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taining the interest of this vigorous, vital group until such time as they take their place as senior performers we will ensure that these young shoots become the great trees of Maoridom. We must give them every help and encouragement.

‘Every year we say farewell to people who have served our club and our community: Scotty Potaka was our guide and friend for many years; Father Michael Shirres has proved himself a true Pakeha-Maori; and Mr Morton did much to help those in need. We are grateful to them and hope that in time they will return to Arai Te Uru.

‘I wish to thank committee members for their energy and co-operation during the years.

No reira te whanau
Tuia ki roto
Tuia ki waho
Tuia ki te here tangata'

Officers elected were: Patron, Miss M. Wallscott; past-president, Mr W. Duff; president, Mr C. Roberts; vice-president, Mr N. Maxwell; secretary, Mr C. Durning; treasurer, Mrs R. Whelan; publicity officer, Mr G. Mason; cultural teacher, Mr M. Walters; committee: Mesdames J. Bell, H. Smith, M. Wallace, Messrs M. Walter, B. Maxwell, A. McCaughan and P. Chalmers; delegates to Marae Council: Messrs W. Duff, N. Maxwell, B. Maxwell, A. McCaughan, P. Chalmers, A. Gilland; delegates to South Island Maori Cultural Council: Messrs W. Duff and C. Roberts.