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Feb 02, 2024 - Feb 04, 2024
Multi Day Hike to Nydia Bay Marlborough Sounds Friday 2 February to Sunday 4 February 2024 Bill and Sue Day volunteer as wardens at the DOC lodge at Nydia Bay every year. We visited them in 2018 as part of a trip that included hiking in the Nelson Bay region. On that trip we walked in and out the same way so this time we are going to do the complete trip. The first step is to get names together so we can book the lodge at Nydia Bay. Bookings are already open and are likely to fill up fast. Once we have the group confirmed we can consider the logistics of getting to and from. I have been in contact with Pelorus Sounds Water Taxis who run a pick up service to and from the ends of the track. Pick up could be either at Picton or Blenheim depending on whether we arrange to fly in or go by ferry. The van is limited to 11 people. Suggestion would be to fly into Blenheim and get a shuttle (as above) to the start of the track at Duncan Bay (1.5 hours from Blenheim or 2 hours from Picton). Walk to Nydia Lodge, approximately 6 hours according to DOC. This section is through “one of the most beautiful parts of the track with giant rimu, nikau, beech trees and tree ferns”. We would then stay at Nydia Bay lodge for 2 nights, exploring the surrounding area and Bill and Sue’s hospitality. Sunday we would walk out to Kaiuma Bay (Havelock end) approximately 4.5 hours. We would get picked up by shuttle there and returned to Blenheim (or Picton). There are several other options for transport e.g. hire a van and leave it at the track start or at Kaiuma Bay to be retrieved at the end. We could arrange a water taxi, or perhaps Bill to ferry in the heavy food and drinks so you will only need to carry a light load. Before any of these options are considered we first need to have numbers to ensure we can book the Lodge. Currently there are rooms available for the nights proposed but we will need to move quickly. Let me know as soon as possible if you are interested. Numbers are limited by transport options and space at the lodge. I have been asked if non-walking partners could attend. That will be dependent on space at the lodge and the need to make separate arrangements to get to the lodge from the airport via water taxi. The priority is to get names to book the lodge. If you are interested RSVP no later than Friday 29 September. We will then book the lodge and all other logistics can be worked on over the coming months. |
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Feb 07, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
7 February 2024
Our speakers this week will be the Nydia Bay Perambulators featuring Philippa, David, Jo and Steve
For various reasons our planned speaker is unable to attend so the Nydia bay Perambulators are stepping into the breach (filling the void). You will be given an exclusive insight (think TV News channels' "exclusive to ....") into the comings and goings of a Perambulators' trip into the wild. Normally "what goes on tramp stays on tramp" but this time all will be revealed. For those that don't know, a group of Port Nicholson Rotarians and partners are tramping the Nydia Bay Track over the weekend of 2nd to 4th February. The tramp is approximtely 6 hours to the Nydia Bay Lodge where they will be staying. Rotarian Bill Day is the volunteer warden for 2 weeks and this is his last weekend on the job.The tramp out will be approximately 4.5 hours before a short water taxi ride to Havelock and a shuttle back to the airport. Regards Peter Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Feb 14, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speakers this week will be Kate Kenworthy & Sarah Soligo of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme The Role of the Banking Ombudsman You can read more about the Banking Ombudsman Scheme here: https://bankomb.org.nz/ Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Feb 21, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week will be Aliya Danziesen National Co-Ordinator Islamic Women's Council NZ Being a woman and a Muslim in NZ - our experience Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Mar 06, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Rosie Goble Walking the Appalachian Trail - 3200+ kilometres The Appalachian Trail, also called the A.T., is a hiking trail in the Eastern United States, extending almost 2,200 miles (3,540 km) between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine, passing through 14 states. A Perambulators challenge, if ever there was one. In March we have a specific focus on youth for all our meetings. Bring along your guests to listen to Rosie talk about her amazing achievements. Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Mar 08, 2024 Ends: 3:00 PM
MEAN DOSES Brewery and Fillery We are going to meet at the Mean Doses Taproom , Level 1, 66 Tory Street (above Mabel's) at 12 noon for our first Flashback Friday Long Lunch of the year, Interesting range of beers to try and standard bar type snacks that are delivered from Mabel's downstairs. Looks like lots of vegie and vegan options. Check out their web site: https://www.meandoses.co.nz/ RSVP no later than Wednesday 6 March 7pm |
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Mar 13, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speakers this week are a group of young people from RYLA, IYM and Interact The list of speakers we have for this meeting are:
Come and join us as we continue to support youth with this group of young people who will give us insights in their particular area. Remember:
Have a great weekend Lou
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Mar 17, 2024 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Patuna Chasm Walk Sunday 17 March 2024 10:30am “One of the best hidden places in the Wairarapa! Beautiful scenery and well worth the travel” “Patuna Chasm is an Amazing Experience! Fantastic hike with incredible scenery! This is not a hike for the faint of heart but is totally worth it. The first half (of the 2 - 2.5 hour walk) is through fields and forests along the side of the chasm and has great flowers and babbling rivers. The second half is up/down the river, in knee to mid-thigh deep water, so be sure you have good hiking shoes to wear. Amazing carved rock formations, eels and scenery. Highly recommended.”
