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			Full Name:   Peter Ward Born:   25th July 1941 (Died 23rd June 2001) Hometown:   Christchurch Musical Background:    Instruments Played:   Drums Career Began:   The Saints Groups:   The Downbeats, Max Merritt and The Meteors, Ray Columbus and The Invaders Groups:   Saki and the Jive Five Television:    Residencies:    Career Highlights:		Merit Award 2007

	Peter Ward ...
	Pete began his music career at various dance halls around Christchurch.  He played with various groups, resident at popular Christchurch night spots, reaching the pinnacle of his career as drummer for Ray Columbus and The Invaders before being replaced by Jimmy Hill. More detail to follow.

	Pete Ward in full flight with sticks in "heavy hit" mode (pix left and right).  Middle - Pete Ward with a young and handsome Wayne Allen