Battle
1824
Battle of Waiorua, Kapiti Island
Kapiti Island
Ngāti Toa vs allied lower North Island iwi
Location unconfirmed
The map point for this place has not been confirmed against a published reference yet. Treat it as indicative only. Public access to this location has not been established — please respect private land, urupā and wāhi tapu.
What happened
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
Musket Wars (1807–1842)