Welcome to the Rotary Club of Oamaru.

 

There certainly has been plenty of activity in the club over recent times. A visit to rotarian Cara Tipping Smith's new "the Business Hive" on Ribble Street as well as the annual rotary district conference which was held in Dunedin. We shouldn't also forget the clubs involement in the tree planting on Cape Wanbrow and of course bookarama where the momentum is about to peak with Bookarama starting on Friday the 25th of May at the Loan & Merc building.

 

Six members and two partners attended the conference. Thoroughly inspiring speakers and connecting with old friends and like minded people is always something i look forward to. To let our hair down there was an excellent band on the Saturday night and the costume theme of 'B' saw many varied outfits. I even managed an appearance on the stage singing "I would walk 500 miles" dressed in my best Banana outfit.

 

As mentioned Bookarama is almost upon us. Seasoned members have commented on the number, quality and diversity of all the books coming in. This will ensure that there should be plenty of books for everyone and no doubt the odd treasure for the avid bookworm.

 

It still isn't too late to donate your books, jigsaws, CD's, DVD's, Records and magazines. Collection points are at both New World supermarkets and at Ray White Real Estate agents on Thames St. We thank them for their support.

 

The club has also put its support behind organising the RYLA programme on behalf of the District in 2019. The Rotary Youth Leadership Award is for 18-26 year olds who want to learn about leadership. A diverse and exciting programme is being planned which will include inspiring speakers and challenges both mentally and physically....plus lots of FUN. It will run from 15th to 19th April 2019. Applicatin forms aren't ready just yet but we will update this site and our facebook page as soon as we can. In the interim contact Blair Middlemass on 03 434 2233 to discuss the programme.

 

See you at BOOKARAMA!!!

 

Robert