Amuri Autumn School
At a meeting on the 2nd November 1992,it was moved that five classes with tutors for the
proposed Autumn School in April 1993 would go ahead.
A generous grant from the Southern Regional Arts Council meant expert tuition could be
provided.   Due to its sucess, it was decided to hold the event annually at Hamner Springs.
The cover on the 1993 brochure was the Ferry Bridge, Waiau River and hills at Hamner
Springs. This was replaced in 1994 by the drawing still in use today.
By 1997 the school was growing and even with a grant from Creative NZ, costs and fees
were increasing. When approached, the Amuri Area Schools Continuing Education
Co-ordinators agreed to assist with hours and funding for the tutors. This enabled fees to be
kept low.   This year will be our fourth at the Amuri Area Senior School campus in Culverden.
Our years at this venue have been very successful and we are hoping to maintain this
despite the drastic cuts in funding. Our Sponsors have been both generous and understanding with their support thereby enabling us to continue this year.
Of course, the Amuri Arts` Council`s aims still apply; " To bring into the Amuri Area, tutors
expert in their feild, and for participants to enjoy a weekend of making and renewing
friendships while increasing their diversity of skills with an understanding of Arts and Crafts
not normally available in the district ".
On behalf of the Amuri Community Arts Council  "Enjoy a happy weekend "
Once again,we look forward to our Culverden venue providing a great atmosphere for convivial
learning and generating increased community involvement in the Amuri Autumn School.
Tutors work will be displayed during March at the Gallery, Hanmer Springs.