Welcome to the April 2015 newsletter.
SUBSCRIPTIONS
Thank you to all who have paid their subs so far, and as it is now after the discount date of 27th February, the subs will be $30 per person and $50 per couple. You can pay by cash or cheque, in person, at the Office on Mondays to Fridays 9am – 12 noon, or by mail with a cheque, to NPRSA, PO Box 3057, New Plymouth 4341.
NPRSA POPPY TRUST & SUPPORT TRUST
Funds from both Trusts are available for distribution, by the trustees to Returned & Service persons and their dependents who require financial assistance with costs relating to health issues and independent living. Application forms for assistance are available from the Office or phone 758-3538 for one to be posted out to you.
URGENTLY CALLING FOR COLLECTORS
Are you able to give a few hours to help with the Poppy Day Street Appeal on 17th April? There are two shifts: 9am – 12 noon and 12 noon – 3pm. Please contact the Office if you are able to help.
LAST POST: We will remember them. Honorary Life Member: Elsie Upson. We extend our sympathy to our Members who have lost their loved ones over the last months.
WHAT IS ON WITHIN THE RSA
RSA CLUB NIGHTS
RSA Club nights are held at the Tasman Club rooms, Octavius Place, on Friday nights in conjunction with the Tasman Club. We have raffles, the bar is open and delicious affordable meals are available.
RSA DAY (formerly Vets’ Day)
This is usually held monthly, from 1.30pm – 4pm and is held at the Tasman Club. This is a great opportunity for fellowship. Afternoon tea is provided. Transport is available; please contact Tony Kivell, on 755-2813 if you need a ride. The next RSA Day will be 4th May
WOMEN’S SECTION
Coffee morning
Third Wednesday of the month, (excepting August and December, when the group have a luncheon). Coffee morning starts at 10am at Tasman Club, for fellowship and guest speaker.
RNZ NAVAL ASSOCIATION (TARANAKI BRANCH)
Meet third Monday of the month at Cobb & Co. for lunch. Contact Trevor Wylde for info 751-5595
NORTH TARANAKI KING EMPIRE VETERANS
Contact: President Trevor Wylde 751-5595 or Secretary Wink Burgess 758-0541
POPPY DAY 17TH APRIL 2015
Volunteers are required for various jobs for Poppy Day. We are looking for people to help with the pinning of the poppies, and helpers for Poppy Day – collecting the donations for our Support Trust. There will be two shift times for the collectors, of 9am – 12 noon and 12 noon – 3pm. If you are able to spare some time please call the Office 758-3538 and indicate what shift & place you would like to be.
ANZAC DAY – SATURDAY 25TH APRIL 2015
DAWN PARADE
The Parade will assemble at 0600 hours at the corner of King and Queen Streets. There will be a short service at the cenotaph. This will be followed by the usual coffee which will be served at the New Plymouth Club. Breakfast will be available for invited guests, (for whom complimentary cards will be issued), RSA members and their guests at the New Plymouth Club. The menu will be as follows.
ANZAC DAY BREAKFAST CHOICES:
Scrambled eggs, Savoury Mince, Sausages, Bacon, Hash Brown with 2 items – $5 3 items – $7 4 items – $9
All served with toast.
CIVIC PARADE
This Parade will assemble at 10am at the corner of King and Queen Streets and will march to the Cenotaph where the service will be held. If you are laying a wreath please wait until you are invited to come forward.
TRANSPORT FOR CIVIC SERVICE
The Ironside Vehicle will available for Veterans, free of charge, for the 10am service.
If you wish to use this service please contact the Office on 758-3538, before 12 noon on 23rd March.
BADGES, PINS, CALENDARS, TIES & MEDAL HOLDERS
We have the following available for purchase from the Office.
$6.00
$5.00
$15.00
$15.00
$5.00
$25 each
SUPPORT or HOSPITAL VISITORS
If you know of someone that requires a visit, or if someone is in hospital, please contact the Office. Thank you to those who call in with people’s name when they are in hospital.
NP RSA Office
Ground Floor Tasman Club, 35 Octavius Place.
Hours: Monday–Friday 9am – 12pm
Phone: 758-3538
E-mail: newplymouthrsa@xtra.co.nz