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Floods happen when large amounts of water from rivers, oceans, seas and lakes overflow onto land. This can result in the loss of lives, and the destruction o...
Entry last updated: 10/07/25![Image: Arch celebrating peace, Jackson Street 1919 (https://natlib.govt.nz/records/22341931) by [unkown]. Collection: Alexander Turnbull Library, Ref: PAColl-9308-08.](https://images.ctfassets.net/q60gmaba8x5v/7gjqyzm9iXmJDebrO85JWD/bef594ca602177047de4202ea7902b33/nlnzimage__3_.jpg)
Many events have shaped Lower Hutt into what it is today. This page will give some examples and recommend resources that you might find useful to explore the...
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
There are many places that are significant to New Plymouth, known as Ngāmotu in te reo Māori. Use these resources to find out about their histories.
Entry last updated: 14/05/24![Image: Wreck of the City of Perth and Benvenue, Timaru, 1882 (https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/photos/id/310203) by [Unknown]. Collection: Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 5-2553.](https://images.ctfassets.net/q60gmaba8x5v/1nls2jgcOeaRilBKYvzCBv/2a09238920e924d6db476f879ae2a92d/mini_magick20221212-1-f3pznz.jpg)
Lots of things have happened that have impacted life in South Canterbury. The following resources explore these events and can offer some different perspecti...
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
This entry recommends websites and collections to find information about He Whakaputanga o te Rangatiratanga o Nu Tireni | The Declaration of Independence an...
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)
An animal becomes a pest if it begins to cause considerable economic or environmental damage. Animal pests such as stoats, possums, deer, cats and mice were ...
Entry last updated: 10/07/25
Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)
Pest plants are invasive species introduced to New Zealand by humans. They spread quickly and invade habitats, harming the environment and threatening native...
Entry last updated: 29/01/26
Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)
World War Two took place from 1939 to 1945. Almost every country in the world was involved. It was the deadliest war ever, leaving millions dead and wounded....
Entry last updated: 17/11/25
Since the 1700s, new people have immigrated to Aotearoa. Some came in search of a better way of life or because their country was no longer safe. Newcomers c...
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
The rocky shore is a unique part of New Zealand's coastline and is a habitat which is home to many sea creatures, and shorebirds. The rocky shore is also at ...
Entry last updated: 10/07/25