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Remembering World War I – The Links With Home

Remembering World War I – The Links With Home

REMEMBERING WORLD WAR I – THE LINKS WITH HOME Picture postcards were the early twentieth century equivalent of today’s smart…

Just launched … Wakefield Youth Grant

Just launched … Wakefield Youth Grant

Last month Focus Wakefield agreed a motion to use funds raised from Window on Wakefield advertising revenue to support youthful…

history of wakefield

Early Wakefield Pioneers

Baigents – Edward Baigent arrived in Nelson and established a forestry and timber business, which survived well into the 20th century. Edward and Mary Ann were both involved with St John’s Anglican Church, which they helped build and sustain for 45 years. Their 7th child, Henry Baigent was a Nelson mayor for two terms.