Mahoenui

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Mahoenui is a small community in New Zealand, on the Awakino River, near Piopio and Te Kuiti.

Contents 1 History 2 Education 3 Geography 4 Economics 5 External links

[edit] History

The Croall family lived on the Awakino River in the 1920's and 1930's, eventually having to leave the land as uneconomic to survive by traditional farming methods. Charles Croall (SNR) relocated to Hamilton, New Zealand, setting up a construction business (Croall Construction) to build houses en-masse for the government. These subdivisions became known as 'State-House Areas' and were typically inhabited by lower socio-economic communities. Large numbers of those houses have been sold to private buyers, both individually and in bulk.

[edit] Education

Mahoenui has a small primary school. 2004 roll included 6 children. The Croall family walked barefoot or rode bareback on a horse, some 3 miles each way, to and from school each day.

[edit] Geography

Mahoenui is located in the 'King Country' approx 50 km inland from the West Coast of New Zealand, the topography is hilly to mountainous, with small alluvial areas near the streams and river.

Township location is Latitude 38 34' Longitude 174 50'

[edit] Economics

The primary activity is Sheep farming, with Beef and Dairy to a lesser degree.

[edit] External links

• Map of Mahoenui area
• Croall and Moss Family memorial site
• Descendants of James Baldwin
• Mahoenui School
• Regional Council: Environment Waikato
• District Council: Waitomo District Council
• Map and demographic data source for New Zealand