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New School Opened
The new and modern two-classroomed school at Waerenga-o-kuri was opened on April 22 by Mr L. R. Lewis, chairman of the Hawkes Bay Education Board. Ample space for equipment is also provided in the new building with adequate provision for the children's requirements.
The school committee members, with Mr Lewis at right, are pictured in front of the new school. From left: Messrs Rod Hewetson, Ken Greaves (chairman), Lloyd Williams and Bert Hall.
Messrs W. A. Whincop (chief architect with the Hawkes Bay Education Board), P. L. Page (general manager of the board) and Mr Lewis.
The two teachers at the school, Mr C. R. Rush and Miss M. A. Thompson.
The new school in its picturesque setting on a rise at Waerenga-o-kuri.