Events

Our speaker for our first meeting in 2025 is Katina Conomos, Programme Director The Mussel Reef Restoration Trust which was formed in 2013 to "Revive our Gulf" by restoring the lost mussel reefs in the Hauraki Gulf.

Please confirm or decline by Friday

Speaker: Dennis Millard

Topic: "Peddling for Parkinsons - 3,000kms for me; a longer journey for a mate"

On 5th Feb last year Dennis Millard started out on the Tour Aotearoa – a 3,000km bike trail from Cape Reinga at the top of the North Island, to Stirling Point, Bluff, at the bottom of the South Island. The route was designed by the Kennett Brothers and includes many of New Zealand’s famous bike trails. He will recall his experiences of the ride: the highlights, lowlights, pics of great New Zealand scenery and stories of awesome camaraderie. Along the way he successfully raised donations for Parkinson’s NZ.

Dennis is a member of the RC Auckland East.

This is a reminder that we have Sam Stubbs as our guest speaker for our evening meeting next Tuesday. We need a good turn-out so please feel free to invite friends & family and reply no later than 3pm on Friday 7 February.  

Sam Stubbs is the CEO of Simplicity Kiwisaver. Previously he was the CEO Of Tower Investments, and before that Managing Director of the Hanover Group He spent 10 years working for Goldman Sachs in London and Hong Kong. He previously worked for Natwest Markets, Fay, Richwhite and IBM New Zealand.

He has been a Board Member of the Financial Services Council, and a member of the Government Taskforce on Financial Services.

Sam’s topic for the evening is “Auckland’s Housing Predicament: a 2025 Perspective.”

This is a reminder that next Tuesday's meeting is a breakfast meeting with Penrose Rotary where it would be great if you are able to attend.

There is plenty of parking accessed from the main entrance to the College and the three One Tree Hill College Students who attended the Summer Science Forum will be speaking. This includes the student who has been selected to attend the London Forum which in itself is a major achievement.

If you are attending you just pay on the day with efpos.

Join us at Rotary Newmarket next week as we welcome Tushar Shamar, founder of IMAgEN8, a purpose-driven innovation agency focused on sustainability, regenerative design, and community engagement. One of IMAgEN8’s standout initiatives encourages children to explore nature through photography, fostering creativity, environmental awareness, and a deeper connection to the natural world. Tushar will share how this program not only nurtures young minds but also inspires the next generation of environmental stewards. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear how simple tools like a camera can empower kids to see, appreciate, and protect our planet!

You're Invited: An Evening with Ganesh Raj at Rotary Newmarket!

Rotary Newmarket is thrilled to welcome Ganesh Raj, the charismatic chef, TV personality, and entrepreneur, for an inspiring talk at our next meeting.

 Date: 11^th March
 Location: Remuera Golf Club, 120 Abbots Way
 Time: 6-30pm

Best known as the host of Eat Well for Less NZ and the creative mind behind The Tasting Shed, Ganesh is a passionate advocate for good food, great business, and the power of community. He'll share his journey from the kitchen to the screen, his insights on entrepreneurship, and why food is more than just what’s on your plate—it’s about people, culture, and connection.

This is a night not to be missed! Bring a guest and join us for an engaging and entertaining evening.

Please confirm or Decline before 3pm on FRiday 7th March... Thank you

A great team effort cooking and Serving to the people at Salvation Army Lodge.

Umpire at the Australian Open

Auckland official Christine McKnight, ITF Silver Badge Chief has been selected to be Assistant Chief for the Paralympics. This is the first time a New Zealand official has been selected for this role. Christine has been a Line Umpire at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, 2012 London Olympics and the 2016 Rio Paralympics.

Great night of Socialising

BBQ and Petanque

Starts at 6pm 

$30 per  person 

District Governor Vidya Nand  will be updatiung us about changes in the Rotary District and his year so far.

We also have an exchange student coming to speak to us, Melanie is being hosted by Remuera Club.

Please confirm or decline your attendance before 3pm on Friday

Thanks

Anastasia Potter from Youthline will present to us and then we will be passing a Cheque.

Chrisie Bollard will be talking about Rotary Apprenticipe Program.

Bryan Leyland the Energy Expert

Onekaka Hydro Scheme My wife and I are majority owners of a 970 kW 200 m head hydro scheme in Golden Bay in the South Island of New Zealand that I designed and commissioned and now operate by remote control using text messaging.

My Book   In February 2014 my book "Small Hydroelectric Engineering Practice" was published by CRC Press.  The book covers all the steps involved in developing small hydropower schemes  from initial identification right through to operation and maintenance.  It covers hydro schemes from 500 kW to 50 MW. All the reviews have been positive.   There is more information on the page "My Book"

We do not have a  meeting on April 22 due to Easter Weekend

I am sending this to you all, giving you 14days notice. 

Please confirm or decline ASAP . Thank you. Have a very safe and happy easter.

We will be having our club's Special General Meeting at 1230.

Details were emailed by Jeff Smith on 10 April at 1015pm

Please make sure you are at the meeting . Your vote in needed.

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#search/jeff/FMfcgzQZVJvVHLfVnbvPKlPzngxkMmQZ?projector=1&messagePartId=0.1

at 1245 we will have Andrea Page speak to us. Andrea is the Operations Manager at the Salvation Army Epsom Lodge.

RYDA. Dilworth school. club meeting so members can experience what happens : Vocational visit

Event starts at 8.30am and finishes at 2.15pm

We need 4 prople for the day to help with the supervising of the classes.

We will have a lunch meeting and a briefing from Adele Hall ( director of RYDA ) 

1145am till 12.45

Please confirm or decline before 3pm on Sunday as I need to order the food before 7.30am on Monday 

75th Anniversary Environment Awards

We are going to hear from last year's winner, Katherine Lockton, with an update on Milky White Flesh Syndrome (MWF) Research project

Then this year's awardee

Karla Butcher – Preventing the spread of invasive species to Hauraki Gulf Islands.

and then Professor Andrew Jeffs will give us an update on the Hauraki Gulf Protection legislation and latest developments.

Please confirm or Decline by 2pm on Friday 9th May.

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This will be an interesting Meeting.

Nicola Bitossi CEO Of Multiple Scherosois will be addressing us

and Emily Howard( Board Member) who has Multiple Scherosois

before all of this Bill Strand will be telling us about our financial assistance to so many while he was President.

Please confirm your attendance before 5pm on Sunday so I can order enough food.

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A Night not to be Missed -A Celebration of Innovation & Inspiration -the Ross Craig Oncology Award.

NOTE:This event is on a Wednesday night

Please confirm if you are coming before 2pm on Friday 6th June

See attached flyer.

Don't forget this is a special night in our club's calendar - You are cordially invited to the Newmarket/Penrose changeover

See the attached invitation for details