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Scoop Video: Service For David Lange (PM Address)

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Published: Sat 20 Aug 2005 10:16 PM
Scoop Video: Service For David Lange
Scoop Video: The Prime Minister Helen Clark addressed around 2000 people at Auckland's Ericsson Stadium as a final farewell to David Lange. The service was a celebration of David Lange's life and achievements, remembering his time growing up in south Auckland, his term as Prime Minister, and how he was regarded in New Zealand and abroad. The service included speeches from his son Roy, brother Peter, and songs from Dave Dobbin and others...
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