President

Perc. W. Cousins

Vice-President

Ivan Mowlem, Ray Clark

Secretary & Treasurer

Doug. Cousins

Public Relations Officer

Norman Fullerton

Overseas Correspondent

Gavin Robieson

Youth Organiser

Philip van Dusschoten

Women's Representative

Joan Treanor

Photographer

Doug. Cousins

Delegates representing all clubs

N.Z. NATURIST

Editor

Gerald Wakely

Business Manager

Doug. Cousins

Production

Helen Fullerton, Bob McIver

The question of why one is a naturist or nudist will be 'in' again soon, as the days get warmer and people start taking more interest in the Clubs, and one finds that conversation occasionally wanders on to Naturism among non-naturists. If you're game to come out in the open - and I hope you are - and say that you're a naturist, how do you go about it? What do you say? How do you justify what, for others, is still a bit of an oddity?

This is always a difficult one because, frankly, apart from the ridiculous laws that we have that say that you must not be seen with certain parts of you uncovered, there is no really convincing reason why one should be a nudist. Those who say it is more healthy have yet to prove it - and it may be more conducive to skin cancer. There is something in the theory that it helps the children to accept the naked body, but against this they're fed everyday, or confronted, with all the smut that goes on in 'decent', clothed society, and they've got to be very unusual and outstanding children not to be affected by this, even though they know that most of the children are talking from ignorance.

The friendship, then? Miss out again. At first sight, many naturist clubs are friendly places because everyone automatically uses first names, but much of this is eyewash.

Dig a little deeper and you'll find all the prejudices and gossiping that go on in other societies - possibly with a little extra as there aren't other people's clothes to criticise!

I've come to the conclusion that the best way is to say: because I like it. And if someone says that's not a good enough reason that's just too bad. There is another thought, though. Have you ever watched anyone - most people - eating? Is it a pretty sight? Yet, this is allowed - even encouraged - to go on in plain daylight or under lights, in mixed company and with children present!

Now, however fat, worn, ungainly a body is without clothes, is it more ugly or unattractive than a person eating?

Gerald Wakely

Although the New Zealand Naturist is the official journal of the New Zealand Sunbathing Association, opinions expressed in this publication are not those of the Association unless expressly stated to be so.

DEADLINE for the next issue is
25th October

From this part of the country there appears to be an increasing complacency within tne clubs. 'Concentrate on development', runs the argument. 'When we have a first-class swimming pool and all home comforts in the clubhouse, a hail and sports grounds, then membership will build up, and with it money will roll in. No more problems - people will fight to join us.'

But will they? There are municipal pools which outclass anything we can hope to achieve. There are beaches and clubs to cater for all tastes. Why should people come to us? Membership will build up only if we have something desirable to offer that is not available elsewhere, and only if this fact is widely known.

At present public opinion is tolerant if unhelpful. Tolerance has been achieved largely through the co-operation of the Press in reporting club functions. Reports were published because John Citizen was conditioned to associate nudity with sex, and intrigued by supposed revelries in the nude. Public opinion has perhaps now been disillusioned on this point, and the partially enlightened Kiwi has progressed from shocked silence to sophisticated disinterest. We aren't perverts any more - we're just boring, if a little bit obsessed. What's the reason for all the fuss? The Press, which ought to know its public, is also indifferent. Our novelty has worn off.

The future, then, is left to us. We must make the effort required to convince the public of the benefits derived from participation in organised nudism. Otherwise we may achieve a pool and other luxuries for our own comfort, but we shall remain inconsequential, untroubled by the throngs in bathing suits and mental blinkers at all popular resorts.

It may be, of course, that a new generation will not extend even this measure of tolerance. Increased totalitarianism may lead to impatience with such an awkward expression of freedom, and a complete ban on the activities of our insignificant minority. Yet it is more likely that we will just stagnate, unless we actively promote the general acceptance of nudity as normal in suitable circumstances. We have not yet achieved this acceptance. We are not sufficiently respectable for, say, a matter-of-fact, illustrated article in the Weekly News. Until then, friends of existing members will be an excellent source of club growth, but they will never be sufficient to maintain satisfactory progress. The nudist films due to be released shortly provide an opportunity to reach a wide audience. These films have been obtained through the efforts of the N.Z.S.A. and individual members. The clubs should do all they can to publicise their activities and win wider support for the N.Z.S.A. and themselves.

