People in New Zealand History: Yvette Williams - $12.50 : Educational teaching resources - teachers, parents - primary secondary adult - Curriculum Concepts, RIC Publications, Ready-Ed Publications

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Yvette Williams is often described as the 'Golden Girl' of New Zealand athletics as she was the first New Zealand woman to win an Olympic Gold Medal. Yvette developed strength and fitness by carrying concrete blocks and running in the Auckland Domain wearing army boots.

The stories of 30 of New Zealand's most famous people including their childhood and education, the paths that led to the achievements for which they became well known and their influence upon New Zealand's history and culture. With original photographs - many supplied by the subjects themselves. Written by award winning author Kevin Boon.