Congratulations to Rachael Chalmers who was presented with Life Membership of the New Zealand Rose Society at the South Island Rose Ranfurly in Rangiora. Rachael first joined the Southland Rose Society in 2005, holding several positions until moving to Dunedin in 2013. In 2011, Rachael was appointed as Editor of the New Zealand Rose Annual, a position she held until 2018. During that time, Rachael oversaw the change to a full colour … [Read more...]
Three rosarians recognised
Three rosarians from the Manawatu were recently honoured with awards recognising their service to the rose in New Zealand. Peter Elliott was presented with the T.A. Stewart Memorial Award for service to the rose in Australia or New Zealand. Peter has had a significant involvement with the rose at local, national and international level. Locally, Peter has served three terms as President of the Manawatu Rose Society and is … [Read more...]