This was the second Catholic church built in Hāwera and was opened on 12 June 1887.

The architect was Thomas Turnbull from Wellington and Mr G. Syme, of Hawera, built the church for the contract price of £760.

It was replaced by a larger building in 1928. Located on Victoria Street, the same site as the present Catholic church.

Related Information

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The New Roman Catholic Church (H & N Star 15 December 1886)

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Plan of Additions and Alterations to Roman Catholic Church Hawera [plan]

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