Figure 51 2000 Graduation at Te Poho o Rawiri

The Graduation Event in 2000 is held at Te Poho o Rawiri marae. This is for graduates who have completed National Certificates or Diplomas in 1999.  For the first time there is a street parade of graduates led by a piper from the Gisborne Pipe Band and staff wearing academic gowns. After the ceremony dinner is served.