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December 1, 2015 6 EDUCATIONLINK Indian Newslink indiannewslink.co.nz Red, White, Blue, change in flag due Malcolm Mulholland Some of the older generation of New Zealanders might remember marching and saluting the flag at school, but may not be aware of the history behind the ceremony. People should be aware of the historical context in which the current flag was legislated for and the ideals it promoted, such as all New Zealand children identifying firstly as citizens of the British Empire and secondly, as New Zealand citizens. Editor’s Note: The author explores the flag-saluting Imperialism in New Zealand Schools from the late 1800s to the mid-1960s in his recently published Paper, ‘For God, King and Empire: British Patriotism in New Zealand Schools – Waving the Flag in New Zealand Schools. His Paper, with numerous historic references and quotes, outlines how intrinsically the current flag – and England’s Union Jack within it – was linked to the fostering ‘Empire fervour’ and servitude to the ‘Mother Country.’ Key events Five key events relating to the British Empire that occurred around the turn of the 20thcentury underpinned the fervent Imperialism promoted in schools. These were 1. The Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria (1897)2. The Boer War (1899- 1902)3. The death of Queen Victoria (1901)4. The Royal Tour of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York (1901) and 5. The Coronation of King Edward VII (1902). These events have a significant impact upon New Zealand society led by Imperialist Premier King Dick Richard Seddon, the same man who introduced the legislation for our current flag. School ritual The Hoisting the Flag Movement (also known as ‘Unfurling or Saluting the Flag’) was a development that spread throughout schools in New Zealand during the early 1900s. It was designed to install patriotism towards Mother Britain in New Zealand children by paying reverence to a flag or flags (either the Union Jack, the New Zealand Flag, or both), performing military drills, and being regaled in the history of the British Empire. By 1902, the Ceremony had acquired a familiar form; local dignitaries would attend; several patriotic speeches regarding membership of the British Empire were delivered to the pupils; and a flag – either the Union Jack or the New Zealand Ensign – would be unfurled to the accompaniment of the national anthem, perhaps a verse of Rule Britannia, and the song ‘Red, White and Blue.’ There was, however, some confusion in schools about which flag should be unfurled, and on which occasions, with the Union Jack being the more popular over time and holding the superior position when flown with the New Zealand Ensign (flag). Declining trend The ceremonies began to decline by the 1960s, with a Bay of Plenty Times editorial commenting,“Such demonstrations of patriotism can and should be meaningful without having to resort to mass flag waving as indulged in by some other countries or to boring parades with the usual invitation to some dignitary or another who, with tedious long-windedness, trots out outworn clichés of patriotic fervour.” The use of flags in schools began during the zenith of the British Empire and the suggestion (by then Education Minister Merv Wellington in 1984) of the practise being compulsory brought back nearly a century later, resulted in widespread disapproval. The ‘Hoisting the Flag’ movement swept over all New Zealand schools and remained in some way, shape or form, for the best part of the first half of the 20th century as a way for New Zealand school pupils to exhibit their allegiance to both Empire and country. Confusion reigned regarding what flag to fly, but whether it be the Union Jack or the New Zealand Ensign, the purpose was clear; to inculcate New Zealand school children with a deep sense of patriotism and to act as a reminder of the British Empire. New Zealanders will shortly be voting on whether to keep the current flag or replace it with one of five alternative designs. Malcolm Mulholland is Senior Researcher in the School of Maori Art, Knowledge and Education (Te Putahi-a-Toi) and a member of the Flag Consideration Panel established by the New Zealand Government. He is seen here leading a mock flag-hoisting ceremony for a group of school children in Palmerston North recently. We’ll help you make a difference Develop skills to help you lead, advocate and inspire. We build and fine-tune your skills so you learn what you can do in business and computing. 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Indian Newslink December 1, 2015 indiannewslink.co.nz EDUCATIONLINK 7 Exchange Programme tightens student bond A Correspondent Howick College, Auckland and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Vallabhram Mehta Public School, Vadodara (Baroda), India had an educational exchange programme from October 18 to October 31, 2015. Eleven students and two teachers from India visited New Zealand for the first time as part of this 14-day-exchange program. The students attended normal classes with the students at Howick College. Kiwi buddies The individual class timetable was designed well by Howick College with each student assigned a ‘buddy.’ The students attended classes as per the timetable of the buddy. The students from Bhavan’s School made a presentation of the ‘ISRO Mars Mission’ to the students of Howick College. It was an enriching programme for the visiting students as they enjoyed the friendly and informal atmosphere at the College. The students visited AUT, University of Auckland and Massey University to explore possible opportunities for their future studies in New Students of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Vallabhram Mehta Public School, Vadodara with their counterparts at Howick College in Auckland Zealand. The bright students from India presented science projects and delivered lectures to students and teachers about the system of education in India and strategies used to deliver knowledge to high school students. Howick College Principal Iva Ropati admired the students from India for their intelligence and excellent behaviour. He complimented them on their smart uniform with blue blazers, which, he said, reminded him of Indian cricket players. The programme was organised by Blue Horizon Consultancy Services, Auckland, comprising Marketing Consultant Venki Iyer and Educationist Meena Iyer. It was of personal significance to Mrs Iyer who had taught at both institutions. The students and teachers were taken care of by host families who went out of their way to extend their hospitality. Energetic entertainment On the last day of their stay, students presented a cultural programme including the ‘Garba’ and asong and dance item taken from a Hindi film. The performances were marked for their vivacity and colourful costumes. The students were all praise for New Zealand and Howick College and have carried with them loads of memories of the country with the warm, friendly nature of the students of Howick College and the excellent teaching methods used by the school. They left with a strong feeling that New Zealand is not only famous for open spaces but also for people with their open hearts and open minds. Agood broker is the best insuranceyou canhave let us speak today.. tommorrow maybetoo late. •About 12 years of experienceinNew Zealand •Over500 satisfied clients •Morethan $3 million claims settled •Value added customer relationship •Products and services tailored to individual needs Fali Mistry Registered Financial Adviser Winner of the ‘Best Customer ServiceAward’ Member of LIFE INSURANCE COVER •TRAUMAINSURANCE BUSINESS INSURANCE •INCOME PROTECTION COVER MORTGAGEREPAYMENT COVER KEY PERSON COVER •KIWISAVER PREMIUM COVER•HOME LOANS 61 CarltonStreet,Hillsborough, Auckland 1042 Tel: 09 625 5060 Fax09625 5062 Mob: 021 426 858 Free Phone: 0508 INSURANCE, Email: fali@insuresecure.co.nz www.insuresecure.co.nz (disclosurestatementavailable on request)
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