Māori (New Zealand people) - Land tenure - New Zealand - Wellington Region

Date: 1916

By: New Zealand. Department of Lands and Survey. Wellington District Office; New Zealand. Department of Lands and Survey; Archives New Zealand

Reference: MapColl-832.47cba/1916/Acc.37816

Description: Topographic map of Kapiti Island with some described features and named vegetation. Includes the site of an anchorage adjacent to Motungarara Island and Kapiti Island. Ink blotches obliterate parts of the map Kapiti Island includes numerous Maori placenames and named streams. Pa sites and former Maori settlements are marked, as are whaling stations and a cavern, formerly a burial ground. Sites of mutton birds are marked as are water supplies, walking tracks, the site of an old homestead and old cultivations. Tokumapuna Island, 1.2.21 [acres] includes the site of the main whaling station and named rocks which are covered at high water are named. Motungarara Island, 3.2.0 [acres] includes the site of a former whaling station Tahoramaurea Island, 3.3.21 [acres] includes the site of Mayhew's store 442 is written in each of three corners of the map Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, scale [1:70 000], 70.1 x 75.5 cm.

Date: Oct 1906

By: Stowell, Henry Matthew, 1859-1944

Reference: qMS-1928

Description: Contains the purchase of the Haukaretu block in Wellington by Maori Quantity: 1 volume(s) (2, 4 pages). Physical Description: Typescripts (34 cm folded to 27 cm)

Date: 1843 - 1939

By: New Zealand. Department of Lands and Survey. Wellington District Office; Hall, Lance, 1899-1985; War Memorial Library (Lower Hutt, N.Z.)

Reference: MapColl-832.4793gbbd/[ca.1843]/Acc.7915;7918;8370;8371;8372

Description: Cadastral map, with topographic features, of the Hutt River valley from an area north of the Stokes Valley bridge to the harbour. Includes the road which runs parallel to the river. High Street, Victoria Street, Railway Avenue, and Hutt Road are named. The settlements of Richmond, Aglionby and Britannia are named. Includes numbered sections with owners' names. Clifford, Molesworth, Taine, Park, Child, Alzdorf, Hanson, Stokes, Dr. Evans, Riddiford, Dr. Dorset, Swainson, Barton, Compton, Captain Daniell, Colonel Wakefield, Burcham, Bidwill. Several areas of native reserve are marked as are the sites of a pa, Hughes' House, Masons House, Boulcott's House, Molesworth Farm, Aglionby Arms, Queens Head Inn are marked. Title supplied by cataloguer Hand-written along bottom of sheet 5: Photostat of plan in Survey office, Wellington. L. Hall, 1939 Quantity: 1 map(s) on five sheets. Physical Description: Photographic copy, linen backed, scale not given, 196.7 x 63 cm., sheets 64.1 x 45.2 cm. and smaller

Date: [1901]

From: Field, William Hughes, 1861-1944 : Papers

Reference: 73-128-171

Description: Various documents including correspondence and receipts; identified persons entered under Name. Includes several documents in Maori; note re Ramari relating to her land share return, letter re the return of Whitireia school reserve and letter to Mrs Moore re Waikakaho land from W G H Baillie. Language - Many documents in Maori (untranslated) Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 16 Nov 1895-5 Apr 1896

By: Davy, P, active 1895-1896

Reference: MS-Group-0708

Description: Comprises holograph diary kept by P Davy on the `Ruahine' and during his tour of New Zealand. After disembarking at Wellington where he visited relatives he toured to other parts of New Zealand. He describes a gathering of Maori following the settlement of fishing rights on Lake Wairarapa, a visit to a freezing works at Belfast, gold mining on the West Coast and Rotorua where he visited a pa, saw geysers and bathed in the hot pools. His journal ends on the return journey to England when staying at Sydney. Also includes transcript of part of the diary (16 Nov 1895-3 Jan 1896). Source of title - Supplied Relationship complexity - Full transcript of diary at MS-Papers-4391 Davy and his Aunt Harriet boarded the `Ruahine' at Plymouth 16 Nov 1895 and disembarked 12 Jan 1896 at Wellington where they stayed with relatives. After travelling around New Zealand they left Auckland for Sydney, 18 Mar. The writer of the diary is presumed to be P Davy, a passenger on the `Ruahine'; he visited members of the Davy family while in Wellington. He was probably one of the Devonshire Davys, a nephew of George Boutflower Davy, an official of the Land Registration Court of NZ, and the son of Edward Davy (1806-1885), an experimental chemist who emigrated to Australia. Quantity: 1 volume(s). 1 folder(s). 0.03 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph and typescript Transfers: To Photographic Archive - Photograph of the `Gaul' with unidentifed tender vessel.

