Archaeological Features: A prominent terraced pā site, established on a spur end, with ditch and bank defence and midden.
Supporting Evidence: Site was mapped by Wellington Archaeological Society in 1962-1963 (Davidson 1976). It is thought that the name of this pā is Te Ika-a-maru, (from last century use of name in records made in 1844 and 1879 by William Spain and Charles Heaphy - cited by Davidson 1976, p. 24, and by the position marked by Best et al, 1916) and the use of the name later became extended to apply to the whole bay (Adkin 1959, pp. 23-24). A settlement in Te Ika-a-maru Bay seen in 1844 and 1879, was occupied by members of Te Āti Awa tribe, and it is assumed that possibly the pa was developed during their occupation (Davidson 1976, p. 24). It could also be of earlier construction (Ngāti Ira?), either reoccupied by the Āti Awa people, or not used by them at all. Āti Awa settlement is said to have preferred ‘stockaded flat land pa’ (Daniels 1965, p.98).
Condition of Site: Some natural and stock induced erosion present.
Assessment: A good example of a well-terraced spur end pā site. It is one of the few clearly visible terraced pā sites remaining in the Wellington area.
List Entry Information
Status
Listed
List Entry Status
Historic Place Category 2
Access
Private/No Public Access
List Number
6045
Date Entered
27th July 1984
Date of Effect
27th July 1984
City/District Council
Wellington City
Region
Wellington Region
Extent of List Entry
Extent includes the archaeological site known as Te Ika-a-maru Pa (Q27/27) and part of the land described as Sec 18 Terawhiti District (RT WN 303556), Wellington Land District (refer to the Archaeological Site Land Title Form for further information).
Legal description
Sec 18 Terawhiti District (RT WN 303556), Wellington Land District
Status
Listed
List Entry Status
Historic Place Category 2
Access
Private/No Public Access
List Number
6045
Date Entered
27th July 1984
Date of Effect
27th July 1984
City/District Council
Wellington City
Region
Wellington Region
Extent of List Entry
Extent includes the archaeological site known as Te Ika-a-maru Pa (Q27/27) and part of the land described as Sec 18 Terawhiti District (RT WN 303556), Wellington Land District (refer to the Archaeological Site Land Title Form for further information).
Legal description
Sec 18 Terawhiti District (RT WN 303556), Wellington Land District
Historical and Associated Iwi / Hapū / Whānau
Iwi: Te Ātiawa (Wellington)
Public NZAA Number
Q27/27
Completion Date
28th January 1983
Report Written By
I W Keyes
Information Sources
Adkin, 1959
GL Adkin, 'The Great Harbour of Tara', Wellington, 1959
New Zealand Archaeological Association (NZAA)
New Zealand Archaeological Association
Best, 1916
E. Best, H. McLeod, H. Mason, 'Map of Wellington County District Showing Native Names', 1916, NZ Department of Lands and Survey
Other Information
This place was identified as significant under previous legislation with different information requirements. It remains significant under the current legislation. There is opportunity under our legislation and policies to add to this information. Further information about this place may be available from the Central Regional Office of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Information in this report is from the citation prepared for the NZHPT Archaeology Committee at the time of the registration. Please note that entry on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rarangi Korero identifies only the heritage values of the property concerned, and should not be construed as advice on the state of the property, or as a comment of its soundness or safety, including in regard to earthquake risk, safety in the event of fire, or insanitary conditions.
Historical and Associated Iwi / Hapū / Whānau
Iwi: Te Ātiawa (Wellington)
Public NZAA Number
Q27/27
Completion Date
28th January 1983
Report Written By
I W Keyes
Information Sources
Adkin, 1959
GL Adkin, 'The Great Harbour of Tara', Wellington, 1959
New Zealand Archaeological Association (NZAA)
New Zealand Archaeological Association
Best, 1916
E. Best, H. McLeod, H. Mason, 'Map of Wellington County District Showing Native Names', 1916, NZ Department of Lands and Survey
Other Information
This place was identified as significant under previous legislation with different information requirements. It remains significant under the current legislation. There is opportunity under our legislation and policies to add to this information. Further information about this place may be available from the Central Regional Office of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Information in this report is from the citation prepared for the NZHPT Archaeology Committee at the time of the registration. Please note that entry on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rarangi Korero identifies only the heritage values of the property concerned, and should not be construed as advice on the state of the property, or as a comment of its soundness or safety, including in regard to earthquake risk, safety in the event of fire, or insanitary conditions.
Former Usages
General Usage: Maori
Specific Usage: Pā
Themes
Of Significance to Maori
Archaeological Site (HPA 1980)
Former Usages
General Usage: Maori
Specific Usage: Pā
Themes
Of Significance to Maori
Archaeological Site (HPA 1980)
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