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1958, Mormon temple opens in Hamilton
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17 October
17 October
1877
Chief Justice declares treaty 'worthless' and a 'simple nullity'
Chief Justice Sir James Prendergast’s statements when delivering judgment in the case of
Wi Parata v The Bishop of Wellington
would influence decision-making on Treaty of Waitangi issues for decades.
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This Week in History
15 April
1885
First sod turned for North Island main trunk line
16 April
1892
NZ Rugby Football Union founded
17 April
1820
General Gates
sent to Sydney under guard
18 April
1840
Samuel Revans prints first newspaper
19 April
1884
First royal honour for New Zealand woman
20 April
1958
Mormon temple opens in Hamilton
21 April
1971
Court Theatre stages first play