Welcome to this Summer Issue 2020.

Xmas is but a week away, so it's time to rejoice, relax and reflect on what the year has been. My apologies to all my avid readers, I am sorry for this late edition. I remember a few years back our beloved Lizzie HRH remarked about "annus horribilus" in reference to what a horrible year it had been, well I'm sure this one tops it. I would say "Ut numquam obliviscar MMXX.. never forget 2020. Remember stay safe and be kind! Our thanks to all and new for your continued custom, very much appreciated.

Pitcairn Island Crest
Recently we manufactured these plaque fittings for the Protectorate. They were cast in zinc, gold plated and hand painted. Finshed size was 80x 130mmm.   They are to be mounted on locally produced wooden presentation shields.
                                                                           

Bowater Motor Group
Since 1945 the Bowater Motor Group has been providing the Nelson Tasman region with quality vehicles, today also providing parts, financing & servicing. Congtratulations for your 75th.

Palmerston North GHS
Pictured are the unity huia pins we recently made for the girls at PNGHS. The four colours signify the house colours. Wear them proudly.
                                                                                                             

Counties Racing
Well done to everyone at CRC for achieving such a milestone. Hope your members enjoy the commorative pins.

Selwyn Sports
Another awesome medal for all those children competing in the District's annual festival. We hope you will  enjoy the competition and the winners wear those medals proudly. 
                                                                           

Kumeu Fire Brigade
It seems centenaries and anniversaries are the flavour.         
Our congratulations to all those at Kumeu for 50 years of volunteer service to the local community. A big thank you.

And just to make sure your brain is still working...

Brain Teaser

1. A man is looking at a photograph of someone. His friend asks who it is. The man replies, “Brothers and sisters, I have none. But that man’s father is my father’s son.” Who was in the photograph?

2. What makes this number unique: 8,549,176,320?

3. What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?

4. The person who makes it has no need for it. The person who purchases it does not use it. The person who does use it does not know he or she is. What is it?

see below for answers.

A Bit of History

When Uncle Sam came to New Zealand…… 

With the “friendly invasion” by US forces in 1942, New Zealanders got, many for the first time, to meet men and some women who spoke just like Clark Gable, called women “Ma’am”, men “Sir” and chewed gum, drank Coke and already had rows of ribbon bars on their starched, pressed uniforms.
The stories of US Forces in this country could, and have, filled many a book - some sad, some funny and some stranger than fiction. Many lasting relationships also had their beginnings at this time.
This issue’s item relates to the American Kiwi Club that was set up by the YWCA in 1944 to “educate” young women who would be starting their new life in the States. It was originally was called the American Wives and Sweethearts’ Club but I would guess that this was too much open to misinterpretation!
Over 600 girls, many already wives and mothers, attended talks to learn about their new home and meet others who would be making the same journey.
Meetings were held in the Down Town Club in Queen Street run by the YWCA who also operated a creche for mothers to leave their children while they learnt about life in the New World.
When the future US citizens went on their adventure to the land of Uncle Sam, the Canadian war brides moved in. Presumably to learn about their new life in New Zealand!

Yours in History

The Archivist

Fibre laser brass plaque
Our fibre laser is kept busy with this type of example. Whether it be stainlees steel or brass the end result is magnificient and permanent. 

Testimonials

Badges arrived safe and sound , look great .
Thanx heaps . Janet
Hamilton Vintage Car Club

I had the badges delivered to my doorstep first thing Saturday morning – very exciting!!  They look great!
Thanks to you and the team for a great job and prompt service. ????  We look forward to sharing the joy with all our Kiwileles & their teachers around Aotearoa over the next few weeks.
Christina  - NZ Ukulele Trust

Yesterday was our very successful Presentation and everyone was so excited and very proud with the look and appearance of the badges.
Thank you so much, we appreciate the time and effort that you put into the making of our medal.
 Pam - ECB Walkers

Received the badges – and very happy with the outcome.
Thanks for making this happen.
Bruce - Karapoti Consulting

Summer Recipe

Mussel & Chorizo Fritters
 

• • 1 spring onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup choped parsely
  • 1 Chorizo sausage, finely chopped
  • 3 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 375g cooked mussel meat, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  
   
• 1. Preheat the oven to 150c
  2. Place flour in a large bowl and season. Add spring onion, parsely, chorizo & eggs. Slowly pour in the milk and mix until you have a loose batter consistency.  Rest for 10 mins.                            
  3. Add mussel to the batter and mix, if it's firm add a little more milk.
  4. In a large frying pan, heat oil and fry spoonfuls of batter mix.When bubbles appear on the surface flip over and cook on the other side until golden crispy.Cook in batches and place in oven to keep warm until ready to serve.
  5. Toss a mixed salad together especially rocket and serve with fritters.
  6. Top fritters with a dollop of sour cream and enjoy.

Answers

1. His son
2. It has each number, zero through nine, listed in alphabetical order.
3. Short
4. A coffin

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