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John Walker

John Walker is one of New Zealand's track heroes. His athletic career was punctuated by memorable performances and noted for its longevity

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14 November

1973 DPB legislation introduced

The passage of the Social Security Amendment Act introduced the Domestic Purposes Benefit. Paid out from 1 May 1974, the DPB was set at a level that enabled sole parents to stay home to care for their children. more...

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DPB rates (WINZ)
Evaluating the DPB 1999 (Department of Labour)
Welfare Reform in NZ (Fulbright NZ)

1845 George Grey arrives in NZ

Grey served two terms as Governor and later one as Premier. His most notable achievement in his first term as Governor (1845-53) was probably his management of the relationship between the Crown and Māori. more...