Howick Historian:
Alan La Roche MBE

5 Part Interview Video Series

Photo: Arthur Hone White (left) and Alan La Roche MBE (right) splitting logs for a post and rail fence in Howick Historical Village, July 1979. P2021.105.63. Courtesy: Howick Historical Village.

“The considerable historical knowledge and expertise of Alan La Roche MBE is unparalleled, and his dedication to the East Auckland community knows no bounds.

He has written books, articles, painted scenes, researched widely, given talks, led walks, and most of all, spearheaded the establishment of Howick Historical Village in Lloyd Elsmore Park over forty years ago.

In recognition of his contributions, The Howick & Districts Historical Society is proud to host this series of five talks by Alan, highlighting his many achievements over his lifetime.”

— Marin Burgess, Howick and Districts Historical Society President, 2022.

Episode One - Early Life in Howick

 

Episode Two - Study & Society Involvement

 

Episode Three - Creating the Howick Historical Village

 

Episode Four - Three Decades of Accolades

 

Episode Five - Citizen, Community & Conservation