WARKWORTH & DISTRICT RSA

Anzac Day Commemorations - Thank you

I would like to sincerely thank everyone involved in making the Warkworth & Districts ANZAC Day and Poppy Collection an absolutely outstanding event.

​

• Chrissy Keith, who arranged and organised everything, and who also kept both me and the Committee on track.

• Eddie Watts, who organised all the run sheets, kept most of us in our lanes, and ensured everyone fronted up for their various tasks. Eddie also attended the Kawau Island Service on our behalf.

• Reverend John Blundell, who stepped in at the last minute to recite the various prayers and scriptures.

• Wing Commander Tom Tuke —it was an absolute honour to have him represent the Armed Services at both the Dawn and Civic Services, especially having been roped in the afternoon prior.

• Matthew Bailey, a young, retired Veteran, who delivered a very personal and moving speech at our Dawn Service.

• Don Shepherd, an older Veteran, who gave a talk reflecting on his service to our country.

• Louisa Perkins, for her wonderful singing of the New Zealand and Australian national anthems.

• Kiedis Watts, who recited The Ode in Te Reo, and Horizon School, who delivered the English version at both services.

• Mahurangi College’s Head Girl and Head Boy, along with the Guard of Honour at the Civic Service.

• Murray Watkinson, for stepping up to be our representative at the Leigh Service.

• All our volunteers, who assisted on the day and at our various Poppy Collection sites.

• The Women’s Section and their helpers, who supported the Poppy Collections, made sandwiches, and helped prepare and serve food throughout the day.

• Savan’s Bakery, for donating the very tasty bacon and egg pie.

• Warkworth Floral Art Club, for the beautiful wreaths they made and donated.

• Utterly Marque Event Hire, for their generous donation of the red carpet used during the services.

• Warkworth Fire Brigade, for the loan of chairs to ensure comfort for our elderly attendees.

• Raina and her kitchen staff, for cooking a wonderful breakfast for everyone to enjoy.

• The bar staff, who once again did a top job—keeping everyone refreshed, multitasking as flag bearers and official photographers—all with smiles on their faces after being on their feet for many hours.

Finally, to my Committee — without the dedication and hard work you each put in, I could not do my job. Your commitment ensured the day ran as smoothly as possible and that we continue to have such a wonderful venue in which to commemorate ANZAC Day.

Lest we forget.

​

Kind regards,
Geoff Copestake
President