'Titiro whakamuri, kōkiri whakamura' 
'When you understand the past, you know your future'

Western Bay of Plenty Archaeology
Did you know there are 6675 recorded archaeological sites across the Western Bay of Plenty rohe, few of which are known to locals, schools or visitors? 

Abstract of Bay of Plenty Archaeology:  Archaeology of the Bay of Plenty by Department of Conservation
A Western Bay of Plenty Archaeology Assessment:  Waihi Beach - Bowentown - Athenree - Kauri Point by MishMish Productions Ltd

This page work is a continual work in progress

2023 Archeology week talk at Tauranga's Historical Society at Brain Watkins Hall

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Heartland Archaeology Trip - Bowentown Reserve - June 2023

Uncovering Tauranga's past at The Elms Te Papa 2021

2014 Archaeologists find the remains of the Butts Brothers Bakery at the city park, which dates back to the 1870s.