We picked up our new kitten, Java, on Friday night and have spent an interesting weekend with him. There was the expected nervousness and hiding away from the world. But he’s largely come out of his shell and is revealing himself as a friendly, playful animal with a frequent, loud yowl. We’re hoping to hear [...]
Today in NZ history- 29/11/1893 - First woman mayor in British Empire electedIn winning the Onehunga mayoralty, Elizabeth Yates struck another blow for the rights of women the day after the first general election in which women could vote.
- 30/11/1949 - Election of first National governmentAfter 14 years of Labour government, voters seem to have tired of wartime shortages and regulations. The National Party will be in power for 29 of the next 35 years.
- 1/12/1933 - First flight from North Cape to Bluff
- 2/12/1917 - 'Six o'clock swill' beginsSix p.m. closing of pubs was introduced as a 'temporary' wartime measure. It ushered in what became know as the 'six o'clock swill', as patrons aimed to get their fill before closing time. The practice lasted for the next 50 years.
- 29/11/1893 - First woman mayor in British Empire elected
