1956 in New Zealand - Events

Events

  • 8 March: Opo the friendly Dolphin dies in the Hokianga.
  • 13 March – After 26 years playing international cricket the New Zealand wins its first ever test victory against the West Indies at Eden Park.
  • New Zealand troops are sent to Malaya
  • the Roxburgh Dam is opened

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