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6 March 2022
 
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MEETINGS 

Tuesdays 5.30 pm for 6 pm at: 
Holiday Inn Queenstown
594 Frankton Road
Turn off Frankton Road into Goldfields Heights then Goldfields Way
Queenstown
Cost: $25
Exact numbers attending and apologies must be advised before each meeting. 
Please advise by noon on the Monday before each meeting. 

All apologies and guests to be made by email to queenstownrotary@gmail.com 

 
     
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Hello everyone 
 
The last couple of weeks have been very productive within our club.  A small off site meeting at Bayview had us whipping through a rather quick meeting, then some of us visited the Lakeview Camp gully works.  This is where the Rylarians once again made a fantastic contribution to the area with two outdoor areas - a creek crossing and the general beautification of the once overgrown gully.  Lee-Ann Lines took us on the tour and was rightfully mighty proud of the work the RYLA attendees have undertaken with her direction and passion for youth.  
 
Then the next weekend followed with several successful working bees on the Tucker Beach Trail (see article below).  Kerry Dunlop, leading the charge, was very happy with the participation of Rotary members and friends.  The turnout was fantastic considering the busy lives people are leading at present.  Kerry says (and we agree) that the trail is a great promotion for Rotary.
 
Last weekend saw many of us travelling to Te Anau for a ‘explore and learn adventure’ weekend supporting the environment as well as supporting locals with local spending.  The weekend was full of action with some members doing the Doubtful Sound boat excursion, some the Milford Sound day trip, some E-Biking and some taking a helicopter to the top of Mount Maury.  From this point the group then walked down to the Luxmore Hut and from there a 4 hour descent to Brod Bay to meet the water taxi home.
 
Attendees also had a conservation presentation by DOC member Jamie McAuley.  The weekend was superbly well organized by Gabrielle Schou and we also had Rotarians Pete, Donna, Chris and Jill from the Balclutha Rotary Club join us.  It was great getting to know them and hear about the Balclutha Club. 
 
Just when we thought it couldn't get any better, I was privileged to be able to present a Paul Harris Fellowship award to Gabrielle.  The setting was absolutely perfect for the occasion and the citation was read overlooking Lake Te Anau.  Gabrielle’s continual dedication to our Queenstown club is inspiring.  Her work as Membership Director, as well as the processes that she has put in place on Club Runner, has put our club in a great position and paves the way forward for future direction.  Congratulations Gabrielle, a truly deserved PHF.
 
Yours in Rotary
President Jason
 
 
FIORDLAND EXPLORE & ADVENTURE WEEKEND
The ‘Explore and Learn’ weekend from Te Anau started with an interesting outdoor lecture by the Department of Conservation’s (DOC) Jamie McAulay about the endangered Kea and the work DOC and volunteers are doing to give them a chance of survival.
 
Jamie McAulay, Senior Ranger, completed his Masters in Wildlife Management at Otago Uni.  His research was looking into how we can better protect alpine wildlife from that nasty invasive predator, the stoat.  Jamie has worked for DOC following a degree in Radio Broadcasting from the New Zealand Broadcasting School.  He had just amazingly sited, that day, a Takahe in the wild in the Murchison mountains.
 
Unfortunately our speaker, Kerri-Anne Edge from the Marine Guardians, postponed her talk due to Covid concerns.  She has offered to come to Queenstown to one of our regular meetings to be a guest speaker - something to look forward to.
 
After the lecture, pleasantly held outdoors, we all set off for a shared meal at the Fat Duck for the Queenstown and Balclutha Rotarians with Jamie along as well for further insights.  
 
Saturday we all set out to explore Fiordland by boat, hiking, helicopter and biking in the company of fellow Rotarians.  The conservation of our native flora and fauna has been the overarching message when exploring and enjoying the stunning area of Fiordland - so pleased that one of Rotary ‘areas of focus’ is protecting the environment.
 
