The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Auckland Provincial District]
Helensville
Helensville is situated on the banks of the Kaipara, and is connected by rail with Auckland, thirty-eight miles distant. Steamers leave regularly for North Wairoa and other branches of the Kaipara. There are many pleasant farms and homesteads in the neighbourhood. It supports three hotels, four churches, two halls, and public library. There are a public school, post and telegraph office, and a daily mail service.