Heritage & Historical Landmarks
The Brig Magnet Memorial
Waikouaiti
A Memorial opposite 191 Beach Street which commemorates the arrival of pioneering businessman John Jones from Sydney in the brig Magnet on March 16, 1840.
191 Beach Street Waikouaiti 9510
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It is recorded that Johnny Jones wanted to make Waikouaiti a city with a great harbour but it was too shallow. He wanted the location of Waikouaiti to be 'Dunedin'.