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Taihape gumboot (1st of 2)

Taihape gumboot

The gumboot, commonly worn by New Zealand farmers, has become a motif of Taihape. The multi-coloured corrugated iron gumboot sculpture is a favourite with children of all ages.

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New Zealand Herald
Reference: 1501NZHMMGUMBOOT2.jpg
Photograph by Mark Mitchell

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How to cite this page:

Diana Beaglehole. 'Whanganui places', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 21-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/whanganui-places/9/2/1