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1 Croatian Cultural Society Of New Zealand (Inc) Hrvatsko Kulturno Društvo Newsletter September, 2013 Volume 25 3 rd Quarterly Members Meeting Sunday 3 rd February, pm The 3rd Quarterly Members meeting for the 2012/2013 year will be held at our Society Club rooms at 3pm. All members and their families can stay on following the meeting as Sunday Dinner will be available. Agenda Apologies Treasurer s report Events Calendar CCS Kids Playgroup Kids Christmas Party KT 20th Anniversary Concert Friday 22 nd March, am at the CCS Club rooms Sunday 1 st December, pm, CCS clubrooms Saturday 7 th December, pm, CCS clubrooms Minutes of previous quarterly Financial Overseer s report Correspondence incoming/ General business President s report Presidents Report - September 2013 I would like to welcome back all of our members who have returned recently from Croatia. I hope you all had an enjoyable time away and look forward to seeing you at the club again soon. We have been notified that Tonći Čović has resigned his position as Honorary Consul General for the Republic of Croatia due to health reasons. Tonći has been a significant supporter of the Croatian Cultural Society from the beginning and he has made a great contribution to the wider NZ Croatian Community over many years. On behalf of all members I would like to Tarara Croatian Tour 2013, Opatija, Croatia sincerely thank Tonći for his services to our community and wish him all the best for the future. After a relatively quiet period over the winter, we have a full schedule of events to look forward to between now and Christmas. These events include: Inter-Village Soccer Tournament: Friday 25 th of October and Sunday the 27 th October. This promises to be another great event in our calendar, with entertainment and enjoyment for all the family, so make sure you come along! See the enclosed schedule of games for more detail. Nenad Vetma & Petar Dragojević Concert: Saturday 2 nd of November. Petar is Oliver 4th July, 2013 Kralj Tomislav performing in front of a full house including the honourable Paula Bennet.

Dragojević s son and a renowned artist in his own right. This is our biggest concert so far this year and it promises to be a great night, so don t miss out on getting your tickets.

2 Dragojević s son and a renowned artist in his own right. This is our biggest concert so far this year and it promises to be a great night, so don t miss out on getting your tickets. Refer to the flyer in this newsletter for more details. Ladies Luncheon: Sunday 10 th of November. Last year s Ladies Luncheon was a great success, and I m sure that this one will be as well. Please refer to the enclosed flyer for more details. Trio Gušt Concert: Saturday 30 th of November. This band is a real favourite, and this will be another musical treat for all those that are keen to dance the night away. More details to follow in our next newsletter. Kralj Tomislav 20 th Anniversary and Christmas Concert: Saturday 7 th of December. This is a true milestone in the history of our society, and we believe that it will be an event that is worthy of the occasion. We will have a programme of great performances including a guest performance by Hrvatska Zora from Melbourne. So, make sure you get in early to secure seats as they will be very limited. See the flyer for more details. Please make an effort to attend as many of these functions as possible and support your society. Also, if you are willing to volunteer your time to assist at any of these events then please make yourself known to any member of the committee your help would be appreciated. Bog i Hrvati Len Stulich KT Tour to Croatia 2013 The Kralj Tomislav Senior Folklore Ensemble have recently returned from yet another highly successful tour of Croatia. Together with Ti Ihi Connections from Wellington, and seven members of Klapa Samoana from Auckland, the group assembled in Zagreb on the 27th of June which marked the start of their tour through the Northern regions of Croatia. The first few days were focused on rehearsals, together with the HRT Tamburica Orchestra and special guest soloists in preparation for what was to be the most prestigious and important concert of the tour- the televised performance in Opatija on the 4th of July. From Zagreb the group travelled to Rovijn, where they were based for 6 days, in the beautiful Amarin Resort. The first performance in Bale marked what was to be the start of many stellar shows, followed by another outstanding concert in Pula, in the grounds of the Kaštel overlooking the city. The 'Tarara Tour' as it was known, was highly publicized throughout Croatia, with billboards and posters plastered all over the towns the group was to visit. Our highlight concert- in Opatija on the 4th of July was an experience the groups will never forget. Sharing the stage with Croatian superstars such as Đani Stipaničev, Miroslav Škoro, Vedran Mlikota, and Jacques Houdek, this highly anticipated show was filmed by Hrvatska Televisia, and televised at primetime the following Saturday evening throughout Croatia. The group was delighted to have an audience filled with family, friends, and dignitaries, including MP Paula Bennet, and our very own President Len Stulich. The following morning the group boarded their bus and made their way across country to the town of Djakovo, where they were to participate in the Đakovački Vezovi Festival' with countless groups from across Croatia and the rest of the world. After showcasing their unique repertoires, both Ti Ihi Connections and the Klapa Samoana dominated both local and national media, as being the standout performers of the festival. Our own senior ensemble was also highly commended for their professionalism and skill by all those who participated. The last two concerts in Našice and finally Krapina were again received with great enthusiasm and standing ovations. Throughout the entire tour, so many generous sponsors and friends treated the group to incredible sightseeing experiences and hospitality.

