PIPING AND DANCING ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND INC.
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News:
1 Sept 2008
Marlborough/Nelson P&D Association are hosting their AGM on September 13th 2008 at 1-30pm.
To be held at Pelorus Bridge Cafe.
Any queries - please contact Ali Millar
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24 August 2008 NZ Pipers abroad summary
NZ's own Fiona Manson heralded success yesterday in the senior events at the Lonach Highland Games, winning the composition contest, 2nd in the March and 5th in the Piobaireachd events. Fiona also placed 6th in the Piobaireachd event at Crieff Highland Games last Sunday, the day after the World Pipe Band championships. Week prior at the Perth Highland Games Fiona placed 4th in the Open Piobaireachd, and early August Fiona competed at the Aboyne Highland Games scooping some top prizes also in teh senior events: 4th Piobaireachd, 3rd March, 1st Strathspey&Reel.
The result of the month to date is from the Dunvegan Medal (Piobaireachd) held early Aug with Tracey Williams posting a superb 2nd placing and Fiona a close 4th. Tracey had previously placed 3rd in the Piobaireachd event at the Killin Highland Games late July.
Well done to both ladies, representing NZ well this year in the Highland Games circuit around Scotland.
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7 August 2008
US Virginia Tattoo Dancing Team opportunity
Huge opportunity for Senior dancers to apply to be part of a 24 strong team to travel in April 2009 to the USA to perform at the Virginia Tattoo.
Janet Allison (NZ Dance Manager) has been invited to coordinate and lead a team of NZ Highland dancers to perform at the Virginia Tattoo - from 23 April to 4 May 2009.
Application forms are available from your Centre OR you can download a copy here.
Completed application forms can be sent to tattoo2009@vodafone.co.nz or posted to Tattoo2009, c/- 63a Harbourview Road, Melling, Lower Hutt.
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9 June 2008
COLLEEN COLE MNZM
Members and Councillors of the Piping and Dancing Association of New Zealand will be delighted to learn of the awarding of a Queen's Birthday honour to one of our own - Colleen Cole of Lyttelton. She has become a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to Scottish dance and culture.
We congratulate her on this marvellous achievement and give a summary of her contribution to our Association at a national level as she has also given of her time and talents to the Canterbury-West Coast Centre and to encouraging and supporting the development of young dancers in her local area for many years.
From September 1985 to September 1989 Colleen was the national Secretary-Treasurer of the Piping and Dancing Association. In that position she coped with the financial and secretarial obligations of a Secretary-Treasurer, corresponded with members and conscientiously fulfilled all the tasks associated with this position.
Colleen has represented the Canterbury/West Coast areas for 12 years from October 1996 to this year. These councillors attend meetings twice a year and contribute to the smooth running of the organisation nationally.
Colleen has been a member of the Piping and Dancing Association's Executive from 12 October 1996 to 15 September 2001 and from 14 September 2002 to 2008. Her vast knowledge of the complexities of the organisation at all levels has made her contribution an invaluable part of the Executive.
As well as being involved with the Executive, Colleen volunteered to undertake special responsibilities within the Association in order to promote its interests. She was Coordinator of Statistics, Permits and Competitions from13 September 2003 to 15 October 2005 and our Championship Convenor from 15 October 2005 to the present time.
Colleen has ably represented the Association as a dancing adjudicator for many years.
The Association is very grateful for her contribution for over more than 30 years. Another event to celebrate in our centennial year!
Our best wishes are extended to Colleen and her family over this special time.
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2 June 2008
The first of the 2008 NZ Championship competitions are finished and Champions announced.
Other Group Events most points are as follows:
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31 May 2008
Dunedin is hosting the NZ Championship competitions for Highland Dancing 18 & over, and Open Piping.
Record entries for the 2008 Competitions - over 70 in Piping and over 175 in Dancing.
The competition was opened on Friday evening with a rousing song from Mayor Peter Chin, dignatories, adjudicators and other officials gathered on stage with the 18&over championship dancers.
