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Staff Room Cambridge High School
25 Swayne Rd
Cambridge, Waikato 3434
New Zealand
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NEXT MEETING 29th July 2021
Club Meeting - 4.30pm
 
Travel to J SWAP  -  Matamata
 
Meet a Cambridge High School for Car Pooling
    
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FROM PRESIDENT IAN

 
 
Presidents Message
What a great club evening last Thursday, thanks to all those in attendance including our AG David Hulme and all our guests. Congratulations must go to Chris Crickett and Bill Wilson as recipients of the Paul Harris Fellowship Award, it is always a privilege to present and recognise our members achievements. Well done to both…….
 
Thanks to Doug Lang “for the live presentation” made by Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta ‘although it would seem’ Doug alluded not to tell Shekhar that we present at the meeting were not his World District Governors! Let’s hope it was recorded so he and his wife Rashi don’t have to do this all over again.
 
A last word for past honorary member Graeme Robinson who passed away 12th July. He was given a fantastic send off at Trinity’s Pauls last Tuesday. Over 250 attendees with tributes from family and friends from all over the world. I am always amazed at what I learn about our members, especially at times like these. Graeme was an amazing man who touched many lives including ours.
His motto “Don’t let what you can’t do - interfere with what you can do”. What a great inspiration.
 
Next week our vocational visit to J Swap as kindly organised by Ken Leatham, we all meet up as usual at Cambridge High School car park, but at an earlier time of 4.30pm. Once gathered we will organise care sharing then make our way to the event. Any questions or queries please direct to Andrew Bateman.
 
Have a great week.
 
    

THIS WEEK'S NOTICES

Notes from Meeting
 
Sergeant Ted Mason, having discovered that John Bishop still had the key for the building, introduced President Ian Grant after a few ‘appropriate reminders’ of past conflicts between Scotland and England.
 
President Ian was delighted to see guests Alicia Ginders, Liz Grant prospective member Bradley du Bois and Andrew McFetridge. He also warmly welcomed Assistant Governor David Hulme. 
 
President Ian reported his visit to the Urban Miners Secret Location and gave information on his initial training session of cutting hundreds of little bulbs from Christmas Tree lights. He was later denied cake and is reported to be wasting away on cups of tea!
 
With our original guest speaker rescheduled at short notice President Ian had to move to Plan B but Leslie Ann Thomas was unfortunately absent with the flu, so Plan C was initiated, and David Partis was asked to make the introduction. He, though, is in Melbourne, so, invoking Plan “D”, President Ian delegated this duty to Doug Lang.
The inspirational presentation by International President Shekhar Mehta was played. Question Time had, however, to be curtailed because of the International President’s many other commitments.
 
Past President Bev then announced the recipients of two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards, the presentation of their commemorative pins being awarded by Assistant District Governor David.
 
Firstly, we recognised one of our senior members to receive this honour “because their life has demonstrated a shared purpose with the objectives and mission of The Rotary Foundation to build world understanding and peace”. Congratulations Chris Crickett.
 
Secondary Bill Wilson was recognised for his ongoing contributions to the Foundation, relating to allaying suffering, improving living conditions, and providing educational opportunities for people elsewhere in the world. “This is a truly selfless action. Because of his generosity and thoughtfulness Bill received a Paul Harris Fellow plus 2 sapphire pin.”
Notices were then given:
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  • Andrew Bateman – J Swap visit next Thursday 29th , meet at CHS at 4.30pm to car share.
  • John Tarbutt – any further information on historical projects carried out over last 75 years that can be added to those noted for our anniversary.
  • Bill Robinson – David Blewden has been appointed as 2024 District Conference Chair.
  • Richard Seabrook – visit to Hamilton East Rotary Club is on Wednesday 18 August and please all note, there will be no formal Club Meeting on the following day.
  • Alan van Niekerk – message from David Partis who reports that he is “buttoned down” in Melbourne but using his time to practise on a “crappy” guitar.
  • Sergeant Ted – where is the Honours Board? Any donations to sponsor his Dry July effort?
  • Mark – confirmed the impending visit of Louise Upston MP and local Councillors to Urban Miners.
  • John Bishop - who removed some Camera Club’s property? President Ian promised to return the item.
 
After his fining session and our meal, Sergeant Ted heralded an initiative by President Ian to have each director weekly present a District or International Project. Nigel Salter then showed a video of a project started by Julia a member of Timaru Club. She is a midwife and passionate about her calling. Having discovered a stark need for natal care in Mongolia, she organised a trans-Tasman team to provide information and education to health professionals and their patients in Mongolia. It has already significantly reduced the appalling mortality rate in that country.
 
President Ian concluded the evening by thanking our guests including AG David Hulme, then gave best wishes to Robyn and Chris Crickett as they depart on extended leave and hoping it would not be long before we saw them again.
          
 

 
 
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ROSTER

Please take note of the Duty Roster and be in good time for your duties. 

If you are unable to attend on the date you are rostered, please swap or arrange a substitute. Please also advise the President and Sargent of the change.
 
