
1992
article – Taonga source: Wellington Deaf Society
Job Advertisement: Sign Language Interpreter
Applications are invited for the above position based in the Wellington Welfare Office for the Deaf. Interpreting work will include areas such as welfare, court, political meetings, medical, etc. Application giving full curriculum vitae and a VHS video tape of yourself of no less than 15 minutes presented in sign language.


1992
video – Taonga source: AUT Visual Languages Section
Memories of John Hunt
John Hunt, well-known for his involvement in the Deaf community – talks about establishing the NZ Deaf News, his journey towards becoming a life member of NZ Deaf Sports Association, having had a role in its founding; working as the first Deaf Field Officer for NZAD, and compiling ‘The Story of the Auckland Deaf Society Inc 1937-1987.

NZSL Stories

Est. 1969
Object – Taonga source: Wellington Deaf Society
Walton Award: Sports Man of the Year


1992
video – Taonga source: Rodney Roberts
Canterbury plays Wellington ‘Lions’ in a close match of rugby league
The Wellington ‘Lions’ Rugby League team assembled at the Randwick Club to welcome their Canterbury opponents. After the match, players and supporters enjoy the Randwick hospitality before moving on to a private venue.


Est. 1970
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Aotearoa Turi Shield: Total Points – New Zealand Deaf Games/Sports Convention

NZSL Stories

1992
article – Taonga source: The Evening Post
State needs to protect defendant’s right to a fair trial
Curry, who was deaf after suffering meningitis as an infant, spent two years in jail before being brought to trial on a murder charge a jury took just two hours to throw out.

Est. 1988
Object – Taonga source: Wellington Deaf Society
Wellington Deaf Society Ten Pin Bowls for the Deaf: Lowest Points


biography
Profile
Lynette Pivac (MBE)
In 1996, Lynette was awarded the Member of British Empire for her services in Deaf education and sign language. She mostly initiated the development of NZSL resources, the training of NZSL tutors and involvement in NZSL teaching issues at national level. She advocated for NZSL and Deaf Studies to be introduced into Deaf education and was the first Deaf Board of Trustees Chairperson.

1990-91
publication – Taonga source: New Zealand Deaf News
NZ Deaf News: Spring/Summer 1990/91 (Vol. 24. No. 2)
NZSL Stories

Est. 1985
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Indoor Bowls: Hazelwood Trophy – Pairs


Est. 1985
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Basketball Club: Peter Murray Cup – Most Improved Woman Player


Est. 1992
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Indoor Bowls: Aggregate Points


Est. 1985
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Table Tennis Club: Mixed Doubles


Est. 1969
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Badminton: Men’s Singles Championship

NZSL Stories

biography
Profile
Daniel ‘Danny’ Beech (Benemerenti Medal)
Daniel (Danny) Beech was born in Pahiatua in 1942 and attended St Dominic’s School for Deaf Children from the age of 5. Danny embarked on a life crammed with commitment and loyalty to the NZ Deaf community.

2022
article – Taonga source: Stuff
Aotearoa’s first Deaf marae celebrates 30 years of empowering Turi Māori
Friday marks 30 years since the opening of the country’s first marae for Deaf and hard of hearing Māori. Since 1992, Rūaumoko Marae, in West Auckland’s Kelston, has been a place where Deaf students can learn about te ao Māori.


Est. 1986
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Table Tennis Club: Women’s Singles


Est. 1989
Object – Taonga source: Wellington Deaf Society
Cook Strait Shield: Central Districts vs Canterbury Deaf Rugby League


Est. 1985
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Gordon Cup: Most Outstanding Woman Player – Basketball


Est. 1973
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Auckland Deaf Society Badminton Club: Walbran Cup, Most Improved Player

NZSL Stories

1992
video – Taonga source: Susan Hamilton
Sports Day at Kelston Deaf Education Centre
Kelston Deaf Education Centre hosts its annual sports day, with athletics, swimming and prizegiving.


1992
Object – Taonga source: Wellington Deaf Society
Souvenir Badge: 36th N.Z. Games for the Deaf


1992
article – Taonga source: Western Leader
Marae for the deaf
A marae with a difference will open tomorrow in Kelston - it is for deaf children. Pupils of Kelston Deaf Education Centre will be able to learn more about Maori culture and marae protocol.

Est. 1982
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Society Inc: Sportsperson of Year


1992
Images – Taonga source: Clive Morgan
Team Photo: Wellington Deaf Rugby League Club, 1992


1992
video – Taonga source: Television New Zealand Archive
Latvian Love
Kiwi Shaun Ruffell and Latvian Indrai Ozolinai, both Deaf, meet again three years after meeting at the 1989 World Games for the Deaf (in Christchurch), during which time they have kept in touch through letters.


Est. 1950
Object – Taonga source: Auckland Deaf Society
Cunniffe Memorial Cup: N.Z. Deaf Societies Men’s Basketball Challenge Cup

NZSL Stories

1992
article – Taonga source: The Evening Post
Help to get to varsity
A deaf Wellington woman may now realise her life's ambition thanks to a Workbridge Women's Study Award. Sarah Cameron of Karori had always wanted to complete a university degree and train as a teacher of the deaf.

1992
article – Taonga source: The Evening Post
Police complain to TVNZ about Curry documentary
The Ivan Curry documentary has prompted the deaf community to insist that professional sign language interpreters be used in all police and court work in future.

Est. 1990
Object – Taonga source: Manawatu Deaf Society
Manawatu Deaf Social Club: Men’s Doubles – Pool
