The 1953 New New Zealand Deaf Sports Convention is held in Christchurch and the Auckland Deaf sports team travels to Christchurch via train, a trip which takes almost 15 hours, stopping by Wellington. There they check out the cable car and Wellington zoo. In Christchurch, sports featured include shot-put, athletics, and long jump. The group visits Christchurch city, including the well-known Christchurch Cathedral, located in the centre of the city.
NZ Deaf Sports Convention Christchurch 1953
1953 •
- Community Events
- Deaf Sports
The 1953 New New Zealand Deaf Sports Convention is held in Christchurch, with sports, fun, and day trips.
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