HAURAKI NEWS“Whaka tangata kia kaha"

November 2008 Issue No 53.

Shooting at Costefs FarmLower Kaimai RangersBayofPbnwSunday 23'“ January 2009.

The “Mystery Sniper”, challengers everyone to come and show their skills at Coster’s Farm‘Rifle RangeShooting, eating, drinking 8. socializing

Official Newsletter of the 6th Battalion (Hauraki] Regimental Association IncorporatedCompiled & Edited by Des Anderson

Secretary: Mrs M Kareko, 9i Windsor Road. Tauranga

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CONIMITTEE 20078/2.009

Patron:Colonel Judge Chris McGuire

President: ’Des Anderson, tel. 07 571 1951 H

07 571 7403 W0274 764 073 M

Email. d_es.anderson.@_actn'x.co.nz

Vice PresidentTed Dean tel. 07-544 4536

Fax 07-544 4737Secretam Treasurer _,Marion Kareko, tel. 07-576 0277 H

07 578 8139 W

Committee:Bob MankelowErik KristensenTony FraserMark Fairhurst

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Auckland:Bob Mack tel.

Thames:NilTauranga: See Committee

Matamata

09 4453242

Penny Burgess}Bruce BeckettKevin Hayden

Doug Mc Glashen, tel. 07- 888 6314 I

WhakataneJim Mc Ginty

Hamilton:Stu FosterMalcolm Hinton

Te Aroha:Gordo-n Eagleson, tel.

tel. 07-843 6121

07-8846675

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As President of this Association and -amember of a numberof other organisations, I attend numerous funerals. Lastmonth I attend, eight with four being connected to theHauraki Regimental. At each funeral I learn somethingabout that person’s lifethat I had not known previously. Insome cases I hfavecome away thi-nking I wish I had spentmore time with that person.My friend Dave said to me ‘'I don’t do funerals”, I visit themwhen they are alive.’’My point is, we all know people who are associated with theHauraki Regiment. We all read the Hauraki News. I wrote itand you must be reading it!Why don’t you .& I write articles, stories or "remember when”ab ut our friends -&.acquaintances, events of historic valueor of no valuegto any one accept our selves. These “stories"can be published or held to be published at the appropriatetime’You can sent o.riginal- stories, hand written or typed, photocopies from other publications, photos or negatives, in factyou can send any thing, just send it.A number of people have already contributed over theyears, Hugh Harrison & Dave Blansha-rd to name a couple.is your name. their, or have missed it.

Our only source of information is “Comrades Brave”, it hasis limitations

With donations from the -110"‘ Birthday weekend yourcommittee have purchased a wall map’ of the Western FrontWWI &- four mannequins for the Hauraki RegimentalMuseum. It has been mentioned that for a suitable donationyou ca_n have naming rights to one of them.Next time you are in Tauranga drop in and I will introduceyou to your mannequin.

I have heard Bob Mankelow has been running a sweepstake on how many mistakes you can find in the newsletter.So far no one has put in a claim. Ever I am not makingmistakes or you are not reading the Newsletter? .

Ron Brown estate has bequeathed a donation to theHauraki Regimental Museum. Thanks.

Kia Kaha

Des AndersonPresident

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Patron:Colonel Judge Chris McGuire

President:Des Anderson, tel. 07 571 1951 H

07 571 7403 W

_ 0274 764 073 MEmail. des.anderson@actrix.co.nz

Vice PresidentTed Dean tel. 07-544 4536

Fax 07-544 4737

Secretary TreasurerMarion Kareko, tel. 07-576 0277 H

07 578 8139 W

Committee:Bob MankelowErik KristensenTony FraserMark Fairhurst

Penny BurgessBruce BeckettKevin Hayden

AREA REPS;

Auckland:Bob Mack tel. 09 4453242

Thames:NilTauranga: See Committee

MatamataDoug Mc Glashen, tel. 07- 888 6314

WhakataneJim Mc Ginty

Hamilton:Stu FosterMalcolm Hinton

tel. 07-843 6121

Te Aroha:Gordon Eagleson, tel. 07-8846675

Presidents reporfl

As President of this Association and a numbers oiorganisations, I attend numerous funerals. Last month Iattend eight with four being connected to the HaurakiRegimental. At each funeral I learn something about thatperson’s life that I had not known previously. In some casesi have come away thinking i wish l had spent more time withthat person.My friend Dave said to me ‘‘I don’t do funerals’ I visit then":when they are alive.”My point is, we all know people who are associated with theHauraki Regiment. We all read the Hauraki News. I wrote itand you must be reading it!Why don’t you & I write articles, stories or “remember when”About our friends& acquaintances, events of historic valueor of no value to any one accept our selves.This “stories” can be published or held to be published atthe appropriate time’Our only source of information is “Comrades Brave”, it hasis limitations.

Since the publication of the Hauraki Regimental Museurrthere have been many visitors who not only come to see themuseum but stay and enjoy a few drinks with the membersNext time you are in Tauranga drop in.

l have heard Bob Mankelow has been running a sweepstake on how many mistakes you can find in the newsletterso I will try and help him out and not use a proof reader.

