National Council of Women of New Zealand Incorporated

Date: 1993 - 1994

By: National Council of Women of New Zealand Incorporated; Tallon, Mary E, active 1993

Reference: OHColl-0387

Description: The oral history project aimed to look at the lives of individuals within the NCW, such as those who have been long time participants, women who have been prominent in national life, women who have made major voluntary contributions to their communities and women who have directly and indirectly influenced the lives of many New Zealand women. Interviewees are: Vivienne Boyd, Marjorie Best, Margaret Barrance, Maureen Burnley, Stella Casey, Mary Dixon, Nell Dixon, Helen Dashfield, Miriam Dell, Vera Ellen, Shirley Ellis, Edelene Dukes, Beth Ensor, Karen Glasgow, Sylvia Howden, Pauline Jenkins, Beverley Kingston, Kay McLeary, Beryl Paine, Beryl Polaschek, Stella Rolls, Anne Sandford, Pamela Sutton, Laurie Salas, Marianne Smith, Pamela Thynne, Kitty Vidal, Shirley Walker, Con Wrighton, Phyllis Weir, Ruth Wylie and Jocelyn Fish. Quantity: 75 C60 cassette(s). 31 printed abstract(s). 1 folder(s) (form only). 32 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete except for Jocelyn Fish.

From: Robson, John Lochiel, 1909-1991 : Papers

Reference: 92-162-10/09

Date: 1937-2006

By: National Council of Women of New Zealand. Wellington Branch

Reference: MS-Group-0224

Description: Contains Wellington Branch executive and general minutes (1937-2001), correspondence (1954-1987), committee reports (1945-1971), conference minutes, papers and reports, Wellington branch associates minutes (1955-1984), national minutes (1966-1970), national and international circulars and newsletters, seminar papers, submissions, copies of constitutions and by-laws and copies of miscellaneous publications and Acts of Parliament In 1917 the National Council of Women reconvened, having gone into recess in 1910. At this time it changed its structure and organised into a series of branches. The first branch established was in Wellington. Quantity: 16 box(es). 5.10 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescript and printed matter Finding Aids: Preliminary list available for all accessions. Transfers: Collection taken as a whole into Manuscripts. Transfers made from there to Photograph Archive. - To Photographic Archive - Two photographs from Acc 89-033 & photo of past presidents (A82-087) now at PAColl-8337; one album and loose photographs from A2006-147 (PAColl-8963); Four photographs from A2007-259 (PAColl-9176) - To Ephemera Collection - Child safety pamphlets (Nov 2008). Processing information: Accessions 81-148, 82-087 and 89-033 fully input but all other accessions require further sorting and inputting

Date: 28 April 1982

From: Dominion Post (Newspaper): Photographic negatives and prints of the Evening Post and Dominion newspapers

Reference: EP/1982/1275-F

Description: Women Members of Parliament meeting with the Speaker of the House, Sir John Harrison, to discuss the re-siting of a plaque presented by the national Council of Women to commemorate the granting of the franchise to women. Photograph taken 28 April 1982 by an Evening Post staff photographer. The group comprises (from left): Mary Batchelor, Ann Hercus, Marilyn Waring (foreground), Ruth Richardson (obscured), Helen Clark (background) and Margaret Shields. Quantity: 1 b&w original negative(s) strip with 3 images. Physical Description: Cellulose triacetate negative, 35mm

Date: 08 Oct 1999

From: Women's Studies Association feminist oral history project

By: Abigail, Jill, 1939?-; Hughes, Beryl, 1920-2015; Women's Studies Association (N.Z.)

