To protest against atomic weapons testing, particularly tests above ground.
The first broadcasts in colour started in 1973.
NOTE - All New Zealand 2 cent coins are no longer legal tender, but they are redeemable for face value at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. A New Zealand 1973 bronze 2 cent coin (Elizabeth II), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to $12 NZD. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything up to $1 NZD. There were 38.573 million minted. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.
The highest recorded temperature in New Zealand was 42.4deg C (108.3deg F), recorded in Rangiora (a town of 12,000 people 25km (15mi) north of Christchurch) on 7 February 1973.
1973 Sun Bowl - 1973 TV was released on: USA: 29 December 1973
NBC Follies - 1973 1973-09-13 was released on: USA: 13 September 1973
Libyan frigate Dat Assawari was created on 1973-02-01.
Spot On - New Zealand - was created in 1973.
Julian O'Neill - New Zealand - was born on 1973-07-24.
Steve Smith - New Zealand rugby union - was born in 1973.
Norman Kirk,from 1971-1974.
TV began being broadcast in colour in 1973.
Louis MacAllistar was born on August 21, 1973, in New Zealand.
Leah Hutchison was born on May 30, 1973, in New Zealand.
On Feb 11, 1973 against New Zealand at Christchurch.
Kylie Wakelin was born Christchurch, New Zealand, October 26th 1973.
Robert Tripe was born on July 12, 1973, in Wanganui, New Zealand.
Charles Unwin was born on February 14, 1973, in Timaru, New Zealand.