By E. Longley

These relics of an era gone speak volumes to us all

Who’ve watched old Waihi’s history unfold, to more enthrall

The willing subjects of a realm whose origin goes back

To miner’s pick and panning dish, to canvas tent and shack.

To look upon this ancient scene; and ponder, as you gaze,

On struggles - hopes - on families who used these relics old,

Pursued their humble, daily lives in Waihi, town of gold.