Norman Fullerton

Off-beat Corner

Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes.

Thoreau

God made you and

God made me.

It was nearly all His fault.

God made you

And God made me,

But He forgot to add the salt.

Keith Footit

There is no sin except stupidity.

Oscar Wilde

There was a King and he had three daughters,

And they all lived in a basin of water;

      The basin bended,

      My story's ended;

If the basin had been stronger

My story would have been longer.

Anon.

Epitaph

When you go home

Tell them of us and say -

For your tomorrow

We gave our today.

Epitaph at Kohima to troops of XIVth Army

"The women of Tanna (New Hebrides) wear grass skirts, and most of them nothing else, though a few of them cover their breasts and shoulders with some grubby piece of cloth. The men wear a G-string, except those in contact with Europeans, who wear shorts and perhaps a shirt. It is a pity that the prudishness of some missionaries, especially the early ones, the salesmanship of traders, and the native tendency to ape European fashions, have to combine to alter dress custom in most Pacific islands. One of the greatest of missionaries, Chalmers of New Guinea, wrote last century:

'Syphilis and strong drink have received the blame for the deterioration and extinction of native races, but I think the introduction of clothing has done much in this direction. A great mistake has hitherto been made in missionary work; the missionaries have reported "respectably clad natives who once were naked savages", and the Churches have applauded in the conversion of savages. These clothed natives are, I believe, only hurrying along an easy and respectable road to the grave. To swathe their limbs in European clothing spoils them, deteriorates them and, I fear, hurries them to premature death. Put excessive clothing with syphilis and strong drink and, I think, we shall be nearer the truth.'

Alain Gerbault, in our day, has summed up the medical aspect clearly and concisely:

'The steady disappearance of the Polynesian race and its no less steady deterioration are due almost entirely to the European style of living, which has been made compulsory and forced on the inhabitants in place of age-old customs that had their origin in the experience of generations, in the matter of clothing, diet and housing. Of the three, the obligation to wear European dress is undoubtedly the most harmful, both for the individual and for the race. This is a fact that has been recognised by many scientists who have studied the beneficial effects of skin pigmentation by sun exposure and violet rays, and have demonstrated the danger of garments, however light, which allow only the infra red rays to reach the skin. After the reports of numerous scientists, this fact was officially recognised by the Congress of Colonial Medicine at the Colonial Exhibition at Paris in 1931, when the grave dangers of the systematic and compulsory clothing of natives was conclusively demonstrated. The exposure of the naked body to the rays of the sun is a necessity in the tropics... Deprived of its beneficial effect, obliged to wear clothes that are continually damp with the abundant perspiration of the tropics, the native falls easy prey to tuberculosis."

Extract from the book On the Wind of a Dream, by Commander Victor Clark, R.N.

Nobody likes to be misunderstood. It is bad enough when motives are questionable, but when they are entirely honour- able and uplifting, then those maligned have just cause to feel hurt.

Despite the growing acceptance of nudism, its followers are still misunderstood and criticised, almost invariably by those who know nothing about it. Convention has told them that it is crazy or morally degrading, and then without making any attempt to think for themselves or investigate its claims, they condemn.

The customary argument is that it is wrong to display certain parts of our bodies. Agreed; in some circumstances we do fully approve. But when the sun is shining strongly and you are among like-minded people and in secluded, natural surroundings, what could be healthier or more enjoyable?

But, the critics say, it is wrong and that's that. Now, suppose we apply a little commonsense. We all know and agree that that which is hidden immediately becomes interesting. It is human nature to entertain curiosity about that which is forbidden. Some men are unable to control their curiosity and their later obsessions bring them to court over some serious sex experiment. But among the many who are able to exercise control, the curiosity is still there. And this curiosity is perfectly normal and natural. To quote another writer, "The desire to see the human body in its entirety is not a symptom of mental disorder. It would be more truly said that a true lack of any such desire would indicate disorder."

