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Yarn Sept 2014

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Yarn-Sept2014-snapYes, friends, we’re back! After a hiatus lasting the bulk of the summer. we have published our first issue of The Southern Yarn since our June issue. Luckily we had regular updates on the website by Jenny Gates during the Canadian summer.

So, go ahead and download your own copy of the PDF version of the Yarn, complete with hyperlinks and in full colour. For those of you relying on Canada Post, await the arrival of the cheery yellow six pager to sit on your coffee table.

Remember to note all the upcoming events in your own calendar, especially the games night on September 27th, complete with wine and cheese. Then the formal dinner on October 25th. This time it will be catered, just for us, on our terms, in our space!

July Commonwealth Place

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By Murray Burt

Rebecca Kitteridge, new SIS head, has steely strength and discreet style

Rebecca Kitteridge, new SIS head, has steely strength and discreet style

NZ’s new spy boss comes to job with good record and high praise from the Prime Minister

Former Secretary of the Cabinet and Clerk of the Executive Council, Rebecca Kitteridge, has taken over the position of Director of Security for the Security Intelligence Service (SIS).

Announcing the appointment, Prime Minister John Key said Kitteridge was a “highly respected and professional” public servant.  Continue reading →

Summer specials from Downunder Travel

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Winnipeg to Auckland return C$2037
Book by July 24 Travel Jul 24 – Sep21

Winnipeg to Sydney return C$2093
Book by July 24 Travel Jul 24 – Sep17

Commemorate ANZAC 100th Year in 2015
13 day Land buylevitra.net & Cruise covers all ANZAC sites C$4480 p/p

Christmas In The Cook Islands
14 Days incl. Flights/Hotel/Airport Transfers/Daily Breakfast
C$3551 p/p ex Calgary 21 Dec – Jan 4 (limited space)

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Al Hansen

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Al Hansen Alen HansenLong time DUCW member Al Hansen will be forever remembered.

ALEN TREVOR HANSEN April 14, 1924 – May 23, 2014 “I Have Passed From This Life To Another”

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Al Hansen delivering a speech at our ANZAC Day ceremony in 2013 at the DUCW club. Jenny Gates photo.

Dad passed away peacefully with family by his side, at the St. Boniface Hospital, on May 23, 2014 at 1835 hours. We grieve deeply for the loss of this honourable man. He is survived by Millicent, his wife of 59 years. Predeceased by his eldest son, Robert Alen, in 1976. He is survived by his son Brett (Diane), daughters Jo Ann (Ralph) and Shannon (John). Continue reading →