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Last Meeting:John Mohi - 9940 District Governor
What a great evening we had with the visit of District Governor John Mohi and his wife, Lane! An evening full of surprises! In his speech, John shared with us about Taupiripiri - the cane which recognises the qualities of leadership and authority vested in the DG.
John shared with us the District’s plans for the next few years:
Finalizing the Centennial Book about the history of NZ & Pacific Rotary - currently up to the 1970’s and due out in 2021, but still requiring any Rotary history yet to be submitted
District 9940 Rotary Conference, to be held on 15-17 May 2020 at Lower Hutt Events Centre, with the theme - Rotary Connects the World – Together We Connect, Ko Tatou Tatou e.
Following a surprise ‘debate’ twist to keep us guessing, Wim Julicher was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship, for his outstanding services, proudly supported by wife, Sue, and family members.
As a prelude to the meeting we were entertained by the beautiful singing of Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Te Ara Whanui Kapa Haka group, and later by their outstanding performance, paying tribute to iwi throughout Aotearoa.
What better occasion to honour someone, than when the District Governor visits. Accompanied by his family, Wim Julicher was presented the Paul Harris Fellowship tonight. It was a huge surprise and there was the odd tear in the eye I believe!
Please study and plan ahead, especially if you are on duty to write a Bulletin Contribution. A reminder that it's also your responsibility to find a replacement if you are unable to fulfill your duty.
* Train to End Polio:Thursday 24th October - Richard Perry advised there 9 so far going to Masterton and if you like to know the various options, get in touch with him.
* Christmas Function - proposed date: This is Monday 9th December. If you already know, or think, you will be away on that date, please advise President Rob and Ron Hunter now.
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