Makaraka, New Zealand
Makaraka is an outer suburb of Gisborne, in New Zealand's North Island, located in the west of the city.[1] The suburb features Gisborne's horse-racing circuit, Makaraka Racecourse.[2]
Makaraka was settled by dairy farmers in the 19th century. A dairy factory was built in the settlement in 1989.[3]
The Tarere Marae, located near Makaraka, is a tribal meeting place of Te Whānau a Iwi, a hapū of Te Aitanga ā Māhaki.[4] It includes Te Aotipu meeting house.[5]
Education
Makaraka School is a Year 1–6 co-educational public primary school.[6] In 2019, it was a decile 5 school with a roll of 134.[7][8]
References
- ^ Hariss, Gavin. "Makaraka, Gisborne". topomap.co.nz. NZ Topo Map.
- ^ "History of Gisborne Races". gisborneraces.co.nz. Poverty Bay Turf Club.
- ^ "The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Auckland Provincial District] -- Makaraka". Christchurch: Cyclopedia Company Limited. 1902.
- ^ "Te Kāhui Māngai directory". tkm.govt.nz. Te Puni Kōkiri.
- ^ "Māori Maps". maorimaps.com. Te Potiki National Trust.
- ^ "Official School Website". makaraka.school.nz.
- ^ "Ministry of Education School Profile". educationcounts.govt.nz. Ministry of Education.
- ^ "Education Review Office Report". ero.govt.nz. Education Review Office.
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