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Otago Daily Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Otago Daily Times
Canada to exhibit
A building frame awaits cladding at the New Zealand and South Seas Exhibition construction site on Logan Park. — Otago Witness, 19.5.1925 The cow with the crumpled horn The Canadian Government will accept the invitation to be represented at the New Zealand and South Seas International Exhibition. It will participate the same as at Wembley, providing the Canadian manufacturers like advantage of the opportunity offered to show goods. The department of Immigration and Colonisation promises that if the Canadian manufacturers and exporters respond to the invitation a general information bureau will be established with office space for the officials in charge in addition to the accommodation for exhibitors. It is expected that the Canadian Manufacturers' Association will make an announcement shortly. A motorist was proceeding along a country road near Oamaru when he collided with a cow that was lying on the thoroughfare. One of the horns of the cow penetrated the radiator of the car, and was broken off. The cow got up and shook herself, and appeared to be little the worse for her adventure. The car had to be taken to a garage to have the horn removed. 16km walk to support Plunket An instance of very real appreciation of the work of the Plunket nurse came under the notice of the Plunket meeting at Weston. There was present a mother who had walked five miles, pushing before her a pram containing a beautiful healthy infant 15 months old. She had to walk the return journey and, at the end of it, set to work to milk cows. She said she owed the health of her child to Plunket Nurse Stephenson and she felt it was the least she could do to attend the meeting to show her sympathy and appreciation. Such gratitude as this is a great incentive to a nurse making her feel that there is no work more worth while than hers. It gaits a bit to the left, mate With the introduction of four-wheel braking systems, which bid fair to become somewhere akin to standard practice in modern car design, there has arisen the necessity for more satisfactory means of making adjustments. In the case of front wheel brakes, there is a condition which calls for most careful design and construction to ensure equal braking on both wheels, otherwise steering troubles will be set up and the safety of the vehicle will be endangered. There is, in many designs of front brake gear, the grave possibility of upsetting the balance of the braking or retarding force and so making the system dangerous by reason of severely straining the steering arrangements. Poppy money to employ diggers The Reserves Committee of the City Council will propose the under-mentioned allocation of expenditure of Poppy Day funds raised by the Dunedin Returned Soldiers' Association: Anzac square filling-in, rolling, sowing and laying down plot, £50. Rhododendron Dell trenching, clearing and extending of previous work, £100. Bathgate Park excavation for tennis courts, £80. Maori Hill extension of tennis courts and playing grounds, £25. Leith Gardens extension of shrubbery, clearing etc, £80. In addition to the above, the council has also available £100 for the Rhododendron Dell work and £25 of garden fete money for work at Maori Hill. Returned soldiers only will be employed on these operations, commencement being made at once. — ODT, 1.6.1925 Compiled by Peter Dowden
Powys County Times
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Old pictures of past events at Newtown's Monty Club
WELCOME to bygones as we raise our glass to Newtown's Monty Club. The building was home to the Unicorn Hotel up to 1918 and then became the British Legion while the date 1696 is prominent above the main entrance. A few years ago the declining membership decided on a rebrand and rename to reflect modern times. RECOMMENDED READING Despite its club name it does function as a public house and is used by all ages. Its location right in the centre of town and with a taxi rank outside makes it popular with the older members of the community. A pool room is to be found to the right of the main entrance with a long lounge to the left the bar is some way back in the middle of the building a large function room is to be found to the rear and upstairs there are small rooms which can be used for meeting and further pool and snooker tables. Pictures, paintings and other wall furnishings reflect the club's military associated heritage are prominent throughout. A makeover has improved the interior with fresh paint and new wooden flooring. Source: CAMRA. Evelyn Smout with Barry Davies in the concert room at Newtown Monty Club. (Image: County Times.) A past prize bingo night at the Monty in aid of the Lingen Cancer Appeal. Tony Rogers had a sponsored head and beard shave for Wales Air Ambulance in 2004. (Image: County Times.) A past Poppy Day promotion at the Monty. (Image: County Times.) Mai Jones completed a sponsored sky dive for Breast Cancer in 2004. (Image: County Times.)
NZ Herald
09-05-2025
- Business
- NZ Herald
Gisborne district Poppy Day appeal sits at $21,000
The RSA's Poppy Day was well supported in Tairāwhiti again this year, with the funds raised going as usual to support the welfare of the district's veterans. Photo / Murray Robertson The annual Returned and Services Association Poppy Day appeal in the Gisborne district raised more than $21,000. The funds will once again be used to help meet the welfare needs of the district's returned services personnel. All money raised locally gets used locally. The street collection, along with appeal boxes in dairies, other shops, businesses and schools, has been described as a huge success. The total was down a little on last year.
