I wrote and illustrated Country Churches of New Zealand. It was published in 2002 by New Holland, Publishers and is still on sale in bookshops. The publishers have kindly agreed to me re-publishing some of the book’s images and descriptions in this blog.
UNIDENTIFIED CHURCH, OPAEA
In distinct contrast to Whitikaupeka whare karakia is this forlorn church on a lonely hill at Opaea. Its tottering belfry and flaking roof speak of better days.I've drawn it at a distance. I tried to get closer but found no apparent approach road. I saw nobody nearby who might have given me permission to cross its surrounding fields. I have been unable to get any information about it.
I can only hope that it might one day benefit as much from zealous restoration as its near neighbour at Moawhango.
© DON DONOVAN
donovan@ihug.co.nz
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