Reference: OHInt-0556-04

Description: Beryl Hughes was born in Cowbridge, South Wales in 1920. Describes parents, childhood in Scotland, and winning a secondary school scholarship. Describes studying at Glasgow University during World War II's blackouts and bombings. Talks about husband George Hughes, a professor. Describes experiences as a mother, moving to New Zealand, and involvement with Playcentre. Describes becoming a tutor at Victoria University, Wellington when she had four children, juggling paid work and family work, and working as a senior lecturer in the Victoria's History Department for 25 years. Comments on discrimination against women in New Zealand compared with in the United Kingdom. Discusses growth of awareness of feminist issues. Mentions the impact of Phillida Bunkle's arrival at Victoria University. Comments on male and class bias in history. Discusses development of the history of women, children and the working class. Describes the effect of feminism on her professional relationships in the History Department. Discusses involvement with Abortion Law Reform Association of New Zealand (ALRANZ) and comments on her mother's views on women's rights. Discusses ALRANZ relationship with the more feminist Women's National Abortion Action Campaign (WONAAC). Explains involvement in the establishment of Victoria Univerity's Women's Studies Department under guidance of Phillida Bunkle. Mentions being the first chair of Board of Women Studies, and presenting guest lectures on medieval women and women in the church. Talks about the first Women's Studies Association Conference in Hamilton. Describes Women's Studies' Beryl Hughes Prize for best essay awarded annually. Reflects on the women's movement currently. Discusses books she has co-authored: "Red brick and blue stockings" on women at Victoria University with Sheila Ahern, and "Women in New Zealand Society" with Phillida Bunkle. Mentions current involvement with Karori Historical Society Journal, retirement, and her concern about employment opportunities for youth. Publication - Twelve years of AWA: the Association of Women Academics of the Victoria University of Wellington, 1987 / Beryl Hughes Interviewer(s) - Jill Abigail Accompanying material - Biographical information form Quantity: 2 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 Electronic document(s) - abstract. 1 interview(s). 1.35 Hours and minutes Duration. Physical Description: Textual files - Microsoft word Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-2652, OHDL-001001.

Date: 1948

From: [Ephemera of octavo size relating to women, women's roles, activities, issues, in New Zealand]

By: National Council of Women of New Zealand Incorporated

Reference: Eph-A-WOMEN-1948-01

Description: Programme for an Otago Centennial celebration by Otago women. Speakers and performers included Miss Winifred McNaughton, Miss Meda Paine's Choir, Mrs John Harris, Mrs O Campbell, Mrs Leicester Webb. The back page contains an invitation to attend a session of speakers Mrs Leicester Webb, Mrs John Harris and Miss Winifred McNaughton on the Home, the Working Front and the Arts, at the Town Hall Concert Chamber on 9 June 1948. Quantity: 1 colour photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Offset print, on folded pamphlet, 228 x 145 mm.

Date: 21 Jul 1978

From: Ronnie, Mary Allan, 1926-2023 : Papers

Reference: 95-249-2/04

Description: Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 26 Oct 1989

From: New Zealand Medical Women's Association: Records

By: Smith, Margaret Stuart, 1912-2007

Reference: OHInt-0019/03

Description: Margaret Stuart Smith recalls childhood, early decision to enter medicine, education and study at Otago Medical School in 1932, the other students, teaching staff including Professor Fitchett, attitude to women medical students, recalls the Stevenson-Wright family and Christie families, Claudia Weston and Grace Stanley. Describes her first post at Welllington Hospital as house surgeon in 1936, and decision to study anaesthetics, travel to London in 1939 for post graduate study in anaesthesia at Guy's Hospital, Dr McGill a noted anaesthetist and her appointment to Leicester and Coventry, Buster McFarland the head resident surgeon, the layout of Leicester Infirmary, Dr John Gillies, work at Bangour Emergency Service Hospital (just outside Edinburgh), Sir Harold Gillies (plastic surgeon), Norman Dot, Henry Wade, types of operations, German prisoners. Recalls return to London in 1945, work as anaesthetist registrar at the Sick Childrens' Hospital - Great Ormond Street, operating on children, return to New Zealand in 1946 and marriage, her work as consultant anaesthetist, effect of war on acceptance of women doctors, birth of her children, child care and careers of her children, attitude to working mothers, describes changes in anaesthesia techiques during her lifetime, attitude to anaesthetists, attitude to child care and working mothers, describes interest in social issues, National Council of Women Christchurch Branch, her health, attitude of husband. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Christchurch Interviewer(s) - Neville Glasgow Venue - Dr Smith's home in Christchurch Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-002461 Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 50 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB 426.

