1980 SMC Yearbook

ST. MARGARET'S COLLEGE MAGAZINE 1980 -

BOARD OF GOVERNORS 1980

WARDEN: The Right Reverend W.A. Pyatt, M.A. (Hons.), the Bishop of Christchurch.

CHAIRMAN: Mr B.J. Drake, B.A. L.L.M. (to October)

REPRESENTING SYNOD Mrs J.N. Matson, LLB. (N.Z.), M.A. (Oxon.).

Mr L.C. Hibbard, B.Com. F.C.A., J.P. The Very Reverend M.L. Underhill, M.A. Dean of Christchurch.

Mrs J.R.L. Fry, M.A. (Hons.)

REPRESENTING ST ANDING COMMITTEE: Dr T.S. Weston, O.B.E.M.B., F.R.C.R., F.R.A.C.R .

• The Rev. C.R. Graham, B.A., Dip Tchng. L.Th. Mr J.H. Martin, A.C.A. Mrs B.H Stringleman

BOARD NOMINEES: Mr A.G.I. Rodgers Mr P. Yeoman, B.E.

Mr S.B. Ashton, A.C.A.A Mr W.H. Todd, A.R.E.I.N.Z.

REPRESENTING OLD GIRLS' ASSOCIATION Mrs K.N. Cronshaw, (President) Mrs J.R. Fox, (Vice President)

REPRESENTING PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION Mrs G.C. Weston (President) Mr J.W. Downs, A.N.Z.I.M. Mrs A. Robertson

BURSAR: Mr G.S. Williams

THE STAFF: PRINCIPAL Miss A.J. Emmerson, B.A., M.A.C.E.

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL Miss N. Corder, B.A. (Hons) (London), Dip.Ed.

Music Staff: Miss B. Pollard, Mus. Bach, L.T.C.L., R.M.T. Miss N.B. Billcliff, L.R.S.M., R.M.T. Mrs E.M. Beath, L.R.S.M., L.T.C.L., R.M.T. Miss S. Thompson, L.R.S.M., R.M.T.

Bursar's Office Mrs N. McGregor

Principal's Office: Miss M.C. Rose (to 30.8.80) Mrs N. Ritchie (Term III)

Medical Officer Dr T.K. Williams, M.B. Ch.B., D.C.H., F.R.C.G.P. 2

STAFF 1980 Miss N. Corder, B.A. (Hons.) (London), Dip. Ed., English.

Mrs K. Adam, B.Sc. (Hons.) (London), Head of Mathematics Department.

Mrs C.M. Andre, M.A. (Edin.), P.G.C.E., Mathematics.

Mrs B.C. Bain, B.A., Geography, Social Studies.

Miss S. Begg, B.H.Sc., Pottery, Form 18.

Miss C.H. Blair, B.A., Head of Geography Department.

Rev. I.J. Botting, M.A. (Hons.) (Oxon.), B.A. Divinity, History, Social Studies, School Chaplain to 9.7.80.

Mrs D. Boyd, B.A. French, German.

Miss R.R. Bradfield, Homecraft Teachers' Certificate, Social Education, Careers, Clothing.

Mrs M.M. Chandler, B.A., Dip. N.Z.L.S., Librarian. (Term III) Mrs S.H. Colyer, B.A., Dip. N.Z.L.S., A.N.Z.L.A., Assistant Librarian.

Mrs L. Duncan, Homecraft Teachers' Certificate, Home Economics.

Mrs D.B. Field, B.Sc. (Hons.) (Hull), Mathematics.

Mrs D. Gabb, M.A. (Hons.), B.A. (Qld.), Guidance Counsellor, Social Education.

Miss C.E. Greenslade, B.A., L.Th. Divinity, English.

Mrs V. Handley, B.A. (Hons.) English, Drama.

Miss M. Heffernan, B.A., LT.CL., Japanese (Term Ill) Mrs J. Hindin, M.A. (Hons.), Mus.B. (Hons.), Dip. Ed., F.T.C.L., English, Reading.

Miss R. Hollier, Physical Education, Gymnastics.

Mrs A.J. H ulston, Accounting (Term I I I).

Mrs D. Jameson, M.A. (Hons.), Head of History Department.

Miss J.A. Kerr, L.T.C.L., L.R.S.M. (School Music), R.M.T., Mu ic.

Mr J. Koopman, B.A., Dip. Tchg., German, Japanese.

Mrs D.J. Lina, Homecraft Teachers' Certificate, Clothing, Science.

Mrs J. McKelvey, B.Sc., Biology, Science.

Miss F. Mangos, Specialist in Physical Education.

Dr B. Mann, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Glasgow), Head of Science Department.

Mrs M. Marshall, B.A.C., French (Term II).

Miss J.M. Miller, B.Sc. (Hons.), Chemistry, Science.

Miss D.P. Morgan, Dip. Aust. College of Phys. Education.

Mrs H.M. Powell, M.A. (Hons.), Dip. Ed. French, Japanese.

Mrs M.E. Ross, B.Sc., Technician.

Mr G.J. Sanders, Dip. Graphic Design, F.A.P., Head of Art Department.

Miss K. Scannell, B.A., Dip.Mus., Head of French Department.

Mrs A. Simonson, C. Cert., Form IS. Mrs P. Smart, B.A., N.Z.L.A. Cert., Librarian (Terms I and II) Mr M. Summerlee, B.Sc. (Hons.), (London), Cert.Ed., Biology.

Mrs B. Taylor, B.A. Form 11 T, Divinity.

Miss D.M. Tebay, M.A. (Hons.), Head of English Department.

Mr T. Twidle, B.Sc. Chemistry, Science, Accounting, Economic .

Mr O.H. Walker, B.A., M.Sc., Chemistry, Science (Term III).

Mrs J. Whyte, Mus.B. F.T.C.L., L.Mus. T.C.L., Music (Term II).

Mrs C.J. Yeabsley, M.A. (Hons.), Classical Studies, Latin.

ST. MARGARET'S COLLEGE JUNIOR SCHOOL Mrs I. Mitchell, C. Cert., Head of Department, Miss B.A. Gillespie, C. Cert., Primers.

Mrs S.R. Marks, C. Cert., Stds. I and 2.

Mrs D. Robilliard, C. Cert., Std. 3.

Std 4.

MUSIC STAFF Miss B. Pollard, Mus. Bach., LT.CL., R.M.T. Mrs J. Ashton, A.T.C.L. Mrs E.M. Beath, L.R.S.M., LT.CL., R.M.T. Mrs P. Corballis Mr D. Marsh, Speech.

MAGAZINE COMMITTEE Louise Adams, Penelope Burn, Margot Chaffey, Nicola Cooper, Carron Cassens, icola Daniels, Penelope Day, Jennifer Fisher, Rachel Green, Tracy Sheat, Gillian Spooner, D. Tebay, G. Sanders.

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IN MEMORIAM REV. IAN BOTTING Mr Botting chaplain of St Margaret's College from 1975, died after an accident on July 9th, 1980. He had previously served as chaplain at Christ's College for 13 years and was also a precentor at Christchurch Cathedral. In England from 1956-59 he became Domestic Chaplain to the Bishop of Sheffield, after graduating Master of Arts at Oxford University in 1952. He returned to New Zealand to become Vicar at Wanganui East, and was later appointed to Christ's College.

In World War II he served as a flying officer in the Royal New Zealand Air Force in Europe.

Mr Botting, a former All Black, had a notable rugby career. He earned rugby fame through playing for two different countries in successive years. He toured South Africa with the 1949 All Blacks and the next year, while at Oxford University, he played for England against Wales and Ireland. His rugby career also included playing for the New Zealand Services team in Britain in 1945-56, for New Zealand Universities, and best known of all, playing for the champion Otago side which held the Ranfurly Shield for three years in the late 1940s.

He retained his interest in sport in later life, at one stage coaching the Christ's College First XV. He was also one of the personalities in the Old Collegians' President's grade cricket team and was noted for his keen sportmanship.

Mr Batting's death was a very sad occasion for St Margaret's College as he was a valued and popular member of the staff, and the consideration and help which he gave to many girls was greatly appreciated. The services which he officiated at each Wednesday and Sunday morning included him in the boarding life of the school. His sincerity and kindness and quiet friendship we very much miss. Our sympathy goes to Mrs Botting and all his family.

Louise A dams

A PRAYER FOR MR BOTTING Dear Lord in Heaven. We pray that you will look after dear Mr Botting. We are all very sorry that he is gone and we pray that his soul will live on in love and care. Help his family and friends to get over the sorrow of him not being here, but most of all to remember that you love him and will look after him in Heaven. Amen.

Sarah Sunderland, Std. 4.

MISS CORDER'S RETIREMENT Over the last 26 years Miss aomi Corder has dedicated herself to St. Margaret's College and during that time has earned the fondness and respect of the many girls that have passed through the school. Unable to stop the passage of time we must sadly say farewell to Miss Corder and in doing so we wish her every happiness in her retirement.

Miss Corder was born in Balham, London and spent her school years in Dorset, Devon and Nottinghamshire. She then furthered her education at University College, London, where she gained an Honours Degree in English, studying Phonetics, Palaeography, Old English, Middle English, Geography, Latin and French.

Following a Post Graduate Course in Education at Cambridge Training College, Miss Corder taught at a G.P.D.S.T. Grammar School, Loughborough, Leicestershire, and at Solway College, Masterton, New Zealand, and then in February 1955 joined the staff of St. Margaret's College. She held the office of Head of the English Department from 1957 until 1960 when she was appointed.First Assistant. Then in 1979 she was elevated to the rank of Deputy Principal.

I feel inadequate to put into words a II Miss Corder's many qualities and have asked Miss Mullan to do this, because she has worked closely with her and she also has more ability with words than I have. Miss Corder's loss to the school is great, but we know she well deserves a rest, and we wish her every happiness in her retirement.

Jennifer Fisher, Head Prefect.

MISS CORDER Just recently I was asked what I considered the most prevalent sin ( old-fashioned word, but you all know what I mean) in New Zealand today, and after a moment's thought, I decided on selfishness. When we talk about standards of living, and the New Zealand way of life, we seem to be talking about the extent to which we can indulge every whim with no thought of others.

But this is not Miss Corder's style. I first met her in December 1963, and from then until today, I can think of no occasion when she has considered herself first.

The very few times that I even tried to persuade her to do something, it was to tell her to have a break, or a rest, or to let me do something for her. During the last week or so, I have heard several speeches of thanks for her26 years of service in St Margaret's College; and her descretion, hard work and tireless care have escaped none. Because she was involved with administration, there has been, I think, a tendency to overlook other qualities - her original mind, her magnificent sense of fun, her appreciation of girls as individuals, her ability and skill as a counsellor, and her inspired talents as a teacher. I think I was a successful teacher, because everyone got more marks than she deserved - by a process ofrelentless pounding. But when I saw Miss Corder teach, I watched the same ability to make girls get more marks than they deserved, but by a process of inspired and delightfully original technique that filled me with admiration.

And there is till more. Miss Corder's whole life expresses loyalty - a devout loyalty to her religious beliefs, a tireless loyalty to the school, a caring loyalty to staff and girls, a loving loyalty to her friends, and a gracious loyalty to those who need her help. Thank you, dear Miss Corder. May you, like Ruth, daughter-in-law of another aomi, be repaid for what you have done, and may you too be richly rewarded.

Molly Mullan

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IN MEMORIAM MARGARET ROSE It came as a great shock to hear of the death of Miss Rose on the 30th August this year. Miss Rose was an old girl of St Margaret's and joined the staff in 1967. She was our secretary for thirteen years.

She was at the centre of school life, dealing in her no-nonsense manner with constant phone calls and never-ceasing staff and pupil queries. She had an in-depth knowledge of the intricacies relating to all aspects of the school. Her phenomenal memory and detailed understclnding of the school family and its workings were invaluable to.the running of the school.

In more recent years Miss Rose had to bear much pain - more than most of us were ever aware of. Her Christian faith provided her with great strength. Her courage and non-complaining attitude were an example to us all.

Tracy Sheat

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STAFF Back Row (left to right): D. Gabb, B. Mann, R. Bradfield, G. Sanders, K. Scannell, D. Tebay, J. Koopman, M. Summerlee, 0. Walker, L. Duncan, D. Robilliard, R. Hollier.

Middle Row: B. Bain, S. Begg, D. Field, I. Boyd, M. Heffernan, S. Marks, J. Miller, K. Adam, J. Kerr, J. McKelvey, .J. Hindin.

Front Row: F. Mangos, A. Simonsen, C. Greenslade, C. Andre, C. Blair, N. Corder, .J. Emmerson, C. Yeabsley, D. Jameson, B. Gillespie, D. Lina, I. Mitchell.

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KONINI HOUSE This year Konini excelled itself sport-wise. We have won the swimming sports (congratulations to Lyndie Foster and Maria Ngarimu), the Athletic sports (congratulations to Maria Ngarimu again and to Penny Burn), the House Netball and gained 1st equal with Matipo in the House Hockey.

The versatility of Konini-ites never fails to amaze members of lesser houses, and contrary to the misguided opinion of some, we are not all brawn and no brain, as was convincingly shown when we reaped in handsome numbers of mentions and work bars. Our house play also, although unplaced, possessed moments of unequalled brilliance, and many thanks go to our producer, Elizabeth Harrison, for her patience, and to our heroine, Claire Baker, for her indescribable performance as the Princess of the Ricefields.

I would like to thank everyone in Konini for their tremendous house spirit and for making my quite unexpected job as House Captain so thoroughly enjoyable. I may have mentioned only a few names but the entire success of the House is due to the unfailing, continued support and co-operation of the 70-odd girls in Konini. Last but most definitely not least, I would like to thank my vice-captain, Nicky Power, for her help, especially on such matters as relays and netball teams which are quite beyond my powers of comprehension.

Penelope Day (Captain)

MANUKA HOUSE We don't have to prove our competence by winning everything; everyone knows we're the best, we just like to give the others a chance!

With a great deal of effort we managed not to gain places in both the Swimming and Athletics sports, however, we did not come last either. Manukans may not be sports minded, but we are definitely good sportswomen - we lose incredibly well and with incredible repetition.

In spite of such outstanding records, with our usual spirit we managed to fight to 2nd equal in netball (along with most), and won a game of hockey.

The House Play was memorable, if not successful, and was enjoyed by all who deigned to participate. Our special thanks to the sixth form producers.

As in previous years, mentions have continued to roll in, and a considerable number of work bars were obtained by many scholarly Manukans.

Although we may sound discouraged we have enjoyed leading Manuka and feel there is a definite improvement in the Manukan Performance and spirit. Best of luck for next year. We've every faith in you!

Kim Hutchinson (Captain) Carron Cossens (Vice)

RATAHOUSE Rata has experienced a most enjoyable year, mainly due to its strong house spirit. We started the year off well by gaining second place in the swimming sports. Congratulations to Julie Robertson who was Junior Champion, and also to the juniors for winning their relay. We were placed third in the athletic sports,just behind Matipo. I would like to thank all the juniors, who managed to win almost all their events, and especially Wendy Mellish who was the Junior Champion. It is obvious that it is with the juniors that our talent lies for our future.

House hockey and netball were a tremendous lot of fun. Unfortunately we were beaten in the first round of the hockey, but managed to come second equal in the netball.

The highlight of the year was the House Play "Happy Days". We obtained third place. Many thanks to Margot Ferguson and Sally Averill who were responsible for the directing of the play.