The Citizen
03-05-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
SA Legion North Coast Branch executive re-elected
IN A show of great trust and confidence in the leadership skills of the executive committee, members of the South African Legion's North Coast Branch recently voted for the re-election of all incumbent office bearers for the year ahead. At the AGM held on Saturday, April 26, at the Queen Nandi Mounted Rifles (formerly the Natal Mounted Rifles) in Durban, the Legionnaires voted for Clifton Ingle to retain his position as chairperson. He will be seconded by Stephen Schuster, who will continue his role of vice chairperson. Appointed to the newly-created position of communications and liaison is Legionnaire Rupert Meyer who said the role of treasurer will remain with Nicholas Skipworth-Michell, while Lana Skipworth-Michell will act as secretary of the South African Legion's North Coast Branch. He said, 'KwaZulu-Natal regional chairman, Legionnaire Steve Leahy, was in attendance to oversee the official voting-in process and lend his support to the North Coast branch's ongoing efforts. Several civilian guests were also present, and as is tradition, the AGM was followed by a relaxed bring-and-braai social — a staple of the branch's monthly gatherings and a reflection of the camaraderie and community spirit that define the North Coast Legion.' Also Read: SA Legion highlights the significance of Poppy Day The SA Legion, which is the oldest military veterans' organisation in Africa, was established to serve the community in 1921. Through the Royal Commonwealth Ex-services League (RCEL), it is linked with 54 member organisations in 49 countries, 18 of which are in Africa. Meyer said the SA Legion primarily serves the interests of military veterans and their families. 'The South African Legion admits as members those who have served in the forces of the Union/Republic of South Africa, MK, APLA, AZANLA or those of the former TBVC states. Commonwealth veterans, as well as persons sympathetic to the cause of the Legion, are also welcomed in the Legion's ranks,' added Meyer. The Legion believes in giving back to the community and engaging in meaningful projects that benefit society at large. They undertake initiatives such as fundraising for charitable causes, and volunteering. People can help the SA Legion by volunteering their time and skills to support veterans through activities such as mentorship, fundraising, organising events, or joining them. People can also make donations or participate in fundraising initiatives by providing resources and support for the Legion's programmes. For more information on the organisation or to volunteer, contact Rupert Meyer on email: salnc@ For more from Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
NZ Herald
23-04-2025
- General
- NZ Herald
Thousands to honour Anzac Day in Far North
In recent years there have been concerns that Anzac Day might lose its significance, or its draw, as the veterans passed on, but Godfrey said that was not the case and the younger generation were keen to get involved and keep the services going. 'All committee members and volunteers from our membership have spent countless hours organising this day and, in many cases, have taken on extra roles to ensure we have a successful event,' he said. 'Please be aware that much of what will happen on Anzac Day is the result of what goes on behind the scenes. 'Without the support of Kerikeri High School and Springbank School a lot would not be happening. You will see them on the day in the colour party, kapa haka roopu, reading the roll of honour and playing the Last Post. 'The Kerikeri Army Cadet Unit under the command of Lieutenant Kathleen Griffiths looks after the memorial wall with a flag party and catafalque guard. They also help with the Poppy Day roster (along with Springbank School). Their participation is gratefully received." Far North Anzac Day Services 2025: Broadwood – Civil ceremony at AMP Hall at 11am, then march to RSA cemetery, followed by shared lunch. Herekino – Civic service at Herekino Memorial Hall at 10.30am followed by morning tea. Please bring a plate. Hōreke – 6am community service Kaitāia – Muster at Kaitaia RSA at 5.45am. Dawn service 6am, Remembrance Park, opposite Kaitāia RSA. Kaikohe – Dawn service at 5.45am assemble at New World Carpark, march to Kaikohe Memorial Hall. Kawakawa – Dawn parade at 5.45am. Assemble at Cenotaph, 6am. Fall in. Civil parade, 8.45am. Assemble at the museum, Wynyard Street, Kawakawa, 8.55am. Fall in. Kerikeri – Dawn commemoration at 5.45am at the Domain. Civic service – march off at 9.45am at the Domain. Advertisement Advertise with NZME. Kohukohu – 6am community service Mangōnui – 11am civic service at the memorial. Mitimiti – 6am community service. Ōkaihau – 11am. Community service at Ōkaihau Hall Ōpononi – 11am. Civic service Manea Footprints of Kupe followed by light lunch. Please bring a plate. Panguru – 6am. Community service. Advertisement Advertise with NZME. Rāwene – Community service at cemetery at 9am followed by morning tea at golf club. Russell - 7am. Dawn service at Rāwhiti Marae, 9.30am Long Beach cemetery service, 11am civic service at village green. In the event of very wet weather a service will be held at the town hall. Te Kao – Civic service at Potahi Marae, 11am. Waima – 8am. Community service. Waitangi - 5pm. The Waitangi National Trust, in partnership with the 28 (Māori) Battalion Taitokerau Association (A Coy), are hosting an Anzac Day commemoration evening service at the Upper Treaty Grounds. The 28 (Māori) Battalion has a special connection with the Waitangi Treaty Grounds as the soldiers were present at the centennial of the Treaty signing in 1940 before going to war in Africa and Europe. The Anzac evening service starts at 5pm with a parade up the Nias Track by the Leadership Academy of A Company, followed by He Tikanga Karakia He Tohu Whakamaharatanga / Anzac Day Commemorative Service in front of Te Whare Rūnanga. A Field of Remembrance will have 569 memorial crosses with the names of Māori service personnel killed in action and buried overseas. Whangaroa RSA - 5.30am. Rededication of Whangaroa RSA, Kāeo ; 6am – dawn service; 10am – community service at Memorial Hall, followed by refreshments, closing karakia, and poroporoaki.
