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President's Message
Jackie Muir
Hello Team
This will be my last blurb as President before our official hand over to Stephen at Changeover on the 6th. We have a great night planned with a speaker from the volunteer fire brigade and a fun auction to round off the evening. Kellys catering will be fantastic as usual and look forward to seeing you all there.
If you have not yet indicated if you are coming or not could you please email or call me for confirmation.
Winter is setting in but we still have a lot planned so keep tuned for upcoming events thanks to those who turned out to do the wood at Berwick and Sunday for the community tree planting at Balclutha.
Looking forward to seeing you all. Keep Warm
Jackie
 
Stories
Meeting on 8 June
 
What a lovely evening we had with our first meeting since Lockdown.  20 members gathered at Forum Café for a lovely evening catching up and sharing things that had happened for us over the past 2 months.  We had another great meal – roast chicken this time – and a special thank you to Suzie for the wine and beers – a birthday shout.
Two Minute Spot
Glenis shared a letter from Amyn Amende, our Tokomairiro High School student who is on Rotary Youth Exchange in Germany.  Here is part of his letter:
My time overseas has shown me much.  Once I arrived to Germany I had a weird sensation. It was more like returning than discovering. Like finding and reading an old book that you had lost. One strange thing is that I have family here that I have never met; I hope to once Corona dies down.
I am currently in a town called Gauting (it's near Munich).  During my time in Europe so far I have been to ancient palaces like Schloss Nymphenburg in Germany and even the Austrian Imperial palace in Wien. I have even been in the room where König Ludwig II was said to be born. I spent 2 weeks in Austria on a language course. They were some of the best 2 weeks of my life. Like the Germans the Austrians are generally a kind and honest people. No one seemed pushy in crowds or anything, everyone is generally calm (unless there is a soccer game - then you can hear chanting everywhere).
At the end of this month I head north to Berlin which I feel very excited about. It will make a great experience. I have a goal to visit my German grandfather after corona as well. I have much more I could write but I don’t wish to write too much as I probably have already, but I have made many great experiences here and my mindset has changed completely.  I have been finding myself always happy and far more accepting. Learning to speak German properly and being around a populace that is so friendly has changed me greatly. I can’t wait to take this mindset back to NZ. I thank everyone that helped get me here.
Liebe grüße
Amyn 
 
 
Amyn with friends in Germany
Amyn with President Jackie in December December 2019
Bronwyn Robins
President Jackie paid tribute to Bronwyn and her years of contribution to our community.  After her battle, Bronwyn finally succumbed to her illness early during Lockdown 4.  We have lost a special member of our Rotary Club and the Milton community.
Elder Care
Peter Mallon gave a report on how things were going at Elder Care and requested the services of another member of the club to help administer the trust and attend meetings.  This is not an onerous task – if anyone is interested in helping out, please contact Peter Mallon.
Club Meeting this coming Monday!
Rotary Club of Milton - Monday 22 June - 5.45 for 6.00pm.
Apologies to Kerry by 10am Monday.
 
Guest speaker - Dale Wyber, Milton Community Health Trust
 
This is our last club meeting with Jackie Muir as President before changeover Night.
 
 
 
 
Rotary DownUnder
Rotary Down-Under Bulletin– any club member who is not receiving a bulletin, either in hard-copy or digital format, please let Suzie know –fourbears@yrless.nz
Wood Splitting project a Berwick Camp
Working bee to complete the firewood splitting at Berwick Camp for Saturday the 20th.
Intend to be at Berwick at 9.00am.
Please ring Colin on 4178564 by Thursday night prior if you are able to assist so you can be contacted if there is a need to cancel.
 
PS Sorry about the lateness of the notice.
Give Tiff a ring first thing Friday if you can help out.
Changeover Night
It is hard to believe, but it is almost a year since our last changeover night when Jackie became President.  She is about to hand over the reins to Stephen Woodhead.  Please mark Monday 6 July in your diary – 6pm at the Country Club.  $30 per head.  Partners and friends welcome.
Community Planting Day – Balclutha
This project was funded as part of the Rotary District 9980 Conference that was cancelled due to COVID 19.

The details

1.       When  - 28th June at 1.30pm

2.       Where  - under the bridge on the corner of Waiwera Station road and the Clinton Highway

3.       Who – as many as possible, many hands make light work.

 

Other things you might want to know

1.       This was meant to be a group event with the Rotary conference but alas Covid.

2.       Rotary has kindly donated 400 plants for our site.

 

An extra bonus

1.       We also have 200 small straw bales and Carex Secta for some trial sediment traps.

2.       These are a free trial we have managed to fund with funds from the 2019 ladies environmental evening.

3.       Bring a ute to collect.

 
June 20 – 26, 2020 Rotary Virtual Convention.
 
Join Us As We Set a Record:  We believe that this 1st ever Virtual Rotary Convention can set an attendance record.  Of the 110 previous Rotary conventions, the highest level of attendance was 45,381.  President Mark and the Convention Committee believe that we can set the bar even higher.  Members of Rotary, and the general public, from all over the world, can be a part of this historical effort.  Our program will be world-class, the cost of registration is FREE, and people can attend the convention using a computer, tablet or smartphone.  On behalf of President Mark and Gay, the Convention Committee and Rotary, we are asking YOU to play a vital role in helping us achieve this record.
 
Convention Website The Rotary Convention Website (www.riconvention.org) continues to provide updated information.  This is the best place for the latest news.  For example, Rotary has just posted the schedule for the breakout sessions that will be held June 22-26. https://www.riconvention.org/en/honolulu/breakout-sessions-schedule.
 
You can:
  • Stay active with the Rotary Walking Challenge. Track your progress on a leaderboard, enjoy some friendly competition, and have the chance to win great prizes – including two tickets for next year’s convention!
  • Explore the Virtual House of Friendship to discover Rotary Fellowships, Rotary Action Groups, potential partners, projects, and other valuable resources.
  • Join our Featured Breakouts to learn new skills and engage with fellow members. These take place daily, 22-26 June, with more breakout sessions throughout July.
  • Share how you’re participating by posting a selfie or other photos on our event page on Facebook.
  • Use our Aloha Rotary GIFs and augmented reality filters to engage with your friends and family on social media. Add a GIF to your Facebook or Instagram stories. Snap a selfie or record a video while virtually wearing sunglasses or face paint. Learn how.
Sign up for our free convention today and encourage friends in your network, club, and community to join you. Don’t miss out!
 
Ah-Lek Tay
 
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Duties
 DUTIES     
 
        Attendance:     Jim/Dean
       
       Club History :  
 
       2 minute talk :  
 
       Sergeant :   
 
       Introduce Speaker:  
 
       Thank Speaker : 
 
       Parting Thought :  
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Suzie Bearman
June 4
 
Glenis Sim
June 6
 
Luisa Fruean
July 17
 
Join Date
Dean Finch
June 1, 2015
5 years
 
Jenny Scott
June 9, 1997
23 years
 
Kerry Dowling
June 16, 2014
6 years
 
Glenn Johnston
June 22, 2016
4 years
 
Luisa Fruean
June 22, 2016
4 years
 
John Taal
July 1, 1991
29 years