HMNZS Waikato, RNZN

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HMNZS WAIKATO, RNZN

Coat of arms (crest) of the HMNZS Waikato, RNZN

Official blazon

White arising from three barry wavy blue in base a Taniwha proper (brown).

Origin/meaning

A New Zealand River. The Taniwha is a fabulous Water Monster held in esteem by Maoris. The badge was approved in 1966.



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