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Strawberry Fete
Torquay celebrates Alexandra Rose Day, with the participation of Anzac soldiers, including a Maori contingent.
Overview
Torquay celebrates Alexandra Rose Day on 27 June 1917, with the participation of Anzac soldiers, including a Maori contingent.
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