Date: 26 Aug 1993

From: The Dames Oral History Project

By: Horsman, Dorothea Jean (Dame), 1918-1994

Reference: OHInt-0046/13

Description: Dorothea Horsman describes her family background; childhood; tertiary education at Auckland University, graduating with MA (Hons) - history; the student association; involvement in the debating society; teaching career at Auckland Girls' Grammar School; meeting and marrying husband, Ernest Allan Horsman; childrens' careers; working and rearing children in England while husband attended Oxford University and later worked as editor of supplement to Oxford English Dictionary. Recalls returning to New Zealand and representing Otago University staff wives at Dunedin Branch of the National Council of Women; describes branch work and liaison with national office; offices held; the work involved in the Register of Resolutions; reference Vivienne Boyd and PEP (unemployment scheme); aims of the Council; United Nations Convention for the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW); reference Connie Purdue; development of attitude of Council on abortion issue and CEDAW; reference to Catholic Women's League, Country Women's Institute, Women's Division of Federated Farmers and Ann Hercus. Discusses deputations to ministers of crown; reaction of Frank Gill; differences in style between cabinet ministers; Council asked to comment on the establishment of the Ministry of Women's Affairs; feelings about the Ministry; effect on women's organisations of increasing number of women in paid employment; reasons for own involvement with Council; details contribution of various Council members:- Mavis Tiller, Ruth Wylie, Dorothy Winstone, Miriam Dell, Laurie Salas, Vivienne Boyd, Stella Casey, Jocelyn Fish, Vera Dowie (?), Shirley Ross; preference of careers. Talks about feminism; attitude of Robert Muldoon to CEDAW; reference Miriam Dell, Margaret Mead, Marilyn Waring; feelings on progress in achieving equality; describes 'dialogue / play reading' produced by 90th Anniversary Women's Suffrage (1983); the Women's Appointment File; reference Jim McLay; community involvements such as Arthritis Foundation; distribution of telethon funds; return to Otago University to complete MA (Hons) in Russian; involvement in the Clutha Action Committee; feelings about DBE award; current health; motivations; most satisfying aspect of life. Accompanying material - copy of curriculum vitae outlining work, experience and publications. Venue - Dunedin Interviewer(s) - Susan Fowke Venue - 10 Balmoral Street, Opoho, Dunedin Quantity: 3 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 2.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB 1139. Search dates: 1993

Date: 15 Jul 1993

From: The Dames Oral History Project

By: Casey, Stella Katherine (Dame), 1924-2000

Reference: OHInt-0046/11

Description: Dame Stella Casey recalls details of her family background; childhood; religious upbringing; education; role model, aunt Margy Hickey; teaching career; university study; meeting and marriage to Maurice Eugene Casey; difficulties of motherhood; pregnancy and childbirth. Describes first involvement with voluntary work through Parent Teacher Association; formation of Catholic Women's League branch of East Coast Bays; Eileen Ford; explains satisfaction gained from involvement with people; career opportunities; comparision of women's community in Auckland and Christchurch; compares work in National Council of Women with Catholic Women's League; the work of the Parliamentary Watch Committee; involvement with Hato Petera College; discusses a newspaper article about the events at Parihaka during the land wars; attitude towards the Advisory Committee on Women's Affairs. Discusses the 1970s abortion debate; views on the Society for the Protection of the Unborn Child; views on the way some issues handled by Roman Catholicism, such as celibacy of priests and ordination of women; reaction to the anti abortion lobby; contact with lesbians through women's conferences; views on feminism; sexism; attitude towards winning award as Dame; time with grandchildren; goals in life; attitude towards careers women; most satisfying aspect of life. Accompanying material - Copy of curriculum vitae which gives full list of voluntary involvements and public and elected positions. Venue - Wellington Interviewer(s) - Susan Fowke Venue - 5/144 Oriental Parade, Wellington Quantity: 4 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 3.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB 1140. Search dates: 1993