Of the journeys undertaken, several of the team did the Doubtful Sound (Patea) journey out to the Tasman Sea.  Some went to Milford Sound and took the boat cruise.  Others set out to complete the Heli hike full day trip, taking a scenic flight via helicopter to Luxmore Hut and then hiking back to Te Anau.  Of note were the Climos hiking a further 7km, either a mistaken turn off or they just liked the hiking.smiley
 
Three families took the opportunity to cycle to Manapouri via the scenic cycling tracks.  The Huitts were so inspired after the debriefs and, even after a day of helihiking, they too did the 65km cycling trip.
 
The evenings consisted of light refreshments on the lake front to catch up with everyone and their adventures.  The mornings, for those that wanted, breakfast was at the Sandfly Cafe.
The last evening was an informal BBQ.  This was a relaxing wind down and cemented the weekend and the new friendships. 
 
Note:  The Balclutha contingent tell us they have been inspired to organise a shared weekend adventure, as well, sometime in the near future.  So watch this space.
 
 
 
 
 
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PAUL HARRIS FELLOW - GABRIELLE SCHOU
OUR LATEST ‘PAUL HARRIS FELLOW’ (PHF) RECIPIENT – GABRIELLE SCHOU
 
  
 
During our club trip to Te Anau (over the weekend of the 4-6 March) a big secret was kept from the event organiser - Gabrielle Schou. A well-deserved PHF recognition was presented to Gabrielle on Saturday evening during our drinks on the lawn at our accommodation on the Te Anau lakefront.  It was a perfect setting and backdrop on a perfect warm evening.
 
Caught by surprise, Gabrielle was quite overwhelmed. The occasion was extra special with the presence of friends from her previous club, the Balclutha Rotary Club, there to share the moment with her.
 
Our club wished to acknowledge Gabrielle’s substantial commitment to our Queenstown club.  She has spent a huge amount of volunteered time organising the ‘Te Anau Explore & Learn’ weekend, a special event of fellowship and a lot of fun.
 
But it wasn’t just this.  The Club wished to especially acknowledge her role as Membership Director over the past 2 years and her commitment to our club’s substantial growth as well as to the welfare of the club and its members.  In addition, Gabrielle has devoted many hours to developing and keeping the club records up to date, on Clubrunner, in order to preserve our valuable Club information for years to come. She has also developed new processes and guidelines for our sponsorship and Grant giving. 
 
Gabrielle truly is a valued and very active club member and so well deserving of this PHF honour.
 
 
ROTARY TUCKER BEACH TRAIL
 
‘Our’ trail is now due and ready, maintenance wise, to be handed over to QLDC for its future upkeep. This was the agreement we made when the project was first approved by Council.
 
Several recent working bees have ensured that the track is ready for Council inspection after which they will take responsibility for track maintenance in the future.  We (Queenstown Rotary) will likely look after the trees for a period of time.
 
John Thompson, Grant Rees & Valma last week trimmed back hawthorn and other weeds.  Then last weekend Tony Fleming used his 2-tonne digger to clear drainage areas that had slumped.  David Broomfield, and his helper Roy, tidied up after the digger.  At the same time Jason & Jodie, David T and Richard used weed eaters to clear both sides of the track.
 
Several days later Kerry Dunlop cleared away cut material with a leaf rake.  This exposed still growing weeds at the sides of the track.  Lastly Rotarians, and helpers, sprayed vegetation.  This hard working team comprised Nigel Hawke, Alan Ward, Richard Bowman, and Roy (representing David Broomfield) as well as Bruce McLeod from Quail Rise.
 
The good will of these Rotarians and helpers is really appreciated given that some had to fit their time in with  busy work schedules.
 
Jeff Bryant, from Geoconsulting Ltd, has made a Geotech inspection which showed the track to be in very good condition. Kerry then followed up by checking and clearing the culvert pipes.  
 
The track is a great project example for Queenstown Rotary, our largest individual project for many years.  It is regularly used by walkers, runners, cyclists and the exercising of dogs. Members of our community are often seen relaxing at the picnic area.
 
