Video Interviews
Listen to people who have lived in Tairua part or all of their lives.
Bill Darrah - memories of Tairua in late 1930s when he worked for Harold Cory-Wright as a farm worker. Pictured on Grey with dogs Rowdy and Harsant.
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Ray & Sher Finn - These two characters absolutely love Tairua …. it's History …. and their great involvement in the community. Very enthusiastic and encouraging stories.
Tina & Arthur Larsen Life long members of both the fishing and golf club who share their memories from the 1970s …
Diane Bruce & Perrine Busby - This two delightful ladies reminisce about camping in the 70's in Tairua.
Jean M Clarke - Jean has enjoyed a long period of time as a resident in Tairua with some amazing insights.
Rex Homan Rex and Patti - This gentleman and his wife Patti have participated within the community of Tairua over many decades. Rex tells some wonderful stories giving a glimpse of early Tairua and impart, some of Tairua happenings and characters. Rex is a world renowned modern Maori artist.
Les Sinton -Les and his parents have long time had a residential property in Tairua. Moved buildings to Tairua and actively participated with Tairua.
Liz & John Young - These two intrepid traveler's have enjoyed a life in tairua like few others. Sailing fishing and building houses mixed with a sense on adventure and a love of the ocean.
Barry MacCulloch - Barry has been a longtime resident, surfer and builder in Tairua with many insights into how Tairua was.