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9 1958 - 2018 1 60years A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommendA History of to Rotary the club Club members of Terrace that End the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line.

At a meeting on 29 May,‘Five 1958, a number Thirty of recommendations wereWednesday’ made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailedThe to attend History the Terrace ofEnd weeklyThe meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Rotary ClubThe of TerraceHistory Endof 1958The - 20082018 3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin datedRotary 4 June, 1958, Club Lindsay of Spencer Terrace announced End that the1958 first meeting- 2008 of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the RossFirst Intermediate Published School inon Monday,1998 by 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each Rotary member wouldClub pay of 4/6d. Terrace At this End first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was anFirst appropriate PublishedP.O. choice Box ofin 54speaker 1998 because by Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December Rotary 1944Palmerston and Club had been of one TerraceNorth. of the prime End movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 P.O. Box 54 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform membersPalmerston on Rotary North. matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: First edition 1998 The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Authors and Research The election of District Governors and their roles. Peter InderFirst editionand Dick 1998 Rawstron The meaning of a Provisional Club to TerraceAuthors End. and Research Explanation of avenues of service. Peter SecondInder and edition Dick 2008 Rawstron What does membership of Rotary give itsAuthors, members? Research and Editor Defining duties. Ross Jones,Second Allan editionGillingham, 2008 Jo Myers. Rotary in New Zealand. Authors, Research and Editor Why Limited Classifications? Ross Jones,Third Allan Gillingham,edition 2018 Jo Myers. What is a Rotary club? Editor: Allan Gillingham The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Text: Adobe Garamond Pro Media: Adobe InDesign CS3, Adobe Photoshop, The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Text: AdobeMS Word, Garamond Macintosh Pro iMac and Agfa Snapscan. Media:Printed by: AdobeThe Printery, InDesign Massey CS3, AdobeUniversity, Photoshop, Board of Directors MSPalmerston Word, MacintoshNorth. iMac and Agfa Snapscan. PrintedMaterials: by: The100 ColotechPrintery, Matt,Massey 280 University, Colotech Gloss. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Description: PalmerstonDigital print North. from PDF. Cover: Full colour and laminated. President Materials: Treasurer 100 ColotechVice-President Matt, 280 Colotech Gloss.Secretary Description: Digital print from PDF. Directors Cover: Full colour and laminated. Club Service VocationalISBN: 978-0-473-14149-3 Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville NeilISBN: Turnbull 978-0-473-47121-7Merv Dymock (softcover)George Stuart ISBN: 978-0-473-14149-3 ISBN: 978-0-473-47122-4 (PDF) Members Cover Illustrations: BulletinThe cover design wasLindsay created Spencer by RotarianRay Peter Amer McDermott and featuresBob Burt the present Club venueHarry atCraig Massey University’s function centre Wharerata. The cover title reminds members that most of our meetings have been held on a Wednesday Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom BakerCover Illustrations:Peter Caldwell Bill Howell The cover design was created by Rotarianwith a socialPeter gatheringMcDermott commencing and features at the 5.30pm. present Club venue at Massey University’s function2 Everycentre Rotarian Wharerata. is an example The cover to youth. title reminds members that most of our meetings have been held on a Wednesday with a social gathering commencing at 5.30pm.

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Our meeting venue; -The Chalet - Centennial Drive

Peter Inder Dick Rawstron Jim Kerr

Jim Esson Ross Jones

The Production Team The History of the Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958-1998

Page ii2 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new clubThe in this beginnings area. This - Chartermatter was Membersdiscussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line.

Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin EditorRay Amer, and JohnRotary Levestam, Information Frank Clift, Officer, Bert Hack, Lindsay Phil Townshend, Spencer Rondid Kear,just that.Harry Craig,He made Lindsay brief Spencer, mention Bill Somerville, of the speakers but Our meeting venue; -The Chalet - Centennial Drive concentratedJohn on Death, conveying Tom Baker, a good Ray Pitcher, deal ofNeil Rotary Turnbull, Information Mac Mitchinson, to the Harold new Parlane, members Bill Howell, under George headings Stuart, such Derek as: Olsen. Merv Dymock, Bob Burt, Jack Sylva, Colin Loudon, Mac McKenzie, Reg McHugh. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Peter Inder Dick Rawstron Jim Kerr The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Jim Esson Ross Jones Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Club Banners FellowshipOur first banner,Harold on the Parlaneleft, was presentedTom Baker by our sponsors the PeterRotary Caldwell Club of PalmerstonBill North Howell on charter night. The Production Team Modifications to the banner were made in 1972 by Lloyd Love and include the Kowhaiwhai pattern copied from the The History of the Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958-1998 2 originalEvery Rotarian rafter ispattern an example decorating to youth. the Hokowhitu Whare on the Hokowhitu Marae, Palmerston North.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. PREFACE First Edition - 1959 2 2. PREFACE Second Edition - 2008 2 2a PREFACE Third Edition - 2018 3 3. The Formation and Early Days of the Rotary Club of Terrace End 4 3.1 Introduction 4 3.2 The birth of The Rotary Club Of Terrace End 4 3.3 The provisional club 5 3.4 Count down to Charter Night 6 3.5 The venues 7 3.6 Charter Members and their periods with Terrace End. 8 4. The First Decade 1958 - 68 9 4.1 Then and now 9 4.2 Fundraising 10 4.3 Events of the first decade 10 5. The Maori Education Foundation 1961 - 62 11 6. Odds and Ends of the First Decade 12 7. The Second Decade 1968 - 78 14 8. International Projects 18 8.1 The Malacca Project 1968 19 8.2 Alafua Project 1969 19 8.3 South Pacific Appeal - 50th Anniversary 1971 20 9. The Centennial Project 1970 - 72 22 10. Extension Activities Based on the Rotary Ideals 23 10.1 The rise and fall of Rotaract 1971 23 10.1.1 The first steps 24 10.1.2 Imaginative projects 24 10.1.3 A warm relationship 25 10.2 The beginnings of The Rotary Club of Milson 1972 25 10.3 Kakamigahara 1972 26 10.4 Women and the Rotary Club of Terrace End 27 10.4.1 The supportive role of women 27 10.5 The Inner Wheel Club 1977 28 10.6 Introducing Women as Members 1995 28 10.6.1 Our first women club members 29 11. Community Projects 30 11.1 Manawatu Enterprises Inc. 1974 30 11.1.1 Part 1 30 11.1.2 Part 2 32 11.2 The Kidney Foundation Of New Zealand 1976 33 11.2.1 Early history 33 11.2.2 The inaugural meeting 34 11.2.3 Success, disappointments, and changes 34 11.3 The Lagoon Project 1975 - 77 35 12. Students 38 12.1 Rye - Rotary Youth Exchange 1969 38 12.2 Rotary Youth Leadership Award 1972 38 12.3 The Marae Weekend 1980 39 12.4 Rypen - Rotary Youth Programme Of Enrichment 1992 39 13. Odds and Ends of the Second Decade 40 14. Third Decade 1978 - 88 42 Page iv A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At15. the 20Significant November Awards meeting, made under by Terrace President End John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members44 that the Palmerston15.1 North Meritorious club sponsor Service a newAwards club 1979 in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 1745 March, 1958 again chaired by15.1.1 President First John awards Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with45 the revised boundary15.2 line beingSuper Service100 yards Award West 1984 of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 46 15.3 Receptionists’ Courtesy Certificates 1986 46 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present 15.4 Another Outstanding Recipient - Molly O’Donnell - Oznam House 1992 47 member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and 16.the firstThe meeting Mike wasHansen to be Memorialheld on 22Educational May, 1958. Foundation The provisional 1984 induction date was set for 7 July, 1958,47 with Jack Sylva to be the16.1 first Thepresident Foundation’s of the new Beginnings club. 47 16.1.1 A little history 47 At a meeting on16.1.2 29 May, The 1958, birth a ofnumber the Foundation of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club.48 Combined meetings16.2 of theThe Palmerston Trust Deed North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three48 members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston 16.2.1 The organising committee 48 North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 16.2.2 The Trustees 48 16.2.3 The Trust’s Achievements 49 3.3 The Provisional Club 16.2.4 Financial Concerns 49 In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 16.3 Review 49 of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one16.4 of the Listfoundation of Awardees members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs50 Christensen, known 16.5as the RegalSummary Caterers of Awards, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would 52be Mr Monty Lascelles17. Crunchie of Westshore, Bar Express Napier. 1985 This - 87 was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member53 of the Rotary Club of17.1 Palmerston To Fordell North 1985 since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of54 the new club 2 at Terrace17.2 End Tobefore Ormondville he was transferred 1986 to Napier. 54 17.3 To Shannon 1987 55 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, 18.Bulletin The Editor Mini-Bikes and Rotary 1983 Information - 86 Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the55 speakers but concentrated18.1 onBackground conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 55 18.1.1 Conception and implementation 55 The distribution18.1.2 of FundingRotary Districts in NZ 55 The election18.1.3 of District The venueGovernors and their roles. 56 The18.2 meaning Operation of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. 56 Explanation18.2.1 of avenues Conclusion of service. 56 19. What Polio does Plus membership 1986 of Rotary give its members? 57 20. Defining The Bridge duties. Books - The Manawatu Bridges up to 1987 59 21. Rotary Cricket in New - The Zealand. Sportsmen’s Challenge 1982 - 89 60 22. Why Trips Limited Classifications? 62 What22.1 is a RotaryFiji 1974 club? 62 The22.2 ‘4 - WayThe Test’ Milford as a Trackmeasuring 1988 stick, etc. 62 22.3 South East Asia 1988 63 The bulletin22.4 datedThe 19Abel June Tasman included National a committee Park - 1989 plan for the club as follows: 64 23. Odds and Ends of the Third Decade 66 24.Board Paulof Directors Harris Fellows 68 25.Jack SylvaThe Fourth Decade 1988 - 98 George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer69 26.President The Charity Golf Tournaments 1988Treasurer - 98 Vice-President Secretary 73 27. Terrace End brings National Symphony Orchestra to Palmerston North 75 Directors 28. Probus 1990 76 Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 29. Men’s and Women’s Health Forums 76 Bill Somerville29.1 Melanoma Awareness Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart 76 29.1.1 Melanoma skin check day 1991 76 Members 29.1.2 Melanoma skin check day 1992 76 Bulletin 29.1.3 Lindsay Melanoma Spencer skin checkRay day Amer 1993 Bob Burt Harry Craig 77 29.2 Men’s Health Forums 77 Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 29.2.1 Men’s health forums 1995 77 2 Every 29.2.2Rotarian isMen’s an example health forumsto youth. 1997 77

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30. Flags in Schools 1995 - 96 78 31. Rotary Award for World Understanding 1993 - 98 78 32. Group Management Study Scheme 1995 - 98 81 32.1 M J Tapp’s Summary 81 33. Seniornet 1996 81 33.1 A Little History 82 33.2 The Development in Palmerston North 82 33.2.1 Classes and activities 83 33.2.2 The current position 83 33.3 Seniornet has achieved a great deal in two years 83 33.4 Conclusion 83 34. The Sergeants’ Sessions 84 34.1 Father Christmas 85 35. Working Bees 85 35.1 Hokowhitu School - 1980 85 35.2 Potatoes - 1985 85 35.3 Esplanade Playground - 1988 86 35.4 Gala Day - 1988 86 35.5 Manure Drives - 1990 86 35.6 Top School - 1990 88 35.7 Computer Sports - 1994 89 36. Changing Classifications 90 37. Towards 2010 90 38. Odds and Ends of the Fourth Decade 92 39. The 40th Anniversary Celebrations 97 39.1 The Celebration Dinner 97 39.2 The Golf Tournament 102 40. Current Membership of the Club 102 41. Epilogue - Reflections Past and Future 104 42. The Fifth Decade 1998-2008 105 42.1 Overview 105 43. President’s Year 1999-2000 Goff Ashwell 105 43.1 Board Members 105 43.2 Community Service 105 43.3 International Service 105 43.4 Youth Service 105 43.5 Vocational Service 106 43.6 Club Service 106 43.7 Memorial Educational Trust 106 43.8 Membership 106 44. President’s Year 2000-2001 Noel Cantwell 107 44.1 Board Members 107 44.2 The Rotary International Theme 2000-2001 107 44.3 Overview 108 44.4 Projects 108 44.5 Club Programme 108 44.6 Other Activities 108 44.7 Youth Support 108 44.8 Memorial Educational Trust 108 44.9 Tributes 108 44.10 Final Comments by Noel 109

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At45. the 20President’s November Year meeting, 2001-2002 under Paul President Gregg John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members109 that the Palmerston45.1 North Board club Members sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17109 March, 1958 again chaired45.2 byRotary President International John Hubbard. Theme “MankindThe club isapproved Our Business” unanimously the formation of a new club 109with the revised boundary45.3 line beingFellowship 100 yardsEvents West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 110 45.4 Membership 110 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present 45.5 Bulletin 110 member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first45.6 meeting Features was to of bethe held 2001-2002 on 22 May,Year 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958,110 with Jack Sylva to be the45.7 first Changeoverpresident of 2002the new club. 110 46. President’s Year 2002-2003 Ross Jones 111 At a meeting46.1 onBoard 29 May,Members 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club.111 Combined meetings46.2 of theRI Palmerston President’s MessageNorth and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three112 members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston 46.3 Polio Plus 112 North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 46.4 Club Administration 112 46.5 Charity Golf Tournament 112 3.3 The Provisional Club 46.6 Social Events 112 In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 46.7 International/Youth 113 of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one46.8 of the Community/Vocationfoundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs113 Christensen, known 46.9as the RegalMembership Caterers , and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would113 be Mr Monty Lascelles46.10 of Westshore, Tributes Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member113 of the Rotary Club of46.11 Palmerston Concluding North Commentssince December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of113 the new club at Terrace46.12 End Changeoverbefore he was transferred to Napier.2 113 47. President’s Year 2003-2004 David Bridges 114 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin47.1 Editor Board and Rotary Members Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the114 speakers but concentrated47.2 onLend conveying a Hand a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:114 47.3 Membership 115 The47.4 distribution Youth Programmesof Rotary Districts in NZ 115 The47.5 election “P” of Seminar District “ Governors and their roles. 115 The47.6 meaning Paul of Harris a Provisional Fellow Club to Terrace End. 116 47.7 The Chalet 116 Explanation of avenues of service. 47.8 Active Age Games 116 What does membership of Rotary give its members? 47.9 Aid Boxes for the Soloman Islands 124 Defining47.10 duties.World Centary Day 2005 116 Rotary47.11 in NewTerrace Zealand. End Probus Club 116 Why47.12 Limited Literacy Classifications? in Schools 116 What47.13 is a RotaryManawatu club? Floods 116 The47.14 ‘4 - WayCharity Test’ Golfas a Tournamentmeasuring stick, etc. 116 47.15 Palmerston North Brass Band Clubrooms 117 The bulletin47.16 datedSubscriptions 19 June includedfrom Direct a committeeDebit plan for the club as follows: 117 47.17 Summary 117 48.Board President’sof Directors Year 2004-2005 Sue Ford 117 48.1 Board Members 117 Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 48.2 First Woman President 118 President48.3 Peter Biggs Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 118 48.4 Goals 118 Directors 48.5 Rotary Centennial 118 Club Service48.6 World Centenary Day Vocational Service Community Service International Service118 48.7 New President’s Chain 118 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart 48.8 Manawatu Floods 119 Members48.9 Projects 119 Bulletin48.10 RYLA Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 119 48.11 Fund Raising 119 Fellowship48.12 Golf Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 119 48.13 The Around Taupo Cycle Race 119 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. 48.14 Farewell to Dick Rawstron 119

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48.15 Forest Hills Rotary Club 119 48.16 Brass Band Club Rooms 120 48.17 Farewell to Chalet 120 48.18 GSE Team from Florida 120 48.19 Membership 120 48.20 Other Significant Changes 120 49. President’s Year 2005-2006 Denis Pilkington/Vallis Peet 121 49.1 The Board 121 49.2 Club Programme 121 49.3 Projects 122 49.4 Resignation of our President 122 49.5 Christmas Function 122 49.6 January 1-June 30 2006 122 49.7 Membership 122 49.8 Programme 122 49.9 Fund Raising 123 49.10 Presidential Citation 123 50. President’s Year 2006-2007 Allan Gillingham 124 50.1 The Board 124 50.2 Changeover 124 50.3 The International Theme 124 50.4 Business Plan for the Year 124 50.4.1 Personal Goals 124 50.4.2 Aim to Achieve 124 50.5 Rotary Moment 124 50.6 Fiftieth Anniversary 124 50.7 Club Speakers 124 50.8 Bulletin 125 50.9 Community 125 50.10 Walkway Project 125 50.11 International 125 50.12 Vocation and Youth 125 50.13 Membership 125 50.14 Memorial Educational Trust 125 50.15 District Roles 125 50.16 District Conference 126 50.17 Summary of Year’s Achievements and Highpoints 126 50.17.1 Meeting Venue 126 50.17.2 Membership 126 50.17.3 New Projects 126 50.17.4 Club Profile 126 50.17.5 Collaboration with Other Clubs 126 50.17.6 Club Fellowship 126 50.17.7 Presidential Citation 126 51. President’s Year 2007-2008 Katrine Imrie 127 51.1 Board Members 127 51.2 International Theme 127 51.3 Changeover 128 51.4 Club Committee 128 51.5 Community/Vocational 128 51.6 International/Youth 128 51.7 Memorial Trust 129 51.8 Bulletins 129 51.9 Members 129

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At the 2051.10 November Speakers meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members129 that the Palmerston51.11 North My Yearclub assponsor President a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17129 March, 1958 again chaired51.12 byRotary President Thoughts John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club 129with the revised boundary51.13 line beingDG’s Visit100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 129 51.14 Assistant Governor 129 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present 51.15 Casework Chain 129 member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first51.16 meeting Forums was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958,129 with Jack Sylva to be the51.17 first Districtpresident Governor’s of the new Paul club. Harris Award 130 51.18 Fiftieth Anniversary Celebration 130 At a meeting51.19 onPaul 29 Harris May, Fellows1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club.130 Combined meetings51.20 of the Memory Palmerston of Bill North Johnston and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three130 members of the Palmerston51.21 Rotary North Conference Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer130, a Palmerston North Rotarian,51.22 Jim was Kerr placed Rotarian on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.130 52. President’s Year 2008-2009 Reg Bridewell 132 3.3 The Provisional Club 52.1 Board Members 132 In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 52.2 Rotary International Theme 132 of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one52.3 of the Changeoverfoundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs132 Christensen, known 52.4as the RegalDistrict Caterers Governor, and Visit that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would132 be Mr Monty Lascelles52.5 of Westshore, Membership Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member132 of the Rotary Club of52.6 Palmerston GSE TeamNorth Visit since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of132 the new club at Terrace52.7 End Exchangebefore he Studentwas transferred to Napier.2 132 52.8 50th Anniversary 132 Subsequent52.9 bulletins Daffodil were Day designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities133 of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but 52.10 Trees for Survival 133 concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 52.11 Junior Neighbourhood Support. 133 The52.12 distribution Fund raising of Rotary projects Districts in NZ 133 52.13 Other project 133 The election of District Governors and their roles. 52.14 Speakers 133 The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. 52.15 Special thanks 133 Explanation52.15 End of avenuesof year Changeover of service. 134 What does membership of Rotary give its members? 53. Reflections 135 Defining duties. 54. President’s Year 2009-2010 Eddie Eggers 137 Rotary in New Zealand. 54.1 Board Members 137 Why54.2 Limited The Classifications? Rotary International Theme 137 What54.3 is a RotaryDistrict club? Governor’s Visit 137 The54.4 ‘4 - WayClub Test’ Administration as a measuring Committee stick, etc. 137 54.5 Service Projects Committee 137 The bulletin54.6 datedMembership 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: 137 54.7 Memorial Education 138 Board 54.8of Directors Paul Harris Fellows 138 54.9 Thanks 138 Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 55. President’s Year 2010-2011 Bruce Withell 139 President55.1 Board Members Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 139 Directors55.2 Rotary International Theme 139 55.3 Vision 139 Club Service55.3 Changeover Vocational Service Community Service International Service139 Bill Somerville55.4 Club Committees Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart139 55.5 Club Administration Committee 139 Members55.6 Community /Projects Committee 139 Bulletin55.7 ClusterLindsay Projects Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 140 55.9 Memorial Educational Trust 140 Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 55.10 Bulletin 140 55.112 Every MembershipRotarian is an example to youth. 140

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55.12 Speakers 140 55.13 Club Forum 140 55.14 My Year as President 140 55.15 DG’s Visit 141 55.16 Rotary Conference 141 56. President’s Year 2011-2012 Katrine Imrie 142 56.1 Board Members 142 56.2 Rotary International Theme 142 56.3 Changeover 142 56.4 Club Committee 142 56.5 Community /Projects Committee 142 56.6 Youth and International 142 56.7 Memorial Educational Trust 142 56.8 Bulletin 142 56.9 Members 142 56.10 Speakers 143 143 56.11 My Year as President 143 56.12 DG’s Visit 143 56.13 Club Forums 143 56.14 Paul Harris Award 143 56.15 Rotary Conference 143 56.16 President of Awapuni 143 57. President’s Year 2012-2013 Dennis Quinn 143 57.1 Board Members 143 57.2 Changeover 143 57.2 Membership 143 57.3 Rotary International Theme 144 57.4 District Governor’s Visits 144 57.5 Club Programmes 144 57.6 Memorial Educational Trust 144 57.7 Highlights of the Year 144 58. President’s Year 2013–2014 Brian White 146 57.1 Board members 146 57.2 Rotary International Theme 146 57.3 Changeover Date 3 July 2013 146 57.4 Club Meetings 146 57.5 Club Committee 146 57.6 Projects Committee 146 57.7 Memorial Educational Trust 146 57.8 Bulletin 146 57.9 Membership 147 57.10 DG and Conference 147 57.11 My Year as President 147 59. President’s Year 2014-2015 Gaewyn Grant 147 59.1 Board Members 147 59.2 Rotary International theme 147 59.3 Changeover 147 59.4 Club Meetings 147 59.5 Club Administration Committee 147 59.6 Project Committee 148 59.7 Memorial Educational Trust 148 59.8 Membership 148 59.9 District Governor and Conference 148

