West Melton School War Memorial unveiling

West Melton School War Memorial unveiling.

Friday 29th August 2014

 Mackenzie H playing 'The Last Post' at the beginning of our ceremony.

 Brigadier McKee talking to the students about what the memorial means.

 Denise Sheet, our local kaumatua who blessed the memorial.

 Our two newest students Archie & Emma helping to unveil the memorial.

 Our Head Students, on behalf of the school, laying the wreaths they made.

 Mr Blondell & Mr D, with Mrs Jackson.

 Colin Watson, holding medals that his ancestor Charles Watson received during WWI.

 Laura M with her dad Brett.

 Leaha W next to the wreath her Mum, Angela made.

 Brigadier McKee with Jessie & Mrs McKee.

Servicemen from West Melton, who gave their lives during WWI & II.

Thank you to Mr Dawson & Mr Blondell, who initiated and built the West Melton School War Remembrance.  We look forward to our West Melton Community using the memorial at
ANZAC Day.