McKenzie. The
Minister has replied that there is a question as to whether there shall be a tunnel or a
slight detour of the line close to the place suggested by him, and until plans of the
alternative routes and some other information now being obtained by the district
engineer have been considered, the most suitable location for the station cannot be
finally selected.

1911
April
20th
Extensive flooding occurs during stormy weather in Maungaturoto24

1914
February

The 50th Anniversary of Settlement celebrations are held in Maungaturoto25

Tuesday was a red-letter day in the history of Maungaturoto, and the settlers of this
new dairying centre met to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the arrival of the
pioneers. The green outside the hall was the scene of many happy recognitions and
many a hearty handshake.
A feature of the gathering, which numbered from 100 to 150, was the presence of
quite a large proportion of the original settlers, many of whom had come from the
furthest parts of the district, and some from Auckland, in order to take part in the
festivities.
The evening's proceedings commenced with a musical programme in the hall, to
which the following contributed enjoyable items : Messrs Edith Hyland, Madge
Cullen, McNab, Mrs McLean, Mr W. Hook, and a glee party. An address of welcome
to visitors was given by Mr. Bailey.
The member for the district, Mr Mander, who presided, made a brief speech) in the
course of which he said he was one who came to New Zealand a good many years
ago, without a stitch of clothes (Laughter). Mr. Gordon Coates, M.P. for Kaipara,
and the Hon. F. W. Lang also spoke briefly, the latter apologising for the absence of
the Prime Ministor.
The day's festives were brought to a close by a dance, and the jubilee was further
celebrated on Thursday by the holding of gatherings specially organised for the
children.

May
The National Bank of New Zealand officially opens its new building26
.. The local branch of the National Bank opened their new premises on May 25, in
their handsome and commodious building Reside the post office. The legal chambers
of Skelton and Skelton adjoin the bank, all being most convenient to post and
telegraph office, and make a fine addition to the business facilities of the district, as
well as testifying to the progress and prosperity of the place

1915
June
29th
The foundational stone for the new Congregational Church located on Hurndall
Street is laid by the Right Honorable George Fowlds. The church was to be
erected in the memory of the late Reverend Davidson.27

The foundation stone ceremony for the new Congregational Church to rebuilt on the
Manse property took place on Tuesday, June 29, when the Hon. G. Fowlds, of
Auckland, performed the rites in the presence of a good congregation of members and
friends, amongst them the ministers of sister churches from the surrounding districts.
A collection was taken in aid of the building fund expenses; the labour is to be
voluntary and the building erected during the milking recess. The new church is to
named ''The Davidson Memorial," in memory of the Rev. C. E. Davidson who
laboured here for many years under many difficulties and drawbacks.

October
21st
Progress on the North Auckland Railway line with progress made on the Huarau
Tunnel construction. Work commences on the Golden Stairs tunnel. A contract
for the Maungaturoto Station buildings due to be let out.28
A contract for the station buildings at Maungaturoto is to be let shortly.
In the meantime the Public Works Department continues to carry goods and
passenger traffic between Ranganui and Maungaturoto.
In the Paparoa section of the railway good progress has been made with the Huarau
tunnel, 91 miles 46 chains from Auckland. The approaches to the tunnel have been
slightly interfered with by slips.
Construction work has commenced on an access read connecting one of the county
road with the Paparoa station. Railway formation work is in hand in the Maretu
section as far north as 93 miles 38 chains from Auckland.
In this section work has been started on the Gold Stairs tunnel, and the heading at the
south end has advanced into favourable ground.
The formation of a tramline to supply the tunnel with machinery and other material
is well advanced, and will be completed shortly.

