Oliver Lang
The Oliver Lang while on its second voyage to NZ in 1858 collided with another vessel while at sea. When it reached Wellington it was beached at Te Aro during a gale. In time, it was dragged to near Kaiwharawhara with the possible intention to convert it to a wharf. Unfortunately the hulk was left on the beach until covered by railway reclamation. While she was on the beach, the wreck of the Oliver Lang would have served as a regular reminder to the settlers of the northern suburbs, many who would have sailed on her on their trips to New Zealand.
The hulk of the 'Oliver Lang' at Kaiwharawhara
The Holy Trinity Church
The church was built in 1870 by George Kilsby and George Jnr. (the oldest grave in the church yard belongs to George Kilsby Snr. and daughter) on land sold by local farmer Richard Woodman.
The timber was pit sawn, and the shingles split by hand. These still survive today although hidden under corrugated iron cladding. Additions to the church were made in 1877.
Both the church and graveyard are well worth a visit.
The Church is registered as a historic place by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust / Pouhere Taonga.
You are looking for a camouflaged 2lt clip top container with the usual logbook, pencil and a few swops. Please NOTE that you must sign the logbook for each cacher. Finds logged online, not corresponding with the logbook may be deleted. It would be appreciated if you would please rehide the cache exactly how you found it, as we really don't want it to get muggled.
Please drive safely as the roads are quite narrow. If you come across a horse and rider, they appreciate you pulling over and quietly waiting until they pass, so the horses are not spooked.