October 2002
Hello Everyone
The AGM for 2002 was held on Wednesday the 10th of July
at 7.30pm at the Marine Rescue Centre, Mechanics Bay, Auckland
and a big thank you to those who came. There are several
items of interest that need to be brought to your attention.
Jim Mason one of our founding Trustees indicated he would
like to take a bit of a back seat now the Trust is up and
underway. It was suggested and agreed at the meeting that
Jim should become our first PATRON and it is with real pleasure
that we now have Jim's name at the top of our letterhead.
With the retirement of David Bevan from public practice
we were unable to get the Trust's accounts audited in time
for the AGM. Treasurer, Shirley Collins presented un-audited
financial records of our current position. It was agreed
that as the Trust Deed requires that the accounts be audited
that the Trustees find an accountant willing to take on
the task. I am happy to report we have found such a person
and the audit is currently underway. The final accounts
should be available soon.
The elections were held with the usual pomp and ceremony
with everyone trying to remain anonymous behind their seats
in the usual way. With Jim's 'retirement' John Walsh agreed
to become Chairman of the Trust Committee, with the remainder
of the positions unchanged. HOWEVER there is always room
for willing volunteers, not necessarily on the committee,
but to help out the committee when we have events etc planned.
The speaker Ken Allen was an absolute treat, and you needed
to be there to understand what I mean. Full of knowledge
on collecting bottles and other antiques and memorabilia
we all gained a better understanding of the "treasures"
that we have either at home, at the Bach or in the garage.
One of these days we will have to have a 'treasure-hunt'
on Rangitoto!!!
Change of Address: We asked for and have had approved
a change to the Trust registered office. It is now 47 Mariri
Road, One Tree Hill, Auckland. If you wish to send fragile
items to the Trust however we suggest you use PO Box 13
374, Onehunga, Auckland
Newsletter: We had a lot of feedback regarding the
format of the newsletter and it was complimentary. I am
happy to continue with this but I will need help occasionally
in filling the pages, this is where our archives become
so important so if you have any photos or stories that you
can share please let us know.
Website: The website at www.geocities.com/rangitoto_trust
is now up and running. Andy
Heyward has spent quite a bit of time on it already
but websites are time guzzlers, so we are looking for donations
towards keeping it up to date. As a means of getting our
story and activities across to the worldwide public this
is an important tool already there has been a doubling of
enquiries to our email address. Please have a look, encourage
your family and friends to look too and dip into your pocket
for a few dollars so that Andy can continue with the work
he has started.
Donations: After our request for old curtains, filing
cabinets etc I am very pleased to say that lots of curtains
were received, a couple of filing cabinets and an old kettle.
ALSO cash donations of $270, which included the music recital
earlier this year for which we would like to, thank you
all very much. The computer has arrived and is being readied
to have the accounts and membership placed on it - thank
you Lyn Trainor, Hilary Noall, Dave Cox, Heyward, Burton
and Taylor families and others.
Funding Seminar: The Auckland Conservation Forum
held a seminar on funding during September. The guest speakers
were from the Karori Wildlife Sanctuary, The New Zealand
National Parks and Conservation Foundation, KERP, and Tiritiri
Matangi Supporters Group. It was extremely informative and
it impressed upon us the need to be very professional and
businesslike.
To this end we have approached Biz Info to see if they can
provide us a mentor to go through our current business plans
and suggest improvements. If we have a member who can help
us in this process your committee would be grateful for
your help.
Wanted: Paint, primer, putty, nails, hinges, anything
no matter how few or what colour. We need these to complete
the weatherproofing, windows and doors etc of Bach 38. Now
it has its new roof the inside has dried up very very well
and looks, smells and feels so much better.
Working Bees: To make it easier for people to plan
their precious weekends it was decided to hold the working
bees centered around Bach 38 on the 3rd weekend of every
month regardless of the weather. On the weekend of the Fishing
Competition the sign will go up with our sponsors' logos,
measuring for the flashings and the next working bees organised.
In November work will begin on the bay windows and replacing
the flashings etc. We hope to have discounted ferry tickets
of $14 for adults and $7 for children for those attending
the working bees. Contact Allan Godsall 634 0161 for details.
Permits and Concessions: Work continues on the permit
process with John Walsh following up the myriad of details.
It is a slow process because we would like to cover all
eventualities that might occur in the next five years. Consultation
with 'our neighbours' and local Iwi must also occur. We
would like to think we would have it into DoC by Xmas.
Passing of Friends and Acquaintances: Eric Hart
passed away recently at the grand age of 95. A wonderful
raconteur, Eric originally came to Rangitoto at the age
of 14 staying with the Greene family until he had his own
Bach built by the Watson brothers in 1936. Eric has left
an enduring legacy through his photos and stories, which
the Trust has in its archives. Our condolences to Eric's
family in particular John and Heather Walsh. Also Warren
Sinclair of the Rakino Express lost in battle with leukemia
in August.
Next Meeting: Still planning to ask Paul Mahoney
of DoC Heritage, to show his fascinating slide presentation
on huts, train stations projects, hopefully before Xmas.
Contact Phone Numbers: Jim - 4466228, Elizabeth
- 6341398, Shirley - 2799819, Susan - 4451894, Hilary -
4184920, Lois - 4435536, John - 811 8875, Allan - 634 0131
Fishing Competition
When; Sunday 27th October, Labour Weekend
Start Time: 10am sharp.
Finish Time: 12 noon sharp
Judging: 12.30pm followed by lunch.
Auction: All fish will be auctioned to raise funds for the
Trust, so bring your wallets.
What to Bring for the competition: Bait and tackle at least.
Rules: Two lines per person.
Fishing between Iliomana Light and Target Point only.
If using a boat must have appropriate lifejackets etc. (ARC
bylaws apply)
Undersized fish = instant disqualification.
Who: Members and their families and friends, particularly
children (14yrs and under).
What to bring for afterwards: Your own meat for the BBQ,
salads and drinks. We are supplying free sausages for the
children and tea, coffee etc afterwards. The BBQ will be
available for use.
Prizes: Best Story - the Toilet Seat
Largest Snapper - Buchanan Trophy
Longest Fish - Pennant
Most Fish - RIHCT Trophy.
Prizes for the children as well.
Ferry timetable: Leaves Downtown at 9am, Devonport at 9.10am.
Return on the 2.20pm or the 4.20pm.
Aim: To have fun, do what we used to do, involve the children
and meet each other.
Weather: We do not intend to cancel the event, just bring
raincoats, anyway we have ordered perfect weather!!
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