Maheno, New Zealand

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Maheno is a small North Otago township located south of Oamaru. It is a well populated area with 3705 residents, making it the third most populated area in North Otago, behind Oamaru and Oamaru North.

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[edit] Maheno School

Maheno School was openend on 11 October 1875, to the delight of many local parents. Peter Williams donated the valuable site in the centre of the town, while £150 had been locally subscribed to add to the £325 granted by the Government. The architect was Mr Forrester, and Mr Robert Peattie was appointed from the 14 applicants.

On the opening day fifty children were enrolled, and by mid 1876 the school roll stood at 72 pupils.

The school went through numerous improvements starting with an additional classroom in 1883. By 1907 the school needed a third classroom to cope with a growing roll.

  • 1946 - The main block of the new school was built
  • 1957 - The school swimming pool was built
  • 1960 - The infant block was built
  • 1963 - The school dental clinic opened

Today, the school has a roll of 40, and even though there are not as many pupils attending, and not all of the classrooms are being used for teaching, the school has not slowed down. It is still providing quality education for rural children, and it remains as one of the few Businesses left in the Maheno area.

[edit] Maheno Rugby

Maheno
Full name Maheno Rugby Football Club
Emblem Shield
Colours Green and Black
Founded 1898
Sport Rugby union
League Citizens Shield
Ground Maheno Domain
Official website No current website

[edit] Home Ground

The Maheno Rugby Football Club play their home games at the maheno domain. The Maheno domain is situated along kakanui valley road, in Maheno.

[edit] Notable Players

[edit] Maheno Tavern

The Maheno Tavern is situated in the middle of Maheno. It provides the locals, and people passing through, a place to eat, drink and enjoy the country lifestyle.

[edit] Maheno Transport

Maheno Transport is the main trucking business in Maheno.

[edit] References

  • North Otago Museum
  • Waitaki Herald