KAPINGA, Pieter & Lydia
Born 9 July 1930
Born 29 August 1931
Origin Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Accompanying Family 6 months old Son Peter
First settled in Burnie Tasmania
Original Occupation Correspondent
Occupation in Australia Manager
JOHAN VAN OLDENBARNEVELT
Departure Port Amsterdam
Arrival Year 1958
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Pieter was appointed Hon. Consul for The Netherlands in Tasmania in 1979 and held that position for 16 years. He received a Knighthood from Queen Beatrix as well as the Order of Australia Medal on retirement.
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