Mention must be made of all those who contributed to Rata throughout the year- those who received awards and mentions, joined in with the house teams and entered as individuals in sports.

Finally, I would like to thank my vice-captain, Janine Duckworth, for all she has done throughout the year.

Good luck for the future.

Catherine A vcri/1 (Captain)

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KOWHAI HOUSE 1980 has been in no way successful for Kowhai. The year got off to a bad start with the swimming sports. Very few house members were willing to enter events, which was disappointing. However, we made a marked improvement in the Athletic Sports with the help of Virginia Owen who was Intermediate Champion and Rachel Burt who gained first place in the Intermediate Hurdles.

House Day this year proved enjoyable although it was unfortunate that there were not more parents present to join in the activities and lunch. Kowhai has never been renowned for its netball talent, but everyone played well despite our overall fifth placing. The house hockey team, without its strength of previous years, was also placed fifth. In the house plays we were unplaced with "The Three Good Witches and the Bad, Bad, Prince". Thank you to all the sixth formers who contributed to the production of the play, especially Elizabeth Wyles and Kirsten Moody.

• The chess team got off to a good start but came up against some stiff competitions and gained fourth place.

I would like to thank all those who contributed to Kowhai throughout the year- those who entered.into sports and joined in the teams and relays, and also to those who received awards and mentions. All of these factors contribute to the total points tally and it is pleasing to see that there is still some house spirit.

Finally I would like to thank my vice captain Jenny Rivers, who, although she left after the first term, was a great help during the hectic beginning of the year.

Kate Robins (Captain)

RIMU HOUSE Rimu has left its talent unpolished, but with a bit more enthusiasm it will shine. Rimu came 4th in the swimming and 5th in Athletics sports. I would like to thank all those who entered and gained placings in all the sports events.

Congratulations to Angela Davidson on her great achievements in the swimming sports.

• Netball results were a little disappointing, but it was great to see everyone enjoying the sport and showing such House spirit. The interhouse Hockey took the form of a knock-out competition.Unfortunately we were knocked out first round by Kowhai, but it was a very entertaining game on behalf of Rimu's talent!

After House matches in the second term, we had our House lunch in the Dining Room at Kilburn. Thanks to everyone for bringing so much delicious food. After lunch, Rimu was first on for House plays. It turned out extremely successful, being placed first. The play was named 'Romeo and Jeweliet' and thanks to 'Miss Julia Chennells' performance of Jeweliet and Debby Judd playing Romeo, it was very humourous and entertaining, and Julia was chosen as the best actress of the day.

Although Rimu was not highly placed in overall events, we had some individual talents which we hope will increase Rimu's position in the future. We would like to congratulate all girls who gained work bars, mentions, lifesaving awards, sports pockets and colours.

Good luck to everyone next year. We hope that all of Rimu will give the House more support in the future years as House spirit is a MUST! Angela Reese and Angela Davidson (Captains)

MATIPO HOUSE Once again Matipo has had a very successful year, coming third in the swimming sports and sec~rnd in t~e athletic sports. I'd like to congratulate Pip Townshend and Felicity Gardiner who were placed in numerous Athletics events.with Pip eventually becoming Senior Champion. Our senior relay was also placed first. In House netball, Matipo came second, close behind Konini. This year we had a very good Hockey team with a good chance of winning, but unfortunately, due to the weather conditions, we could not play.

Our production in the House play this year was 'Little Red Riding Hood' and for once, Matipo came second. I'd like to thank all those who helped to make the production such a success. At the House lunch I was a little worried at the small amount of food we had, but we enjoyed ourselves and most seemed to leave with full stomachs.

• Overall, Matipo had had a good year, and the house spirit has been remarkable. I would like to thank all members of the Chess Team who didn't quite make the top grade but who tried their hardest. I was pleased at all the mentions that the Forms I and 2's managed to bring in, and all those girls that gained Work Bars and Physical Education Awards.

It is a sad year for Matipo, as we lose our longest standing member, Miss Corder. It is thanks to her tha't Matipo has managed to succeed as it has done 1 as her house spirit tops everybody else's.

My thanks to my vice-captain Pip Townshend for all her help and to all the other fifth years who have helped to make this year worthwhile. Thank you Matipo for your support throughout my year as Captain, and I wish you good luck for many years to come.

Felicity Booth (Captain)

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BOARDING HOUSE NOTES This year has been a busy and eventful one for the boarders. Due to the difficulty of finding a suitable warden we had a rather unsettled beginning. However, we are now pleased to include Mrs Watt as a member of our boarding. staff.

The cafeteria system that was introduced at the end of last year proved so successful that it has now been extended to include all meals, much to the satisfaction of the girls. My thanks to Mr Roberton and his capable staff for once again feeding us so well.

The weather proved more favourable this year and the ski trips to Mt Hutt were consequently more successful than last year. Many girls participated in these trips and I would like to thank the staff who organised and accompanied the girls on these trips.

We have had the usual run of social functions, some more successful than others. Due to the lack of funds to mend the boarders' stereo the music for these events has been a problem.

The new scheme of placing seniors in Warren without adult supervision has been greeted with delight. I can only hope that it continues to be a success. I am sure that with the co-operation of the girls it will be a most exciting adventure!

My special thanks to the matrons and house prefects who have helped me this year, and especially to my deputy, Wendy Cartridge.

Louise A dams Head of House

HOUSE PREFECTS Back Row (left to right): Lynley Goodwin, Nicola Power, Claire Baker, icola Cooper, Janet Scott.

Middle Row: Sara Donaldson, Carron Cossens, Penelope Day, Joanne Stokes, Jacqueline Stewart, Julie Logan.

Front Row: Kim Hutchinson, Wendy Cartridge, Louise Adams, Mary-Jane Powell. Lynne Hurford.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AWARDS 1980 NETBALL Colours Reawarded: 2nd Time.

Kate Robins, Kowhai.

Colours Reawarded: Nicola Power, Konini.

Colours Awarded: Janet Scott, Matipo.

Claire Baker, Konini.

Margot Ferguson, Rata.

Gillian Spooner, Kowhai.

ATHLETICS Colours Reawarded: 3rd Time.

Phillipa Townshend, Matipo.

Colours Reawarded: 2nd Time.

Penelope Burn, Konini.

Pockets Rea warded: Kate Robins, Kowhai.

Virginia Owen, Kowhai.

Maria Ngarimu, Konini.

Pockets Awarded: Nicola Power, Konini.

Janet Scott, Matipo.

Felicity Gardiner, Matipo.

Rachel Burt, Kowhai.

Mary-Jane Powell, Konini.

Katie Love, Manuka.

Netball Whistle: Gillian Spooner; Kowhai.

Pockets: Katy Love, Manuka.

HOCKEY Colours Reawarded: Lorraine Rouse, Manuka.

Colours Awarded: Felicity Gardiner, Matipo.

Jennifer Fisher, Matipo.

Pockets: Tania Johnston, Konini.

Tiffany Menzies, Manuka.

Penelope Day, Konini.

Rowena James, Kowhai.

Felicity Booth, Matipo.

Marianne Murray, Konini.

Penelope Burn, Konini.

Rhonda Greenwood, Kowhai.

Janine Duckword, Rata.

LIVE SAVING Colours Awarded: Angela Davidson, Rimu.

Felicity Booth, Matipo.

Margot Ferguson, Rata.

Margot Alexander, Manuka.

Janine Duckworth, Rata.

Penelope Burn, Konini.

Pockets Awarded: Margot Alexander, Manuka.

Belinda Allison, Matipo.

Felicity Booth, Matipo.

Jane Schneideman, Matipo.

Bridget Broom, Rata.

Sally Averill, Rata.

Penelope Burn, Konini.

TENNIS Colours Reawarded: 2nd Time.

Angela Reese, Rimu.

Colours Awarded: Jane Howe, Konini.

Lorelei Mason, Rimu.

Pockets Reawarded: Felicity Gardiner, Matipo.

Amanda Hazlett, Rata.

Pocket Awarded: Jane Reese, Rirnu.

SWIMMING Colours Reawarded: Angela Davidson, Rimu.

Colours Awarder: Penelope Burnl Konini.

Maria Ngarimu, Konini.

Pockets Reawarded: Jane Schneideman, Matipo.

Pockets A warded: Clare Aubrey, Manuka.

Penny Ferguson, Rata.

Kylie Jackson, Manuka.

SOFTBALL Colours Reawarded: 2nd Time.

Janet Scott, Matipo.

Colours Reawarded: Nicola Power, Konini.

Colours Awarded: Penelope Burn, Konini.

Annabel Carter, Rimu.

Pockets A warded: Kate Robins, Kowhai.

Sonya Diver, Rata.

Rachel Burt, Kowhai.

Tania Johnston, Konini.

Maria Ngarirnu, Konini.

GYMNASTICS (MODERN RHYTHMICAL) Colours Awarded: Sara Hope, Matipo.

Pockets: Susan Strowger, Manuka.

Rowena James, Kowhai.

GYMNASTICS (SPORTS) Colours Reawarded: 2nd Time.

Kate Robins, Kowhai.

Pockets Reawarded: Margot Chaffey, Rimu.

Elizabeth Brown, Rata.

Pockets A warded: Rowena Little Kim Hutchinson, Manuka.

Maria Ngarimu, Konini.

TABLE TENNIS Pocket: Cushla Murchison,

Manuka.

BADMINTON Colours Reawarded: Janet Brimicornbe, Matipo.

Pockets A warded: Jane Reese, Rimu.

Virginia Wilson, Rirnu.

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NETBALL Wednesday The weather favoured the Wednesday Netballers this year with only two rounds having to be cancelled. Once again we entered six teams in the competition, along with two Third Form teams. Although none of the senior teams managed to win their sections, all teams participated well. Congratulations to the Third Form A team, who, with the help of their coaches, Jane Eddington and Nicki Hudson, won all their games.

Cranmer We entered four Cranmer teams in the Saturday competition this year.The A team was promoted to Senior Reserve where they gained third place in the competition. Congratulation to all the teams, especially the B team who won their section and went on to win both the quarter and semi-finals, but they lost the final by a small margin. Also congratulations to Katy Love, who was selected for the Canterbury under 17, and to Janet Scott and Margot Ferguson who were trailists for this team.

Quadrangular Tournament This year the tournament was held at Columba College, Dunedin, in perfect weather conditions. It was a very successful tournament for both the netball and hockey teams who won all their games. Many thanks to those who provided transport for the teams.

Scores-

Columba Craighead St Hilda 's

43-26 41-13 34-21

Abbotsleigh This year St Margaret's was visited by netball and hockey teams from Abbotsleigh, Sydney. They were billeted in Christchurch for three days, and during this time played matches against Rangi R uru and ourselves. Rangi R uru obtained a win after a hard-fought match, winning only by a small margin. In the afternoon Abbotsleigh played our A_ team in another well-played match, losing 19-24. We hope that such visits will continue in the future.

South Island Tournament The tournament this year was held at the Aorangi Courts, Timaru. Once again we raised a considerable amount of money to enable us to stay in motels.

Unfortunately we drew a very strong section, with Cashmere, three 1979 winners, and South Otago High School as our main rivals. We were unbeaten until we played Cashmere, a.gainst whom we obtained a 16-all draw. The following morning we met South Otago High School in a gruelling match, with the South Otago team obtaining the victory.

The team played some of their best games of the season during the tournament, the highlight being the well-deserved draw against Cashmere.

54-5 Scores - Timaru College 41-8 Pleasant Point 34-5 Timaru Girls 16-16 Cashmere 22-28 South Otago Many thanks to those who supported us both financially and vocally. We especially thank our coaches Miss Mangos, Mrs Simpson, Mrs Cronshaw, Mrs McGovern, Jane Eddington and Nicki Hudson for giving up their valuable time to coach our teams.

Best of luck for next season.

Nicola Power, Captain

SOFTBALL This year has been another successful season for softball. Again we entered four teams in the senior section and two in the third form grade. In spite of this year's' A' team being generally young and inexperienced, except for a few veterans, with Miss Mangos' excellent coaching we came second in the 'A' Grade. Congratulations to the C team who won their section.

Many thanks to our coaches Miss Mangos, Mrs Adams and Mrs Simonsen for giving up their valuable time to coach our teams.

Finally, special thanks to my vice-captain, Janet Scott, for her invaluable assistance.

Best of luck for future years, Nicola Power, Captain

SPORTS GYMNASTICS Although gymnastics seems to be lacking the popularity of previous years it is quite apparent that there is a lot of talent amongst those who have a genuine interest. This was proven at the Inter Secondary Schools Competition held at Cowles Stadium in August. A high standard was achieved by our competitors with very pleasing results.

During the third term we were able to perform a demon tration at the Parents' Evening; this included tumbling, vaulting and mini tramp. We were also scheduled to perform at the St Peter's Parish Fair but unfortunately, due to unfavourable weather conditions, this had to be cancelled.

This year we have been fortunate in having Miss Hollier coaching the Senior Gym Club. As a successful gymnastic competitor herself, she has been able to pass on many valuable hints and a lot of encouragement.

I would like to thank both Miss Mangos and Miss Hollier for their invaluable support and interest, as well as all those gymnasts who have contributed to making I980 a successful and enjoyable year.

Kate Robins (Captain)

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NETBALL Back Row (left to right): Angela Hampton, Katie Love, Maria Ngarimu.

Front Row: Margot Ferguson, Janet Scott, Claire Baker, Nicola Power (Capt), Jill Spooner, Kate Robins (V-Capt).

CRANMER 'B' NETBALL Back Row (left to right): Kathryn Batchelor, Liz Baker, Emma Purchas, Angela Hampton.

Front Row: Penny Ferguson, Wendy Cartridge (Capt), Mandy Hazlett, Maria Ngarimu.

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JUNIOR SCHOOL NETBALL Back Row (left to right): Anna Hall, Jayclene Mackie, Shirlene Lamb, Leandra Bickerstaffe.

Front Row: Lisa Nichols, Kate Robins, Vicki Miller, Nicola Power, Kim Wylie.

SOFTBALL Back Row (left to right): Rachel Burt, Tania Johnston, Annabel Carter, Sonya Diver.

Front Row: Maria Ngarimu, Penny Burn, Nicola Power (Capt), Janet Scott (V-Capt), Kage Robins.

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GYMNASTICS Back Row (left to right): Phyllida Hudson, Maria Ngarimu, Kate Robins (Captain), Vicky Williams.

Front Row: Rowena Little, Margot Chaffey, Elizabeth Brown, Kim Hutchinson (Vice-Captain).

MODERN GYM Back Row (left to right): Virginia Wilson, Anna Wilkonson, Karen Marriott, Centre Row: Susan Strowger.

Front Row: Sara Hope.

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Rowena James.

MODERN GYMNASTICS This year has been a very enjoyable year for the Modern Gym Club. A vast improvement has been noted in all the girls and the juniors have shown great promise.

I would like to congratualate everyone who participated in the Inter Secondary School Competition and especially those who gained placings.

Senior 3rd Sara Hope Intermediate 2nd Susan Strowger Junior I st Karen Marriott 2nd Anna Wilkinson As well as the competitions, during the year, six of our gymnasts, Rowena James, Susan Strowger, Nicola Vernon, Tania Spang, Rebecca Sinclair and myself accompanied a group of hockey players and sports gymnasts on the ten day visit to Sydney and Canberra. We all took part in a display and a gym workshop. All things considered this proved a tremendous success.

