History of Gordonton – Number 8 Network

Old Lady Parfitt and other stories brought to life in new book

A book telling the struggles and triumphs of Gordonton residents from 100 years ago is now available.

History News

Input needed on Gordonton’s history

April 24, 2017June 15, 2020 N8N 0 Comments Gordonton District Committee, History of Gordonton, Tanya Clancy, Waikato history

Gordonton’s history was well and truly on the agenda at last month’s Gordonton District Committee meeting and a call has been made for community input.

History News

Harvesting the turnips 88 years ago

July 6, 2015June 15, 2020 N8N 1 Comment A W Chapman early farmer Piako Rd, historic places in Gordonton, History of Gordonton, old photographs of early farming, Waikato farming history

A splendid crop of turnips grown on Mr A W Chapman’s farm on Piako Rd, Gordonton in 1927. Another historic photo gem to enjoy.

Local Characters Out & About

Of oak trees, bullocks and Brylcreem

May 22, 2014November 23, 2015 Annette Taylor 6 Comments Archer Bridgman, History of Gordonton, John Bridgman, old dairy factory in Gordonton, profile on gordonton people

John Bridgman has worn many hats over the last six decades. Dairy farmer, contractor, committee member, spud grower extraordinaire –

History Local Characters

Gordonton – the opera

December 3, 2013May 24, 2021 N8N 3 Comments about Gordonton, History of Gordonton, organic veges Gordonton, The Firepot Cafe, Waikato Times feature on Gordonton, Wairere Nursery

Number 8 Network’s Annette Taylor spent a day talking to folk in and around Gordonton for a special feature in the Waikato Times.