Te Iwi Tekau Marae, c. 1880's
This marae was built in the early 1880's, for the visit of King Tāwhiao to the district, which occurred in 1883 according to articles from the Manawatū Daily Times and the Feilding Star. The marae was situated in Awahuri, on the east bank of the Ōroua River, and was built by Ngāti Kauwhata. The wharenui (Te Iwa) fell into disrepair in the early 20th century, and was destroyed by an unnamed cyclone that impacted the Manawatū and the Wairarapa during 1936. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreHato Pāora College
The homestead at Hato Pāora (Saint Paul's) College. This building was originally constructed in 1913 for a local farming family on the outskirts of Feilding. In 1947, the property was bought by the Catholic church and transformed into Hato Pāori College, a boarding school for Māori boys. In it's prime, the pictured building housed the priests and four dormitories, and was named Ihaka House. Sadly, it was demolished in 2016 after concerns were raised with the school board regarding black rot bacteria and extensive water damage. Written on the back of this photograph: '_Originally stud sheep farmer's residence, now Catholic college to aid agricultural training to Māori boys.'_ _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreWhanganui Education Board Stock Camp, c. 1917
Students, teachers, and members of the Whanganui Education Board photographed at a 'Stock Camp'. The text on the photograph reads: _'Wanganui Education Board's 8th Annual Stock Camp At Parorangi, 1917'._ _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreKaihaka at Edward VII Coronation Celebration, c. 1902
Edward VII was crowned on the 9th of August, 1902. This group of kaihaka (performers) were one of the many acts at the celebrations held in Feilding. The photographer is unknown. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreFeilding Agricultural High School - FAHS
The FAHS hall and waharoa. Date unknown. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreTe Rangi Tahau, c. 1875
This postcard shows an image of Te Rangi Tahau, lying on the porch of a whare puni. His wife, Ngaikiha Te Raukura peers out the window, while one of his sons sits in the doorway. Te Rangi Tahau holds a patu (Totoringa) in his hand. Te Rangi Tahau was at one time a follower of Te Kooti, but at the time of this photograph it is believed he was living peaceably on the shores of Lake Taupō, at Waipahihi. Te Rangi Tahau was the son of Ngawaka Te Kohanga Tahau and Parekaui Teito Wairoroki. He had two sons, one of whom was named Paora Tahau. A clearer version of this photograph can be found at https://natlib.govt.nz/records/22780489. The original photographer was Herbert Deveril, but this image has been published in several books since its creation, and was sold as a postcard for some time. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreDemolition of Buildings on Manchester Square, c. 2008
The demolition of buildings on Manchester Square. In October 2008, a large fire broke out in the commercial block, destroying several buildings that were already earmarked for demolition. Big Barrel and Farmers Mutual Group occupy the space now. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreFMG Offices' Construction, c. 2010's
The main slabs for the FMG office building being erected, photographed by Humphries Construction sometime in the early 2010's. The building was completed in early 2013. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreBig Barrel, c. 2010's
Big Barrel, located on Manchester Square. The lot next to it was developed into an office building for FMG in 2013, so this photo was likely taken sometime in the early 2010's, when the development started. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023. _
Read MoreSoldiers War Memorial Statue
The Soldier's War Memorial Statue, located in Manchester Square. This photo was likely taken between 2008 and 2012, based on Ray White Real Estate occupying the shop on the corner. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreFeilding Farmers Market
A photo taken during the Feilding Farmers' Market, held every Friday except Good Friday for over 15 years.
