Polynesian Club

Formed in Sydney

AT a meeting of the Polynesian com munity called in Sydney last month to form a club for recreational and cul tural purposes, representatives were present from Tahiti. Rarotonga, Samoa, Rotuma and New Zealand. Mr. Eric Ramsden, who presided, said that ' the aims of the club (which would be known as the Polynesian Club of Sydney), would be the cultural advancement of members of the great Polynesian family resident in Sydney, to combine for social purposes, and to welcome Polynesians who, from time to time, visit Australia.

The l following officials were elected: President, Mr. Leonard Moran; Ranga tira, Mrs. Waikainga Tipene; Executive Committee, Mrs. Alfred Page (Samoa), Mr. Noho Toki (New Zealand), Mr. Eric Ramsden. Mrs. A. G. Waugh (Rarotonga), Nurse Mary Missen (Rotuma), Mr. Rus sell Robinson, and Mr. Reginal Hartley (Secretary and Treasurer).

It was decided to ask prominent Poly

nesians in different parts of the Pacific to act as vice-presidents, and to forward autographed photographs so that a col lection of present day photographs of leaders of the race might be formed. The club also hopes to establish a library of Polynesian literature.

Arrangements are being made for the first “club night,” when an entertainment will be given of Polynesian dances and music. Hitherto, Polynesians resident in Sydney have met informally at the home of Mr. Moran. As the gatherings re sulted in an increasing attendance, it was felt that the time had arrived for the establishment of a club.

Approximately 50 members have been elected already, but it is the aim of the committee to maintain a preponderance of Polynesians, or members of Polynesian descent.