I would like to commend Rowena James and Susan Strowger for gaining their pockets in Modern Gym. I hope that these high standards may be maintained and that interest in Modern Gym may continue to flourish in the future.

Finally I would like to thank Miss Mangos, Miss Hollier, Ginny Wilson, my vice captain, and the other senior girls of the club for their help in preparing displays and assisting with the training of the beginners.

Sara Hope, Captain

HOCKEY The 1980 season has been a varied one. The enthusiasm of the girls has helped to improve the standard of play, and friendships have developed with our links across the Tasman.

The Wednesday matches were limited because of bad weather but the games were played with aggression and success.

Our thanks to Mrs Adams for her encouragement and help.

The Saturday competitions had their ups and downs. Confidence was lacking, but we gradually lifted our game, thanks mainly to Miss Morgan and her patience and perseverance. The standard of the B team has improved -congratulations.

When the Abbotsleigh girls played us in May, the ground was heavy, which made it difficult for them. However, they managed a 5-4 victory.

The Quad. was held at Columba College this year. In our first game against St. Hilda's we won 3-0. Next we defeated Columba 1-0. Finally we defeated Craighead in a tense battle against time, when we just managed to defeat them by one goal. Felicity Gardiner positioned herself at the right time, to flick the ball in.

We left for Australia on August I0th all excited about seeing Australia and meeting our friends from Abbotsleigh. The view from the Harbour bridge made us finally realise that we were in Sydney. The bus drove us to Abbotsleigh where we met our billets. On August 11th we played against the Abbotsleigh team, determined to win, but it was 26°C and a solid. field; these were to our disadvantage. However, we managed to draw 1-1. Next we played Pymble Ladies's College where we drew 1-1. The team had improved their play in the second game which made it more exciting. The next day we played Abbotsleigh's second Eleven again drawing.

On August 13th the St. Margaret's girls left Abbotsleigh early in the morning, destined for Canberra Grammar, although we wanted to stay in Sydney with our friends from Abbotsleigh. We arrived in Canberra late in the afternoon to see an organised and very tidy city. On August 15th we played against Canberra Grammar, once again drawing 0-0. The pressure was strong on both sides. On August 15th it was cold and raining heavily, and we were playing Griffith Catholic Girls; cancellations were considered but then dropped. Through our billets we heard that Griffith were rough and we had to be careful. We prepared ourselves and went in "boots and all", to win 10-0. Although we won by a high margin, Griffith never gave up.

This year's Secondary School Tournament was held at Christchurch. We gained third place in the finals. One of the most exciting games was against Avonside. Although we were beaten 1-0, the score was not a good indication of how the game was played. At this stage we had a united team, but it did not succeed in getting a goal.

There was a friendly atmosphere at the tournament. We have the Canterbury Women's Hockey Association to thank for this. Parents and other supporters were also a great help. Special thanks are due to Mrs Burtt (nee Vicki McGregor) who made it posible for the A Team to have the use of the St Albans Cricket Club rooms during the Secondary School Tournament.

Lorraine Rouse, Captain

LIFE-SAVING This year the three elementary awards were held at the school pool due to the Centennial pool closing early, and despite the cold temperatures and crowded conditions the pass rate was extremely high.

St. Margaret's again won the Peterson cup and Sir Henry Wigram Cup for the most awards ofall Canterbury schools.

The Monika Thacker team gained a commendable fifth place due to their enthusiasm and determination.

I would like to thank Mrs Webster for her excellent coaching and Miss Mangos who was at the pool everyday, helping the girls with their skills.

Lastly thank you to Wendy Cartridge for all her help. It is very encouraging to see lifesaving steadily increasing in popularity as a summer sport.

Angela Davidson, Captain

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HOCKEY Back Row (left to right): Tiffany Menzies, Penelope Day, Felicity Booth, Tania Jonston, Catherine Averil.

Middle Row: Rhonda Greenwood, Marianne Murray, Penelope Burn, Janine Duckworth.

Front Row: Joanna Brinkman, Jennifer Fisher, Lorraine Rouse, Felicity Gardiner, Rowena James.

CRANMER 'B' HOCKEY Back Row (left to right): Rachel Burt, Jane Howe, Kylie Jackson.

Middle Row: Sally Averill, Bridget Muir, Marianne Murray, Kathryn Jenkins.

Front Row: Angela Kerr, Lorrine Eggleston, Janine Duckworth (Capt), Virginia Owen, Sarah Tregear.

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LIFE SAVING Back Row (left to right): Jane Schneideman, Sally Averill, Wendy Cartridge, Penny Ferguson.

Front Row: Margot Ferguson, Catherine Averill, Angela Davidson (Captain), Janine Duckworth.

MONICA THACKER LIFE SAVING TEAM Back Row (left to right): Janine Duckworth, Margot Ferguson.

Front Row: Penny f:erguson, Sally Averill, Jane Schneideman.

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ATHLETICS We had many enthusiastic and talented athletes competing in the Senior School Athletics Sports this year. To the delight and the relief of the competitors and Physical Education staff, it was a fine day. Performances were of a very high standard, especially the performance of Rachel Burt who broke the javelin record with a very fine throw. Maria Ngarimu also broke a record in the intermediate shot put.

The A team took part in the South Island Secondary Schools' Competition which was held in Balclutha.

Performances there were also of a high standard. We will have a small team competing in the New Zealand Athletics Championships.

I would like to thank Penny Burn and the Physical Education staff for their continued help and support.

Philippa Townshend

Junior Champion: Runner-up: Intermediate Champions: Senior Champion: Runner-up:

N. Rowlett E. Purchas M. Ngarimu V. Owen P. Townshend P. Burn

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING This year, for the first time, the St Margaret's Cross Country Championships took place, thanks to the efforts of Mrs Jameson and Mr Summerlee. They were held in Hagley Park on the 5th June in very miserable weather, and although there were house points a warded for completing the course, the bad weather deterred many prospective runners. Mrs Jameson donated two magnificent cups, one for each section- the junior cup went to Heather Read (Form One) and the senior cup was won by myself.

Soon after the event, a team of twelve was chosen to travel up to Blenheim for the New Zealand Inter Secoqdary Schools Cross Country Championships. We stayed with the Elliot family who were very good to us. The weekend was very valuable and greatly enjoyed. Following this, a group of us ran in an inter-school competition at Burwood plantation and all finished very well.

This year the harrier club was a great success and I would like to thank the staff who accompanied groups running around Hagley Park, for without their help this system could not have gone ahead.

Finally, I would like to thank Mrs Jameson and the staff and parents who have helped us this year in many different ways.

I wish the Harrier Club all the best for next year, and I hope that the country sport continues to flourish at St Margaret's for many years to come.

Mary.Jane Powell

VOLLEYBALL I would like to thank Mrs And re for her patient coaching of the' A' and 'B' volleyball teams. Without her help the teams would never have reached their present standard.

The' A' and 'B' grades which we entered this year proved to be of a very high standard, but the games were enjoyed by all.

I hope volleyball will become a more popular sport in the senior school. There has been a pleasing turn out of younger girls who are keen to participate. I would also like to thank Mr Summerlee for his help in coaching.

Good luck for the 1981 season.

Angela Davidson

THE TRAMPING CLUB This year the tramping club, though keen and determined, suffered continual set-backs in the form of sport and exams, which interfered more than usual with our proposed excursions. Hence we were unable to make the usual use of the school Hut. However, we managed a trip to Cave Stream, then tried our luck on the St Andrew's adventure course.

Two weekend tramps were successfully undertaken and thoroughly enjoyed. The first was in late March and was chiefly an introduction for the sixth formers to the fascination and delights of Woolshed Hill and along Sudden Valley.

The second tramp was early in September, and because of the small numbers, we were able to make better use of the available transport. This enabled us to visit such places as Mt White and Arthur's Pass, where unfortuately we were yet again foiled from our purpose by strong winds and snow. Undeterred, we were still able to walk up to Temple Basin Skifield and enjoy several hours "tobogganing" on plastic bags - and other such strenuous activities.

I would like to thank Miss Begg for her endless help and enthusiastic support, Mrs Hasselman who also helped on the tramps, and my fellow members of the tramping committee, in particular the treasurer, Penelope Day, who with a considerable amount of pestering of Railways and Banks managed to keep the bank balance healthy.

Wendy Cartridge (President)

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ATHLETICS Back Row (left to right): Rosemary Gorton, Belinda Cuzens, Felicity Gardiner, Emma Purchas, Susan Strowger, Nicola Power, Ann Wilkinson, Janet Scott, Mandy Hazlett.

Middle Row: Alison Wrenn, Virginia Owen, Katy Love, Nicky Pattie, Rachel Burt, Jennifer Fisher, Angela Hampton, Lynn Kershaw.

Front Row: Maria Ngarimu, Mary-Jane Powell, Fiona Elliot, Phillipa Townshend (Capt), Penny Burn (Vice-Capt), Lyndie Foster, Vicky Kinley, Wendy Mellish, Kate Robins.

CROSS COUNTRY Back Row (left to right): Alison Wrenn, Lynley Goodwin, Catherine Elliott, Penelope Jagger, Sara Donaldson, Jacqueline Stewart.

Front Row: Michelle Hack, Sarah Tregear, Lyndie Foster, Mary-Jane Powell, Heather Read, Dea one Bartlett, Sarah Hill.

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VOLLEYBALL Back Row (left to right): Elizabeth Page, Cindy Rose, Tina Dow, Kathryn Barlow.

Front Row: Andrea McKee, Jessica Cunningham, Angela Davidson (Capt), Lynne Kershaw,

Liz Brown.

TRAMPING CLUB Left to right: Miss Begg, Jennifer Davie, Annabel Carter, Wendy Cartridge (Capt), Penelope

Day.

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BADMINTON With many enthusiastic players this year the eight positions for the two teams were quickly filled. Together with a few wins and a lot of fun, this year has proved to be very enjoyable. Badminton fitness has been introduced which I am sure is of benefit to all players.

The juniors once again showed their interest and ability in badminton. My congratulations to the eager players who challenged Rangi Ruru.

Two 'A' team members, Nicky Sparks and Belinda Rivers, entered a Canterbury Competition. Nicky succeed_ed in reaching the final of the plate event.

Finally I would like to thank Miss Mangos for all her help throughout the year, along with Mr Stossil, our coach, and Ginny Wilson, my vice-captain, for their unending support and help.

Janet Brimicomhe, (Captain)

TENNIS Tennis started well this year with St. Margaret's winning the Quadrangular Tournament for which we were the hosts.

The team played with great determination making this summer tournament a very successful one. We thank Miss Morgan, the umpires and all the others who ensured the smooth running of the tournament. The following week, Stephen Harley and Michael Mooney gave us a demonstration game, which was very encouraging for our up-and-coming tennis players.

During the third term inter-school matches began with great enthusiasm from the third formers who were always to be seen on the courts practising. In the Wednesday competition the 'A' team won all their games and also their section.

At the Annual Old Girls' Matches played during Founders' Weekend the Old Girls proved stronger, winning seven games to five.

Congratulations to Jane Howe who was selected for the National Squad, and to Lorelei Mason who was selected for the South Island Squad; both girls were also selected for the Canterbury Squad.

I would like to thank Miss Morgan who gave up her time to coach us during the season, and Miss Miller and Mrs Boyd who held after-school practices for the teams.

Good Luck for next year!

Angela Reese, Captain

SWIMMING The school sports were held on 12th of February. Thanks to the new pool cover the water was at a bearable level. No records were broken but a new race, 50 yards butterfly, was introduced, which proved to be a tough race.

Most of the competitors in the interschool sports made it to the finals which is pleasing considering the swimming standards of many schools.

This year St. Margaret's hosted the Quad. and after a close competition we were placed 2nd behind Rangi-Ruru.

Thank you to all the girls who coached juniors for their New Zealand Instructors Award and thanks to Miss Mangos, Miss Morgan and Miss Hollier for the time they spent in preparing the sports. I would also like to thank my deputy, Penny Burn, for all her hard work and support.

Angela Davidson, Captain

Senior Champions:

Angela Davidson (Rimu) Clare Aubrey (Manuka) Intermediate Champion: Maria Ngarimu (Konini) Junior Champion: Lyndie Foster (Konini)

TABLE TENNIS This year the interest in table tennis has become more prominent amongst the girls, with a considerable increase in the number of girls participating as members of Wednesday teams and also girls attending coaching during the lunch hours.

This year, as in the past, we entered two teams in the Wednesday competition, and although we cannot claim a position amongst the leaders we have enjoyed competing and meeting others with an interest in the sport.

I would like to thank all the girls who showed. enthusiasm and hope they will continue supporting and strengthening the club in future years.

Some of the credit must go to our coach and loyal supporter Mr Twidle without whom the club would have lost some of its spark.

Best of luck with the topspinning and the eradication of the lollipops.

Cush/a Murchison, Captain

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BADMINTON Back Row (left to right): Jane Reese, Virginia Wilson.

Front Row: Belinda Rivers, Janet Brimicombe (Capt), Nicola Sparks.

TENNIS Back Row (left to right): Lorelei Mason, Jane Howe.

Front Row: Felicity Gardiner, Angela Reese, Amanda

Hazlett.

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SWIMMING Back Row (left to right): Rowena Little, Emma Purchas, Lynn Meikle, Julie Robertson, Nicola Power.

Middle Row: Sally Averill, Katy Heyward, Kylie Jackson, Claire Aubrey, Juliana Forsyth.

Front Row: Jane Schneideman, Lyndie Foster, Maria Ngarimu, Angela Davidson (Captain), Penelope Burn (Vice-Captain), Angela Lill, Penny Ferguson.

TABLE TENNIS Left to right: Nicky Smith, Cushla Murchison (Capt), Lynley Brown, Sara Gilkison.

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THE NAMING OF THE JEAN CROSHER WING On November 21 st, a small open-air ceremony was held in front of the first classroom block which was built on our present school site.

During the ceremony the block was named Jean Crasher Wing, as it was during Miss Crasher's time as headmistress that St Margaret's moved from Cramner Square to Papanui Road, and first used these classrooms.

Miss Crasher was Headmistress of St Margaret's from 1949-1964. She is still teaching and is at present a part-time Biology teacher in Auckland.

'ANTIGONE' For the first time since 1977, it was decided that St Margaret's should have a production of its own. It was a coincidence that the play selected was by the same author as the play chosen for the Christ's College productionthe French dramatist, Jean Anouilh.

The success of the performances depended largely upon the portrayal of Antigone by Linda Hicks, who acted out her part to the full. Included·in the cast were two Christ's College boys who played the major male characters. The remainder of the small cast consisted of St Margaret's girls of varied ages.

The play was performed in the school hall where a three-sided stage had been erected using the sanctuary as a backdrop. The close proximity of the audience contributed to the intimacy between the audience and the actors, much to the discomfort of the latter.

Rehearsals began at the beginnirtg of the second term, and are remembered perhaps for the frozen hours spent huddling in front of a heater, coffee mug in one hand ~nd bedraggled script in the other. But all the hours spent at rehearsals were well rewarded by three successful performances.

Our sincere thanks must go to our producer, Mrs Handley, who devoted so much of her time to the production, and we hope that she has retained enough enthuasism to direct again in the future. Special mention must also go to Miss Begg who made an excellent job of the costuming. The cast would also like to thank all those who contributed to the finer details of the performances and our stage manager, Janet Scott, who was always on hand with a reassuring word and a spare script.

