Photo: suppliedMid Otago Federation Women’s Institute members recently planted a commemorative kowhai tree at Anzac Park in Mosgiel, celebrating 100 years of WI in New Zealand. Pictured are (from left) Mona Mathewson (Janefield WI), Mary Reet (national executive member), Kate Cochrane (incoming Mid Otago Federation president and Allanton WI), Avelda Howie (past national president and gold honours), Carol Garry (gold honours and Janefield WI) and Alma Blaikie (outgoing Mid Otago Federation president and Janefield WI). The tree planting on March 17 was part of as busy day for the WI members; the Mid Otago Federation also held its 85th annual meeting at Wingatui Hall, in Mosgiel. A good turnout of WI members and visitors enjoyed a day themed on St Patrick’s Day, wearing green and enjoying a range of activities. The centennial kowhai tree planting came at the end of the day.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 28, 2021 02:26 UTC