The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
The Post And Telegraph Office
The Post And Telegraph Office , in the township of Waikaia, was conducted for some time prior to 1879 at Switzers station, about a mile from the present site of the post office, but was removed to the township in that year. The building is of wood and iron, and contains a public lobby, post and telegraph office, and a residence. Daily mails are received and despatched. There is a telephone bureau for the accommodation of the public.