Go to the results page for updates.
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29 May 2008
Notification is attached for this years Ceilidh run by the Auckland National Dancing Association Teachers & Judges Association, to celebrate the memory of Auckland dancer Lorna Coombes. The funds raised are used for prizes and scholarships at the Lorna Coombes memorial competition being held in November 2008.
Ceilidh - 21st June, 7-11pm, held at Bayview Primary School, Bayview Road, Glenfield, Auckland
Click here to view flyer and details.
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28 May 2008
Best wishes to all competitors for this weekend's Piping & Dancing centennial celebration NZ Championship event being held in Dunedin.
There are record entries in the dancing competition which features the NZ 18&over championships.
Also held at the same competition is the NZ Open Solo Piping Championships which will again feature many of NZ's top players.
Be sure to check back on the news and results page for updates and results listings.
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May 2008
South Auckland Centre held a luncheon to celebrate 100 years of Piping and Dancing at Fahy's Motor Inn and Family Restaurant in Tauranga on 3 May 2008. The Executive of the Centre were joined at the celebration by the President and Secretary of the Piping and Dancing together with Life Members of the Centre and past and present members. The cake was cut by Kay Grout and Don Winwood who has been a member of the South Auckland Centre for over 60 years.
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Kay Grout and Don Winwood cutting the cake
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South Auckland Centre Executive:Front Row L to R Kerryn Ferguson (SAK Secretary/Treasurer), Eula McLeod (SAK President) and Lois Keenan (SAK Vice President) Standing: L to R Kay Grout (P & D President), Lyn McCorquindale, Verna Dougherty and Carol Jahnke (P & D Secretary/Treasurer) |
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| Life Members: Front Row L to R, Charlotte Winwood, Don Winwood and Val Killery; Back Row L to R, Lois Keenan and Eula McLeod. | Photo of Attendenees: Sitting Rae Decke Front Row L to R Lois Keenan, Shona Bromley, Charlotte Winwood, Don Winwood and Val Killery Second Row L to R Carol Jahnke, Dianne Rosenbrook,Kerryn Ferguson, Peggy Southee, Lynn McCorquindale, Carolyn O'Kane, Eula McLeod, Christine Paul, Dianne Sligo, Kelly Cox, Jeanette Wallace, Kay Grout. Absent from the photo was Verna Dougherty. |
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11 May 2008
Auckland National Dancing Teachers & Judges Assn (Inc) celebrated our 50th Jubilee last year.
Two special events were held in November 2007 - the inaugural competition for the "Lorna Coombes Memorial Championship Competition" was held on Saturday 3rd November at the Raye Freedman Theatre in Epsom and then on Sunday 4th November a Jubilee luncheon was held at Beauford's in Totara Park, to mark the milestone of 50 years since incorporation. Many past and present members attended the Jubilee luncheon, reminiscing over fond memories. "An Anecdotal History" covering 50 years was pondered over by all with some chuckles at the photo's of a decade or so ago!! The jubilee cake was cut by NZ Academy President Annetta Cowie who spoke of the importance that Teachers & Judges Clubs played in the history of Highland and National dancing in New Zealand.
To open the competition Gordon Coombes piped the judges and competitors onto the stage and the competition was formally opened by Morag Coombes. It was a very special day for us all to remember Lorna and her love of Highland Dancing.
The judges were Annetta Cowie (Dunedin), Adele Swanson (Gisborne) and Linda Gray (Feilding)
Age group cup and scholarship winners can be found by clicking here.
