History

Fishermans Paradise

Australian Heritage Festival event in Fishermans Paradise

Have you ever been curious as you drive past the signpost for Fishermans Paradise on Princes Highway, about what’s down the end of the road? Is it really a Fishermans Paradise? In our research while developing Conjola tours, we were intrigued to also come across stories of the history of Fishermans Paradise and surrounds, and …

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Hohepa Ruhe, Kotahi Tourism Director

Poihākena tours win 2015 National Trust Heritage Award

National Trust Media Release May 18 2015 In every corner of Australia, communities and individuals band together to bring to life our historical and cultural landmarks. These people have been honoured by the National Trust at this year’s Heritage Festival Awards for their outstanding contributions to Australia’s heritage landmarks. This year’s National Trust Heritage Awards …

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Curriculum-linked tours in The Rocks

For history teachers

For History Teachers   Former Head of the NSW History Teachers Association, Bernie Howitt was one of our first visitors to experience Poihākena tours: stories of Māori in Sydney. Here’s his review of the tour published in the September 2014 edition of the NSW History Teachers Association newsletter. Kia ora, thank you Bernie!   Excursion suggestion  –   Kotahi …

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