Post its construction, the project has also involved the regular support of Queenstown Rotary members in maintenance working bees over the last 3 years. Note the plant growth over just 3 years.
 
 
 
Of interest, our trail begins adjacent to the Rotary bridge, the old bridge over the Shotover River.  The project, completed in 2005, was undertaken for Rotary’s centennial year and involved its refurbishment post the construction of the modern Shotover bridge in 1975.  See below the Queenstown Rotary team that managed that project. Substantial fundraising was involved. Information about his project is located on a display on the Lake Hayes end of the old bridge.
 
 
UPCOMING MEETINGS - MARCH 2022
Our Outdoor Club Meetings –
  • Tomorrow night 8 March, is a the QT Gardens Rotunda, 5.30pm.  Guest speaker is RYLArian Natasya Zambri.  Bring your own drinks, snacks and/or picnic dinner, a seat and a warm extra layer.
  • 22 March – 12 Mile Delta lower carpark area.  Bring your E-Bikes.  Guest speaker is Finn O’Connor from Guide my Ride.  He will help fine-tune or set up your E-bike and will give tips and pointers on safety and how to ride different terrains.
If this is rain effected and needs to be postponed, it will be shifted to the following Tuesday 29 March.
  • 5 April – This meeting will be held in Arrowtown.  Further details to come closer to the time.
 
ROTARY INFO & LINKS 6 March 2022
E-WASH
 
 
Link to WASH FAQ doc
 
 
DG'S DISTRICT NEWSLETTER - MARCH-APRIL 2022
 
Link to Newsletter
 
 
ROTARY DOWN UNDER
 
 
 
ROTARY IN FOCUS
Commit to diversity and equity
Discover what your club can do to make Rotary a more inclusive and forward-looking organisation.
 
Serve to Change Lives
Share our passion for doing good by hosting a Rotary Day of Service in your community.
 
Each One, Bring One
Commit to bringing one friend, neighbour, or colleague into Rotary.  Use these resources to share the gift of membership with others.
 
NEW BANK ACCOUNT
The Club bank account with the ANZ - 01-0867-0722903-00 - always put your name and what it’s for as the reference. 
 
OUR MEMBERSHIP OF QUEENSTOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
DUTIES NOTICES & APOLOGIES
IPP Lee-Ann is looking after the programme, duties, meetings and attendance.  If you have any suggestions/ideas for the programme please let her know.  If you have a duty and can’t attend, please make sure you find a replacement.
 
The 3 Minute Talk - to make sure we run to time, please keep to between 3-5 minutes, unless pre-arranged with President Jason.  
 
Apologies - Must be received to queenstownrotary@gmail.com before 12pm Tuesday at the latest.  Please be aware that you will be invoiced for your meal if no apology is received.  If you are unsure if you can make it each week, you can put in a permanent apology and let us know when you do come.  It is easier to inform the restaurant of an extra meal than the Club having to pay for meals not claimed.
 
DUTIES ROSTER
 
  8 March 22 March 5 April
 
Setup 5.20 pm Meet & Greet
 
Off-site
Off-site
Off-site
Cashier
 
     
 
Introduce Speaker & Parting Thought
 
     
 
Sergeant
 
     
 
Toast to Rotary Project OR
3 min Talk
     
Thank Speaker      
 
PLEASE NOTE:  Person rostered to Introduce Speaker please forward notes of their presentation to Keith McIntosh, Bulletin Editor, for inclusion in the Bulletin.
 
If you will be away, or for some other reason you cannot do your duty on the nominated day, it is your responsibility as soon as possible, and certainly no later than the Monday night before the meeting, to arrange a substitute.  A swap with the person who has the duty the next week is suggested.  
Please be there by 5.25 pm if you are on Reception or Meet & Greet.
 
 
 
    THE ROTARY FOUR WAY TEST
 
   1. Is it the TRUTH?
 
   2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
 
   3. Will it build GOODWILL and FRIENDSHIP?
 
   4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?