1916
May
15th
The new Maungaturoto Congregational Church located on Hurndall Street is
dedicated as the Davidson Memorial Congregational Church29
Another proof of the steady progress of this district was afforded by the dedication of
a new Congregational Church on the 15th. inst. The building, which is a very

handsome structure of kauri, panelled and ceiled with oiled rimu, is 45 ft by 28ft.
6ins., and affords seating accommodation for 200 persons.
It is centrally situated on a commanding site adjoining the manse, and has been
erected as a memorial to the late Rev. C. E. Davidson, for 18 years pastor to the
Congregationalists in this district.
Two features in the erection of this church are noteworthy first the whole of the timber
was donated and the whole work of construction carried out by the people themselves
free of charge; and secondly, the money to liquidate the whole cost of other building
material, (involving an expenditure of 334) was subscribed, and the building
declared absolutely free of debt on the date of its dedication.
These facts reflect the greatest credit on the pastor, the Rev. T. Wilson Potts, and his
earnest and self sacrificing band of workers. The foundation stone was laid by Hon.
Geo. Fowlds in Juno last, and since then the work has been steadily carried on. The
principal donors of timber, etc., were Mrs A. Finlayson, Mr and Mrs H. Cullen, Mr E.
J. Cullen, Mr A. H. Cuitis, Mr Roland Howart, Mr E. Mason, and Mr A. J. Grant,
while Mr. T. Grice donated the whole of the joinery.
The principal workers were Messrs. Henry and Ered Cullen, L. Smith and E. Pasley,
who did the painting. The Rev. Potts himself worked as laboriously as any of his
laymen, while Mrs Potts proved a worthy coadjutor in supplying the necessary
refreshments for the inner man.
The opening ceremony was fixed for Thursday, the 11th., but a furious gale lasting
three days made a postponement imperative and though the previously arranged
Sunday services were conducted by the Rev. H. Steele Craik, the dedicatory service
had to be postponed till Monday.
The programme on that day included the dedication service at 2.30, tea at 5, and a
public meeting at 7.30, when addresses were delivered by Ray. Steele Craik, Messrs J.
P. Hooton, Smeeton, and Wick, from Auckland.

1917
June
7th
Harold Ralph Flower is killed in action at Flanders30
21st
Walter Causer is killed in action at Flanders31
September

An enquiry is made into the cause of the Tunnellers strike on the Huarau
Tunnel32
.There is to be an inquiry into the strike of the men working on the Haurau tunnel,
near Maungaturoto. This tunnel is on the line being constructed by the Public Works
Department to link up Auckland and Whangarei.
The inquiry will be held at Maungaturoto before a Board of threethe inspecting
engineer of the Department, the local engineer, and Mr Wesley Richards.

1918
May
Two men are seriously injured after a stick of dynamite explodes in one of the
mens pockets in a boat off Whakapirau wharf.33
August
24th
Reports that work has been started on the Huarau Rail Tunnel34
October
8th
The Maungaturoto Railway Station buildings near completion35
Good progress has been made with the Maungaturoto railway station buildings,
which are now nearing completion and are a fine class of construction, well worthy of
the district. The buildings comprise an up-to-date railway station, large goods shed,
stationmaster's residence, and a platelayer's house, all of an improved style and said
to be the largest of their kind north of Auckland, which shows forethought in
providing for the future importance of this growing centre.
The builders are now engaged on the Huarau station buildings, which are making
good progress. The new road from Maungaturoto to the station is almost completed in
formation and when metalled will be a splendid motor drive, being practically level
and not more than two miles from the post office.

1919
June
6th
18 month old Robert William Wood dies from drinking kerosene36

1920
March
31st
Several workers on the Huarau Rail Tunnel appear in court after a police raid
fond a roulette wheel, and other gambling paraphernalia in their possession
during a workers sports day37
April
1st

Joseph Gordon Coates officially opens the Huarau and Maungaturoto38 sections
of the North Auckland Railway.39
Thursday, April 1st was a long looked-for gala day in this district, when the section of
the Northern Trunk railway line between Ranganui and Huarau was formally handed
over to the Railway Department by the Hon. J. Gordon Coates, Minister for Public
Works, and the first passenger train made the first through journey.
For a considerable period the Public Works Department has been running a service
incidentally at excessive rates, between Ranganui and Huarau, hence the arrival of
the first standard train did not give a real sense of novelty; however, the settlers
regarded the event the passing of a great mile stone, long promised, and at last
realised.
Ceremonies took place both at Huarau and Maungaturoto, the official speech-making
being at the latter place where a large gathering assembled, representing the district
from Ruawai on the west and Mangawai on the east.
The ribbon-cutting ceremonies took place at both stations, Mrs R. Hames, Miss Ariell
and Miss R. Cliff doing the honours at Huarau and Mrs Griffin and Mr J. J. Curtis at
Maungaturoto. Mr Rodney Coates, chairman of the Otamatea County Council,
presided at the main function.

Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries, AWNS-19200415-32-2

Taken from the supplement to the Auckland Weekly News 15 April 1920 p032

27th
An obelisk commemorating the men who fell in World War 1 is unveiled at the
Maungaturoto Congregational Church cemetery on ANZAC Day40

1921
June
2nd
A six bedroom residence occupied by Dr Marshall and his family is destroyed by
fire41
A six-roomed bungalow residence at Maungaturoto was destroyed by fire early this
morning. It was occupied by Dr. Marshall and family, the Hospital Board being
owners. The occupants escaped in night attire. The erection of the building was
completed only four months. There is an insurance on the building of 1000, but
nothing on the furniture.
1924
April
11th
Savilles Maungaturoto Store burns to the ground42

Saville's Maungaturoto store burst into flames at 2 o'clock this morning, and the
shop was burnt to the ground. The residence was saved. The stock and business
premises were insured, but it is understood the owner will lose heavily. The store had
not been entered for some time, as the previous day was a holiday. The emise of the
fire is unknown

1925
February
11th
A new Railway station building is erected at Paparoa43
..Justice has been done to settlers in the anticipation of substantial traffic from
Paparoa and contributing districts westward to the Northern Wairoa River by the
erection of well-equipped buildings at Paparoa railway station.
The station building comprises five rooms, including the stationmaster's office, two
waiting rooms and a storeroom, with an extensive platform, roomy goodshed, and
stock loading stage. The stationmaster's residence is furnished with up to-date
conveniences.
Other railway officers' houses were built some time back. The approach roads to the
station are finished and metalled. The station is the next largest in size to Waiotira on
the Huarau-Portland section. Foundations are laid for a large tank for the engine.
The metalling of the main road is proceeding down Paparoa Valley to the township,
and is being rapidly, pushed on. This road is on splendid grade. It is popular with
motorists it avoids steeper grades on the road to Huarau and Maungaturoto stations,
and I completes the metalled highway from Paparoa station to Northern Wairoa via
Matakohe, Ruawai and Mititai

1926
August
Arbor Day is celebrated for the first time at the Maungaturoto Primary School.
The project was supervised by Mr Gerrard. Over 100 trees were planted by the
school pupils including oaks, some of which are still standing on the Primary
school grounds44
November
The Maungaturoto Co-operative Dairy Company increases its butter output to a
new record level45

The Maungaturoto Dairy Company has increased its daily output by ten boxes of
butter, equal to one half ton weekly. Compared with the corresponding period last
year this promises to be a record season when full* capacity supply is reached

1927
June
24th
Edgar Nazer storekeeper of Maungaturoto is killed by a train while crossing the
south side of the railway line on the level crossing46
July
26th
Passengers from Whangarei spend the night at the Maungaturoto Railway
Station after flooding blocks the line between Hoteo and Wayby.47
The train passengers who left Whangarei at noon yesterday were duo to arrive in
Auckland at 12.30 this morning, but on reaching Maungaturoto it was found that the
railway line at a point between Hoteo and Wayby was flooded, and it was decided to
hold the train at Maungaturoto, as there were facilities there for the passengers to
obtain refreshments.
After spending all night at Maungaturoto a fresh start was made at ten this morning,
the flooded area in the Hoteo district was negotiated cautiously, and the train is
expected to arrive in the city late this afternoon.

