History @ Orere Point
 
 
The above map is a copy of that painted by Orere Point local David Gibbs, which can be seen outside the library.
 
 
Orere Point from Tapapakanga
Orere Point in the distance as viewed from Tapapakanga. Ponui Island is in the background, and behind that, Waiheke
 
Maori have a long historical connection to the area. Link HERE to Ngati Paoa.
 
Orere Point's history has been well captured by local resident Muriel Du Feu in her book Orere - The Story of a Small Community. Muriel spent a considerable amount of time researching and collating the history of Orere and her book is a must for anybody with an interest in the area. Sadly, Muriel passed away in July 2015, at the fine old age of 91.
 

 

The history of Orere Point has been traced from pre-European times, through the arrival of Samuel Marsden in 1816, and the subsequent settlement families fresh from England.

There are stories of the early pioneer familes and their struggles to build a life for themselves; the good relationship with local Maori and the gradual development of the area into the community it is today.

Much is owed to the early settlers and those who followed, with names like Ashby, Cashmore and Rowlands among those still found in the area. To elaborate on the history I would need to raid Muriel's book for information, but that wouldn't be fair after all the work she put in, but I can strongly recommend obtaining your own copy in order to enjoy reading about all of the colorful characters who have shaped the community of Orere Point

Copies may still be available, so if interested in acquiring any of Muriel's books, use the contact page on this site to get in touch.
 
Muriel has also written other books with a local flavour
 
Kawakawa Bay