Auckland Hussies
HISTORY:
Auckland Hash House Hussies first run occurred on the 1st February 1978. Ann Bennett set the run from the Leopard Tavern, Freemans Bay which still exists but has changed its name numerous times over the decades. Six hussies were present, all who are long forgotten. Auckland Hussies started as a result of the female partners of the Auckland Hash wanting to run as well. They were excluded from running with the men’s group due to the fact that they were woman. This is still the case today, but who cares.
In those early times, no men were allowed to run with the Hussies. Over the years men slowly became a feature. First a couple of token males to keep the Hussies safe on the cold and wintery nights, then more arrived when they realised that females were actually good company and could run. Then the Hussies gave them duties such as bringing the beer keg and laying a trail or two. Now they are even allowed on to the Committee, although never as Grand Mistress.
In those first few years Hash names were not prominent, but now all Hussies [female and male] have hash names. A newby normally gets a name after about 5 runs or if they do something memorable.
A normal Hussies night starts at 6:30 every Tuesday night, rain or shine, somewhere within the Auckland region usually close to someone’s home if not from it. Runs are between 6 and 8 km long and are followed by a circle with many a fine with hash songs, usually great food, drink, company and lots of laughter. As the hussies have mostly matured the runs have become walks for a few. Therefore all abilities are now catered for.
Runs are from Hussies home, a reserve or a cheap restaurant. The charge is $15 for most runs which covers food and drink. Drink include; various beers, wine, softies and mixes.
There is an annual renewal/rotation of all committee members: Grandmistress, HashCash, Trailmaster/mistress, Fines/RA mistress, Brew Master, Haberdasher.
Run 2000 will be in December 2015, or thereabouts. We are planning to have a weekend event to which all will be invited.
CURRENT COMMITTEE:
hashcash@aucklandhussies.co.nz
trailmaster@aucklandhussies.co.nz
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If you want some phone contacts try Plunder or Phantom on 09-418-0027 or 274-555753, or Magpie or Indenial on 09-442-4598 or 0221-831941