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By the early 20th century rugby was a popular pastime in most country districts. This game is being played near Taumarunui in the heart of the King Country. One of the teams is the local tribe Ngāti Haua. In many parts of the North Island Māori were keen rugby players.
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Alexander Turnbull Library, Price Collection
Reference: 1/2-000204; G
by William Archer Price
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