The group would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who made this experience

To Mate Junjovic, for once again supplying the transport throughout the tour, to their tour

without their generous support this would not have been Thank you to the Croatian Cultural

Finally and most importantly- the group would like to say the biggest thank you to Krešimir

group he opportunity to experience their culture and heritage in a way that they could never have

3 The group would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who made this experience possible. To Mate Junjovic, for once again supplying the transport throughout the tour, to their tour leader, Marko Purič and official photographer, Davor Dragičević, and all the major sponsors whom without their generous support this would not have been possible. Thank you to the Croatian Cultural Society, and everyone in New Zealand who kindly donated towards this tourwe are so grateful. Finally and most importantly- the group would like to say the biggest thank you to Krešimir Starčević and his family for their continuing support of the group and the Croatian Cultural Society of New Zealand. Their commitment and love of all things Folklore and the special bond that we share has given the group he opportunity to experience their culture and heritage in a way that they could never have imagined. All this helped towards strengthening the ties between NZ and our homeland both for this generation and the next. We are forever in their debt. Kralj Tomislav Folklore Ensemble Photos taken at the Opatija Concert, 4th of July, Photos courtesy of Josip Matkovic

Society Information Bereavement Notice To all members and families who have lost loved ones, we offer our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies.

For booking, options and more information please contact Florence Rakich on 021 430 896 CCS Soccer NK Auckland Croatia If you are interested in registering for soccer with our Society, contact Mate

Mate Miočevich: 021-966-262 Branko Torbarina: 027-245-8460 Croatia Cricket If you have an interest in cricket in Croatia or would like any further information on Croatian Cricket in general

7 Society Information Bereavement Notice To all members and families who have lost loved ones, we offer our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies. Počivali u Miru Božjem CCS Hall Hire Hall and kitchen available for events and functions. For booking, options and more information please contact Florence Rakich on CCS Soccer NK Auckland Croatia If you are interested in registering for soccer with our Society, contact Mate Miočevich or Branko Torbarina for more information about joining NK Auckland Croatia. Mate Miočevich: Branko Torbarina: Croatia Cricket If you have an interest in cricket in Croatia or would like any further information on Croatian Cricket in general (including the possibility of representing the Croatian National Team), please contact: John Vujnovich Croatian Library The Society s library is currently under construction. Thank you for your patience. Croatian Radio On air every Sunday. Listen to the latest overseas and local news, commentaries and music. The Auckland programme is sponsored by the Croatian Cultural Society and all members are invited to support the broadcasting. AUCKLAND FM Sundays 7.45pm to 8.30pm Hosts: Leo Panzich, Nikša Sardelich, Dragica Katich, Antun Patajac. Our Kitchen Sunday Dinners 6pm Call between 3pm and 5pm to pre-book your dinner or come along and place your order. Cost $15 for a delicious hot dinner provided by the Sunday evening kitchen crew. Croatian Rugby Reps NZ If you are interested in being associated or playing rugby in Croatia (with the possibility of playing for the Croatian National Team), contact the New Zealand Representatives for Croatian Rugby: Michael Borich: Michael Nola: Paul Vegar: Folklore Senior Group: 16yrs and over Middle Group: 11yrs 15yrs, Junior Group: 4yrs 10yrs KT Registrations: Anyone interested in joining The Kralj Tomislav Folklore Ensemble please visit the CCS Website for a registration form. Contacts: Goran Kačurov: kacurovs@yahoo.co.nz Nada Stulich: nada.stulich@xtra.co.nz New Members Invited If you have friends and family that are eligible to join, encourage them to enjoy the privilege of being a member of our Society. We offer our members a place where they can uphold their Croatian identity and enjoy the services on offer including sports, kolo, choir, card playing, bowls, library services and film nights, various social functions and more. Your nomination and their membership will be mutually rewarding to us all. Subscriptions A friendly reminder to those members who have overlooked their membership. If you are unsure of the status of your membership please call the Secretary for an update. We remind you that only financial members are eligible to attend the Members Meetings. New Member Applications According to the rules of our Society, any objection to any membership application notification must be lodged in writing to the Secretary within 14 days of notification. CCS Children s Playgroup The CCS Children s Playgroup is meeting fortnightly on Friday mornings, from 9:30am-12:00pm as suits. The next day of playgroup for 2013 is Friday March 22 nd. All are welcome for a coffee and kids play time. If you have any questions or would like to join the database, please contact Iva Stulich at ivastulich@gmail.com. Tamburica & Instrumental Tuition Lessons If you or any person you know of are interested in learning the tamburica or another musical instrument, contact: Goran Kačurov: Croatian Language Lessons For information about learning the Croatian language please contact the club secretary on: ccssecretary@hotmail.co.nz.

Key Contacts Croatian Cultural Society of NZ Inc. 161 McLeod Road, Te Atatu South, PO Box 83 139 Edmonton, Waitakere 0652 www.croatianclub.

nz Goran Katich Boženka Mrkusich Stefan Erceg Katica Katich: ccssecretary@hotmail.co.

8 Key Contacts Croatian Cultural Society of NZ Inc. 161 McLeod Road, Te Atatu South, PO Box Edmonton, Waitakere Phone / Fax: Key Contacts President Vice Presidents Treasurer Secretary Committee Len Stulich: / len@adriacp.co.nz Goran Katich Boženka Mrkusich Stefan Erceg Katica Katich: ccssecretary@hotmail.co.nz Jelica Arnerich Nick Bonkovich Micijel Herceg Tui Kennar Steve Laus Tanya Middleton Florence Rakich Vesna Ravkin Vesna Stulich Branko Torbarina Bob Vicelich Rosana Vuksich Financial Overseers Anthony Pervan Frank Vujnovich Newsletter Hall Hire & Function Bookings Katica Katich: ccssecretary@hotmail.co.nz Florence Rakich Sports Field Hire Branko Torbarina: Bar Manager Kitchen Manager Kolo Tutor / Folklore Director Goran Katich Vesna Stulich Goran Kačurov Catholic Church Suzanne Pincevic: Mothers Coffee Group Women s League Tanya Urlich Iva Stulich Zdenka Batistich Suzanne Pinčević

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