Places

Date: 1840 - 1880

From: McLean, Donald (Sir), 1820-1877 :Maps from papers

Reference: MapColl-832.41a/[18-?]/Acc.2799

Description: Sketch map representing the Makirikiri Valley, two part blocks, the old pa site Tapiripiri, McLean's pole and the path of the Whangaehu River. Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper, linen backed, 27 x 29.4 cm. Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - McLean, Donald (Sir), 1820-1877 Papers - MS-Papers-0032.

Date: 1840

By: Wilson, D M, active 1921

Reference: MapColl-832.11gcdo/Pre-1840/Acc.1717

Description: Drawn on a published map, shows plan of the ancient drains of the Kaitaia swamp, situated in Block V (five) Ahipara survey district, Pt 13, 14 and 15, adjoining the Pukepoto Block of Native land, on Kaitaia Road between Kaitaia and Ahipara. Archeological detail of old water course or drain, remains of Maori kainga encircling drain, remains of Maori camp, several large store pits, and streams (Waitapu, Kohi, Whau, Waipapa). Shows the position of the new drains, undrained land (raupo and wiwi swamp), unformed roads, school residence and Kaitaia Road. Blocks of land owned by A.W. Masters (Pt. 15), Campbell (Pt. 14) with Pt. 13 divided between L. Masters and S. Masters. Map made by the Department of Lands and Survey, surveyed for the Polynesian Society on August 18, 1921. Base Map: For surveys under the Land transfer Act. Plan of ... ([Wellington]: New Zealand. Department of Lands and Survey, 191[?].) Stamped 'Polynesian Society'. Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink on card, hand coloured, linen backed, 49 x 49.5 cm.

Date: [ca 1838-1840]

From: Laslett, Thomas, 1811-1887 : Journals

Reference: MS-Papers-8349-2-161

Description: Map of the mouth of the Mercury River by Thomas Laslett from his journal. Quantity: 1 page. Physical Description: Pen and ink drawing 315 x 190 mm

Date: 1840 - 1849

From: Bidwill, Brian Carne, 1923-2009: Maps

By: Dennan, James John, 1834-1892

Reference: MapColl-832.45gbbd/[184-?]/Acc.39363

Description: Cadastral map with topographical features showing Pihautea Estate and surrounding Maori land in south Wairarapa occupied by Charles R Bidwill. Freehold and native land are referred to in a key. Identifies land blocks with Maori names and unnamed land blocks, both with acreages. Ruamahanga River, Te Maire Creek, Jury's Island and the Road to Kahautara are shown. Other bordering settler properties are named as G Goodrick, W Bicknell, B.W.O. and B Williams, W. Nichol, G. Hunter, Yule Maori land blocks include Maramamau. C.R. Bidwill's station is called Pihautea Station Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink, pencil and colourwash on card, linen backed, coloured, 87.8 x 66.9 on sheet 99.96 x 72.4 cm.

Date: 1840 - 1843

Reference: MapColl-832.4794gmbj/[1840-43]/Acc.352

Description: The main map is of part of the east and west banks of the Hutt River showing shingle and sand areas and the directional flow of the current. The site of the proposed bridge is shown. Includes the name Captain Daniel written at a site adjacent to the site of the proposed bridge. The letters A to M are written at various intervals along the site of the proposed bridge as well as rough pencilled markings. The second map is a cross section of the river from point A to M with measurements in feet. A rough pencilled sketch of a bridge, with some measurements, has been added above the cross sectional drawing Title supplied by cataloguer Handwritten note with signature centre right of map: Believe 1840-1843, L. Hore 1940 A similar copy shows the site of ferry at the site of the proposed bridge. MapColl-832.4794gmbj/[1840-43?]/Acc.351 Quantity: 2 manuscript map(s) on one sheet. Physical Description: Ink, pencil and colourwash on paper, linen backed, coloured, 54.7 x 88.8 cm.

Date: 1830 - 1840

By: Fairburn, Edwin, 1827-1911; Auckland Public Library

Reference: MapColl-832.11a/1833/Acc.39923

Description: Map, with cadastral and topographical information, showing the Church Missionary Society Mission Station at Paihia, circa 1835. Shows the site of an old whare paru mud hut on H William's property, W William's stone house, the chapel, WT Fairburn's house and carpenter's and smith's shops. Shows C Baker's home, and the first printing office beside a stone hut occupied by David (Rawiri) Taiwhanga about 1833 with his children Hill and Martin. Text on map mentions that Sunday school teacher Mr Joseph Matthews, and Hira and Matenga (Hill and Marsden). Shows bathing places in the Horotutu Creek, and further text mentions the site of New Zealand's the first game of cricket, Fairburn's trek across the sandbar to Motu Maire and shows outlying islands. Names Waitangi and Horotutu Beach. It is not conclusive whether or not Edwin Fairburn made this copy of the original map, or the orignal map itself. Other Titles - Sketch map of Church Missionary Society Mission Station Pahia - as in early times Written on map recto: 'Copy of map of Paihia by Edwin Fairburn, circa 1833'. 'Fairburn's map of Paihia'. Edwin Fairburn was the son of the CMS missionary, William Fairburn Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink and watercolour on paper, paper and linen backed,35.9 x 26.6 cm Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - unknown source.

