AVIANCA BOEHM The newly crowned Miss Universe New Zealand said it was "sad and unfortunate" how she was awarded the title but is honoured to accept it. Talia Bennett from Auckland's North Shore was yesterday awarded the title after original winner Avianca Bohm was unable to secure New Zealand citizenship. South African born Bohm was given awarded the title in June despite not being a New Zealand citizen, and was given until today to gain citizenship. The 22-year-old had hoped to fast-track the process ahead of the international Miss Universe pageant in December. "To be asked by the Miss Universe New Zealand organisers to represent New Zealand at Miss Universe 2012 is a wonderful honour," Bennett says on Zeisha PR company's website, which is owned by a competition spokeswoman. "It has been sad and unfortunate how events have unfolded and I am truly humbled in accepting my selection. "I am looking forward with excitement to the once in a life
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