Ranfurly Shield arrives in New Plymouth. 1957. Part 1 ; Ranfurly Shield arrives in New Plymouth. 1957. [Part ?].

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Year
1957
Reference
143468
Media type
Audio
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Rights Information
Year
1957
Reference
143468
Media type
Audio
Categories
Radio programs
Sound recordings
Sports radio programs
Duration
00:21:30
Broadcast Date
1957
Credits
RNZ Collection
Burke, Peter Standish, 1927-, Speaker/Kaikōrero
Sullivan, John Lorraine, 1915-1990, Speaker/Kaikōrero

Side 1: Unidentified reporters describe the arrival of the Taranaki rugby team at New Plymouth airport. The Ranfurly Shield is held up by Captain Peter Burke at the doorway of aircraft. Burke comments on their Shield win. The Victory parade is described, and there are comments from officials.

Side 2: Official welcome back and congratulations to the team by the Mayor; a Taranaki Rugby Union representative, possibly Mr Gilhooly; Manager Jack Sullivan; and Captain Peter Burke. Mr Langdon, President of the Rugby Union, presents the Ranfurly Shield to Mr Gilhooly[?].