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Left photo: Caleb Royal and Rawiri Rikihana of Ngā Hapu with archaeologist Emily Howitt. Right photo: some of the artefacts found during construction.
Archaeological findings provide historical insight
On any project like this, a lot of work goes on behind the scenes to collect and preserve historical items of interest that are found along the site as earth is moved.
Principal Archaeologist for the site, Emily Howitt, has been involved with the PP2Ō project even before consent for it was granted.
“My role has been to help get Archaeological Authority from Heritage New Zealand for the project. This is the equivalent to a Resource Consent but from an archaeological perspective,” Emily says.
Working with the environment team, Emily is now at the stage where she ensures all conditions of the Archaeological Authority are being met so a final report can be provided within 18 months of completion of the project.
“It's complex and a lot of work is involved including data collection, collating and preserving artefacts, and reporting and analysis. Iwi representatives from Ngā Hapu have been involved at every step of the way.”
Lots of old glass bottles have been found, along with remnants from daily activities carried out by those who once lived in the area such as fish/animal bones, shells, charcoal from fires and broken or worn-out tools
We look forward to sharing stories of the items selected for the time capsule with you when the collection and anaylsis of the artefacts is complete.
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