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No 234 : December 5, 1973

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Taking Off

After many decades of sheltering numerous patrons at many functions, the condemned grandstand at the Patutahi Domain was de-roofed recently. The roof, still in top condition, was lifted off and placed on the new concrete block clubhouse built by the Patutahi Golf Club.

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The grandstand pictured in its last moments of isolated splendour.

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Monk Bros cranes in position to commence "Operation Lift-Off."

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The operation involved bringing the roof out, along the fence line, and back onto the new clubhouse.

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Foreman Matt Needham cuts through the stand supports to facilitate the lift-off.

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After severance the roof is lifted and the strain taken

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Moving out slowly

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Inching along the fence line

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Moving into line over the clubhouse

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Easing down to a perfect fit

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