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At the 2059.10 November Highlights meeting, of the under Year President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members148 that the 60.Palmerston Presidents North Year club 2015-2016 sponsor a –new Allan club Gillingham in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17151 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised 60.1 Board Members 151 boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 60.2 Rotary International Theme 151 So the 60.3new ProvisionalChangeover Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father151 of a present member60.4 Graham Membership Hubbard , as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial151 members and the first60.5 meeting District was to Governor’s be held onVisit 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958,151 with Jack Sylva to be the60.6 first RCTEpresident Committees of the new club. 151 60.7 Memorial Educational Trust (MET) 152 At a meeting60.8 onHighlights 29 May, of 1958, the Year a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club.153 Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of 61.the PalmerstonPresident’s North Year 2016-2017Club should Dennis be detailed Quinn to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer156, a Palmerston North Rotarian,61.1 Board was Membersplaced on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.156 61.2 Changeover 156 3.3 61.The 3 MembershipProvisional Club 156 In the first61.4 bulletinRotary dated International 4 June, Theme1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional156 Rotary Club of Terrace61.5 End Districtwould take Governor’s place at Visit the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal,156 Frank Clift, was one61.6 of the Clubfoundation Committees members & Programmes of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs156 Christensen, known 61.7as the RegalService Caterers Projects, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would157 be Mr Monty Lascelles61.8 of Westshore, Memorial Napier. Educational This Trust.was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member157 of the Rotary Club of61.9 Palmerston Bulletin North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of157 the new club 2 at Terrace61.10 End Vickibefore Lee he Concertswas transferred to Napier. 157 61.11 District Conference 157 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, 62.Bulletin President’s Editor and Year Rotary 2017-2018 Information Lew FindlayOfficer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the159 speakers but concentrated62.1 onBoard conveying Members a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:159 62.2 Changeover 159 The62.3 distribution Membership of Rotary Districts in NZ 159 The62.4 election Rotary of DistrictInternational Governors Theme and their roles. 159 The62.5 meaning District of a Governor’sProvisional Visit Club to Terrace End. 159 Explanation62.6 Club of avenues Committees of service. & Programmes 159 What62.7 does Servicemembership Projects of Rotary give its members? 159 62.8 Memorial Educational Trust 159 Defining duties. 62.9 Bulletin 159 Rotary in New Zealand. 62.10 Vicki Lee Concerts 159 Why62.11 Limited District Classifications? Conference 159 What is a Rotary club? 63. President’s Year 2018-2019 Stuart Birks 161 The63.1 ‘4 - WayBoard Test’ Members as a measuring stick, etc. 161 63.2 Rotary International Theme “Be the Inspiration” 161 The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: 63.3 Changeover 161 63.4 DGs Visit 161 Board 63.5of Directors Membership 161 Jack Sylva63.6 Projects George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer161 63.7 Other activities 161 President63.8 RCTE 60th Anniversary Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 162 Directors63.9 The backroom ‘boys’ 162 Office Bearers 167 Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Membership Summary 172 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS The Chalet and Production Team ii Charter Members and 1st and 2nd Banners iii Club Members at 25th Celebrations 15 Early Paul Harris Fellows 15 Distinguished Rotarian Member visiting 15 Past President Bill Somerville 17 Rotoract Members 17 Japanese Lanterns 17 Prime Minister Rob Muldoon 41 The Charleston Gang 41 Early Members Socialising 41 Memorial Educational Trustees with Awardees 53 Crunchie Bar Express 57 Mini Bike Project 57 Manawatu River Bridge Opening 59 Club Member Trips 65 Paul Harris Fellows 69 Club Projects 87 Top Schools 89 President Goff Ashwell’s year 107 President Noel Cantwell’s year 109 President Paul Gregg’s year 111 President Ross Jones’ year 114 President David Bridges’ year 117 President Sue Forde’s year 121 President Denis Pilkington/Vallis Peet’s year 123 President Allan Gillingham’s year 127 President Katrine Imrie’s year 131 Photographs of Events from the Fifth Decade 134 President Reg Bridewell’s year 136 President Eddie Egger’s year 138 President Bruce Withell’s year 141 President Dennis Quinn’s year 145 President Gaewyn Grant’s year 149 President Allan Gillingham’s year 153 President Dennis Quinn’s year 157 President Lew Findlay’s year 160 President Stuart Birk’s year to November 2018 162 Photographs of events from the Sixth Decade 164

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3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take‘Five place at the RossThirty Intermediate School on Monday,Wednesday’ 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December The1944 and hadHistory been one ofof the primeThe movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: First Published in 1998 by The distribution of Rotary Districts in Rotary NZ Club of Terrace End The election of District Governors and their roles.P.O. Box 54 The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. Palmerston North. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? First edition 1998 What is a Rotary club? Authors and Research The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Peter Inder and Dick Rawstron The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Second edition 2008 Authors, Research and Editor Board of Directors Ross Jones, Allan Gillingham, Jo Myers. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary

Directors Text: Adobe Garamond Pro Club Service Media: Vocational ServiceAdobe InDesignCommunity CS3, Adobe Service Photoshop,International Service MS Word, Macintosh iMac and Agfa Snapscan. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Printed by: The Printery, Massey University, Members Palmerston North. Materials: 100 Colotech Matt, 280 Colotech Gloss. Bulletin Lindsay Description:Spencer Ray Amer Digital printBob from Burt PDF. Harry Craig Cover: Full colour and laminated. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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Cover Illustrations: The cover design was created by Rotarian Peter McDermott and features the present Club venue at Massey University’s function centre Wharerata. The cover title reminds members that most of our meetings have been held on a Wednesday with a social gathering commencing at 5.30pm.

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1. PREFACE FIRST EDITION - 1998 In writing this history of the Rotary Club of Terrace End the object of the authors has been to outline the formation and activities of the club in the chapters covering the four decades of the club. A number of activities and projects mentioned in the overall survey have been selected for detailed coverage. We were fortunate to have a ready source of archival material that had been preserved by historians of the club, Bill Dorreen and John Borren. They had been diligent in storing the weekly bulletins, a few annual reports of Presidents and some annual financial reports. These have provided our main source of the Club’s history for analysis. The Rotary Club of Palmerston North had deposited their early club records with the City Archivist, Ian Matheson, who made them available to us for researching the establishment of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. The Club’s Board minutes and the minutes of the Club Committees have not been researched in depth but occasionally have provided sources of reference to amplify and confirm information obtained from the weekly bulletins. To gain information on the early days of the club, former Foundation Members in the city or their widows and long standing members of the club were interviewed about their memories of the club. These included Lindsay and Gywneth Spencer, Steve and Ivy Pilalis, Ted and Joy Valentine, Lloyd and Eunice Love, Marjorie Crystall, Mac Mitchinson and Bill Johnson. Through the Club’s years a number of members have been responsible for the many projects undertaken by the club. Some of these projects have been selected for special mention and others have been prepared for us by Lloyd Love and Bruce Markwell. To them and the others who provided us with photographs, anecdotes and hazy memories, press clippings and programmes, and summaries of their years of office we want to extend our thanks. We would also like to thank the Club Presidents, Graeme Campbell, Jim Esson and Jim Kerr who have supported, encouraged and assisted with the preparation of this history. Thanks are also due Ross Jones and Ted Valentine who helped us with the scanning and production of the photographs. Finally to our wives, June and Jess, who have put up with the inconveniences occasioned by our preoccupation at times, for their reading of scripts, recording parting thoughts and reminding us of past events we offer our humble thanks. As many contributors have been responsible for assembling this history we thank them all for their work. We wish to acknowledge also the support of the other club members who have supplied us with information and reminded us of forgotten incidents. We have tried to mention a number of members by name and regret that many hard workers were never identified in the publications we studied. If you are not mentioned it was an oversight of the early editors of the bulletins and I’m sure they will accept the blame. As we have researched the progress of the Rotary Club of Terrace End since its formation 40 years ago we have been impressed by the achievements of the club in establishing a strong friendly club as well as by its contributions to the local community and abroad.

Authors and Research, Peter Inder, Dick Rawstron.

2. PREFACE SECOND EDITION - 2008 The Rotary Club ofTerrace End will celebrate its 50th Anniversary Birthday on the 1st of November 2008. In honour of the Club’s Birthday the President and Board of Directors of Rotary year 2007-2008 decided to reprint the 40th anniversary history publication “Five Thirty Wednesday”, and include in this reprint publication the Fifth Decade History, 1998-2008. The history of the beginnings and early accomplishments of the Rotary Club of Terrace End was researched and compiled by Peter Inder and Dick Rawstron. Unfortunately, the complete master text files of the first publication were misplaced, and a rewrite has been necessary. A diligent effort has been made to find, collect, and summarise information about the Club over its first half-century. Some of the sources of information have been the earlier Club history, past President’s records, issues of the Club Bulletin, pictures and memorabilia from Club functions, awards and plaques presented to the Club for community service, newspaper articles, and personal recollections of past and present members. As might be expected, the information available is quite variable over the years, for some of the more recent years virtually complete records and most of the Club Bulletins are available; for some years essentially nothing has been found. Obviously, the coverage of given periods or years reflects this relative abundance or scarcity of information. Every effort has been made to record events from 1998 to 2008 as they occurred and were reported through the personal histories of the Club Presidents serving between 1998 and 2008. The authors humbly submit this data and are acutely aware of its omissions. It has been prepared with the sole purpose of providing for posterity and the present membership certain interesting information pertaining to the origin of the Club, its aims and its accomplishments. The authors hope this history of the Rotary Club of Terrace End will become a continually evolving document that the members will find both interesting and informative.

Authors, Research and Editor, Ross Jones, Allan Gillingham, Jo Myers.

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3.At thePREFACE 20 November THIRD meeting, EDITIONunder President 2018 John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the PalmerstonThe North Rotary club Club sponsor of Terrace a new Endclub celebratedin this area. its This 60th anniversarymatter was discussed on 17 November at the club 2018 assembly at the onCoachman 17 March, Ho 1958- tel,again Palmerston chaired by North. President This John was Hubbard.an appropriate The occasion club approved to update unanimously our history the record formation in “5.30 of ona new Wednesday” club with thethe secrevised- ondboundary edition line of beingwhich 100 was yardsupdated West for of our Albert 50th St, anniversary. running from The the preparation Manawatu of Riverthe third to Richardson’s edition of “5.30 Line. on Wednesday” has followed the format of a Presidents report plus associated photographs for each year since 2008. In total we therefore haveSo the a detailednew Provisional record of Rotaryour history Club over of Terrace60 years, End an achievementwas formed, tointerestingly be proud of. with John Hubbard, father of a present member GrahamThe last Hubbard10 years ,since as President our 50th of anniversary the Palmerston have Northseen several Rotary changes Club. Thein the new way club the clubhad 22operates initial withmembers the and mostthe first notable meeting being was having to be formalheld on meetings 22 May, on1958. only theThe first provisional and third induction Wednesday date ofwas each set formonth 7 July, with 1958, committee with Jack Sylva meetingsto be the firston the president second Wednesday,of the new club.and a visit or social occasion on the fourth Wednesday. This has proved popular with good attendances at committee meetings, a reflection of the great club spirit that persists. At a meetingI trust on that 29 May,you will 1958, find a numberthis 3rd ofedition recommendations of our history wereboth madeinteresting for the and conduct useful. of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of theEditor: Palmerston Allan Gillingham North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

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3. THE FORMATION AND EARLY DAYS OF THE CLUB

3.1 Introduction The Rotary organisation, which began in Chicago in 1905, aimed at including as many people as possible in positions of some influence to use their power to make the world a better place in which to live, so it has made expansion one of its key functions.

In 1958 when the Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, and on the 1st November formally chartered, it joined a group of clubs throughout the world that was committed to providing philanthropic services through a network of service committees. At that time, four service committees operated in each club with citizens of a district who excelled in their chosen vocation. The members of these four committees, under the influences of a wider international community, looked for opportunities to befriend acquaintances, and help to serve associations which came within the influence of their own and sister clubs. Hence each member served on one of the four committees, Club Service, Community Service, International Service, or Vocational Service, and each year rotated his membership to another committee. This meant that the opportunity for greater service increased with his experience and became based on a wider appreciation of the area with which he came in contact.

The Rotary Club of Palmerston North, formed in 1924, had considered sponsoring a new club in the city in the early 1950s but the notion took some years to be actioned. Perhaps the early stimulation originated from Rotary International itself because in the seven years from 1958-65 one third of all the clubs in District 9940 were established. Imagine how ignorant 25 young men in their 30s and 40s must have been about the organisation when they were asked to join a worldwide organisation and to become the second Rotary club in Palmerston North to represent a selected group of business and professional associates. Each member would have been approached and invited to join because of his prominence in a particular vocation and because of his potential leadership in this field. Rotary demanded high ideals and commitment from representatives of each vocation, including attendance at regular weekly meetings that would have challenged the resolutions of many. So of necessity, the presidents and directors of a new Rotary club during its first decade would have had to weld this group into an energetic and committed team who would be able to recognise needs in the communities in which they operated. Recognition of these, in turn, would have given them, as a group, the opportunities of providing services to which they had voluntarily committed themselves.1

3.2 The birth of the Rotary Club of Terrace End A search has been made through the archival material of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North, which has been deposited with the City Archivist, for information on the formation of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. This material supplements some other documents already held by Terrace End. The initial survey for the formation of a new club in Palmerston North was made by Rotarian Monty Lascelles. He met with the directors of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North on 20 August, 1953 in a meeting chaired by Fred Keyes. It was resolved that “the Directors approve in principle the formation of a new Rotary Club at Terrace End to be called the Rotary Club of Terrace End, the tentative boundaries to be East of Princess St, and that Rotarian Monty Lascelles be asked to elaborate the proposal to the Club at an appropriate date in the near future”.

At the meeting on 19 November, 1953, chaired by Allan Beattie, it was resolved that, “the President and the Secretary be authorised to prepare and circulate to the club a notice of motion regularising the matter of the proposed formation of a Rotary Club at Terrace End, to be presented to an assembly of the club to be held on 7 December, 1953”.

The text of the motion to the assembly is contained in these minutes with the territorial boundaries to be mutually agreed upon between the clubs. The club assembly, held on 7 December, 1953, approved the sponsorship of such a club to be known as the Rotary Club of Terrace End, “provided that an adequate number of classifications and suitable numbers were available” (A.J. Beattie, President). The next record of developments on this motion was when Monty Lascelles met with the directors, chaired by Allan Beattie, on 17 June, 1954, and it was resolved that the matter be dealt with as soon as District Governor Bert Hancox, returned from overseas. At the next meeting on 19 July, 1954, the new president, Fred Keyes, was authorised to see District Governor Bert Hancox regarding the formation of a new club at Terrace End.

No positive action seems to have been taken, however, and it was not until 1956, under President Len Plimmer, that a further survey was taken. At the directors’ meeting of 17 April, 1957 they approved President Len’s action of appointing Rotarian Jack Sylva to conduct a survey. It was also resolved that “the new club comprise that part of Palmerston North East of Tremaine Avenue and running along the Western side of Albert St”. This survey was completed by 19 June, 1957. 1 Don’t resent growing old. Many are denied that privilege.

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3. THE FORMATION AND EARLY DAYS OF THE CLUB At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised 3.1 Introduction boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. The Rotary organisation, which began in Chicago in 1905, aimed at including as many people as possible in positions of some influence to use their power to make the world a better place in which to live, so it has made expansion one of its So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present key functions. member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva In 1958 when the Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, and on the 1st November formally chartered, it joined a to be the first president of the new club. group of clubs throughout the world that was committed to providing philanthropic services through a network of service committees. At that time, four service committees operated in each club with citizens of a district who excelled in their At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined chosen vocation. The members of these four committees, under the influences of a wider international community, meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of looked for opportunities to befriend acquaintances, and help to serve associations which came within the influence of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston their own and sister clubs. Hence each member served on one of the four committees, Club Service, Community Service, North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. International Service, or Vocational Service, and each year rotated his membership to another committee. This meant that the opportunity for greater service increased with his experience and became based on a wider appreciation of the area with 3.3 The Provisional Club which he came in contact. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club The Rotary Club of Palmerston North, formed in 1924, had considered sponsoring a new club in the city in the early 1950s of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, but the notion took some years to be actioned. Perhaps the early stimulation originated from Rotary International itself was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, because in the seven years from 1958-65 one third of all the clubs in District 9940 were established. Imagine how ignorant known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 25 young men in their 30s and 40s must have been about the organisation when they were asked to join a worldwide Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club organisation and to become the second Rotary club in Palmerston North to represent a selected group of business and 2 professional associates. Each member would have been approached and invited to join because of his prominence in a at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier. particular vocation and because of his potential leadership in this field. Rotary demanded high ideals and commitment from representatives of each vocation, including attendance at regular weekly meetings that would have challenged the Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, resolutions of many. So of necessity, the presidents and directors of a new Rotary club during its first decade would have Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but had to weld this group into an energetic and committed team who would be able to recognise needs in the communities concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: in which they operated. Recognition of these, in turn, would have given them, as a group, the opportunities of providing services to which they had voluntarily committed themselves.1 The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. 3.2 The birth of the Rotary Club of Terrace End The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. A search has been made through the archival material of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North, which has been deposited Explanation of avenues of service. with the City Archivist, for information on the formation of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. This material supplements What does membership of Rotary give its members? some other documents already held by Terrace End. The initial survey for the formation of a new club in Palmerston Defining duties. North was made by Rotarian Monty Lascelles. He met with the directors of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North on 20 August, 1953 in a meeting chaired by Fred Keyes. It was resolved that “the Directors approve in principle the formation Rotary in New Zealand. of a new Rotary Club at Terrace End to be called the Rotary Club of Terrace End, the tentative boundaries to be East of Why Limited Classifications? Princess St, and that Rotarian Monty Lascelles be asked to elaborate the proposal to the Club at an appropriate date in the What is a Rotary club? near future”. The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. At the meeting on 19 November, 1953, chaired by Allan Beattie, it was resolved that, “the President and the Secretary be authorised to prepare and circulate to the club a notice of motion regularising the matter of the proposed formation of a The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Rotary Club at Terrace End, to be presented to an assembly of the club to be held on 7 December, 1953”. Board of Directors The text of the motion to the assembly is contained in these minutes with the territorial boundaries to be mutually agreed upon between the clubs. The club assembly, held on 7 December, 1953, approved the sponsorship of such a club to be Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer known as the Rotary Club of Terrace End, “provided that an adequate number of classifications and suitable numbers were President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary available” (A.J. Beattie, President). The next record of developments on this motion was when Monty Lascelles met with the directors, chaired by Allan Directors Beattie, on 17 June, 1954, and it was resolved that the matter be dealt with as soon as District Governor Bert Hancox, returned from overseas. At the next meeting on 19 July, 1954, the new president, Fred Keyes, was authorised to see District Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Governor Bert Hancox regarding the formation of a new club at Terrace End. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart No positive action seems to have been taken, however, and it was not until 1956, under President Len Plimmer, that a Members further survey was taken. At the directors’ meeting of 17 April, 1957 they approved President Len’s action of appointing Rotarian Jack Sylva to conduct a survey. It was also resolved that “the new club comprise that part of Palmerston North Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig East of Tremaine Avenue and running along the Western side of Albert St”. This survey was completed by 19 June, Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 1957. 1 Don’t resent growing old. Many are denied that privilege. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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Membership Jack Sylva John Death Bert Hack Ron Kear Programmes Frank Clift John Levestam Derek Olsen Colin Loudon Rotary Inform. L. Spencer Mac McKenzie Phil Townshend Reg McHugh Sergeant-at-Arms Mac Mitchinson Leo King Ray Pitcher Classifications Bill Somerville

The list of topics of Rotary information continued in a comprehensive way so that the new members were richly indoctrinated into the guiding principles of their new association. Little of a domestic nature was included except the current duties of members at each meeting until the club prepared itself for its first project. This project, endorsed by the Community Services Committee, committed the club to support the Health Stamps campaign by providing transport for the door-to- door sales of health stamps.

Lindsay Spencer confirmed in his bulletin after the first meeting, the club’s gratitude to the Principal and committee of the Ross Intermediate School for granting the use of the school as a meeting venue.

One domestic matter that was mentioned in the bulletin on 10th July was the announcement that subscriptions for 1 July, 1958 to 30 June, 1959 were due to be paid. Mac Mitchinson said that the club was not wealthy nor was it made up of wealthy members and that although the subscription was only £6 a year the members were permitted to pay their subscriptions half yearly if they wished. Hence the call for a £6 annual or a £3 half-yearly subscription was made. It is difficult to appreciate the value of the subscription in modern-day terms with the changes in 1967 from pounds to dollars, with the intervening rates of inflation, and with the different pay rates etc. However, a simple rule of thumb seems to be appropriate for comparisons to be made at any time. If the price paid for the meal and Rotary dues is made the standard or the unit for comparison, we can approximately assess the value of the subscription. As the price paid at each meeting was 4/6d and the annual subscription was £6, we can calculate that the subscription was 26.6 times greater than the weekly payment. If these were translated into 1998 terms when the price at the door is $15 then an equivalent annual subscription would be almost $400!