We had attempted to do this walk back in February but Cyclone Gabrielle and the various storms that followed prevented that. For more information click https://www.patunafarm.co.nz/#chasmwalks The cost is $45 per person. I will do the bulk booking, so the fee will be payable to me. I will advise you once the booking has been made. There is a maximum of 28 persons on each trip. Currently no-one else is booked on this date and time. The website states 3 hours for the walk so we will have time for a late lunch somewhere afterwards. Google Maps tells me it is a 1 hour 45 minute drive from Wellington Railway station. We need to be at the Farm ready to go at 10:15 am at the latest. You will need to have dry clothes with you in your car as you will get wet. Please RSVP by Friday 29 September so I can book the trip. The entrance fee is payable as soon as I have booked. Other logistics can be worked out closer to the date. |
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Mar 20, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Brendan Ronald Brendan works for the New Zealand Police in the Youth Aid section. Youth Aid manages Police services in relation to young people under 17 years through criminal offending or care and protection issues. It provides diversionary and prosecution services, coordination, advice and prevention programmes. Brendan's topic is "Supporting Youth in Wellington". Another great speaker to follow our theme of supporting youth in NZ. Dont forget... Goal Setters - 11 April - contact Mike to secure your ticket Have a great weekend Lou
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Mar 27, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Dr Kirsty Moore Kirsty is a clinical psychologist who works for Active Psychological Services. Her topic this week is "The impact of Lifting the Lid on youth at Onslow" Dont forget... Goal Setters - 11 April - contact Mike to secure your ticket Have a great weekend Lou
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Apr 03, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Peter Cullen Peter was born in Wellington and attended Victoria University where he completed a law degree. He was President of the Chamber of Commerce for a number of years and on the board of Business Central and Business New Zealand. He recently retired from legal practice. Peter is a keen swimmer and a part-time golfer. His other current activities including arranging the ever-popular Cullen Breakfasts, he is a member of the Rotary Club of Wellington, and is a committee member of Wellington Probus.