Unfortunately, most of us have been taught to repress these feelings, and how much fear, turmoil and perversion has been created as a consequence will never be known.

If you are honest with yourself and can believe that nudists are quite sincere and open in their attitude towards one another, you will begin to appreciate what this movement can do for you. It will clear away some of those undesirable thoughts you may have been harbouring, and, like thousands of followers over most of the world, you will be very much healthier for it.

If you would like to investigate this matter further, why not drop a line to the Club nearest you, or, if you live where there is no Club, then write to the N.Z.S.A. It will cost you only a stamp, but it might change the whole course of your life.

In any case, we ask you not to criticise nudists again until you have at least investigated their claims.

Perc. W. Cousins

With only a bath-towel for equipment, and with no bother about tickets and attendants and prescriptions, one can enjoy a bath in all its prodigality of mineral water and with the invaluable adjunct of freshness both of water and air, which the bather in the prosaic civilised bath never tastes. The ubiquitous sand-fly alone disturbs the prevailing harmony and peace.

- A. S. Herbert, The Hot Springs of New Zealand (1921), describing " 'natural' spas".

The 12th National Rally:

This get-together will be held in the grounds of the Auckland Outdoor Health Club from the 2nd - 5th January, 1964, with the N.Z.S.A. Executive meeting all day on the 1st.

Every effort is being made to make this another successful show, and we expect the usual big crowds. There is plenty of room for campers, and full facilities will be available. Further details will be issued co clubs later. We hope to see you there.

Hot Springs in New Zealand:

After several years' research and enquiries. Doug, our secretary, has compiled an up-to-date booklet, giving the whereabouts, facilities and other necessary information on all the known hot springs in New Zealand. This 36-page work includes maps and all the information is the very latest and entirely authoritative. Most of us enjoy a hot bath, but when it becomes a swim in novel surroundings, medicinal qualities in the water and often freedom to dispense with costumes, then you have an attraction indeed. For the tourist, camper and holiday-maker this book is invaluable, and every member should have a copy.

We quote, 'Booklets such as this cannot be produced free, as everyone knows, and it is therefore obvious that the offer of the author of Hot Springs in New Zealand to donate all the proceeds to our P. W. Cousins Trust Fund is a magnificent one and entitles him to our full and sincere support.'

The booklet is available to club members at 2/6, plus 3d for postage, and all orders should come through your club secretary to this office.

Nudist Films:

World Without Shame is here and has been previewed (see below in this issue) and Travelling Light will be here in a day or two.

It is proposed to give the former a trial screening to gauge audience reaction, and after seeing Travelling Light a final decision will be made as to what to screen, when and where. Clubs will be notified, but to the rest, we say, watch the papers in September for screening dates of one or both of these two nudist films. They are worth seeing.

U.S.A.

According to latest reports, there are now 32 different "nudist" magazines appearing regularly in the U.S.A.

Some of these are not genuine, and are "not fit to take their places in our ranks as mouthpieces for Naturism".

New Customs Ruling, England:

Magazines with unretouched illustrations have not been allowed to circulate in England, and recent copies of the Danish Sun and Health International Edition were seized. We have received a photostat copy of a letter from H.M. Customs and Excise in London withdrawing the seizures and indicating that there will be no import prohibition in the future, provided the illustrations conform to the pattern already approved.

Erik Holm, the publisher, hopes to have these magazines on the news stands in Britain by next year. To quote Mr Holm, "An historic event in British Naturism." We heartily concur and look forward to the day when we can boast of equal consideration from the Government in New Zealand.

We have received a letter from a B.S.B.A. member in England who is trying to form a Nudist Tape Recording Group, the aim of which is to seek conversational contacts, via the medium of tapes, with nudists in other parts of the world. Anyone interested should write to this office.