3.4 Count down to Charter Night So it was with a variety of normal activities that the provisional club3 approached its Charter Night. A visit from the President of Rotary International, Cliff Randall, prompted a combined luncheon meeting on Saturday 4th October with the Rotary Club of Palmerston North at Collinson and Cunningham’s. As this was the first time a world leader of the Rotary movement had been able to visit outside the metropolitan areas in New Zealand, his visit was regarded as an historic and auspicious moment by the Rotary movement in Palmerston North. On hearing of his impending visit the club endeavoured to organise that he should present the Charter to the club on Saturday night, 4 October, but, as this was unable to be arranged, the Charter Night was ultimately set down for 1st November.

The Charter Presentation, a great event in the club’s history, was celebrated in the Collinson and Cunningham’s Tea Rooms on Saturday, 1 November starting at 6.30pm. The registration per member was £1, which in today’s (1998) terms is about $66.50. The programme consisted of “Dinner and Refreshments, Songs and Entertainment, the Presentation of the Charter by Past District Governor Dick Millward, and the presentation of gifts from members of Palmerston North, Terrace End and other clubs”.

Overseas Rotary clubs emphasised the international character of the movement by extending hands of friendship from across the seas. Several welcomed the new club into the brotherhood and in its records the Rotary Club of Terrace End holds a Certificate of Welcome from Hartford, Connecticut, USA; a welcome from Ashfield in NSW, Australia; a letter of welcome from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex in England; and a card of welcome from the members of the Rotary Club of Hull in Yorkshire in England.

List of donors and equipment they donated. Much of it is still in use today. Gavel, Badge holder Ted Blechynden Speaker’s lectern, Main cupboard Mac Mitchinson Slide for the Presidents’ Board

3 Nothing can be sliced so thin that it has only one side.

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At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Membership Jack Sylva John Death Bert Hack Ron Kear R. Thorrold-Jaggard Visitors’ book Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Programmes Frank Clift John Levestam Derek Olsen Colin Loudon againStratford chaired Rotary by President Club John Hubbard. The Sunshineclub approved Box unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Rotary Inform. L. Spencer Mac McKenzie Phil Townshend Reg McHugh Palmerston North Rotary Club Gong So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Sergeant-at-Arms Mac Mitchinson Leo King Ray Pitcher Marton Rotary Club Desk Rotary Club wheel member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Classifications Bill Somerville theLevin first Rotary meeting Club was to be held on 22 May, 1958.Rotary The lapel provisional badges induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. Waitara and Petone Rotary Clubs Each gave donations of five guineas The list of topics of Rotary information continued in a comprehensive way so that the new members were richly indoctrinated into the guiding principles of their new association. Little of a domestic nature was included except the current duties At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined of members at each meeting until the club prepared itself for its first project. This project, endorsed by the Community meetingsTwenty-three of the of Palmerstonthe original North25 members and Terrace included End in committees the committee were plan to be of held 19 June, and oneplus director Lindsay andSpencer, three attendedmembers the of Services Committee, committed the club to support the Health Stamps campaign by providing transport for the door-to- theCharter Palmerston Night presentation.North Club should Leo King be detailed had earlier to attend indicated the Terracethat because End weekly of a commitment meetings. Lindsay in the South Spencer Island, a Palmerston he would door sales of health stamps. Northbe unable Rotarian, to attend, was and placed Peter on Caldwell loan to thehad new found club that to becauseact as its of secretary commitment and to to help his work,the club he towas become unable established. to comply with the strict attendance requisites. Peter had indicated his intention to resign and though his resignation was received four Lindsay Spencer confirmed in his bulletin after the first meeting, the club’s gratitude to the Principal and committee of the days3.3 after The the charterProvisional night Club he did not participate in the celebrations. Ray Pitcher became a member in August, during 4 Ross Intermediate School for granting the use of the school as a meeting venue. Inthe the provisional first bulletin period, dated and 4 wasJune, registered 1958, Lindsay as a ‘Charter Spencer Night’announced member. that the It wasfirst a verymeeting happy of thegroup Provisional of Rotarians Rotary who Club ofparticipated Terrace End in wouldthe function take place and atwere the photographedRoss Intermediate both School formally on andMonday, informally. 9 June Aat photograph5.45pm. The of thePrincipal, charter Frank members Clift, One domestic matter that was mentioned in the bulletin on 10th July was the announcement that subscriptions for 1 wastaken one on of charter the foundation night is shown members in the of frontispiece. the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, July, 1958 to 30 June, 1959 were due to be paid. Mac Mitchinson said that the club was not wealthy nor was it made known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty up of wealthy members and that although the subscription was only £6 a year the members were permitted to pay their LascellesThus the of RotaryWestshore, Club Napier. of Terrace This End was hadan appropriatehad a lengthy choice gestation of speaker period because from 1953Monty tohad 1958 been buta memberits birth of hadthe beenRotary a subscriptions half yearly if they wished. Hence the call for a £6 annual or a £3 half-yearly subscription was made. It is Clubsuccess. of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club difficult to appreciate the value of the subscription in modern-day terms with the changes in 1967 from pounds to dollars, at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 with the intervening rates of inflation, and with the different pay rates etc. However, a simple rule of thumb seems to be 3.5 The venues appropriate for comparisons to be made at any time. If the price paid for the meal and Rotary dues is made the standard SubsequentBill Johnston bulletins told us werethat hedesigned recalls tothat inform the meals members were onheld Rotary in the matters cookery and room with of his Ross joint Intermediate responsibilities School of Secretary,and after or the unit for comparison, we can approximately assess the value of the subscription. As the price paid at each meeting Bulletinthe meal Editor they walked and Rotary down Information to the library, Officer, which was Lindsay nearby, Spencer where did the just meetings that. He were made conducted. brief mention Although of the speakersthe club butdid was 4/6d and the annual subscription was £6, we can calculate that the subscription was 26.6 times greater than the weekly concentratednot pay for the on use conveying of the rooms, a good it deal donated of Rotary money Information each year towardsto the new library members funds under and during headings the such colder as: weather made payment. If these were translated into 1998 terms when the price at the door is $15 then an equivalent annual subscription a donation towards the use of the gas heater in the library. Naturally there was a shaking down period in relationships would be almost $400! betweenThe thedistribution school andof Rotarythe club Districts but these in NZrelationships were cordial as revealed in correspondence between the two. However,The election although of theDistrict parking Governors of cars onand thetheir lawn roles. irritated the committee briefly, members had to be reminded not to 3.4 Count down to Charter Night damage the new lawns. As the school grew, and the need for more classrooms became a necessity, and as the Principal, The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. So it was with a variety of normal activities that the provisional club3 approached its Charter Night. A visit from the Frank Clift, moved from the school, the club was forced to look for new premises. Explanation of avenues of service. President of Rotary International, Cliff Randall, prompted a combined luncheon meeting on Saturday 4th October with the Rotary Club of Palmerston North at Collinson and Cunningham’s. As this was the first time a world leader of the On What6 July, does 1962, membership the club moved of Rotary from give Ross its Intermediate members? to the Master Builders’ rooms in Broadway. Bill Johnston said Rotary movement had been able to visit outside the metropolitan areas in New Zealand, his visit was regarded as an thatDefining the meal priceduties. was increased from 5/- the members were paying at that time at Ross Intermediate to 6/- at the Master Builders’ rooms. Mac Mitchinson seemed to think that the caterers were either Waldings or Mrs Bell, well-known caterers historic and auspicious moment by the Rotary movement in Palmerston North. On hearing of his impending visit the Rotary in New Zealand. to many city functions. club endeavoured to organise that he should present the Charter to the club on Saturday night, 4 October, but, as this was Why Limited Classifications? unable to be arranged, the Charter Night was ultimately set down for 1st November. At thisWhat time is athe Rotary Palmerston club? North City Council had a building in Margaret Street that Mac Mitchinson, Bill Somerville The Charter Presentation, a great event in the club’s history, was celebrated in the Collinson and Cunningham’s Tea Rooms andThe Jack ‘4Sylva - Way considered Test’ as awould measuring be ideal stick, for etc. the club to own as clubrooms. This house was about 3000 square feet on a on Saturday, 1 November starting at 6.30pm. The registration per member was £1, which in today’s (1998) terms is quarter acre section. The asking price was about £1400-1500 and the payments of the price were generous and elastic. about $66.50. The programme consisted of “Dinner and Refreshments, Songs and Entertainment, the Presentation of TheThese bulletin three gentlemendated 19 June proposed included that a debenturescommittee beplan taken for theup clubby the as clubfollows: members and that the three of them would act the Charter by Past District Governor Dick Millward, and the presentation of gifts from members of Palmerston North, as guarantors to secure the financial backing. “But,” said Mac, “the thought of being responsible for their own building Terrace End and other clubs”. and the costs involved terrified the club members and the members rejected the offer.” In the bulletin of 18 June, 1963 theBoard proposal of Directors was described but it was resoundingly defeated. This building was then sold or given by the city council to an organisation that provided a refuge for “wayward girls”. Upon reflection by those who bought homes at that time, the Overseas Rotary clubs emphasised the international character of the movement by extending hands of friendship from Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer across the seas. Several welcomed the new club into the brotherhood and in its records the Rotary Club of Terrace End price seemed to be extremely low and the council’s offer very generous for such a large home. holds a Certificate of Welcome from Hartford, Connecticut, USA; a welcome from Ashfield in NSW, Australia; a letter of President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary welcome from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex in England; and a card of welcome from the members of the Rotary Club of Hull in From 1 April, 1964 the next venue was the Empire Hotel on the corner of Princess St and Main St, for which the following Directors Yorkshire in England. conditions of use applied: “The private lounge will be available from 5.30pm to 6pm. Dinner will cost 8/6d and be served at 6pm. No liquor will be permitted in the dining room that must be vacated by 6.30pm. Dinner will be the normal Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service hotel three-course meal after which club members will retire to the hotel’s hall where coffee will be served and the official List of donors and equipment they donated. Much of it is still in use today. businessBill Somerville of the evening will be conducted.”Neil Mac Turnbull Mitchinson relatedMerv that Dymock the members used Georgeto park Stuartin Main St and then Gavel, Badge holder would walk down an alley to a side door where they entered the hotel and had “before meeting informalities”. He also Ted Blechynden commentedMembers that the proprietors of the hotel imagined that they were going to make a good profit out of the sale of drinks Speaker’s lectern, Main cupboard butBulletin this did not happenLindsay as some Spencer of the membersRay Amer had had their drinksBob before Burt they arrived at theHarry hotel Craigfor dinner. Perhaps it Mac Mitchinson Slide for the Presidents’ Board was this reason, and the fact that the rooms seemed too small, as well as the club being informed that dinner charges were goingFellowship up to 10/-, thatHarold the members Parlane decidedTom it wasBaker time to seek anotherPeter venue. Caldwell On 24 April, Bill1965 Howell the club shifted again,

3 Nothing can be sliced so thin that it has only one side. 42 AEvery man Rotarian who lives is byan himselfexample is to apt youth. to be corrupted by the company he keeps.

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Satisfactory arrangements were made with the Chalet management and the club was able to move there, where the meal cost only 7/6d. The Chalet has proved to be a very satisfactory venue and the club still meets there weekly. The association of the club with the Chalet has lasted over 30 years and many happy and memorable club activities have been held there. This association of Terrace End5 and the Chalet has become a social feature in the city and for many out-of-town Rotarians. It has developed a social identity for many people and especially in earlier years for visiting Rotarians who attended vacation courses at Massey University and conferences at the Science Centres.

Early on, some of the businessmen whose premises were in Tremaine Avenue made a strict timetable difficult to maintain. Mac Mitchinson remarked that a few of them met for a drink before they came to the meeting and with the added conviviality the meeting time just “slipped by”. Bill Johnston commented on this practice but said that ultimately one of the advantages of moving to the Chalet was that it was possible to arrange for a drink at the Chalet before the meeting. He said that at first they had had one barman and then as the club grew there was a need for two. When the time for grace was announced the members took their time to be seated for the meal. Finally an announcement had to be made shortly before dinner that the bar would close in five minutes. When Bill became president he applied an ex-naval procedure, “according to standing orders”. “The meal starts at 6pm, even if I am the only person eating.” He claims to have ironed out one of the problems of leadership. However, opening a bar for the consumption of alcoholic drinks led to difficulties of staying within the law and later problems in that context had to be faced. Perhaps the regimented timetable established at that time became the precedent because modern presidents, almost without exception, have followed the same procedure.

3.6 Charter members and their periods with Terrace End The following is an indication of the time each charter member spent with the club.6

Member Date of Resignation Ray Amer December 1960 Tom Baker July 1961 Bob Burt November 1960 Frank Clift October 1962 Harry Craig December 1961 John Death November1969 Merv Dymock July 1960 Bert Hack July 1962 Bill Howell Became an Honorary Member in 1985 and died in 1990 Ron Kear March 1992 Leo King June 1960 John Levestam May 1962 Colin Loudon October 1959 Went to Milson when the Rotary Club of Terrace End sponsored the Milson Club Mac Mitchinson in 1973-74 and later to Palmerston North Club. Reg McHugh July 1960 Mac McKenzie April 1959 Derek Olsen March 1969 Harold Parlane Went to Awapuni as its first president in 1966

5 Most of us get what we deserve. Only the successful admit it. 6 An optimist is a person who thinks that the ‘good old days’ are yet to come.

Page 816 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End this time to the Chalet at the Centennial Lagoon. At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Ray Pitcher Still a member in 1973 Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Satisfactory arrangements were made with the Chalet management and the club was able to move there, where the meal again chairedBill Somerville by President John Hubbard.July The1980 club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised cost only 7/6d. The Chalet has proved to be a very satisfactory venue and the club still meets there weekly. The association boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. of the club with the Chalet has lasted over 30 years and many happy and memorable club activities have been held there. George Stuart February 1962 This association of Terrace End5 and the Chalet has become a social feature in the city and for many out-of-town Rotarians. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Jack Sylva 1968 It has developed a social identity for many people and especially in earlier years for visiting Rotarians who attended vacation member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and courses at Massey University and conferences at the Science Centres. the first Philmeeting Townshend was to be held on 22 1971May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. Early on, some of the businessmen whose premises were in Tremaine Avenue made a strict timetable difficult to maintain. Neil Turnbull July 1970 Mac Mitchinson remarked that a few of them met for a drink before they came to the meeting and with the added At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined conviviality the meeting time just “slipped by”. Bill Johnston commented on this practice but said that ultimately one of 4.meetings THE of FIRSTthe Palmerston DECADE North 1958-68and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the advantages of moving to the Chalet was that it was possible to arrange for a drink at the Chalet before the meeting. He the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Many people feel that Rotary clubs are static associations of privileged men meeting weekly for a meal and fellowship. Was said that at first they had had one barman and then as the club grew there was a need for two. When the time for grace was North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new7 club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. announced the members took their time to be seated for the meal. Finally an announcement had to be made shortly before this so with the Rotary Club of Terrace End in the first decade? dinner that the bar would close in five minutes. When Bill became president he applied an ex-naval procedure, “according 3.3 The Provisional Club to standing orders”. “The meal starts at 6pm, even if I am the only person eating.” He claims to have ironed out one of By Charter night the club had a membership of 25 members. It is a little difficult to be accurate about the membership of In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club the problems of leadership. However, opening a bar for the consumption of alcoholic drinks led to difficulties of staying the club over the years as there may be occasional omissions in recording new members and resignations but it is considered of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, within the law and later problems in that context had to be faced. Perhaps the regimented timetable established at that that the following account is a true representation of the records available. Examination of the club membership shows that was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, time became the precedent because modern presidents, almost without exception, have followed the same procedure. it was changing continually between 1958 to 1964 with 27 resignations from the club and 24 new members. Fourteen knownCharter as Members the Regal were Caterers among, and the that resignations each member that would were payreceived. 4/6d. AtSo, this while first the meetingmembership the speaker appears would to havebe Mrbeen Monty 22 Lascellesin 1963 itof hadWestshore, changed Napier. considerably This wassince an Charterappropriate Night. choice Throughout of speaker becausethis period Monty all thehad beenclub apresidents member ofwere the charterRotary 3.6 Charter members and their periods with Terrace End Clubmembers of Palmerston so there was North continuity since December with those 1944 who andhad hadestablished been one the of club. the prime However, movers new for members the formation were beginningof the new to club be 6 2 The following is an indication of the time each charter member spent with the club. atappointed Terrace Endas office before bearers. he was transferredIn 1961, Fred to Napier.Stuart was the Chairman of the International Service Committee, Wally Nicholls, Chairman of the Club Service Committee and in 1962, Gus Woods became Secretary and Frank Brittain Treasurer. Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Member Date of Resignation Bulletin1964 to 1967Editor saw and a Rotarybig change Information in the composition Officer, Lindsayof the club Spencer as 28did new just members that. He joinedmade briefbut only mention four membersof the speakers resigned. but Ray Amer December 1960 concentratedWith the regional on conveying regulations a goodfor membership deal of Rotary that Information pertained at to that the time, new membersthe membership under headings of 46 members such as: in 1966 would have represented a high percentage of the occupations in the area. This period saw the first non-charter members come Tom Baker July 1961 throughThe asdistribution presidents of theRotary club Districtswith Fred in StuartNZ in 1964, Frank Brittain in 1965, and Ray Osborne in 1966. From then Bob Burt November 1960 on, Thethe clubelection was managedof District byGovernors new members, and their except roles. in 1967-68 when Mac Mitchinson became the last of the Charter MembersThe tomeaning serve asof presidenta Provisional although Club tohe Terracehad refused End. nomination on several occasions previously. Frank Clift October 1962 So byExplanation 1 November, of avenues1968 at ofthe service. end of the first decade, the club had 46 members but unfortunately only 10 or 11 Charter Harry Craig December 1961 MembersWhat doesremained. membership We were of veryRotary fortunate give its inmembers? the quality of the membership in this first decade that established such a John Death November1969 firmDefining foundation duties. for the future members and activities of the club. Rotary in New Zealand. Merv Dymock July 1960 Why4.1 LimitedThen and Classifications? now Bert Hack July 1962 In ourWhat reading is a Rotary of the club?bulletins of previous years and in questioning members who were present during the first decade of the club’s existence we have found many differences in society compared with today. Firstly, we lived in a different society. Bill Howell Became an Honorary Member in 1985 and died in 1990 TheThe charitable ‘4 - Way organisations Test’ as a measuring in society, stick, which etc. existed in the formative years of the club, were appreciative of the help Ron Kear March 1992 given to them by the few service clubs that existed at that time and our club was a “giving” club. On one occasion, when Theits members bulletin visiteddated a19 place June andincluded saw that a committee some work plan needed for the to clubbe done, as follows: they organised a working bee and transformed a Leo King June 1960 muddy track into a paved walkway. Some members had access to gravel, others to cement, others to timber for boxing, andBoard everyone of Directors had tools to do the work. Hence they assembled, completed the job, were given morning tea of scones and John Levestam May 1962 fresh jam, and when they left, they called in to a local hotel and had a couple of drinks before going home. The job was Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Colin Loudon October 1959 completed, everyone was happy, and they had spent time with the friends they were beginning to know and like. The members themselves participated in completing all sorts of community projects and at Christmas time the club made Went to Milson when the Rotary Club of Terrace End sponsored the Milson Club President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Mac Mitchinson donations to a variety of organisations from the collections it had made during the year to the “Sunshine Fund”. in 1973-74 and later to Palmerston North Club. Directors Reg McHugh July 1960 The members were committed to the ideals of Rotary in a city where service clubs were few. Nowadays, service clubs includingClub Service Lions, Jaycees, Roundtable, Soroptimists,Vocational Zonta, Service etc. all provideCommunity a similar Service type of service.International These clubs Service aim to cater Mac McKenzie April 1959 for different age groups and different sexes. Some organisations have subsequently formed other clubs designed to cater Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Derek Olsen March 1969 for different interests and different age groups within the parent organisation. When Terrace End was formed it was the secondMembers in the city. Now there are five Rotary clubs with another having failed. It is possible to make up at 10 clubs in our Harold Parlane Went to Awapuni as its first president in 1966 neighbourhood in order to meet the attendance regulations of the organisation. During its lifetime Rotary has promoted Rotaract,Bulletin Interfel, InnerLindsay Wheel, Spencer Probus andRay SeniorNet, Amer to add to a Bobcompeting Burt range of socialHarry groups Craig created by the other organisations. With a range such as this, saturation must be taking place within the concept, as well as competition from Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 5 Most of us get what we deserve. Only the successful admit it. a number of time-consuming commitments and entertainments outside these organisations. 6 An optimist is a person who thinks that the ‘good old days’ are yet to come. 72 MakeEvery Rotarianone person is anhappy example each today youth. and in 40 years you have made 14,600 human beings happy for a little time at least.

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The average age of our club at its inception was in the mid- to late 30s and today the average age of club members is in the late 50s and early 60s. Hence attitudes and energy levels are different. The early members lived Rotary and involved their family members in special programmes. We have mentioned the energy and application of the founding members but we have not mentioned the role of women in the organisation. In those early days of our club, when the opportunities for work and expectancies of working after marriage were very limited, the club members devoted much energy to socialising. The club held picnics, at which up to 80 children were present, at Horse Shoe Bend, Duddings Lake, Pohangina, etc. Guy Fawkes revelries were an annual affair at Cement Products. Christmas parties were held for the children and later a precedent was set when one member asked if he could bring his little grandchildren. Dances were held on Ladies Nights, and the ladies held regular morning teas. They accompanied their Rotarians to church parades, cinema parties, and dinners. When projects were planned many of the women held regular stalls in Terrace End to raise funds for the projects. Perhaps an anguished wife waited for her husband to return from the prolonged fireside meetings, which often ran into the early hours of the morning. For many of the members, unrestrained by drink driving laws, the fireside was an occasion when an accompanying drink was not measured in glasses but in bottles.