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Competitors for the day
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Adjudicators and T&J
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Winners
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Cup winners
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The Lorna Coombes memorial Quaich winners presented
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Auckland Teachers & Judges
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Piping in of the Jubilee Cake
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Jubliee Cake being cut by NZ Academy President Mrs Annetta
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T&J through the years (a)
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T&J through the years (b)
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T&J through the years (c)
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23 April 2008
PIPING AND DANCING ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND Inc WELLINGTON CENTRE NOTICE TO DANCERS
NZ Championships Under 18 years & Under 16 years
24th - 27th October 2008
Due to other functions being held in Palmerston North, over Labour weekend 2008, it is recommended that competitors make their accommodation bookings early to avoid any disappointment. Anne Couchman Wellington Cente Secretary
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7 April 2008
NOTICE TO DANCERS: TARANAKI CENTRE COMPETITION TO BE HELD
11th OCTOBER 2008
The Inglewood National Dancing and the Thistle Society of Taranaki are amalgamating with the Taranaki Centre and holding their allocated NORTH ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS on one day:
11th OCTOBER 2008.
Please support this competition to help make this a great day for Taranaki
For further information contact the Taranaki Centre Secretary.
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7 April 2008
SOUTH AUCKLAND CENTRE ? NOTICE OF CENTENNIAL LUNCHEON
"The South Auckland Centre of the Piping and Dancing Association is holding a Centennial celebration luncheon on Saturday 3rd May 2008 to celebrate 100 years of Piping and Dancing in New Zealand. The luncheon is being held at Fahey's Motor Inn and Family Restaurant, Greerton, Tauranga at 11.30 am with lunch at 12 noon.
All past members of the Centre plus anyone interested is invited to join with us for this celebration.
Cost $16.90 per person, $14.90 Seniors (65 +)
Anyone interested should contact Eula McLeod, 15 Deanwell Avenue, Hamilton, phone 078434062, for further information or to confirm a booking no later than 22nd April 2008.
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7 April 2008
With the approval of Piping & Dancing Assn of NZ please note the following changes to North Island Championships for Thistle Caledonian Society Inc. in Palmerston North.
Sunday 8th June 2008
Saturday 13th December 2008
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25 March 2008
A Fabulous Scottish Fling.
Tuesday 22 April, 10am?4pm. Inspiration Station, Level 4. Free entry, except for the 11am activity. A Fabulous Scottish Fling. Celebrate New Zealand's Scottish heritage with a family day of festivities, 'muckle fun', and a soaring Scottish castle that you can help build from boxes.
The Scots in New Zealand celebrates one of this country's most widespread migrant groups. It's hard to imagine New Zealand without them.
Level 4. Free entry. Click here for more information.
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25 March 2008
The first of the NZ competitions hosting P&D Centennial awards was held at Easter at the Hastings Highland Games.
Centennial Award Winners are from left to right:
Other results from the Easter Highland Games can be found under 'Results'.
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25 March 2008
Photo taken of the Highland Dancing competitors on Sunday 2 March at the 100 centennial celebration of the Kowai Sports Day at Sefton.
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11 March 2008
The International Arts Festival is in full swing in Wellington and there is some amazing dance coming up.
Every year UNESCO invites the world to celebrate International Dance Day on and around 29 April.
DANZ (Dance Aotearoa New Zealand) encourage you to take this opportunity to promote dance of all styles, International Dance Day activities can range from simple promotion of your regular class through to special events. Please let us know what you are planning so DANZ can give International Dance Day and dance higher visibility. Email danz@danz.org.nz
You can also promote what you do through a listing in the NZ Dance Directory or an advert on the DANZ website.
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23 January 2008
Next year marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of our national poet and cultural icon Robert Burns, whose message of friendship and 'Auld Lang Syne' lives on. And Burns is the inspiration behind our year long celebration of some of Scotland's great contributions to the world: Golf, Whisky, The Enlightenment and Innovation, Burns himself and our rich culture and heritage. Whether you have Scots ancestry or simply a passion for our great nation, 2009 will be an exceptional year to visit Scotland.
A programme of inspirational events will run throughout 2009, complementing the vast range of world-class attractions already offered in Scotland to our guests. From the world's biggest ever Clan Gathering in Edinburgh to Celtic Connections in Glasgow and from the Open Championship at Turnberry to the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, there's something special for everyone.
Click on 'Homecomings 2009' for more information
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