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The spread of suburbia (2nd of 2)

The spread of suburbia

Set on generous sections where sheep and cattle once grazed open pastures, St Heliers’ single-family homes are typical of the more affluent New Zealand suburbs.

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Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
Photograph by Melanie Lovell-Smith

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John Wilson. 'Society', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 3-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/society/2/4/2