But that was the tenor of society in those days, days in which driving restrictions were not so necessary because of the low density of traffic, days of slower speeds, when policing of the roads was not conducted as rigorously as it is today, days in which the roles of men and women differed so much from today. They were days in which there was little competition from alternative entertainment of television, restaurants and bars, theatre, easy access to lakes and beaches, extended access to shops, rapid access to holidays and football matches etc. For our Rotarians and Rotariannes the organisation provided a family and social atmosphere which the fewer numbers could embrace in the knowledge of friendship and support.

It is hard to realise in 1998 that in 1958 there was no TV in New Zealand nor the “pill”. These two developments have had profound effects on our lives. In 1957, restaurants and cafes were few and far between in Palmerston North. Massey was still an agricultural college within the University of New Zealand and most of the major businesses were owned locally. The pubs closed at 6pm with the so-called “six o’clock swill”. There were three strong men’s clubs in the City - the Manawatu, Commercial and Cosmopolitan Clubs and also strong men’s church clubs at St Andrew’s and All Saints. Other organisations could also be mentioned. These all provided differing forms of entertainment and fellowship. The introduction of TV and the “pill” had profound affects on entertainment, social and family life. The nationalisation of businesses also affects sponsorship and fundraising in the city today, so that rarely can one pop in and chat with the boss to support local appeals. Now, so often, requests for support have to be referred to Head Office in other metropolitan centres.

To join Terrace End Rotary8 in 1958 was an opportunity to be associated with an organisation with a different challenge. Besides entertainment and fellowship, it required a social commitment in its aims and motto “Service Before Self”. The club was not a rich club but made up mainly by men establishing themselves in their businesses, professions and careers and, for some, rebuilding their lives after serving in the forces during World War II.

They fulfilled their social obligations in working bees and by supporting other organisations in their activities by supplying cars, collectors, etc. Mac Mitchinson recounts that when he was visiting an old people’s home he noticed that the drive was very muddy. Members of the club supplied cement, shingle timber and labour and over one Saturday concreted the drive. They all “mucked in” and got great satisfaction and pleasure from this and other activities such as painting the IHC Home, Roslyn Scout Hall and Bernie Johnson’s house. These working bees were family affairs as Ivy Pilalis recounts that the wives and girl friends would turn up and provide morning teas etc. to the workers.

4.2 Fundraising In the early years fundraising was limited mainly to contributions to the Sunshine Box in the way of small change and together with proceeds of the sergeant’s session, provided a source of funds for distribution once a year. Contributions were made to selected organisations of £5-6 and records show that there were distributions of £45 in 1958-9, and £65 in 1959-60. These amounts may not appear great by today’s standards but when they are compared with the club meal charges of the day they were useful contributions to organisations such as the Boy Scouts and Ross Intermediate Library. It was not until 1960-61 that specific fundraising started in the club and in that year it contributed £233-1-0 to the Palmerston North Hospital Research Foundation and in 1961-62 gave £32 to the Maori Education Foundation. In 1965 the club donated a resuscitator to the Ashhurst Fire Brigade and a coffee\tea dispenser to the Palmerston North Hospital Blood Bank.

4.3 Events of the first decade As we have gathered information on the history of the club we have realised that the activities of the club were influenced by the membership of the club at that time. What was the make-up of the club in 1958-67?

8 Troubles are like babies. They grow with nursing.

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The average age of our club at its inception was in the mid- to late 30s and today the average age of club members is in the TheAt the club 20 Novemberbegan with meeting,25 young under members President with youngJohn Hubbard, families and it was few resolved wives were to recommend working full-time. to the club They members were young that the men late 50s and early 60s. Hence attitudes and energy levels are different. The early members lived Rotary and involved their establishingPalmerston Norththemselves club insponsor their businessesa new club and in thisprofessions. area. This Some matter also playedwas discussed hard and at the according club assembly to accounts on 17 the March, proverbial 1958 family members in special programmes. We have mentioned the energy and application of the founding members but we bottleagain chairedof whisky by wasPresident often Johnemptied Hubbard. during firesidesThe club heldapproved at members’ unanimously homes. the So formation we find a ofclub a new of youngclub withthrusting the revised males have not mentioned the role of women in the organisation. In those early days of our club, when the opportunities for eagerboundary to establish line being themselves, 100 yards their West wives, of Albert and St,their running families, from within the Manawatua social group River for to their Richardson’s own personal Line. enjoyment. In work and expectancies of working after marriage were very limited, the club members devoted much energy to socialising. the process of doing so they were also being indoctrinated into the Objects, Spirit, and History of Rotary by their founding The club held picnics, at which up to 80 children were present, at Horse Shoe Bend, Duddings Lake, Pohangina, etc. clubSo the - Palmerston new Provisional North. Rotary With Clubthe sound of Terrace guidance End of was Palmerston formed, Northinterestingly Club, thewith assistance John Hubbard, of Lindsay father Spencer of a andpresent the Guy Fawkes revelries were an annual affair at Cement Products. Christmas parties were held for the children and later a keennessmember Grahamof the club Hubbard members,, as President the club ofquickly the Palmerston established North itself Rotaryin the localClub. community, The new club through had 22its initial various members projects and at precedent was set when one member asked if he could bring his little grandchildren. Dances were held on Ladies Nights, local,the first district, meeting and nationalwas to be levels.held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva and the ladies held regular morning teas. They accompanied their Rotarians to church parades, cinema parties, and to be the first president of the new club. dinners. When projects were planned many of the women held regular stalls in Terrace End to raise funds for the projects. The social activities of the club reflect in part the composition of the club at that time. There were BBQs at Crystalls at Perhaps an anguished wife waited for her husband to return from the prolonged fireside meetings, which often ran into StoneyAt a meeting Creek inon 1964 29 May, & 66, 1958, church a number parades of at recommendationsseveral churches, often were determinedmade for the by conductthe church of denominationthe new club. Combinedof the club the early hours of the morning. For many of the members, unrestrained by drink driving laws, the fireside was an occasion padre,meetings through of the 1960-67,Palmerston Guy North Fawkes and evenings Terrace Endat Mac committees Mitchinson’s were Cement to be held Products and one grounds, director and and Ladies three Nights.members On of when an accompanying drink was not measured in glasses but in bottles. the Palmerston20 August, 1960North a Clubclub danceshould was be helddetailed in the to attendPDC ballroom the Terrace when End 120 weekly attended. meetings. Popular Lindsay yearly Spencer events, werea Palmerston the club picnicsNorth Rotarian, at venues was such placed as Horseshoe on loan toBend the andnew Duddingsclub to act Lake as its that secretary included and racesto help for the members club to and become children. established. Christmas But that was the tenor of society in those days, days in which driving restrictions were not so necessary because of the low parties each year from 1958-67 were especially organised for big attendances of children, often more than 80. At later ones, density of traffic, days of slower speeds, when policing of the roads was not conducted as rigorously as it is today, days in children3.3 gaveThe wayProvisional to the novelty Club of bringing one’s grandchildren. which the roles of men and women differed so much from today. They were days in which there was little competition In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club from alternative entertainment of television, restaurants and bars, theatre, easy access to lakes and beaches, extended access 9 activities made a feature of interclub visits with clubs in Dannevirke, Foxton, Feilding, Pahiatua, Levin, and Palmerston Clubof Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, to shops, rapid access to holidays and football matches etc. For our Rotarians and Rotariannes the organisation provided a North, both at home and away. The status of speakers on these occasions was high. The club visited Dannevirke to hear was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, family and social atmosphere which the fewer numbers could embrace in the knowledge of friendship and support. Sir Leslie Munro, New Zealand’s first representative at the United Nations, and to Pahiatua to hear Sir Keith Holyoake, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty the Member of Parliament for that area and subsequently Prime Minister. Visits to members’ businesses and other places Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary It is hard to realise in 1998 that in 1958 there was no TV in New Zealand nor the “pill”. These two developments have had of interest, such as The Motua floodgates, were regular activities. The club was also involved in working bees for various Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club profound effects on our lives. In 1957, restaurants and cafes were few and far between in Palmerston North. Massey was organisations. It organised club urban/rural meetings in Bunnythorpe, Whakarongo and Ashhurst to cement relationships at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 still an agricultural college within the University of New Zealand and most of the major businesses were owned locally. The with the different communities and to create a forum for an interchange of ideas. On an international level, a big project pubs closed at 6pm with the so-called “six o’clock swill”. There were three strong men’s clubs in the City - the Manawatu, was the support of students from Malacca in Malaysia from 1964-67. Others included entertaining visiting GSE teams, Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Commercial and Cosmopolitan Clubs and also strong men’s church clubs at St Andrew’s and All Saints. Other organisations and pairing the club for a year with one club in England and another in Denmark. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but could also be mentioned. These all provided differing forms of entertainment and fellowship. The introduction of TV concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: and the “pill” had profound affects on entertainment, social and family life. The nationalisation of businesses also affects Community-wise the club supported a number of organisations by supplying cars for transport, assisting with community sponsorship and fundraising in the city today, so that rarely can one pop in and chat with the boss to support local appeals. collections, and making donations of subscriptions to a range of charities. It donated prizes to Freyberg High School, and The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Now, so often, requests for support have to be referred to Head Office in other metropolitan centres. in the early part of the decade gave strong support to the scouting movement. Other major projects included assistance with the Theformation election in 1962of District of the GovernorsMaori Education and their Foundation roles. of which it was made a Life Member, with the establishment To join Terrace End Rotary8 in 1958 was an opportunity to be associated with an organisation with a different challenge. of theThe Palmerston meaning Northof a Provisional Medical ResearchClub to TerraceFoundation End. for which it raised £233-1-0 and the contribution of £900 to the Besides entertainment and fellowship, it required a social commitment in its aims and motto “Service Before Self”. The HallsExplanation of Residence of avenuesat Massey of University.service. club was not a rich club but made up mainly by men establishing themselves in their businesses, professions and careers What does membership of Rotary give its members? and, for some, rebuilding their lives after serving in the forces during World War II. This is a brief outline of various club activities and projects during the first decade that shows the development of a strong clubDefining with an active duties. social life and a strong commitment to the community. They fulfilled their social obligations in working bees and by supporting other organisations in their activities by supplying Rotary in New Zealand. cars, collectors, etc. Mac Mitchinson recounts that when he was visiting an old people’s home he noticed that the drive So theWhy club Limited was not Classifications? just a group of men meeting once a week, having a few drinks, passing pleasantries and listening to was very muddy. Members of the club supplied cement, shingle timber and labour and over one Saturday concreted the a speaker. Rotary was a way of life, but it was not confined only to the male members. Co-operation with partners was What is a Rotary club? drive. They all “mucked in” and got great satisfaction and pleasure from this and other activities such as painting the IHC taken for granted. Ivy Pilalis recounts that the wives met regularly for morning teas as a social activity in addition to their Home, Roslyn Scout Hall and Bernie Johnson’s house. These working bees were family affairs as Ivy Pilalis recounts that fundThe raising ‘4 - activities.Way Test’ Soas athe measuring ladies were stick, also etc. very much part of the club and contributed greatly to the friendliness of the the wives and girl friends would turn up and provide morning teas etc. to the workers. club.10 The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: 4.2 Fundraising 5. THE MAORI EDUCATION FOUNDATION 1961-62 In the early years fundraising was limited mainly to contributions to the Sunshine Box in the way of small change and ThisBoard club of Directorshad been credited with having initiated the Maori Education Foundation but recent research has indicated that together with proceeds of the sergeant’s session, provided a source of funds for distribution once a year. Contributions thisJack was Sylva not true. Although the club was Georgea supporter Stuart of the foundationBill Somervilleand helped canvass theLindsay district Spencer on its behalf in the were made to selected organisations of £5-6 and records show that there were distributions of £45 in 1958-9, and £65 in early years of its formation it was only a supporter and not an originator. 1959-60. These amounts may not appear great by today’s standards but when they are compared with the club meal charges President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary of the day they were useful contributions to organisations such as the Boy Scouts and Ross Intermediate Library. It was not In his book “Rotary in New Zealand”, Fred Hall-Jones, of Invercargill, on pp191-192 said that “the foundation was until 1960-61 that specific fundraising started in the club and in that year it contributed £233-1-0 to the Palmerston North initiatedDirectors by the Rotary Club of Terrace End11 and that later it was taken up by the Government of the day”. This inclusion Hospital Research Foundation and in 1961-62 gave £32 to the Maori Education Foundation. In 1965 the club donated a inClub his bookService was probably prompted by membersVocational of Servicethe club who Communitywere sincere Servicesupporters ofInternational the foundation, Service but whose resuscitator to the Ashhurst Fire Brigade and a coffee\tea dispenser to the Palmerston North Hospital Blood Bank. enthusiasm for the project, together with their knowledge that the club held a Life Membership Certificate, distorted the facts.Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart 4.3 Events of the first decade Members As we have gathered information on the history of the club we have realised that the activities of the club were influenced In April 1961, Mr JK Hunn produced a document on education, known as “The Hunn Report”, in which he commented by the membership of the club at that time. What was the make-up of the club in 1958-67? Bulletin9 The steam thatLindsay blows Spencerthe whistle willRay never Amer turn the wheel. Bob Burt Harry Craig 10 Move with the times and age will not bother you. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 8 Troubles are like babies. They grow with nursing. 11 The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing in the right place but to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the 2 Every temptingRotarian ismoment. an example to youth.

Page 18 Page 131911 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 on the status of Maori students in our education system. In researching the Maori Education Foundation, Kathleen Cameron-Chemis recorded in her monograph that the Government of the day acted rather promptly on the release of that report and announced on 12 April, 1961 its intention to establish a Maori Education Foundation. On 22 May, 1961, Cabinet approved in principle of establishing the foundation and on 9 November 1961 passed the Maori Education Foundation Act creating it. The inaugural meeting of the Board of Trustees was conducted on 19 December 1961, and on 26 March 1962 a fund raising campaign was officially launched.

Nowhere in our records is there mention of the club participating in the formation of the Maori Education Foundation until in the bulletin of 10 January, 1962, when it was announced that Mr E.G. Schwimmer would speak to the club on 7 Feb, 1962 on Maori education. It is true that the club holds a Life Membership Certificate of the Maori Education Foundation but so did almost 3000 other organisations and individuals who contributed £20 or more, at that time, to add to the £125,000 that the Government initially gave to the foundation. That our Life Membership Certificate is dated 22 June, 1962 indicates that the club was an early contributor to the cause. A note in the bulletin of 6 April highlights that President Frank Clift would speak about a Rotary Maori Scholarship Bursary and that members would be asked to contribute about 16/- each to a collection for the scheme. This contribution together with contributions from other Rotarians of the district would raise £1500 that the government would match pound for pound. In addition to this, club members were asked to participate in a house-to-house collection for the scholarship on 14 April. Together these illustrate the sympathetic nature of the club’s concern for an organisation that was attempting to improve the educational standards and attainments of the Maori students.

This sympathetic nature of support was highlighted in an article in a quarterly periodical “Comment” of July, No 12, 1962. In this article Mr Schwimmer offered a criticism of the foundation which he said, “was sincere in its formation but hastily implemented and without a proper understanding of subsequent weaknesses”. Hence, at that time, our club, by its actions typified the sincerity of the initiators. It was a keen supporter, but cannot have claimed to have been the originator of the foundation.

6. ODDS AND ENDS OF THE FIRST DECADE Bulletin The entry in the second bulletin read: “Would the following Rotarians undertake the following ref 12.6. 58 duties on Monday” - Lindsay Spencer. Bulletin The third bulletin and subsequent ones were not as genteel: “On Duty on Monday” ref 19. 6. 58 An extract from one of Lindsay Spencer’s early bulletins: “The Club Service Committee would be glad if the Rotarian detailed weekly for Reception Duty, would stand at the door and give a welcome to each person entering the room. A shake by the hand is much appreciated. He Reception should attend particularly to the visitors and ensure that they are not left standing around on ref 10. 7. 58 their own. Ensure that visitors are taken in hand by some of our club members and are given a real Rotary welcome. A club is very often judged on the manner in which it receives visitors.”

First Project Health Stamp Campaign 23 August, 13 September, 4 October ref 31. 7. 58 Did you Know? The minimum number of charter members required to organise a Rotary Club is 20. ref 31. 7. 58 Meeting Day. The meetings were changed from a Monday evening to Wednesday evening. Ref 26. 11. 58 Classification John Death’s classification was Aerial Top-dressing. The club was advised that his pilots had ref 26, 11. 58 resigned rather than face ‘death’ every night and morning. Top Table The directors decided that a roster would be made so that a different member would sit at the ref 1. 10. 59 Top Table each week Remuneration This year there is no donation paid to the President, the Secretary or the Treasurer. ref 12. 12. 60 New Member A few facts about the new member, Bill Crystall. His tax code is M4 (all girls) Ref 13. 7. 61 Billeters Billeters are required for the Universities’ Winter Tournament. ref 20. 7. 61 President’s Corner I know you are all busy. We are all busy. But Rotary goes on as if all are active in the club. ref 14. 9. 61 Marriage Congratulations to Derek on his marriage last week. We welcome you to married ranks and ref 23. 11. 61 look forward to your Betty’s hospitality at club fireside meetings.

