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Christchurch's Golden Oldies Games amasses over 5000 mature athletes

By Lisa Davies, 1News Reporter
April 2, 2018

One of the biggest sporting events to ever hit Christchurch begins today, and will continue for the next four weeks. (Source: Other)

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