Early settlers Edward and Ann Biddle and family arrived on the “Catherine Stewart Forbes” ship in February 1841.
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Biddle Crescent
Category: Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt, located in the Wellington region of New Zealand, is rich in history, cultural diversity, and natural beauty, with its street names offering a fascinating glimpse into the city’s past. These names are more than simple geographical markers; they reflect Lower Hutt’s Maori heritage, British colonial influence, and the contributions of local heroes, as well as the natural landscapes of New Zealand. Many streets honor prominent families, celebrate milestones in the city’s development, or evoke imagery of native flora, mountains, and waterways. By uncovering the histories and stories behind these names, we gain insight into the forces that have shaped this vibrant community. Whether named after industrial growth, political figures, or significant events, each street holds a unique tale, enriching the experience of both locals and visitors as they explore Lower Hutt City one street name at a time.
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Harcourt Werry Drive
Named after Harcourt Chenoweth Werry a Lower Hutt City Councillor from 1950-86, the longest serving in this local authority. He was twice Deputy Mayor 1962-68 and 1974-77, had long spells on Town Planning and Works and Drainage Committees and chaired both at times. He was also on Drainage Board, Hutt River Board and Wellington Regional Council. […]
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Percy Cameron Street
Percy Cameron lived in one of the few houses on the site of the present Fraser Park. He was Chief Clerk of the Wellington Meat Export Company located in Ngauranga.
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Pike Street
Name after John and Elizabeth Pike who lived opposite Taita School (now the Avalon Intermediate site). John was a carter there in 1863. John Pyke died at his residence, at the age of 66 on 18 August 1903. The late Mr Pyke was one of our earliest pioneer settlers, and one of those who in the early […]
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Compton Crescent
Captain George Compton lived close to Fort Richmond. He won the tender to design and build this stockade in 1845. He donated all the timber for the job. Alfred and John Compton were farmers from 1885-91. He was an early settler in Lower Hutt, arrived in Wellington in 1841. He was also the officer in […]
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Taita Drive
Named after the Taita Gorge just north of the Stokes Valley entrance. The name Taitā means an “accumulation of logs or driftwood” and such a banking-up would cause the Hutt River to flood. Taita Drive runs north from Stellin Street through the suburb of Taita to join High Street north of Pomare.
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Ron Deal Way
Ron Deal began his career collecting rates on a bicycle and being a people person, he revelled in the job – and very much enjoyed the home baking he received along the way. He rose up through the ranks being appointed Deputy Town Clerk, Town Clerk and finally Chief Executive. He was passionate about Lower […]
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Hine Street
Named after Edgar Hine (1870 – 1949) who was a bond holder in the Wainuiomata Development Company.
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Daly Street
Father Leo Daly was Roman Catholic Parish Priest from 1924 – 1949 The area of Daly Street was very close to the Catholic property in High Street where the first church was built.
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Eruera Love Lane
Named after Lt Colonel Eruera (Edward) Te Whiti o Rongomai Love, who was a former Māori All Black and Lieutenant Colonel. Nearby Te Whiti Park is also named after him. The street was unveiled on the 26th March 2021, and the following dedication was written and presented by his granddaughter Susan Love de Miguel. The […]