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🐎 Were there stables in Hanover Street?
Tracing the origins of old stories about a place is not easy! When we were writing the story about the old farmhouse at 27 Hanover Street, we were intrigued by a question about stables that were said to have existed “next door”.
🐎 The … View more🐎 Were there stables in Hanover Street?
Tracing the origins of old stories about a place is not easy! When we were writing the story about the old farmhouse at 27 Hanover Street, we were intrigued by a question about stables that were said to have existed “next door”.
🐎 The “Fernhill” stables
Horses were the transport of necessity in very early Wadestown. In the 1860s to 1880s, Euphemia Maxwell, the owner and school mistress at “Fernhill” (Wadestown’s oldest house, at 15 Fernhill Terrace – watch out for our upcoming April posting!), famously used to get about on her black horse, Winnie! When I was talking with Tina Matthews who grew up in “Fernhill”, she mentioned early stories about horses being grazed in the paddocks between Fernhill Terrace and Hanover Street. “Fernhill” itself had stables that were swallowed up in the Fernhill subdivision in the late 1880s/early 1890s. The subdivision created housing sections on the lower part of Pitt Street, and the “Fernhill” stables were on one of these sections. But Tina couldn’t remember any stables in lower Hanover Street when she was growing up.
🐎 The stables at the top of the street
There were also stables and a bakery behind the store that opened at the corner of Hanover Street and 114 Main Road Wadestown from about 1880 (from 1915/16 until 1932 this was Plummer’s Grocer and Baker). But the old farmhouse is at the bottom of Hanover Street, not the top. So being very fond of detective stories, we kept looking for evidence of “the stables next door” …
🐎 The stable down Trelissick track
When James Hooper sold 3 acres of his dairy farm in 1878 to another dairyman, John Nash, the farmhouse at 27 Hanover Street was part of it, but there was no mention of horses (or stables).
In 1896, Nash sold the 3 acres to John Holmes, who bought it in trust for his daughter, Mrs Henrietta (Nettie) Ashworth. We know from Bronwyn Shrapnell’s notes in the Onslow Historian in 1973 that Nettie’s husband Henry Ashworth, a carrier, “kept his horse in a stable about 12 yards down the Trelissick track”. Where exactly was that stable? There is no evidence of such a building on or near the Trelissick Track as it now stands. Perhaps it was where the (1960s) cottage at 25 Hanover Street now stands, at the head of the Track, next door and to the north of 27 Hanover Street…
🐎 "The Nash farmhouse that stood next door”
There is another possibility. In the Onslow Historian, Bronwyn Shrapnell said “the Nash farmhouse … stood next door, [to 27 Hanover Street] until it was destroyed by fire a few years ago.” Bronwyn’s notes said that the Nash farmhouse received extensive fire damage and was pulled down, and that the barn/hayloft was blown off its foundations during the Wahine storm [10 April 1968]. [The hayloft also featured in a 1919 news report of a home invasion of Mr George Nash, Hanover Street. The person concerned fled, and was found “hiding in the hayloft”.] We felt that we were on the right track… a barn and hayloft… so maybe horses and stables?
Further search revealed that while the Ashworths were living at 27 Hanover Street (1896 to 1944), Mr George Nash built a dwelling with stables and dairy next door, at 31 Hanover Street [there is no #29]. The plans were approved in 1905, and George Nash lived there until his death at 72 years old in 1945 (a year after the Ashworth family had sold 27 Hanover Street). In his obituary, it says that George Nash “was for many years a suburban dairy farmer with a large milk delivery service over the greater part of Wellington North.” The George Nash Milk Distributing Company operated from premises in Molesworth Street.
🐎 Mystery solved: there were stables in Hanover Street at the Nash Farmhouse, 31 Hanover Street, from 1905.
🌺 But solving one mystery throws up so many other intriguing questions:
- What relation was George Nash to “John Nash, dairyman”, owner of 27 Hanover Street, next door, from 1878 until 1896?
- Did the 3 acres that John Nash bought in 1878 include both 27 and 31 Hanover Street?
- Where did George Nash graze his dairy herd (as a “suburban dairy farmer”)? Did he also rent or own the dairy farm that Hooper had owned from 1858?
