Completely obliterating the road for a quarter of mile: a huge slip on the Buller River road at Fern Flat.1929.

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DescriptionCompletely obliterating the road for a quarter of mile: a huge slip on the Buller River road at Fern Flat.

Showing an official party inspecting the earthquake damage. From left: Mr Thornton (Secretary, Nelson Education Board). Mr A.S. Reynolds (Teacher, Six Mile Flat), Alan Thom (Assistant teacher, Murchison), Mr F. Hayes (Head teacher, Murchison).PhotographerAuckland Weekly News; Jones, F. N.Date of Photo1929-07-24Map^[1]External LinkAUCKLAND LIBRARY <Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections AWNS-19290724-40-02>

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Location (city or town)MurchisonBULLER RIVERPerson Mr Thornton Mr A.S. ReynoldsAlan Thom Mr F. Hayes

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Completely obliterating the road for a quarter of mile: a huge slip on the Buller River road at Fern Flat.1929.

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