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In the re-enactment the Rev. W. Williams (played by the Rev. W. J. W. Rosevear) accepts the traditional Maori challenge from Hiki Halmona, Mohi Matete and Brian Puhipuhi.

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The first three missionaries were played by the Rev. Rosevear, Norman McLean and Derek Bird.

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Church leaders taking part in the service were, from left, Rev. R. E. Bullen (chairman East Coast Council of Churches) and New Zealand church leaders Rt. Rev. Dr. M. A. Bennett, Brigadier D. Goffin, Most Rev. Dr. N. A. Lesser, Most Rev. R. Delargy, Rt. Rev. Dr. I. W. Fraser, and Rev.W. R. Francis.

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Part of the large crowd which attended the service.

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David Dewar, carrying a cross, led the parade of dignitaries on to the "Marae".

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Members of the Turahga Cultural Group performing a welcoming action song for the visiting missionaries.

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Boys from Edmund Campion College and girls from St. Mary's primary school formed the choral speaking group.