New Zealand - Whanganui - The town of Whanganui in 1888. After early disputes and fatal conflicts over land purchase in the 1840s, Whanganui grew rapidly as the port and service centre for the Whanganui Valley. During the Land Wars, local Maori helped defend the town against Hauhau warriors. Presenting New Zealand - An Illustrated History - Revised and Updated Edition A magnificent profile charting New Zealand’s geography, ecology, social and cultural history, economy and politics enriched throughout by historical artworks, maps and archive photography. Author: Philip Temple ISBN: 9781869664664 © Presenting New Zealand Reprinted with permission by New Holland Publishers. (www.newhollandoublishers.com ) RRP – $35.00 NZD Click the link provided at the top to purchase the book through the MAD on New Zealand Shop - Supporting New Zealand Authors and Artists