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Nelson Intermediate Gala
A trolley derby, and a "Miss Nelson Intermediate" contest were two of the highlights of the Nelson Intermediate School gala held last month.
Jean Pickering, judged "Miss Nelson Intermediate" (centre), is flanked by her attendants, Anne Bonnington and Carol Benvin.
Mary Meffen, first in the open finals of the trolley derby and fastest time of the day.
Christopher Westley, behind the hammer, thinks this is good fun, but judging by the expression on Martin Whyte's face he's not so sure.
Jean Pickering receives her sash from headmaster, Mr G. C. E. Chapman-Cohen.
Having slot car fun are David Marshall, Gary Lloyd, Joe McDonald, Christopher Mackerell and Dennis Palmer.
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Dale and David Walling after David had taken fastest time in a home-built cart.
Above right: Let racing commence.
David receives the Halsey Logan Trophy from Mr A. McKinstry.
Leslie Trick knows her fishing.
A popular sideshow for the boys was the shooting gallery.
Carolyn Stratford admiring the dolls.
Also examining the displays are Julie Biggs and Donna Robinson.
Stephen Lloyd is absorbed in the slot cars.