Rise and fall of the tide around this slender island leaves two lagoons at low tide - hence the name - although we were told there are actually two more much smaller ones making four in all.
Captain James Cook visited Motuarohia anchoring off Cook's Cove in 1769.
In 1839, Motuarohia became known as Roberton Island. A sad story of death and retribution surrounding Roberton's family ensued and led to the first prosecution of an individual under New Zealand colonial law and is an important part of the history of the island and the nation.
If you want to know more about the full story - go here: http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/culture/the-death-penalty/the-first-execution
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During the 'off season' permanent caretakers keep an eye on things - fancy some seclusion for the winter season so you can finally write that book??
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| We also dropped off the post here too! |
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| "But I'm sure I moored it here!" |
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