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APOLOGIES & GUESTS
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going to miss a meeting,
or if you're bringing a guest.
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Thought for the week
I'm a nice enough person to forgive, but not stupid enough to forget - unknown.
THANK YOU KING STREET MOTORS
Thanks to King Street Motors for carrying out a Warrant of Fitness inspection of the Hot Dog Caravan at no cost to the Club, and then carrying out some maintenance work, again at no cost to the Club. What great support of our efforts for the community.
Members might like to return the favour by supporting King Street Motors; you'll find them at 143 King Street.
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President Bev's Message.
Greetings,
We were treated to a very comprehensive outline on the proposed 'Buses on Demand' initiative by Isabelle Bromham, the Community Transport Officer for Ecan. This initiative has come about due to the steadily declining patronage of the existing 'Timaru Bus Service'. Research had shown that only 200 people were core users and another 200 were categorized as casual users.
The best option was to work with NZTA to find a model that could work best to suit the needs of the community by covering the Washdyke, Redruth, Gleniti and Port areas. In doing so, to enable a passenger who lives in Redruth to get to their work at the Port within 20 minutes instead of at least 1 hour or more.
The key component for this initiative to succeed is community engagement and education. NSW, in Australia, has a model of 'Buses on Demand' operating and they found that once the App was explained the usage went up considerably. A manned call centre with an 0800 number will be available to help with any questions, e.g. which side of the street do I stand on? All the bus stops will remain as a point of reference.
Once a request has been made the information will be given as to how long until the next bus comes by and where you meet it. The school service will remain, as will the Gold Card 9 am-3 pm special fare, Metro Card and cash payments to the driver but no timetable. The user tells the bus when he/she wants it. This will be challenging and it is not a taxi service that is door to door.
The main hubs in Timaru are the Library, CBay, Hospital, TDC, Ecan and the Malls.
Initially, in February 2020 a 10-week pilot scheme will get underway. This will be followed by a one year trial during which 'The Timaru Link' will still operate. For this project - 51% funding from NZTA the remainder by Ecan and fare recovery, not the ratepayers.
Why was Timaru chosen for this initiative? Because we were 1st in NZ with the 3 Bin Recycling System and we have a -go-to attitude.
Enjoy your long weekend.
Bev.
This Week's Meeting
Tuesday 29th October
Anthony Elworthy
Speaking on 'Life in Tea'.
Next Meeting
Tuesday 5th November
Robert Westaway (Artist)
Speaking on 'A Passion For Painting'.
Followed by a Director's meeting - for the 'Board of the Rotary Club of Timaru' - to be held at John Barton's home.
Polio Fundraiser - 'Ride Like A Girl' Movie.
Last Friday evening President Bev., Stephen Don, Jim Garden, Gilly O, Joan & Lance Wensley travelled to Waimate for their Polio Fundraiser.
Pictured is President Bev. & Gilly with Gary Dennison and Raewyn Francis at movie night.
Rotary International statement on the certification of the eradication of wild poliovirus type 3
On World Polio Day - 24th October, Rotary and it's Global Polio Eradication Initiative partners announced that wild poliovirus type 3 (WPV3) has been eradicated worldwide. WPV3 is only the third infectious human disease-causing pathogen to be eradicated in history, following smallpox and wild poliovirus type 2. This achievement means that two of the three wild polio strains have now been wiped out, an important marker of progress against the disease.
The announcement comes on the heels of recent news that Nigeria has gone three years without a case of wild poliovirus, which means that the entire African region could be certified wild poliovirus-free in sometime in 2020.
“The eradication of wild poliovirus type three is a critical step in Rotary’s fight to eradicate polio,” said Michael K. McGovern, Chair of Rotary’s International PolioPlus Committee. “Even as we’re addressing major challenges in Pakistan and Afghanistan, we continue to make historic progress that shows us that eradication is possible. World Polio Day—a time to reflect on our efforts, how far we’ve come, and the work that still needs to be done to fulfil our promise of a polio-free world. It’s important that we remain optimistic and harness the momentum of this good news as we tackle the remaining challenges in the global effort to end polio.”
Tuesday the 17th December - Speights Ale House - our annual 'Christmas Party' @ $40.00 (per head).
The Social Committee has this well underway with a delicious mouth-watering menu in hand.
More details to follow in the coming weeks.
Notes from Charitable Trust Board Meeting 22nd October 2019
*Marchwiel Hub- in process of drawing up a Trust Deed. Have been asked to draw up a Risk Management Plan
*Rotary Sign at Airport - Dick and Russell proceeding with getting quotes.
*Rotary Past Presidents Board to be placed on Club website (the cost to reproduce to go on TTCC wall too expensive for what we will achieve).
*2 applications for Rotary Science and Technology Forum in Auckland January 2020 been selected for further consideration by District 9980 committee (and post-dated cheques sent).
*Application re Project Starfish funding of NZ$3,500. This funding to be designated as part of the Bill McKay bequest (cheque to be sent to Dunedin Central Club - who manage 'Project Starfish'.
