Drummond, New Zealand
The town has one golf course, a primary school and a population of about 250.
The rugby club is now the home of the team Drummond Limehills Star (DLS), which is a combination of three clubs. The club has a proud history, and even has a former All Black originating from it, Jack Hazlett - 6 tests (1966–67).
Drummond's most famous son would be George Begg, who between the years 1964 and 1976 built racing cars from his Drummond Garage, these cars included nine F5000 which raced against the best drivers and cars in the world.
Education
Drummond School is a state full primary school for years 1 to 8 with a roll of 86 as of August 2024. The school was established in 1887.
References
- ^ Grant, David (25 May 2015). "Southland places - Central Southland". teara.govt.nz. Archived from the original on 23 February 2013. Retrieved 2 February 2021.
- ^ "DLS club celebrating 25 years". Otago Daily Times Online News. 11 May 2019. Retrieved 2 February 2021.
- ^ Knight, Lindsay. "Jack Hazlett". New Zealand Rugby Union. Retrieved 22 December 2014.
- ^ MacKay, Ross (14 May 2020). "New George Begg 'Bunker' a fitting tribute to pioneer Kiwi race car builder". motorequipmentnews.co.nz. Archived from the original on 5 February 2021. Retrieved 2 February 2021.
- ^ Education Counts: Drummond School
- ^ "New Zealand Schools Directory". New Zealand Ministry of Education. Retrieved 17 September 2024.
- ^ Berwick, Louise (16 May 2013). "Drummond School jubilee pic needs new home". Southland Times.
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