The Octagon 1949
Ōtepoti Dunedin's iconic Octagon wasn't always the vibrant heart of the city it is today. Back in 1846, surveyor Charles Kettle merely dreamt of a grand central space.
Early days saw it as a dumping ground and grazing spot, far from the bustling centre it would become. However, a key turning point came in the 1870s with the excavation of Bell Hill, connecting settlements and paving the way for the Octagon's future prominence.
The 1890s witnessed grand structures like St. Paul's Cathedral, Dunedin Town Hall, and its still-standing plane trees along the edge of the central roadway solidified its position as the heart of the city.
This aerial view of the Octagon in Ōtepoti Dunedin, captured by Whites Aviation in November 1949 as part of their popular series showcasing aerial photography and aviation history, offers a unique perspective on the transformed space.
Dunedin. Whites Aviation Ltd: Photographs. Ref: WA-23421-G. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand. /records/22760905
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