Category: Aotearoa New Zealand History

Explore stories of Kirikiriroa Hamilton's heritage, uncover hidden treasure in our collection, and stay up to date on events, reading picks, and more. This blog is your window into the past and present. There's always something new to discover!

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Queer Icon - Ngaahuia Te Awekootuku

Friday 1 May | Aotearoa New Zealand History,

This is a part of a series for Pride Month, which profiles queer icons throughout Aotearoa history.

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Queer Icon - Freda Stark

Friday 24 April | Aotearoa New Zealand History,

This is a part of a series for Pride Month, which profiles queer icons throughout Aotearoa history.

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Queer Icon - Frank Sargeson

Friday 17 April | Aotearoa New Zealand History,

This is a part of a series for Pride Month, which profiles queer icons throughout Aotearoa history.

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Born of the Plateau: The Sacred Origins of the Waikato River

Thursday 9 April | Aotearoa New Zealand History,

If you have ever driven the Desert Road, you have probably crossed a small, unassuming bridge marked “Waikato Stream.

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Women in History: Rebels, Travellers and Rule Breakers

Friday 27 March | Aotearoa New Zealand History,

When we look at history, most of the stories we hear are about men.

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The Only Treaty Signed in English. Remembering Waikato and Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Thursday 29 January | Stories of Hamilton, Aotearoa New Zealand History,

Maaori village at Waikato Heads. Reference: HCL_00544 As Waitangi Day approaches, it’s time to reflect on the Treaty of Waitangi and its lasting place in Aotearoa’s story.

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