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TV3 21st Anniversary

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As part of the celebrations for TV3's 21 years on air, we've trawled through the archives to dig out some of the biggest news stories of the last two decades and some memorable moments from TV3's history.
 

 

TV3 historic footage

Aramoana tragedy coverage (1990) video  

On November 13 the small seaside town of Aramoana 33-year-old David Gray went on a killing spree after an argument with a neighbour.
Billy T James

Coverage of Billy T James' death (1991) video  

Billy T James was a comedian and actor and one of the first Maori entertainers to gain broad appeal.

September 2001 terrorist attacks coverage - Part One (2001) video  

Part one of 3 News' coverage of the September 2001 terrorist attacks.
News presenter Philip Sherry

First 3 News bulletin (1989) video  

Philip Sherry presents the first 3 National News evening bulletin.

TV3 Ident (1989) video

TV3's first branding, using the slogan 'come home to the feeling'.
Queen's Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury dies from AIDS (1991) video

Freddie Mercury was a uniquely talented performer whose vocals turned English rock band Queen from a middle of the road rock group to something special.


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