Life during wartime: a frontline report - February 2023
As the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine approached, Rotary magazine’s Wen Huang traveled to Europe to see firsthand how Rotary members are responding to this humanitarian crisis. In the first installment of his two-part report, Huang visits Poland en route to Ukraine. Read the full report here
What new fresh projects can we find in our Community?
Who is up for the challenge to find new exciting, meaningful projects, that can make a real difference, where others might want to join us? Call Joe or chat to a Board Director.
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To all that were at the debate evening with our Karori Club friends, I’m sure you would agree that our thoughts were stimulated by an informative and challenging debate on why it is better to do things now – or not! The 30+ audience hear speakers that were accomplished, the arguments tested and the adjudication professional. In the end, Karori won the ‘bone of contention’ to take home and display on the mantlepiece (honestly…. a beef bone that Pat and Melva had buried, steeped in water and bleached!) arguing the case that ‘it’s better to wait’. Still, it was all done with good grace and good humour.
Thanks to the raffle prize from Sprig and Fern that was coincidently won by Elizabeth S – so looking forward to the free drinks at the monthly social meeting!
For the annual plan there are a few key diary dates:
25 February: Clearing shrubs and bushes at Tawa lookout – Richard will share details in due course
5 March: family Concert in the Park – all club members will be needed to help with various tasks, Elizabeth looking for volunteers or you might find you are voluntold! (Please note – no social at Sprig and Fern that day as we will all be at the concert!)
21 March:Prof Michael Baker coming to speak on Covid and NZ’s response – spread the word would be good to have a packed room at 7pm on the night!
Last Tuesday, the Board meeting updated directors cross the range of activities from: the Peace Labyrinth plans, support for Columbian School water projects, RYLA and RYPEN to name but a few issues. You can find some more detail in the attachment – Thanks to Paul!
On Tuesday 7 February we have our beloved Tony H speaking: Club membership-doing it differently and I have no doubt he will surprise us all!!
Family Concert in the Park (5 March). The Board thanked Elizabeth and her Committee for the work that has taken place in arranging this event. Hiring the stage will cost $6,000 and applications are being made to funding organisations that may be able to assist. The project will need the support of all Club members.
Peace Labyrinth at Coronation Park – Pat has obtained the provisional approval from Wellington City Council, subject to approval by existing park users, Scouts, Kindergarten and Community Garden. Estimates for concrete curbing are being sought.
Assistance to Tawa College – Rotary has developed a resource “Lifting the Lid” focused on Youth Suicide. Further details to be obtained as it may be of interest to Tawa College. Judith mentioned that many ticket holders to the Building Hope lunch that had to be cancelled, were happy that their contribution go towards other Youth Suicide initiatives, and so approximately $11,000 could be used to fund the “Lifting the Lid” resource if the College considered it suitable.
RYLA – Tawa Rotary sponsored two candidates who found the experience worthwhile. They will present to the Club in the near future.
RYPEN – Gaylene to approach Tawa College for nominations for the next course in March.
President Elect 2023/24 – No nominations received to date. Pat will approach Past Presidents to see if there was any interest in them assuming the role of President for a second term from 1 July 2023.
Family Concert in the Park:
Sunday, March 5 the club will be hosting a free late afternoon picnic concert at the Grasslees Reserve featuring the Royal New Zealand Air Force Band. It will include their Concert Band playing music from the Americas (everything from Hollywood hits to South American rhythms) and their Jive Bombers covers playing a selection of hits ranging from Stevie Wonder to Dua Lipa. Both bands will feature vocalists Barbara Graham and Stephanie Paris.
There will also be a performance by a kapa haka group and a college musical group, yet to be arranged.
This is a whole-of-club event like the Book Fair so members can expect to be rostered for a range of duties from set up, and concert management, to cleaning up and clearing out.
Elizabeth will provide further information as the planning progresses.
Rotary Conference 17 - 19 March
Don't forget to register for this year's Rotary Conference. Three days of inspiring speakers and events to connect and collaborate with Rotarians, guests and friends!
Where: Southwards Car Museum, Otaihanga (Paraparaumu)
After the past two years of not being able to have a street collection because of COViD.
This years Heart Foundation appeal is back.
24 & 25 February 2023
Inner Wheel Tawa, is organising the collection at New World. Tawa.
We are looking for Rotary volunteers to help Inner Wheel.
If Rotary are able assist with the appeal , it would be greatly appreciated.
If you can contact me
In friendship
Carolyn
RI Past President Ian Riseley is a VIP Rotarian:
We seldom have a Rotarian of his stature visit New Zealand so it very important that 9940 is well represented at this event. Please register now for this rare and informal opportunity to chat with Ian his wife Juliet.
Kind regards
Judy Bain
Please click on the link below to register for this event
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