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The Journey Through New Zealand
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Land of contrasts, from bustling cities to breathtaking landscapes.
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647 Moments
1863
Tragedy: HMS Orpheus sinks with 189 casualties.
1862
1861
George Grey returns as Governor.
Inaugural Southland Provincial Council Meeting
Inception of Bank of Auckland in New Zealand
1860
First Taranaki War sparked by Waitara dispute.
1859
Gold Discovered in Buller River
1858
1857
1856
Henry Sewell forms first ministry, becoming first Premier under responsible government.
1855
Arrival of Governor Thomas Gore Browne
1853
Key points of New Zealand election in 1853, the first year voting qualification was based on property ownership.
Māori King proposed by Te Rauparaha and Te Whiwhi in history.
1852
1850
Canterbury Settlement Inception
1848
Scottish Otago Association founds Dunedin Settlement