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    Seven years and one stomach-stapling operation after entering Parliament in 1977, David Lange became PM at the age of 41.

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Māori becomes official language

1987 Māori becomes official language

The Maori Language Act came into force, meaning that te reo Māori could now be used in some legal proceedings. The Act also established the Maori Language Commission. more...

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Death of David Lange

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14 August 1891 Women's vote petitions presented to Parliament

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15 August 1951 Troop ship Wahine wrecked en route to Korean War

Evers-Swindell twins defend Olympic rowing title at Beijing

16 August 2008 Evers-Swindell twins defend Olympic rowing title at Beijing

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17 August 1942 Attack on the Nino Bixio

20-year old hanged for murder

18 August 1955 20-year old hanged for murder

Kiwi pilot's sacrifice saves French village

19 August 1944 Kiwi pilot's sacrifice saves French village

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