Page 1220 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End on the status of Maori students in our education system. In researching the Maori Education Foundation, Kathleen AtClub the visit20 November meeting,“To underRotary-annes. President ShouldJohn Hubbard, the man it of was the resolved house returnto recommend late home to fromthe club Rotary members on February that the Cameron-Chemis recorded in her monograph that the Government of the day acted rather promptly on the release of Palmerstonref 15. 2. 62 North club sponsor28th, a newkindly club grantin this him area. indulgence This matter as the was club discussed is visiting at the the club new assembly telephone on exchange. 17 March, 1958 that report and announced on 12 April, 1961 its intention to establish a Maori Education Foundation. On 22 May, againVenue chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Don’t forget our new venue. Master Builders’ Rooms. 1961, Cabinet approved in principle of establishing the foundation and on 9 November 1961 passed the Maori Education boundaryref 30. 6. line62 being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Foundation Act creating it. The inaugural meeting of the Board of Trustees was conducted on 19 December 1961, and on Each week Fred Stuart wrote his bulletin as if he were writing a letter to a friend. In it he recorded 26 March 1962 a fund raising campaign was officially launched. SoNew the Editor new Provisional Rotarythe minutes Club ofof Terracethe last meeting,End was heformed, advised interestingly members of with future John programmes Hubbard, and father informed of a present them memberref 6. 7. Graham62 Hubbardof, asRotary President news. of Hethe concluded Palmerston his North first Rotarybulletin Club. with, The“Derek new Olsenclub hashad consented 22 initial tomembers give a vote and Nowhere in our records is there mention of the club participating in the formation of the Maori Education Foundation the first meeting was to beof held thanks on for22 whichMay, 1958. I thank The him provisional very much”. induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva until in the bulletin of 10 January, 1962, when it was announced that Mr E.G. Schwimmer would speak to the club on to be the first president of the new club. Relief Editor Mike Hansen, while substituting for Fred who was on holiday, wrote: “For anyone wishing to 7 Feb, 1962 on Maori education. It is true that the club holds a Life Membership Certificate of the Maori Education ref 13. 7. 62 get acquainted with Rotary, writing the weekly letter provides a first class opportunity.” Foundation but so did almost 3000 other organisations and individuals who contributed £20 or more, at that time, to At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Preacher Monty Fred Stuart told of Monty Blight the club padre. Before entering the pulpit Monty made a silent add to the £125,000 that the Government initially gave to the foundation. That our Life Membership Certificate is dated meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of ref 19. 9. 62 prayer. “Lord fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and nudge me when I’ve said enough.” 22 June, 1962 indicates that the club was an early contributor to the cause. A note in the bulletin of 6 April highlights the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston that President Frank Clift would speak about a Rotary Maori Scholarship Bursary and that members would be asked to North Rotarian, was placedFreyberg on loan High to the held new a clubQueen to actCarnival as its secretary to raise fundsand to for help the the swimming club to become pool and established. gymnasium. contribute about 16/- each to a collection for the scheme. This contribution together with contributions from other Freyberg High As the Principal of the school was a member of our club, the club took a keen interest in it ref 25. 1. 63 and supported the project well. When referring to the Queen Carnival the editor said it was Rotarians of the district would raise £1500 that the government would match pound for pound. In addition to this, club 3.3 The Provisional Club members were asked to participate in a house-to-house collection for the scholarship on 14 April. Together these illustrate supported by all who had contestants in the event. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club the sympathetic nature of the club’s concern for an organisation that was attempting to improve the educational standards Guests At an extra special evening there were 15 guests from Massey University. Their homes were in of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, and attainments of the Maori students. ref 21. 3. 63 Malaya, Thailand, Samoa, Fiji, Cook Islands and Ceylon. wasPrize one Giving of the foundationPrizegiving members ofat theFreyberg club. HighHe also School announced is on 11ththat theDecember. caterers wouldIt is suggested be Mr & for Mrs this Christensen, night our known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty This sympathetic nature of support was highlighted in an article in a quarterly periodical “Comment” of July, No 12, 1962. ref 21.5. 63 meeting should be postponed or altered Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary In this article Mr Schwimmer offered a criticism of the foundation which he said, “was sincere in its formation but hastily Emblem The Rotary emblem was originally a representation of a wagon wheel. The 1912 Convention Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club implemented and without a proper understanding of subsequent weaknesses”. Hence, at that time, our club, by its actions ref 11. 10. 63 adopted an emblem representing a geared cogwheel. at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 typified the sincerity of the initiators. It was a keen supporter, but cannot have claimed to have been the originator of the “At last RI has seen the wisdom of the planning of the two Palmerston North Clubs. Word foundation. has been received that the following will be the boundaries of the Terrace End Club. The Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, area bounded by a geographical line drawn north and south through the centre of the line Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Boundaries of Princess St from the Manawatu River to the Kairanga-Bunnythorpe Road; thence along 6. ODDS AND ENDS OF THE FIRST DECADE concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: ref 24. 7. 64 the Kairanga-Bunnythorpe Road, Eastwards to Bunnythorpe, thence a geographical line Bulletin The entry in the second bulletin read: “Would the following Rotarians undertake the following drawn from Bunnythorpe along Stoney Creek to the Manawatu River, thence west along the ref 12.6. 58 duties on Monday” - Lindsay Spencer. The distribution of RotaryManawatu Districts River in toNZ the aforementioned line drawn north and south through the centre line of Bulletin The election of DistrictPrincess Governors Street.” and their roles. The third bulletin and subsequent ones were not as genteel: “On Duty on Monday” ref 19. 6. 58 VenueThe meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. DO NOT FORGET. WE MEET AS FROM WEDNESDAY NEXT AT THE CHALET. An extract from one of Lindsay Spencer’s early bulletins: “The Club Service Committee would ref Explanation19. 3. 65 of avenues of service. be glad if the Rotarian detailed weekly for Reception Duty, would stand at the door and give QuotedWhat does membershipIf ofsomeone Rotary weregive itsto bemembers? paid one shilling for every kind word that you had spoken about people a welcome to each person entering the room. A shake by the hand is much appreciated. He ref 9. 7. 65 and collect sixpence for every unkind word, would you be rich or poor? Reception Defining duties. should attend particularly to the visitors and ensure that they are not left standing around on A letter was received from Hitchin, a matched club in England. The members hoped to meet ref 10. 7. 58 Matched Clubs their own. Ensure that visitors are taken in hand by some of our club members and are given a Rotary in New Zealand.Mike Hansen who was going to England to study. On 21.1.66 a list of members of Hitchin ref 3. 12. 65 real Rotary welcome. A club is very often judged on the manner in which it receives visitors.” Why Limited Classifications?and the suggested pairings with our members was received NewWhat Member is a Rotary club? First Project Proposed for membership - William Michael, coin dealer. Health Stamp Campaign 23 August, 13 September, 4 October ref The17. 6. ‘4 66 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. ref 31. 7. 58 Film Premier The premiere showing of “Born Free” - 11August. Sponsored by Palmerston North Rotary Did you Know? ref 22. 7. 66 Club and proceeds to go to the Massey Halls of Residence. The minimum number of charter members required to organise a Rotary Club is 20. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: ref 31. 7. 58 Weir on River Meeting Day. A film depicting the use of a “fabric-dam” type of dam or weir. ( Sounds familiar in 1998). The meetings were changed from a Monday evening to Wednesday evening. ref 5. 8. 66 Ref 26. 11. 58 SportsposiumBoard of Directors A panel discussion on sport to be held in Pahiatua. Winston McCarthy, Chairman, Murray Classification John Death’s classification was Aerial Top-dressing. The club was advised that his pilots had ref 4. 11. 66 Halberg, Brian Lochore, Keith Hancox, Murray Chapple. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer ref 26, 11. 58 resigned rather than face ‘death’ every night and morning. The halls of residence. 58 beds promised - looks as if the remaining 38 will be accounted for. Massey Top Table The directors decided that a roster would be made so that a different member would sit at the President 27.6.67, TerraceTreasurer End Cheque for £900. Vice-President Secretary ref 18. 11. 66 ref 1. 10. 59 Top Table each week 20.10.67, Cheque for $28,000 passed on to the Chancellor by combined clubs. Remuneration Directors This year there is no donation paid to the President, the Secretary or the Treasurer. Japanese Girl Matters are well in hand for sponsoring a Japanese girl student in Palmerston North. Labour ref 12. 12. 60 refClub 9. Service12. 66 Department hasVocational agreed. 20.1.67 Service ChristmasCommunity card has arrived. Service All formalitiesInternational approved. Service New Member A few facts about the new member, Bill Crystall. His tax code is M4 (all girls) Dance A dance has been scheduled for the Family Hotel on 29th September. $5 a double, which Ref 13. 7. 61 refBill 28. Somerville 7. 67 includes supperNeil but Turnbullnot liquor. MinimumMerv number Dymock required is 60. George Stuart Billeters Songbook Billeters are required for the Universities’ Winter Tournament. Members A levy of 20 cents was imposed on each member. ref 20. 7. 61 ref 4. 8. 67 President’s Corner I know you are all busy. We are all busy. But Rotary goes on as if all are active in the club. SpeakerBulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Mike Hansen after returning from England. Topic: “A Broad Thought From Home.” ref 14. 9. 61 ref 15. 1. 68 Marriage Congratulations to Derek on his marriage last week. We welcome you to married ranks and Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell ref 23. 11. 61 look forward to your Betty’s hospitality at club fireside meetings. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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Vern Toms, who became a member in April 1962, remembers many incidents that occurred during the early days. He said that the fireside meetings remained clear in his memory. “When we had fireside meetings at Jack Sylva’s all the club would attend and after a quick meeting all our wives would join us for a great party night.”

“One meeting night we visited the Maori College at Feilding and Wally Nichols got upset about Recollections something and walked home arriving back in Palmerston North about 6am.” Vern Toms “One of my great Rotary experiences was when Edna and I attended the World Conference in Sydney and I was one of the Sergeants-at-Arms. One day it was my duty to greet everybody as they came into the wine pavilion and I met some wonderful people from all over the world. They were mostly fairly quiet going in but it was a different story coming out after they had been tasting from the dozens of bottles of wine which were on offer.”

7. THE SECOND DECADE 1968-78 We have covered the formation and the first 10 years of the Rotary Club of Terrace End12 from 1958 to 1968. The club entered its second decade, a vibrant and active club, with a membership of 46 members. This chapter will trace the development and activities in the second decade.

The club continued to meet at the Chalet on Wednesday nights throughout the decade and this permanency of site and time has given the club an identity within the city and nationally. The social hour before the formal meeting continued to be a vital part of the evening as members, visitors and speakers mixed and talked with one another resulting in the club being known for its friendliness. We have come to accept that the pre-meeting social hour is a normal part of our weekly meeting but it really was not always the case. However, in August 1970 this activity was formalised. Ron Ingram reported in the bulletin that the club had decided that “Fellowship”, that is, the time socialising before the meal, would go on trial for eight weeks commencing on the 19 August. After the first night’s trial the car park was filled so quickly for each meeting that it was difficult for the later arrivals to get a park. Consequently, the bulletin editor was asked to roster members, to be responsible for meeting the early arrivals and promoting “Fellowship”.

Throughout this period it is understandable that door charges had to increase with the rising inflation. Meal prices had to rise, and other attractions were included at this stage. In November 1968, the raffle was introduced to the club’s proceedings and for this the prize was “a fowl, a chook, a chicken, a rooster, or a hen” - all presumably dead, with the tickets being sold at the door or by a member who rotated around the diners. In 1971 the door charge rose from $1 to $1.10 and by July 1975 it was $1.50 and then $1.70. For the remaining three years increases occurred quite regularly so that in August 1975 the cost was increased to $2, in January 1977 to $2.50 and in July 1978 to $2.70. It was suggested that the door charge should be $3 including the cost of the raffle, but that proposal was lost. Other changes due to the inflationary pressures during the period included the club membership subscriptions that were increased to $18 in 1973 and to $37 in 1978. In 1978 they were declared to be a charitable donation and were described as tax deductible. The “shrapnel tin”, an old golden syrup tin with a slot gouged out in the lid, was also an important source of income. Two months before the Change Over in 1969 the board announced that it had collected $80 from the shrapnel tin so far that Rotary year and that it was budgeting for an income of $100. During the fourth decade this practice was discontinued until in Jim Kerr’s year, 1998-99, it was re-introduced. Colin Barkwith donated a custom-made tin made from an aeroplane’s Pratt and Whitney radial-engine piston. This really is a thing of beauty! As the club’s contributions to Rotary International were maintained during the years, the club was formally designated a 300% club in 1973, a 400% club in 1974 and a 500% club in 1975. Another innovation was a change to a buffet-type meal in August 1975. This was to be trialled for a month but proved to be so successful with the members, that after the first week they complimented the caterers on the quality and variety of the meal and adopted it immediately.

The strength of any organisation is maintained by the attendance of its members and their active participation in the club’s activities. By these criteria the club was successful. Whilst special mention was made at times about the attendance of members and in particular their neglect in notifying forward absences (a perennial problem) attendances were generally good with averages in the 80-90% and, occasionally, mention was made of the club topping the monthly attendance average for the district. However we must mention that there were occasions of some disquiet.

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At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Vern Toms, who became a member in April 1962, remembers many incidents that occurred Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 during the early days. He said that the fireside meetings remained clear in his memory. “When again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised we had fireside meetings at Jack Sylva’s all the club would attend and after a quick meeting all Clubboundary members line atbeing the 25th100 yardscelebrations West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. our wives would join us for a great party night.” From left: FrankSo the Brittain,new Provisional Ted Valentine, Rotary ClubSteve ofPilalis, Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present “One meeting night we visited the Maori College at Feilding and Wally Nichols got upset about Berniemember Child, Graham Fred HubbardStuart, Mike, as PresidentHansen, Harold of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Recollections something and walked home arriving back in Palmerston North about 6am.” Parlane,the first Brucemeeting Markwell, was to be heldMac onMitchinson, 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva Vern Toms Lloydto be theLove. first president of the new club. “One of my great Rotary experiences was when Edna and I attended the World Conference in Front Row: Sydney and I was one of the Sergeants-at-Arms. One day it was my duty to greet everybody MalcolmAt a meeting Busch, on Brian 29 May, Tong, 1958, Peter aCroad number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined as they came into the wine pavilion and I met some wonderful people from all over the world. meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of They were mostly fairly quiet going in but it was a different story coming out after they had the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston been tasting from the dozens of bottles of wine which were on offer.” North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 7. THE SECOND DECADE 1968-78 of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, We have covered the formation and the first 10 years of the Rotary Club of Terrace End12 from 1958 to 1968. The known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty club entered its second decade, a vibrant and active club, with a membership of 46 members. This chapter will trace the Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary development and activities in the second decade. Paul Harris Fellows: Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Lloyd Love, Fred Stuart, Mike Hansen at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 The club continued to meet at the Chalet on Wednesday nights throughout the decade and this permanency of site and time has given the club an identity within the city and nationally. The social hour before the formal meeting continued Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, to be a vital part of the evening as members, visitors and speakers mixed and talked with one another resulting in the club Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but being known for its friendliness. We have come to accept that the pre-meeting social hour is a normal part of our weekly concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: meeting but it really was not always the case. However, in August 1970 this activity was formalised. Ron Ingram reported in the bulletin that the club had decided that “Fellowship”, that is, the time socialising before the meal, would go on trial The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ for eight weeks commencing on the 19 August. After the first night’s trial the car park was filled so quickly for each meeting that it was difficult for the later arrivals to get a park. Consequently, the bulletin editor was asked to roster members, to be The election of District Governors and their roles. responsible for meeting the early arrivals and promoting “Fellowship”. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. Throughout this period it is understandable that door charges had to increase with the rising inflation. Meal prices What does membership of Rotary give its members? had to rise, and other attractions were included at this stage. In November 1968, the raffle was introduced to the club’s proceedings and for this the prize was “a fowl, a chook, a chicken, a rooster, or a hen” - all presumably dead, with the tickets Defining duties. being sold at the door or by a member who rotated around the diners. In 1971 the door charge rose from $1 to $1.10 Rotary in New Zealand. and by July 1975 it was $1.50 and then $1.70. For the remaining three years increases occurred quite regularly so that in Why Limited Classifications? August 1975 the cost was increased to $2, in January 1977 to $2.50 and in July 1978 to $2.70. It was suggested that the Distinguished Rotarian member visiting What is a Rotary club? door charge should be $3 including the cost of the raffle, but that proposal was lost. Other changes due to the inflationary Terrace End, future President of Rotary pressures during the period included the club membership subscriptions that were increased to $18 in 1973 and to $37 in InternationalThe ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. 1978. In 1978 they were declared to be a charitable donation and were described as tax deductible. The “shrapnel tin”, an old golden syrup tin with a slot gouged out in the lid, was also an important source of income. Two months before the The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Change Over in 1969 the board announced that it had collected $80 from the shrapnel tin so far that Rotary year and that it was budgeting for an income of $100. During the fourth decade this practice was discontinued until in Jim Kerr’s year, Board of Directors 1998-99, it was re-introduced. Colin Barkwith donated a custom-made tin made from an aeroplane’s Pratt and Whitney radial-engine piston. This really is a thing of beauty! As the club’s contributions to Rotary International were maintained Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer during the years, the club was formally designated a 300% club in 1973, a 400% club in 1974 and a 500% club in 1975. In August 1976 there were 58 apologies with no records of make-ups and in the first two weeks in September there were President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Another innovation was a change to a buffet-type meal in August 1975. This was to be trialled for a month but proved to 40 apologies. There appeared to be no apparent reason for these blemishes. Later, a similar situation prevailed when the be so successful with the members, that after the first week they complimented the caterers on the quality and variety of TerraceDirectors End businesses were required to stay open on Wednesday nights and of course this excuse was given for the low the meal and adopted it immediately. attendances. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service The strength of any organisation is maintained by the attendance of its members and their active participation in the club’s Whilst there might have been a certain formality about each meeting with a song, sergeant’s session, notices and a talk, Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart activities. By these criteria the club was successful. Whilst special mention was made at times about the attendance of there was variation within each activity to make the evenings alive. Each incoming president had his own ideas of running members and in particular their neglect in notifying forward absences (a perennial problem) attendances were generally theMembers meetings as well as the seating at the top table. Many presidents were governed by the prevailing attitudes of society good with averages in the 80-90% and, occasionally, mention was made of the club topping the monthly attendance and this was reflected in the dress of the members and their wives. During summer time the dress at meetings became average for the district. However we must mention that there were occasions of some disquiet. moreBulletin casual as peopleLindsay appeared Spencer without Rayjackets, Amer without ties and Bobeven Burtwearing shorts. However,Harry Craigas winter approached the “summer attire” appeared inappropriate and Reg Bridewell reflected the mood of the Board of Directors when in his Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell bulletin of 14 April, 1978 he asked the members “to come back to reality”. From 28 April members were asked to wear 12 Gossip is what no one claims to like but everyone enjoys. jackets and2 Every ties Rotarianand as Reg is an said, example “After to all,youth. even Brown’s cows don’t wander the whole year through”. This was not the only reference to dress because in August 1975 Peter Croad was asked to suggest that ladies should wear long frocks during the

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DG’s visit. However, during Bruce Sinclair’s term the organising committee for the DG’s Changeover was happy that the ladies’ dress be informal but men were obliged to wear lounge suits.

The songs drew comments at times. In June 1972 members were requested to consider the possibility of not singing the National Anthem at the end of the evening but as we regarded ourselves as a “singing club” there was a resounding “No” to that request. But a change did come about for instead of singing the English National Anthem the club moved to singing “God Defend New Zealand”. The Rotary organisation advised our president that there was a new publication called a “New Songbook for Rotary” for our possible purchase and the editor of our bulletin seemed to support the idea. In his comments he pointed out that the songs in the book were appropriate for clubs in the Manawatu, because it included songs such as “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”, and “It’s a Small World After All”. After a banjo accompaniment on 13 October, 1973 the player was referred to as “Banjo Patterson” and in June 1974 Bob Burns chose a song unknown to the club. In his attempt to lead the chorus it soon appeared that Bob was the only one who knew the song and editorial remarks complimented him on his “rendering a solo”. There is nothing like a good laugh to set the evening going.13

The sergeant’s sessions also contributed to the evening’s entertainment with members looking forward to the gossip about members and their misdemeanours. At that time the sergeants were appointed for the year and it took a special person to maintain the standard of entertainment for such a long period. The sessions were also fundraising activities for the club, with some being designated for special appeals. The amounts raised ranged from $8.32 upwards with a special Ethopian appeal raising $47 and a memorable appeal for the StarShip Hospital on 10 June, 1977 was $132.60. Most of our sergeants were real characters and Jim Moore often had his listeners in fits of laughter. At one time, as we moved into the realms of modern technology, it was suggested that he should have his session tape-recorded. Everything was set up but whether or not it was the prospect of having his session handed down to posterity is unknown but on that night Jim gave such a subdued performance that the idea was dismissed. In 1978, after raising $31 in his session, Jack Thorburn commented that compared with other clubs our fining sessions were not very high and suggested that the directors should plan that the monies raised during the sergeant’s sessions should be part of the anticipated budget for the year. This ultimately became a concept that the Boards of Directors accepted.

Throughout the period the records show a steady rate of induction of new members which was counterbalanced by many resignations with members often moving on promotion to other cities, particularly Auckland and Wellington. Palmerston North was seen by many as a stepping stone to higher positions elsewhere. Tony Fayerman’s induction was notable as he was the first member of the Rotaract Club of Terrace End (our junior club) to join our club. In contrast, on 24 October, 1975, Colin Pickett was the first member in the club to change his occupational category to that of Senior Active, indicating 15 years membership in Rotary. Mike Hansen joined him on 21 November, 1975. Their advance to the category of Senior Active was important as it showed that there was a core of longstanding members contributing stability and experience in Rotary matters to the club. At a Ladies Night in 1977 when Tom Johnson spoke about “The Big Tex Restaurants” Ralph Robotham was inducted. Although he can lay no claims to being a “Big Texan”, Ralph can claim to having been the first of our members to have been inducted on a Ladies’ Night.

Besides the regular meetings, the club diversified its actives in many ways such as with a snooker evening at the Manawatu Club in September 1973 and a squash tournament at the Palmerston North Squash courts on 5 September, 1975. Other members took part in golf tournaments organised by other clubs in the district. These several activities often reflected the interests of members at the time. Interclub visits that were organised once or twice yearly, included visits to nearby clubs such as Foxton, Wanganui and others more distant. Mention is made of the Foxton club visiting us on 26 September,1975 to debate the Four Way Test, for debating was a popular activity at the time. Barbecues were held yearly at various members’ homes with Mike Powell, Mike Cross and John Cromie behind the barbecue cooker, Mike Cross playing the guitar and Fred Stuart leading us in song. One BBQ was advertised in the bulletin but its destination was withheld from the members until the neighbours in the street could be notified of its promotion so that they could vacate the street for the night! A later bulletin revealed that the venue was at John and Kath Cromie’s. Club outings and visits were well patronised. A club outing of much interest was to the Waipipi Iron Sands works in September 1973. This was most instructive in showing how this sand country was improved in spite of deep dredging. Other notable visits were to the Ralta factory in 1973, to Avalon and a Foxton Bavarian beerfest in 1976 and down to Parliament in 1977. A major club project in 1974 was a trip organised by Selwyn Sawyer to visit Fiji that enabled members to visit Peter Inder (a club member) who was working in Suva at that time.

Ladies’ Nights were well attended, whether as specially organised evenings in conjunction with regular meetings, or as Change Over nights or Christmas parties. These evenings were valuable social meetings as they enabled members and their partners to meet and mix. To increase the introduction of the members to each other a Key of Friendship was given to the club by Judith and Trevor Meachen, in April 1976. The aim of this key was that the holder would invite a Rotarian couple to his home for a meal and the guest would be handed the key. The only rules were that the next meeting should be held 13 Whether it’s ideas or children, our own are always wonderful.

