Papamoa Hills
By Horizon International Paving
Located in the Western Bay of Plenty, near Te Puke, Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park is a 182-hectare property explored and enjoyed by thousands of visitors each month.
The summit is 224 metres above sea level and offers sweeping views of the Bay of Plenty coastline. There are several tracks through the park which can be used to enjoy the views and explore the numerous archaeological features and many ancient pā sites.
The Pāpāmoa Hills are among the most significant historical and archaeological landscapes in Aotearoa New Zealand situated in an area with a density of features and number of iwi who date back to the arrival of the Arawa canoe around 1350.
The park is a culturally rich area, with visible evidence of historical Māori occupation and links to Maketū, (Mauao) Mount Maunganui, Tauranga Moana and further afield. Māori from many iwi have long understood the strategic importance of the Pāpāmoa Hills with their commanding position over the surrounding coastline.
There are 1,630 individual archaeological features recorded within the park. Predominantly the features are terraces/tuku and platforms/papatahi, pits, middens and defensive earthworks such as ditches/maioro. The number of archaeological features present in such a small area is very unusual for New Zealand and reflects why it is necessary to protect these sites, and also tell the story of this important cultural landscape.
Landscape Design: Boffa miskell
Construction:HEB Construction
Landscaping: OE Paving
Material: Granite Paving. Terrazzo Veneto Specials, Instamac Bedding and Grout
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Horizon International has over 45 years in the New Zealand paving industry, we have operated in all areas of the industry including, contracting, manufacturing and importing. This experience ensures we understand all aspects of the industry. Formed by John Roper who remains heavily involved today.
Horizon International is a pavement supply company that specialises in the sourcing, supply, installation and maintenance methodology of commercial urban environments.
We offer access to outstanding products, and a carefully selected choice of materials and solutions that have not only proved themselves in the harshest commercial environments but, look great and prove durable, many exclusive to Horizon, these include:-
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