Women making Waimarino Work
In November 1893, the world looked with envy, amazement and horror as New Zealand women flocked to the
polls for the first time. Only two months earlier Governor Glasgow had signed the Electoral Bill to make New
Zealand the first selfgoverning nation in the world to grant universal suffrage. Although the legisla-
tion was passed only after a concerted and often bitter campaign, it became an inspiration to women everywhere. It
was a hard-won victory. Today, the right to vote is something most people take for granted. But many women are
still involved in a struggle - for better education, more skills and opportunities, the right to participate fully in
society and the freedom to choose their own direction. More later.
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Ruapehu Bulletin, Volume 11, Issue 492, 29 June 1993, Page 11
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124Women making Waimarino Work Ruapehu Bulletin, Volume 11, Issue 492, 29 June 1993, Page 11
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