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16 October 2026

Thousands of people fled Europe for NZ during WWII. Survivors and descendants are reuniting for the first time

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Thousands of people fled Europe for NZ during WWII. Survivors and descendants are reuniting for the first time

The gathering in Palmerston North is the first of its kind, with organisers out to mark an overlooked chapter in NZ's history.

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