About Violet Augusta Roche
Lived 1885 – 1967 (aged 81–82). Violet Augusta Roche was a New Zealand journalist.
Violet Augusta Roche (1885–1967) was born in Te Awamutu, New Zealand, in 1885. She was a welfare worker and journalist who wrote numerous articles between 1935 and 1950 for Walkabout.
She is credited with reviving and sustaining the New Zealand branch of the Barnardo’s children's charity for many years. In the 1964 New Year Honours, Roche was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire, for services to the community, especially in connection with Dr Barbado's Homes.
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Who was Violet Augusta Roche?
Journalist, welfare worker
When was Violet Augusta Roche born?
Violet Augusta Roche was born in 1885.
When did Violet Augusta Roche die?
Violet Augusta Roche died in 1967.
What was Violet Augusta Roche's occupation?
Violet Augusta Roche was a journalist.
What nationality was Violet Augusta Roche?
Violet Augusta Roche was New Zealand.
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