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Abel Tasman
The Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, was the first European to reach New Zealand. -
James Cook
That is English explorer who makes his first journey to New Zealand. His journal entries make other European explorers come to New Zealand. That´s why the english is spoken there. -
Maori sign the Treaty of Waitangi
The Maori sign the Treaty of Waitangi giving control to the British in exchange for protection and guaranteed Maori possession of their lands. -
New Zealand land war
The war begins between European and Maori -
Women get the right to vote
Women get the right to vote. New Zealand is the first country to do this. -
Self Governing Community
New Zealand becomes a Self Governing Country within the British Empire. -
Independence!
New Zealand becomes independant from Great Britain. -
Rugby World Cup
New Zealand hosts and wins the Rugby World Cup. -
First New Zealand Prime Minister
Jennifer Shipley becomes the country's first female prime minister.
