Wellington Branch WIMDOI Fundraiser Quiz Night 3 December 2025

One for Wellington. QUIZ NIGHT! ?
Kia ora koutou!
We’re super excited to announce our 2nd fundraiser to help get our amazing wahine to WIMDOI and this time we’re taking over The Featherston for an epic Quiz Night on 3rd December!
Grab your mates, whanau, work crew… whoever brings the brainpower!
?Teams of 4–6
?? $10 per person
? Contact Wellington Branch Fiona.mansell@munz.org.nz
? All the details are on the poster!
Expect laughs, friendly competition, and a great night out supporting our wahine.
Let’s pack the place out!

 

Quiz Night 3 December 2025 1830–2100 The Featherston Wellington City $10 per person raffle on the night

Vale Murray Sidaway

Kia ora everyone

It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Murray Sidaway over the weekend.

Murray was a dedicated, long-standing employee of CentrePort, having recently completed over 40 years of service.  He was an experienced Crane Operator, Straddle Driver & Vessel Planner, a loyal Union Delegate, as well as a trainer and mentor to many at CentrePort.

Murray’s passing was unexpected, and we are all reeling from this loss. We will feel his absence greatly.

Our thoughts are with Murray’s family at this time. They have asked that we pass on the below details to you, and to let you know that you are welcome to attend.

  • Thursday 31 October (after 1700hrs)
    • Poroporoaki (to celebrate his life/ share some yarns and stories with the family)
    • Sidaway residence: 99 Freyberg Street, Lyall Bay, Wellington, 6022
  • Friday 1 November, at 1000hrs
    • Funeral
    • Cockburn Street Chapel (corner of Cockburn Street and Onepu Road), Kilbirnie, Wellington, 6022
    • Please note that following the funeral, the burial has been reserved for family only and as such, Murray’s family have asked for this to be respected.

We all respond to news like this in different ways, so please make sure you check in on your colleagues and give people space to manage how they are feeling.

Loss of Takutai Chief undermines New Zealand shipping and supply chain

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“The true result of Maritime Transport Act s198 as it stands now” –
Takutai Chief departs Port of Lyttelton 16 August 2024
Pictures supplied by Tony Bachop (Local 43) and Tony Mowbray, photos taken by Mark McCrorie at OnSceneMedia Ltd.

www.onscenemedia.co.nz

 

 The loss of a New Zealand operated coastal freighter and up to 40 jobs (including 14 seafarers) due to the economic downturn threatens the viability and resilience of our supply chain.

Swire Shipping, the owners of Pacifica Shipping, have advised its second New Zealand coastal freighter Takutai Chief will be removed from service soon after a downturn in trade.

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MUNZ Wellington Family Picnic Day 23 March 2024

Wellington Branch Picnic Day – Family Day NOT TO BE MISSED!
The Pavilion, Avalon Park, Lower Hutt
Saturday 23 March 2024,
NOTE CORRECT TIME IS 11AM TO 3PM
Zappo the Clown, face painting and more for kids
Brass Razoo Solidarity Brass Band
BBQ and soft drinks provided
Queries please contact:
Lynette Payne 0273559080
Tony Mowbray 0276376561
“Organized in the spirit of solidarity”