From the I.N.F. Press Service we learn that:

Both English Naturist Associations (the British Sunbathing Association and the Federation of British Sun Clubs), who are shortly to unite, have issued a public proclamation in which the idea of "nudism" is finally rejected in references to Free Body Culture. They are not going to use the words "Nudism" or "Nudist" any more in England. These are to be replaced by "Naturism" and "Naturist". The text of the proclamation is as follows:

"Recognised and officially approved Naturist terminology.

The two national naturist organisations, the British Sun Bathing Association and the Federation of British Sun Clubs, draw your attention to the fact that only the first three words and definitions stated below are recognised and used by them in describing the activities of their member clubs and associated individual members. Your co-operation in ensuring the use of these words and definitions is invited.

NATURISM: A health movement which advocates the judicious outdoor practice of nude sun, air and fresh or salt water bathing, either individually or socially in private grounds (sun clubs, naturist clubs) or secluded places, in furtherance of physical, moral and mental wellbeing.

NATURIST: One who practises Naturism.

SUN CLUB or NATURIST CLUB: Private grounds, usually wooded and containing recreational amenities, for the practise by all age groups of social naturism. Usually member or proprietary managed.

as opposed to:

NUDISM: The cult of going naked whenever possible, usually associated with contempt for clothes and conventions.

NUDIST: One who practises nudism.

NUDIST CLUB or COLONY or CAMP: Defunct descriptions usually only found before World War II.

Issued by:

British Sun Bathing Association, 18 Brempsons, Basildon, Essex.

Issued by:

Federation of British Sun Clubs, 19 Marks Close, Ingatestone, Essex."

The Hot Springs of New Zealand -
Doug's handbook reviewed.

This title, for me, conjures up a train of thought that I am extremely loath to deviate from. The Hot Springs of New Zealand savour it - imagine you are a potential tourist in London and reading all the glossies "how marvellous", "how impossible".

But here it is - to read and explore with the writer, to plan for - to reach out and visit. This concise and well-written little booklet positively has the smell of sulphur in every page. The author is letting you share a lifetime interest, and whether the spring is a "tepid puddle" or "Venus Pool, Waiotapu", he describes factually.

Herein lies the main value for the average visitor who prefers to be guided by facts and not by impossible tourist literature. Clear commonsense directions and valuable hints (Maori/Pakeha relationships) are in your possession - value and respect them, visit and marvel, and leave to visit again.

Protect your heritage and give thanks.

Ray Clark

A woman may not be able to add well, but she certainly can distract.

Line Logic

World Without Shame:

The Federation of British Sun Clubs film panel had their biggest headache to date in granting their Seal of Approval to this film, and after attending a preview I now know the reason why. The film runs for an hour and is beautifully photographed in colour.

The story deals with the dream that most of us have at some time or other, to get away from it all and enjoy peace and harmony on a tropic isle.

A small party of well-developed men and charming girls try this experiment in a lovely setting, obviously somewhere in the Mediterranean. We see only the sunny days, beautiful scenery under ideal conditions, and Paradise on earth, and gather that this is indeed the ideal life ... no restrictions, no worry no cares ... just freedom and peace. Very little upsets the tranquillity of their idyllic existence, and we can, for a brief space, envy them their opportunity.

While its story is hackneyed enough, it is nevertheless acceptable, and we can give credence to their efforts to establish a small community, lolling in the sun, swimming, fishing and all the rest of the things one would automatically enjoy doing, but our worries commence when we consider the dialogue and the production. Most of the former is corny to say the least, and all of the latter is amateurish. This is a pity, for the whole thing is handled delicately and in good taste. The very acceptance of nudity is a big step in the right direction, and something of our ideals is put across. As a concession to the censor, the viewer has to decide whether he prefers le minimums or the usual cropping, handy towels and branches, although much of the picture reveals the folk completely nude.

In summing up, I would say that it is a shame this film did not have more professional direction, with a more natural and flowing dialogue in the script. But despite the obvious drawbacks, it is a must for everyone. It does implant the nudist idea home, and with such a bevy of attractive damsels to help, it cannot fail in its purpose.