Rachel Green Gillian Spooner

ANTIGONE CAST: Chorus -

Belinda Austin Annabel Carter Antigone - Linda Hicks Nurse - Gillian Spooner lsmene - Janine Burford Haemon - Allan Matson Creon - Broughton Robertson

Page - Sally Hogan 1st Guard - Rachel Green 2nd Guard - Julianna Forsyth 3rd Guard - Tina Dow Messenger - Rowena James Eurydice - Julie Hodkinson

Lighting - Bryon Mann Costumes - Shona Begg Make up - Joan Batten Stage Manager - Janet Scott Front of house - Kay Adam Programme - Graham Sanders PRODUCER - Vivienne Handley

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'THE LARK' The Christ's College Dramatic Society selected 'The Lark' by Jean Anouilh for this year's presentation and St Margarets' girls were once again asked to participate.

Rehearsals began in earnest after the May holidays. These were often long and gruelling and in a hall (which was seldom heated) we were frequently numb with the cold, but even this did not spoil the companionship and enjoyment we ga-ined. Under the direction of Mr Bertram and Mr Bahlman, the play took shape.

There were five St Margaret's girls involved. Sue LeCren playing Agnes Sorel, the seductive and scheming mistress of the Dauphin, Charles. Maryanne Russell was the Young Queen, the resigned and tolerant wife of Charles. Queen Yolande, played by Melanie Styche, was the subtle but powerful force controlling Charles'actions. Debbie Judd, Joan's mother, was not at all sympathetic to Joan's beliefs, wishing only to prevent her "going off" with the soldiers. I played Joan, a complex mixture of naivety and head-strong determination, with the power to persuade not only soldiers but royalty and heads of state.

All our hard work culminated on the two nights of the performance when the characters suddenly came alive. Thanks must be extended to the wardrobe mistresses, make-up ladies, and the set construction and stage management teams for their efficiency and hard work. Their efforts helped bring a deeper understanding of the situation in which Joan was involved - the back drop, make up and vivid costumes made us feel totally involved. We experienced all the joy and depression which goes along with being a performer, and the thrill on the final nights more than compensated for all the hard work.

Kathryn Barlow

Charles (Rupert Ward) with his Queen (Mary Ann Russell, right) and his Mistress (Susan Le Cren, left).

Joan (Kathryn

Barlow) and .Joan's Mother (Deborah Judd).

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SANCTUARY NOTES Our first annual service is the Harvest Festival during which the symbolic products of the earth are traditionally carried to the altar by the form orderlies. The produce from the service this year was sent to the Parishes of St Michaels and St Barnabus, to Aged People's Welfare and to the City Mission. We are grateful to Miss Corder, Miss Mangos and Miss Emmerson for their assistance in preparing the hall for this annual occasion. It really did look like a harvest celebration.

The school has also sent donations to the Save The Children Fund, the Fijian Islands, the Community of the Sacred Name, and our sister school, St Margaret's in Nazareth.

Forty girls were confirmed in April this year. Confirmation classes were taken by Miss Emmerson and Mr Botting, and the service was conducted by Bishop Pyatt.

It was a great shock to the school to learn of Mr Batting's death; we will always remember him as a kind and understanding teacher and chaplain. St Margaret's girls formed a guard of honour at his funeral in the Cathedral, and I know we valued the privilege of doing so.

We have been fortunate in the number of visiting preachers, from a variety of occupations, who have come to St Margarets this year. The Dean preached at our Maundy Service and the Archbishop of Melanesia addressed us in the second term Our warmest thanks go to Rev. Brown and Rev. Wright for their assistance in school services over the last two terms. We couldn't have managed without them. Our daily assemblies have also been enlivened sometimes by a do-itourselves service organised by members of different classes.

My sincere thanks goes to Jackie Stewart, my Assistant Sacrestan and others who have helped me throughout this year. I would also like to express my thanks to Miss Emmerson.

Sara Donaldson, Sacrestan

SANCTUARY Left to right: Wendy Cartridge,

Sara Donaldson,

Jennifer Fisher, Jacqueline

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Stewart, Louise Adams.

PREFECTS 1980 Key:

T: F.P.: F.S.: C.F.: P: P.C.: P.D.: P.A.:

Louise Adams (Lou) Sly Grin T: F.P.: Writing dining room duty lists F.S.: O.K. Lucretia Borgia P.: C.F.: Has been refused for mo t jobs P.C.: Anything she can get P.D.: Educated bum P.A.: Matrons

Catherine Averill T: Eyes at half-mast F.P.: Planning Holidays F.S.: How's it going?

P: Cuddly Bear C.F.: "Durry" queen of Christchurch P.C.: B.Sc. P.D.: Warden of a nun's Rehabilitation P.A.: Hypochondriac

Trademark Favourite Pastime Favourite Saying Claim to Fame Prototype Proposed Career Probable Destiny Pet A version

Janet Brimicombe (Brimmy) T: Shirt hanging out F.P.: Sleeping in Chemistry triples F.S.: I feel sick P: Any famous badminton player C.F.: "I own a Fiat" P.C.: Profes ional bum P.D.: Professional bum P.A.: Schoolwork

Annabel Carter (Nana) Ladybirds T: F.P.: Frustrating People F.S.: Great greeble P: Bo Derek (?)

C.F.: Blonde hair - not out of a bottle P.C.: Doctor P.D.: Bareback rider P.A.: Janet

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Carron Cossens T: Hairless Legs F.P.: Falling off her bike in front of Christ's College F.S.: Sorry P: Bobby Fischer C.F.: Wearing summer uniform in winter and vice versa P.C.: Diplomat (Foreign Affairs) P.O.: Bookworm P.A.: People who don't clean the library

Nicola Cooper (Nikki) T: Bright Pink Jacket F.P.: Fainting F.S.: Rats! (accompanied by a click of the fingers) P: Twiggy C.F.: "My great-great-great-aunt Tossie's second cousin's first wife was the sister of Charles Dickens" P.C.: B.Com. P.O.: Tibetan Monk P.A.: Processed cheese

Jane Currie T: Red Honda 50 F.P.: Getting out of Riot Patrol (i.e. Assembly Duty) Opernicious Caitiff F.S.: P: Elizabeth I st Egyptian clarinetist C.F.: Nurse P.C.: 1st woman Prime Minister of New Zealand P.O.: Assembly P.A.:

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Jennifer Davie Smile T: F.P.: Tramping F.S.: Oh really!

P: Cheshire Cat C.F.: "Ode to Daphne" P.C.: Horticulture P.D.: Mother of umpteen-dozen P.A.: History

Janine Duckworth (Ducky) T: Duck feet F.P.: Duck shooting F.S.: No!!

P: Duck C.F.: Shot a Canadian goose whilst aiming for a duck P.C.: Doctor (Ducktor) P.D.: Absent minded professor P.A.: Cruelty to ducks

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Penelope Day (Nellie) T: Horns F.P.: Physics F.S.: You pack of abysmal degenerates!

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Jennifer Fisher (Jen) T: halo F.P.: Smashing glass tubing on zips F.S.: Lad! P: Hitler C.F.: Related to Isaac Newton P.C.: Engineer P.D.: Bunny girl P.A.: Physics

Nicola Powers (Nickers) T: Knickers F.P.: Eating F.S.: What's for tea?

P: Vasili Alexeev (minus fat) C.F.: Has won dog-trial cups P.C.: Teacher P.D.: Veteran netballer P.A.: Anything that's not food or a dog

Janet Scott (Scotty or Scott the Grott) T: Mess F.P.: Making a mess F.S.: "God, this room's a mess!"

P: Oscar (from Sesame Street) C.F.: Cramming for exams and once tidied her room Doctor P.C.: P.D.: Cleaning gutters Tidy rooms P.A.:

Kate Robins (Bahs) Wicked grin T: F.P.: Visiting her old lady (A. P. W.) F.S.: Where's Ferret-face?

P: Gnome C.F.: Being taller than a certain member of staff P.C.: P.E. teacher P.D.: Cookie-eating bambina driver P.A.: Ferrets

Rochelle Style (Roq) T: Hair Abortions F.P.: Cruising out for lunch F.S.: What Physics worksheet are you up to?

P: Unmarried French teachers C.F.: Family owns a Mercedes P.C.: French millionaire's wife P.D.: French millionaire's mistress P.A.: The Mercedes

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Penelope Day, Form 7

PREFECTS Back (left to right): Rochelle Style, Wendy Cartridge, Jane Currie, Catherine Averill, Louise Adams, Janet Brimicombe Middle: Janet Scott, Annabel Carter, Jennifer Davie, Penelope Day, Carron Cassens.

Front Row (left to right): Kate Robins, Nicola Cooper, Miss Emmerson, Jennifer Fisher, Janine Duckworth.

CHOIR Back Row (left to right): Amanda uttall, Janet Scott, Penelope Jaggar, Karen Small, Kathryn Barlow.

Middle Row: Janine Burford, Rachel Green, Jennifer Fisher, Rachel Burt.

Front Row: Margot Ferguson, Mary-Jane Powell, Miss Kerr, Tracy Sheat, Joanna Hadfield.

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MUSIC 1980 The Senior Choirs This year's programme for the Senior Choir had an unusual beginning. We were invited to sing the New Zealand anthem at Wilding Park for the opening of the Davis Cup Tennis Final. We were accompanied by the New Zealand Army Band and the event was televised nationwide.

On Sunday 23rd March, thirty girls joined members of the Christ's College Glee Club in a concert of works by Dr Vernon Griffiths, given on the occasion of his being honoured by the Composers' Association of New Zealand. We are proud that the school enjoys such a close association with this great man of New Zealand music. Also in March, a number of girls attended the annual Choral Workshop at Christchurch Teachers' College.

In the first term the Senior Choir led the Harvest Festival and Maundy Thursday services, and in the second term, The Direct Giving Service. They also sang a Choral Communion Service at St James' Riccarton on Palm Sunday and they have been invited to repeat this next year. The experience gained on such occasions is valuable, and we enjoy performing outside the school community to a wider audience.

At the end of the second term the Combined Colleges' Concert featured the Faure' 'Requiem' accompanied by the Christchurch Youth Orchestra.

During the second term Miss Kerr was on leave, studying at the Royal School of Church Music, and we are grateful to Mrs Jean White for taking her place.

Although our school choir has been affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music for many years, we have never taken advantage of the many benefits conferred by such an association. Miss Kerr brought back a lot of new music from their Publications Department, as well as an impressive medal labelled 'Head Choir Girl.' By common consent it was presented to Mary Jane Powell this year.

In the third term the Senior Choir sang at the Founders' Day Service, and there was a good choir attendance at the Old Girls' Communion Service the following morning. At the P.T.A. evening in November, they performed two unaccompanied English folk songs which were well received. The Carol Service this year was composed chiefly of congregational carols, because the early date of the service and the lateness of examinations cut down the rehearsal schedule considerably. However, many of these carols were enlivened by choir descants. Again this year, the service was recorded for broadcasting on Christmas Eve by Radio Rhema.

In the 'A Cappella' Choir enjoyment and hard work were combined to maintain the high standard set by its predecessors in its performances at the Vernon Griffiths concert and the P.T.A. Evening. They also sang very beautifully at the funeral, in April, of Tracey Reynolds, a recent old girl. For a concert during the visit of an Australian school, they shed their inhibitions and appeared in softball bloomers, boarders'shirts, red ties and striped socks to sing two policemen songs - complete with truncheons/ modern gym clubs. It is appropriate here to record our thanks to Julie Hodkinson who has ably accompanied them on occasions.

The Junior Choirs This year the fourth form social education groups were divided into choir and non-choir girls. This gave the fourth form choir an extra practice in school time and worked very well. As usual the fourth form choir provided the nucleus of the Confirmation choir. A new and successful venture this year took place during 'Block Week' in Term Ill, when the fourth form choir spent two afternoons singing at Parklands Hospital and Fernwood Foundation for the Blind. These occasions were enjoyed by both patients and girls . . T_he Third Form Choir showed.promise in a performance in assembly and practised a variety of unison and partsongs throughout the year.

Forms I and 11 sang in the annual Primary Schools' Festival and also appeared in assembly.

The Recorder Ensemble Now in its second year, this group has gone from strength to strength. The school bought a tenor recorder during the year and the P.T.A. has generously given us money to buy a bass recorder for next year. Our thanks go to Jennifer Pickering who has trained the players.

The Orchestra This has been a good year for the Combined Colleges' Orchestra of about thirty-six players. The woodwind and brass sections have been particularly energetic, and we are sorry to lose Jane Currie, whose skill as a clarinettist has been a great strength. What the strings have lacked in polish they have made up for in youth and enthusiasm. That some of these players are so young augurs well for the next few years.

In the first term, conducted by Miss Kerr, they gave 'Demonstration' concerts at both schools' assemblies. In the second term, under the baton of Mr Ellison, they performed at the Combined Colleges' Concert. Under both conductors they played again at St Margaret's in November.

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LIBRARY NOTES 1980 has been a year· of change. Our Head Librarian Mrs Smart, left in the 2nd term after seven years service to St Margaret's Library, and Mrs Chandler was appointed to the position in the third term.Mrs Colyer came at the beginning of the year as Assistant Librarian.

This year has also been a busy year. Over 350 new books have been acquired, as well as a set of encyclopedia donated by the P.T.A. and 33 books donated as a consequence of the display of books during the Parents' Evening. Earlier in the year the P.T.A. also donated listening posts and these have become increasingly popular; the selection of tapes which may be played in the library range from "Othello" to "Black Beauty" and the "The King's Singers".

As usual the highlight of the year was the Librarians' Evening which this year became more informal than usual with only Librarians and a few staff present. The evening was made by an entertaining speech by Mr P. Smart on "Women Writers in New Zealand", and reading of extracts from "Landfall."

The running of the library has been aided by the twelve seventh form and sixteen sixth form School Librarians, all of whom have appreciated the support of staff and parents.

I would like to thank all those who have become involved with the library, and especially my deputy, Catherine Averill.

Carron Cossens (Head Librarian)

LIBRARIANS Back Row (left to right): Jacqui Irwin, Nicola Cooper, Sally Ann Clark, Josephine Lohrey, Lynley Goodwin.

Third Row: Louise Adams, Jane Currie, Jennifer Fisher, Lorrine Eggleston, Sally Averill, Rowena James.

Second Row: C~shla Nisbet, Jane Gray, Janet S_cott, Penelope Jaggar, Margot Chaffey, Penelope Day, Joanne Stokes.

Front Row: Janine Duckworth, Cushla Murchison, Carron Cassens, (Head Librarian), Mrs Chandler: Miss Collier, Catherine Averill, Margot Ferguson.

Sitting: Penny Knowles, Tracy Sheat.

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ART ROOM NOTES This year has seen the continued growth of the art-room both in creativity and new developments.

Exhibitions of works from various local artists and some sixth and fourth formers were held in the school hall during the year, causing much interest from parents and friends of the school. Such displays revealed the talents of pupils and sought to make viewers realise the standard of work achieved within the school. Pupils' art and pottery was also on show at a Parents' Display evening in November.

Another innovative idea was to improve the art-room conditions so as to produce aesthetically pleasing surroundings for pupils, and plans to paint areas of the school with specially designed murals. But 1980 saw only the introduction of such ideas; hopefully next year will see such plans taken further.

If trends continue, 1981 should develop the art-room further and produce an atmosphere where creative talents are encouraged and used to their full extent.

Julia Chennells, 6H

CHESS Back Row (left to right): Rosemary Sandston, Karen Craigie, Tracy Livingston, Front Row: Prudence Scott, Carron Cossens, Dr Mann, Margot Button.

