Title: The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

Author: Cyclopedia Company Limited

Publication details: The Cyclopedia Company, Limited, 1905, Christchurch

Part of: The Cyclopedia of New Zealand

License: Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 New Zealand Licence

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Hedley, James , Farmer, “Awaiti,” Maerewhenua Settlement, Duntroon. Mr. Hedley was born at Oamaru in 1870, and was brought up to a country life in the Timaru district. Its commenced farming on his own account in North Otago, and became an original selector on the opening of the Maerewhenua Settlement in 1895. His property consists of 633 acres of land which he holds under a lease in perpetuity, and works as a mixed farm. Mr. Hedley has spent a considerable sum in improving his property, and a large homestead and outbuildings have been erected.