Should you wish to download ere is a link to the duty responsibilities  
 
 Please Text Apologies and extras including names and the related date to 021 0267 8742 (or phone) or email rotarycambridgenz@gmail.com  BY end of day ON Tuesday
 
To send apologies or extras, do not press reply from this bulletin email
 
 
 
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David S
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Jeremy I
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Bill W
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Laurie G
Rollo W
 
Intro
 
Shirley H
Bill R
 
LesleyAnn T
Ron G
 
Thanks
 
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Richard S
 
Roger H
Sean B
 
ORW
 
John Bishop
Andrew B
 
Alan V N
Bev M-R
 
Bar
 
John Bullick
Gavin L
Bev H
Gordon C
John T
Mark H
Don W
David B
Gavin L
Brian P
 
Kitchen
 
Laurie G
Gretchen B
Dennis F
Chris S
Ken L
Kim P
Maurie M
Richard J
Shirley H
Shona D
 
Equipment
 
Carey C
Andy N
Doug L
Greg G
John W
Jono G
Roger D
Andy N
Silvio
Tim G
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
                                                                       
 
 
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I'VE BEEN ROSTERED A DUTY- WHAT DO I DO?

 
 
 
 
Club Meetings 
Attendance Duty
Time:
5.20pm in time to welcome people as they arrive at venue – currently at Cambridge High Staff room
 
 
Duty:
Welcome members and visitors alike.
 
 
How:
Record attendance and apologies on attendance sheet.
Complete name cards for all visitors to wear and record names.
Record make ups and receive attendance cards.
Provide attendance cards to visiting Rotarians. Charge $23.50 for meal unless guest of a member.
Encourage members to buy raffle tickets.
Give President list of all visitors including member’s partners and visiting Rotarians. 
Prepare summary of attendance numbers.
Hand attendance sheet to treasurer for charging of meals.
 
 
Materials:
 
Members Badges stored in cupboard meeting venue.
Raffle tickets and cash box stored in cupboard. Key to cupboard in top left pigeon hole at rear of staff room.
Attendance sheet received from attendance officer any time after midday on Wednesday. 
 
 
 
 
Welcome Duty
Time:
5.20pm in time to welcome people as they arrive.
 
 
Duty:
Welcome members and visitors alike.
 
 
How:
Stand by the entrance and greet everyone as they arrive (a great way to learn members’ names).
Introduce any visitor to the President if possible (he/she may be otherwise engaged).
Introduce the speaker to the person rostered to introduce them later in the evening. You will need to know who the speaker is and who is introducing them.
Introduce other visitors to one or more members and ask them to host the visitor for the evening.
 
 
Materials:
A handshake and a welcoming smile.
 
 
 
 
Equipment Duty 
Time:
5.15pm in time to set up before regular meeting.
Plus after the close of the meeting
 
 
Duty:
Set up attendance table.
  
How:
Place name badges so members can recover them as they arrive.
Arrange placemats on each table. Put out plates, utensils, etc on end of bench to left of servery.
Set up lectern and join 2 tables to create a top table. Data projector turned on by remote in draw and HDMI cable ready for speaker’s computer.
Place sergeant’s paraphernalia on top table (shrapnel box, fines box, raffle numbers, bell and hammer). Microphone to be placed by lectern.
Turn on sound system in right cupboard, turn on 3 power switches.
Place Presidents paraphernalia on top table (chain of office).
Place blind banner by top table behind lectern.
After the meeting return all equipment, including name badge box where you found it in cupboard. Venue should be left as it was found.
  
Materials:
 
Name badges
Rotary Banner
Lectern
Placemats
Dinner plates, utensils
 
 
Turn as many lights off as possible, turn off heating.
Locking up:
Last one out lock bollards and shut outside door
 
 
Bar Duty
Time:
5-5.15pm in time to assist with set up before regular meeting.
 
 
Duty:
Set up bar - sell drinks - clear up afterwards. 
 
 
How:
Key to Bar fridge is in top left pigeon hole.
Glassware in cupboards out back by pigeon holes, only in right cupboard.
Display name of Duty Manager and licence
Serve at bar before meeting from 5.30pm.
Serve members after business sessions and before meal.
Place empty bottles in recycling bins.
Return unused and part used bottles to fridge. Reds to cupboard out back
 
 
Materials:
 
Glassware (wineglasses) 
Locking up:
Return any unused drinks to fridge or cupboard and lock fridge.
 
 
 
Speaker Introduction
Time:
Before meeting.
 
 
Duty:
Welcome speaker - introduce to President and Club.
 
 
How:
Be in time to welcome the evening's speaker.
Introduce to President.
Ensure they are set up for any PowerPoint presentation they have with them - ask if they have a USB to use (IT duty person will take over setting up IT equipment).
Confirm that talk should be about 20 minutes with 10 minutes for questions.
Provide with drink from bar (Club pays for this).
Help guest socialise with members once set up.
Sit with guest for the meeting at the top table.
Introduce the speaker to the club with brevity.
If you have looked them up on Dr Google before the meeting make sure you have the right person.
 
 
 
 
 
Thanking Speaker
Time:
After Speaker
 
 
Duty:
Thank speaker and present with small token of appreciation (if there is one).
 
 
How:
Obtain thank you gift from Sergeant.
Thanks should be extremely brief and ask the club to show its appreciation.
 
 
 
Our Rotary World
Time:
During Meeting 
 
 
Duty:
A short speech or presentation with a focus on a Rotary Subject - particularly District or International
5-6 Minutes on how Rotary contributes outside of out immediate club which our club members may not know about.  – RI website is good place to go for research. (Happy for you to include a Power Point of short Video if needed). Club president happy to assist and advise as needed.
 
 
How:
The topic may be requested from the president. If technology is needed it is important this is arranged and setup prior to meeting.
 
 
 
Kitchen Duty
Time:
Follows regular meeting.
 
 
Duty:
Wash and dry bar glassware.
 
 
How:
Tables should clear glassware into kitchen.
Clear tables of crockery so caterer can wash.
Hand wash glasses and packed into boxes and return to back cupboard.
  
Materials:
Provided in kitchen
  
Locking up:
Leave with those on equipment
 
 
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