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References
- ↑ Folk Song New Zealand Ana Hato, Ngati Whakaue, Tuhourangia 1907 - 1947
- ↑ Te Ara – The Encyclopedia of New Zealand Story: Volcanic Plateau region, Ana Hato and Deane Waretini
- ↑ National Library of New Zealand Death at 62 of famed Maori tenor
- ↑ New Zealand Herald - Monday Mar 30, 2009 You must remember this, Deane Waretini - The Bridge - By Alan Perrott
- ↑ Audio Culture 18 Mar 2015 Ana Hato Profile - Amanda Mills
- ↑ Radio New Zealand 10 March 2015 Rare record found at jumble sale
- ↑ Audio Culture Ana Hato, Profile - Amana Mills
- ↑ Discogs Deane Waretini Discography
- ↑ Kiwi Pacific Records ANA HATO RAUA KO DEANE WARETINI - Legendary recordings 1927-49
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