Like many of your contributors I found your site a few months ago and have since been busy converting my slides to digital form. I have included a few of them for your site.
My name is Graham Shaw from Taihape, Central North Island, NZ. Along with my good buddy, John Neustroski (died 7.2.2004) we worked in Panguna from August 1970 until April 1971. I was a Foreman Mechanic in Barclay Bros workshop. Never having worked on a large construction site before it was a bit of a culture shock. While there were some negatives it was overall a great experience.
In the New Year I shall write a blog sharing my experiences, the highs and lows.
I have not recognized any names from your honours roll or blogs (could be my memory). Would love to hear from anyone that was up there with me. I am still in touch with Alex Stewart, Queensland but have not come across anyone else I knew.
Keep up the good work.
Cheers,
Graham Shaw
email Coachmantaihape[AT]xtra.co.nz