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DG’s visit. However, during Bruce Sinclair’s term the organising committee for the DG’s Changeover was happy that the withinAt the 2014 Novemberdays of having meeting, received under the President key and thatJohn only Hubbard, one couple it was or resolved family shouldto recommend be invited. to the14 club members that the ladies’ dress be informal but men were obliged to wear lounge suits. Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Itagain is only chaired possible by President to highlight John a fewHubbard. of the club The activities club approved and social unanimously occasions butthe itformation does show of that a new the clubclub waswith verythe revisedactive The songs drew comments at times. In June 1972 members were requested to consider the possibility of not singing the onboundary many fronts.line being In 100this yardsdecade West the ofclub Albert initiated St, running a variety from of theextensions Manawatu to the River Rotary to Richardson’s ideals. In 1972Line. it formalised a National Anthem at the end of the evening but as we regarded ourselves as a “singing club” there was a resounding “No” to matching contact with a Japanese Rotary Club, Kakamigahara, Japan. Early in the following year it launched a Rotaract that request. But a change did come about for instead of singing the English National Anthem the club moved to singing SoClub the for new young Provisional people in Rotary its district Club and of laterTerrace in 1973, End itwas sponsored formed, theinterestingly Rotary Club with of MilsonJohn Hubbard,. In 1977 father the club of helpeda present to “God Defend New Zealand”. The Rotary organisation advised our president that there was a new publication called a memberfoster an GrahamInner Wheel Hubbard Club, foras President the wives of of the Rotarians Palmerston in the North city. Rotary Hence Club. it was Theactively new promoting club had for22 initial colleagues members in other and “New Songbook for Rotary” for our possible purchase and the editor of our bulletin seemed to support the idea. In his thenations, first youngmeeting people, was to other be held residents on 22 inMay, its own1958. city, Theand provisional women, opportunities induction date to experiencewas set for 7some July, of 1958, the benefits with Jack Sylva comments he pointed out that the songs in the book were appropriate for clubs in the Manawatu, because it included toof thebe the Rotary first organisation. president of the new club. songs such as “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”, and “It’s a Small World After All”. After a banjo accompaniment on 13 October, 1973 the player was referred to as “Banjo Patterson” and in June 1974 Bob Burns chose a song unknown to AtBesides a meeting these onactivities 29 May, the 1958, club becamea number much of recommendations more active in major were projectsmade for during the conduct this decade. of the Jimnew Greensladeclub. Combined, then the club. In his attempt to lead the chorus it soon appeared that Bob was the only one who knew the song and editorial meetingspresident ofof thethe PalmerstonCrippled Children’s North and Society Terrace New End Zealand committees promoted were to one be veryheld successfuland one director idea. Jimand spokethree membersof the need of remarks complimented him on his “rendering a solo”. There is nothing like a good laugh to set the evening going.13 thefor Palmerstonan industrial North unit Clubfor crippled should bechildren detailed in to Palmerston attend the North.Terrace EndIn May weekly 1974, meetings. a steering Lindsay committee Spencer was, a Palmerstonformed to Northconsider Rotarian, the establishment was placed of on a disabledloan to the sheltered new club workshop. to act as After its secretary almost twoand yearsto help of planning,the club to Jim become Greenslade established. and Wally The sergeant’s sessions also contributed to the evening’s entertainment with members looking forward to the gossip about Hobbs, president of our club, met the Director members and their misdemeanours. At that time the sergeants were appointed for the year and it took a special person to General3.3 ofThe Social Provisional Services Club to seek support maintain the standard of entertainment for such a long period. The sessions were also fundraising activities for the club, for the idea. Later that month they held a In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club with some being designated for special appeals. The amounts raised ranged from $8.32 upwards with a special Ethopian meeting to inform the public of Palmerston of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, appeal raising $47 and a memorable appeal for the StarShip Hospital on 10 June, 1977 was $132.60. Most of our sergeants North of the proposal. The names of the was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, were real characters and Jim Moore often had his listeners in fits of laughter. At one time, as we moved into the realms organisation changed as different emphases known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty of modern technology, it was suggested that he should have his session tape-recorded. Everything was set up but whether were agreed upon but it became established Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary or not it was the prospect of having his session handed down to posterity is unknown but on that night Jim gave such a as the Manawatu Enterprises Inc and by this Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club subdued performance that the idea was dismissed. In 1978, after raising $31 in his session, Jack Thorburn commented name the club won a District Significant at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 that compared with other clubs our fining sessions were not very high and suggested that the directors should plan that the Achievement Award. monies raised during the sergeant’s sessions should be part of the anticipated budget for the year. This ultimately became Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, a concept that the Boards of Directors accepted. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Past President Bill Somerville addressing Rotaract concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Throughout the period the records show a steady rate of induction of new members which was counterbalanced by many meeting. resignations with members often moving on promotion to other cities, particularly Auckland and Wellington. Palmerston The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ North was seen by many as a stepping stone to higher positions elsewhere. Tony Fayerman’s induction was notable as he was the first member of the Rotaract Club of Terrace End (our junior club) to join our club. In contrast, on 24 October, 1975, The election of District Governors and their roles. Colin Pickett was the first member in the club to change his occupational category to that of Senior Active, indicating 15 The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. years membership in Rotary. Mike Hansen joined him on 21 November, 1975. Their advance to the category of Senior Explanation of avenues of service. Active was important as it showed that there was a core of longstanding members contributing stability and experience in What does membership of Rotary give its members? Rotary matters to the club. At a Ladies Night in 1977 when Tom Johnson spoke about “The Big Tex Restaurants” Ralph Robotham was inducted. Although he can lay no claims to being a “Big Texan”, Ralph can claim to having been the first Defining duties. of our members to have been inducted on a Ladies’ Night. Rotary in New Zealand. Rotaract Club of Terrace End Rotary, Why Limited Classifications? tea meeting. Besides the regular meetings, the club diversified its actives in many ways such as with a snooker evening at the Manawatu What is a Rotary club? Club in September 1973 and a squash tournament at the Palmerston North Squash courts on 5 September, 1975. Other members took part in golf tournaments organised by other clubs in the district. These several activities often reflected the The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. interests of members at the time. Interclub visits that were organised once or twice yearly, included visits to nearby clubs such as Foxton, Wanganui and others more distant. Mention is made of the Foxton club visiting us on 26 September,1975 The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: to debate the Four Way Test, for debating was a popular activity at the time. Barbecues were held yearly at various members’ homes with Mike Powell, Mike Cross and John Cromie behind the barbecue cooker, Mike Cross playing the Board of Directors guitar and Fred Stuart leading us in song. One BBQ was advertised in the bulletin but its destination was withheld from the members until the neighbours in the street could be notified of its promotion so that they could vacate the street for the Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer night! A later bulletin revealed that the venue was at John and Kath Cromie’s. Club outings and visits were well patronised. President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary A club outing of much interest was to the Waipipi Iron Sands works in September 1973. This was most instructive in showing how this sand country was improved in spite of deep dredging. Other notable visits were to the Ralta factory in Directors 1973, to Avalon and a Foxton Bavarian beerfest in 1976 and down to Parliament in 1977. A major club project in 1974 was a trip organised by Selwyn Sawyer to visit Fiji that enabled members to visit Peter Inder (a club member) who was Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service working in Suva at that time. A gift of lanterns received from the matched Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart club, Kakamigahara, Japan, were presented to Ladies’ Nights were well attended, whether as specially organised evenings in conjunction with regular meetings, or as theMembers Japanese Studies dept at Massey, by Coliin Change Over nights or Christmas parties. These evenings were valuable social meetings as they enabled members and their Barkwith and Dick Rawstron. partners to meet and mix. To increase the introduction of the members to each other a Key of Friendship was given to the Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig club by Judith and Trevor Meachen, in April 1976. The aim of this key was that the holder would invite a Rotarian couple Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell to his home for a meal and the guest would be handed the key. The only rules were that the next meeting should be held 13 Whether it’s ideas or children, our own are always wonderful. 142 Every Keep Rotarian smiling. isIt anmakes example everyone to youth. wonder what you have been up to.

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Much planning was done by the club in 1975 on a project to improve the environs of the Lagoon area in Centennial Drive and to shore up the banks of the lagoon. The proposals were sent to the city council whose members gave it comforting support and offered assistance and co-operation through the Parks and Reserves Department. Details elsewhere will describe that when the approval had been obtained and much gear ordered those officials supporting the scheme withdrew their support. This was because of pressure placed on them by some elements of the public, so that the scheme in its original form had to be abandoned.

One of the early precepts of Rotary International was that a club should promote and initiate ideas and once the project was completed and had become self-sustaining, the club should withdraw and transfer its energies elsewhere. Nowhere in the history of the Rotary Club of Terrace End has it been better shown than in the formation of the National Kidney Foundation of New Zealand.

Three and a half years after his wife’s death through renal failure in November 1972, Bill Somerville, together with interested medical specialists, supportive Terrace End Rotarians and sympathetic members of the public, devoted much energy to the formation of the Kidney Foundation. It was through his efforts in the development of the national organisation that Bill became our first Paul Harris Fellow and only the second in the Palmerston North area. This project, like some others of significance, will be described more fully later.

In 1972, questions were asked about the place of women in Rotary and the issue, often debated keenly, was whether women should be active members of Rotary clubs in Rotary International or should be members of an alternative group. Mention has been made on how the wives of members were accustomed to meeting in one another’s homes for morning tea and as “silent members” contributed greatly to the social feeling of the club by welding a sense of friendship behind the scenes. In March 1977 the Rotariannes began discussing the formation of a Rotary Inner Wheel Club in Palmerston North, which would be open to wives of all Rotarians. This club was established on 24 June, 1977 and had its first meeting at the home of Ivy Pilalis. At this meeting Joyce Hall, a Palmerston North Rotarianne, was elected President and Joy Valentine, a Terrace End Rotarianne, became Secretary. This was a notable Rotary development in the city by bringing the Rotary wives together as well as being available to the wives of future Rotarians when new clubs were established in Palmerston North. However, whilst unifying Rotariannes within the city, some wives of Terrace End members have expressed the view that it might have decreased the strong unity and support for the club, which had prevailed earlier.

During this time, Palmerston North celebrated the centenary of the city and to commemorate the event the Rotary Clubs15 in the city combined to decide upon how the clubs could contribute to a worthy memorial. Various ideas were considered but finally we helped to contribute to the building of the Centennial Convention Centre and the Globe Theatre. But this was not the only anniversary. Rotary itself celebrated 50 years of operating in New Zealand and the combined clubs in District 294 (9940 today) were guided by the wishes of District Governor Alex Irvine, who asked that as a District Jubilee Project, the district focus on helping communities in the South Pacific. As a consequence, each of the 45 clubs had targets to meet and our club raised its contributions in a variety of ways. Thus our international projects, both combined and individual, were directed towards the needs of the South Pacific.

In 1977 the club was honoured by the appointment of Mike Hansen to lead the GSE Team to Namibia in West Africa. This was a good choice as Mike proved to be a very popular and successful team leader. One of the members was Henry Green, a teacher and of Maori descent. During the tour, Henry liked to introduce himself as one of 13 children and recounted his father’s favourite maxim, “Keep New Zealand Green”. He would also mention that his wife was a white woman and that their housemaid was also white. One would not have to be very imaginative to gauge the reaction from his South African listeners for whom apartheid system was their practice. Henry later became a member of the Takaro club for a period.

The club unfortunately experienced some sad occasions as Jack Sylva, the first president died in 1968, and Jack Fallaver in 1977.

This had been a very successful decade and the records have shown that our club had maintained busy diversified club and social programmes as well as completing a number of significant projects of value to the club and community.

8. INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS It is interesting to follow the early development of the club, as it grew from an organisation dependent on its co-operation with others to one that became a leader in its own right. This growth is remarkably well exemplified in its co-operative endeavours with other clubs in the field of international service. For its first big forays into the international arena it co- operated with other clubs in the Malacca Project, The Alafua Project, and the Rotary 50th Centennial South Pacific Trust

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Much planning was done by the club in 1975 on a project to improve the environs of the Lagoon area in Centennial Drive andAt the having 20 November gained experience meeting, fromunder these, President was ableJohn to Hubbard, confidently it was pursue resolved its ownto recommend projects in toSamoa the club and membersin Tonga.16 that the and to shore up the banks of the lagoon. The proposals were sent to the city council whose members gave it comforting Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 support and offered assistance and co-operation through the Parks and Reserves Department. Details elsewhere will again8.1 chaired Malacca by President Project 1968 John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised describe that when the approval had been obtained and much gear ordered those officials supporting the scheme withdrew boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. For clubs in general it was difficult to find international projects that were effective and achievable without a reliable contact their support. This was because of pressure placed on them by some elements of the public, so that the scheme in its in the designated region. However, in 1964 Lance McLean, a member of the Feilding Club, visited Malacca in Malaysia original form had to be abandoned. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present and met a very impoverished community. With the assistance of Bert Tingey of Feilding and Allan Cliff of Palmerston member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and North, Lance dreamed up a scheme to help the community and as a result 40 children were given opportunities that they One of the early precepts of Rotary International was that a club should promote and initiate ideas and once the project the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva could not have imagined. was completed and had become self-sustaining, the club should withdraw and transfer its energies elsewhere. Nowhere to be the first president of the new club. in the history of the Rotary Club of Terrace End has it been better shown than in the formation of the National Kidney From 1965 the Rotary Clubs of Palmerston North and Feilding co-operated in developing an international youth Foundation of New Zealand. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined programme of educational scholarships for children of the deprived Portuguese community in Malacca. This programme meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of was called the Malacca Project and its contact there was the Rotary Club of Malacca. In 1968 Terrace End joined the other Three and a half years after his wife’s death through renal failure in November 1972, Bill Somerville, together with interested the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston pair in this established international project. The Malacca project required members of participating clubs to communicate medical specialists, supportive Terrace End Rotarians and sympathetic members of the public, devoted much energy to the North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. with and, where possible, to help secondary school pupils in Malacca. At first, Colin Pickett was our representative on the formation of the Kidney Foundation. It was through his efforts in the development of the national organisation that Bill combined committee and he corresponded with Bernard Gomez, our adopted student. At that stage the combined group became our first Paul Harris Fellow and only the second in the Palmerston North area. This project, like some others of of clubs3.3 sponsoredThe Provisional three students Club for the year and this cost our club $125. significance, will be described more fully later. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club ofDuring Terrace the End following would takeRotary place year at 1969-70,the Ross Intermediateit was the responsibility School on Monday, of the Terrace 9 June End at 5.45pm. Club to The provide Principal, a secretary Frank and Clift as, In 1972, questions were asked about the place of women in Rotary and the issue, often debated keenly, was whether women wasTed oneValentine of the had foundation become Directormembers of of International the club. He Service also announced he fell heir that to the the task. caterers With would a change be Mr of &board, Mrs theChristensen, members should be active members of Rotary clubs in Rotary International or should be members of an alternative group. Mention knownhad to againas the acquaint Regal Caterers themselves, and thatfully each with member the project would so Ted pay wrote4/6d. toAt the this scholarship first meeting committee the speaker in Malaccawould be for Mra reportMonty has been made on how the wives of members were accustomed to meeting in one another’s homes for morning tea and as Lascelleson the requirements of Westshore, for Napier. the new This Rotary was anyear. appropriate Following choice a reply of speaker from Malacca because ourMonty International had been a Committeemember of theagreed Rotary to “silent members” contributed greatly to the social feeling of the club by welding a sense of friendship behind the scenes. In Clubcontinue of Palmerston the project. North During since the December year the club1944 had and a hadvisit been from one Jeannie of the Sequira prime ,movers daughter for of the the formation secretary ofof the the new Malacca club March 1977 the Rotariannes began discussing the formation of a Rotary Inner Wheel Club in Palmerston North, which atclub Terrace and our End contact before forhe wasthe project.transferred She to simply Napier. extended2 the thanks of the club in Malacca and expressed the hope that would be open to wives of all Rotarians. This club was established on 24 June, 1977 and had its first meeting at the home the help would continue. However, shortly after her visit the Feilding Club announced that it intended to withdraw from of Ivy Pilalis. At this meeting Joyce Hall, a Palmerston North Rotarianne, was elected President and Joy Valentine, a theSubsequent scheme atbulletins the end were of the designed year. The to inform committee members then onexpressed Rotary mattersthe intention and with of approaching his joint responsibilities the Awapuni of club Secretary, to take Terrace End Rotarianne, became Secretary. This was a notable Rotary development in the city by bringing the Rotary wives Feilding’sBulletin Editor place andin the Rotary project. Information This was Officer, successfully Lindsay negotiated. Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but together as well as being available to the wives of future Rotarians when new clubs were established in Palmerston North. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: However, whilst unifying Rotariannes within the city, some wives of Terrace End members have expressed the view that it During the early 1970s the committee reported that it had increased its commitment to the project, which at that time might have decreased the strong unity and support for the club, which had prevailed earlier. was Thesupporting distribution five childrenof Rotary at secondaryDistricts in school. NZ Despite Feilding’s intention to withdraw, it matched Terrace End’s $120 contribution to the project for that Rotary year. By August 1970 the committee was able to report that in its opinion the During this time, Palmerston North celebrated the centenary of the city and to commemorate the event the Rotary Clubs15 The election of District Governors and their roles. project was beginning to show progress as the first students were then attending university. In 1971, the three clubs, which in the city combined to decide upon how the clubs could contribute to a worthy memorial. Various ideas were considered nowThe included meaning Awapuni, of a Provisional supported Clubfour tochildren Terrace atEnd. school and Terrace End paid $150 as its contribution. In September but finally we helped to contribute to the building of the Centennial Convention Centre and the Globe Theatre. But this 1971Explanation Mr Sequira, of the avenues Secretary of service. of the Malacca Club, visited Palmerston North and spoke to the members of the Palmerston was not the only anniversary. Rotary itself celebrated 50 years of operating in New Zealand and the combined clubs in NorthWhat International does membership Service ofCommittee Rotary give at theits members? home of Dudley Rabone. Terrace End members were also invited and Ivan District 294 (9940 today) were guided by the wishes of District Governor Alex Irvine, who asked that as a District Jubilee Lewis, Laurie Croxson, Bernie Child and Bill Johnston indicated that they would like to attend. By 15 March, 1972 the Project, the district focus on helping communities in the South Pacific. As a consequence, each of the 45 clubs had targets Defining duties. directors confirmed support for the project again and paid $250 as our club’s contribution to help Bernard Gomez who to meet and our club raised its contributions in a variety of ways. Thus our international projects, both combined and Rotary in New Zealand. was now at university, and five other students at secondary school. individual, were directed towards the needs of the South Pacific. Why Limited Classifications? ThisWhat appears is a Rotaryto have club? been the last year in which the club supported the project for there is no further mention of it in In 1977 the club was honoured by the appointment of Mike Hansen to lead the GSE Team to Namibia in West Africa. the bulletins. However, co-operating in the scheme with the other clubs had given our members experience in handling This was a good choice as Mike proved to be a very popular and successful team leader. One of the members was Henry The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. international projects and the club was able to give leadership help in the Alafua Project. Green, a teacher and of Maori descent. During the tour, Henry liked to introduce himself as one of 13 children and recounted his father’s favourite maxim, “Keep New Zealand Green”. He would also mention that his wife was a white The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: woman and that their housemaid was also white. One would not have to be very imaginative to gauge the reaction from 8.2 Alafua Project 1969 In July 1969, District Governor Stan Ransom visited our club and commended a project to the club members that they his South African listeners for whom apartheid system was their practice. Henry later became a member of the Takaro Board of Directors club for a period. considered and then agreed to help. They were already involved in the Malacca Project but this new project initiated by the RotaryJack Sylva Club of Otaki, was to be run by theGeorge World Stuart Community ServiceBill branches Somerville of the InternationalLindsay Committees Spencer of the 10 The club unfortunately experienced some sad occasions as Jack Sylva, the first president died in 1968, and Jack Fallaver in clubs in the Manawatu and Horowhenua. Jim Eades had convinced Otaki to turn its attention to helping communities in President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 1977. the South Pacific and had suggested building firstly a piggery and later a poultry breeding unit in Alafua College in West Samoa.Directors This had been a very successful decade and the records have shown that our club had maintained busy diversified club and social programmes as well as completing a number of significant projects of value to the club and community. TheClub combined Service clubs of Manawatu/Horowhenua,Vocational including Service Awapuni,Community Bulls, Feilding, Service Levin, LevinInternational South, Otaki, Service Palmerston North, Paraparaumu, Terrace End and Waikanae, were committed to raising $4742 towards the project for which the Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart 8. INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS Terrace End contribution was $250. It was hoped that a good deal of money would be raised from a mystery train trip andMembers advertising associated with the trip, which was organised by the Paraparaumu club. While many of our club members It is interesting to follow the early development of the club, as it grew from an organisation dependent on its co-operation helped by advertising in the Wellington Evening Post, a large number joined the mystery train trip. The train was to leave with others to one that became a leader in its own right. This growth is remarkably well exemplified in its co-operative fromBulletin Otaki where RotariansLindsay from Spencer all of theRay clubs Amer were to assemble withBob theirBurt friends and otherHarry participants. Craig It seems right endeavours with other clubs in the field of international service. For its first big forays into the international arena it co- to guess that each Rotary club invited children from the children’s homes in their districts for two reasons. Firstly, this operated with other clubs in the Malacca Project, The Alafua Project, and the Rotary 50th Centennial South Pacific Trust isFellowship what the Terrace ClubHarold members Parlane had doneTom and Baker secondly, becausePeter there Caldwell was a great deal ofBill entertainment Howell provided for 15 If you want to kill time, try working it to death. 162 Every If you Rotarian want to iskill an time, example try workingto youth. it to death.

Page 26 Page 271319 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 children on the train and at the destination. Along the sides of the carriages, bunting advertising the event hung in long streamers. Inside the train, Rotarians dressed as clowns provided the children with entertainment, ice creams and sweets. Many confessed they would never do it again. As the train was leaving from Otaki there really were not many directions that it could travel. However, it headed south, through Wellington, and up to the Solway racecourse in the Wairarapa. Joy Valentine relates the details of minding the kids for a day... and only for one day. However, she said that the greatest impact on the children was revealed in the children’s expressions. “Gee, look at all the peoples.”

Another method of raising money was by tendering for some of the building supplies that were needed and which were being bought in New Zealand. In the bulletin, Ted had listed all the necessary building supplies with the current retail price of each piece. He asked members that if they could obtain the material at cheaper prices they had to notify him. The outcome is unsure, but needless to say Terrace End raised its contribution and eventually the project was started. But Terrace End was able to contribute in a greater way to the project through the expertise of one of its members. It was Lloyd Love who designed the piggeries and drew up the plans for their construction. After the scheme was completed, the people of Western Samoa still used his plans to build new piggeries. One of the features of the construction was the use of patterned concrete blocks to allow the wind to ventilate the pens in order to keep the pigs cool.17

At that time, Jim Moore was our representative on the World Service Committee, which met in Levin for the combined clubs. In the end the committee was divided into two branches a north and a south branch, which might help to explain a later part of the Alafua Project.

Late in August 1969, John Caulton was inducted into the club and as he was a stock and station agent he became involved very early in the project and took a leadership role in its later development. In mid-June 1970, Jim Moore and John Caulton announced that the pig and poultry units were almost completed and that a new scheme to ship calves to Alafua College was being considered. Whether this addition was part of the original scheme is unknown but the impression remains that this was a separate scheme generated by the northern branch of the Manawatu/Horowhenua World Community Service Committee. Rex Weber, who was DG 1971-72, seemed to confirm that it was the northern branch of the committee that proposed the idea of shipping calves to Alafua although Jack Lines from Levin was very active in the project.