The picture has been passed by the censor and is given an 'A' Certificate with only one small excision having to be made.

Perc. W. Cousins

Travelling Light

To see a film that puts over the nudist philosophy with conviction and no moralising, that presents nude people with dignity and is artistically pleasing, is asking much. Michael Keatering's film, Travelling Light, does all these things and is a credit to its producer and cast. Running for nearly an hour and in colour, the film opens with typical scenes of everyday rush, noise and bustle with which we are all familiar, in contrast to the latter scenes in a tranquil setting in the Mediterranean. Here, Elizabeth Porter, an English nudist, finds peace and happiness with her friends, and the temporary answer to many of our present-day problems. In beautiful surroundings and in lovely sunny weather, they swim, play and enjoy a carefree holiday day in the nude. All the shots are completely natural, depicting activities with which we are familiar in our dubs, the only concessions made to the censor being unobtrusive posing and skilful photography. While all the film commands respect and admiration, the under-water ballet by the French star, Yannick, could well be classified as the highlight. Swimming completely nude among the coral and tropical fish, her long hair flowing behind her, she is the epitome of grace and beauty.

There is no story or romance, just the simple tale of a young woman who prefers nature and naturalness to the artificiality of much of our so-called life today. Elizabeth tells the story herself in a rich, pleasant voice that is as unaffected as it is pleasing, in tune with her exploits in the film.

It cannot fail to impress, and must go a long way towards influencing the public in the acceptance of our ideals. It must be seen by every member of the movement, and its tasteful presentation will ensure that none of your friends are likely to be embarrassed. It has been passed by the censor with only minor cuts, and has been granted an 'A' Certificate. It is planned to make this film available for public screening about September. Full details will be forwarded to clubs as soon as they are known.

Perc. W. Cousins

The proposed constitution of the New Zealand Sunbathing Association will be considered at the next Rally. Should there be provision for non-club members? There is such a provision in the constitution of the Federation of British Sun Clubs, as explained by the Federation's Chairman, Jack Watkins, in this article which was originally printed in The Grave, the magazine of the North Kent Sun Club, reprinted in Sport and Sunshine, the official journal of the Federation of British Sun Clubs.

Article 22 of the F.B.S.C. Constitution states:

ASSOCIATESHIP. Associateship, where applicable to a Regional Association, shall be available to club members or other persons who are in sympathy with the objects of the Federation. They shall pay an annual subscription to the Regional Association in whose area they reside, but shall not be entitled to vote at any meeting. They will, if desired, be put in touch with other Associate members with a view to the formation of new clubs, or, alternatively, be put in touch with existing Member Clubs. Associateship shall not entitle any person to enter any club without complying with the formalities required by the rules of that club. The Regional Association may terminate the Associateship of any person without being called upon to give any explanation for taking such action.

When this term is applied to "Individual Members"' of the Naturist movement it conjurers up various images to different people. Like Individual Fruit Pies they appear to be much liked, hardly tolerated or much disliked. Like so many generalising attitudes there is not much logic about this thinking, and the first important point that needs consideration is that there are two main classes of Individual Member. Those who are members of clubs have for the most part been "vetted" before acceptance or have earned the respect of their fellow members over a long or short period. The Individual or family not yet in club membership, or who prefer not to join a club, are those to whom, in general, the idea of being linked with Naturism through a subscription to a National or Regional body most appeals.

Decent folk

My experience of this class of individual through correspondence and through meeting them in and out of clubs over the years is pretty wide. There are many type and many reasons (or their 'clublessness'. The overwhelming majority are, of course, decent ordinary folk who have either not yet been accepted by a club due to hesitation on their part or lack of vacancies in their age-group or who are prevented by their own shyness or their partner's refusal to join them in making application. It is true that there are some who join out of curiosity, but this is as much a virtue in humans as a failing, and these are folk who either proceed to take an active part by joining a club later, or who drop out of membership fairly quickly. Much the smallest section are the bad-hats - they are also those most easily detected and eliminated because they can seldom resist disclosing their tendencies in writing or on acquaintance at an early stage. Anyone accustomed to dealing with Naturist correspondence quickly learns to spot the wrong-uns; the signs are usually clear-cut even in a short letter.