1928
July
18th
Otamatea County Council resolves to gift the Department of Justice a quarter
acre section for the purposes of a new courthouse.48
.The Otamatea County Council yesterday resolved to grant the Justice Department
a quarter-acre section near the Maungaturoto post office as a site for a courthouse

1929
July

10th
Residents at the Maungaturoto Railway Settlement form a conveyance fund so
children can be transported to the Maungaturoto School by motorised
transport49
The residents of the Maungaturoto railway settlement are progressive and take a keen
interest in the welfare of the settlement. The latest movement has been to create a
conveyance fund, from which to pay the cost of having the children conveyed by
motor to and from the Maungaturoto School, it distance of three miles.
Last week an excellent vaudeville entertainment was staged in the large goods shed
which is used for all the socials and dances. This reflected great credit on Mrs
Bidling, the promoter, her committee and the performers.
The proceeds, which go to the conveyance fund, amounted to 16. A sum of 16 had
already been collected.
22nd
Tender advertisement is placed in the Auckland Star for the new courthouse50
TENDERS, closing with the Secretary, Public Works Tenders Board, Wellington,
on TUESDAY. August 6, 1929, at 4 p.m., are invited for the
ERECTION OF COURTHOUSE AT MAUNGATUROTO.
The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. A Schedule of Quantities and
Prices must accompany tender on form supplied. Plans and specifications may be
seen at the County Office, Dargaville, the Public Works Offices, Whangarei and
Auckland, and also at the Post Office, Maungaturoto. 12/7/29.
August
1st
The government calls for tenders for the erection of a new courthouse and police
station.51
Advice has been received by Mr. A. J. Murdoch, Chief Government Whip, that
tenders have been called for the erection of a new courthouse and police station
at Maungaturoto. The new building will be erected on a more suitable site than that
on which the present inadequate courthouse stands. Tenders will close on August 6
16th
The Government accepts a tender for the building of the new Maungaturoto
Courthouse and police station52
Instructions have been issued by the Minister of Justice, the Hon. T. M. Wilford,
that the district engineer of the Public Works Department shall accept a tender of
1270 for the erection of a courthouse at Maungaturoto.

1931
February
3rd
The bankruptcy hearing of Thomas Ernest Hutchinson builder of
Maungaturoto, is heard in the Auckland at the office of the Official Assignee. 53
Hutchinson was the successful tenderer for the construction of the new
Maungaturoto Courthouse. The article from the Auckland Star mentions that a
concrete foundation was laid by Mr Hutchinson for the building. There was a
delay in the supplying of the door for the strong room from the Department of
Works.
July
4th
The Auckland Star reports that the Minister of Justice has approved the
necessary funding to improve the approach to the new courthouse.54
November
30th
The dining room at the Maungaturoto Railway Station is closed down.55
The dining room at the Maungaturoto railway station has been closed, although
refreshments are still available at the counter. The speeding up of the Auckland
Whangarei trains by ten minutes is under consideration, and it is possible that in
future trains in the northern section will coal at Whangarei instead of
at Maungaturoto

1934
September
Edward Mahoney an employee at the Maungaturoto Hotel receives severe burns
when he goes to fill up a generator with benzene. The fumes caught alight and
Mahoneys clothing was set on fire.56

1938
August
5th

The North Auckland Electric Power Board approves the completion of a contract
for the complete electrification of the Maungaturoto Co-operative Dairy
company plant.57
September
26th
The Brynderwyn Deviation is officially opened by the Minister of Finance the
Hon. Walter Nash58
OFFICIAL OPENING.
HIGHWAY DEVIATION.
(By Telegraph.Own Correspondent.)
WHANGAREI, this day.
Costing 80.000 and providing employment for approximately 150 men for two years,
the Brynderwyn deviation of the northern State highway was officially opened by the
Hon. W. Nash, Minister of Finance and Marketing, yesterday afternoon.
Mr. Nash remarked that one of the outstanding features that he had noticed during
his tour was the great development that' was proceeding in the farm lands of the
north.
He had realised from the production figures of the area that this development was
proceeding, but he had no idea until he came through the area that it was proceeding
at such a pace. A feature that had surprised him when studying dairy company
accounts was that transport costs had been reduced during the past 10 years, and he
attributed this to the improvement in the roading system of the country.
Mr. Nash cut the ribbon that had been stretched across the Piroa stream bridge at the
boundary of the Otamatea and Whangarei counties, and in doing so declared the road
open for traffic.
1939
April
19th
Lower payouts due to dry weather are advised by the Maungaturoto Dairy
company59
Dairy companies in the North report reductions in cream collections on account of
the dry spell. The Maungaturoto company is paying only 11,190 to its suppliers for
March cream, representing a drop of 634 compared with the payout for the same
month last year
November

