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1868, First shipment of salmon and trout ova arrives
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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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Assault on Gate Pā
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1864
Pai Mārire defeated at Sentry Hill, Taranaki
1 May
1893
'King Dick' Seddon becomes premier
2 May
1868
First shipment of salmon and trout ova arrives
3 May
1820
First European plough used in New Zealand
4 May
1772
Marion du Fresne arrives in the Bay of Islands
5 May
1833
James Busby arrives in the Bay of Islands