Lisa Atkinson.

CHESS NOTES It has been encouraging to see the Chess Club's growing membership over the year; no doubt due to the realisation that you don't have to be bright to play and enjoy chess. It is to be hoped that this sudden knowledge was not due to the Chess Captain's ability, but rather to the amount of campaigning carried out.

In spite of the lack of Senior Members, the Chess Team, comprising of Carron Cossens, Rosemary Sangston, Tracey Livingston, Karen Craigie, Lisa Atkinson, Prudence Scott and worthy reserves, has dumbfounded critics by achieving a well deserved fourth instead of the usual battle for last place. This success will surely be repeated and improved by next year's team.

Thanks must be given to Dr Mann for his training in Chess Strategy and also to Mr Twidle. I would also like to thank the parents who have provided transport and support.

Carron Cossens (Captain)

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CAREERS AND GUIDANCE, 1980 1980 has been an interesting year, with lots of new ideas and happenings in the Careers and Guidance area.

In April we held a most successful Careers Seminar, which involved over 20 visiting speakers from various occupations. The displays and audio-visual material used, helped to make many Careers more real to more than 300 parents and senior girls.

We have had talks on various Careers each Monday during the. year. They have included speakers from numerous occupations, as well as our annual visits from Mr D. McSweeney (Lincoln College), Mr T. McLiskey (Canterbury University) and the Teaching Recruitment Officers (Mr T. Nicholls and Mr J. Bromley).

Groups of senior girls have visited areas of interest at Christchurch Public Hospital (Physiotheraphy, Occupational Therapy, and Pathology Departments).

Mrs Diane Gabb was appointed as Guidance Counsellor this year, and she has enjoyed her first year at St Margaret's, getting to know staff and girls and dealing with their day to day problems.

Mrs Gabb and myself organised a Vocational Search at Sixth and Seventh Form level late in the second term. This has proved a most successful venture, through which girls can discover some answers to their Career choice of the future.

A record number of our 400 packets of information on various Careers have been borrowed by girls during the year, which shows that valuable use is being made of our good facilities at St Margaret's.

Robin Bradfield, Careers Adviser.

At the Careers Seminar Stephanie Roberts, a third year speech therapist has the goodwill of her audience.

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Y.M.C.A. CAMPS This year during the August holidays, five St Margaret's Girls joined the Y. M.C.A. 's camps for the intellectually and physically handicapped. Robyn Wilkinson and Chrys Horn departed for Kaiapoi camp while the Glentui camp was the venue for Melanie Styche, Jo Stokes and Belinda Allison.

The nervous and excited gathering at the Y.M.C.A. did nothing to raise our dubious spirits-for us it was a voyage· into the unknown. However the exceptional friendliness of our intellectually handicapped companions soon made us realise that the coming week could be enjoyable as well as enlightening.

The picturesque Glentui camp was the perfect base for our long walks, rifle shooting, and a mixture of sports, while the spacious hall was used for disco dancing and a highly amusing cabaret on the last evening.

However, as temporary parents, we soon realised that these people had very real problems in today's society; their behaviour could vary from loving to aggressive or tearful, but always demanding.

Our unconsciously superior attitude was shattered by the end of the week. We came to realise that if there was any difference between us at all it was not one of kind, but of degree.

Belinda A 1/ison, 6G

KAIKOURA This year I was fortunate enough to attend one of the Canterbury Science Teachers' Biology Field Trips to Kaikoura.

There were twenty pupils from a variety of schools in the Christchurch area, and we were accompanied by two biology teachers.

We departed from Boys' High at 5p.m. on Friday and by the time we reached Kaikoura we had become acquainted with the rest of our colleagues for the weekend.

Those who had come on the trip purely for enjoyment with no intention of working were soon to discover there was no room for slackers. On Saturday morning we rose at 5 a.m. to "work the tide." Each group of two selected an organism and made an extensive study of this particular plant or animal. I selected the tide pool shrimp, palaemon affinis. Having only the knowledge of the taste of shrimp in cocktails, I set out to discover all I could. The next two days were devoted to experimenting with my shrimps and going on organised trips to visit native forest, and seagull and seal colonies.

The trip was rounded off with each group giving a report of the organism it had studied. At the conclusion of these reports there was a mass clean up. We arrived back at Boys'high about 8 p.m. after an enjoyable but exhausting weekend.

I strongly recommend the e trips to anyone with a genuine interest in practical biology. The work is fun, the food is good, and the company unequalled.

Gillian Spooner

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THE CAREERS SEMINAR 2nd April, 1980 Visiting Speakers ACCOU

POLYTECHNIC COURSES -Mr J. Gavigan Architectural Draughting Liaison Officer Graphic Design Christchurch Polytechnic Electronic Data Processing Languages - Japanese Science Secretarial LINCOLN COLLEGE COURSES Degree and Diploma Courses Park Rangers Community Recreation Landscaping Field technology Farm secretarial Courses available without U.E.

BANKING -

RSI G Polytechnic

Rural Development and Extension Centre Lincoln Liaison Officer

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY -

PHYSIOTHERAPY

FORESTRY

Mr I. Currie Staff Training Officer Ashley Forest Miss S. Wright (Old Girl) Pharmacist. Ashburton Dr P. Milsom Intern, Princess Margaret Hospital

MEDICI

LAW-

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Miss R. Lawlor Occupational Therapist Christchurch Public Hospital

Assisted by students from Lincoln

Flight Lt. Panther and 2 assistants Armed Services Recruitment Officer

PHARMACY

Miss R. Wootton Head of Nursing Studies Miss Caukwell Matron, Princess Margaret Hospital

General

Mr D. McSweeney

ARMED SERVICES Army. Navy, Airforce

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Mr D. Straek .Accountant Mr G.F.J. Harris Business Development Officer. National Bank

TACY-

Miss J. Drake (Old Girl) Lawyer

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Miss W. Watson Physiotherapist.

Christchurch Public Hospital

RADIOGRAPHY

Mr P. Yielder Tutor, Radiography Dept.

Christchurch Public Hospital. assisted by students

TEACHING Secondary Primary Kindergarten Special courses Speech Therapy

Mr T. icholls Teaching Recruitment Officer Assisted by Miss S. Roberts (Old Girl)

SPORTS COUNCIL Back Row (left to right): Cushla Murchison, Lorraine Rouse, Felicity Gardiner, Penelope Burn, Margot Ferguson.

Front Row: Janet Brimicombe, Nicola Power, Angela Davidson, Janet Scott, Kate Robins.

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P.T.A. REPORT The above P.T.A. logo depicts our "money-making" man which has featured on all our newsletters this year.

According to our constitution money making is one of our objects - "to raise and expend funds". As well as this object the committee this year wanted to make it also a parent involvement and participation year. We have sent out Newsletters and notices during the year to keep you informed. The Questionnaire has involved more parents in the Library, Tuck Shop, and play production and this has been much appreciated. The Junior School has been landscaped without having to call upon a working bee, but there is work to be done again soon at the Mountain Hut and possibly the Junior Adve_nture Playground.

We have three General Meetings a year. In the first term Mr Elric Hooper from the Court Theatre spoke to us. It was an excellent evening (apart from the cold) and it was sad that more parents and sixth and seventh formers were not able to hear him. The second term meeting" Aspects of the School" was held at the end of the Mid-term break to suit Boarder parents. Miss Blair spoke and showed slides of the Mountain Hut and explained its history, and Mrs Hindin talked about the Remedial Reading. Despite the fact that our other two speakers - Mrs Gabb, the School Counsellor and Mr A. Rodgers, Chairman of the House and Grounds Committee, were both absent with 'flu, it was a most informative and enjoyable evening. The third term meeting is the Demonstration evening which at this stage we are still lQoking forward to. It is always an interesting and entertaining evening, and our thanks go to the staff for all the extra work that it involves.

The first of our money-raising and participation events was our "Light-Hearted" evening (which turned into a Marathon). The ladies' committee were most efficient (as they have been all year) and many thanks go to them for all their help with the dinner and during the evening, and also to the seventh form boarders. We are most grateful to the donors of the raffles and to the tremendous variety of "goodies" brought for the Auction. The Jumble Sale, due to your generous contribution of articles and the energetic helpers who sorted and priced them, was most successful and great fun. The Recipe Book is "out"and we thank all who contributed, and apologise to those who have mistakes in their recipes. We had a morning tea recently to thank all mothers who have helped so much during the year and also to promote next year's Fair and we hope this group will grow in numbers.

The Second-hand Clothes Shop is still a good source of income and we thank all parents who so generously donate clothes. Our other income is from the Annual Levy and with this, and money we raise, we are able to buy extra equipment for the school. This year we have bought an encylopedia for the Library, six over-head projectors and screens, twelve video-tapes, spotlights, and a microphone. More electrical equipment for the Hall is yet to come. We have also donated books for Remedial Reading and Mathematics, and the Junior Adventure Playground is to be drained and surfaced. We have bought a lens for the Art Department Camera and had formica desk tops built in the cubicles in Kilburn. We are most grateful for the donation of an electrical Blunger for the pottery room, which saves tremendous time and energy.

On behalf of all parents we have planted an evergreen magnolia at the South-West corner of the hockey field in memory of the Reverend Ian Botting.

We are looking into building formica-covered doors on all lockers in the Jean Crosher wing, and giving funds to the Music Department and to the Home Economics Department. A Colour Television Set is being purchased for the Boarding House. We are providing a large fire extinguisher and other fire safety items to up-grade the school hut.

This long list is only made possible through the generosity of the parents.

We would like to thank Miss Emmerson, staff and office staff for all their enthusiasm and help during the year. We thank the Old Girls also for their help and for advertising our activities in their newsletters. Finally, I am most grateful to the P.T.A. Commit.tee for their backing and support, and to our country members who travelled in for meetings.

Good luck for the 1981 Fair.

Lesley Weston.

INTER-SCHOOL SIXTH FORM BIOLOGY FIELD EXCURSIONS Craigieburn This year I had the opportunity of attending a biology field trip organised by the Canterbury Science Teachers' Association to the Craigieburn Forest Park. The weekend was attended by pupils from various Christchurch schools and provided an insight into the work of the N .Z. Forest Service, as well as an opportunity to meet people. The Forest Service not only provided us with accommodation but also a detailed explanation of their attempts to prevent erosion, especially where access roads to various skifields had been the cause. It was interesting to note that it is not the native beech that grows in this cold, windy climate, but species of pine trees from other parts of the world.

Time was also spent on recognising the various kinds of plants and trees, and on giving them their proper botanical names instead of the common names. At the end of the weekend a competition was held and the winner received a tin of spam for his efforts.

I would recommend this field trip to those who are interested in the work of the Forest Service and who want to know more about N.Z. forests.

Cush/a Murchison.

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THE BEGINNING Every twenty-five years Dunsandel comes alive. It is a resurrection reminiscent of "Brigadoon," although perhaps not quite as spectacular.

But, if the Jubilee function is a grand occasion it stands to reason that the Centennial celebration is four times as momentous.

Folk mow their lawns as smooth as bowling greens, clip their hedges, paint their fences and do the various other jobs they have been putting off until an occasion such as this. Committees and sub-committees and sub-sub-committees are formed and every one is involved. Or, nearly everyone.

John Gilbert, fifty-four, propped one eye open with an unsteady finger and felt his way to the bathroom to wake his face up. It took him a long time to jigsaw together an expression that would be suitable for an occasion such as this. He stuck on a locally made smile, one of rural friendliness, and tried to make his eyes twinkle. He rubbed his cheeks to make them look less sallow, and the finished mask was acceptable, if not handsome. But he knew that the locals would not be fooled. They would recognise the pale fellow standing apart - Johnny Gilbert, recently bereaved.

He had not liked Dunsandel Primary School when he was there. He was dull at his lessons and had few friends. He had left at the end of standard six to work on his father's farm. At the age of twenty-seven he had 111arriedGladys Trolove who could do all his communicating for him in her capacity of champion small-talker and resident gossip.

He wished that she was with him then as he stood in the crowd of five thousand, waiting for the parade to begin.

He squirmed a little at the watery appreciation of old ladies as the Combined Churches Float turtled past. "All very well, he thought, to be able to make old ladies cry when dressed up on the back of a float, but where were these churchy types when my Gladdy died?" He watched unimpressed as old Stuart Williams did appropriate things with hands and eyes as he pretended to marry an unenthusiastic teenage brother and sister, and Basil Matson played "O, Perfect Love," on a precariously balanced organ!

Later, at the official luncheon in the colossal marquee, he looked around for a face from his own decade. He tried to look approachable in the hope that some one would charge over and gush at him, and say how wonderful it was to see him after all these years. No one did, and he sat, indifferent while interminable speeches droned on.

Then, there was a tap on his shoulder, a shrill coo-ee in his ear, and he was looking up into the fat, beaming face of Miretta McGibbon, the girl across the aisle in Standard Three.

"How wonderful it is to see you after all these years," she said.

The rest of the day was very revealing for Johnny. He discovered as he wandered arm in arm with Miretta amongst the traction engines, that she had admired him since standard one, that she liked her men strong and silent, and that she was absolutely free for the next one hundred years.

As he approached home that evening Johnny thought how pleasant the neighbourhood was looking. He figured that Mr Chamberlain's roses would be in bloom in another week or so, and how nice that would be. As he walked up the garden path he noticed that the verandah needed repainting, and decided he'd better fix the swing in the walnut tree in case any of his young nieces or nephews came to call.

In his breast pocket a certain phone number with 'luv MM' on it was doing strange things to his heart beat.

And he thought, "this is the beginning."

Tracy Sheaf, 6Y.

THE ANTISEPTIC BOX They put me in an antiseptic box and some of them said, "Pull yourself together." And some of them said, "Mind over matter." And some of them said, "Relax, think things out."

They put me in the antiseptic box because I was too frightened and confused to stay out in the world. I couldn't cope with a knock at the door. I had become so tiny within myself that my own small children frightened me and stifled my senses until I couldn't communicate - not even to say, "Help me I can no longer cope."

So they put me in this antiseptic box to rest my troubled mind in dark, silent, solitude.

They left me bags of grapes and cherries and said, "We'll pop in again tomorrow and see how you're getting on." And they squeezed my hands and left. I knew what they were thinking and their thoughts echoed aggressively around the corridor. "Thank God I'm normal ... normal ... normal ... "came back to me again and again.

Experience told me that the world was divided into survivors and drowners. I put myself in the latter category, obviously. I mean, hadn't I already drowned? I had ceased to fight for air and had let myself be pulled down to the depths and agonies of total depression.

And depression is a vast and lonely ocean to drown in.

But now, in the tranquility of my antiseptic box I had time and space to regain my breath and cautiously ponder the gift of existence.

I thought how vulnerable I was - like a baby. I had rejected the idea of God long ago and so I couldn't look to his popular paternal non-existence for support. There was no mortal to give me counsel because, after all, we are all governed by the same dilemma. The world offers me only this refuge of white-wash, savlon, and bags of grapes and cherries. Well, thank you world. And where do I go from here?

Soon they will say "O.K., you've had your time. We let you off the merry-go-round for a rest, but it's time to get back on. Face the music. Make new friends. Join a club. The world's a wonderful place!"

Oh, how true, I thought. Looking out of the window of my antiseptic box I could see examples of its wonder everywhere. Yet I had no desire to be part of it. I wanted only to be an observer. I wanted to say to them all: "Don't analyse me! Don't rehabilitate me! Give me security. Wrap me up warm and hide me away."

