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Team Photo: Central Men Basketball, 46th New Zealand Deaf Games, Dunedin 2006

46th New Zealand Deaf Games; DUNEDIN, LABOUR WEEKEND – 2006; WINNERS OF THE CUNNIFFE TROPHY; CENTRAL VS SOUTHERN 47 – 43. Back Row: John Bennett, Jonathan Walsh, Theo Waterhouse, Keith Morris. Front Row: Rodney Roberts (Team Manager & Assistant Coach), Ben Webb (Vice Captain), Clive Morgan (Captain & Coach), Peter Martin, Lisl Moran (Assistant Manager).

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NZSL story – Taonga source: Tony Walton

Where NZSL Thrives: The Power of Deaf Sport Gatherings

Tony Walton reflects on the importance of the NZ Deaf Games, once called the Sports Convention, held every Labour Weekend. It was more than just sport. It brought Deaf people together to socialise and sign in NZSL. Local delegates organised the event, while NZDSA awarded the Player of the Year and Aotearoa Turi Shield. A proposal to make the Games biennial was first rejected but later accepted. Looking back, Tony wishes it had stayed annual.
NZSL story – Taonga source: Shona McGhie

Wearing Two Hats: Shona on Leading NZ Deaf Sports

Shona McGhie shares her experience in the 1980s and 90s juggling two roles. She was both Secretary of the NZ Deaf Sports Association and Administrator of the NZ Deaf Games. As Administrator, she ensured the host city met all requirements to run the Sports Convention smoothly. She organised meetings, AGMs, and worked closely with delegates on teams, rules, and bylaws. Shona held the role for three years, helping keep Deaf sport in New Zealand running strong.
Taonga source:
Clive Morgan
Reference number:
SignDNA – Deaf National Archive New Zealand, 2006-P001-CM
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