The Prow: Ngā Kōrero o Te Tau Ihu
Discover historical and cultural stories from the top of the South Island Te Tau Ihu.
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The Prow: Ngā Kōrero o Te Tau IhuExplore the history and culture of Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough. Includes links to books, websites, and articles, ideal for students, researchers, and anyone interested in Te Tauihu. |
Some things to do on The Prow:
- Read the pūrākau or traditional Māori stories explaining the origins of Te Tau Ihu o Te Waka-a-Māui.
- Learn about Appo Hocton, the first Chinese immigrant in New Zealand.
- Read about the hardship faced by early German settlers.
- Uncover the story of the notorious Burgess Gang and the Maungatapu murders.
- Download a map and listen to an audio walk tour of historic Melrose House.
