Flavour of New Zealand

01-Jan-1973
Crash helmets became compulsory for both motorcyclists and pillion passengers at all speeds. ²

07-Feb-1973
Records were established at Rangiora and the Awatere Valley, Marlborough, with a highest-ever New Zealand temperature of 42 degrees Celcius. ³

01-Oct-1973
New Zealand's television network began broadcasting in colour. ²

31-Oct-1973
Television One and Television Two completed networking, which meant local television stations were now limited to a brief local news bulletin each night. ³

14-Nov-1973
The Domestic Purposes Benefit was introduced for solo parents and those caring for a sick person at home. ³