Philatelic Society
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Christchurch (NZ) Philatelic Society |
The Christchurch (NZ) Philatelic Society (Inc), established in 1911, has one of the largest memberships of any philatelic society in the Southern Hemisphere. There are major benefits to being a member of the Society, including: Library Meetings Exchange branch Newsletter Competitions and exhibitions Assistance with your hobby Members who live out of Christchurch, or are unable to attend meetings, will find the other benefits of membership are very worthwhile. The society maintains its own website at www.cps.gen.nz |
| Library |
We have one of the most extensive philatelic libraries in Australasia. A CD, which will be regularly updated, is currently being prepared of the library holdings which will be made available to members. A library night is held each month (third Tuesday) for local members and visitors able to attend, and the library holdings will also be made available during the regular monthly meeting nights. |
| Meetings |
The monthly meeting includes interesting talks and displays, and is held at The Philatelic Centre, 67 Mandeville Street, Christchurch, on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:45pm. Refreshments are provided and there is plenty of time for a chat. In addition, specialized groups hold regular meetings. Current groups include: GB Machin group – meets on the third Friday of the odd-numbered months of the year at 7:00pm Postal History Group – meets on the first Monday of each month. Postcard Group - meets third Tuesday on the even-numbered months of the year at 7:00pm The Christchurch Youth Stamp Club is also based at The Philatelic Centre and is supported by the Society. Details of meetings can be found at the society's webpage. |
| Exchange branch |
We have an active and efficient exchange circuit through which members can buy stamps for their collection, and sell surplus items. Information is available from the Exchange Manager, Christchurch (NZ) Philatelic Society, PO Box 29, Christchurch 8140. |
| Newsletter |
The Society publishes a 12 page monthly newsletter, Captain Coqk, which is mailed to members. It regularly includes information and articles on alternative post material, postal history and postal stationery, and other original articles on various NZ and overseas stamp topics. It is mailed using current NZ stamps, so helps add to your collection. |
| Competitions and exhibitions |
Annual competitions are held, open to all members, with participation by overseas members encouraged by allowing for the judging of colour photocopies of exhibits. Society members are active in holding displays and national exhibitions. The next national exhibition to be held by the Society will be CPS100 in November 2011. This will commemorate the centenary of the formation of the Society. The Society is affiliated to the NZ Philatelic Federation, which enables members to enter international exhibitions, once the exhibit has reached a qualifying standard. |
| Assistance with your hobby |
We can help you with:
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| Subscriptions |
The current subscription is $40, or $35 if payment is made prior to March 31 each year. Additional postage is charged to cover the extra cost of posting to overseas destinations. ($15.40 to Australia and the South Pacific, $15.40 to the rest of the world Economy Post, or $20.90 Airpost International). |
| Contact |
Secretary, PO Box 29, Christchurch 8140 email captaincoqk@paradise.net.nz |
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