District Westland
Celebrating the heritage and exploits of the people of the Buller District. Explore the key taonga of the earth (pounamu, coal, gold) and the bravery and innovation of human and animal endeavour.
Established in 1906 as a company town to exploit a major gold discovery, Waiuta thrived until 1951. Today, remnants of mining relics and a handful of buildings, like the police station and cottages, remain.
The historic town of Waiuta, once a bustling gold mining settlement, now offers a glimpse into a bygone era. All carefully tended by the Friends of Waiuta, a passionate group dedicated to preserving the town’s heritage.
Telling the stories of Westland, the wider West Coast and its people. The museum collection reflects the life of our communities in the extreme and inspiring place that is Te Tai Poutini-West Coast, New Zealand.
