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Service Above Self
We meet Thursdays at 5:30 PM
Resthaven Community Centre
The Views on Vogel
4 Vogel St
Cambridge, Waikato  3434
New Zealand
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THIS WEEK'S NOTICES

President Ray introduced the Club Forum and invited Directors to present on their respective Directorships and progress to date during his year. The strategic goals where highlighted on screen.
 
Community – Dennis Finn
  • Bookarama – again a commitment this year and sorting is occurring on most Monday mornings.
  • Community support – Lugtons Fun Run coming up; also supporting other groups eg street collections
 
Youth – Ian Grant
  • Ian apologised for not calling a meeting but there had not been a lot to do.  A meeting will be called shortly.
  • Interact CHS – Funds have been raised for a Shelterbox which will be presented at Conference
  • Innovative Young Minds project– young women who are interested in a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) – Ian is working with a Rotary Colleague in Lower Hutt. 2 CHS students have been nominated to attend.
  • RSCC are interested in what we do in the area of youth and Ian is working with a representative of the church.
  • Fireworks Project – as his portfolio is not large, Ian volunteered to lead the proposed Fireworks project.  He will soon be setting up a committee to deliver the event.  Anyone interested please see Ian.
  • Youth Directorship – Ian believes it is under-utilised.  Proposal is to change the term to “New Generations”.  The focus will be the same but will include membership recruitment.  This is an area currently under discussion by the Board.
  • With regard to considering a Rotoract Club, Ian undertook to report back on how this can be introduced.
 
International – Greg Gascoigne
  • IYE – incoming French student.  A student is keen to travel off-shore. Greg is working with Bill Robinson on this.  The club needs to think about support required but the Board is committed to continuing the club’s involvement in IYE.
  • Pacific Aid – keen to contribute to work in Tavenui.  There are 2 teacher houses and 2 classrooms to build. Requires other club members to travel to the Islands to assist.  Clare Hamilton has offered to travel with the team to promote Days for Girls.
  • Noted that the Club has pledged $2,000 towards a Village Water Project on PNG
  • The club has a tradition on providing  assistance in the Pacific Islands rather than other under-developed countries
 
Vocational – Laurie Graham
President Ray presented on behalf of Laurie who had tendered his apologies.
  • Laurie had followed up support for refugee families.  Immigration advises that these families are encouraged to be independent.  Any support required is provided by the Red Cross, and our involvement would be minimal.
  • Cambridge High School is well set up to link the school with businesses so our involvement is minimal.
  • Workplace visits – two have been done during this Rotary year and one more is planned.
 
Club Services - Robyn Crickett
  • The committee has met on a regular basis.
  • Social events were identified
  • An interesting speaker programme had been developed
  • Club was supporting the community – appeal collections, Achievement House Christmas Party, Marshalling, Taste Waikato, Garden Festival, Findit with all showing a vibrant Club
  • Membership – changing way to attract new members.  There has been no separate committee this year but focussing across the Rotary members
  • Bruised Brothers Band – showing the community a Rotary group that is having fun while supporting the community
  • Club venue change – is working well
  • Almoner – important pastoral care aspect led by Bill MacMillan and Peter Fisher
  • Club Forum – committed to informing members what we’re doing and getting feedback
  • Women leaders on the Board and leading Projects
  • Diversity amongst members – still encouraging women, different age groups and cultures
  • Already planned – Waiheke Trip, Bookarama.
  • How can we do better? – Buddy system for new members and visitors – people assigned to welcome and look after these people – committee is working on this
  • Rotary caps and shirts – being ordered - need to work on identifying us and making us more visible – to be seen more, improve publicity, attract membership
  • Need to ask – why would a younger person wish to join our Club?
  • Also important is member retention
 
President Ray provided an overview of the Directors’ presentation.
  • Club members were asked to reflect on the sort of club we wish to be particularly as we move forward to Robyn’s year
  • What can you do for Rotary?
 
 

Notices

 
Fun Run 10 March: 11 members have so far volunteered – need 15-18.  Please contact Dennis Finn if you’re available.
Co-ordinator is Bill Robinson.  Another couple of people needed to work with him to “learn the ropes” of the job.  
 
