Boatshed Opened

For some months now, volunteer workers have been hammering and sawing to build what must be one of Gisborne's most inconspicuous labours of love--the building of the Tainui Sea Scouts' new boat shed on the banks of the Waimata River. Inconspicuous, because the building itself is hidden away down the quiet end of Vogel Street, opposite the Macrae Baths, so that although it is in the heart of the city, it stands in a quiet little world of its own, with the river only a few feet from the door.

The shed was officially opened recently, when these pictures were taken.

The Mayor, Mr Barker, who performed the opening ceremony, stands in the shed door with the chairman of the Tainui Sea Scout Group, Mr E. Wrigley.

Members of the troop, with their officers, Assistant Scoutmasters B. Langman and D. Intemann, and Scoutmaster B. Richardson.

Supporters and friends of the troop, many of whom assisted the project, are seen assembled for the ceremony.

Breaking out the flag

Mr Barker speaking at the opening ceremony.

Troop leader-Michael Farrier and senior scout John Wells present badges to non-members who materially helped the project. At left, Mr P. Farrier receives a "thanks badge", while at right Messrs C. Evans and J. Barrett receive "Supporters badges".

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 69 : March 24, 1960

Boatshed Opened