The blog of New Zealand’s Audiovisual Archive
Experiences of Christmas in New Zealand differ hugely throughout the years. Where you were, and sometimes who you were meant you might not always have the classic Kiwi barbecue! Sound archivist Sarah Johnston has picked out a few of the more unusual Christmases recorded in our archives.
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Radio has played an important role in New Zealand life, bringing us news and entertainment at home, in the car,
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An interesting picture and intriguing recording sent David Klein on a journey of his own across the desert, time and
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One of our communications staff had a listen to an Aunt Daisy radio show and attempted to whip up a
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This post was first published shortly after the passing of David Bowie. We wanted to highlight this fascinating recording. Like
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This fascinating short piece was originally published in 2015 but we thought it needed to be heard again ? A
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Hydroelectric power has a long history in Aotearoa New Zealand, with the first projects commissioned in the early 20th century.
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Ngā Taonga has a regular spot on RNZ’s Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan where we share sound archive recordings. Always fascinating,
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By Sarah Johnston (Client Services Co-ordinator, Radio – Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision) One of the most often requested items
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Reflections on the first 100 years of Ōtaki’s iconic Rangiātea Church were beautifully captured in two audio recordings of the
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