Reference: MapColl-832.47eg/[18-?](1972)/Acc.37829

Description: Sketch plan of the remains of a Maori kainga on the eastern coast of Kapiti Island, from the Kahikatea and the Otehou Stream). Shows platforms, pits, middens, hut remains, trees with carvings, middens, and some topographic information. Includes an inset location map. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, scale indeterminable, 40.6 x 28.7 cm. Transfers: From the Harper-Taylor papers..

Date: [ca 1906]

By: Halse, Frederick James, 1863-1936

Reference: MapColl-832.47gbbd/[ca.1906]/Acc.347

Description: Copy of topographic manuscript map of Kapiti Island, with cadastral and Māori historical information. Shows several pā sites, including Wharekahu Bay Pa, Taepiro Stream Pa, 'Rangitira Point Pa'. Shows land subdivisions, such as Maraetakaroro Kapiti No. 2, subdn 2B and Waiorua Kapiti no. 5, subdn 1B. Identifies Māori place names, the residence of Te Rauparaha and 'Rangihaieta' (Te Rangihaeata), the residence of Mr A S Wilkinson, whaling stations on surrounding islands. Beside the map are notes on early HMS ship visits to the island. Total area for the island is given as over 4855 acres. Annotation on map before copying: Sale plan W 35. It was formerly assumed that this map is a photocopy from the manuscript reproduced in 'The stirring times of Te Rauparaha (Chief of the Ngatitoa) / by W.T.L. Travers. Also, The sacking of Kaiapohia / by J.W. Stack.Travera - the stirring times of Te Rauparaha'. Christchurch ; Melbourne : Whitcombe and Tombs, [1906]. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Black and white photographic copy, linen backed, scale indeterminable, 30 x 26.7 cm.

Date: 1881

By: Te Puni, Henare, active 1840-1881

Reference: MSI-Papers-1495

Description: Deeds between Henare Te Puni and Archibald Stuart for leases of land bordering Korokoro Stream, Petone Quantity: 1 folder(s) (4 pieces). 0.01 Linear Metres.

Date: Between 1871 and 1881 - 1870

From: McEwen, Jock Malcolm, 1915-2010: Collection

Reference: MapColl-832.45gbbe/1871/Acc.27669-70

Description: Copy of an 1870 cadastral map of land blocks within the Manawatū-Wairarapa Block, from the Tararua Ranges eastwards to the Puketoi Range and Castle Point Block. Blocks indicate name, number and acreage, and include Kaihinu, Pahiatua, Te Pukahu, Mongorongo, Eketāhuna, Ngatapu, Ihuraua, Manawatū, Mangahauo, Puketoi, Tautane, Makure. Two blocks include note 'not passed the [Native Land] Court' (Kaihanga, Mangahao no. 3; 7,000 acres and Puketoi no. 6; 3,200 acres). Includes annotations such as the addition of Mangakao no. 2 block in 1881. Includes names of rivers, streams. Note on map reads: 'Produced before the N[ative] L[and] Court at Masterton Wairarapa September 7th 1871'. [Signed] J Rogan'. Note on map reads 'This ? does not conflict with Crown Lands' Judge (signature indeciferable) 'Oct 23 '[18]71' Written on map, bottom left: '897', '2387' Written under map 'This plan is now numbered 88B'. Some annotated text and signatures difficult to decipher (such as map compiler and surveyor). Title supplied by Library. Quantity: 1 map(s) on two sheets. Physical Description: Photographic copy, scale indeterminable, 61 x 50 cm. Provenance: Copied from map W49 part of Head Office Collection of maps and plans. Dept. of Lands and Survey. Processing information: Separated in 1999, combined with ATL-Group-00693 in August 2023.

