As I write this, we have received over 30 responses to the Board’s recommendation. Thank you for being actively engaged in this process and contributing ideas to assist with our club operations. Whilst this has been an important matter, it will be good to reach a conclusion so that we can focus on the great projects and events coming up over the next 4 months before Christmas!

 

They are activities which showcase who we are, what we do , how we connect with and inspire others in the community - street appeals for charities - blood pressure checks - Friday Frolics - interviews for the National Science Forum - support for underground market buskers - Kahurangi After school sports programme - Goal Setter applications to review - progress with waterfront projects - support for a refugee family - Perambulator walks and much more!

 

I’m looking forward to all the events and activities we have coming up. For many of them, we can invite prospective members along as well.

 

Enjoy the weekend coming up!

 

 

Sadly we have received Stuart’s resignation. At 83 years of age, Stuart can be justified in deciding that 6am starts on a Monday morning are becoming a bit too much! Stuart has been a dedicated member of Port Nich. for nearly 28 years and many more years as a Rotarian, first joining Eastern Suburbs Rotary. I recall some 7 or 8 years ago becoming aware of Stuart’s contribution to our Goal Setter Awards. Each year he helped to review more than 80 student applications before short-listing these down to a manageable number to interview. Our longstanding members will have more memories of Stuart’s contribution to our club.

 

I just have to add, no-one has ever topped the excellent Spanakopita pie which Jenny shared on the Baring Head hillside during one of our Perambulator walks in 2011. The shared lunch was a Bacon and Egg pie bake-off competition. Forget the debate on whether peas should be added.  Jenny’s pie took the competition to another level!

 

We will be getting together over a coffee and brunch on Sunday 9 September to catch-up with Stuart and Jenny. I hope many of you will be available to join them. More details to come.

 

It is good to know both Stuart and Jenny have joined the Eastern Suburbs Probus Club. There is always an open invitation for you to continue to join us at club events as well.