Read MoreFarmers Mutual Group Offices, c. 2013
The FMG offices, located on the corner of Manchester Square and Manchester Street. This photograph was taken in February 2013, after the completion of the new building by Humphries Construction. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreManchester Square, c. 2010s
Manchester Square, looking down from the corner of Goodbehere Street towards Manchester Street. This photo was likely taken in the early 2010's, based on Robert Harris occupying the corner shop. _Edited by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreInterior of Feilding Power Station
This photo, supplied by Bernard Svendsen, shows the interior of the Feilding Power Station. The exact date of this photograph is unknown, but we can assume it was taken between 1914 (the year the Power Station was built) and the late 1920's, when the station was superceded with the completion of the central government Mangahao power scheme. A note on the back of this photograph reads: _Feilding Power House. Albert worked there for six years as the electrician and engineer. The generators (DC not AC) were driven by an engine which ran on crude oil (straight out of the ground at New Plymouth. It wouldn't flow till heated up)._ _Added to database by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreShowroom of McLeod & Svendsen
The interior of the electrical appliance shop, McLeod and Svendsen, located on the corner of Kimbolton Road and Manchester Square. The fashions (cloche hats and hemlines), suggest this photo was taken between 1925 and 1930. This photograph was supplied by Bernard Svendsen, whose father Albert Svendsen co-owned the shop from May 1923. The shop was sold in 1977 to Leader & Watt. _Added to the database by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreStaff of McLeod & Svendsen
The staff of the electrical appliance shop McLeod & Svendsen, photographed with the company vehicle. Albert Svendsen is on the right in the cap. _Contributed by Bernard Svendsen; added to the database by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreMcLeod & Svendsen Truck
The McLeod & Svendsen truck, fitted with a large mobile radio speaker system on the back, possibly for broadcasting the radio to a large audience. The man in the photograph is likely Albert Svendsen, co-owner of the business. _Photo contributed by Bernard Svendsen; added to the database by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreWindow Display of McLeod & Svendsen
A window display in McLeod & Svendsen, an electrical appliance store once located on the corner of Kimbolton Road and Manchester Square. The exact date is unknown, but it is likely the photograph was taken during the late 1950's or the early 1960's, due to the PhiliShave electric razors and portable (transistor) radio advertising displayed. A note on the back of the photograph reads: _McLeod & Svendsen's shop in the Square, Feilding. The frontage remains on new building in the Square today._ This photo was supplied by Bernard Svendsen, whose father Albert Svendsen co-owned the business from May 1923. _Added to database by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreExterior of McLeod & Svendsen, c. 1930
McLeod & Svendsen's electrical appliance shop at night, photographed in 1930. The shop was co-owned by Albert Svendsen, whose son Bernard contributed the photograph. The store, located on the corner of Kimbolton Road and Manchester Square, was sold to Leader & Watt in 1977. _Added to the database by Lydia Smith, 2023._
Read MoreTimona Park, c. February 2023
Flooding at Timona Park, during Cyclone Gabrielle, which hit New Zealand on February 14th, 2023. Timona Park was closed due to the Ōroua River breaching its banks.
Read MoreFoster Family
Simon Foster's family leaving their home 'Craven House' on Rongotea Road. The small gig was a type known as a Governess cart. From left: Bob (standing), Raven, Joan, Tom, Ruth, Mary, Ella (holding horse).
Read MoreCraigie Crest
Clydesdale Draught horse, Craigie Crest photographed with John Doughty. Roy Craig was the owner.
Read MoreHocken Bros Horse Sale, Grassmere
Men pose with horses to be sold at the Hocken Bros farm 'Grassmere', Colyton. Date and photographer unknown.
Read MoreSale of Horses by Hocken Bros
The Hocken Bros were well-established horse traders in Manawatu region. They frequently held sales in and around Feilding, as well as at their farm in Grassmere. Auctioneering firm Gorton & Son seemed to work quite closely with the Hocken Bros, as newspapers from that time period mention them together frequently. The date of this photograph is unknown.
Read MoreBramwell Bros Staff, c. 1909
Staff members at the Bramwell Bros Grocers and Irongmongers photographed in 1909. Photographer unknown. In the photo, left to right: Front row: Simpson; P. Bramwell Second Row: Street; unknown; J. W. Bramwell; Watson Bramwell, Mercer Third Row: R. Matthews; unknown; Redpath; unknown; A. Laurenson.
Read MoreFeilding Saleyards
Feilding Saleyards, located on Manchester Square near the Denbigh Hotel, date unknown. The first livestock sale made here was conducted in May 1880, by Jack Stevens and Colonel Gorton. They sold 100 head of cattle that day. Colonel Gorton went on to be a firm fixture at the saleyards - his firm Gorton & Son was one of four involved in regular weekly sales. The building in the photograph would have been where Gorton & Son conducted their business, as evidenced by the sign-writing on the front and the roof.
Read MoreFlood Waters in Feilding, c. 1907
On September 26, 1907, Feilding was inundated with rain for three days straight, causing floodwaters to rise in town and in surrounding rural areas. At the Beattie Street crossing, the water was right across the surface of Kimbolton Road, the Railway Yards were covered in water, and the footpath from the Council Chambers to Manchester Square was immersed. The Makino Stream reached a level not touched in ten years prior to this flood. Property was damaged, and there were several slips that came down on the railway, disrupting train services and causing general frustration amongst travellers.
Read MoreKathleen Cobbe, c. 1904
Kathleen Cobbe, daughter of New Zealand politician and store-owner John Cobbe. Photographed in 1904 by an unknown photographer.
Read MoreFeilding Municipal Library
A display of books to do with home improvement and gardening at the Feilding Municipal Library, date unknown. In the photograph is Roly Wood, who was a librarian from 1937 to 1968. Photographed by W. T. Bray.
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