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1957, Scott Base opens in Antarctica
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28 October
28 October
1835
He Whakaputanga signed by northern chiefs
Thirty-four northern chiefs signed He Whakaputanga (a declaration of independence) at a hui called by the British Resident, James Busby.
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1890
First Labour Day celebrations
The first Labour Day celebrated the struggle for an eight-hour working day. Parades in the main centres were attended by several thousand trade union members and supporters.
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This Week in History
18 January
1980
'Montego Bay' hits number one
19 January
1845
Hōne Heke cuts down the British flagstaff - again
20 January
1957
Scott Base opens in Antarctica
21 January
1859
Ice comes to Nelson
22 January
1840
European settlers arrive in Wellington
23 January
1855
Massive earthquake hits southern North Island
24 January
1865
British troops invade south Taranaki