Born in 1924 – A person who left their mark in the community in a very positive manner – especially in South Taranaki. Shirley grew up during the depression and assisted in the War effort as a WAAF. She married Frank and raised 3 children – all who went on to have successful careers. But Shirley also went on to become a respected journalist, author, music teacher, fibre and embroidery worker, retailer and botanist.

This is her story

Sound Snapshots Audio Documentary Collection