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NEWS ARCHIVE 2009

234th AUCKLAND HIGHLAND GAMES - 28th NOVEMBER 2009

Around 8,000 people attended the event which included Highland dancing, Piping, 25 different clan stalls, celtic merchandise, strong man competition, Scottish gourmet food and loads of fun for the kids. Unfortunately the rain did put a halt to the dancing mid afternoon but a great day was had by all.

Judges were Averil Bray of New Plymouth and Rosemary Boyd of Katikati

Gineke Bell was the winner of the North Island Highland Fling Open

6 December 2009

MRS PIESSE & JAMIE-LEE TUUTA’S CHRISTMAS CONCERT

The Dancing School’s of Cushla Piesse and Jamie-Lee Tuuta combined for their end of year Christmas concert “Step into Christmas” on the Sunday 29^th of November. Over 30 boys and girls performed in the end of year production which included Penguins, Christmas angels, Elves, Reindeers and many more. The Scottish Society Hall was full to the brim with only standing room only which was outstanding. The children extremely enjoyed preparing and performing in the concert. There was even a guest appearance from Santa himself who presented all the children with their certificates. A great way to finish a wonderful year.

21 November 2009

ANNA REID'S WEDDING

Anna and Stefan were married at St Barnabas church at 2.pm on Saturday 14^th November.

Pictured here with local Canterbury dancers.

9 November 2009

AUCKLAND SUMMER SCHOOL SCHEDULE

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9 November 2009

NEW KILTIE CLUB EDITORS

The Executive is pleased to announce that Anna Millar and Kimberley Burnside are the new editors of the Kiltie Club Magazine.

The December issue will be available early December and should you wish to receive a complimentary copy please let the Academy Secretary know; email: admin@nzahnd.org.nz

26 October 2009

CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP

Mrs. Pat Stevens was delighted to receive her 60 Year Bar in recognition of 60 years membership of the New Zealand Academy of Highland and National Dancing. Pat’s recent ill health had prevented her from attending the recent Academy conference to receive her Bar in person. However, she was delighted that the Academy Vice President, Mrs. Barbara Tait was able to visit her to present the Bar along with a framed certificate acknowledging this milestone, and flowers from the Academy membership.

18 October 2009

CONFERENCE 2009 - AUCKLAND

To View Report Click Here

4 October 2009

2010 SUMMER FLING - CHRISTCHURCH SCHEDULE

Dates are 21st - 24th January 2010

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1 October 2009

The picture shows Olivia Sands of New Plymouth receiving a Volunteer award for Volunteer work in Taranaki presented by his worship the mayor Mr Peter Tennant. Being the youngest it was a honor to receive this for the work within CanTeen an organization for young people effected by Teenage Cancer. For some years Olivia has given of her time unselfishly for the CanTeen. As well as training to be a Teenlinker where she visits members to inform, support and generally helping CanTeen members. Olivia is currently the Taranaki President of CanTeen.

Congratulations, Olivia!

30 September 2009

OUR WONDERFUL PIANIST

After our September exams which were conducted by Mrs Robyn Simmons a presentation was made to our pianist Mrs Isabel Ballantyne. Mrs Ballantyne has played for our examinations for the past 30 years. She has always been very dedicated to us and loves playing for the candidates many of whom she has seen grow up. In some instances she has played for their children as well.

When Mrs Ballantyne first started playing, her daughter Susan Harris was still dancing and completed her exams under her tinkling fingers. Her granddaughter Tara Harris also completed all her exams with Nana playing. Isabel said that seeing her granddaughter complete her exams was wonderful and when she said thankyou to her she couldn’t help but shed a small tear.

30 September 2009

A BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Cushla Piesse seen celebrating a special ( 60th) birthday in Auckland during the Technical Committee meeting. The Committee took time out to help her celebrate with a cake , candles and a wine!

Congratulations Cushla....we hope that you had a lovely birthday!

17 September 2009

UPDATE FOR YOUTH FORUM PAGE

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20 July 2009

UPDATE FOR YOUTH FORUM PAGE

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16 June 2009

SATURDAY MORNING CLASSES AT CHRISTCHURCH CANTERBURY CALEDONIAN SOCIETY

The Starting on the Right Foot Class is made up of 3-5 year olds using the new Academy Julie Wylie CD. Each week there are anywhere from 15-20 keen wee dancers with a mix of girls and boys. The class has a head teacher with help from a Senior Dancer using the new montoring system. (The parachute was made from the top of an old childs swimming pool)

6 April 2009

2009 AUCKLAND SUMMER SCHOOL PHOTOS

Dance class Under 10 (b)

Dance class under 10 (c)

Getting Started

Dance class 14 and over (a)

Dance class 14 and over (b)

Dance class 12 - 14 yrs

Dance class 10 - 12 yrs

Dance class under 10 (a)

6 April 2009

END OF THE YEAR PRODUCTION FOR THE JACQUELINE JONES SCHOOL OF DANCE

The 2008 end of year production for the Jacqueline Jones School of Dance was " Lights, Camera, Action ".

70 pupils took part in the "Movie Magic" show that featured both Highland and Jazz students performing to music from Harry Potter,Seven Brides Seven Brothers, Grease, Braveheart,Polar Express and many more. This photos of some of the Highland Students that took part... Can you guess who Santa Claus is ??

25 March 2009

PHOTO FROM THE RECENT NEW ZEALAND PIPE BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD IN CHRISTCHURCH

16 March 2009

HAWKES BAY TEACHERS & JUDGES EXAM WORKSHOP

To be held 25 - 26 April - Tutor: Mrs Susan Edwards.

Click here for schedule.

25 February 2009

2009 SUMMER FLING PHOTO

8 AND UNDER DANCE CLASS

10 AND UNDER DANCE CLASS

12 - 14 DANCE CLASS

13 - 14 DANCE CLASS

14 & OVER STEP DANCE CLASS

LUNCH TIME FUN CLASS

SENIOR FUN CLASS, CHAIR DANCE

SENIOR PERFORMERS CLASS

25 February 2009

HAWKES BAY TEACHERS & JUDGES EXAM WORKSHOP

To be held 25 - 26 April - Tutor: Mrs Susan Edwards.

Schedules available shortly

13 January 2009

NEW ADDITION FOR KATIE MCDONALD

Katie McDonald(nee Hobbs) would like to introduce, Eliza Kathryn Rose McDonald to the Dancing world.
Born on the 5th January 2009. Both Mum and Eliza are doing really well. Her Dad is pretty proud of his wee girl too.