Hobsonville was named after the first Governor of New Zealand, William Hobson. After landing by sea at the site, Hobson thought it suitable as the seat of Government for New Zealand but later rejected this on the advice of the Surveyor- General of New Zealand, Felton Matthew. After the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, Okiato (renamed Russell), was chosen as the capital instead.
Originally Hobsonville was mainly an agricultural and horticultural area. During the early history of Auckland, large clay- and brickworks operated in the area such as in Limeburners Bay and at the Clark’s Brickworks. Hobsonville was still rural throughout most of the 20th century. Towards the end of the century and into the early 21st century, Hobsonville became increasingly urbanised. Part of this growth involved the RNZAF selling the Hobsonville station back to the Government (via Housing New Zealand) in 2002, although they retained a lease on much of the airfield. After that the Waitakere City Council, in cooperation with various stakeholders, planned the future of the area and rezoned the land. Hobsonville is now a thriving community with easy access to your local doctors, supermarket and other services in the local shopping area
Hobsonville is close to several local amenities:
With easy access to the North Western motorway and the surrounding suburbs you can get anywhere from Hobsonville. Hobsonville School & Hobsonville Point Secondary School are both close by with easy access to NorthWest & Westgate shopping malls.
Hobsonville Point is just a short distance away with all the best new cafes and restaurants, as well as the Catalina farmers market each weekend for all the best produce.
Hobsonville Marina – a great place for a walk amongst the boats or stopping for a coffee or bite to eat.
