Category Archives: hokitika

Jade

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Amy

Here in my region, it’s known as Jade country. Sometimes when we visit some of the local beaches, we find small bits and pieces of Pounamu aka Jade. There are quite a few people who carve from it , I … Continue reading →

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Intersection

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Amy

This clock tower in Hokitika honours 130 men from the Westland region who fought in the Second Boer War and the coronation of King Edward VII. The foundation stone was laid in 1902 and it was officially opened in 1903. … Continue reading →

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