Progressive Playcentre

Although it has been functioning only since February the newly formed Whangara Playcentre has twenty children in attendance. A group of enthusiastic mothers got together and as the result of a bottle drive which raised three dollars the plan was under way. The centre is still getting equipment but the children find plenty to occupy them on each day spent at the centre.

Training for an executive position in the future is Piripi Te Maare.

Experimenting with H2O is scientist of the 21st century Andrew Dudley.

Believing that women will be to the fore in the construction field, Dinah Love nuts out a problem.

Maori grandmothers, often instrumental in bringing up their grandchildren, are encouraged to bring the little ones to the centre. Mrs Kaa Kingi helps Johnny Love to gain confidence on the fun-rock.

Mrs Belinda Rowson, liaison officer, reads a story to Newia Kutia and Paul Rowson.

Dion Ratapu tries out the peg board on his first day.

Having fun finger painting are Brian Richardson, Marie Murphy and Penny-Ann Andrews.

Paul Rowson learns something of co-ordination as he catches a ball.

Trying the carrying business is Joseph Conway.

Mesdames Jean Richardson (secretary), Belinda Rowson (liaison), Peggy Andrews (supervisor) and M. Kutia (president). Paul Rowson is in on the conference.

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 173 : November 6, 1968

Progressive Playcentre