On the Marae the boys helped build the hangi whilst the girls prepared the vegetables and desserts. They all now know the haka ‘Ka Mate, Ka Mate’ and I am sure is you ask they will be happy to display their new skills. Clint Vincent, our main contact on the Marae, is the kingpin of the weekend. His knowledge of maoritanga and history made for many interesting conversations. All of us are now part of the Kauwhata family and we thank the whanau for the time and effort taken to make us welcome.
As we farewell our Outbound Students in January 2020 it is time to think about locking in our next year’s intake of students into New Zealand (July 2020). We need the commitment of clubs now! It is a fantastic experience that young people have and it can’t be done without the support of clubs in our District. If you are a Club President or Incoming President please put RYE on the agenda of your next committee meeting and talk about how you can support this critical Rotary programme. I or any of the committee members would be more than willing to come and talk to you club. I look forward to hearing from you.
Lynne Phillips Chairperson RYE District 9940 Committee