The facts, then, are these. Individual Members, Regional Associates, Registered Subscribers, or call them what you will, are the Supporters Clubs of Naturism. A large proportion are club members; most of the remainder are decent citizens who subscribe to the ideals and funds of the movement and ask little in return save some acknowledgement of their interest and support and a well-conducted movement, especially at National level, in which they can take a pride.

The other two classes, curiosity seekers and bad-hats, have their club equivalents, for every club in the country has known the type of member who joins for a season and then drops out for no apparent reason. The percentage is small and they have done the movement neither good nor harm - they can only have done themselves and their families good. Similarly - but more regrettably - it must be admitted that on occasion club membership has to be terminated. That these cases are so rare is a tribute to the efficiency of club officials and the fact that if we expect well of people they usually try and live up to the standards expected.

Vociferous few

Most of the differences of opinion in the past over the question of individual members in the Naturist movement has arisen from two causes. First, there has often been a lack of confidence in either the will or the effectiveness of officials dealing with them to sort out the undesirables. I believe that in the main this lack of confidence has not been justified, but vigilance will always be necessary. Secondly, although Individual Members of B.S.B.A. have demonstrated conclusively over the years that they are not primarily interested in power, politics or votes, a few out of the 2½ per cent who attend General Meetings have claimed to "represent" the views of the great mass of members, with whom they have no contact and who would far rather have their needs represented by the officials who regularly meet or correspond with them than by any politically - minded individual who seeks prominence "on the cheap" by fiery speeches rather than by the long slog of organisational work in a club or for the National organisation.

"No taxation without representation" is a stirring cry, but one only has to realise that the so-called "taxation" is a voluntary subscription in return for the privilege of membership and services (such as information) plus the fact that the "representation" sets out to be elected by 2½ per cent of the "electorate" to appreciate how false the analogy really is.

Supporters needed

I sincerely believe that we need a Supporters' Club, that the more members of the general public who are prepared to officially associate themselves with our movement and help to support and extend it by their subscriptions the better for them and for us. They must be given regular, accurate and relevant information and encouraged to support actively our endeavour to increase recognition from Authority at all levels and to give informed and co-ordinated support to local campaigns such as the Pilchards Cove and Studland Bay negotiations or in cases where any club is being victimised by petty officialdom.

A bright future lies ahead for our Supporters - whatever title we give them - and they will not lack rallies and open days as the clubs come to appreciate their essential soundness and true worth.

PINE GLADES

Our A.G.M. has passed, bringing several new faces to the Club Executive Committee. Headed by Russell (President), Mona (Secretary), Ken S. (Treasurer), this committee is assured of complete support and co-operation from all members.

Long-term planning is the main aim of the newly constituted Planning Committee, and at the A.G.M. they produced a very impressive plan for the next five years, complete with scale layouts and models. If all this planning comes to fruition "Pine Glades" will certainly be a premier club.

Chief amongst the projects lately in the pine tree club is an efficient concrete block toilet building, the first to be installed at any club and now reaching its final stage.

Although the 13th Rally is some time away, preparations are going on in the form of ground clearing, tree planting, road formation to enable "Pine Glades" to be more than ready for the many visitors that we hope will travel south in 1964.

Our very competent Social Committee has already organised several interesting functions for the members during the winter months, including bookings to a popular stage show, afternoon tennis outings, ice-skating trips to Lake Ida, and visits to the Planetarium. These events have been well attended by enthusiastic members and enjoyed by all. They have well in hand preparations for the second Art Festival to follow up on the successful Festival held last February. This one promises to be a better one still.

A serial specially written for the
NEW ZEALAND NATURIST

by Joan Jellett

Wonder what happened?

Well, Bruce got the sack because the boss saw him in the nude in mixed company - and didn't bother to find out the story.

And that was the end of our story. It happens quite often. A pity, but true. If you don't like it, do something about it!

