Captain Cook?

Back in 1769, Capt'n Cook landed in Gisbourne. This was the first meeting of Europeans and Maoris. A "Cook" fascination has therefore dominated the culture here, but as you can see by comparing the 2 statues the philanthropist who bought this one was clearly swindled. It looks nothing like Cook and he's dressed in non-English uniform!

Over on the East Side

January 6th 2008
We arrived to the Eastern side of the North island after enjoying a really lovely riverside drive which wound it's way in and out of farmlands and rural settings. When we got into Gisbourne we stayed at a beachside campsite which was full to the brim of last minute holidayers enjoying the last of the school summer holidays. After sorting out the usual re-stocking of food, petrol and also splashi ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » East Coast

The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more

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