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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Otakou
Otakou , also known as the Maori Kaike, is about twenty miles north-east from Dunedin, and six from Portobello. There is conveyance by coach to Portobello, and thence by trap or horse to Dunedin. A steamer also calls at Portobello once a month. Otakau is a Maori settlement, but the land, which is excepticnally good, is largely taken up by European dairy farmers, who lease from the Maori owners. Otakau has a post and telegraph office, and also a school and church. The district is most prosperous, and local affairs are controlled by a road board. The Taiaroa Heads, with the lighthouse and fortifications, are about three miles distant, and are worthy of a visit.