Buckland was settled about the mid 1800’s. The land was originally owned by Alfred Buckland which is why it is called Buckland. He was a wealthy English businessman who came to NZ in 1850 and purchased land in South Auckland. He owned most of the present village. About 1879 he started to sell his land.

Church services were at first held at the School. In 1900 the Anglican Church was completed.

Photo’s showing: -the interior of St Paul’s Church -- Buckland School pupils who participated in celebrating the St Paul’s Day service at the church -- Buckland School pupils during a Christmas carol service

 The war memorial monument stands beside the railway line. It was built after World War I. There was a cannon set in concrete at each end but during World War II these were taken away to be melted down for more guns. An Anzac Day Service is held at the monument each Anzac Day. Buckland School participates in this service each year.

 Buckland during the early years was a community of people of mostly British descent. Today Buckland is a mixture of races, cultures and backgrounds.  Through the past, during the present and hopefully on into the future people have been able to say “Buckland is a good community”