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The junior students of West Gore School have been focusing on what the Gore District looked like in the past.  As part of their learning they visited the Gore Historical Museum and found many things that looked different such as washing machines, cameras and clothing.  They also learnt how Gore first had the name ‘Long Ford’ and saw photos of how the town has developed. 

Stephanie shared the story of 1913 flood that caused much destruction in the district and how a young Forrest Stephenson was saved by a circus horse rider. 

Your school can learn more about the 1913 flood or the history of the district through Project Tūrangawaewae – Where We Live or by contacting the Gore Historical Museum.