Peter will speak on "The Democracy Project", which is a Rotary initiated project for secondary schools. Have a great weekend Lou
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Apr 10, 2024
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Apr 11, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Apr 17, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
This week's speaker
Barbara Brookes Barbara Brookes is a Professor of History at the University of Otago whose research, writing and teaching have contributed significantly to new perspectives on women’s history. She has explored a range of topics in imaginative ways, often in collaboration with scholars from different disciplines. Consistently, however, she has placed women at the centre of her research, and A History of New Zealand Women draws together many threads from some three decades of scholarly investigation. Barbara will speak on "History of New Zealand Women." Have a great weekend Lou
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Apr 24, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Brett Newell Brett is a well known local wine consultant and merchant. Brett was the Managing Director of Eurowine at the time of the foundation of EuroVintage in 2010. He is a distinguished public speaker and broadcaster. He has been the Champagne presenter for 'Savour New Zealand' and the MC for Wellington's International Pinot Noir forum for three consecutive events. A member of Veuve Clicquot's exclusive 'Cercle Des Amis De La Veuve' and a one-time chief wine judge; Brett brings immense wine expertise and experience as well as considerable business acumen to his role. Brett will speak on "Wines of New Zealand." Have a great weekend Lou
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May 01, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Kaeden Watts Kaeden is the principal advisor on climate change with the Wellington City Council. He has 6+ years’ experience in climate advocacy movements, campaigning and environmental consulting/advisory services at the grassroots level and government in New Zealand and overseas, as well as at the international-level through the International Indigenous Peoples Forum on Climate Change and United Nations Human Rights working group. Kaeden will speak on, "Climate change activism from a Maori Perspective." Have a great weekend Lou
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May 05, 2024 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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May 08, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is James Willcocks James is the Project Director at Predator Free Wellington, a position he has held for the past 7 years. Prior to this he worked for the Department of Conservation. He will be joined by Briony Ellis and Denise Church. James will give us an update on Predator Free Wellington - successes and goals for 2024. Have a great weekend Lou
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May 10, 2024 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Rotary Club of Port Nicholson Circa Theatre Fundraiser – 10th May Proceeds to Lifting the Lid
Dear all Please see the attached flyer which has details of the upcoming Sir Roger Hall play fundraiser, at Circa Theatre. All details are in the flyer. Registration details: Please click the link below and provide the following details: Your name Payment to: RCPN Charitable Trust Account 03 0502 0407484 00 References: Circa RCW and your name Please email Michaerla@MMDraper.com if you have any questions.
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May 15, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Tony Heyward Tony is the Regional Chair of Rotary Zone 8 Regionalisation project The regionalisation group has been working on the future of Rotary and our regional structures. Zone 8 covers New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Tony is a past president of the Tawa Rotary Club and he took over from David Watt as District Club Vision Coordinator some years ago. Tony has held several top positions at national and internatinal level in Rotary. It will be good to hear what Tony has to tell us about the developments which have been happening and what the plans are for Rotary going forward. Look forward to seeing you there. Lou Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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May 17, 2024 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
FLASHBACK FRIDAY REMINDER A leisurely lunch with friends at... THE TASTING ROOM Dear fellow Rotarians Flashback Friday is this week and will be at The Tasting Room - at the top of Courtneay Place (they have a nice range of beer and wine and other yummy drinkables) . Date: 17 May 2024 Time: 12pm til 2pm ish From The Tasting Room Website
"From our famous Beef Wellington, our sharing platter, a glass of rose on the lawn, or a fresh beer off one of our 14 taps, The Tasting Room has something for you. We are a pub and proud of it."
Come along with friends and /or family and enjoy and lovely lunch together. If you havent, please register yourself and anyone else you want to bring by 16 May, 9am and I can let them know how many we have coming so they are prepared. If you are still unsure, but find yourself free, please come and join us on Friday. Any queries please get in contact with me: lbrayburns@gmail.com and Ill do my best to help. Lou
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May 22, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Martin Jenkins Martin is the Principal at New Zealand Sleep Safety Limited New Zealand Sleep Safety Ltd, educates about the dangers of "drowsy driving" or driver fatigue —on the roads through its signature Drowsy Driving Handbook, a passport-sized document that provides clear, concise, and simple educational messages for drivers. Information shared in the handbook includes the main causes of drowsy driving, common myths, and how to prevent “this silent killer on the roads.” Martins topic is, "Drowsy driving on the road and how to prevent it." Look forward to seeing you there. Lou Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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May 26, 2024
Can you help Predator Free Wellington? Predator free activity is very much front of mind for Wellingtonians and there has been a huge amount of press as to the major milestones that are being ticked off. Most recently kiwis have been spotted in Otari Reserve in Wilton and in a local front garden in Broadmeadows. And of course, Port Nicholson has its own involvement with the 19 tunnel traps that we look after around Te Papa and Frank Kitts Park. We have done this for the past 5 years and still catch around 100 mice each year. While these are not rats, stoats or bigger vermin, mice still cause significant damage. 20 + Port Nicholson members (The Rat Trappers) are actively involved with this project. So, a well-supported Club project which is helping achieve one of Rotary’s 7 core objectives. PFW updated us as to its current activities and some of its challenges at our Wednesday meeting on 8 May. In particular it faces a significant funding shortfall with the imminent cessation of Government funding from Predator Free 2050. PFW has asked Port Nicholson to become an anchor community donor partner which will involve us giving $2,000 for the next few years. Any undertaking by the RCPN would be on a best endeavors basis with no firm commitment for future years. The Board has agreed to fund $1,000 in the 2024/25 year and I am now seeking club members to help with the other $1,000. All funds donated are used solely for the PFW front line in the field team of over 20. All admin costs are met by the government, NEXT Foundation and local councils. Have a look at pfw.org.nz for lots more detail of its activity. To provide a little fun element I am seeking members or anyone you know to contribute say $0.50 or $1.00 or any other sum that works for you for each rat or mice our Rat Trapping team catch in a year. These donations would be to RCPN and are tax deductible. Hopefully you are interested and happy to help out. If so please let me know and I will add you to the list and get some more of the details to you. Many thanks for your interest in reading this. Rick Hughes |
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May 26, 2024 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Perambulators Walk – Trelissick Park An easier one for a change Sunday May 26 2024 9-11.30am It’s been a while since our last perambulation where we enjoyed the uniqueness of the unspoilt beauty of Patuna Chasm in mid-March, and the rigours of Nydia Bay the month before are behind us.
