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National Tourney

The N.Z. National Women's Hockey Tournament was held in Gisborne this year with more than 600 players participating. The week-long event provided teams with clashing opportunities to show their skill and merit.

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N.Z. Hockey Association senior life-member Mrs Hilda Poulter presents the top award, the K. Cup, to Hawke's Bay team captain Margaret Hiha.

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Much of the success of the event can be attributed to hard working tournament secretary Margaret McQuillan (centre) shown with P. B. president Bev Pitkethley and Mrs Poulter.

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The Poverty Bay representative team is, from left, in front, Diane Ingram, Phyllis Rickard, Mini Smith, Polly Crawford, Dee Tureia (captain), Gaye Owens and Lynne Tupara. At back, Elizabeth Moeau (assistant manager), Beryl Waikari, Diane Rogers, Honey Moeau, Carol Milner, Kristine Robertson, Paula Wilson, Margaret Scratehley and manager/coach Doug Kerr.

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Members of the Boys and Girls High Schools Maori Club performing at the opening ceremony.

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Poverty Bay did well early in the tournament by defeating the strong Central Otago side by three goals to two.

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Lynne Tupara in action.

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Carol Milner (right) and Dee Tureia (left) close in on Central Otago's No.3.

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Phyllis Rickard has the ball well under control at this stage of the game.

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Margaret Scratehley scored P.B.'s first goal.

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P.B. captain Dee Tureia (centre) scored the home team's third goal.