Date: 23 Nov 1993

From: The Dames Oral History Project

By: Winstone, Dorothy Gertrude (Dame), 1919-2014

Reference: OHInt-0046/20

Description: Dorothy Winstone recalls family background; childhood; views on religion and Methodist Church; political views; involvement with Orakei Educational Foundation at Bastion Point; the Methodist church and biculturalism. Discusses education and continuing association with Auckland Girls' Grammar School. Compares course options with those of today. Mentions Charmaine Pountney, AGGS principal; and experience of Auckland University. Discusses own independence of thought; joy of teaching; courtship and marriage to Wilfred Winstone; the family business. Describes motherhood; long involvement in voluntary work starting during World War II; reasons for joining Federation of University Women; experiences as treasurer; work as member of the Auckland University Council; involvement with National Council of Women. Compares working with women with working with men. Discusses being a commissioner on the Royal Commission on Contraception, Sterilisation and Abortion; feelings about the United Women's Conventions in 1973 and 1975; becoming a Dame in 1990; involvement in activities for the 1993 Centennial of Women's Suffrage. Venue - Auckland Interviewer(s) - Susan Fowke Venue - 17 Tuhaere Street, Orakei, Auckland Quantity: 3 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 2.20 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB 1128. Search dates: 1993

Date: 19 September 1968 - 19 Sep 1968

By: Bryant, Rodney, active 1968; Lovell-Smith, Hilda Kate, 1886-1973; Grigg, J (Mrs), active 1968; National Council of Women of New Zealand Incorporated

Reference: OHColl-0257/1

Description: Recording by Hilda Kate Lovell-Smith and Mrs J H Grigg, of the Dominion Executive of the Womens'Christian Temperance Union for the NZBC. It was broadcast on the 75th anniversary of Universal Franchise in New Zealand. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Wellington and Christchurch Interviewer(s) - Rodney Bryant Venue - Wellington (Mrs Grigg) ; Christchurch (Mrs Lovell-Smith) Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHT5-0850 Quantity: 1 5" reel(s). 18 Minutes Duration. Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - MS-Papers-1371.

Date: 13 July 1983 - 13 Jul 1983

From: New Zealand Nursing Education and Research Foundation oral history project

By: Shadbolt, Yvonne Telford, 1933-; Jackson, Beryl Annie, 1892-1986

Reference: OHInt-0014/080

Description: Beryl Jackson, schoolteacher, friend and co-worker of Miss Mary Lambie. Was involved with National Council of Women (NCW) and Pan Pacific Womens Organization etc. Recalls early days at Auckland Training College and University where she did a degree in Botany, completing it at Victoria University Wellington under Professor Kirk. Describes nurses she has met and gives her view on the relationship between the sexes. Talks about formation of University of New Zealand and mentions Dr George Currie and his wife who were brought from Australia for this purpose and their interest in forming a faculty of nursing - explains why this idea has taken so long to materialise. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Auckland Other - limited biographical information available Interviewer(s) - Yvonne Shadbolt Venue - 19 Frater Ave., Milford, Auckland Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-000092; OHLC-000077; OHLC-004211 Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 1 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-2171 (hand written).

Date: 3 July 1993 - 03 Jul 1993

From: Women in a Mining Town, Waihi 1883-1993, Oral History Project

By: Malone, Moira Dorothy, 1923-2009

Reference: OHInt-0067/097

Description: Moira Dorothy Malone born Matamata and came to Waihi to farm 1960. Describes church based programme called Interview 69 and Community Development Committee which was formed later. Talks about Festival of Flowers which has now become Waihi Summer Festivel. Recalls Rotary Award received 1973. Mentions New Zealand Herald's documentation of Community involvement. Reflects on activities during World War II - fundraising to send parcels to soldiers overseas. Talks about Dr Hetherington who had been in Waihi 43 years and had Hetherington House name after him. Other topics covered include: involvement in Catholic Women's League and National Council of Women; views on gold mining - feels it is an asset to the Town. Mentions Owen Morgan who was Mayor of Waihi for many years. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Waihi Other - limited biographical information available Interviewer(s) - Rose MacBeth Venue - Waihi Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-005867A; OHV-0269E Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 videocassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 45 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available AB-1274.

