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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Summer is on!

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The Pool Party was great!

The Pool Party was great!

Welcome to summer, all you Aussies and Kiwis and Canucks in Canada! Wow, do we have a social calendar for you. In lieu of The Southern Yarn, which is on hiatus until September, we will post upcoming events and notices right here!

To get us started, a reminder that our Pool Party and Potluck is on Saturday July 12 at 57 D’Arcy Drive, starting around 2:00 pm. The Club is providing the burgers and buns, and you are providing the side dishes and desserts, and whatever you want to drink. RSVP to 204-275-7631 or 204-943-3775. Members and guests welcome!

Here are a few more photos from the day:

 

Stay tuned for more info on the golf tournament AND wine and cheese meeting. And don’t forget the summer lawn bowling – details in the next post.

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 →