Monday, February 27, 2012

John Carter Trailer 2012 -- Official Movie Trailer | HD


This looks interesting!
1951  / Troops deployed in waterfront dispute
The waterfront dispute of 1951 was the biggest industrial confrontation in New Zealand’s history. Although it was not as violent as the Great Strike of 1913, it lasted longer – 151 days, from 15 February to 15 July – and involved more workers. At its peak, 22,000 waterside workers (wharfies) and other unionists were off the job...
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NZ History 27 February  

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Today in NZ's history

1900 Wanganui Opera House opened

Opened by Premier Richard Seddon, this large wooden building has been one of Whanganui's finest entertainment venues for more than 100 years...

1770 Cook completes circumnavigation of North Island

The Endeavour's arrival at Cape Turnagain confirmed that the North Island was indeed an island, and not part of a fabled great southern continent...

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NZHistory.net.nz, New Zealand history online

Friday, February 3, 2012

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch

Did you know?

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a swirling vortex of waste and debris in the Pacific Ocean and is believed to hold almost 100 million tons of rubbish.
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HowStuffWorks "The Great Pacific Garbage Patch"

Friday, January 27, 2012