We will walk up Trelissick Park which includes a few points of historic interest. Emerging at the top of Ngaio Gorge we then have 10 minutes of street walking and descend part way down Old Porirua Road and then climb up the Piwakawaka Track and emerge at the Odell Reserve. Another quick street walk and we will descend to Kaiwharawhara Park via a newly open track down the bush lined ridge. A quick stroll along Hutt Road will bring us to La Cloche for coffee and cakes and the cars are then a few minutes’ walk away from there.
Cheers Rick |
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May 29, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Jo Lambert CEO - Stroke Foundation Jo was appointed as CEO of the Stroke Foundation in May 2021. Her leadership experience comes from both the non-profit and private sectors. She joined the Foundation from Barnardos, New Zealand’s largest children’s charity, where she was General Manager of Early Learning. Prior to this, Jo was CEO of the consulting firm Maven, where she worked primarily with clients across health and disability services. For ten years, she was a certified Negotiation and Influencing skills strategist, trainer, and coach for ENS International. Jo is inspired to make a difference to the lives of those affected by stroke because her mother experienced a life-changing stoke when Jo was a teenager, and her father passed away from a stroke 30 years later. She initially joined the Stroke Foundation as a Board Member in 2018. Jo has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Studies (Hons), majoring in marketing and market research, and a postgraduate qualification from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (UK). She moved to New Zealand in 1995 and is the mother of two adult daughters. She enjoys yoga, dog-walking and reading a good book. Look forward to seeing you there. Lou Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Jun 05, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Jordyn Oakley Jordyn is an aspiring young scientist who has recieved Club funding Come along and hear what Jordyn has to say and enjoy a delicius breakfast with Clubmates and friends. Look forward to seeing you there. Lou Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Jun 09, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Jun 12, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Diana Marsh Chief Executive Tumu Whakarae at Wheako Pōneke Experience Wellington; Chair Orchestra Wellington Foundation Wheako Pōneke Experience Wellington operates six iconic arts, cultural and science institutions. These are: – City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi, Capital E, Wellington Museum, Space Place, Nairn Street Cottage, and the Cable Car Museum. Each tells the stories of Wellington so that our history is treasured and shared. Diana Marsh has been leading local, national and international arts organisations over the last 25 years, providing an excellent platform for her to lead Wheako Pōneke Experience Wellington and support it to continue to play an essential role celebrating arts and culture and connecting communities across Pōneke. Look forward to seeing you there. Lou Notes for the coming weeks meeting:
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Jun 19, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker this week is Heidi Quinn Volunteer Management Lead for Volunteering New Zealand
Volunteering New Zealand is an association of volunteer centres, and national and regional organisations with a commitment to volunteering in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Heidi is management lead brings expertise to her project-based work at Volunteering New Zealand. She has a wealth of knowledge in volunteer management, including the deployment of national IT platforms to support volunteer activity.
This is a very topical speaker with next week being National Volunteer week in NZ.
