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1879 in New Zealand

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1879 in New Zealand
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The general election is held between 15 August and 1 September. The 7th New Zealand Parliament commences.

Voting rights are extended to all males.

The term of parliament is reduced from five years to three years.

The first annual competition between clubs from different centres begins between Christchurch and Dunedin clubs.

Ballinger Belt — Corporal W. Ballinger (Wellington)


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