"The Little Water": A History of the Compassion Reservoir

"As water was sadly needed, and no supply could be obtained then from the City at Island Bay, we felt the necessity of having a reservoir to gather the little water that might be obtained from the springs on the hill." - Meri Hōhepa Suzanne Aubert to Mary Goulter, 20 January, 1923" Join us at our tranquil Island Bay site, for a night exploring the history of the Island Bay reservoir. Explore our exhibition and watch a musical performance inspired by our unique taonga hidden in the Manawa Karioi reserve, originally built to service the hospital.