New Waterfront Building

At a cost exceeding £12,000, the new Gisborne Waterside Workers' Amenity Block opened this month compares with or exceeds the facilities for the comfort and convenience of waterside workers anywhere in New Zealand. The block, which is situated opposite the junction of Crawford Road and the Esplanade, fronting the harbour channel, includes a large dining room, a cafeteria, a large locker room, and up–to–date ablutions facilities. Extensive use of stainless steel, formica and pine panelling have produced a thoroughly modern and attractive set of rooms with facilities to handle the needs of 120 men, the present strength of the Gisborne union.

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The buildings––an exterior view. Incorporated in the new building is the Waterfront Industry Commission's existing office.

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The scene at the opening ceremony, which was performed by the chairman of the Gisborne Harbour Board, Mr I. J. Quigley. Also present was Mr A. E. Bockett, Wellington, general manager of the Waterfront Industry Commission.

Four interior views in the new building.

The architect for the work was Mr F. H. Forge, and the builders Messrs T. W. Lewis and Son Ltd. The building has been financed by the Harbour Board, which will be repaid over five years by the Waterfront Industry Commission.

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The dining–room, which is also available as a meeting–room.

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The modern cafeteria, equipped with refrigerator and modern facilities.

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Stainless steel wash–basins in the ablutions block.

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There are over 120 of these lockers, attractively finished in blonde pine.