Welcome to Gisborne Pioneer Park, a small but significant site that commemorates the early European settlement of the Gisborne district.
The park contains memorials recognising some of the district’s pioneering families, many of whom played key roles in farming, transport, and community life during the mid- to late-1800s. Nearby stands the historic Gisborne Courthouse and Lock-Up, constructed in the 1850s. These buildings provide a fascinating glimpse into early colonial law and order and are open to the public on selected days, allowing visitors to step inside and explore the cells and courtroom.
Gisborne developed as an important rural service town following the arrival of the railway in the 1860s, supporting surrounding agricultural communities and later benefiting from the growth of viticulture in the region.
This cache is a nano, so a careful eye and patience will be rewarded. Please search discreetly and respectfully — there is no need to disturb monuments, structures, or plantings. The cache is accessible without impacting the heritage features of the park.
The cache contains a log strip only — BYO pen. Please replace exactly as found.
Take a moment to read the plaques, explore the historic buildings if they are open, and enjoy this peaceful pocket of local heritage.
Happy caching.