I have been a member of Port Nicholson since December 2015 and served in the community services committee. I was secretary to the board for three terms during the presidency of John Bishop (2017-2018), Bev Wells (2018-2019) and David Shackleton (2019-2020). I was elected president for 2020-2021 and absolutely enjoyed it. I consider myself an active member of Port Nicholson Rotary, enjoy the services we offer and the fellowship of Rotarians. I was born in Malaysia and came to New Zealand in 1970 to attend final year of High school and then onto Victoria University where I completed a degree in business management and finance. I am a citizen of Aotearoa. I am married to Sue and we have three boys and a granddaughter, all of whom reside in Melbourne, Cambridge (UK) and London. Sadly, Covid has killed the frequent visits we used to make. We live in Roseneath, Wellington. I retired from the Todd Corporation in 2011 after 31 years in senior management and now keep myself busy with Rotary, adventure travel (when I could), reading, investments management and generally having fun with friends, family. I have skills in financial planning, business management and governance.
Rotary in New Zealand’s Centenary year:
News item from New Zealand 100 years ago:
Waikato times, 21 July 2021: Shakespeare Club “Midsummer Night’s Dream. The Hamilton Shakespeare Club reverted to Shakespeare last night, when they read the immortal bard’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream.” That interest in the best in literature is increasing was manifested by the very large audience, many people having to be turned away owing to lack of room.
Rotary Club of Port Nicholson Committee Day 14 July
The members broke into Committees at the club meeting on Wednesday to identify what they would like to do this year .
President Marc addresses members on his first full meeting as President
Youth Club Committee (Director Sue Walbran)
Public Image and Communication Committee(Director: Hayley Burns)
Goal Setters Committee
(Director: Jane Paterson)
Membership Committee (Director: Richard Brodie)
Community Services Committee
(Director: Julian Bateson
Club Services Committee (Director: Heather Lucas)
Projects Committee (Director: Paula McKnight)
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Ben Baker's Wedding
Port Nicholson has supported Ben ever since he was accepted into the Yehudi Menuhin Music School, London. Ben was only about 10 years old when he went overseas. Google him and you'll read he is now a world renowned violinist.
The happy couple, the bride is from Slovenia
and is also a violinist
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More photos from Changeover........
Four 'newish' members who spoke briefly about why they have joined Rotary: Philippa Bascand, David Barnes, Tori Triegaardt, and Eden Skipper
Four previous Presidents spoke briefly about an anecdote from there year: John Bishop, Bev Wells, Linda Wellington, and Paula McKnight
We have been invited to the Robinson Research Institute , Gracefield, to
view the work they are currently undertaking on superconductive space
thrusters as presented by Jakub Glowaki at our meeting some weeks ago.
A ClubRunner invitation will be sent out shortly for those interested.
The visit will be on Thursday 26th August.
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House of Grace refurbishment
Before any changes
After changes
Jaci Ford, Facilities Manager, House of Grace writes....... Because of Port Nicolson Rotary we now have a warm front room as it’s been insulated, regibbed, plaster and painted plus the biggest difference are the fantastic double glazed windows.
Thank you again for your kindness towards The House of Grace, because of your support we now have two lounge areas!
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VISA WELLINGTON ON A PLATE
Members’ lunch Saturday 4th September
12.30 pm
One80 Restaurant
Copthorne Hotel
Oriental Bay
The Wellywood Thali
A selection of tapa-style dishes including various
housemade Indian thali delicacies, showcasing different regions
of India with dishes that include lamb, chicken,
dal vada,
Laccha paratha, vegetables, pickle, padpad, raita and sweets,
Using Lot Eight Olive Oil, Gelissimo Gelato and
Schoc Chocolates.
$40 per person includes a glass of bubbles on arrival.
Now 17 August, watch this space for more details closer
to the time.
Venue:
Wellington Club
6.00 for 6.30pm
Tickets are $20pp and can be purchased via Eventbrite - click here
Funnies!!
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T-Shirts for Seniors
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To fellow Rotarians.......
A NZ company, Lanaco Ltd has donated N95 level masks to Rotary District 9940 which we are now shipping to Fiji. The Suva East Rotary Club is managing the distribution of these to people in villages that would not normally have access to this sort of quality product.
RNZWSC has underwritten the NZ$5000 cost of transporting these to Fiji and is now asking for support to cover this cost.
The poster from RNZWSC below seeks support for this shipping cost.
Thank you for your support
All proceeds to Rotary Foundation
Ticket price $30 - includes finger food
Cash bar available
Please register and purchase your ticket using the link - click here
Contact for inquiries:
Joanna Newlove
Secretary - Rotary Hutt Valley
021 427232
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Rotary Predator Free Waterfront Trapping Schedule
Kia ora Trappers
Please find the updated trappers schedule to take us from July to October 2021. As always please swap if your allocated date doesn’t suit. Many thanks to all for helping out.
Week Ending (Saturday)
Volunteer 1
Volunteer 2
July 10
Peter Whittington
Brent Gerrard
July 24
Steve Lawton
David Shackleton
August 7
Marc Rands
James Moran
August 21
Eden Skipper
Rick Hughes
September 4
Howard Tong
Jenny Flannagan
September 18
Ross Buxton
Jeff Lee
October 2
Paula McKnight
Dennis Small
Please note: Saturday is used as the service day for the week, but feel free to negotiate an alternative day to suit with your Service Volunteer Partner. Text Fraser Ebbett (WCC) 021 765 694 when you arrive and leave the site.
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Rotary Club of Port Nicholson Board
Marc Rands (President)
Lindsay Chitty (Treasurer)
Philippa Bascand (Secretary)
Heather Lucas (Director - Club Services)
Julian Bateson (Director - Community Service)
Jane Paterson (Director – Goal Setters)
Richard Brodie (Director – Membership)
Paula Smith McKnight (Director – Projects)
Hayley Burns (Director – Public image and communication)
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