Marie Traue President of Te Hapara Branch extinguishes the last of the 3 candles, as had Trixie Simpson (left) President of Mangapapa, as had Sheila Scott before her, signifying the end of the 3 Gisborne Branches.

Provincial Presidents, in order of service back to 1933, Sheila Scott (left), Hazel Hasemann, Avis Somerville, June McKnight, Gladys Cook, June Graham and Hilda Harrison.

Barbara Mitchell of Te Hapara Branch.

June Graham-Hayes & Merle File of Mangapapa Branch.

Zillah Smith (left), Aden Torrie and Stella Lindsey of Mangapapa Branch.

Grace Oliver formerly of Gisborne now living in Hawkes Bay.

Executives without office from left: Sheila Scott President Poverty Bay, Margaret Hunkin National Secretary, Zita Kay National Pres., June Stitchbury Pov. Bay Sec., Madge Murray Nat. Treas. and Violet Masemann Poverty Bay Treasurer.

The Mothers League Tablecloth used at meetings here being signed by Doris Davoren of Te Hapara Branch. It will be treasured as all those present signed it.

Sheila Scott passing a burning candle to Zita Kay expressing the hope that the candle will be relit at the last Closing Down Ceremony of the last Province.

Mangapapa & City Branches met at the Bushmere Arms for a combined afternoon tea several weeks prior to the Official Closing Ceremony. Although the League has lost administration the fellowship that has been bonded over the years will ensure they will meet again.