Battle
1824
Battle of Waiorua, Kapiti Island
At a glance
- When
- 1824
- Where
- Waiorua Bay, Kapiti Island · Wellington & Wairarapa
- Conflict
- Musket Wars (1807–1842)
- Involved
- Ngāti Toa vs allied lower North Island iwi
Approximate historical location
The map point shows the general area of the historical event, not an exact spot. Public access to this location has not been established — please respect private land, urupā and wāhi tapu.
What happened here?
A large allied fleet attacked Te Rauparaha's island stronghold and was decisively beaten. The victory secured Kapiti as a base for trade in flax and muskets with visiting ships.
Related places
- 1839Battle of KuititangaWaikanae, Kāpiti Coast · Wellington & Wairarapa
- 1834Battle of HaowhenuaŌtaki, Kāpiti Coast · Wellington & Wairarapa
- 1846Capture of Te Rauparaha at Taupō pāPlimmerton · Wellington & Wairarapa
- 1846Battle of Battle Hill (Horokiri)Horokiri Valley, Pāuatahanui · Wellington & Wairarapa
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Musket Wars (1807–1842)