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It is with great sadness that I report the passing away of Vic Campbell. As Vic was the husband of Margaret Campbell, it is not right that Margaret be expected to write a report for Otago. Their AGM has been delayed, but will be organised as soon as is possible.

Vic Campbell passed away suddenly on the 2nd of March, after attending a meeting with the Mayor of Dunedin. This meeting was to organise a delegation from Dunedin, to go to Scotland, in August, 2006.

Dunedin had, in the last year, formed a Sister City arrangement with Edinburgh and the Lord Provost of Edinburgh had extended an invitation for a delegation from Dun-edin to visit Edinburgh. As Margaret was on the Committee, they decided that this would be a good time to make a trip to Scotland. They left the meeting in high spirits, with this thought in their minds. It was raining, and as Margaret had suffered a broken collar bone some weeks before, Vic, always the gentleman, left Margaret in the shelter, on the footpath, while he went to the car to open the door. As he was taking a long time, Margaret decided to go and help, and arrived in time to see him collapse. Passing motorists were stopped, and an ambulance was called, but it was all too late.

Margaret and Vic met when Margaret was 18, but delayed marriage for 6 years, as Vic wanted to have a home all paid for before they married. This decision of Vic’s was due to being brought up the hard way, and doing things right. The marriage was a happy one, as both of them enjoyed similar interests.

Vic was in the railways and did a lot of shift work, which usually puts a lot of strain on a marriage. He loved Siamese cats and used to travel around New Zealand attending shows, at which he won the New Zealand championship one year.

Grandsons, being what Grandsons are, bought Vic a lovely Blue Point Siamese cat for last fathers day. The cats name is Missy, and she has been fretting since Vic passed away.

The funeral was held in the First Church, which was fitting, as it was the church that Vic and Margaret attended, as well as the church that they married in. Their daughter, Julie, was also married there. The church was full of Scottish Society, Clan Campbell Society, Railway men and well wishers from all over Dunedin.

Lynn Taylor, Secretary of the Clan Campbell Society of Otago, and Mary Corbett, also of the Clan Campbell Society, and both close friends of Vic and Margaret, spoke at the funeral. Margaret has now returned to her home, and has decided to get on with life and make the best of it.

There are a few walking wounded in Dunedin. Mary Corbett has had a shoulder reconstruction done. I have been reliably informed that this was caused by putting her shoulder to the wheel too often. Margaret has a badly broken collar bone, probably for the same reason. Lillian has had some dental treatment and teeth removed,which is causing some difficulty with the new teeth. We can only hope that there are no more injuries, and that you all get back to full health soon.

