Evening all as President David opened the meeting. , Trust you had a safe happy weekend. Acknowledged guest speaker Tim van de Molen, and Peter Thissen's uncle; Piet van Elferen visiting from Nymegen, Netherlands. Also Mentioned, this is Natalie van der Goes last meeting , before embarking to Cambridge ,England initially., For Rural folk on the farm, wetter than we would have liked. Commiserated with Caterer Rob in England being forth , with France winning the World Cup. All good for next time. So Farm Watch, Soil Temp 9c,growth 23kg/dm/ha per day. 37mls precipitation , reduced pasture cover , district into calving. Important to keep available pasture cover through to mid September, which means being on a 100 rotation of the farm pastures. Bit of N (Nitrogen) 30 units/Ha within environmental constraints helps that. So on farm now, rural folk are quite busy.
Rotarian Natalie van der Goes
Off to see the world and Teach.
Tim van de Molen MP
Guest speaker Tim van de Molen, MP for the Waikato Constituency introduced by Robert Stuart. Local lad Te Poi. . Both parents teachers, and involved in community activities. Matamata College student,, then embarked on life experiences that varied jobs here and overseas which presented different pathways.. Loved Wales, it people ,it's culture similar to New Zealand of outlook awareness. Up to then ,his ball sport was soccer, but soon involved in 15 man rugby, but not quite Welsh All Black status. His work travels also took him to Netherlands and Northern Ireland. Got Involved in what the Young Farmers organisation could offer for his rural and urban community, both as a board member and winning the prestigious Young Farmer of the Year competition.. Likes challenges, Enlisted with New Zealand Territorial Army Defence Force, A commissioned Officer. Gave a marathon a go, in Athens. Got inspiration from ordinary folk he participated with, from which he observed that no matter how hard you think you can go; you can go up another level. The varied experiences, that gave him a broader interest central government politics. With encouragement and support from his good lady with those obligations to a young family; an understanding of how the constituency he wished to represent : thinks. Successful with the nomination for the National Party, to stand for the Waikato Electorate Member of Parliament. The election process was unique. First step into Parliament Building, awestruck by the Mana of people before him, that included his Great Grand Father in the 1890's..Not a year into MP for Waikato, been very busy in a very diverse electorate. Supporting resolutions to issues that constituents present, which has already gave him challenges to work through, Then he has responsibilities in Parliament, Some structured and some not so structured. A bit of flexibility on site as third Whip for National Party Members of Parliament, making sure enough Members are on the precinct for when the House is in Session. He has to be on site for the sitting days, when Parliament is in session; which also is when he attends to electorate business. Not only does Tim takes an active input into our Primary Industries affairs, but also sits on the Transport and Infrastructure Select Committee. Drone transportation,,autonomous vehicles electricity generation needs are just three topics already discussed in that committee. Leonie Tisch thanked Tim for his insight, as to being a first time electorate Member of Parliament for Waikato..
District Governor 9930 Graham Jull, our special guest, Tuesday 24th July. Members are asked to be assembled within the hall as soon after 5pm as possible please.
Calendar Monday 20th Wednesday and Wednesday 22nd August for hosting Lincoln students. 50 to host both dates.Please contact Peter Vossen or Harry Russell next meeting if you can host. More info to come, as to how many we are asked to host. Peter has the shunt sheet, If you may have friends/family that may wish to help host these students, please advise Peter.
Natalie van der Goes fare welled with our Club best wishes. President David thanked Natalie for adding value to our Club, with her positive involvement. Keep us in the loop. David then read out a little fun item, for possible consideration by Natalie " Shopping for a husband !!!!'.
David Hulme will ask members expressions of interest for the 2020 Rotary Convention in Hawai'i. Main reason is early confirmation of hotel accommodation is wise.
