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Christmas in the Colonies
This poem was written by Thomas Bracken (1841–1898) – the Irish-born New Zealand poet, journalist and politician.
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Bastion Point – the Untold Context
Seen in full, Bastion Point is not a story of unbroken bad faith. It is a complex episode shaped by changing laws, incentives, and expectations – and one that was ultimately resolved through return, compensation, and apology.
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The Good Oil Daily Bible Verse
Moreover he built cities in the mountains of Judah, and in the forests he built castles and towers.