The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
The Orepuki Police Station
The Orepuki Police Station is one of the oldest in Southland, having been opened about 1862. Formerly, the Warden—Mr. Nugent Wood, of Waikaia—visited the township monthly, and used a portion of the station as a court. Sergeant Morton was one of the first officers appointed in charge of the district, which covers an area of over 100 square milles.