But, "no, no, no" they said. "Nobody gets off that easily. We'll stand you up and march you back into the world if you don't stop this nonsense!"

And they gave me a pill and pushed the bowl of cherries a little closer.

This is a slow way of killing me, I thought, but extremely well organised.

And the walls of the antiseptic box edged inwards.

Tracy Sheat, 6Y.

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CORRIDOR CONVERSATION A shriek of raucous laughter filled the corridor, but was quickly swallowed up in the deafening chatter that typified the downstairs corridor at break.

"Did you hear the latest about ... ?"

"Who's learnt for their Bio. test?" " ... and did you get a load of her haircut?"

Numerous mouths chomped down upon a astonishing variety of foodstuffs, so occupied that one would imagine there would be a lull in the bombardment of words. Not so, for not even food has the power to prevent a teenage girl from continuing her incessant gossip.

"No thanks. I'm on a diet."

"Can l 've a bite. I'm starving."

Standing before my locker, piling folders into their niches and collecting books for the next lesson, I wonder what they could all be talking about. Every break for all the year I can recall the noise had equalled if not exceeded that now tearing at my ears.

'I hate .... " "Only two weeks, three days until the holidays."

As fragments of different conversations fall upon my ears it seems to me that the conversations around about are but strings of mispronounced words, ungrammatical sentences and ludicrous malapropisms.

"Can I lend your maths homework?"

"No one ever does nothing for me."

As each member of the circle has her say it becomes quite obvious that her associates are not listening to her chatter, despite the pearls of wisdom she may be dropping, but are listening, with anxious tongues, only for the moment when she will pause so they can sally forth with their own little titit of knowledge or opinion. " ... anyway Mum says I can't go. What'll I do?"

"I don't know, but anyway, you know that guy .... " Each and every girl it seems is an expert in the art of "corridor conversation." There are none or only very few of those so called "embarrassed silences" creeping into existence. No matter what the topic at hand each girl has a large number of views and opinions which simply 'have' to be expressed.

"Do you know what I think/ I reckon .... " Naturally with such an insignificant break it is necessary to hasten the chatter until it sounds similar to an L. P. played at forty-five speed. Even with an increase in speed such as this it is often unavoidable but to disregard the bell, which in these cases frequently fails even to quell the barrage of words and meaningless phrases which rebound off the disinterested ears of colleagues. Only the shouting of the teacher has an effect in initiating the closing of the conversations.

"The bell has gone. You girls should be on your way to class."

The conversations are replaced by valedictions shouted from one end of the corridor to the other.

"Have a nice time in French."

"Good luck with your Bio. test."

"See you at lunch."

A mass exodus and the corridor is left soaking in silence.

Gillian Spooner, 6T.

A FLOWER

DIFFERENT NEIGHBOURS

All winter long The seed waits for the spring To lift winter's heavy blanket.

Once free, The seed bursts forth into vigorous growth.

Green shoots appear from the depths of the soil, Day by day growing stronger, taller.

Buds appear and burst, Releasing their flowers So delicate and beautiful, That they transform the world completely Into one of serene tranquility.

A school friend who sits beside you is a neighbour, because if her desk was a house and your desk was a house you would be next door neighbours.

She might be nice, wanting to be friends, or be disagreeable and fight with you.

There are many different neighbours, nice ones, nosey ones, snobby ones, posh ones, copying ones, wanting ones, helping ones, ugly ones, funny ones there are so many you are lucky if you find a perfect one.

Dogs are neighbours because even if they don't talk they bark which is talking to them.

To me a neighbour is someone you can trust, and if you have a fight you forgive each other.

Why can't people wait, Be patient with others?

Give a chance, A person will produce many flowers.

But so often People are told to be quiet, Hurt with stupid remarks.

Is not the flower From the plant of patience Worth waiting for?

Annette Schwanen, Std. 4.

A BEAGLE PUPPY A beagle puppy Sleeps near the warm kitchen stove As she dreams of bones Tiffany Menzies, 6T.

Carolyn Wilson, JB.

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The Basis

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THE WIND

I HATE NOISE

See me, the wind, howl in anger, Blowing leaves around in frenzy Ripping round the buildings madly Trying to get in to stir the papers Looking for open widows, cracks, Somewhere, somehow there must be a gap.

I hate noise, The sound of people crying, The sound of someone shouting, The sound of dripping taps.

I hate the noise of clattering plates, or my brother - when he's talking to himself.

I hate the row of car-horns honking and noisy motorbikes tearing through the busy streets.

I hate the scream of my alarm clock in the morning.

I detest the muttering of the telly when I'm trying to get to sleep.

Can't I have some peace?

I leave the buildings, now, for washing Suspended on the line, so trusting Jeans and petticoats, socks and jerseys Pay them back, those silfy people, Locking doors and windows to me.

Leave the washing now, for people · Walking round clutching books so tightly Bending slightly, with their heads down, Silly, helpless, defenceless people!

Helen Simons, I.S. Rebecca Hall, 2T.

"DEER DEATHS" The beautiful, proud stag stood tall on the hillside, his red coat and the green surroundings making a perfect oil painting. His breath was foggy in the sharp morning air. Then suddenly he sensed something and stamped his hard cloven foot on the frozen ground making a dull thud. His head came up high and he seemed to be sniffing the air. He started to break into a run, then BANG! The splendid body buckled as the deer grunted then lurched to the ground. Dead, gone, finished. His life had been snuffed out unthinkingly like the candles in the sanctuary, but unlike those, unable to be lit again.

As the men and dogs ran over to the still form, shouting happily, victorious, and proud of their kill, I felt nauseated, but tried to kid myself that it was all right. I mean, everyone did it, it was a national pastime to kill deer for sport. They were a menace anyway, I consoled myself, they ate all those little trees and things and, and ... but it was no use. Sport from now on I decided to limit my sport to tennis. My dad came tramping over to me proudly bearing an antler. "Real beauty wasn't he?" I turned and was sick in the bushes.

Elizabeth Page, 6Y.

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AN EXTRAORDINARY PADDOCK In my Form One year my father worked at Campbell Park School, in the Lower Waitaki Valley, 4km from the Waitaki River in North Otago. This school is a residential school for disadvantaged boys from all over New Zealand. We lived in Campbell Park Village, 55km from Oamaru. My school was 20 miles away in a rural town, an hour away by bus.

Across the road from the greater part of the village is a dry sheep paddock with a water race on the southern side and Otekaike River on the northern side. Crossing the water race are two wooden bridges.

In the summer holidays I saw younger children in the paddock while my mother, my dog and I were picking lupins beside the road. I thought I might investigate, even though the paddock seemed quite ordinary. But.it turned out to be a very exciting area indeed, and fun too.

When I climbed over the fence, I saw tall red sorrel plants lining the banks of the water race. The sorrel plants were coverred with Bronze Beetles which had long black antennae a,nd a beautiful metallic sheen which made them· look like polished lumps of bronze.

The biggest surprises were the cicadas that were in the thistles. They weren't like the one inch long green cicadas in Wellington and Dunedin or the tame grey ones in Auckland. They were pale green and mostly females, and their call was different. Further down in the grass I found a greenish brown variety with a soft call and small in size. There were also turquoise ones (and a nice colour too!) which I thought were hybrids or mutations. I went along the sheeptracks to the gorse and broom bushes around the pylon and found a third species (melampsalla-campbelli) which could have been named after Campbell, an early inhabitant of the area. These were small, orange and black cicadas. To the northeast was the swamp with lots of gums around it. There was a fourth species of cicada, green and tiriy, living on the green (not dried) grass.

I found some quartz rocks with adult brown short horn grass-hoppers (you can catch these), and black Field crickets (you can't possibly catch these). Both species could have liked the heat of the rocks. In the Timothy-grass were nymphs of • both species.

I spent many days exploring the paddock. I found some rabbits, damsel flies, dragon flies, black and orange and Tasman lady-birds and bluish-black beetles with dangerous looking mandibles.

In the grass I lay and found Enys_butterflies, red and yellow admirals, New Zealand Little Blues and a species which I haven't identified. All were beautiful and fed on the nectar of flowers in the paddock and gorse and broom, as did the small native bees which I didn't ever get stung by. Also in the grass were fallen logs and huge lizards (about I ½ft long).

This scorched desert-like paddock was in fact a sanctuary for cicadas and other wildlife. I would like to go back and see if the paddock has changed. It is a place I have never forgotten and which, I hope, everyone is enjoying, not destroying.

Mary Browne, 4K.

THE TOM CAT The old tom cat down the alley strays He has no desire to mend his ways.

He enjoys his freedom more than most.

He's done plenty of things of which he can boast.

He's killed a rat, he's fought a dog, He's even tackled an old hedgehog.

"I'm the envy of all the town," He thinks to himself, as he scrounges around.

BOARDING The sun shone in the window On McPherson and her gang, Then the matron got her bell And it rang and rang and rang This brought from Miss McPherson's A steady flow of slang.

Julia Black 2T.

In came the warden, In came the cook, In came the matron, With her punishment

GROWING PAINS Respected by children yet too knowledgeable in the ways of the world, to be one ..

A mature child.

Patronised by adults And too inexperienced in the ways of the world to compete with them ...

An immature adult.

Caught in the riptide of life Between the ebb and flow.

Caught in the metamorphosis of life Between the grub and the butterfly ....

And yet they are called the best years of your )ife.

What of the years to come?

mouth

book.

"Gate her," said the waden, "Starve her," said the cook, "Go without your supper," Said the matron with the book.

Out sauntered the warden, Out waddled the cook, Out marched the matron With her punishment book.

"Damn!" said McPherson, "Hell!" said Scott.

"Why don't you shut up?"

Said all the other lot.

Jacqueline Irwin, 6G.

Emily Gerard, 3K.

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SOLDIER

SO BORED!

He used to believe in fairytales, that love was universal adults faultless and that Jesus was alive and loved him.

So he used to believe.

Now he is older, mature and secure in self-knowledge.

He knows that there is hate in the world, fairytales are propaganda "spiels" and Jesus merely an expletive.

Even so, sometimes when he pulls the trigger he remembers childhood beliefs and hopes his victim will stop playing dead, this time.

I am so bored I have pins and needles all over because I have been sitting still too long.

I am so bored that the hairs on my head have gone grey.

I am so bored my face has wilted and turned white.

I am so bored my knees creak when I move because they have gone rusty from disuse.

But I am so bored because I have nothing to do!

A lice Oborne, 3K.

ANITA Muscles that ripple in the sun And legs that tuck under her stomach She bounds across the field Looking for me.

Her ears are straight as biscuits And her nose quivers like a mouse As she skips across the tennis courts Looking for me.

She is like a river that gets swifter And bolder and stronger and longer Her eyes are darting backwards and forwards Looking for me.

Carron Cossens, 7.

AESTHETICALLY

IT YUCKY IS!

Like Joseph's many coloured coat, A many splendoured thing, Like a castle minus moat, The Molly Mullan Wing.

Suddenly she stands quite still And lifts one leg in pleasure.

With pleading eyes she stares at me With a hopeful look she sighs, For she knows I won't be cross.

She's found what she's been looking for, The thing that makes her happy IS M E. Belinda Cuzens, 3K.

Who to blame for this, we quiz, Our phantom painter's folly, Aesthetically it yucky is, (No reflection on dear Molly).

MASQUERADE

And over night a new surprise Which caused a lot of talk, A zillion signs confront our eyes, Like on a nature walk.

See all those happy people Laughing falsely In the street Talking In their "friendly" slang So as "to fit" Yet never getting close Aware that they might "Touch" Yet pretending to be Open ... ... Confiding Genial ...

But see them Smiling Blank smiles From goldfish staring Eyes That betray "The Saturated Heart" "The Chewed Emotions" "Trodden Spirit" And when Nobody sees, Nobody cares.

So Nobody Knows And Everybody Is safe.

For no-one will penetrate The smarting Hurt Which left, Festers, And Never Dies.

Pointing out the scenic parts, Like staff room, office, hall, Aesthetically these yucky are, And best not seen at all.

The nucleus of culture here ls our beloved hall, Where sports, drama, song and prayer Bring pleasure to us all.

We do not mind the cold, grey blocks, The draughts, the leaks, the gloom, The ceiling textured by many knocks, Like the surface of the moon.

Cheerfully we gather there, Of worship to partake, Don't cough, don't squirm, don't grin, just bear And you'll get a longer break.

For aesthetes like ourselves, it's true, St Margaret's is the pits, But we have to say, though very few, There are some pleasing bits.

Kilburn house has great appeal, For those not stuck inside, It's charming gabled roof, we feel, Deserves aesthetic pride.

The walnut tree is a candidate For we aesthetes' applause, It and the beech almost compensate, For the concrete block eyesores.

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Jane Gray, 6H.

RENDEZVOUS

BIRD

The night and I had a rendezvous Down by the sea.

Just the darkness and me Locked in an embrace Alone ... together.

And into the solitude of our intimate companionship An interloper seeped To share the joy.

But the sun, in just being present, Annihilated my lover, my confidant Unthinkingly.

It flew in on a sunbeam, and rode it to the rafters.

There it perched in the ancient dust an animated ball of grey-green.

Curiously it cocked its head, this way and that, Then fluttered down, inspecting, Alighting on the cornbins and the wheatsacks.

In pure ecstasy it crossed the barn In soundless swoops swiriing in the dust eddies, flitting through the shadows, chirruping in glee, Its little twig-legs pulled up tight And once more it rode the sunbeam to high above the floor.

Jacqueline Irwin, 6G.

0, CITY Streets running riot Through the roofs That are as scabs Over a festering wound.

Cars like so many Inconsequential bloodcells Ooze through the thoroughfares On their inconsequential missions.

Run on, streets Ooze on, cars Thrive on, city.

Then the breeze stirred, And the barn shuddered as the door slammed shut.

All night the little bird sat, Alone and frightened High upon a rafter.

Jacqueline Irwin, 6G.

Morning came, fresh and warm, A golden ray crept through the window and stroked the tiny form.

It moved and opened its eyes, blinked, and stretched its wings, seeing the fresh day through the clearness.

It launched itself towards the light straight and fast.

Joy swelled in its breast as it swooped down, It opened its tiny bill to burst into· happy song, and smashed into the cold hard glass.

The little bird dropped lifeless back to dust.

Outside the birds began to sing

EYES! Eyes are the seers of all right and wrong, good and bad.

The most reliable witnesses belonging to the most unreliable people.

They recognise and ignore, perceive and acknowledge, deceive and destroy!

Looking through eyes of love, her elation is boundless.

Looking through eyes of jealousy, her heart is broken.

Looking through eyes of hate, her life is shattered.

Looking through eyes of enthusiasm, she sees the world.

Looking through eyes of acceptance, her wisdom grows.

With eyes tired by the passage of years, she awaits a new beginning.

Anne Seymour, 6G.

Felicity Caird, 6T.

THE CLOWN In every clown, lurks a tragic figure - a person unknown to all outsiders, a person hidden under paint and costume, detached completely from his outside image.

His smile camouflages any deeper emotions that he may have. His clumsy antics bring him on-ly jeers and laughter. Yet his doleful eyes betray a sense of melancholy pathos, that illuminates the sadness that mounts within him.

A clown has many friends, so it is said, but he is lonely. His self is hidden. No one knows him - he is a stranger to himself.