- Did the Nash family continue living at “the Nash farmhouse” after 1945, until destroyed by storm and fire, in the late 1960s? Is that why it was still known as the Nash Farmhouse?
- Did the stables outlast the fire and the Wahine storm, to finally succumb to the section-clearing that preceded the building of flats in 1970? If so, were they still used as stables, in that age of the family car?
- Was George related to the other Nash residents in Hanover Street: W Nash, who was on the first Wadestown School Committee in 1881; W W Nash (another dairyman) who was living in Hanover Street in 1917; or Pvt W R Nash who served in WW1 before coming back to his mother’s home at 35 Hanover Street?
- The bakery at the top of Hanover Street survived a fire in 1920. Were Plummer’s stables still operating then? What is the next chapter in their story?
🌺 If you can shed some light on these questions, add a post to our Neighbourly page! 🌺
Cancer Society Greater Wellington is looking for volunteers for their upcoming event. Volunteering at Relay for Life isn't just about about helping out at the event, it’s coming together to help support our communities that are affected by cancer.
You can register your interest by … View moreCancer Society Greater Wellington is looking for volunteers for their upcoming event. Volunteering at Relay for Life isn't just about about helping out at the event, it’s coming together to help support our communities that are affected by cancer.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID numbers (#8937 and #8938) on our website or by following the link below.
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Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the May issue.
Don't miss out—Kids go FREE to the Hurricanes vs Waratahs game at Sky Stadium on March 28th!
Kick-off is at 7:05 PM, so grab your tickets now and bring the whole family* for an unforgettable night of action!
"*Up to 3 kids per family."
Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.
Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are … View morePolice are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.
Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are present.
Children move around quickly, and often won’t be seen as you are reversing down your driveway.
Always check your driveway before driving in or out, and make sure you know the whereabouts of any children.
Please use your reversing camera if your vehicle has one installed.
Alternatively, ensure all children not in the vehicle with you are accounted for.
If another adult is at the property, make them responsible for ensuring children are well clear of any moving vehicles.
If there are no other adults present, have a ‘safe spot’ for children to stand and wait for the vehicle to stop moving.
This should be somewhere in view of the driver.
Check your blind spots often, and if you can no longer see a child, stop your vehicle and move them somewhere safe before you continue driving.
If your driveway is close to the children’s play area, consider a fence or gates to separate the play area from the driveway.
You should also take the time to speak to your children about the dangers of moving vehicles and remind them that just because they can see the driver, doesn’t mean the driver can always see them.
Taking those extra few seconds to make sure our tamariki are in a safe space when you drive in and out of your driveway can help prevent so much heartache and trauma.
Remember they don’t understand the potential consequences.
Explore Wairarapa's colorful gardens, pick your own fresh apples, watch hot air balloons drift across the valley, sip your way through a gin-lover’s paradise, and celebrate the joy of books and reading.
Wairarapa Autumn Plant Fair - Sunday 30 March 🌿
Explore two stunning Wairarapa … View moreExplore Wairarapa's colorful gardens, pick your own fresh apples, watch hot air balloons drift across the valley, sip your way through a gin-lover’s paradise, and celebrate the joy of books and reading.
Wairarapa Autumn Plant Fair - Sunday 30 March 🌿
Explore two stunning Wairarapa gardens, Longbush Cottage and Parkvale Gardens, meet passionate local growers, and uncover plants perfectly suited to Wairarapa’s climate.
Wairarapa Balloon Festival - Thursday 17 to Monday 21 April 🎈
This spectacular 5-day festival is filled with fun for the whole family! Step outside and marvel at majestic hot air balloons soaring through the skies.
Greytown Gin Hootenanny -Thursday 17 to Sunday 27 April 🍸
For ten glorious days, charming Greytown village transforms into a gin-lover’s paradise with something for everyone from sumptuous tastings to splendid soirées.
Greytown Apple Harvest Festival - Easter Sunday 20 April 🍎
Loads of fun for the whole family with stalls, food trucks, cider-tasting, apple cakes, toffee apples, pony rides and much more at Molewood Orchard in Greytown.
Featherston Booktown Karukatea Festival - Friday 9 to Sunday 11 May 📖
Keep an eye out for the Festival programme announcement tonight. This year’s festival is extra special as they celebrate their 10th Anniversary.