Can we have too much of a good thing? The good thing in this case being sunbathing. Why do I ask this? Well, recently I heard some women discussing their attendance at their Clubs and remarking that although they enjoy Naturism and would hate not to belong to a club, they also felt that going every Sunday tended to remove some of their enjoyment. Every Sunday it was a case of pack up, dress the family and off you go, with the same old roads to travel, seeing the same grounds, and as a rule talking to the same people.

It's all right for the men as they go off to work each day, see new sights, meet new people, etc., but for the housewife it's usually the routine of housework, talking to the neighbour and perhaps doing the daily shopping. Now, for the woman interested in sport, then she can look forward to a game of volleyball, tennikoits or swimming, but what about those that don't for some reason participate in sport - what are they to do?

Now, although I know that I am supposed to encourage the women to attend regularly, my advice to these women is, to insist that you have a day away from the club. Go for a drive down to the beach, or have an outing of some description, and honestly the change will do you the world of good and you find yourself eagerly looking forward to the following Sunday when you again visit your club. This outing need only occur very seldom, but do insist that you get your way.

New Pastures for Relaxation:

Our new Social Committee this year have started out on the right foot with the bright ideas of having functions away from the grounds. This is good, as we meet our club mates in different surroundings and perhaps find out a bit more about their lives than what we ever would just seeing them at the club. So far we have had an evening at the theatre, an afternoon of tennis, and a day at Lake Ida either ice skating or just watching others doing so. The tennis afternoon was so successful that another one is planned for shortly and we hope to have others later. There are more functions being planned, and by the present attendances that we have had so far I imagine that these too will meet with success. The other Sunday at the club, as it was wet, we spent the afternoon showing slides, and it was a very successful afternoon. We still hold our socials in the evenings, so at the moment we are finding plenty of treats in store for us. The reason why I mention this is that perhaps you women would like to get together and arrange similar outings. A lot of pleasure can be gained from these, and I find help to establish a firmer friendship towards your club members.

Hi!

Yes, I'm still around... and kicking, although in a very short time I will be off to Malaya for two years. I shall miss writing this column and the contact I have had with all the juniors over the past few years. Especially I shall miss the visits that I have managed to make to most clubs during that time, but perhaps most of all I shall miss going to my club. For I am lead to believe that there is no organised Naturism in Malaya, and any nude sunbathing must be done in seclusion and privately.

Parents' Consent:

I wonder how many youngsters in New Zealand are interested in Naturism, want to join a club, yet lack that vital element. their parents' consent. Quite a number of enquiries reach our clubs annually from young people in similar straits, and consider that approaching parents is the biggest hurdle to overcome. Yet I wonder how many have really tried to talk to their mums and dads?

I do know personally of two young folk who did join their clubs with the blessing of the parents, who, although reluctant to take the step at their stage of life, readily consented. No harm done in having a go, is there?

Juniors on Committee:

I am pleased to see that at least one club has the right idea and has placed young club-ites on some of their subcommittees. It is a step in the right direction, and one that is bound to have a good effect on all the youth of that club. The fact that the' are being treated as individual members with opinions and suggestions will create renewed interest amongst the older age group. We will watch the experiment with interest.

Remember your winter sunning - grab what hours you can in the sun and even in the dead of winter there is still the odd day when the sun can be hot in the right place. A half an hour a night after a bath in front of the lounge fire is one of the most relaxing times of the day, so slip out of your dressing gown and enjoy the warmth of the fire before going to bed.

Cheerio,

Ken Treanor

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Highlight of the summer months for us was our provisional acceptance for affiliation by the N.Z.S.A. We have received several letters of congratulations from members in various parts of the country. Thank you all.

A visit from Doug. and his touring party during the holidays was enjoyed by all, and we were sorry to see them leave.

Recently a film evening was held at which were shown slides of our own property, and some kindly lent from Wellington. A member who has spent three weeks in Singapore and Malaya showed some very interesting slides of these countries, and Joan from Christchurch screened two coloured movies of Milford Sound and various cities and towns in New Zealand.

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