Surf these sites: Ancient and Modern History -- Links to New Zealand history from the arrival of the Maori, Captain Cook, the Treaty of Waitangi, Gallipoli, the Rainbow Warrior, recent economic reforms. Brief History of the New Zealand Police -- The New Zealand Police Force organisation established in 1886 was moulded to the British pattern, the chief difference being that the New Zealand organisation is a national one controlled from a central headquarters. Chinese Settlement in New Zealand - Past, Present and Future -- Speech to the Wellington Chinese Association 21 June 1996 by Dr James Ng. Guide to New Zealand History Resources -- The intention is to provide a comprehensive guide to New Zealand history sites. Information is arranged by place, subject, organizational body and time. History of Arrowtown -- History and growth of Arrowtown, its people, pictures of Arrowtown, history of goldmining in the area. Instructions to Captain Hobson -- Extract from "Instructions from the Secretary of State for War and Colonies, Lord Normanby, to Captain Hobson, recently appointed H.M. Consul at New Zealand, concerning his duty as Lieutenant Governor of New Zealand as a part of the Colony of New South Wales, dated 14 August 1839." NZHistory.net.nz -- A national resource for anyone interested in New Zealand history. Co-ordinated by a small team at the Heritage Group of the Department of Internal Affairs. National Archives of New Zealand -- Ensures access to, and preservation of, those central government records which have significantly affected the development of New Zealand and the lives and liberties of its citizens. National Archives ensures that this documentary heritage is preserved for future generations and made accessible to both academic researchers and the general public. New Zealand Historical Association -- Aim of the Association is to promote historical study, teaching and research. Members come from a range of backgrounds: students and staff in university History departments; history teachers in secondary schools; historians working independently and in government agencies, including Treaty settlement organisations; archivists and librarians; historians in local history societies, etc. New Zealand History -- Original articles and links to a number of topics on New Zealand history. The New Zealand Ireland Connection -- This site has been established to highlight the historical and contemporary connections between New Zealand and Ireland. Additionally, a list of Irish emigrants who sailed to New Zealand is being created to assist those researching their Irish heritage.
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