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‘Plants that Poison’ or ‘how to kill your husband in a way PHF cannot detect’!!
Helen works in the Toxicology section of PHF (Public Health & Forensic) Science, formerly ESR and before that the DSIR. The work of the toxicology group is mainly the analysis of drugs and poisons in biological specimens as related to coronial and criminal cases. Her unofficial research, however, has involved growing and analysing poisonous plants.
Helen received the ESR Lifetime Achievement Award at the Science New Zealand Awards for her major contribution to forensic toxicology.
There are many poisonous plants in our gardens, including natives, that are identified as possessing significant risk to humans and animals.
“Don’t be afraid of opposition. Remember that a kite rises against, not with, the wind.”
- Hamilton Wright Mabie (American essayist, editor, critic, and lecturer)
Today in NZ History - 13 November
1896 - Mount Tongariro erupts. At 12.40pm Te Maari, a crater at the northern end of the Tongariro range, erupted spectacularly. It continued to erupt sporadically for nearly a year.
The Club acknowledges the sad passing of our friend David Jones on 6th November. Our deepest sympathy to Audrey Jones and her family. David's funeral service was held earlier today.
The Club acknowledges the sad passing of our friend Peggy Roberts on 9th November. Our deepest sympathy to her family. Many members will also remember Peggy's late husband, Dick. Peggy's funeral will be held at St James Church, Woburn Rd on Monday 16th November at 11am.
Just forwarding the official thanks from Rebecca with regards to our assisting at their Vintners’ Lunch - Paul Giles
To our fabulous Vintners' Lunch volunteers,
We hope you had a great experience at our Vintners' Lunch – Delights of Asia on Sunday, or during the set up or pack down of the event.
This event would not have been possible without your help. Thank you for your support and your time.
Confirmed Total Raised
We are delighted to share that we raised $316,727 on the day.
This total includes funding for two much-needed 'Cuddle Beds'. One was made possible through guest donations on the day, and the other has been generously funded by Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors. The beds are being ordered soon, and once delivered and installed in the coming months, will provide comfort and precious time together for many families.
Thank you once again for being part of this special event and for helping us continue to provide compassionate palliative care to our community.
Earlier this year, Eastern Hutt Rotary welcomed Blain Collinge and Justine Hamill as guest speakers, when they shared the work of Red Door Recovery, a drug and alcohol treatment centre built on a foundation of love, care and support.
This week, Blain, a co-leader of Red Door Recovery, got in touch with our Club again with a heartfelt message of appreciation for the club’s $500 donation. The contribution will be used to purchase ukuleles from a local Hutt City business, helping to extend the centre’s musical therapy programme.
It is wonderful to know that our club’s support will help bring the enjoyment and therapeutic benefits of music to people on their recovery journey. Even a small contribution can make a meaningful difference.
Thanks to the fantastic support for our recent Quiz and Auction evening, Eastern Hutt Rotary will be donating $7,500 to support the Taveuni Island Dental Project in Fiji.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the evening such a success! We’re especially grateful to our fellow Rotary clubs for their wonderful support: Mt Victoria Rotary for their generous donation of two presentation $5 notes signed by Sir Edmund Hillary (what a special auction contribution!), and Rotary Hutt Valley and the Rotary Club of Kapiti for getting behind the evening so generously. Our sincere thanks also go to Briscoes Petone and Mitre 10 Petone for their auction contributions.
It’s wonderful to see what can happen when Rotary clubs, local businesses and our wider community pull together. Thank you all for helping make a real difference for the children of Taveuni Island. We can all feel pretty proud of this one!
Save the date. Eastern Hutt Rotary will be assisting at this event at the Royal Wellington Golf Club on Friday 26 February.
Parting Thought
Richard Perry provided the 'parting thoughts' at the end of the meeting -
"You can always count on Americans to do the right thing, after they have exhausted all other possibilities."
"In forensic medicine it is amazing how often you find just one exceptional exception. Followed always by a defense barrister trying to make it sound commonplace."
- Richard Shepherd
Birthdays This Coming Week
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Anniversaries in November
* Mike Keehan - 21 November 2022 (previously Oamaru)
A reminder that it's your responsibility to find a replacement if you are unable to fulfil your duty. Please let Mike Fackney know of any changes to the roster.
Eastern Hutt Rotary e-Bulletin
We meet at Avalon Pavilion, Taita Drive entrance, Mondays, at 5:55 pm
Visitors and prospective members always welcome.
For catering purposes, contact our Secretary (021) 1226153
