Visitors: Bill Robinson & Deb (Guest Speaker).
Ata mārie–from President Michele Beaton……A very prompt welcome to all, especially our Rotary Royalty. A lot to get through this morning…
FYI –
Simon had clearly been voluntold he was filling this gap….and he did so admirably. There were many quotes from the Luddites, who seemed to have an uncanny knack of predicting what didn’t happen. Sustainability will be written in the A.I. ether he tells us.
Guest Speakers: Bill tells us his introduction to Rotary was when he sent his
daughter on a matched exchange to Darwin of all places. Not sure if he was ever forgiven for that. Formally from central Hawkes Bay – where he can probably boast of playing centre court at Wimbledon & likely drank at the Dew Drop Inn at Walton too.
The International President for 2023-24 is Gordon R McInally, who comes from bonny Scotland, (national animal, the unicorn for any quizzer).
One of his primary focusses is on Mental Health.
Gordon poses the question :
Are you all right?
With a follow up question:
Are you really all right?
Maybe sometimes you ain’t he wonders. Sadly, he has some personal experience of this.
On a happier note, Bill told us about the largesse of the Rotary Foundation, and how we should participate actively in District Grants. Giving or receiving was not made clear. Maybe both.
There was talk of membership, Interact, training days, Urban Mines. Kids in Need Waikato – Bill’s favourite charity. Might be hard to get that over the line in the Bay.
Conference next year in in Cambridge. 17-19 May. If you know a guy, a few moments later, you too could be on fast forward to the tune or Yakety Sax and end up at the Don Rowland’s Centre at Karapiro. Looks promising.
Elevator Pitch – Chat GPT – Why should I join a Rotary Club? Facilitated by Chris Dever.
Joining a Rotary Club is your gateway to making a lasting impact in your community and the world.
Imagine being part of a diverse network of professionals and community leaders who share a common passion for creating positive change.
Through Rotary, you'll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful service projects that address pressing issues like education, health, clean water, and more.
You'll expand your horizons through global connections, developing leadership skills, and fostering lifelong friendships. Whether it's contributing to local initiatives or collaborating on international projects, Rotary empowers you to be a catalyst for positive transformation while enriching your own personal and professional growth.
Join us in Rotary, where you can turn your passion into purpose and be part of a global force for good.
…………………….Thanks Chris & Bot
Crystal Palace – Phil Mangos has grasped the nettle with this – only ten weeks to get organised. All those interested in helping (half the club) stayed behind after the meeting. 10/10 for enthusiasm.
Share the Warmth: Next week, this charity fundraiser – bring your $5. Rug up with your mittens and gloves, it’s Spencer weather. Brrrr…
Behind Closed Doors is looking for volunteers 10-4 on the Saturday 4th Nov. Let Shiv know if you are trustworthy and keen to help
From Jim Rickard
Izzy is 15 and has Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a rare genetic connective tissue disorder that affects every part of her body: joints, bones, soft tissue, blood vessels & internal organs.