Adjacent to Pembroke Street is a reserve that has various names, Waimea Stream Reserve, Salaman Simpson Reserve or more recently it is known as Founders Plantation. It was once a farm owned by Abraham Salaman, but was later sold to Riddick Brothers who subdivided it. The land either side of the stream was gifted to the council. Later, The Taranaki Founders Society planted 1991 native trees to commemorate the city's 150th Jubilee. The are 2 stainless steel cylinders in the centre that depict the names of the families and businesses that donated trees. With tracks up either side of the stream, it's quite a nice place to go for a walk.
Although it's not a busy track, you will still need to watch for muggles.
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