Six weeks later John reported that the pig and poultry units had been completed and that the next stage of sending 50 heifer calves to Alafua in November 1970, was being adopted. John was calling for donations from farmers and farming friends and he did not mind what breed was being offered, friesians, jerseys, etc. It was immaterial to the project. Progress reports were very positive but one slight mishap was recorded. The calves had been collected and were to be shipped in November but a fire had delayed the departure. Where the fire was is unknown, however the departure took place in February 1971. In June 1971, Lloyd Love reported that the project had been so successful that it was envisaged to send another herd of calves. John Caulton, who travelled around all of our district announced, on 1 October, that 58 heifers and two bulls had been promised and a month later with Ray Osborne he announced that the stock had been collected and was at Flock House undergoing health tests before dispatch to Alafua. The intention was that the combined clubs would send calves there but they had to contend with some unexpected overseas events. Apparently the men in West Samoa eyed the calves as prospective meals but the women, who knew that the populace was very short of protein, protected the calves for their milk value. It was the women of West Samoa who sustained the very valuable contribution of milk to their diet from generous donations from a few clubs within District 294.

The Terrace End club had become involved in co-operating with clubs in two projects firstly with two other clubs, then with nine other clubs. Towards the end of the Alafua project it co-operated in a larger project at District level to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rotary in New Zealand.

8.3 South Pacific Appeal - 50th anniversary, 1971 When District 292 withdrew its support from a national project to celebrate the golden anniversary of Rotary in New Zealand, District 294 decided to carry on a less ambitious one. It focused on a district project directed towards the continuing needs of communities in the South Pacific. While still continuing with their work in the Malacca Project and the Alafua Project, Terrace End Rotary knew that these projects were about to wind down so it accepted the proposal which DG Alex Irvine’s presented at Conference. DG Alex announced that the District proposed to establish a trust fund of $50,000 to be spent in the South Pacific area over a period of up to 10 years. The aims of the South Pacific Golden Jubilee Fund were: • to support volunteer workers • to provide bursaries to enable selected students to attend educational institutions in the South Pacific • to provide grants for educational training purposes for the furtherance of practical development projects

17 Bright people often do a lot of reflecting. Page 2028 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End children on the train and at the destination. Along the sides of the carriages, bunting advertising the event hung in long WhileAt the 20it was November DG Alex meeting, who announced under President the scheme, John Hubbard, it was incoming it was resolved DG Rex to Weberrecommend who, tofrom the theclub beginning, members thatled the streamers. Inside the train, Rotarians dressed as clowns provided the children with entertainment, ice creams and sweets. promotionPalmerston committee.North club sponsor For Terrace a new End club this in thisproposal area. wasThis mainly matter a serieswas discussed of fund atraising the club exercises assembly and on it 17drew March, upon 1958the Many confessed they would never do it again. As the train was leaving from Otaki there really were not many directions ingenuityagain chaired of our by membersPresident toJohn raise Hubbard. the $1400 The to whichclub approved they were unanimously committed. the formation of a new club with the revised that it could travel. However, it headed south, through Wellington, and up to the Solway racecourse in the Wairarapa. Joy boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Valentine relates the details of minding the kids for a day... and only for one day. However, she said that the greatest impact The members devised several means: on the children was revealed in the children’s expressions. “Gee, look at all the peoples.” So the• Appealnew Provisional boxes Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member• A Graham series of Hubbard“200 club”, as draws. President 18 of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Another method of raising money was by tendering for some of the building supplies that were needed and which were the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva • being bought in New Zealand. In the bulletin, Ted had listed all the necessary building supplies with the current retail to be theDutch first auctions.president Theseof the newproved club. to be very popular and Bernie Child promoted these vigorously. As the first Dutch price of each piece. He asked members that if they could obtain the material at cheaper prices they had to notify him. auction held in the Lion Brewery clubrooms yielded $502 for an initial outlay of $30, all the members thought The outcome is unsure, but needless to say Terrace End raised its contribution and eventually the project was started. But At a meetingthat on event 29 May, was a1958, good aone. number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Terrace End was able to contribute in a greater way to the project through the expertise of one of its members. It was meetings• Another of the DutchPalmerston auction North was andheld Terrace in March End 1972 committees but as it waswere a tomonster be held one and in onewhich director two other and threeclubs membersparticipated of Lloyd Love who designed the piggeries and drew up the plans for their construction. After the scheme was completed, the the Palmerstonwe got North only Club one thirdshould of bethe detailed profits to- aboutattend $130. the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston people of Western Samoa still used his plans to build new piggeries. One of the features of the construction was the use of North• Rotarian,Things had was started placed to on slow loan down to the at new this clubstage. to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 17 patterned concrete blocks to allow the wind to ventilate the pens in order to keep the pigs cool. • A levy. In Mid-March 1972 the directors decided to impose a $3 levy on all members to help in meeting our 3.3 Thecommitment. Provisional Club At that time, Jim Moore was our representative on the World Service Committee, which met in Levin for the combined In the• firstMachinery bulletin demonstration. dated 4 June, 1958, The Lindsayclub had Spencer arranged announced with the thatYoung the Farmersfirst meeting Clubs ofto theorganise Provisional a power Rotary farming Club clubs. In the end the committee was divided into two branches a north and a south branch, which might help to explain of Terrace Enddisplay would later take in lateplace March at the atRoss the Intermediate Keebles Estate School on the on road Monday, down 9 to June Shannon. at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, a later part of the Alafua Project. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, knownBy mid asApril the Regalthe club Caterers had raised, and that$1345.78 each member of its target would $1400 pay 4/6d. and by At 26 this May, first Terrace meeting End the wasspeaker named would as one be ofMr theMonty 13 Late in August 1969, John Caulton was inducted into the club and as he was a stock and station agent he became involved Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary very early in the project and took a leadership role in its later development. In mid-June 1970, Jim Moore and John Caulton clubs out of 45 that had met its goal. Rex Weber was disappointed that only $37,000 of the $50,000 had been raised but ClubMike ofHansen’s Palmerston committee North proposedsince December that the 1944 district and should had been find one the of remaining the prime movers$13,000 for in thethe formationensuing Rotary of the year.new club announced that the pig and poultry units were almost completed and that a new scheme to ship calves to Alafua College at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 was being considered. Whether this addition was part of the original scheme is unknown but the impression remains that this was a separate scheme generated by the northern branch of the Manawatu/Horowhenua World Community Service To this end, Mike dreamed up a scheme of selling cans of fruit juice from the Islands, from where he had returned, and Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Committee. Rex Weber, who was DG 1971-72, seemed to confirm that it was the northern branch of the committee that had made contact with a supplier of fruit juices. This supplier offered to send cases of cans of juice to Terrace End and in Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but proposed the idea of shipping calves to Alafua although Jack Lines from Levin was very active in the project. due time, after some negotiation, 20,000 cans turned up addressed to the Rotary Club of Terrace End. No other mention hasconcentrated been found on aboutconveying our ainvolvement good deal of in Rotary this scheme Information but later to the information new members indicated under thatheadings many such Rotarians as: had been Six weeks later John reported that the pig and poultry units had been completed and that the next stage of sending 50 heifer encouraged to buy packs of six cans. It was then they found that the cans had been mis-labelled and did not contain the The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ calves to Alafua in November 1970, was being adopted. John was calling for donations from farmers and farming friends drink true to label. This was one scheme that fell over and must have been rounded off at District level. and he did not mind what breed was being offered, friesians, jerseys, etc. It was immaterial to the project. Progress reports The election of District Governors and their roles. were very positive but one slight mishap was recorded. The calves had been collected and were to be shipped in November WhileThe these meaning schemes of a hadProvisional been operating Club to theTerrace attention End. of our International Committee had been directed to the South Pacific and it was there that the club concentrated its attention on several occasions by helping groups in Samoa and in but a fire had delayed the departure. Where the fire was is unknown, however the departure took place in February 1971. Explanation of avenues of service. In June 1971, Lloyd Love reported that the project had been so successful that it was envisaged to send another herd of Tonga. It still co-operated with other clubs in bigger schemes but it became engaged in a number of smaller individual What does membership of Rotary give its members? calves. John Caulton, who travelled around all of our district announced, on 1 October, that 58 heifers and two bulls had projects, which met a need of some of the schools in Tonga with activities such as the following: Defining duties. been promised and a month later with Ray Osborne he announced that the stock had been collected and was at Flock 1971 The International Service Committee appealed to schoolchildren to fill scrapbooks of pictures that interested House undergoing health tests before dispatch to Alafua. The intention was that the combined clubs would send calves Rotary Newin New Zealand Zealand. children to be sent to Tonga. there but they had to contend with some unexpected overseas events. Apparently the men in West Samoa eyed the calves 1972Why LimitedIt despatched Classifications? a consignment of cardboard to Tongan schools through the good services of Whitcoulls and as prospective meals but the women, who knew that the populace was very short of protein, protected the calves for their What isGlaxo. a Rotary club? milk value. It was the women of West Samoa who sustained the very valuable contribution of milk to their diet from generous donations from a few clubs within District 294. 1973The ‘4 The- Way club Test’ sent as apictorial measuring calendars stick, etc.to Jacqui Newman who was a VSA teacher in Western Samoa. 1973 The club subsidised money collected in a sergeant’s session to donate $100 to a Fijian hurricane relief appeal. The Terrace End club had become involved in co-operating with clubs in two projects firstly with two other clubs, then The bulletinWe dated sent clothing19 June includedand serviceable a committee carpentry plan tools for the to Tonga.club as follows: with nine other clubs. Towards the end of the Alafua project it co-operated in a larger project at District level to celebrate 1974 University Entrance textbooks worth $450 were sent to Tupou High School in Tonga. the 50th anniversary of Rotary in New Zealand. Board1976 of DirectorsThe club helped our Rotaract Club in sending blankets to Betty Slader, a missionary working in Fiji. 1976 The Rotary Club of Levin proposed building a dining hall for 800 at Queen Salote College in Tonga. 8.3 South Pacific Appeal - 50th anniversary, 1971 Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Unfortunately, when the project got under way in 1981 none of our members was able to participate in its When District 292 withdrew its support from a national project to celebrate the golden anniversary of Rotary in New President construction. Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Zealand, District 294 decided to carry on a less ambitious one. It focused on a district project directed towards the The types of projects described above were those that our members became involved in and it supported the donating of Directors continuing needs of communities in the South Pacific. While still continuing with their work in the Malacca Project and Rotahomes to Fiji; more books, tools and toys to Tonga; and boat-building schemes in the Cook Islands. the Alafua Project, Terrace End Rotary knew that these projects were about to wind down so it accepted the proposal which Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service DG Alex Irvine’s presented at Conference. DG Alex announced that the District proposed to establish a trust fund of Later, the work with students occupied the energies of the International Committee19 and finally its nomination of $50,000 to be spent in the South Pacific area over a period of up to 10 years. The aims of the South Pacific Golden Jubilee CatherineBill Somerville Hamlin for a Rotary World UnderstandingNeil Turnbull Award absorbedMerv most Dymock of the committee’sGeorge attention. Stuart Fund were: Members • to support volunteer workers • to provide bursaries to enable selected students to attend educational institutions in the South Pacific Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig

• to provide grants for educational training purposes for the furtherance of practical development projects Fellowship18 To know whatHarold to do Parlaneis wisdom. ToTom know Baker how to do it is skill. PeterTo do Caldwell a thing as it should beBill done Howell is service. 192 Every There Rotarian is no better is an exerciseexample for to theyouth. heart than bending down and helping people up. 17 Bright people often do a lot of reflecting. Page 28 Page 291321 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018

9. THE CENTENNIAL PROJECT 1970-72 In April 1969 the Rotary Clubs in Palmerston North were invited to submit proposals for a Combined Service Clubs Centennial Project to commemorate the centenary of Palmerston North becoming a borough.20 As the club appeared to be bereft of ideas it was happy to receive a list of suggestions for its consideration in September. viz: A convention hall A weir scheme on the Manawatu River. A day care centre. Pensioner housing. The purchase of the Izadium Building, on the corner of Fitzherbert Avenue and Ferguson St.

At that time the club discussed the proposals and decided that it liked the idea of a convention centre, which was an amenity the city lacked.

However, in October the directors seemed to have changed their minds and told the club that they favoured the weir scheme or the Centennial Lake Scheme as it had been renamed. The secretary, Ron Burnett, had written to the chairman of the Combined Services Clubs Committee along these lines. He said to our club members that the scheme would be more practicable and worthy of 100 years progress in the city. As the lake would be two miles long and approximately 100 acres in area, and within one mile of the city centre, it could be used and enjoyed by every citizen. It would also be of commercial value to the city. If the public support was forthcoming, the balance of the funds could be obtained from the Reserve Fund Contribution Scheme which was operating in the city. The cost had been set at $200,000 and further opportunities would be available for members to discuss it. At the next meeting on 10 October, 1969 Mac Mitchinson and Bill Crystall moved the adoption of the weir scheme as the centennial project. After some further discussion the motion was carried.

The topic must have simmered for some time because the next notification to members appeared in a bulletin dated 28 March, 1970. The notice stated that the directors had changed their minds again and now they supported the adoption of the conference centre as the centennial year project. Eight members were asked to join Mike Hansen as members of an “action committee” to finalise detailed actions. They were Ron Burnett, Keith Dahm, Peter Barter, Lloyd Love, Harry Hutchings, Colin Barkwith, Jim Greenslade and John Burford.

All the service clubs had been asked to prepare memorials of their own if they wished but in May 1970 our club was asked to support the Combined Service Clubs’ efforts to raise funds for the following reasons: 1. To ensure the success of the centennial event the association needed: • $10,000 to complete The Square decorations • Funds to assist promotions -$ 10,000 • Provision of a pavilion in The Square - $25,000 • We were told that the latter two items would probably not be the responsibility of the combined clubs

2. To provide financial help so that existing individual projects could be completed: • Palmerston North Lions project - the funds had already been raised • Awapuni Jaycee $5000 art collection • Palmerston North Day Care Centre - a $70,000 project for which they expected to raise the balance, $25,000, by a welfare grant

3. To build a conference centre complex - the target was $500,000. As this required complete community support the following distribution of funds had been calculated: • Community support - $160,000 • City Corporation - $160,000 • Government subsidy -probably $160,000

In order to soften the task of raising this money the club was told that business houses and commercial interests would carry substantial tax concessions.21

In March 1971 the club was reminded that the appeal committee of the Rotary-Lions-Roundtable to raise $200,000 to 20 Only hungry minds become educated. 21 Whether a black cat means luck to you depends on whether you are a man or a mouse.

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9. THE CENTENNIAL PROJECT 1970-72 buildAt the a 20 civic November centre on meeting, the Railway under Land President would Johnbe set Hubbard, up soon. itHowever, was resolved in the to meantime recommend Terrace to the End club had members given $1000 that the to In April 1969 the Rotary Clubs in Palmerston North were invited to submit proposals for a Combined Service Clubs thePalmerston Palmerston North North club Centennial sponsor a new Association club in thisand area. had project This moniesmatter was totalling discussed $811 at theput clubaside. assembly We were on also 17 advisedMarch, that1958 Centennial Project to commemorate the centenary of Palmerston North becoming a borough.20 As the club appeared to be aagain public chaired meeting by Presidentwould be Johnheld inHubbard. the Southern The Crossclub approved Restaurant unanimously in May to launchthe formation the $200,000 of a new appeal. club with the revised bereft of ideas it was happy to receive a list of suggestions for its consideration in September. viz: boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. To give Rotarians in Palmerston North a background to some of the commercial history of the city, a combined Rotary A convention hall ClubSo the meeting new Provisional was held onRotary 19 May Club in of the Terrace Centennial End was Pavilion formed, in Theinterestingly Square. withAt this John meeting, Hubbard, Ian fatherMatheson of ,a the present City A weir scheme on the Manawatu River. Archivist,member Graham displayed Hubbard slides of, as six President firms ofwhich the Palmerstonhad served theNorth city Rotary from thoseClub. early The days.new clubMany had of 22these initial early members firms andwere A day care centre. offshootsthe first meetingof a great was topioneer be held general on 22 store May, known1958. as Thethe provisional United Farmers’ induction Co-operative date was set Association.for 7 July, 1958, The withstore Jack histories Sylva Pensioner housing. coveredto be the were: first president of the new club. The purchase of the Izadium Building, on the corner of Fitzherbert Avenue and Ferguson St. • At a meetingBennetts on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings• ofMillar the Palmerston and Giorgi North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of At that time the club discussed the proposals and decided that it liked the idea of a convention centre, which was an the • PalmerstonWatson North Brothers Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston amenity the city lacked. North• Rotarian,H.J. Young was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. • Collinson and Cunningham However, in October the directors seemed to have changed their minds and told the club that they favoured the weir 3.3 The Provisional Club scheme or the Centennial Lake Scheme as it had been renamed. The secretary, Ron Burnett, had written to the chairman • Alexander Clark of the Combined Services Clubs Committee along these lines. He said to our club members that the scheme would be more In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, practicable and worthy of 100 years progress in the city. As the lake would be two miles long and approximately 100 acres Keith Collinson, John Sinclair, and Basil Young spoke of early years of their family businesses. A highlight of the evening was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, in area, and within one mile of the city centre, it could be used and enjoyed by every citizen. It would also be of commercial was the presence of Alexander Clark who, 65 years before, had founded the firm named after him. His initial stock was all known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty value to the city. If the public support was forthcoming, the balance of the funds could be obtained from the Reserve Fund held originally in one packing case, which he had bought for half a crown (2/6d). Contribution Scheme which was operating in the city. The cost had been set at $200,000 and further opportunities would Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club be available for members to discuss it. At the next meeting on 10 October, 1969 Mac Mitchinson and Bill Crystall moved On 26 May Mike Hansen reported on the meeting held in the Southern Cross Restaurant and told the club that Bob at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 the adoption of the weir scheme as the centennial project. After some further discussion the motion was carried. Lockwood was the chairman of the Pilot Appeal Committee. Bob has told us since that he was co-chairman with Jack Bennett who was simply splendid because of all of his contacts in the business world. Our club was committed to Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, The topic must have simmered for some time because the next notification to members appeared in a bulletin dated 28 supplying some manpower for collecting from the businesses that had to be canvassed. March, 1970. The notice stated that the directors had changed their minds again and now they supported the adoption Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: of the conference centre as the centennial year project. Eight members were asked to join Mike Hansen as members of Jim Greenslade was chairman of a Centennial Baby Show that raised $3000. Paul Rieger must have been Jim’s treasurer an “action committee” to finalise detailed actions. They were Ron Burnett, Keith Dahm, Peter Barter, Lloyd Love, Harry because he relates the counting of the moneys paid in support of the babies entered in the competition. Hutchings, Colin Barkwith, Jim Greenslade and John Burford. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ In August,The election President of DistrictBill Johnston Governors sought and the their support roles. of club members to canvass the 300 businesses in the city. By 10 All the service clubs had been asked to prepare memorials of their own if they wished but in May 1970 our club was asked September,The meaning Vern Toms of a Provisionalannounced Clubthat to$34,000 Terrace had End. been collected and in November our collectors were asked to finish to support the Combined Service Clubs’ efforts to raise funds for the following reasons: it asExplanation soon as possible. of avenues Still the of service.collection dragged on and five months later Vern reminded members that the appeal would conclude in another fortnight. However, this must have been another carrot because in August 1972 the appeals were still 1. To ensure the success of the centennial event the association needed: What does membership of Rotary give its members? continuing and a monster auction yielded $5000. In the same month, the Takaro Rotary Club urged our members to • $10,000 to complete The Square decorations supportDefining a concert duties. they were running with the Manawatu Savage Club at which they hoped to raise $1000. • Funds to assist promotions -$ 10,000 Rotary in New Zealand. • Provision of a pavilion in The Square - $25,000 ThereWhy seems Limited to have Classifications? been very little to inform the club members about after that because there is no further mention of it in any of the bulletins. Perhaps the members got all their information from the newspapers. Suffice it to say that tenders • We were told that the latter two items would probably not be the responsibility of the combined clubs What is a Rotary club? for designing the civic buildings were granted to an architect out of town for which he won a prize of $50,000. The civic The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. 2. To provide financial help so that existing individual projects could be completed: buildings were started in October 1974. Our contributions went to the building of Centennial Convention Centre, which was built later in 1980. It was intended that the Globe Theatre would be part of the project but as the money ran out the • Palmerston North Lions project - the funds had already been raised GlobeThe bulletin Theatre dated was 19not June built included for another a committee nine years. plan for the club as follows: • Awapuni Jaycee $5000 art collection • Palmerston North Day Care Centre - a $70,000 project for which they expected to raise the balance, $25,000, 10.Board EXTENSION of Directors ACTIVITIES BASED ON THE ROTARY IDEALS by a welfare grant Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 3. To build a conference centre complex - the target was $500,000. As this required complete community support the 10.1 The rise and fall of Rotaract 1971 following distribution of funds had been calculated: WithinPresident our club there was special attentionTreasurer paid to extending the idealsVice-President of Rotary beyond theSecretary confines of the club during • Community support - $160,000 theDirectors second decade. One development that deserved attention was the formation of a Rotaract Club for the younger 22 • City Corporation - $160,000 members of our district. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service • Government subsidy -probably $160,000 Rotaract is a Rotary-sponsored activity that aims to stimulate among its members the acceptance of high ethical standards Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart in all occupations. It also aims to help develop leadership and responsible citizenship in its members through service to In order to soften the task of raising this money the club was told that business houses and commercial interests would the community and to help promote international understanding and peace. Membership is open to men and women 21 Members carry substantial tax concessions. members between the ages of 17 and 25 who work or study within the territorial limits of the sponsoring club. Rotaractors areBulletin required to meet atLindsay least twice Spencer a monthRay and Amer to carry out three majorBob service Burt projects a year oneHarry in eachCraig of the vocational, In March 1971 the club was reminded that the appeal committee of the Rotary-Lions-Roundtable to raise $200,000 to community, and international spheres. 20 Only hungry minds become educated. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 21 Whether a black cat means luck to you depends on whether you are a man or a mouse. 222 Every Don’t Rotarian waste precious is an example time waiting to youth. for an opportunity - make one.

