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1820, First European plough used in New Zealand
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20 April
20 April
1958
Mormon temple opens in Hamilton
This was the first temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the southern hemisphere.
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1981
Allison Roe wins Boston Marathon
Allison Roe became the first New Zealand woman to win the prestigious Boston Marathon, burning off American star Patti Catalano and breaking the course record by nearly eight minutes.
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This Week in History
29 April
1864
Assault on Gate Pā
30 April
1864
Pai Mārire defeated at Sentry Hill, Taranaki
1 May
1893
'King Dick' Seddon becomes premier
2 May
1868
First shipment of salmon and trout ova arrives
3 May
1820
First European plough used in New Zealand
4 May
1772
Marion du Fresne arrives in the Bay of Islands
5 May
1833
James Busby arrives in the Bay of Islands