An historic karaka tree growing in a paddock at the junction of Anzac Parade and No. 3 Line is to be given duo recognition by the Wanganui Beautifying Society. This tree, which is over 100 years of age, was a wellknown landmark in the early days of Wanganui and was used by the Maoris as a mooring post for their canoes. It was also used to moor the Surprise, the first vessel to sail up the river. In those days, of course, the river flowed where the road is noW. The society has decided to protect the tree for future generations and intends erecting an inscription recalling its early associations, states the “Wanganui Herald.’’
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Greymouth Evening Star, 13 July 1934, Page 2
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