20th
The Auckland Star reports that motorists used the new Wairau bridge for the
first time the previous week, after the old wooden bridge had been replaced with
a new concrete structure. It also noted there had been a road realignment to
remove a dangerous corner from the entrance into the Maungaturoto township.60
Seven of the eight bridges between the Wairau Bridge and Brynderwyn had
already been replaced.
29th
Pilot-Officer H.J. Keller of Maungaturoto is reported missing believed to be
killed in action by the Auckland Star.61

1940
January
20th
The Auckland Star reports the prosecution of three men in the Maungaturoto
Courthouse after the men had taken beer to a dancehall at Hakaru. The
individuals were prosecuted under an act banning alcohol from dance halls. 62
July
3rd
The Maungaturoto Dairy Company reports a record output for the last season.
It was noted in the Directors report that the number of suppliers had dropped
from 320 to 303 during the year.63
With favourable climatic conditions principally responsible, the output of
the Maungaturoto Dairy Company last season was a record.
The total was 1274 tons or 132 tons more than in the previous season. The directors'
report to be presented at the annual meeting on July 24 states that the quality of
output has been maintained. The average grade for the season was 94.341, against
94.484 for the preceding season.
The appropriation account showed a surplus available for distribution amounting to
21,616, and the directors will recommend a payment of 2.25 d per lb on all butterfat
received.
This will absorb 21,966, leaving a balance to the debit of the appropriation account,
amounting to 349, and bringing the average pay-out for the season over all grades
to 16.162 d. The average pay-out for the previous year was 16.091 d.

In common with other Northland dairy companies, Maungaturoto records a reduction

in costs this year, the total charges to f.o.b. being 2.160 d. compared with 2.289 d for
the 1938-39 season.
During the year the number of suppliers to the company decreased from 320 to 303.
In spite of the decreased turnover and a difficult season, profits from the motor
department exceeded 000. which the directors recommend to be placed to the
reserve account.
At the beginning of the season the directors decided to institute a rebate on the stores
department and fertilisers profits. Under this heading the sum of 367 was credited to
shareholders.
The retiring directors, Messrs. D. A. Finlayson. E. Brown and J. Sterling, again offer
their services.

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NZ Truth 13 October 1906
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Northern Advocate 21 October 1915
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Rodney & Waitemata Times 31 May 1916
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Rodney & Otamatea Times 11 July 1917
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Rodney & Otamatea Times 11 July 1917
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Auckland Star 20 September 1917
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Poverty Bay Herald 6 April 1918
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Northern Advocate 24 August 1918
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Northern Advocate 8 October 1918
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Northern Advocate 7 June 1919
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Northern Advocate 31 March 1920
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Northern Advocate 7 April 1920
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Northern Advocate 31 March 1920
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Northern Advocate 29 April 1920
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Auckland Star 2 June 1921
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Auckland Star 11 April 1924
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Auckland Star 11 February 1925
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History of Maungaturoto Primary School 1874 1974 p.46
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Auckland Star 3 November 1926
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Evening Post 25 June 1927
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Auckland Star 27 July 1927
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Auckland Star 19 July 1928
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Rodney & Otamatea Times 10 July 1929
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Auckland Star 22 July 1929
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Auckland Star 1 August 1929
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Auckland Star 16 August 1929
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Auckland Star 3 February 1931
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Auckland Star 4 July 1931
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Auckland Star 30 November 1931
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Evening Post 15 September 1934
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Auckland Star 27 September 1938
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Auckland Star 19 April 1939
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Auckland Star 20 November 1939
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Auckland Star 19 November 1939
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Auckland Star 20 January 1940
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Auckland Star 3 July 1940
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