Can you help us solve a mystery? 110-year-old photographs
We're hoping to find out who the people are in these 110-year-old photographs, and (if we're lucky) who the keen amateur photographer was. Could they be members of your family?
The images were gifted to us in 2016 as glass plate negatives, after being initially purchased in the 1970s from Auckland's City Markets (now Aotea Square). We know nearly nothing about them but the photos give a few clues. They were taken in the early 1900s, mostly in Auckland but also across the North Island. There are also suggestions of the photographer’s links to the Auckland Jewish community.
We want to know more to help tell their stories. Do you recognise any of these people?
Contact us at pictorial@aucklandmuseum.com if you have any further clues. Please share with family and friends if you think they may be able to help!
See more of the collection of mystery photographs by clicking the link.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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60.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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23.5% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.6% ... It is complicated
Night-time chipsealing works on SH2
From 9 to 17 February, stop/go traffic management will be in place on SH2 between McPherson Road and Dimmock Road on multiple nights between 9pm and 5am (Sundays to Thursdays).
During the day, all lanes will be open, but speed restrictions will apply to allow the chipseal to set and to protect vehicles travelling over the newly laid surface.
There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. This is weather dependent so check NZTA Journey Planner before you travel.
Bloom Pukekohe
Are you heading along to the UB40 Concert at @navigationhomesstadium this Friday 13th February?
Alongside Uplift Centre and the Waiuku College Waka Ama team we are running a fundraiser, and we've got your parking sorted!
$20 parking available opposite the stadium, 52 Franklin Road - open from 3pm!
You may have heard there are planned road closures the night of the concert to help ensure the safety of pedestrians leaving the event.
⛔️ PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE - FRIDAY 13 FEBRUARY ⛔️
Stadium Drive & Franklin Road to Reynolds Rd/Cape Hill Rd roundabout will be closed from 9.00pm - 10.30pm
Please note that because our premises fall within the road closure zone, you may have to wait for the road to re-open at approx 10.30pm to exit.
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