This night was significant for a variety of reasons.
As there is there to be no Presidential changeover this year, it was decided by the Directors that this night was to be used instead to acknowledge some Rotary events.
The first of which was a presentation by President Sally on behalf of the Clubs Charitable Trust to the Habitat for Humanity team, a “symbolic cheque” for $2000. This is to go towards their latest project in Waitara where a house is being built for a family with six children.
The second event on the night was the inauguration of the new Interact Club, by Gillian Jones the District Governor. This Club consists of six boys from NPBHS. Marilyn Stevens the 9940 District Youth Director who was also present, made the comment this would the 10th in the District and makes a very welcome addition.
The third event for the evening was the awarding of Paul Harris Fellow awards.
The first went to Dennis Eales for longstanding service to Rotary over many years and the second was to David Brownson was for his contribution and service to Rotary over many years.
The third went to Kevin Nielsen a non Rotarian for his service to the community. He has had a variety of roles as Chief Executive leading the local Hospice, prior to his current role with RDA where he is the current President.
The fourth PHF went to Wally Garrett who was presented with the sapphire pin for services to Rotary.
This was the largest number of PHF’S awarded on one night by the Club.
Each of the recipients thanked the Club in their own ways, for the recognition and acknowledgement of their service.