This Article From 28 Oct' 53 details Imagery for the Mayoral Chain that is likewise symbolic of:
Maketu House of Otawhao Pa, now Wallace Terrace,
Crossed muskets of Armed Constabulary,
Christian imagery concerning the Mission Station founding of the Borough,
and crossed Taiaha representing Peace that came after the Maori Wars.
The tiny Village referred to is the Kainga of Awamutu that is now Selwyn Park.