Date: 16 Feb 1994

From: The Dames Oral History Project

By: Dell, Miriam Patricia (Dame), 1924-2022

Reference: OHInt-0046/17

Description: Miriam Dell outlines family background; childhood; effect of public life on expression of contentious issues; subjects taken at University of Auckland, interests; courtship and marriage to Richard Dell; details of husband's career; subjects taught as teacher at Otahuhu College; marriage and expectations of life; teaching during early motherhood; finances in early part of married life; enjoyment of family life; marriage as a partnership; family and work demands; gaining experience of public speaking while in London; learning management skills at a young wives group organised by the Saint James Anglican Church, Lower Hutt. Describes issues at first national conference attended of the National Council of Women; involved in major issues: sex education, teenagers; the effect of Mavis Tiller becoming National Council of Women president; evolution of organisation; establishing links with government; Council offices; learning curves of being involved with International Council of Women (ICW); working with representatives of United Nations; involvement of ongoing activity of ICW; visiting affiliated countries; delegations to international conferences. Discusses representing women on 1969 National Development Council; lead up to the setting up of the Ministry of Women's Affairs and own involvement; involvement in United Nations conferences for Decade of Women; work on sub-committee to deal with International Women's Year (New Zealand), conflict between some women's groups, public backlash and apathy; recalls submissions to the 1971 Committee for Inquiry into Equal Pay; goals in life; work of the 1993 Suffrage Trust; details development work on Museum of New Zealand Project Development Board; involvement in conservation issues; role in Anglican Church; feelings about public honours; current activities; the future. Venue - Wellington Interviewer(s) - Susan Fowke Venue - Ministry of Women's Affairs, Wellington Quantity: 4 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 3.15 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB 1133. Search dates: 1994

Date: 20 May 1993

From: Nurses and Midwives Oral History Project

By: Motley, Joyce, 1928-

Reference: OHInt-0138/4

Description: Joyce Motley born Raetihi. Describes family background. Refers to Dr Williams. Gives reasons for entering nursing, starting in nurse aide training course. Describes wards at Silverstream Hospital. Recalls being diagnosed with TB (Tuberculosis) and being a patient at Silverstream (1945-1947). Describes conditions, treatment for tuberculosis and dental care. Retured to Wanganui as nurse aide at Jubilee Hospital. Talks about involvement in Nursing politics. Refers to Margaret Pickard and Iris Martin. Recalls tutoring at Wellington Hospital and later being sole tutor at Wanganui. Describes poliomyelitis epidemic early 1950s and organising St John's volunteer help during epidemic. Recalls setting up Central Sterile Supply Unit at Wanganui. Specialised in midwifery. Describes building of St Helen's Hospital. Discusses involvement with New Zealand Nurses Association (NNA); involvement with National Council of Women; International nursing activities; ICN and election to ICN Board of Directors at Congress in Los Angeles 1981. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Wellington Interviewer(s) - Marie Burgess Venue - Paraparaumu Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-006234-006238 Quantity: 5 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 5 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB-1423.