Find out more about Autumn in Wairarapa at the link below.
This sturdy A-frame finished in Resene Kwila Timber Stain is the perfect support for climbing crops. It’s easy to move around for crop rotation and is a great way to make the most of your gardening space. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
This week we are having a bit of fun with a friendly competition...
Post on Neighbourly before next Friday and be in to win a $200 Prezzy® card - as simple as that!
You could post a question, a reminder, ask for advice, post an item for sale, share crime & safety information or a … View moreThis week we are having a bit of fun with a friendly competition...
Post on Neighbourly before next Friday and be in to win a $200 Prezzy® card - as simple as that!
You could post a question, a reminder, ask for advice, post an item for sale, share crime & safety information or a recommendation for a great business. Whatever you like!
We'll email the winner on Friday to let them know they have won. Good luck, Neighbours.
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There's been some products recalled in the past month and we want to make sure you're not using these. Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.
Food recalled:
Century hot & spicy tuna
Supremely Gourmet chocolate
… View moreThere's been some products recalled in the past month and we want to make sure you're not using these. Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.
Food recalled:
Century hot & spicy tuna
Supremely Gourmet chocolate
Make it Raw brand Spiced Apple and Buckwheat Grawnola
Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets
Products recalled:
Anko glass flip pickle jar sold at Kmart
LABKA extension cord sold at Panda Mart
Panda Mart table lamps - various types
Young Original baby sleep suit sold at Warehouse
Beacon Marine 12v adaptor
Petzi Newton European harness
Husqvarna & GasGas Motorcycles with Braktec brake system
Line7 velcro inflatable life jacket
Yamaha G29 & UMX golf car
Igloo rolling cooler/chilly bin
Peach Primer sold at Panda Mart
Chistmas beaded bauble sold at Farmers
Spirit of Equinox Herbal Magick Infused Spell Candles
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Secure storage, 20 square metres, 5.7m deep by 3.6m wide. Located in St Mary Street, Thorndon.
Level street access, electricity included. Suitable for two vintage cars, business or household goods.
Suitable for long term storage, take half if that's all you need.
Monthly rates apply and … View moreSecure storage, 20 square metres, 5.7m deep by 3.6m wide. Located in St Mary Street, Thorndon.
Level street access, electricity included. Suitable for two vintage cars, business or household goods.
Suitable for long term storage, take half if that's all you need.
Monthly rates apply and there's no GST to pay. Will negotiate rental.
Email me at neilharrap@gmail.com anytime for more details.
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Don’t miss joining us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
… View moreFRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Don’t miss joining us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
Click read more for more information.
Police are seeking the public’s help following two serious incidents in Miramar overnight.
At 2am, Police were called to a Darlington Road address, where the occupants found an intruder inside their home. One occupant received minor injuries following an altercation with the suspect, who fled … View morePolice are seeking the public’s help following two serious incidents in Miramar overnight.
At 2am, Police were called to a Darlington Road address, where the occupants found an intruder inside their home. One occupant received minor injuries following an altercation with the suspect, who fled before Police arrived. Three other occupants at the address were unharmed.
A police dog unit tracked the intruder north of the bus turnaround for several hundred metres until the trail was lost.
About 2.30am, Police on patrol found a person unconscious and critically injured near the intersection of Camperdown Road and Totara Road. The victim was taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.
We are making a number of enquiries into both of these incidents and are working to determine whether they are linked. There will be a visible Police presence in the area while we carry out this work and speak with residents.
We would like to hear from anyone with information that may help our enquiries.
It is possible the intruder has gone to other addresses in the immediate area. Police are asking that residents on upper Darlington Road (north of Camperdown Road), and residents near the intersection of Camperdown Road and Totara Road to report any unusual or suspicious activity overnight.
We are also asking residents to check their sections and yards for any items that may have been stolen or discarded by the offender, described as a tall man of thin, athletic build, wearing a white cap.
Also of interest, is any CCTV that may assist the investigation.
If you can help, please make a report via 105, referencing the case number 250317/6324.
Dave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.
The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.
Is a local pet cemetery something … View moreDave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.
The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.
Is a local pet cemetery something you think you would use? Share your thoughts below.
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