The Rotary Club of Jerusalem focuses on peacebuilding initiatives, including bringing together Jewish and Arab youths to learn about each other’s cultures.
The March 8 COVID OUTDOOR MEETING was enjoyed by 12 members on another lovely warm, and calm evening at the Rotunda in Queenstown Gardens which provided a beautiful backdrop with some members enjoying a picnic dinner.
We also had one of the Queenstown RYLArians talk to us. Natasya Zambri was corporate sponsored by the QLDC and this sponsorship was endorsed by our Club. Natasya gave a heart-warming account of the impact RYLA has had on her and the confidence it has given her.
The NEXTCOVID OUTDOOR MEETING will be held this coming Tuesday 22 March. The weather is looking ok. The Venue is the 12 Mile Delta lower carpark (see map), at 5.30pm. The guest speaker is Finn O’Connor from ‘Guide my Ride’. Finn is a local expert on E-Bikes. Bring your E-Bike if you can, Finn is available to give you riding tips, for riding in all types of terrain and advice on how to care for your precious investment.
A few members have asked when we will be returning back to normal. The Board has determined that there is still a reasonable risk for some members to contract COVID19 especially when we do not know for sure, where the Holiday Inn staff have been, who they live with, or if indeed there are hotel guests or diners, who may be spreaders. When the local number of COVID cases starts to decline, the Board will re-look at it.
In the meantime, for those members who are keen to socialise and catch up with their fellow Rotarians, you have the opportunity every second week at the COVID OUTDOOR MEETINGS. So far these have not been greatly supported which could mean that some of you aren’t keen to mix and mingle yet, however the Board wishes to provide a choice and cater to everyone by offering the option to attend or not.
The good thing with having these COVID OUTDOOR MEETINGS is we can get around town and choose a location closer to where you live, giving an opportunity to enjoy something a bit closer to home. The first COVID OUTDOOR MEETING was held at Kelvin Heights, the last one in the CBD, the next one is out towards Glenorchy. On April 5 we will head to Arrowtown and have a guest speaker coming in via Facetime. We hope by 19 April, we will be back at the Holiday Inn, or by 3 May at the latest.
Another COVID timing casualty, there are still a number of these to be held. If you have attended and not paid, please do so as soon as possible
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Hosts pay $30pp and guests pay $45pp
If you have indicated that you cannot attend one of the dinners, and now can and wish to be included please let Lee-Ann know OR consider donating to the Foundation in lieu of. Once we are back to normal, your Host will be in touch with you with a new date and time.
In response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, The Rotary Foundation has created a channel for members to contribute funds to support relief efforts
Our next outdoor meeting 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.
Celebration Week fundraiser 21-27 March - If you wish to donate or make a pledge, please do so as soon as possible Kia ora Queenstown Rotary Club, I just wanted to touch base and send you an update on the work we have done this year so far (see attached). I hope to launch the Pivotal Point Pledge for Neurodiversity Celebration Week (21st - 27th March). The money raised will go directly to help children access assessments and therapies that they need which otherwise would not be possible, due to costs. Every dollar will matter and be a great investment in our childrens future.
Representing our Club, last Friday 18 th March, Derek and Margaret Bulman attended the funeral of Ailsa McKenzie, who passed away on Saturday 12 th March in Waimate. It is a sad time for everyone as she put a lifetime into Rotary with Ewen, but was rewarded and was a Past President of Waimate Club.
The annual Rotary Speech Competition is coming up soon. These will be held virtually. The WHS is currently getting together interested applicants. The CLUB Judging Round will be held on 14 th April. If you are interested to be a Judge, please let Youth Director Lee-Ann know – 021 343 506
It seems The International Youth Exchange programme will restart for exchanges in 2022- 2023. If you have anyone you would like to put forward or if you need any further info, please let Lee-Ann know.
Brooke will be a guest speaker at our Arrowtown COVID Outdoor Meeting on 5 th April, via Facetime. If this is weather effected, this meeting will be carried over to the 12 th April. Brooke has been introduced to us by Invercargill South Rotary Club. Brooke spoke to this club and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. Brookes personal journey has been tough. She’s getting better now. Going through this struggle has made her realise how hard it is to get help, and she is passionate about creating awareness of the acute lack or support and services for people who struggle with their mental health in the Southland area. Brooke has set up a Give-A-Little page and is accepting donations. Brook will be in Queenstown the week of April 18-22 nd to attempt her challenge of kayaking the length of Lake Wakatipu. That the 80km, from Glenorchy to Kingston.
Hi everyone, I am Brooke, I'm 20 and I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression. I have had many rough days and multiple hospital admissions, but I am finally on my way to improving my mental state. On my journey, I have become very passionate about Mental Health and Suicide. I now have my heart set on becoming an advocate for these topics and what is the best way to start doing this than fundraising. The 4 charities I’m fundraising for are: - The Mental Health Foundation NZ - I Am Hope - Lifeline - Voices of hope
My fundraiser involves just me, myself and I (along with a support boat for health & safety reasons) kayaking the length of Lake Wakatipu. That's 80km, Glenorchy to Kingston. The reason I am doing this is to raise money for Mental Health. It will be physically and mentally demanding, which is what it like to struggle with mental health. I am hoping to complete this challenge around Easter time in 2022. It would be greatly appreciated if I could have your support and if possible I would love if you could donate. It will be going to such an important cause that is close to my heart and many others in NZ.
PP 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 the President.
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
22 March
5 April
19 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.
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