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Jun 26, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
CHANGEOVER 2024 Join us for breakfast to welcome Jo Douglas, our new President 26 June, 6.45am for a 7.00am sharp start This year we are celebrating change over with a breakfast on 26 June. Please arrive at the Wellington Club, Level 5 by 6.45am so we are ready to start sharp at 7am. There are a number of speeches and awards, so we need to make the most of the time we have, hence the need to start at 7am. Partners are welcome, please register them when you do your own registration and include any dietary requirements. The cost of the breakfast will be $35per head, slightly more than normal, to cover the cost of a special breakfast. Mimosas (compliments of your incoming President), tea and coffee served on arrival. We need to have all registrations in by the Friday prior to the breakfast, which make the close off Thursday 20 June 6pm. Please make sure you register ASAP as the Club has a limit on numbers.
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Jul 03, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Our speaker for our breakfast meeting 3 July Hon. Chris Bishop Minister of Housing, Minister for Infrastructure, Minister for RMA Reform, Minister of Sport & Recreation, and Leader of the House. The Rotary Clubs of Port Nicholson and Karori, with sponsorship support from The Professionals Wellington City & Suburbs, warmly invite you to join us for breakfast at the Wellington Club on Wednesday 3 July from 7am. Our guest speaker is Hon. Chris Bishop, Minister of Housing, Minister for Infrastructure, Minister for RMA Reform, Minister of Sport & Recreation, and Leader of the House. Chris was first elected as a National List MP in 2014 and he is currently MP for Hutt South. He was born and bred in Lower Hutt where he lives with his wife and young son. Chris was Young Wellingtonian of the Year in 2006. He worked in Parliament as a researcher and as an advisor to Ministers before his election to Parliament. Please register for yourself and any guests by Friday 14 June, with details of dietary requirments, so that we can advise attendance information to the Wellington Club by the following week 21 June. Please note the early registration date. We hope you can join us for this event. Numbers are limited to 100. |
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Jul 08, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
A reception to celebrate the Rotary Club of Port Nicholson's 35th anniversary and the work and impact of Rotary's major project "Lifting The Lid on Youth Mental Health in Wellington" at Government House New Zealand, Wellington on Monday 8 July 2024 from 6pm - 8pm (gates open 5.15pm - 5.45pm) Hosted by Her Excellency, The Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro GNZM, QSO Governor-General of New Zealand
REGISTRATION BY 12 JUNE 2024 Registration of attendance is required for Official Invitations from Government House to be issued to you, providing further information on dress code, parking and security.
Please confirm your registration by emailing Richard.Brodie@Xtra.co.nz |
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Jul 10, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Port Nicholson Rotary our speaker this week will be Bob Moffat
Bob was a Charter member of Port Nicholson and was made an Honorary member of the Club in 2016, after being a member for 27 years. Bob was President in the 1992 - 1993 year and was Chairman of the committee which ran the Conference in the year Howard Tong was District Governor.
As the speaker he will have much to share on the history of our very special Club.
Bob will be joined by Elaine Moffat at the meeting.
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Jul 17, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Port Nicholson Rotary our speaker this week will be Jean Phipps Jean was the first woman to join Port Nicholson Rotary around 1990. She was the president in the 1994-1995 year and was made a Paul Harris Fellow in 2002. She was the chairperson of the District Scholarships committee during the early 2000s and was responsible for nominating the first Peace Scholar from our Club, Greg Mitchell. I am sure Jean will have a great deal to share with us about our Club and its history on Wednesday morning.
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Jul 24, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Port Nicholson Rotary our speakers this week will be Howard Tong and Rob Whitney
This will be the final of the group of speakers talking about and celebrating the history of our Club. Come along and enjoy companionship, breakfast and celebrate our amazing Club. Reminder - there is no meeting next week due to our Casino Night on 27 August 2024
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Jul 31, 2024 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Port Nicholson Rotary our final speaker will be Rob Whitney
Wednesday 31 July really will be "the final" of the speakers talking about and celebrating the history of our Club. Come along listen to Rob's reflections and enjoy companionship, breakfast and celebrate our amazing Club. Reminder - Flashback Friday next week - 2 August 12pm Chapman Taylor cafe and bar - opposite New World Thorndon. Please come along and bring friends and/or family. Register by 5pm Wednesday 31 July, or flick me a text 0273042480 so I can let the cafe know our numbers.
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