Most Aucklanders know Karangahape Road as a vibrant strip, home to eclectic stores, heritage buildings and colourful locals.
But you might not know about K' Road's rich history, which extends back before European settlers arrived, as it was a travel route used by Māori.
In the early 1900s, trams and traps ruled the road. Above, you can see the road being paved with wooden bricks, while the trams continue to run.
From about 1900 to the early 1960s, K' Road was Auckland's busiest shopping street.
Remember Rendells? It was one of Auckland's original department stores, along with George Court, both seen below.
Fun fact: K' Road used to have a windmill!
It was built as part of Partington's Mill in 1850 and stood for a hundred years, eventually being pulled down in 1950.
It would seem colourful parades aren't new to the area – check out these cheeky chaps from a parade in 1923.
If you're interested in reading more about K' Road's fascinating history, visit the K Road Business Association's website.
And if you'd like to know more about Auckland's wider heritage, Auckland Libraries has a wide range of digital resources, including photos, family history and more.
