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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Auckland Provincial District]

Ngaheia Station

Ngaheia Station (James Close, proprietor), Kawakawa, consisting of 1800 acres, formed part of the original Pakaraka Estate, and was formerly owned by the late Mr. Joseph Williams. This fine property is one of the best in the district and has undergone many improvements since it was taken over by Mr. Close in 1894. By fully stocking the property and continually moving the cattle from paddock to paddock the troublesome fern has been to a large extent eradicated. The Waitangi river has its source on the estate and flows through the larger portion of it. The station possesses numerous volcanic hillocks, the Walotapu Falls and a fine natural spring of mineral water. Over 500 head of shorthorn cattle and 2000 sheep, chiefly of the Romuey strain, are grazed on one run. Mr. Close's residence and grounds are most pleasantly situated.