CLUB DUTY
24th JULY
31st JULY
CLUB HOST
OWEN WESTLAKE
LYN DOBBE
RECEPTION
REXINE HAWES
FRED BARRETT
RECEPTION
JIM BREMNER
MIKE STEINER
BAR STEWARD
GLENDA MILLIGAN
PETER THISSEN
BAR STEWARD
HARRY DAVIESON
MERV KING
SPEAKER INTRO
KRISHNANSAMI NARAYANASAMI
BRIAN HUNTER
SPEAKER THANKS
MICHELLE TANNER
SHERYL ERTEL
TOP TABLE
KRISHNANSAMI NARAYANASAMI
BRIAN HUNTER
TOP TABLE
BARRY McKEY
BRYCE SCOTT
PARTING THOUGHT
LYN DOBBE
ALICE CLOTHIER
KITCHEN
LEO KINGSTON
DAVID PARKER
KITCHEN
ROBBIE PEARSON
HENRY CLOTHIER
Jane Belton...Programme
July 24 – Graham Jull – District Governor’s visit
July 31 - Julie Morgan-Hughes Operation Christmas Child
Aug 7 – Caron Stewart – Scene Newspaper
Aug 14 – Sue Truman – Birth of an aircraft – will need 30 minutes for this speaker
Aug 20 - 1st hosting Lincoln Students
Aug 21 – NO MEETING
Aug 22- 2nd hosting Lincoln Students
Aug 28 -
Sept 4 – Club nite – yet to be decided
Sept 11 –
Sept 18 – Celebrate 125 years Women’s Suffrage in New Zealand
Sept 25 –
Oct 2 - club nite yet to be decided
Oct 9 –
Oct 19 –
Oct 23 –
Oct 30 – End Polio Now – Michelle Tanner
'Who Has Inspired Me'.. Mike Farrell.
Mike made it very clear that he did not aspire academically at High School he attended. Left school with no qualifications. Worked 5 years textile factory. Then another job 1year,but had a great boss. After some time doing my job. Got summoned into his office. He shut the door! "What the hell are you doing here "!!! " You are wasting your time here". You should be at university. Mike told him "But I did not get School University Entrance". His reply as, "you are over 21, get off to a university now!" Which I did. It was his inspiring straight talk to me that got me to where I am today, and I am still seeking further qualification to enhance my business.
International Rotary Convention, Hawai'i .6th to 10th June 2020. David Hulme will be seeking expressions of interest of members shortly. Accommodation will be required for 25000 attendees. So earlier the better to secure close to venue hotels.
Calendar please: Rotary Day, February 23rd 2019. To raise public awareness of what Rotary achieves for members and our communities here ,and around the World.
Lion Foundation. Has $400k + for distribution. David Hulme has more information. So contact David for more detailed information. Maybe one or more Rotary projects may meet the eligibility criteria for a grant application to be successful.
'Look Good, Feel Better' fund raiser to support people with cancer treatment. Murray Wills and Peter Vossen are part of 'Dry July'. Along with Miranda Thomson are foregoing alcoholic beverage through July. They would be rapt with some sponsorship support from fellow members.
Peter Vossen advised members, he has raised $400 so far for 'look Good, Feel Better'.
Inner Wheel
This term, in keeping with this term's Rotary Theme of 'Be the Inspiration', President David G. will have members at Club meeting, recant on 'Who has Inspired Me'.
Charlene Connor, Pohlen Foundation. We can confirm that the Real Home and Garden Tour will be held again this year, so save the date for Saturday, 17 November.
Directors Chat:
Public Image. Daffodil Day, Friday 31st August. Help required. Murray Wills m. 0274 765 769
Administration. District Governors Club visit Tuesday 24th July. Appropriate theme fun. That theme will be advised next meeting.
Peter Vossen and Harry Russell. Lincoln Student hosts required. Wednesday 22nd August. Peter Vossen. m. 0274 4969 537 or Harry Russell ph. 880 9256 Fax 880 9254
Below is from the information, 'For Rotarians' on our webpage, the need is for us to provide enough hosting. Last year, it was basically 'down to the wire' for hosting our rural leaders of tomorrow.
Piet, Peter and Peter !!
Peter Thissen (R) with his Uncle Piet van Elferen, of Nymegen, Netherlands. A mechanical genius, fixed his nephews lathe in no time. Family life at its best
Oh!!! the third Pete, Peter Vossen photo bombing.
Netherlands genetic ancestery to the fore, in this meeting photograph library:
Tim van de Molen, Natalie van der Goes, Piet van Elferen, Peter Thissen Peter Vossen.
This tree hut issue, was a conversational piece around New Zealand recently. Good to see our fellow Rotarian peers got involved to make good.
Parting Thought
"A good speech is like a women's skirt. Long enough to cover the subject, and short enough to create interest" Sir Winston Churchill
Kevin Sing.........Rotarian
President David wished Natalie on behalf of her fellow Rotarians, the very best for her adventure of
discovery ,experience and opportunity. Take care. Natalie in reply, gave us an insight on what she expects to achieve, and considered flexibility between teaching engagements and fun.
Nice to see Michelle Parker at our meeting, Reviews our Club accounts. An appreciated input to our Club affairs. Nice one !
FIFA W0rld Cup concluded. What might have been , has not been. France 1st England 4th.
