Found in the Manawatu District Council files - early brochure of Putau Ngahere Domain

Situated outside the Makino Pool. Redevelopment of walkway and approaches to the Makino Stream.

Postcards featuring Kowhai Park

Demolition of some of the bird Avairies in Kowhai Park 2018

Swimming in the Oroua River, picnics and a children's playground feature within this expansive 24ha riverside park. A number of sports grounds are also a popular venue for a range of sporting activities and dog training. The local Pony Club is also a regular feature. An athletic track is beside the (riverside) driveway. Just off Campbell Street, there is a "secret" azalea garden that is being developed as part of the walkway system. Facilities The recently upgraded children's playground now features a new tiered fort with minislides.

Situated on Kawakawa Road. These photographs were taken 22nd January 2018,orgainsed tour and picnic which was opened 102 years to the day! An informative journey through our local park, Gavin Scott and his apprentice Henare Ratana-Hartley talked about the history, the trees and the work involved.

Pohangina Domain also known as (Totara Reserve) This 5.14ha reserve is a former cricket ground with cricket pavillion and specimen trees, including kahikatea. Large historic elms mark the road boundary. The domain is grazed and its main use at present is for picnicking and carparking for people walking the Council Branch Road Walkway (Pohangina), which begins at the domain. The open spaces are used by local children. Location This reserve is located on Pohangina Valley West Road.

Developing Mount Lees was a lifelong project for Ormond Wilson who in December 1971 gifted the homestead block and bush to the Crown. Palmerston North City Council administered the property until around 1989 when the Manawatu District Council took over responsibility. Keen to carry on Ormond Wilson's vision, the council has undertaken an extensive planting programme of its own which visitors to the 29.5ha reserve will see as they walk around the property. Features Visitors will find a wide selection of native and exotic trees and shrubs. As the seaons change, Mount Lees presents many different faces. Autumn is spectacular as the reserve's exotics prepare to shed their foliage. Spring offers a magnificent display of magnolia flowers, blossom and carpets of forget-me-knots. Mount Lees is renowned for its daffodils which are at their best in September/October. October/November is the best time to see the primulas, honesty, cinerarias and the dove trees in flower. The giant himalayan lily flower is as its perfumed best in December. In January/February the reserve is filled with flowering blue and white agapanthus. Wildlife The bush at the reserve is rich in bird life. Many native birds inhabit the reserve - Kereru (wood pigeon), Morepork, Grey Warblers, Fantails, Tuis, Bellbirds, Wax Eyes and Kingfisher. Facilities These include parking, picnic areas, toilets, childrens play areas and a Summerhouse. Other Details Mount Lees is open to the public seven days a week from 9am to 5pm. There is no charge but donations are gratefully accepted. It is close to the Rangitikei river for great trout fishing or for those with golf in mind, it's only a short drive to four rural golf courses. The Summerhouse is available for group functions. It has two small out-buildings and a kitchen. Bookings are essential. Manawatu District Council extends a warm welcome to visitors. Group parties such as gardening and horticultural clubs, education parties, conference tours, weddings and members of the New Zealand Motor Caravan Association are invited to contact Mount Lees (www_Globe.jpg) for further information. Dogs are not allowed on the reserve. Location Mt Lees Reserve is located at 199 Ngaio Road, only 6km from SH1, between Sanson and Bulls and within easy driving distance of Palmerston North and Feilding.

Situated on Kawakawa Road, Feilding

The bush entrance to the reserve features giant redwood, totara and other native species. The reserve provides for a range of recreation activities including swimming, fishing, whitewater rafting and canoeing. It is a popular holiday camping spot for families and large groups. There are three main camping areas but people can camp where they wish. There are showers (cold) available but no BBQ's.

On the back of the postcard: Mini Golf Course, Makino Park, Feilding. This challenging 18 hole course was designed and built on a voluntary basis by members of the Feilding Lions Club in 1982, assisted by generous donations of materials from local business firms. The Feilding Lions Club operates the course and donates all profits to charitable and community causes.

Kowhai Park Duck Pond

A hot summers evening at Kowhai Park Duck Pond and Rose Garden on South Street. Teenage section entry.

Kowhai Park is situated on South Street, includes a Bird Avairy and cricket field Child Section Entry

Flowers in Kowhai Park Adult entry

The sky at Timona Park river. Teenage entry.

Photograph taken by the bird sanctuary. Adult entry

Photograph taken in Johnson Park. Jordon Moor riding his motorcycle in the park, down towards the Feilding Golf Club end. Teen Entry

The start of the A2 Minibike class at Manfield

Was Situated in Manchester Square in the quadrant that included Binn Inn and Manchester Tarvern.

Situated beside the Makino Pool.

Makino Mini Golf on Aorangi Street.

A scenic route that takes you through picturesque countryside in our Region. From Pohangina Valley to Apiti, Kimbolton, Kiwitea and Cheltenham

A copy of the Feilding Borough Council Walk Week number 4 fact sheet

Kowhai Park covers 10.2ha and is managed by the Council. It is one of the Manawatu District Council’s premier or “flagship” reserves and as such has many functions for the community. The key components of the Park include: A heritage management area: including the historic former racecourse main entrance gates and the Old Tote building; A “village green” area which includes the cricket ground; A gardens management area which includes the native bush, the Makino Stream, gardens, bush walks, aviaries and rose gardens. Children’s play areas.