Hokowhitu Lagoon is the only one of the original 5 lagoons, present when Europeans first settled Palmerston North, remaining . As part of the Hokowhitu Reserve the lagoon remained in Maori ownership until 1892-1893, becoming part of what is now k...

Creator:      Manawatu Evening Standard
Place:          Hokowhitu Lagoon, Palmerston North
Date:          1980