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    Charles Heaphy

    The multi-faceted Charles Heaphy made quite an impact on colonial New Zealand as an artist, explorer, soldier and colonial administrator. He was the first colonial soldier to win the Victoria Cross

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Mark Williams hits No. 1

1975 Mark Williams hits No. 1

'Yesterday Was Just the Beginning of My Life' topped the New Zealand music charts for three weeks. Williams successfully combined soul and pop with an image that merged glam rock with disco. more...

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31 reasons to love New Zealand music

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  • Mark Williams (Bruce Sergent)
  • Mark Williams (Wikipedia)
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