Sly Grog Stories: Hidden Stories of Ohakune's Early Days
If you’re exploring things to do in Ohakune, you’ll find adventure everywhere; breathtaking mountain views, biking, hiking trails, including the famous Tongariro Crossing, skiing, boarding and a thriving local food, beverage, and spirits scene.But long before tourism and ski fields, Ohakune had a different kind of reputation.At the turn of the 20th century, this railway town became part of the wider King Country sly grog culture. A time when alcohol was officially restricted, ...
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