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No 146 : December 9, 1972

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Sunday Among the Roses

Rose Week, of previous years, was toned down to Rose Sunday, this year, but we hear plans are afoot to rejuvenate the programme next time. Still, the day was sunny and bright; the roses at Broadgreen were beautiful, and the people who attended enjoyed a relaxing afternoon.

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The beautiful roses of Broadgreen. In the background is the historic home, Broadgreen

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One-year-old Conrad Gibbons, firmly held by Christine Fern, makes friends with a rose

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Members of the Vining family were among those who visited Broadgreen. From left, Mrs and Mr R. A. Vining, Susan and Helen

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And the band played on. The Nelson Municipal Band provided music for those who just wanted to relax on the lawn and listen

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Bright among the roses were Jenny Eade and daughter Nicola, who was celebrating her eighth birthday

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Miss K. J. Silcock confesses to being an amateur rose grower. And what better place to take notes from than Broadgreen, which must rank as one of the best rose gardens in New Zealand?

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Afternoon tea was enjoyed in a peaceful atmosphere

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