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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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Trades Hall bombing

1984 Trades Hall bombing

A suitcase bomb exploded in Wellington's Trades Hall, killing the caretaker Ernie Abbott. No one has ever been arrested for the crime. more...

External links

  • Fresh lead in 1984 hall bombing (NZ Herald)
  • New evidence in 1984 bomb case (NZ Herald)
The 'Sallies' come to New Zealand

1883 The 'Sallies' come to New Zealand

Two English Salvation Army officers landed at Port Chalmers to set up a New Zealand branch of the Christian evangelical movement. 

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External links

  • George Pollard biography (DNZB)
  • International Heritage Centre (Salvation Army)
  • Salvation Army (1966 Encyclopedia)
  • Salvation Army NZ
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