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Rosette: Wellington, N.Z. Deaf Societies Convention

A close up of a black and yellow felt rosette which was worn by Wellington Deaf Society members at the N.Z. Deaf Societies Convention, circa late 1950s and 1960s. A photograph shows members wearing their rosette at the 1968 Sports Convention in Christchurch.

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NZSL story – Taonga source: John Mansell

Dressed to Represent at the NZ Deaf Sports Convention

John recalls how athletes travelling to Deaf Sports Conventions, such as the one in Christchurch in 1968, were required to dress formally, including wearing ties. Both athletes and supporters wore rosettes to show their club. These were removed during games but worn again afterward. On the final evening, swapping rosettes was a tradition. John still has a few at home.

NZSL story – Taonga source: John Mansell

Dressed to Represent at the NZ Deaf Sports Convention

John recalls how athletes travelling to Deaf Sports Conventions, such as the one in Christchurch in 1968, were required to dress formally, including wearing ties. Both athletes and supporters wore rosettes to show their club. These were removed during games but worn again afterward. On the final evening, swapping rosettes was a tradition. John still has a few at home.

David Smith

Jack Mahoney

Lillian Walton

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Wellington Deaf Society

Taonga source:

Wellington Deaf Society

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SignDNA – Deaf National Archive New Zealand, 005-O-WDS

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