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StatuteAdoption Act 1955

Section 18 — Adoption Act 1955: Application of Act to Maoris

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18 Application of Act to Maoris An adoption order may be made under this Act on the application of any person, whether a Maori or not, in respect of any child, whether a Maori or not.

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