By my calculations (including apologies), 88% of our membership took part in our AGM. Thanks Steve (and Murray Cooper) and Warren for your presentation of the Club and Trust financial situation at the end of the 2019/20 Rotary year. The RC of Papakura is in a financial position that would be the envy of many clubs in our district.
Congratulations to Anne in her acceptance of President Nominee for the 2022/23 year. I know that, just as I have, you will receive the ongoing support of all members as you undertake this role.
The Directors have given the go-ahead for the Cosgrove Primary School Dental Hygiene Project. Lars and the Youth Committee have put considerable time and effort in getting this project to the start line. The project will see all students (some 500+) supplied with a toothbrush and toothpaste for use daily at school. These are kept in each classroom (about 26 stands required (Stainless Steel with Rotary Logo)) and each term the children take home their toothbrushes and we replace them. The program came from the RC of Otahuhu (Mummy) and they state that the children in the schools they are running the program in have the best dental health in the area. After the initial set-up costs, the program will have an ongoing annual cost of about $2000 +/- per year for consumables.
I know the Government is talking (don’t they spend a lot of time ‘talking’?) about doing something about the dismal state of youth dental health but, from what I can make out, their response will be to make more money available for special orthodontic procedures. Sort of like putting an ambulance at the bottom of the cliff. What we want to do with this project is put a fence at the top of the cliff.
Almost forgot – Happy Birthday for last Monday. The RC of Papakura was 72, having been chartered on the 16th of November 1948.
A few weeks ago, we heard from and got inspired by Mel Tipene – Talking about her Project “Kuraconnect” and her vision togather all sports organization across every society in our Community.
Friday 6 Nov, the last of a series of 4 Touch Rugby event for the lower socioeconomic sector – was Held at Bruce Pulman park.
For this occasion, Mel Tipene and Kuraconnect managed to arrange a large donation of water, bread and sausages to cook for the troops.
Enter the recently commissioned Crime Watch trailer and the Rotarian army – in a puff of smoke and with the sun behind them. President Alan was leading the charge from the front. General and Public liaison officer George Wilson by his side and a handful of trusty soldiers (Lloyd, Barry, Lars) followed hot on their heels.
Every one rapidly set up camp and we got stuck in doing the cooking and feeding.
Last Tuesday saw another keen team of recruits head toward Manukau to the Salvation Army Depot to join with members from Newmarket and Remuera Clubs to perform a wider than normal suite of tasks no the least a major packing of a pallet of fresh carrots donated from a Pukekohe Grower. Peter, Warren and Maurice demolished the job and never want to see another carrot again, but thanks guys.
Ted, Sue Vicky and Lois repacked both flour, rice in great quantities, and then got stuck into joining the packing line with the great efficiency and experience that they always exhibit.
A great effort by all concerned and further endorsement that our projects don’t need to be about Dollars but are just as rewarding when Community Service is the major driver.
These are the dates to put into your diary if you are available and of course, the desire, we can roll along any Tuesday and be appreciated but certainly on our Papakura specified days. George will continue to send reminders.
We have had a great 6 months helping at The Salvation Army Food Distribution Centre in Manukau, and I know all of the Rotary efforts have been greatly appreciated by the Salvation Army team at that location.
I would personally like to thank you all for your support over that period.
Rotary Traditional Christmas Puddings are made from only the best fruit, spices and wholesome ingredients to a time-proven recipe that everyone loves year after year.
These Christmas Puddings are the most delicious way to turn a meal into a celebration. Hot or cold, you just can’t beat them. Serve with custard, brandy butter, caramel sauce, cream or ice cream - yum!
Rotary Christmas Puddings make the best seasonal gifts
The Parade starts at 3pm. Streets will be closed from 1pm and the Parade floats will assemble early afternoon.
The Club will run the BBQ sausage sizzle.
This is a key event for the Club in show-casing the activities of Rotary to the public so member’s support for assigned roles or general duties is appreciated.