*RYLA - application (Georgia Phillips) has been sent via DGE Dylan Murray - per Keith. This will be held in Queenstown February 2020. Applications close 20 Dec.
*Nepal Maternal Health and Childbirth Education - Charitable Trust to pay NZ$2,000. Awaiting to hear back re District Grant for balance (NZ$2,000).
*Rotary Garage sale 23 Nov at TTCC. The budget of $300 presented.
*D9980 Rotary Foundation Polio Campaign - $1,000 be donated for DG Tania Lowery's Australian 'Ride The Trains' Polio Fundraiser & further $1075 (being 43 members x $25).
*'Community Christmas Dinner' - Charitable Trust donated $500.
*Phambi Rai - Awaiting to hear back from TGHS before we proceed to make a final decision on the amount we will donate.
*Letter to Charities Commission regarding alterations made to our Club's Deed - John advised he has in hand.
Stephen
Rotary Friendship Exchange Programme To New Orleans February 2020.
We have received an offer from D9940 (in the North Island) to join them in February 2020 on their 'Rotary Friendship Exchange Programme to New Orleans'.
It is important (as noted under the "Duty Roster" on the left) that if your name is listed that you organise for someone to do your duty on the night (if you are not attending on the night or you are to be late) as often it is falling to members who are there early in the evening to do the duties (otherwise they are being done later on before the meeting - when those on duty have not appeared). By clicking here it is possible to see the "full" list showing when you are due to be on well in advance to give you plenty of time to organise (swap) with someone. Click here to see your 'host duty tasks' on the night (if you are unsure).
TBHS Fireworks
Timaru Boys High School are not running their 'Fireworks Night' this year.
Lions Club 'Toot For Tucker'.
The Lions Club is again this year holding their 'Toot For Tucker' on Monday 18th November starting at 5.30 pm and is asking for assistance - for more information click here....
If you can assist contact Tony Henderson (as he is co-ordinating manpower).
Garage Sale
We are running a Garage Sale on Saturday 23 Nov 19 upstairs in the Function Room at the TTCC. We a looking for a small group to organize the event with Club members assisting on the day. The venue has been booked, so just some co-ordinating to get the project on the move,
At the last meeting held at Peter Russell's on Sunday 20th organizing is well underway, with proceeds going to local charities 'Heart Kids SC' & 'Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society' (it was felt Timaru folk may not relate as well to Polio International - which was first mentioned as one of the charities) so choosing charities that keep their money local made sense. Also, advertising is now organised in 'The Courier' 2 weeks and again 1 week before the event, with the next meeting being held at Peter's on Sunday 3rd November at 3.30.
Members will be being called on to assist closer to the event. If you are interested in assisting earlier please let Shaun know.
Courier Article Publicsizing Garage Sale.
In 'The Courier' last week (17th October) they published an article publicising our upcoming 'garage sale' - with a photo of Peter & Margaret.
District 9980 9th November Car Rally & Fun (Track) Day.
District 9980 is again running a 'Car Rally & Fun (Track) Day' at 'Highland Motorsports Park' in Cromwell on the 9th November - for more information click here...
Lynette Wilson is the Co-Ordinator.
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Queenstown 9 to 14 February 2020.
This comprehensive leadership development course is designed for people aged between 20 and 29. The application fee of $900 for the successful candidate will be paid by the club.
Full information and application forms will be available shortly. Meanwhile, members are asked to please give serious consideration as to who you may know that could benefit from this week-long 'Leadership Programme' to be held on 9-14February 2020 in Queenstown. Limited spaces available so get in quickly.
Application forms and lots of additional information for prospective applicants can be downloaded by clicking here.
Any queries contact Keith Bartholomew.
Applications must be into Keith by 30th November.
Upcoming Events.
23 Nov 19 Garage Sale at TTCC
30 Nov 19 Timaru Festival of Roses Night Market
1 Dec 19 Timaru Festival of Roses
17 Dec 19 'Christmas Party' - Speights Ale House
@ $40.00 (per head).
HOT DOG VAN ROSTER
non-members welcome! You can now add non-members to the Hot Dog Van roster. Just type their name into the roster - if an error message pops up just ignore it. Once you add a name to the roster it will be automatically added to the drop-down list.
'LEXOPHILE' - A Play On Words.
Examples:-
Did you hear about the fellow whose entire left side was cut off? He's all right now.
A bicycle can't stand alone; it's just two tired.
The guy who fell onto an upholstery machine last week is now fully recovered.
Hot Dog Caravan Upcoming Events
30 Nov 19 - Timaru Festival of Roses Night Market & 1 Dec 19 - Timaru Festival of Roses
Click HERE to go to the on-line roster
to fill in your name if you can help.
(If you have a problem doing this contact Jenny Ensor.)
The Rotary Club of Timaru (Inc) | Rotary International District 9980 | Charter No 2705 (1927)
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