Evening all, welcome. What a fantastic spell of weather, unless you are a farmer. Special occasion last weekend, with the marriage of our daughter, which also supported by fine weather. Great venue, "Young people doing good stuff". Which is contrary to my part investment in a race horse, Trainer givesome thought as to when the next race will be. To me, seems the race was 200 metres tooooo long! Farm Watch: Been mating for a week, just the district average of 27% of the herd put up so far, 12% of the herd treated with 'seeders'. A progesterone slow release hormone that encourages corpus luteum and ovum discharge from the ovary. 60% in calf rate expected, and does have a cost to do. But it supports that all important 'days in milk'. Do need a nice rain now, no rain last week.24 day rotation, pasture average cover 2350 kgs/dm/ha, growing 74kgs/dm/day, but that will drop it no rain soon. Chickory Crop has germinated, but will need some rain to get it really going places!
Tim Hampton, Guest Speaker. A Matamata lad, and obviously very proud of that fact. His disciplined enthusiasm and focussed effort on advancing his skill set, for his business continuity of considered successful growth; has to be applauded. One could say, already an entrepreneur.
Tim Hampton, Matamata Digital, Luminate-one and Career Central introduced by Brian Hunter. Tim thanked Rotary for the invitation to speak, and his parents known to many. Matamata Intermediate and Matamata College. Showed on power point some family photo's that showed an interest in electrical cords !!! at 4 years of age. With that passion on flowing with 2001 at Intermediate school, help unpacking their first Imax Computer. 2009 soldering up his first solar panel, last lasted two years before water damage. keen on electronics at College, and a talent for audio sound at our local amateur theatre, which he enjoyed. University swas him involved in 'Chat Box', correlating data for safety aspects for surfing. Had enough of three years at University with a Degree. 48 hour Cyber Hacking competition (controlled environment) was enlightening, Plus a few other techie challenges he was part of, including the initial development of Career Central. Wanting to achieve a niche technology business, started in 2013 and built Matamata Returned Services Club Web Site. A few more opportunities to do a few more , led him to form his fledgling company Matamata Digital. His desire to set up in Matamata, not only because it was his town, but geographically situated to many main centre's plus ideal for a 'solid base'. Tim explained the three main elements of his business structure, plus a recent fourth. "Matamata Floor Space" More to do with sub leasing some of the floor space surplus to his digital business requirements.
Currently 15 staff, and still actively recruiting. The present age of his staff average 24 years of age. Generation Z , and quotes Deloitts as these are also referred to as millennials. Who accept their jobs will change, 45% move on to other jobs after 2 years, but are motivated. Like a positive workplace, flexibility and location plus able to continue learning and Remuneration in that order. In finishing, Matamata Digital is a Full Service Website Design Company. From $120 to an average of $2500. Their first as a company was a majoe website build for Matamata I-Site. One Website they also manage is for 'Little Bit Yummy' for advice and food ingredient possibilities for sufferers of irritable bowel syndrome, Web site attracts 132000 visitors a month and many times 180 'hits ' a second. Client base growing. Luminate-one , online business systems; A business aspect that has grown quickly and seeking more staff for that right now. Career Central, a career management plan for secondary schools. First full 5 year cycle of students, prove this is a successful career management plan for students. Interesting data from this first cycle, is some students original thoughts when first engaged with this programme; actually then followed another career path upon leaving school. Career Central is managed 24/7 by his staff. Appreciated being chosen to host Prime Minister Ardern recently, as her government wishes to support business growth for small towns. Tim in finishing noted that the digital industry, due to the evolution of advancing technologies, require basically the requirement to relearn all over again and update skills .Which does support the observation of burn out, even only after 10 years in this type of business Also said "It is a challenge to attract suitable staff to Matamata, especially with the tight accommodation, affordable homes and rentals availability right now". Matamata needs to grow, hopefully the 'Powers that be' will promote that. Peter Thissen Thanked Tim for the insight into his business, plus Peter explained his first experience with a computer.at a rather mature age!!
ALL ONBon Fire family night at Owen Farmilo's . Shearing shed readily converted to a BBQ ?BYO? restaurant !. Tuesday NOVEMBER 13th.
Jane Belton , Programme. good numbers for the visit to Mimico; Tuesday November 20th. Plan is to have our meal at St John, then proceed to Mimico.
'Guess who is coming to Dinner' Host and guest envelopes handed out Friday 2nd November 6.30pm.Hosts provide main course, Guests provide the entrée, desserts and wine. David Hulme Champion with Leonie Tisch as second contact 0272 272 493.
Melbourne Cup meeting. Tuesday 6th November. Earlier assembly 4.30pm , race start time of 5pm. Best dressed prizes. $5 Sweepstake, Half the proceeds to Rotary Foundation.
