Willowbank, Whananaki, is considered to be the finest block of land in the district, and contains an area of 900 acres. It is well-watered undulating country, sub-divided throughout, and grazes some 700 sheep and a small herd of cattle. Mr. John on has expended a considerable sum in bringing his farm into a high state of cultivation, whilst his homestead and grounds are exceedingly fine, the former being a handsome building of fourteen rooms.