District Conference 15-17 March – Claudelands, Hamilton: Registrations still open.  We need a good attendance from Cambridge as Hamilton is so close.  Great speakers and a special weekend - the dinner on Saturday night is particularly entertaining – theme “South Pacific” – come dressed for the occasion and join your fellow Rotarians for a fun evening.
 
Keys for Metal Cabinet
One key is hanging in the badge box next to Andrew Bateman's name badge.
One key is hanging in the back of the lectern on the side.
Please make sure the key is returned.
 
Bookarama: No sorting this week
 
Membership Committee is looking for volunteers to recruit new members etc. Please see President-Elect Robyn.
 
Weekly duties: please remember to check the roster to see if you have a duty and arrange a stand-in if you can’t attend. Bruce Hancock to be advised of replacement.
 
Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA): the club has 3 applicants to interview prior to selection.
 
Annual Rotary Youth Exchange: It is now time to promote and prospect for eligible 16/17½ year olds who would like to experience a year overseas as a Rotary Exchange Student with their exchange year commencing in January 2020.  District Selection Day for Rotary Youth Exchange is 11 May 2019 with applications closing on 12 April. Please have a chat to International Director Greg Gascoigne if you know of a candidate who may be suitable. The Club has been offered a French student for the coming year please let Greg know if you or someone you know would be willing to host him.
 
Monthly District Newsletter: is on line – lots of good stuff this month – two district jobs advertised – Twin Exchange and Membership Committee.
 

Content for Bulletin

Please send any content for bulletins to Don Wilson no later than the Friday night to ensure it is included.
 
 
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Roster

Please take note of the Duty Roster and be in good time for your duties.
NOTE The Duty "Magic Moment" is: A short comment referencing something in our community, or within Rotary which you find inspiring, encouraging or adding to the joy and pleasure of life. It should be an uplifting story that takes no more than two minutes to deliver. Ideally it will be something from the last week or so, something others may not yet have heard about
 
 
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Attendance
Ian Rogers
Colin Davis
Peter Fisher
Tom Pickering
Ted Mason
Colin Davis
Ian Rogers
Bill MacMillan
Peter Fisher
John Windle
Welcomer
Dennis Finn
Keith Rogers
Maurie Marshment
Bill Wilson
Don Wilson
Intro
Elaine Ruis
Kim Prichard
Richard Seabrook
Bill Robinson
Denis White
Thanks
Jan Bilton
Laurie Graham
Roger Gordon
Andrew Bateman
Jeremy Irwin
Magic
Moments
David Blewden
Roger Hill
Robyn Crickett
Ian Grant
Greg Gascoigne
Bar
Gordon Calder
John Tarbutt
Brian Palmer
David Blewden
Carey Church
John Bullick
Chris Cricket
Gavin Levesque
John Tarbutt
Mark Hanlon
Kitchen
Bill Wilson
Don Harris
Ken Leatham
Kevin Monks
Shirley Haycock
Stu Houchen
David Smith
Dennis Finn
Jan Bilton
Di Hopwood
Equipment
Julie Bryan
John Windle
Paul Stephens
Richard Johnstone
Ron Geck
Shona Devoy
Bob Teal
Don Harris
Elaine Ruis
John Bishop
IT Equipment
Bill Robinson
Mark Hanlon
Bill Robinson
Doug Lang
David Blewden
 
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Speakers
Mar 07, 2019
Garden Festival Presentation
Mar 14, 2019
New Project Idea- Rotary Materials Recovery
Mar 21, 2019
Rotary Water Projects in Africa
Mar 28, 2019
Job Talk
Apr 04, 2019
State of Waipa District
Apr 11, 2019
Dept of Corrections or Dept of Punishment?
Apr 18, 2019
Quiz night
Apr 25, 2019
ANZAC DAY
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Upcoming Events
Club meeting
Mar 07, 2019
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
 
District 9930 Conference
Mar 15, 2019 3:00 PM –
Mar 17, 2019
 
Club meeting
Mar 21, 2019
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
 
Club meeting
Mar 28, 2019
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
 
Waiheke Social Weekend
Mar 29, 2019 – Mar 31, 2019
 
Club meeting
Apr 04, 2019
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
 
Book-a-rama
May 05, 2019 – May 12, 2019
 
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