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Wellington time capsule's secrets revealed

A time capsule discovered by construction workers near Parliament was opened today by Arts, Culture and Heritage Minster Maggie Barry (12 April 2017).

Minister of Arts, Culture and Heritage Maggie Barry officially opened the capsule. Photo / Chris Bramwell

The case appeared to be an old bullet casing. Photo / Chris Bramwell

The capsule contained a newspaper, photos and a handful of coins. Photo / Supplied

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LT McGuiness surveyor Russell Mulder with the time capsule. Photo / Supplied

Maggie Barry with Heritage New Zealand CEO Andrew Coleman. Photo / Supplied

Photo / Chris Bramwell

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