The Tauranga Rotary Club & the Mount Maunganui RotanClub gave the Association grants, which combined wittRichard & Penny’s donation was able to allow us to build 2new cabinet. Thanks to all.Kia Kaha

Des AndersonPresident

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Letters to the Editor

Tena koe Des just received the Hauraki News (issue No.52) and thoroughly enjoyed reading the manyarticles. Good to see some of my old soldiers buddies in the photos.

How ironic, that i received this issue today in the mail as it is officially my last day as a soldier in the NZArmy, having completed 24 years service.

My career kick started on 13 Feb 1980, where I had joined the Territorial Forces as a Hauraki Soldier. Aftercompleting the 22 week Basic/Corps Training (Real Training) at WTD, l was posted to Support Coy, ReconPlatoon (The “ELITE” Platoon, you were my Platoon Sergeant). Last night, I was packing all my serviceuniforms and FSMO for return to the Nelson Army Office, and when i went to empty out my trunk of memoirsI came across my old Hauraki Corps Belt! Ahhhhh, fond memories of this unit, I can still remember attendingthe night parades at the old Army Office on the Tauranga waterfront. I had great pride in wearing my highly“starched” jersey and BD trousers complete with shapers (only the old soldiers will know what these are) and“spit” polished boots! The training program could vary from dry TOETs on the SLR or LMG to drill in thetransport park or we could be out in the vacant section next to the Army Hall practicing individual stalkingtechniques. Regardless of the training, it was always the same dress standard for every night parade! Greatexperiences, great memories, great comradeships, GREAT UNIT.

“ONWARD”

Ma te wa, Martini “Willie” Kira

PS. Please advise me on how i can purchase a Hauraki coin.

:Rem.embranc(-3 Day 2008

The Hauraki Regimental Museum supported the Tauranga RSA on 11”’ November 2008, by settingup a display. Centre to the display was our newly acquired map of the Western Front WWI, NZDivision,Lt Col George MacLeod. QSO.ED.JP, gave the address.

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There are still some items for sale. l.e.8 sets of cuff links, brought for the 100*“

_ Hauraki Ties a limited number have been purchased selling at $40.00Hauraki Plague, This is a special “mothers of pearl” a limited number of 20 has beenpurchased. Cost Association members $40.00, and to others $60.00.Baseball cap, (a cap with a Hauraki Badge on the front) a limited number have beenpurchased $20.00, Selling fast.

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A Hauraki coin has been purchase and will be part of the 110"‘ Birthday Registration.There are a limited number of 300. Those that are. left over from the birthday will be onsale, Cost $15.00 for association members. $20.00 for non members Plus postage.

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The new acquisitions have yet to be put into place, but will be ready for your viewing onyour next vest,

The Library, Books & Videos

Books, DVDs & videos have been donated to the Association. They are now in the newbook case in the bar area. The books & video can be loaned out. Just sign in the book andplease return when finished.Marian has completed cataloguing the 58 x videos & 8 x DVDs. Marion have nearlycompleted the task of cataloguing the books.If you would like to donate an

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The Garrison Club depends upon volunteers to operate. The Bar managers are BobMankelow, Marion Kareko, Hugh Bomford, Kevin Hayden , Mark Fairhurst & DesAnderson.

The Garrison Club without a doubt has the lowest prices around. We believe that we arenot there to make a large profit, but for the comradeship within the Hauraki family &friends.

With happy bar staff, cheap prices and a friendly atmosphere: all that is needed tocomplete the equation is YOU. The Garrison is open on Friday from 1600hrs.

See you there.

Welfare

To assist with compiling a notification list so you may wish to attend the “Last Post” of afellow member or a “Hauraki”, please fon/vard your email your address to me. My system isa little out of date, 2002. Everyone seems to change email addresses on a regular basis.My email address is des.anderson@actrix.co.rig. Unfortunately we have missed notifyingmembers in the past. A problem we have also experienced is being advised of the passingof a Member or a Hauraki in a timely manner. Please advise if you have informationrelating to any Members/Hauraki passing.

Penny has taken on the welfare role.

KSocial Events

Mark your calendar: -Below are the social events your committee has planned for your enjoyment &comradeship.

Sunday 23"’ January 2009

Shooting day at Casters FarmTimings 0900hrs - ’l200hrs followed by clean up.Costs — pay for ammunition. Approx $20.00 per person (Depending on the type of rounds& how many you use.)Bring you own weapons or weapons are supplied.

Followed by Luncheon at the Woolshed the KaimaiTimings approx 1300hrsCost pay you own food 8: drinks

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The second Friday of the month.Rice & curry available at a small costRemember show starts at 7pm sharp. Bring a mate. Gold coin donation goes to theHauraki Museum.Hugh has not given the movie schedule yet but he has said he will not repeat theSpringboks beating the All Blacks, in South Africa!

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6 Battalion (Hauraki) Association lncorporatedApplication Form

New Membership Renewal Membership591! Associate

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Full Postal Address

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Brief resume of service with 6 Hauraki(Include dates & appointments

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This information is collected for the purpose of the 6 Battalion (Hauraki) Regimental Association incorporatedand is strictly Confi dential. it will not be supplied to any other person or organisation in compliancewith the Privacy Act.

Post Subscription to Secretary M Kareko 91 Windsor Road Tauranga

Suscription Rate New Member $20.00Renewal $15.00Perpetual Member $150.00Service Member $10.00