Brenda Yoxall

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History – Changing facades

There are a number of sites in Warkworth township that many people would consider iconic. Some, such as the hotel and the building now occupied...

History – A family’s sacrifice

“Much sympathy is expressed for the Llewell family”. Four sons volunteered for the War. The Minister for defence wired to Mr Llewell news of each...

History – Industry in a bygone age

Still occupying a significant space in Matakana is the old Dairy Company building. Its shabby charm adds to the special character of Matakana and only...

History – Early days in Kourawhero

Although it is now an easy drive along Woodcocks Road to get to Kourawhero, for the early settlers a bullock team was required to carry...

History – A reminder to remember

We here at the Warkworth Museum were saddened to hear recently of the deaths of both Bob Bell and Colin Copestake. These true gentlemen generously...