Date: 19 Aug, 7 Oct 1998

From: First Church of Otago 150th anniversary oral history project

By: Ibbotson, Beryl Dorrien, 1914-2020

Reference: OHInt-0441-06

Description: Beryl Dorrien (Dawn) Ibbotson (nee Smith) born Gore. Outlines family background - father, Ethelbert (Bert) Cann Smith, was a country lawyer and Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge in New Zealand. Mother, Frances Hagell Smith (nee Every) was very community minded with an interest in Dr Barnardos Homes and Methodist Church. Describes childhood and property around family home. Describes problems of the Depression (1930s); boarding school in 6th form at Timaru Girls' High School, with reference to principal, Rhoda Barr; Methodist church Sunday school and holiday cottage at Kaka Point. Compares Methodist and Presbyterian churches. Other topics covered include: social life while at University; Studholme Hall; Home Science Students' Association; marriage in Gore; teaching career; involvement in Mornington Presbyterian Church; involvement with National Council of Women; Plunket Mothers Club; Young Marrieds activities; feminism; PWMU (Presbyterian Women's Missionary Union) and APW (Association of Presbyterian Women); merge of Moray Place Congregational Church with First Church, with reference to Lloyd Gammon; interest in `Inclusive language'; women's role in church, with reference to United Women's Convention; The Flower Flame Exhibition in Church; The Tapestry, conceived by Denzil Brown and organised by Jan Wilson of Polytechnic - a six year project. Recalls experience as a member of Knox College Council (later the Knox College and Salmond Hall Council) and membership of Teachers Council. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Interviewer(s) - Joanne Aitken Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-007718-007721 Quantity: 4 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s) (plus one amended copy of abstract). 3.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-2029. Search dates: 1998

Date: 3 Sep 1998 - 03 Sep 1998

From: Southland oral history project

By: Douglas, Letitia Joan, 1916-2002; Faul, Alva M, active 1998

Reference: OHInt-0464/07

Description: Letitia Douglas was born in Invercargill in 1916 and has lived there all her life. Recalls her education at Waihopai School and Southland Girls High School and general, maternity, Plunket, midwifery and postgraduate nursing training. Mentions having had life long asthma. Describes joining Guides in 1929 and being in the Southland Girls High School Company and the St John's Church Guide Company. Decribes camping, patrols, promise, laws, good turns and flags. Describes being a midwife at St Helens for five years and charge sister at Queen Victoria Maternity Hospital in Invercargill. Mentions provinical commissioners and involvement with Brownies. Describes the visits of Baden Powell, camp training and provincial camps. Recalls visiting Guide Headquarters in London with husband Gerry Donaldson. Mentions the Southland Trefoil Guild and South Island Trefoil Annual Gathering. Describes involvement with the National Council of Women (NCW), the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB), Meals on Wheels Committee and Registered Nurses Association. Discusses awards received including the Guiding Medal of Merit, the Queen's Service Medal and the Service Award for the NCW. Interviewer(s) - Alva Faul Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHMD-0052 Quantity: 1 MiniDisc(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 1 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - other brief abstract OHA-2684. Two photos of Letitia Douglas

Date: 4 Feb 1919

From: Hall-Jones, William (Sir), 1851-1936 :Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-5755-68

Description: Letter written on behalf of National Council of Women concerning the "eligibility for Parliament" campaign Other - PP17 in original listing Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 01 Nov 1999

From: Nursing biographies - Wellington Polytechnic, 1973-1998

By: Brunton, Dorothy Elizabeth, 1946-2011

Reference: OHInt-0599/19

Description: Dorothy Elizabeth (Liz) Brunton born Hamilton 1946. Talks about nursing background, training at Dunedin 1964-67, and midwifery, 6 months at Christchurch 1972. After overseas experience studied at Victoria University, majoring in Psychology and Nursing Studies. Recalls undertaking a research programme at St Helen's Hospital. Mentions Bea Salmon. Describes various nursing positions before commencing at Wellington Polytechnic in 1984 teaching the obstetric module before moving to midwifery programme. Talks about the political movement in New Zealand for Independent Midwives with reference to the `normality of childbirth'. Discusses her involvement in committees associated with women's self autonomy - taking responsibility for their health and alternative remedies. Recalls serving on the National Council of Nurses, National Council of Women as Vice President, Family and Child Committee, (GMT Information agency) and Women's Health Resource Centre in Wellington. Recalls joining the Domino Midwives group in 1992. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Interviewer(s) - Yvonne Langridge Venue - Massey University Wellington Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-009756 Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-3239.