His unseen tears fall from a weeping heart and no one can comfort him. No one knows of his burden of grief. No one can share it with him. So he is the true clown! - he has fooled everyone. He can make them laugh and he can laugh with them, when he, himself, can only cry within.

INTROVERSION I'm always there, only a step behind the rest.

Always the passive participant, never the active.

My only contribution, a thought, remains silent, unvoiced.

Sometimes despairing, I wish for the confidence to become the active participant, not the passive, wanting to make my contribution, to join in, participate!

Jane Gray 6H.

Nicola Daniels, 6T.

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SOLILIOQUY ON A HEADSTONE

THE APOLOGY

It wasn't cold But he said it was, and I didn't argue.

Then we went out to the dairy.

You wanted to tell me about the darkness, but I didn't want to hear.

You wanted to stroke the contours of my face, but I drew a way from the touch of your hand.

Next time he was in the coroner's office And they said, "Is it him?"

It didn't look like anything But I saw the ring in its finger and I said,

We could still have played the game, me the leader you the led, But the game was too real.

I couldn't pick you up when you fell And laugh when I wanted to cry.

"Yes" They said it was a goods-train, And the funeral wasn't touching.

In his little brown box he was hugged By the warm brown earth.

Then I walked in the green park.

It drizzled and everything turned grey.

The wind came.

He would have commented on the cold He enjoyed it.

And then I thought, "I'm getting morose."

So I stopped thinking.

I weaved between the trees Then I wove between the graves And they looked lived in.

They had lichen and moss and tough grass.

Beside them his looked bare He was a newcomer His grave cold and stark.

It rained And I cried.

You said, 'Be my eyes, Sarah, be my eyes' But you frightened me with your wild looks and fumbling hands.

Your movements were so ugly, not like a dancer.

We were going to be dancers when we grew up, remember?

Remember the magic days, We ran and laughed through long summers together, we were so busy, We were princesses threatened by dragons Mermaids luring sailors, You were best at that 'cos your hair was long and golden, You looked like a real Mermaid, combing and singing, sitting on a rock.

Tracey Osborne, 7.

ENIGMA We didn't know but thought we did.

We spoke lies through the entanglement of our minds, and his thoughts cut like a knife through the jungle of words.

Our dreams wrestled and mine dispersed in the "wind like the leaves from the maple in front of the house.

His promises dripped like blood from a shallow wound.

Then our words fought and died silently on the road.

Then one day you couldn't see the sun anymore, - your deep blue eyes as useless as a doll's.

They cut your hair, more convenient short, and you no longer looked like a Mermaid.

I did love you Jane.

I didn't tell you, did I? I wanted to help you but it was too hard, please understand.

I'm sorry, I didn't wait for you.

I lived and lived all around you, I danced and played magic in the sunshine, with other friends.

I'd say to them, 'This is Jane, She's blind' and leave you to your windowless hell I didn't want to see your tears.

Tracey Osborne, Form 7.

THE SEA SHORE The sea is grey With tiny wrinkles Like an unironed skirt, Waves fraying at the edges Like unsewn material.

The beach is covered with little pebbles, And footprints lead off into the distance.

I lived you when we shared the light, I couldn't understand your darkness, no moon, no stars, There was always a source of light at my fingertips, And I couldn't accept your clumsiness Jane.

We were going to be dancers, remember?

A lice Oborne, JK.

Tracy Sheat, 6Y.

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THE FISH TANK

DUST

His old, trembling legs carried him from the car to the ornate, coiled iron gates of the rest home.

He did not see that Spring had come to the garden, that the glowing flowers were welcoming him to a new life; strange, frightening, overwhelming.

His loneliness consumed him.

Through the solitary beam of light, The filtered stream of transparent day, Dust is transformed into a glorious mosaic Of colours, and shapes and illusions.

A lone particle, one moment clearly displayed.

A jewel, shining radiantly - twisting and turning.

And in the blink of an eye It has disappeared back through the beam Into the invisible world of shadow.

The front door opened slowly, the cheeriness within contrasted sharply with his inner turmoil.

A kindly voice chattered soothingly, her face concerned and understanding.

With a neat, assuring walk, the nurse guided him to his room, his home, his refuge, his world secure.

In a haze of misery his eyes hovered upon a fish tank.

Each individual Invariably moving, Always present, Molecule of dust, If alone, is lost in the overwhelming volume of space.

But in their numbers they are strong.

They rise and dominate and overcome, The dark shadowy corners and ancient dwellings Carpeting and choking them, in A smooth suffocating blanket, Only to be distorted and disturbed by the slightest Gust of wind.

Alone it stood, mysterious and dominant.

The greenish water rippled against the panes of glass.

The myriad-coloured fish of many shapes and sizes darted in amongst the shells and gravel in aimless procession.

The vacant eyes of its inhabitants stared back at him.

Through

the

In the city, Dust signifies only dirt and filth, Damping the hurry-scurry contingency, Clogging, encrusting, griming.

In the country, Dust brings warning of a wind to come Or drought and famine and Remorseless Unrelenting heat.

It suggests a land not thriving but striving to live.

endless

cycle of sleeping, eating and contemplation he would gaze at it, as if hypnotised by movement and colour.

He was like a fish; they were trapped in glass; he was trapped by his age.

Yet he had his memories which gave solace & comfort replacing his anguish.

Weeks became months, as the seasons changed.

And each night as he took off his slippers he whispered "Oh Amy, the greatest gift I ever gave you was to survive you."

Dust, the basis of all, can symbolise life, But just as readily mean death.

Margot Chaffey, 6H.

Kathryn Barlow

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ST. MARGARET'S COLLEGE OLD GIRLS' ASSOCIATION OFFICERS OF THE ASSOCIATION 1980/81 Patron: Miss A.J. Emmerson Hon. Vice Presidents: Mrs M. Seager, Mrs M. Scott, Mrs N. Smith Imm. Past Pres: Mrs J. Babington President: Mrs S. Cronshaw Vice Presidents: Mrs A. Fox, Mrs A. Hall Sec/Treas: Mrs R. Brown Committee: Mesdames V. Averill, A. Bullen, S. Carrell, M. Gurnsey, C. Jennings, M. Matheson, D. Miller, H. Pickering, Misses S. Cartridge, J. Newton.

Country Representatives: Mrs B. Chambers, Mrs P. Rivers Armagh Circle: Mrs K. Cocks Convenor, Mrs H.R. Lake Assist.

Cranmer Squares: Mrs M. Wagner

ANNUAL REPORT It is with pleasure that I present the Annual Report and Balance Sheet for the year ending 31 st August, I 980.

Sue Cronshaw as Senior Vice President, and I have had a busy and interesting year as your representatives on the Board.

The Annual Starry Shield tennis match was the first function on this year's calendar. Our team was runner-up to St. Andrews College. The Cranmer Squares Luncheon and the Golf Match were held in March and were much enjoyed by those present. Miss Corder kindly consented to be guest speaker at the morning tea in June. She gave a fascinating account of her visit, with Miss Mullan, to India. The Bridge Luncheon was its customary success. This function is enjoyed by those who work in the kitchen as much as th<; players. We feel it is a valuable means of communication between Rangi and St. Margaret's.

It was a great disappointment to the committee that we were forced to cancel the Ball scheduled for August. A few keen young people were enthusiastic and purchased tickets early but by five days before the Ball, we were left with no other course of action but to cancel. We had not sold nearly enough tickets to make it a success, socially or financially.

I think the most memorable event this year must surely be Mrs Young's 90th birthday. Sue Cronshaw, Ruth Brown, and I visited her amidst masses of flowers, cards and messages from all over New Zealand and other parts of the world.

The O.G.A. gave a $200.00 donation to the Endowment Fund to mark the occasion. We have also donated two mobile over-bed tables to the Kilburn House sick bay as a continuation of our effort to refurbish these rooms.

As my term of office comes to an end I feel an overwhelming gratitude, firstly, for many friends made during my years on the committee, and secondly, for the willing help of so many people who, of necessity, remain nameless.

Those whom I must mention are Ruth Brown in the newly combined position of Secretary/Treasurer.

This has proved to be a most satisfactory working arrangement and you will see by the Balance Sheet, that we· are still solvent, having made this a salaried position. Sue Cronshaw helped me greatly and I wish her a happy and successful term as your President. I know you will give her your loyal support.

Thank you also, Miss Emmerson, and many other people at School, and Mr Mervyn Vile, Hon. Auditor, for the time and advice so willingly given.

May the Old GirJs' Association go from strength to strength.

Jenny Babington, President

NEWS FROM THE BRANCHES AUCKLAND Our mid-winter Dinner on June 6th was attended by 54 Old Girls and husbands, and once again our thanks to Committee member Alison Macfarlane who made her home available to us. Due to various other commitments of Committee members the Luncheon has been postponed. We will be suggesting it as a summer function early in 1981.

Liz Winstone, Secretary

DUNEDIN/OTA GO It has been a pleasant year and we have welcomed three new members, Barbara Hartnell (Henderson), Mary McNab (Thomas) and Patricia Wornall (Greenwood). They attended functions with their husbands, which was gratifying as our numbers were becoming rather thin.

The Christmas Party was hosted by Don and Barbara Green (Richards), and although smaller than usual, was thoroughly enjoyed by all those who did attend.

The A.G. M. was held at the President's home on April 30th. After the business meeting Barbara Cave told us about her trip as New Zealand Representative at the Toronto Garden Club Flower Show.

Jenny and Darrell Daish lent their lovely home for the Annual Dinner, attended by husbands as well, and all agreed that having outside caterers in a private home combined the best of both worlds.

Miss Emmerson joined several of us for a cup of tea one Sunday afternoon when she visited Dunedin for the Quadrangular Tournament in June. We all enjoyed meeting her and being brought up to date with events at school.

Bridget Russell, Secretary

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TIMARU St. Margaret's Day was celebrated with a service combined with St. Hilda 's Old Girls, in St. Mary's Chapel, Timaru, after which the Annual Meeting was held. This was very short and luncheon followed at Cobb & Co. In June the Branch held an enjoyable informal evening at the home of Mary Hampton to meet Miss Emmerson.

Parents and prospective parents were invited also and everyone was interested in hearing Miss Emmerson 's account of School affairs.

The Branch's sympathy goes to Davina Barton (Taylor) and her husband in the tragic death of their little son.

Joy Simmons, Secretary

WELLINGTON Our only event during the winter months in the Capital City was the annual luncheon held in the Bledisloe Room of Wakefield House. This was attended by about twenty Old Girls, many of who_m work in the City. However, with the promise of Spring and better weather we have several events planned - A Peruvian Evening when we plan to see Alison Williamson's slides of Peru on Thursday I 8th September.

Our Annual Dinner will this year be held at the home of Judette Maitland on Monday 10th November, and on St. Margaret's Day we plan to attend Evensong at the Cathedral followed by supper at Elizabeth Kearton's home in Wadestown.

Barbara Cox, Secretary

NELSON CRANMER GROUP Ten Cranmer Old Girls now living in Nelson met at a Luncheon at Hotel Nelson in May before Mavis Sutherland (Claughton) ex Staff, left for an overseas trip. There have been other small functions in private homes also, during the year.

Several Old Girls meet at Holy Communion at Bishopdale Service once a month.

We are hoping to reactivate the Nelson Branch as there seem to be quite a number of members living in the area now.

Joanna Maze (Martin), 7 King Street has agreed to act as contact in the meantime.

HOUSE CAPTAINS Back Row (left to right): Carron Cossens, Nicola Power, Angela Reese, Phillipa Townshend, Janine Duckworth.

Front Row: Kim Hutchinson, Penelope Day, Angela Davidson, Felicity Booth, Catherine Averill, Kate Robins.

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SKI TEAM Back Row (left to right): Katie Heyward, Margot Alexander, Nicola Smith.

Front Row: Jane Schneideman, Mrs Bain. Amanda Vryenhoek, Marianne Steel.

SCHOOL COUNCIL THIRD TERM Back Row (left to right): Heather Shipston, Tania Johnston, Anthea Fahey, Julia Purchas, Felicity Booth, Joanna Le Cren.

Middle Row: Marjorie Russell, Virginia Owen, Mandy Hazlett, Janet Scott, Elizabeth Turnbull, Rachel Hellewell, Elizabeth Styles.

Front Row: Helen Pain, Victoria Templeton, Sarah Nuttall, Rochelle Style, Penelope Day, Chrys Horn, Laura Adshed, Emma Gough.

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PRIZE LIST

Standard 1 Class: Sarah Currie Divinity: Sarah Kenna Class: Susan Marshall Progress: Carley Rhodes

Standard 3 Divinity: Vicki Palmer Progress: Ingrid Taylor Class: Emily Templeton Class: Lisa Woolridge

Standard 2 Class: Catherine Gosset Class: Justine Image Divinity: Rebecca Nickless Progress: Kerri Sutton Class: Jennifer Wells

Standard 4 Class: Emma-Jane Berry Class: Deborah Downs Class: Katherine Gin Divinity: Anna Kyle Progress: Justine Smith

FORM ONE FORM 1B

Helen Pain Nicola Weld Carolyn Wilson Merryn Winnicott

Form Prize Divinity Prize Progress Prize Form Prize

FORM IS

Rebecca Coils Susan Fisher Ngaio Lewis Lisa O'Brien

Form Prize Divinity Prize Form Prize Progress Prize

FORM 2T

Julia Black Jane Cunningham Melissa van Duiven Maxine Elliott Jaydene Mackie

FORM 3A

Catherine Barker Rachel Hellewell Jan McCormick Emma Purchas

Form Prize Form Prize Progress Prize Divinity Prize

FORM 3B

Rosemary Cartwright Lisa Henderson Karen Marriott

Form Prize Form Prize Form Prize and Divinity Prize

FORM 3K

Laura Adshead Emma Chapman Emily Gerard Christine Lay Shelley Spang Anna Wilding

Form Prize Progress Prize Grade I Theory Prize Divinity Prize Form Prize: Myers' Cup Junior Section Grade 3 Theory Prize

FORM 3S

Geraldine Baker Susan Mortensen Jane Williams

Form Prize Progress Prize Form Prize

FORM TWO Ballantyne Essay Prize Form Prize Form Prize Form Prize Divinity Prize

FORM THREE

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FORM FOUR FORM 4F

Katherine Love Jocelyn Lowe Emma Sullivan

Form Prize Form Prize Divinity Prize

FORM 4K

Kathryn Hunt Prudence Scott Tonia Spang

Form Prize Form Prize Form Prize; Myers' Cup Intermediate Section Divinity Prize

Elizabeth Baker

FORM 4P

Stephanie Cooper

Form Prize; Divinity Prize; Grade 2 Theory Prize Form Prize Swimming Colours Divinity Prize Progress Prize Progress Prize

Rowena Little ~aria Ngarimu Elizabeth Parry Jennings Susan Peryer Wendy Sealey

FORM FIVE FORM SA

Felicity Field Linda Hicks Jane Howe Sharyn Mackie Lorraine Rouse Susan Strowger Kate Weston

Whitcoulls Divinity Prize Corder Drama Cup Tennis Colours Form Prize Hockey Colours Form Prize: Major Levy History Cup Form Prize

FORM SB

Caroline Davie Lorelei Mason Margaret Morris Stephanie Morrison Bridget Muir Amanda uttall

Progress Prize Tennis Colours Grade 4 Theory Prize Grade 5 Theory Prize Form Prize Form Prize

