In Memory of the Fallen

After this a dedication service was performed in both Maori and English, by the Rev. Wharetini Rangi and the Rev. Arthur Dickie respectively. Mr Hanan was then led to the door of the new hall by Miss Julie Rauwhero, who presented the Minister with the key. Entering the building with Mr and Mrs M. Delamere, Mr Hanan unveiled a plaque in memory of the fallen of two world wars.

After the ceremony was over one thousand people sat down to luncheon.

The official opening of Rautahi Community Centre last October. The result of many years of hard work, it will be of very great value to the residents of rapidly-expanding Kawerau.