Photograph taken on occasion of the consecration of St Davids Anglican Church Oroua Downs, 1966. Built by H Forbes of Foxton Beach the foundation stone was laid on 11 October 1959. Dedicated by Bishop Riche 22 June 1960 and consecrated by Bishop Baines 22 June 1966. Those appearing in this photograph are from left to right: – A Gates , J Guild, R Read, Bishop Baines, Rev R White, J C Lewis, R Cull and L Funnell.

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Written on back with blue ballpoint pen: “(4) Opening New St Joseph’s Catholic Church 1963 Mr Don Cole Collection”

Official opening of new Catholic Church (St Joseph’s), Shannon, 1963. Mr P.K. Robinson, Mayor of Shannon is speaking at microphones. Father Williams (centre) seated with a Catholic Bishop on his right. Others in this photograph have not been identified.

1 B&W photo print, copy

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