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Publication of the Royal Commission’ final report
The final report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care is being released to the public. The Sisters of Compassion Group and wider Compassion whānau acknowledge the […]
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Sister Martha Chard
Constance Miriam Mary Chard was born at Stratford in Taranaki, on 7 May 1912. Her father, Edward Chard, was born in England and came to New Zealand at a very early age, marrying her mother Amy Carter who was of Irish descent.
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Sister Gerard McNamara
Hanna McNamara was born at Guhard, County Kerry, Ireland, on 25 February 1874. Her parents were Cornelius and Ellen McNamara (nee Dwyer).