First Dinner for Families

The Takitimu Sea Scouts held a very enjoyable family dinner at Low's Reception Rooms on February 27. This was the first time such a gathering had been organised and the venture was more than successful.

Sea Scout Alec Evans brought along his parents, Mr and Mrs W. Evans, and sisters Patricia (left) and Laurie.

Brian O'Connell with his parents, Mr and Mrs K. O'Connell.

Robert Blair, his Dad, Mr Peter Blair, who is the group committee chairman, and Mr Bruce Ballantyne, the group leader.

Mr and Mrs David Smith with Andrew and Julie.

Mr and Mrs Cam Taylor with Julian and, at back, Christopher and David.

Mr and Mrs Brian Hankey and Ewan. Mr Hankey is secretary /treasurer of the group

Other Sea Scouts and families attending the function included.

Glen Bennett with his sister Jacqueline and parents Mr and Mrs Harry Bennett.

Mrs A. Beattie with Glen and Brent.

Mrs M. Needham with Craig and Reece

Graham, John and David Markie, with their mother and step-father, Mr and Mrs C. A. Webb

Mr and Mrs V. Okeby and Jonathan

Mrs E. G. Wilcox with Phillip and Neil.

Special guests at the dinner were Mrs Margaret Casey (Gisborne Cub Leader), Mr Harold Bayram (the new Gisborne District Commissioner) and Mr Gordon Gibson (Gisborne District Scout Leader).