Future activities Visitors are always welcome at any of our meetings or other activities. Please contact us Phone (03) 325 2773 if you need help with transport. Many of our members are interested in their family history. We must get a Genealogy Group set up and hold a few meetings to help members seek the information they need. It would be a good idea if all members researched their familt trees. Some of us may find our branches intertwined. Please phone Bob or Alistair if you are interested.
			Canterbury News Four members of the Clan Campbell, and families, attended the Scottish Heritage Council picnic, at Halswell Quarry, on January 22nd. The lovely hot day was thoroughly enjoyed by all, with the Caledonian Pipe Band providing lifting music for the afternoon. Pat and Alistair again took part in a wonderful tribute to the great Bard, at a Scottish Society Burns Supper, on January 28th. This function is getting better each year and really should not be missed. On Easter Monday, April 17th, the Scottish Heritage Council again organised a bus trip to the Mackenzie Highland Fair, at Fairlie. This was once again a great trip, but unfortunately, only three clan members attended. The cost of $25 included (free) entry to the games. All the clans marched in the Grand Parade with their banners flying. Try to keep Easter Monday free in 2007, and plan to join in this trip. You can bring your own food and drink, or there is plenty to buy at the fair, including generous whitebait sandwiches and free rabbit sausages this year. The organisers again provided a tent, complete with tables and chairs for our use. Our Annual General Meeting will be held at noon, on Saturday May 20th, starting with a pot luck lunch, at the home of Pat and Alistair, 12 West Belt, Lincoln. Please note that the day has been changed to a Saturday, as at least six of our members are permanently excluded on Sundays. We will try to find a convenient day for our future meetings at the AGM. We look forward to seeing you all here then. Please phone Pat (325 2773) if you require transport.
Please use the email below to contact the branch as_pacampbell@yahoo.com			Otago News It is with great sadness that I report the passing away of Vic Campbell. As Vic was the husband of Margaret Campbell, it is not right that Margaret be expected to write a report for Otago. Their AGM has been delayed, but will be organised as soon as is possible. Vic Campbell passed away suddenly on the 2nd of March, after attending a meeting with the Mayor of Dunedin. This meeting was to organise a delegation from Dunedin, to go to Scotland, in August, 2006. Dunedin had, in the last year, formed a Sister City arrangement with Edinburgh and the Lord Provost of Edinburgh had extended an invitation for a delegation from Dun-edin to visit Edinburgh. As Margaret was on the Committee, they decided that this would be a good time to make a trip to Scotland. They left the meeting in high spirits, with this thought in their minds. It was raining, and as Margaret had suffered a broken collar bone some weeks before, Vic, always the gentleman, left Margaret in the shelter, on the footpath, while he went to the car to open the door. As he was taking a long time, Margaret decided to go and help, and arrived in time to see him collapse. Passing motorists were stopped, and an ambulance was called, but it was all too late. Margaret and Vic met when Margaret was 18, but delayed marriage for 6 years, as Vic wanted to have a home all paid for before they married. This decision of Vic’s was due to being brought up the hard way, and doing things right. The marriage was a happy one, as both of them enjoyed similar interests. Vic was in the railways and did a lot of shift work, which usually puts a lot of strain on a marriage. He loved Siamese cats and used to travel around New Zealand attending shows, at which he won the New Zealand championship one year. Grandsons, being what Grandsons are, bought Vic a lovely Blue Point Siamese cat for last fathers day. The cats name is Missy, and she has been fretting since Vic passed away. The funeral was held in the First Church, which was fitting, as it was the church that Vic and Margaret attended, as well as the church that they married in. Their daughter, Julie, was also married there. The church was full of Scottish Society, Clan Campbell Society, Railway men and well wishers from all over Dunedin. Lynn Taylor, Secretary of the Clan Campbell Society of Otago, and Mary Corbett, also of the Clan Campbell Society, and both close friends of Vic and Margaret, spoke at the funeral. Margaret has now returned to her home, and has decided to get on with life and make the best of it. There are a few walking wounded in Dunedin. Mary Corbett has had a shoulder reconstruction done. I have been reliably informed that this was caused by putting her shoulder to the wheel too often. Margaret has a badly broken collar bone, probably for the same reason. Lillian has had some dental treatment and teeth removed,which is causing some difficulty with the new teeth. We can only hope that there are no more injuries, and that you all get back to full health soon.
			Auckland News Auckland held their AGM on the 26th of March 2006. There were several changes to those at the helm, the most noteworthy is that Gordon has handed over the Presidency to Colin Campbell. Vice President Keith Campbell also stepped aside, due to ill health, but will remain in the committee, as will Gordon. These moves meant that two new Vice Presidents were required. Malcolm returns to the fold and Auckland’s first lady Vice President, Mrs Rosemary McVillar, has been elected as the other Vice President. Mrs McVillar played a big part recently in the revision of the Auckland Constitution, which has now been officially approved. One of the amendments limits the Presidency to a period of three years, after at least one year as Vice President. Another amendment allows the branch to have an Auckland Patron, and the branch has appointed Gordon Campbell to this new position following his retirement as President, after 16 years at the helm. This appointment applies only to Auckland. Sir Robin Campbell, the senior Campbell in New Zealand, is the Patron of Clan Campbell for New Zealand. Gordon, in his departure from the Presidency, gave a report on the build up of the Society from 1989 to the present time. He retires with the branch in good health and with a new leader.

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