Date: 1840 - 1843

Reference: MapColl-832.4794gmbj/[1840-43?]/Acc.351

Description: The main map is of part of the east and west banks of the Hutt River showing shingle and sand areas and the directional flow of the current. The site of the ferry crossing includes the approaches to the ferry, the line of chain and the centre of the line of road laid down on the selection plan. A fence is marked. The second map is of the traverse section of river shewing ferry boat. Levels of the west and east banks of the river and supposed level of the highest flood are shown. Measurements in feet are marked for the level of the highest flood and the ordinary level of water. Includes approaches to the ferry. A typewritten note mounted on the map under the title states: Plan of the ford probabaly used for four years between 1868 and 1872 during which time there was no bridge over the river. For location see jubilee book. Handwritten note under title states: The ferry boat to be constructed of rough timber but strongly fitted, 32 feet long by 14 feet wide, out and out. To be formed square with double bottom and capable of supporting 15 tons. The platform to be about 12 inches above the level of the water when the boat is loaded. The sides and bottom to be of 4 inch planking, 6 inch timbers and knees. To have strong flaps hung at each end with chains, and bulwarks at the sides. To prepare a large wheel for windlass and all other fittings for same. To fix proper sheares and leaders for main chains. To fix a small pump in boat. Numerous pencilled handwritten notes state: Before first bridge. Believe 1840-43, L.H. For probable location, see D.P. 89. Note at top of map states: Negative available Note on verso states: Before Hutt bridge decision A similar copy shows proposed bridge at site of ferry. MapColl-832.4794gmbj/[1840-43?]/Acc.352 Quantity: 2 manuscript map(s) on one sheet. Physical Description: Ink, pencil and colourwash on paper, encased in plastic, coloured, 53 x 73.1 cm.

Date: 1839 - 1840

By: New Zealand Company; Cobham, Samuel, 1799-1881

Reference: MapColl-832.4796a/1839/Acc.15648

Description: Plan of the proposed city of Wellington that was to be located near the mouth of the Hutt River and Petone, Lower Hutt City. The area covers 1361 acres, exclusive of streets and terraces, with 261 acres for government purposes, squares, public buildings, hospitals, schools, markets, wharves, and 1100 acres for settlers for building purposes. The town is laid out in a grid pattern, with the Hutt River running through the centre, and a terrace around the periphery. Several blocks on the plan are allocated for specific purposes, such as government offices, prison, public baths, museum, barracks, president's palace, college of surgeons. Four cemeteries are proposed on the corners of the plan, each of eight acres. Note on mount reads: This proposal was for the establishment of Wellington on the banks of the Hutt River. See also associated lettered at AT 3/1/6, regarding Cobham and the map. This edition is a photocopy from a specially drawn copy, held formally in Government House, Wellington. Catalogue card states a copy is held in strongroom, Parliamentary library. Note on map says the town is to be surrounded by 1100 farms of 100 acres each. Note on map before copying states each blank square is 8 acres. Note on map before copying: Designed by Samuel Cobham, Newgate Street, where plans may be had. Note on map before copying: W Lake, lith, 50, Old Bailey, London. See also second and third photographic copies of lithograph of this map, filed at MapColl-832.4796a/1839/Acc.15647 and Acc.1269. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, coloured, mounted, 39.3 x 50 cm.

Date: 1840 - 1849

From: Bidwill, Brian Carne, 1923-2009: Maps

By: Williamson, John S, active 1840s

Reference: MapColl-832.45gbbd/[184-?]/Acc.39364

Description: Surveying map with topographical features of the Ngapuke area, with land occupied by C. R. Bidwill and Maori owners; also shows various Maori named land blocks. Some physical features are described. Includes the Ruamahanga River and Ngapuke Pah site. Note on verso, referring to Pihautea Station, once owned by C. R. Bidwill, states: Old maps of Pihautea Inscriptions: Recto - centre left - I certify that the rules for the guidance of Native land Surveyors have been complied with in this Survey. The instrument used has been a 5 1/2 Inch transit theodolite. Signed John S. Williamson, Licensed surveyor. Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink, pencil, colourwash on card, linen backed, coloured, 67.4 x 98.9 cm.

Date: 1840 - 1849

Reference: MapColl-832.11a/[184-?]/Acc.1780

Description: Shows survey of land of Motukaraka Island, Hokianga Harbour, adjoined by the Motu Karaka and the Waimanga Creeks. Map shows position of old Maori pa site as well as mangrove trees and high water mark. Other Titles - McDonnell Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink on card, hand coloured, linen backed, 23 x 33.5 cm.

Date: [Between 1840 and 1860]

By: Searancke, William Nicholas, 1817?-1904; Hill, Howard (Mrs), active 1950s?

Reference: MapColl-832.11gbbd/[1840?]/Acc.5058

Description: Map of Ngunguru River, near Matapouri Bay, North Auckland showing the land properties of Mr Busby (1032 acres), Mr Thwaites (286 acres) and Mr Hodgkinson (188 acres). Notes Maori pa at Waipa and old native settlement downstream. Information relating to the year the schooner Southern Cross ran aground at Ngunguru is at: https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZ18600627.2.25 Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink and watercolour on paper, glued to linen covered card, part coloured, 48 x 83 cm. Processing information: Title and date updated 31 May 2024 following information from a researcher. Previous title: Searancke, William Nicholas, 1817-1904 :Plan shewing the lands on the north bank of the Ngunguru River purchased by Mr Busby & Mr Thwaites and Mr Thwaites and Mr Hodgkinson on the south bank [ms map]. Will. N. Searancke, Surveyor. [1840?]