Michelle Tanner, Polio Street collection Wednesday 24th October. Volunteers please for this. Contact Michelle 027 7225 599 michelle.tanner59@gmail.com for further information .
Service Projects, working bee last Wednesday Pohlen Hospital. Went very well, Robert Stuart thanked those involved for a good job done.
MOVEMBER. Stop men dying. Grow or sponsor a 'tashe, host a small gathering and discuss men's health and donate. Ross Bay Club Champion for this. m 0274 989 463 Shunt Sheet this meeting and next. Host a gathering to fund raise and not able to participate, then sponsor. Pre photos od participants next meeting.
CLUB DUTY
30th OCTOBER
6th NOVEMBER
CLUB HOST
MIKE FARRELL
DAVID WHEADON
RECEPTION
RICHARD METCALFE
KEVIN SING
RECEPTION
ROSS BAY
OWEN WESTLAKE
BAR STEWARD
MIRANDA THOMSON
MICHELLE TANNER
BAR STEWARD
PETER VOSSEN
PETER THISSEN
SPEAKER INTRO
BRIAN HUNTER
N/R
SPEAKER THANKS
FRED BARRETT
N/R
TOP TABLE
BRIAN HUNTER
TBA
TOP TABLE
TBA
TBA
PARTING THOUGHT
KRISHNANSAMI NARAYANASAMI
GLENDA MILLIGAN
KITCHEN
JIM BREMNER
DAVID PARKER
KITCHEN
GORDON LUKIES
MIKE FARRELL
Jane Belton...Programme
Oct 30 – End Polio Now – Michelle Tanner - laptop and projector
Nov 6 – Melbourne Cup night – laptop and projector
Nov 13 – Bonfire at Owen Farmilo’s farm – Old Te Aroha BBQ dinner
Nov 20 – Mimico visit - after dinner
Nov 27 – Half Yearly AGM
Dec 4 – Club night
Dec 11 – Last night Rotary – Think Christmas
2019
Jan 22 – First meeting BBQ at Lynette and John’s
Jan 29 –
Feb 5 – Rach and Jeff Cane – TBC
Feb 12 – Fire Station visit
'What Inspired Me' ..an observation on Tim Hampton
From a 4 year old, electrical cords, extension cords, television cords--was absolutely fascinated with them!! Then 2001 helping unpack Matamata Intermediates' new Imax Computer. Building a successful working solar panel 2009, then really got into computer stuff from Matamata College onwards. Yep, that humble electric extension cord seems the inspiration to where he is today,and no doubt the many tomorrow's.
Secretary Dave Johnson. 60+ Driver Refresher courses in our area.
Wednesday November 14th at the Ambulance Station in Rawhiti Road – 9.15am-1pm
People need to book in, the contact number is 07 868 0200 (Thames – Coromandel District Council). We need a minimum of 12 for the course to go ahead and take a maximum of 20.
Rotary Matamata half year AGM. Tuesday 27th November.
Melbourne Cup meeting. Tuesday 6th November. Earlier assembly, due race start time of 5pm. Best dressed prizes. $5 Sweepstake, Half the proceeds to Rotary Foundation.
Michelle Tanner, Polio Street collection Wednesday 24th October. Volunteers please for this. Contact Michelle 027 7225 599 michelle.tanner59@gmail.com for further information .
.Tuesday 30th October meeting, is a NO meal refund night. Donated Soup will provided .Dress theme is purple.
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Rexine Hawes, Oxfam 100km walk in Whakatane.to raise funds for 'Global Poverty'. In training mode right now. Just need some pointers on how to attract sponsorship support. Plus , a Rotary support crew would be nice. Thank you. m. 021 477 089 rexine.hawes@gmail.com
USED POSTAGE STAMPS: In a past issue of Rotary Down Under there is a contact of a person in Melbourne who can sell used postage stamps. If anyone has these, they can be passed to Eric Muckle or Kevin Sing. ‘Just leave stamps on envelope paper, leaving about 1cm margin around the edge.’ NZ stamps are in particular demand. Many thanks,Jean Muckle. Please contact:- Eric and Jean ph. 888 3784 e. jeneric@xtra.co.nz
Charlene Connor, Pohlen Foundation. Real Home and Garden Tour will be held again this year, so save the date for Saturday, 17 November. Tickets now on sale direct from Charlene.
Directors Chat:
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.
David Hulme .Taste Waikato cook book – a beautiful production featuring local produce and great recipes. This would make a great Christmas present for family or an excellent corporate gift for your clients. Each cookbook costs $40.00 but for every one Rotary Matamata sells we get $15 so this is an excellent way for us to earn a little from the project as well. Could you please email me on david@theboltholder.co.nzfor order(s) no later than Wednesday October 31 .
