Sir James Carroll
The life of Wairoa’s most prominent son Sir James Carroll. Born on the Wairoa riverbank to an Irish father and Māori mother, Timi Kara became a revered figure in New Zealand politics and champion of local issues.
NZ Wars
Wairoa & the NZ Wars
On Christmas Day 1865 some 200 armed troops attacked theunfortified Omaruhakeke village north of Wairoa. What were the circumstances that lead to this attack andwhat were the consequences for the people who lived in theWairoa District at this time
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