Date: 1853-1864, 1937

By: Allen, William Bennett, 1847-1947

Reference: qMS-0055

Description: Typescript of a letter dated 27 Sep 1937; describes life in Wellington as a member of a Wellington militia; also recalls fencing Maori reserve in South Wellington Source of title - Transcribed Quantity: 1 volume(s) (2 leaves). 0.02 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Typescript (28cm, white wraps, blue pamphlet case)

Date: 1881-1888

From: Ngata, Apirana Turupa (Sir), 1874-1950 : Further papers

Reference: MSY-5703

Description: Contains whakapapa and and information relating to lands in the Wellington region Quantity: 1 volume(s). Physical Description: Holograph

Reference: MapColl-832.47eg/[18-?](1972)/Acc.37822

Description: Map showing cultivation area on the southest side of Okupe Lagoon, Kapiti Island. Shows scrub and fence lines, banks, and grooves, scrub and exotic grasses. Shows site of the remains of a half a canoe. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, scale indeterminable, 36.8 x 54.5 cm. Transfers: From the Harper-Taylor papers..

Date: [189-?]

From: Polynesian Society: Records

Reference: MS-Papers-1187-020

Description: Comprises notes in Best's hand, notes by S P Smith and letters to Smith. Among the variety of material are notes on Hau, a West Coast ancestor and his journey to Paekakariki; traditional history of early ancestor Tutahanga and fighting between Ngati Maru and Ngapuhi; whakapapa from Karepa Te Uira to Tamarere Ahu II; queries and notes about Ngati Ira and early Wellington; brief notes and whakapapa of Ngati Maru; a waiata from Whanake; many items relating to Wellington Maori place names, iwi, chiefs and history and other fragments of North Island Maori history. Includes two letters from W H Skinner to S P Smith, 1894. Also contains notes about the Ngati Toa and Taranaki chiefs leading the migrations to the Horowhenua and Wellington regions, and their conflicts with the Muaupoko; Ngati Apa; Rangitane and Ngati Kahungunu. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Finding Aids: Detailed listing of folder contents available in inventory.

Date: 1907

By: Taylor and Carroll (Firm)

Reference: MapColl-832.47bje/1962/Acc.7489

Description: Survey map with cadastral markings of sections 1-3, Block 5, at Pencarrow Head, with acreage. Boundaries for drainage board land, Crown land (including that reserved for lighthouse) are shown but are difficult to decipher. A possible former pa site is shown. Maori owners are listed as CT 222/206 EJ Burdan (leasee), CT 222/205 ML 3678l, and CT 352/206 AW Burdan and owners. Section 3 is enlarged in an inset map. Stamped with original survey details, including file number, instructions, reference plan numbers, field book numbers and traverse book numbers. Note on map reads 'Formerly Pencarrow Lighthouse reserve, Crown land - Gaz. 1961 p.1930' and 'secs 1, 2 & 3 have no legal access'. Written on map: 'SO25401'. Total area over 81 acres. Signed by chief surveyor. Shows sewer and drains. Note says foreshore from Pencarrow Head to Korokoro vested in Harbour Board. Part of the Parangarahu Block. Local body - Hutt County Council. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photographic copy, linen backed, scale indeterminable, 49 x 47 cm.

Date: 1955

By: Martin & Dyett (Firm); Waikanae Anglican Parish

Reference: MapColl-832.4399gbbd/1955/Acc.29352

Description: Shows land blocks, proposed roads, reserves in the vicinity of Parata, within the boundary of Te Ngarara and Te Moana Roads and the Main Highway. Land blocks are numbered, include acreages and the following names - Tom Parata, Harata, Wihou, Kanawa, Tira, Wewango, Toomey, although the handwriting is difficult to decipher. Includes numbered sections. Similar to MapColl-832.4399gbbd/1955/Acc.29353 (not coloured) Handwritten on bottom right corner: 843 Stamp on reverse of map: Print by Gordon H. Burt Ltd., 160 Lambton Quay, Wellington Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Ink. pencil and colourwash on paper, coloured, scale [1:3960], 53 x 48 cm. Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - Waikanae Anglican Parish Records. MS-Group-0893..

Date: 1902 - 1912

By: Greville, Reginald Palmer, 1862-1923; Crompton-Smith, Maurice, 1864-1953; New Zealand. Department of Lands and Survey. Wellington District Office

Reference: MapColl-832.47a/1902/Acc.12464

Description: Topographic and surveying map of northern part of Kapiti Island from the Otehou Stream northwards. Topographic features are described and some vegetation is named. Water supplies, walking tracks, sites of McLean's house, a woolshed and sheepyards and a fisherman's hut are marked. Streams and localities have Maori names. A note refers to an abundance of goats on the island. Stamps on bottom right corner: 14958. Indexed Stamp on bottom right is of the District Land and Survey Office, Wellington. Note on catalogue card states that this is a photocopy of an original held at the District Office, Wellington Signature of R. P. Greville under title Handwritten note above title states: Blk [i.e. Block] I Stamp of approval with signature of M. C. Smith, for Chief surveyor, 7th June 1912 Note on bottom left states: Entered on Crown Grant & road record maps Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Negative photostatic copy, scale [ca.1:12 672], 43.6 x 43.3 cm.

