Dear Members,
Hope you all have fared well under the lockdown. Our world as we know it has changed forever and with it so many people and businesses have had to pivot the way we do things. I for one thing have had to learn to do virtual bra fittings! Who would have thought that I could continue to offer the same level of service 6 weeks ago by learning how to do that thru Zoom! Love it or hate it technology is incredible to keep many of us connected whether by business or socially.
I have to say I’m looking forward to Level 2 as I’m sure many of you will be as well. However I have enjoyed the peacefulness and connecting to nature, listening to more birds-----and no traffic! Walking 5-7 km most days so I’ll be fit if nothing else! Many have been creative in the kitchen and for many families they have learnt to enjoy each other and do outdoor things together. I’ve seen many families out enjoying their bike rides----let’s hope this positive aspect remains and we continue to enjoy a slower pace of life.
These are tough times for many. We as a group especially feel for the large number of airline industry staff who have had their careers cut short. We send them our support and let’s put word out there by mentioning them to any businesses we know of that are looking for staff. If anyone does hear of opportunities post them on Folded Wings Association Facebook page or email foldedwingsnz@gmail.com If you know of any flight attendants who love fashion and want flexibility tell them to contact me as we are hiring right now.
We have the go ahead to place Folded Wings Ass flyers out at Cabin Services at the airport for those Flight Attendants who are leaving; bearing in mind it will be a bit raw for some right now. We as a committee have decided to offer FREE membership for new members until 30th September 2020. We have updated the website to depict this and encourage you to be pro-active in encouraging new membership and the benefits of socialising at monthly coffee groups, quiz nights and members rates at functions with priority over non-members. Joining form is on our website Home page.
Sadly we lost a life member, Irene Kingwill. Irene passed away on 29 March aged 91 years. Irene was one of the early Flight Hostesses on T.E.A.L, flying on the Solent flying boats between Auckland, Sydney and the Coral Route to Tahiti. She was at the inaugural meeting of Folded Wings Association and became an early secretary and was made a Life Member. Our thoughts go out to her family.
Many will remember the beautiful blonde Sue Day Nelson who flew with Air NZ for a number of years and sadly passed away last week age only 69. We pass on our condolences to Deborah and Chelsea and her extended family.
Joy Tongue attended our Christmas Party in November 2019 and in January her health deteriorated and unfortunately she lost her brave battle with cancer and died peacefully age 77 years on 15th January. Joy was a fun loving and much loved member of Folded Wings Association and will be sadly missed. RIP Joy.
An aviation enthusiast, David Cosgrove, has made contact with us via our website to put a request out to FWA members. David is a private individual with a strong interest in things aviation. He has an extensive collection of aviation memorabilia including Air NZ and is especially keen on the era of the DC10 and 747 including photos, uniforms, models etc. David asks: “Would you have any members who might wish to sell anything of the above please. In terms of uniforms I would like any Isabel Harris, Barbara Lee, Nina Ricci, Thornton Hall and Peppertree uniforms”
Many of us have a passion for the industry as obviously David does. I am sure with our weeks of staying at home many will have sorted through their own memorabilia. If any members are interested in moving items on please make contact direct to David Cosgrove Mobile 029 9926006, email: davidcosgrove58@gmail.com
Hope to see a few of you at the North Shore coffee group at King’s Forrest Hill from 10.30am on Thursday 27th of May.. Our city side coffee group will start on Friday 12th of June at our new venue the Ambersand Eatery, Orakei Bay Village, 228 Orakei Road, Remuera. https://www.ampersandeatery.nz/ overlooking the Orakei Basin.
Due to the current climate our Mid-Winter Christmas function is cancelled. The next get together will be the AGM at The Wintergarden, Auckland Domain on Saturday 29th August to be followed by a social gathering. Add that date to your diary and also save the date for the 2020 Annual FWA Christmas Party Saturday 28 November to be held on the North Shore for a change at the Milford Cruising Club.
Enjoy life at Level 2 and let’s hope we have kicked the Covid- 19 Virus into touch!
Warmest Regards
Maggie
FWA President and all of the committee.
Folded Wings Assoc. Facebook group name “Folded Wings Association
