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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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2 October

1941 NZ pilot saves Scottish village

In October 1941, New Zealand Spitfire pilot Carlyle Everiss heroically sacrificed his life to save the Scottish village of Cowie from serious damage. more...

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1986 'Slice of Heaven' hits No. 1

Written for the movie Footrot Flats: the dog's tale, which was based on the iconic New Zealand cartoon series, Dave Dobbyn's hit single featured reggae band Herbs singing a cappella. It topped the charts for eight weeks. more...