Date: 1890

By: Buck, William Seldon, 1846-1919

Reference: MapColl-832.47gbbd/1890/Acc.6384

Description: Survey map with cadastral information, of part section 9, Block 12, Belmont Survey District, (Porirua County District), which was designated a Native (Maori) reserve. The section runs east of the old Porirua Road, southeast of Johnsonville and includes part of the old course of the Upper Ngauranga River. A road runs through the middle of the section. A long thin area of 29 acres running across the middle of the section is highlighted, with the name 'Enoka Hohepa and others (including roads)' written on it. This area has been skewed slightly (the previous highlight is faintly shown). North of the highlighted area is named part section number 9, 'Mere Pawa and others'. The remaining part of the section below the highlighted area bears no name. The faintly highlighted area includes the note: subdivision number 3 of section numbers 7 and 9. Government trigs and government blocks are identified in the survey. Stamped Survey Office Wellington 4793/7; 24 February 1890. Note on map states map meets regulations of the Survey of Native lands, and that the map has been forwarded to the Chief Surveyor, Wellington. Map examined and signed by Edward Briscoe, authorised surveyor. Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink and watercolour on dressed linen, scale [ca. 1:7 920], 45 x 41 cm.

Date: [1981]-1999

From: Wills Johnson, Gordon, 1925-2004 : Speeches, radio talks and other papers

Reference: MS-Papers-6801-01

Description: Clippings on Maori subjects; letters to Ben Couch and the NZPA from Ron Fisher, Professor of Psychology, University of Saskatchewan, Canada, re his reporting of Maori-Pakeha relations; extracts from Wairarapa Maori Land Court minute book, n53 (1981); minutes of the Wairarapa Green Dollar Exchange Inc (Oct 1995); further correspondence, all entered under Name Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1864 - 1872

Reference: MapColl-832.4792/[ca 1864-1882]/Acc.37803

Description: Cadastral map showing two Native (Maori) reserves in Wellington. The first is in Lowry Bay, and shows three sections, numbered 1, 3 and 4, which have two roads running through them, one unnamed and one named from the Hutt to Wainuiomata. Section 1 and 3 are shaded. Part of section 9 is indicated, with the name Mr Fitzherbert. Measurements are indicated in chains. The second Native (Maori) reserve states it is in Waiwetu (Waiwhetu), which is present day Seaview. It shows the mouth of the Hutt River and the Waiwhetu River, the Hutt race course, 11 acres and section 15, with the name Mr Wakefield. The name Waiwhetu refers to what is known on similar maps as the Waiwetu (Waiwhetu) Flat. It is present day Seaview, at the mouth of the Hutt River, and the Waiwhetu River (which may have been slightly diverted). Extended Title - Native reserves in Lowry Bay and Waiwhetu, Wellington Quantity: 2 map(s) on one sheet. Physical Description: Photographic copy, scale indeterminable, 36.6 x 61.9 cm.

Date: 1843 - 1939 - 1847 - 1945

Reference: MapColl-832.47p/[197-?]/Acc.23130

Description: Map showing old military installations from the New Zealand Wars, 1843-7 and the home guard sites of New Zealand Army in World War II. Sites from the New Zealand War include Te Rangihaeata's stronghold (1846), the site of a chapel and the colonial cemetery at Pauatahanui, military trenches (one named McKillops), the barracks of the 65th regiment, the officer's quarters, the Boulton's Hotel of 1847, Troopers Hill, isolated Maori grave along Paekakariki Hill Road, the landing stage of the 58th and 65th regiments, Tandy's constablulary's post and the Waitaha Maori at Ration Point. Sites during World War II include the home guard headquarters of 1941 at Jones Deviation, the 1939 New Zealand Army Unit and United States Marines 2nd division near Kakaho Stream, as well as the Duck Creek saw mill at Bradey's Bay. Shows J Walker's homestead. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo photoprint, scale indeterminable, 34.2 x 36.6 cm.