Guest Speaker: District Governor Ross Pinkham QPM, JP
David H, Area 3 Assistant Governor 2019-22 welcomed Ross, they have known each other for many years. Ross is from the Taradale club and is retired from the NZ Police.
He spent the day visiting around Matamata with Robert and Leonie, and even managed to fit in a cycle ride. Later he was hosted by David and Lisette, he thanked them all kindly.
As District Governor, Ross's theme and focus for his year is on Health and Well-being, here are some ideas for the Club:
- Set up a cycling or a walking group
- Get speakers on bone density etc
- Arrange to have blood pressure tests done at a club meeting
- Could look at doing health comparisons... check weight (for example) now and then again later on.
He highlighted this year's 7 areas of focus: promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, sanitation and hygiene, saving mothers and children, supporting education, growing local economies and lastly protecting the environment.
As governor he also discussed current International President Shekhar Mehta, and his theme and focus... "Do more...grow more" and "Each one... bring one".
Due to this being via Zoom, Ross has emailed out his presentation, also attached is a copy of the Rotary Days of Service challenge that Shekhar Mehta has issued. If anyone hasn't seen it please contact Maz, David H or Stew.
Most importantly Taradale Club is hosting the District Conference for Ross at the Napier War Memorial and Convention Centre Friday 20th May 2022. With cycling, golf, art deco and a wine tour on offer... this is one not to be missed!!
Jane thanked Ross for his visit and presentation, we look forward to the time it can be in person rather than virtual.
