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Next month the Whangarei Repertory Society will celebrate its seventieth anniversary.
In April 1948, a small band of theatre enthusiasts got together at a private residence to form the society. Little would they have ever dreamed their successors would continue to attract sell-out houses some … View moreNext month the Whangarei Repertory Society will celebrate its seventieth anniversary.
In April 1948, a small band of theatre enthusiasts got together at a private residence to form the society. Little would they have ever dreamed their successors would continue to attract sell-out houses some three score years and ten later.
After a series of different make-shift venues in the first 30 years, the society set up permanent residence at 13 Aubrey St in 1978 and, with the addition of a new octagonal auditorium (hence "The Octagon"), new life was breathed into the old villa.
Each year around 2,200 patrons enjoy the shows thanks to an ever-growing band of individuals passionate about the performing arts. They give freely of their time to source, research, direct and produce popular plays.
Topped off with affordable menus and a tipple or two served by dining and bar volunteers, it is a recipe for success that has stood the test of time.
The Society embraces the challenges to keep pace with millennium demands and, continually, rejuvenates itself with new faces, new ideas and new technology in order to future-proof its longevity.
As a non-profit charitable organisation managed by volunteers it relies heavily on donations, grants, membership fees and even bequests. The theatre and land are now freehold but insurance premiums and rates bite hard. And while a heroic treasurer constantly juggles the finances, it's the dedicated band of volunteers and loyal patrons that ensures the shows continue to go on.
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Police are appealing to the public for information regarding a male who was assaulted and had his vehicle stolen on Tuesday 18 September, 2018.
Between 10.15pm-10.40pm on Tuesday night, the victim left an address on Plunket Street travelling towards Dargaville Hospital via one of the three … View morePolice are appealing to the public for information regarding a male who was assaulted and had his vehicle stolen on Tuesday 18 September, 2018.
Between 10.15pm-10.40pm on Tuesday night, the victim left an address on Plunket Street travelling towards Dargaville Hospital via one of the three adjoining streets.
During that trip he was assaulted and sustained a blow to the head. His vehicle, a distinctive orange/copper metallic coloured Lexus IS200 saloon, was then stolen and found crashed and burnt out on Victoria Street, near the Northern Wairoa Bridge a short time later.
Dargaville police would like to hear from anyone who has information that could help our investigation, please contact Detective Andrew Bailey on 0211915765 or Detective Sergeant Jonathan Tier on 0211915774.
Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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ANZ bank is warning customers to be vigilant after claims several Kerikeri residents have fallen victim to a "slick and convincing" online banking scam.
NZ Police Cybercrime Unit Detective Sergeant Damian Rapira-Davies said it was a variation on previous scams seen by police, where … View moreANZ bank is warning customers to be vigilant after claims several Kerikeri residents have fallen victim to a "slick and convincing" online banking scam.
NZ Police Cybercrime Unit Detective Sergeant Damian Rapira-Davies said it was a variation on previous scams seen by police, where the scammers claim to be from a widely recognised organisation in order to gain the victim's trust. Rapira-Davies advised people not to engage with anyone on the phone if you think you are being scammed. "Hang up immediately and report the incident."
For more information and advice on scams, visit www.netsafe.org.nz or www.consumerprotection.govt.nz
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