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On 26 September 1907 the United Kingdom granted New Zealand (along with Newfoundland, which later became a part of Canada) "Dominion" status within the British Empire. New Zealand became known as the Dominion of New Zealand. The date was declared Dominion Day, but never reached any popularity as a day of independence.
Oct 10, 2022 · A chronology of key events in the history of New Zealand. 1947 - New Zealand gains full independence from Britain.. 1950 - Troops from New Zealand serve with UN forces in the 1950-53 Korean War ...
Story: Self-government and independence. New Zealand does not have an Independence Day to celebrate – the country’s independence from Britain was gained in many small steps rather than all at once. New Zealand today is fully independent from Britain, although the two countries share the same person as head of state. Story by W. David McIntyre.
Aug 22, 2023 · 1947 - New Zealand gains full independence from Britain. 1951 - Anzus Pacific security treaty signed between New Zealand, Australia and USA. 1985 - New Zealand refuses to allow US nuclear-powered ...
New Zealand becomes the first self-governing country to grant the right to vote to all adult women. 1901. The Commonwealth of Australia is established. New Zealand declines several invitations to become a member. New Zealand annexes the Cook Islands and Savage Island (Niue), and appoints Resident Commissioners to govern these territories. 1902
Dec 11, 2011 · 11 December 1931. Statute of Westminster Adoption Act 1947 (Archives New Zealand, ABGX 8021 W3675 Box 1) The British Parliament passed the Statute of Westminster, granting complete autonomy to its six Dominions. Australia and New Zealand held back from adopting this status, but in 1947 New Zealand became the last of the Dominions to do so.
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Dec 1, 2008 · In 1857 responsible government was consolidated and more than nominal independence from Britain achieved when the British Parliament passed the New Zealand Constitution Amendment Act. This gave the New Zealand Parliament authority to amend all but a few entrenched sections of the New Zealand Constitution Act 1852.
