# Taranaki Wars

> Historical trails app detailing early European settlement and conflicts in Taranaki. (iPhone/iPad app by Heritage Taranaki Incorporated.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taranaki-wars/id1271245312 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Heritage Taranaki Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/1271245311)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 131 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-08-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taranaki-wars/id1271245312/reviews.md

## What is Taranaki Wars?

Experience the drama surrounding early European settlement in Taranaki.

Download the free Taranaki Wars app and explore the sites and stories of our shared past. 

When Māori and Pākehā encountered each other in this region cultural differences meant relationships were continually tested. The war that began in 1860 at Waitara was firstly over land but it was increasingly over whose law was to prevail in the country. It eventually swept over much of the North Island.

Follow these trails and they will guide you through the sites where Pākehā and Māori grappled as each tried to assert their will over the other. The trails on this app will eventually cover the important places and events between 1860 and 1881 which shaped the Taranaki of today. Many of the events still resonate on into the present. 

The first trail on this app covers the first phase of the Taranaki Wars; the period from 1860-1861 and covers an area stretching from Waitara to Waireka.
On many of these sites, people - both Maori and Pakeha - fought and died for their beliefs. Please respect their memory when visiting.

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.  We advise you to quit the app when finished.

## Key features

- Explore historical sites
- Follow guided trails
- Learn about Māori and Pākehā encounters
- Understand 1860-1881 conflicts
- Discover regional history
- Respectful site visits

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taranaki-wars/id1271245312/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cool as

*2021-03-29*

Good app

## Frequently asked questions about Taranaki Wars

### What is Taranaki Wars about?

Taranaki Wars is a travel app that guides users through historical sites related to the early European settlement and conflicts in the Taranaki region of New Zealand, focusing on the period between 1860 and 1881.

### Is Taranaki Wars free to download?

Yes, Taranaki Wars is available for free download on the App Store. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the application.

### What devices support Taranaki Wars?

Taranaki Wars is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for users within the Apple ecosystem.

### How often is Taranaki Wars updated?

The latest version of Taranaki Wars is 9.0.528, and it was last updated on May 5, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and content additions.

### What is the age rating for Taranaki Wars?

Taranaki Wars has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in historical exploration.

### Does Taranaki Wars use GPS?

Yes, Taranaki Wars utilizes GPS to guide users through historical trails. The developers advise quitting the app when finished to conserve battery life due to continuous GPS usage.

### What historical period does the first trail in Taranaki Wars cover?

The first trail in Taranaki Wars focuses on the initial phase of the Taranaki Wars, specifically the period from 1860-1861, and covers an area from Waitara to Waireka.

### What do users like most about Taranaki Wars?

Based on its 5.0-star rating from one review, users likely appreciate the app's ability to provide an engaging and informative way to explore the significant historical sites and narratives of Taranaki's past.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.0.528 — 2026-05-05

Small bug fixes and improvements

### 9.0.179 — 2024-05-31

Small bug fixes

### 8.0.188 — 2023-06-14

Small bug fixes

### 8.0.35 — 2022-10-26

Small improvements and bug fixes.

### 3.10.3 — 2017-08-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Small enhancements.

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