The Kopuawhara Valley was owned and farmed by Ray's
maternal grandparents and is now part of Tunanui Station.
This idyllic peaceful valley with a small river flowing
thought it, Was once the location of railway construction
community in the 1930's.
A railway line was built to Gisborne which involved
the construction of 11 tunnels and a viaduct.
Built in 1938 the Kopuawhara Railway Viaduct was the
largest concrete railway construction of its kind in
the southern hemisphere, today it holds an Historic
Places Trust classification "B"
Photo: Peter Peryer
Guest staying at Tunanui can view this
magnificent structure as it boarders Tunanui's property. Well
researched folders about the history along with photos are
available for guest to read at their leisure. Guests enjoy
this part of the property, and it holds great walks, trout
fishing and numerous swimming holes.
Big
skies
Bright stars and cool rivers. Big
skies and warm hearts.
