6 Sep 2025

Is this NZ's oldest book club?

From Saturday Morning, 9:47 am on 6 September 2025
Annette Hill,85, enjoys reading in her garden. She has been a member of her group for half a century.

Annette Hill,85, enjoys reading in her garden. She has been a member of her group for half a century. Photo: Supplied

Annette Hill is the only living foundation member of what is thought to be the oldest book club in Christchurch and quite possibly New Zealand. Her book group formed back in 1975, when she was just 35 years old.

Half a century later, the book club still meets regularly and at 84, Annette is loving it as much as ever.

She speaks with Susie about the joy of sharing and gaining new perspective.  

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