FORM SC

Tracy Livingstone Jane Mackenzie

Form Prize Form Prize

FORM SJ

Catherine Ashby Bridget Broom Lesley Hawkins Nicola Pattie

Form Prize Form Prize Clothing Cup Divinity Prize

FORM SIX Margot Alexander

Edgar Art Cup; Life Saving Colours

Belinda Allison

Penney History Cup

Claire Baker

etball Colours

Kathryn Barlow

Corder Drama Cup

Felicity Booth

Life Saving Colours

Penelope Burn

Form Prize; Athletics, Life Saving and Softball Colours; Marlene Bell Award

Julia Chennells

Myers' Cup for Public Speaking

. Margot Ferguson

Netball and Life Saving Colours

Felicity Gardiner

Hockey Colours

Jane Gray

Form Prize; MacGibbon Marlene Bell Award

Rachel Green

Wendy Nichols Cup for Most Helpful Boarder not a Prefect

Joanna

Form Prize

Hadfield

Julie Hodkinson

Biology Cup; Waltenberg

Languages Cup;

Form Prize; Duff School Certificate Latin Cup; Classical Studies Prize; Accounting Prize

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Sara Hope

O.G.A. Art Cup: Modern Gymnastics Colours: Mackintosh Gymnastics

Chrys Horn

Form Prize: Maths. Prize: Mann Physics Prize

Jacqueline

Irwin

Award for

Form Prize

Deborah Judd

Alabaster Home Economics Cup

Elizabeth page

Form Prize

Hermione Rees

Bealey Gallery Prize for General Excellence in Art

Angela Reese

Tennis Colours

Ann Seymour

Form Prize: Mills Geography Cup

Gillian Spooner

Form Prize: Hindin English Prize: Netball Colours

Tracey Sheat

Edwards' Cup for Original English

Catherine Averill

Stock Geography Cup

Janet Brimicombe

Badminton Colours

Annabel Carter

Form Prize: Softball Colours

Nicola Cooper

Economics Prize

Carron Cossens

Form Prize; Roy Smith History Cup

Jane Currie

Martin Music Cup: Cooper Debating Cup: Miss Tutill's Divinity Prize

Angela Davidson

Swimming and Life Saving Colours

Sara Donaldson

Thacker Sacristan's Cup

Janine Duckworth

Life Saving Colours

Jennifer Fisher

Form Prize: Hoy Mathematics Cup: Applied Mathematics Prize; Jenner Wales Physics Prize; Corsbie Chemistry Cup: Hockey Colours

Mary-Jane

Form Prize; Stokes Music Cup: Austin Biology Cup

FORM SEVEN

Powell

Nicola Power

Netball and Softball Colours

Kate Robins

Netball and Sports Gymnastics Colours

Janet Scott

Netball and Softball Colours

Jacqueline

Stewart

Thacker Sacristan's Cup

Rochelle Style

Form Prize: Larcombe French Cup: Storry Essay Cup: W.O.G.A. English Cup endowed by an Old Girl, Mrs I.A. Williamson

Philippa Townshend

Athletics Colours

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AWARDS FOR SERVICE AND SCHOLARSHIP. MOLLIE PRIZE

COPPER

CUP FOR SERVICE

FOR HEAD OF BOARD!

THE ST. MARGARET'S

TO SPORT:

icola Power

G HOSTEL:

Louise Adams

AWARDS: for Languages

Rochelle Style

for Service to the School

Nicola Cooper

for Service to the School

icola Power

for Leadership, and Science

Service to the School, Jennifer

SCHOLARSHIP

Fisher

HOLDERS

Form 7

Bursaries

Janine Duckworth Jennifer Fi her

Form 6

Day Girls'

Chrys Horn

Bursaries

Penelope Burn Lorrine Eggle ton Elizabeth Page

Boarders'

Ann Wilkinson

Bursaries

Tina Dow Linda Hicks Jane Howe

Day Girls'

Kathryn Hunt Prudence Scott

Boarders'

Rowena Little

Bursaries

Kirsten Taylor icola Vernon

Day Girls'

Victoria Willis

Bursaries

Laura Adshead Lisa Atkinson Lisa Henderson Felicity Ward

Janet Storry

Emma Chapman

Day Girls'

Amanda

Boarders'

Helen Lissaman (Seddon)

Form 5

Form 4

Form 3

1981 Entrants:

Bursaries

Other Scholar

hips in the School are administered

Field (Heaton)

Fiona Dowie (Casebrook) Lisa McIntosh (South Westland) Melissa van Duiven (S. M .C.) by the Old Girls' Association and the Noeline Vale Trust.

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PRIMERS

FORM 1B Miss Begg

Kylie Bisman Francesca Cox Shreen Downes Vanessa Graham Selena Mathie Kelly Mauger Yolande McAllister Nicola McGoverne Malinda McMillan Lucy Nuttall Hayley Roberts Katrina Skellerup Deborah Stossel .Josephine Thomas Carmen Gloria Hawes Kerri Allan

Diane Aldridge Elizabeth Ashton Sharon Chaney Victoria Corbett .Jasmine Cox Tessa Hicks Melissa Ireland Gabrielle Kerr Shirlene Lamb Michaela Merritt Helen Pain Ann Pavicll Margaret Pickering Susan Prosser Nicola Weld Carolyn Wilson Merryn Winnicott Anna Allen

STANDARD

FORM IS Mrs Simonsor

1

Sarah Currie Cecilia Hawes Sarah Kenna Susan Marshali Carley Rhodes Letitia Sutton Helen Thornton Anna Wilton Sarah Gilligan

STANDARD

2

Rebecca Cockram Megan Drury Catherine Gosset Rachel Haselden .Justine Image .lane King Sally Livingstone Keryn Maguire Heather Merrifield Rebecca icklcss orelle Phillips Kirsty Rolls Melinda Rothschild Sarah Scott Sharee Stossel Kerri Sutton .Jennifer Wills Sharon Yee Samantha .Jeffries

STANDARD

3 1980

Penelope Cope Radha Didham Vicki Palmer Margaret Smith Prudence Stubbcrfield Ingrid Taylor Emily Templeton Melanie Wilson Tara Wingfield Lisa Woolridge

STANDARD

4

Karen Barber Emma .lane Berry Deborah Downs .lane Frances Kirsten Frances Nicola Friend Katherine Gin .Jillian Hack Philippa Hunter Anna Kyle Fiona McNab Deborah Morrow Maria Palmer Annette. Schwanen-Beath .Justine Smith Sarah Sunderland .Justine Taylor Rachel Zervos Adele Scott

Emma-Jane Arthur Andrea Ayson .Jacqueline Bowis Rebecca Coils Helen Corbett Susan Fisher Mandie Foster Tiffany Halcrow Anna Hall Sally Ann Hogan Ngaio Lewis Lisa O'Brien Sarah Pitcaithly Heather Read Helen Simons Kim Wylie

Heather Shipston Robyn Smith .Joanna Watson .lane Williams Alison Wrenn Alexandra orris

FORM 3A Mrs Andre Catherine Barker Suzanne Blakeley .Joanna Brinkman Margot Button Diane Copland .Jeannine Edwards Lyndie Foster Katrina Goodwin Rachel Harman Rachel Hellewell Amanda Hopkins Leonie Hunt Sarra Hunter-Weston Sarah Le Cren .Ian McCormick Karen Marshall Lynne Meikle Carolyn Moreau Corina Phillips Emma Purchas Lisa Rogers Karen Scott Lisa Sinclair Sarah Todd Leanne Wilson

FORM 2T Mrs Taylor Soren Bagot Leandra Bickerstaffe .Jacqueline Biddick .Julia Black Lee Coster .lane Cunningham Clare Dickie Emma Duston Maxine Elliott Peta Fielden Annabel Gosset Rebecca Hall Glenda Hawkins Emma Hicks .Jasmine Lochore .Jaydene Mackie Shelley Mc ab Katherine NacNeill Victoria Miller Liza Minty .Joanne icholls Lisa ichols Annabel Pringle Tania Rowe Nicola St .lohanscr icola Simes Angela Smith .Joanna Sprott Katrina Stevenson Victoria Templeton Melissa Van Duiven Lisa Wingfield

FORM 3S Miss Scannell Bronwyn Auld Geraldine Baker Deanne Bartlett Fiona Black Mandy Chilwell Tania Doyle Rosemary Gorton Kirstin Harcourt Anna Henderson Kate Hutchinson Fiona Lawson Sarah Lucock Andrea McKee Susan Mortensen Nicola Read Rosemary Sandston

FORM 38 Mrs Boyd Philippa Barr Michelle Butterfield Rosemary Cartwright Barbara Corbett Fiona Elliott Heather Fraser Catherine Harrison Lisa Henderson Nichola Hopkins Christine .Jackson.

Kate Luisetti Sarah McGill Karen Marriott Susan Marshall Wendy Mellish Sarah uttall Catherine Pringle Meredith Robinson Caroline Simpson Bridget Thomson Anna Wilkinson Elizabeth Mears

FORM 3K Mr Koopman Laura Adshead Lisa Atkinson Emma Chapman Karen Craigie Belinda Cuzens Rachel Eager Emily Gerard Tacye Gormack Michelle Hack Sarah Hill Christine Lay Angela Lumsden Leith McPherson Alice Oborne Inga Paulsen Louise Roberton Shelley Spang .Janeen Tautari Felicity Ward .Jacqueline Weld Anna Wilding Victoria Willis Natalie .Jordan

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FORM 4P Miss Heffernan Angela Banks Catherine Batchelor Marianne Booth .Joanne Bowis Elizabeth Brown Katherine Burry .Janie Chambers Stephanie Cooper Philippa Harry Tania .Johnston Rowena Little Sandra McLean Tania McVicar Tania Mannis Maria Ngarimu Susan Ottmann Elizabeth Parry-Jennings Susan Peryer .lane Pitcaithly Shirley Rhodes Sarah, Rowley Wendy Sealey Rebecca Sinclair Kirsten Taylor icola Weakley Sarah Turnbull

FORM 4F Mrs Field Carrie Campbell Anne Cronshaw .Jessica Cuningham .Joanne Eskctt .lane Faulls Mandy Hamilton Angela Hampton Marianne Hopkinson Phyllida Hudson Sara Hutchinson Victoria Kinley Amanda Kirkpatrick .Joanna Le Cren Angela Lill Katherine Love .lane Lovell-Smith .Jocelyn Lowe Bridget Mahy Victoria Oborne .Julie Robertson icola Sparks Emma Sullivan Katherine Todd Caroline Wilson Marrietta Wright Sarah Turnbull Susan Voshaar

FORM 4K Miss Kerr, Dr Mann Elizabeth Baker Megan Blakie Sian Bournhill Mary Browne Olivia Cameron-Lewis Samantha Carr Tonia Chaffey Sarah Davidson Anthea Fahey .lane Foley .Joanne Hayes Kathryn Hunt Kylie .Jackson Lynne Kershaw Alison McGowan Prudence Scott Tonia Spang .lane Sunderland Sarah Templeton Paige Toomer Nicola Vernon Suzanne Weld

FORM SJ Mrs Jameson

FORM SA Miss Blair

FORM 6G Miss Greenslad

FORM 6T Miss Tebay

Catherine Ashby Francine Bagot Bridget Broom Vivienne Coates Anna Corbett Sharon Glassey Rhonda Greenwood Lesley Hawkins Amanda Hazlett Evelyn Lay Sarah Mears Megan ichols Nicola Pattie .Jane Ritchie .Janet Shoesmith

Delia Beauchamp Lynley Browne Sarah Bullen .Janine Burford Rebecca Carrell Bridget Clarke Tina Dow Ann Edmundson Penny Fergw,on Felicity Field Sara Gilkison Ann Harman Helen Harrison Katy Heyward Linda Hicks .Jane Howe Sharyn Mackie Anna McCormick Penelope Pach:ard 'icola Paterson .Jane Reese Lorraine Rouse Susan Strowgcr Lisabeth Style Kate Weston Ann Wilkinson

Lucy Allardyce Belinda Allison Sally Averill Elizabeth Bremner Deborah Chambers .Jenette Cox .Jane Davidson Hannah Elworthy Margot Ferguson .Jennifer Gray .Julie Hodkinson Chrys Horn .Jacqueline Irwin Penelope .Jaggar Deborah .Judd Penelope Knowles .Josephine Lohrey .Jane Milner Kirsten Moody Cushla Nisbet .Jacqueline Robson Marina Ruwhiu .Jane Schneideman Amanda Scott Ann Seymour

.Juliet Anderson Claire Baker Kathryn Barlow Penelope Burn Felicity Caird Catherine Chittenden Nicola Daniels Sara Donaldson Katherine Evenden Mary Gibb Karina Lay Susan Le Cren Nicola McNab Tiffany Menzies Cushla Murchison Allison Parker Tessa Philpott Belinda Rivers Cindy Rose Mary-Anne Russell Rhonda Simpson Gillian Spooner Melanie Styche Robyn Wilkinson Alison Wise

FORM SB Mrs Bain Clare Aubrey Susan Booker Susan Bruce Rachel Burt Michelle Ching Sarah Cocks Caroline Davie .Jane Fielden Caroline Fit1gerald .Julianna Forsyth Maryanne Hunt Karen Kirkland .Jocelyn Mc ee Lorelei Mason Margaret Morris Stephanie Morrison Bridget Muir Charlene Munro Amanda Nuttall Virginia Owen Nicola Smith Virginia Smith Vivien Spooner Annabelle Stewart Hayley Sullivan Sarah Tregear

FORM SC Miss Bradfield Fiona Carney Bettina Doyle Catherine Elliott Sarah Henderson !(athryn .Jenkins Hilary .Jennings Carolyn Lee Tracy Livingston .Jane Mackenzie Simone Merritt .Judith Parker Elizabeth Read Kerri Robertson Sonia Taylor Elizabeth Turnbull Kristin Turner Alison Tyson Sarah Weston Dalinda Yukol

FORM 7 Mrs McKelvey Mr Summerlee

FORM 6H Mrs Hindin Philippa Birdling Belinda Burrows Margot Chaffey .Julia Chcnnells Sonya Diver Lorrine Eggle ton Felicity Gardiner Brenda Gin .Jane Gray Sara Hope Rowena .James Katherine Marchant Kim Marshall Carolyn Murgatroyd Marianne Murray .Julia Purchas Hermione Rees Kathleen Robinson Elizabeth Sanders Belinda Smythe Nicola Wakeman Anita Ward Nanda Wiersma Virginia Wilson Angela Reese

FORM 6Y Mrs Handley Margot Alexander Susan Ashton Virginia Aston Belinda Austin Felicity Booth .Julia Calcutt Gabrielle Fahey Kay Gardner Suzanne Gough Rachel Green .Joanne Hadfield Elinbeth Harrison .Jacqui H ubber Angela Kerr .Julie Logan Elizabeth Page Suzanne Pickford Angela Reese Tracy Sheat Karen Small Maryann Steel Anna Thomson

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Louise Ada ms Trudi Aitken Catherine Averill .Janet Brimicombe Sarah Carrell Annabel Carter Wendy Cartridge ally Ann Clark Nicola Cooper Carron Cossens .Jane Currie Angela Davidson .Jennifer Davie Penelope Day .Janine Duckworth .Jennifer Fisher Lynley Goodwin Lynne Hurford Kim Hutchinson .Julia Middleton Tracey Osborne Mary-Jane Powell Nicola Power Kate Robins .Janet Scott .Jacqueline Stewart .Joanne Stokes Rochelle Style Philippa Townshend Amanda Vryenhoek