Law Faculty CLUB

During the past twelve months the Club has met with increasing support from students and has had its most successful year since 1940. With the exception of the one-time Ball, most of the Club's former activities have been revived.

In 1945 the Club again took part in the competition arranged by the Wellington Union of Public Societies for the Parliamentary Shield. We held a strong position, but were ultimately defeated in the semi-finals. This year our part has been somewhat less conspicuous, but the competition is not yet over.

Four most successful moots were held during 1945 in the small Court Room although the attendance was small. One has been held this year and six are planned for November. The speakers in the first for this year which was a case in Criminal Law were Messrs Minogue and Bale for the Appellant and Messrs Pottinger and Stone for the Crown. Mr Shorland was an excellent and most helpful Judge.

The annual dinner was held on the 15th of November in the Grand Hotel and met with a great response from members and, as catering arrangements were limited, late applicants were unable to partake. The guest of honour was the Hon. Mr. Justice Hohnston, who later delivered a most interesting speech. Other guests included Professor Mc Gechan, Dean of the Law Faculty, and Mr. A. M. Cousins.

At this year's Annual General Meetings there was one of the largest attendances on record to welcome Professor Williams, who delivered a most interesting address on his ecperiences at Sydney University.

As the numbers in the Law Faculty at the College are now considerably greater, the outlook for the Club is now much brighter, nad it is hoped that we shall soon regain our position as one of the most active Clubs in the College.