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10.1.1 The first steps Spencer Loveridge initiated the discussion with members of our club that it should promote a Rotaract Club within its boundaries. By 22 October, 1971 this idea had been confirmed by the club members and it was suggested that an interest meeting should be held early in the New Year. In a progress report on 28 January, Spencer reported that eight people were interested. The first interest meeting was held in the Palmerston North Teachers’ College on 22nd February. After the meeting additional members expressed interest with 25 confirming their intention to form a club. The fact that the Palmerston North-sponsored Rotaract Club had its Charter Meeting on 26 February, four days after Terrace End’s initial meeting, indicated that much interest in the Rotaract organization existed among the young people at that time. On 29 February another interest meeting was held with 30 people attending and seven others sending apologies. This meeting announced on 7 March that Richard Hobbs, son of Wally Hobbs, and Lee Fayerman should head the organisation of a club. Other officers were chosen and the first of the fortnightly meetings was held in the Administration Office of the Palmerston North Teachers’ College on Tuesday, 14 March. At that meeting it was planned to present the Certificate of Organisation at a function on 29 April. Our Rotary club was so impressed with the speed of the action that it invited 30 Rotaractors to be its guests on 19 April. The presentation of the certificate was postponed until 6 May when at a function at the Chalet the Rotaract Club of Terrace End was officially launched. By 10 November the club had 40 members and indicated at that time that it was aiming to increase the membership to 60. This energetic approach to their club was recognised by others in authority because Richard Hobbs was elected to be the District Governor of District 294 before the end of the year.

The high level of membership of the Rotaract Club for which the charter members aimed was difficult to maintain. By March of 1980 its numbers had fallen to 21 members and for the next four years the membership remained in the 20s. Rob Brownlee and Alan Caddick remarked that the Club was “in good heart” even with these relatively small numbers. However, in 1985 the numbers fell drastically and it is a credit to the fewer than 10 people who sustained the club during that period that it continued to operate. Although the numbers were small, the enthusiasm was infectious. In 1986 Peter Rainford commented after his attendance at a meeting that the “corner had been turned”. From then on the numbers grew until during 1989 membership hit 30 and on 14 June, 1989 it was reported that the attendance averaged 90%. From 1990 the numbers began to slip again and despite the encouragement of Malcolm Busch and Brian Tong, membership fell to fewer than 10. The club needed desperate support. As this was not forthcoming, the club went into recess in June 1993. It must be appreciated that for over 20 years, groups of young people had contributed a great deal to the society they served and the scope of their projects and contributions to our club were very worthwhile.

10.1.2 Imaginative projects Many of their projects matched the prevailing sentiment that existed in the Palmerston North Community at the time. In June 1980 at the invitation of the Rotaract Club, we held our weekly meeting with them at Freyberg High School. The topic for the night was “Alcohol Awareness” with Professor Dick Batt as their principal speaker. In addition, representatives from the Liquor Advisory Board gave the younger members two or three drinks and then tested their reactions on a testing machine which they had brought with them. As the bulletin editor commented, their ideas on the amount of alcohol consumed needed to reach the legal alcohol level were rudely shattered. Other details about the age of drinkers in taverns, relationship to violent crime and the incidence of motor accidents impressed the listeners as creating very serious situations. All the Rotarians congratulated the Rotaractors on a worthwhile and educational evening. 23

Another project in 1982 took a year to complete even though it competed with other pressing commitments. The Rotaractors determined that they would raise $1300 to pay for a baby alarm to donate to the Palmerston North Hospital because at that time concern was being expressed over the large number of cot deaths being reported in New Zealand. In August 1982 they initiated the plan and with a series of activities, which included Lorraine Guthberlet’s fashion parade and a wine-tasting evening, they were able to present the machine to the Palmerston North Hospital in August 1983.

For disadvantaged children they showed a particular concern. For St Dominics School of the Deaf near Feilding they raised sufficient money to buy a climbing net for the school, through car-washing activities at Bruce Markwell’s company, Commercial Motors. After her own son suffered brain damage as the result of a bicycle accident, Rebecca Oaten launched her Save the Brains Trust campaign that all cyclists should wear crash helmets. Immediately, the Rotaract Club swung into action and held a ‘wheelchair push” to highlight Rebecca’s campaign and to raise funds to support it.

One of their greatest frustrations came when they joined the New Zealand-wide scheme to raise money through a “Great Duck Race”. This event was organised nationally by the New Zealand Heritage Organisation and offered top prizes of $1000 and trips to Nepal, Honolulu and Fiji. We didn’t hear of any coming to our region. Locally, it was envisaged that the Terrace End Rotaractors would sell 6000 ducks at $2 each and that at a certain time the ducks would be released to race

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10.1.1 The first steps downAt the the20 NovemberManawatu meeting,River. The under owners President of the John winning Hubbard, ducks it waswould resolved receive toprizes recommend for which to they the clubhad memberssolicited sponsors. that the Spencer Loveridge initiated the discussion with members of our club that it should promote a Rotaract Club within its However,Palmerston they North ran clubinto sponsorproblems. a new As clubthe Manawatu in this area. River This was matter in no wasfit discussedstate to holdat the the club race assembly on the designatedon 17 March, date, 1958 the boundaries. By 22 October, 1971 this idea had been confirmed by the club members and it was suggested that an interest competitionagain chaired was by Presidenttransferred John to the Hubbard. Centennial The Lagoon. club approved To get theunanimously ducks to move the formation on the still of water a new of clubthe lagoonwith the the revised club meeting should be held early in the New Year. In a progress report on 28 January, Spencer reported that eight people membersboundary hadline tobeing call 100in the yards services West of of a Albert helicopter St, running that was from flown the aboveManawatu the stationary River to Richardson’sducks. One Line.can only imagine the were interested. The first interest meeting was held in the Palmerston North Teachers’ College on 22nd February. After initial chaos that existed. However, $5000 was raised as the result of this activity. the meeting additional members expressed interest with 25 confirming their intention to form a club. The fact that the ForSo the our newRotary Provisional club one Rotaryof the very Club significant of Terrace projects End was introduced formed, interestinglyby the Rotaract with Club John was Hubbard, the Top Schoolfather competition.of a present Palmerston North-sponsored Rotaract Club had its Charter Meeting on 26 February, four days after Terrace End’s initial Themember idea Graham was that Hubbarda series of, asgames President should of bethe devised Palmerston in which North teams Rotary from Club. surrounding The new schools club hadwould 22 participate.initial members By using and meeting, indicated that much interest in the Rotaract organization existed among the young people at that time. On 29 athe simple first scoringmeeting systemwas to abe winner held on would 22 May,be decided1958. andThe wouldprovisional become induction that year’s date “Topwas set School”. for 7 July, Our 1958, Rotary with clubJack wasSylva February another interest meeting was held with 30 people attending and seven others sending apologies. This meeting calledto be the in tofirst help. president Its members of the were new generousclub. in their support and in the following year Terrace End Rotary continued with announced on 7 March that Richard Hobbs, son of Wally Hobbs, and Lee Fayerman should head the organisation of a the scheme and called for volunteers to help from among the Rotaractors’ ranks. With the demise of the Rotaract Club our 24 club. Other officers were chosen and the first of the fortnightly meetings was held in the Administration Office of the RotaryAt a meeting club continued on 29 May, with 1958, the scheme a number annually of recommendations so that now it is were a regular made feature for the of conduct our Rotary of the calendar. new club. Combined Palmerston North Teachers’ College on Tuesday, 14 March. At that meeting it was planned to present the Certificate of meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Organisation at a function on 29 April. Our Rotary club was so impressed with the speed of the action that it invited 30 the 10.1.3Palmerston A warm North relationship Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Rotaractors to be its guests on 19 April. The presentation of the certificate was postponed until 6 May when at a function As can be seen, the relationship that had existed between the two organisations was a firm one. Two Rotarians were obliged at the Chalet the Rotaract Club of Terrace End was officially launched. By 10 November the club had 40 members and to be present at each of the Rotaractors’ meetings and generally this was observed, although there were occasions in 1973 indicated at that time that it was aiming to increase the membership to 60. This energetic approach to their club was when3.3 disappointment The Provisional was expressedClub by the Rotaract Club at the non-attendance of scheduled Rotary members. However, recognised by others in authority because Richard Hobbs was elected to be the District Governor of District 294 before eachIn the did first support bulletin the datedother 4in June, a number 1958, ofLindsay instances. Spencer Club announced members thatsupported the first the Rotaractorsmeeting of the when Provisional they planned Rotary their Club the end of the year. carof Terrace cleaning End days, would when take they place distributed at the Ross and Intermediate sold their planner School diarieson Monday, and when 9 June they at 5.45pm.conducted The their Principal, parades Frankof homes. Clift, wasThe one Rotaractors of the foundation felt comfortable members enough of the to club. call onHe support also announced when they that ran thea number caterers ofwould their beprojects. Mr & MrsA mock Christensen, court was The high level of membership of the Rotaract Club for which the charter members aimed was difficult to maintain. By knownheld to asraise the funds Regal to Caterers help finance, and that one each of their member members would Brendonpay 4/6d. Allen, At this who first was meetinggoing to the receive speaker his wouldDuke ofbe EdinburghMr Monty March of 1980 its numbers had fallen to 21 members and for the next four years the membership remained in the 20s. LascellesAward. Onof Westshore, that occasion, Napier. special This thanks was anwere appropriate given to Noelchoice Warner of speaker and becauseJim Jones Monty. Rotaract had been members a member devised of the a brick-Rotary Rob Brownlee and Alan Caddick remarked that the Club was “in good heart” even with these relatively small numbers. Clublaying of project Palmerston at Colquhoun North since Park December when they 1944 formed and brickhad been paths one from of the primegates into movers the clubrooms.for the formation This ofwas the a newcombined club However, in 1985 the numbers fell drastically and it is a credit to the fewer than 10 people who sustained the club during atRotaract Terrace and End Rotary before project he was devisedtransferred by theto Napier. Rotaractors2 who had sought our help. From our Rotary club members they that period that it continued to operate. Although the numbers were small, the enthusiasm was infectious. In 1986 Peter sought marshals for “polar bear” swims at the Freyberg High School pool and “slave auctions” served to supply workers to Rainford commented after his attendance at a meeting that the “corner had been turned”. From then on the numbers grew theSubsequent highest bidder.bulletins Their were designedfluctuating to informnumbers members had not oninhibited Rotary thematters members and withinvolving his joint us inresponsibilities competitive sporting of Secretary, events until during 1989 membership hit 30 and on 14 June, 1989 it was reported that the attendance averaged 90%. From 1990 suchBulletin as games Editor of and volleyball Rotary Informationand gumboot Officer, soccer, mini Lindsay golf Spencerchallenges, did just and that. in the He debates made brief which mention they often of the won. speakers During but the numbers began to slip again and despite the encouragement of Malcolm Busch and Brian Tong, membership fell to aconcentrated period of resurgence on conveying in September a good deal 1989, of Rotary Jeanette Information Hubbard and to theher newteam members very successfully under headings conducted such one as: of our weekly fewer than 10. The club needed desperate support. As this was not forthcoming, the club went into recess in June 1993. meetings at the Chalet. However, despite their imaginative projects such as those mentioned, their numbers again began It must be appreciated that for over 20 years, groups of young people had contributed a great deal to the society they served to decreaseThe distribution after the end of ofRotary the decade.Districts in NZ and the scope of their projects and contributions to our club were very worthwhile. The election of District Governors and their roles. All the Rotarians found a special empathy with the Rotaractors and endeavoured to help them whenever they could 10.1.2 Imaginative projects withThe the schemesmeaning theyof a Provisionalattempted toClub put to in Terrace place. End.Their support of, and contributions to, the running of our club were Many of their projects matched the prevailing sentiment that existed in the Palmerston North Community at the time. In significantExplanation and theirof avenues own attitudes of service. can be reflected in the accompanying letter written by Jeanette Hubbard one of the later June 1980 at the invitation of the Rotaract Club, we held our weekly meeting with them at Freyberg High School. The presidentsWhat does of the membership club. of Rotary give its members? topic for the night was “Alcohol Awareness” with Professor Dick Batt as their principal speaker. In addition, representatives Defining duties. from the Liquor Advisory Board gave the younger members two or three drinks and then tested their reactions on a testing 10.2Rotary The in Newbeginnings Zealand. of the Rotary Club of Milson 1972 machine which they had brought with them. As the bulletin editor commented, their ideas on the amount of alcohol An Whyextension Limited of the Classifications? Rotary ideals was one of the valuable aims of the Rotary International movement and by 1966 three consumed needed to reach the legal alcohol level were rudely shattered. Other details about the age of drinkers in taverns, clubs had been introduced to the organisation within the Palmerston North area: Palmerston North (1924), Terrace relationship to violent crime and the incidence of motor accidents impressed the listeners as creating very serious situations. EndWhat (1958), is a andRotary Awapuni club? (1966). Extensions into other suburban areas did not occur until 1972 when two clubs were All the Rotarians congratulated the Rotaractors on a worthwhile and educational evening. 23 charteredThe ‘4 and - TerraceWay Test’ End as a wasmeasuring responsible stick, for etc. one of them.

DuringThe bulletin 1970, thedated directors 19 June of included the Rotary a committee Clubs of Palmerston plan for the North club andas follows: Terrace End were already discussing the eventuality Another project in 1982 took a year to complete even though it competed with other pressing commitments. The of a new club and Terrace End had agreed to cede some of its territory from Princess St to Victoria Avenue to Palmerston Rotaractors determined that they would raise $1300 to pay for a baby alarm to donate to the Palmerston North Hospital North to make way for a new club and to make the territorial divisions equitable. From 4 February, 1972 the editor Board of Directors because at that time concern was being expressed over the large number of cot deaths being reported in New Zealand. In indicated in a series of bulletins that the Rotary Club of Takaro, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Palmerston North would August 1982 they initiated the plan and with a series of activities, which included Lorraine Guthberlet’s fashion parade and holdJack itsSylva charter night on 23 May. However,George the Stuartcreation of even anotherBill Somerville club was simmeringLindsay in the Spencer minds of a number a wine-tasting evening, they were able to present the machine to the Palmerston North Hospital in August 1983. of members so that it came as no surprise when Mac Mitchinson suggested that a fifth club in the city should receive our support.President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary For disadvantaged children they showed a particular concern. For St Dominics School of the Deaf near Feilding they Directors raised sufficient money to buy a climbing net for the school, through car-washing activities at Bruce Markwell’s company, Early in 1973, President Ted Valentine asked three members Past President Frank Brittain, Noel Warner, chairman of the Commercial Motors. After her own son suffered brain damage as the result of a bicycle accident, Rebecca Oaten launched ClubClub ServiceService Committee, and Past PresidentVocational Mac Mitchinson,Service toCommunity report under Service Frank’s chairmanshipInternational on Service the feasibility her Save the Brains Trust campaign that all cyclists should wear crash helmets. Immediately, the Rotaract Club swung into of establishing another Rotary club within our boundaries. The three did a thoroughly commendable job in which they action and held a ‘wheelchair push” to highlight Rebecca’s campaign and to raise funds to support it. considered:Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members One of their greatest frustrations came when they joined the New Zealand-wide scheme to raise money through a “Great • the necessary investigations that would be needed Duck Race”. This event was organised nationally by the New Zealand Heritage Organisation and offered top prizes of Bulletin• the boundariesLindsay within Spencer the areaRay and Amer the effect on the membershipBob Burt of the RCTE Harry Craig $1000 and trips to Nepal, Honolulu and Fiji. We didn’t hear of any coming to our region. Locally, it was envisaged that • the transference of Rotarians from RCTE to form the nucleus of a new club the Terrace End Rotaractors would sell 6000 ducks at $2 each and that at a certain time the ducks would be released to race Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell • the ultimate formation of yet another club in eight to 10 years 23 You can always spot a well-informed man. His views coincide with yours. 242 Every You canRotarian always is spot an example a well-informed to youth. man. His views coincide with yours.

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• a conclusion and a recommendation The written recommendation of the sub-committee, which is still in our archives, detailed that the investigation was worthwhile, and should be continued.25 By April, the sub-committee had received the support of the club members for the formation of a new club and by 11 May Frank Brittain was appointed to undertake the extension of Rotary into a new area that Terrace End had recently earmarked for this eventuality. Bernie Child, the incoming president in 1973-74, continued to encourage Frank and his committee in the establishment of the new club.

Prospective new members to Rotary were invited to join and those who accepted were asked to the tea meetings each Wednesday from 28 September. From our club the following members transferred to Milson: Alan Lockie, who became President, Mac Mitchinson, Ewen Orsborne, John Evans, Peter Wolff, Leo Forbes, Gus Woods, John Robson, and Dick McLean. As there was quite a large number of experienced Rotarians transferring to it, the new club had every advantage of operating confidently. Prior to the Milson club’s first meeting, Terrace End held a Ladies’ Night on Saturday, 13 October, 1973 to which the new prospective Milson Rotarians and their Rotariannes were invited to attend as honoured guests. In the subsequent bulletin the editor, Ross Cuff, said the evening was a “rip roaring success”, which promised well for the young club. Milson’s inaugural night of the provisional members was held at the Chalet on 15 October and it has continued to meet there each Monday evening ever since. Its own Charter Night was held at the Awapuni Race Course on 26 November, 1973 and its first Ladies’ Night was officially held on 25 March, 1974. With those in charge it could not have been anything else but another “rip roaring success”.

Milson’s association with our club has been a warm one and on the occasion of its 15th anniversary, made a generous donation of $2000 to the then, Mike Hansen Memorial Educational Foundation. It was a privilege to include another group of members into the select membership of Rotary.

10.3 Kakamigahara 1972 It is quite a common practice for Rotary clubs to have a matching club in another country. Terrace End has made two such contacts - the first with Kakamigahara in Japan in 1972-73, and the second with Missoula in USA.

Before extending a Rotary relationship in Japan the club had already met up with a young Japanese female student, Eiko Miura, who came privately to study at Freyberg High School. After her arrival, the Rotary Club of Terrace End took on the task of hosting her but how she came into contact with Terrace End has been difficult to determine. After a number of unfortunate hosting experiences, Judy and John Robson offered to be her host parents and she became part of their family and introduced a number of problems both to herself and to her hosts - language, boys, and a different experience. Judy and John have many incidents to relate but Eiko’s attitude possibly can be reflected in the following example. Eiko had never ridden a bicycle and as she was attending Freyberg High and Judy didn’t want to take her to school each day, they got a bicycle for her. Her training period was short and oblivious to all the advice she had been given she set out for school. Judy, in an apprehensive frame of mind, watched her negotiate College Street the first day she set out. The traffic swerved around Eiko who arrived and returned unscathed. When Judy admonished her for disregarding her advice Eiko replied, “It’s OK. I have got insurance.”

The club appears to have paid some of her pocket money because there is record that on one occasion each member had to contribute 75cents to pay for Eiko’s debts. Eiko was reluctant to return to her hometown of Fukushima, about 240 kms north of Tokyo, mainly because of boyfriend commitments. However, when she did return home, she had a good command of English after the Robsons’ tuition. Back in Japan she started working in a travel agency, which she enjoyed. She married a Japanese engineer and in writing to the Robsons told them that she had taken their advice. She had married for love and had not suffered an arranged marriage.26

When John led a delegation of building contractors to an international conference in the Philippines he was able to visit Eiko in Japan and was wonderfully well received. Later, Mac and Jenny Mitchinson visited her and were given the same treatment. John said that she did not communicate often but her impetuosity was responsible for a single letter and later a telephone call from Brussels. He reckons that if she turns up on their doorstep one day they will not be surprised.

Another contact with the club was made in March 1972 when the visiting Group Study Exchange team from district 361 Gifu, Japan visited our district. At that time, Rex Weber of Palmerston North was the District Governor and his GSE committee comprised Rusty Carson of Palmerston North and two of our members, Mac Mitchinson, and Vern Toms. Mac Mitchinson accompanied the team members and found them a charming group of graduates. The team was led by Rokuro Kato, a charter member, and Past President of the Rotary Club of Kakamigahara and so began an association with 25 The kindly word that fails today may bear fruit tomorrow. 26 A man resting on his laurels is wearing them in the wrong place.

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• a conclusion and a recommendation anAt theoverseas 20 November club which meeting, has survived under until President this day. John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the The written recommendation of the sub-committee, which is still in our archives, detailed that the investigation was Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 worthwhile, and should be continued.25 Tedagain Valentine chaired ,by was President President John of Terrace Hubbard. End inThe 1972-73 club approved when contact unanimously was first themade formation with the ofRotary a new Clubclub of withKakamigahara the revised By April, the sub-committee had received the support of the club members for the formation of a new club and by 11 May andboundary projects line were being devised 100 yards to familiarise West of Alberteach club St, runningwith the from other. the In Manawatu 1973 a slide/tape River to presentationRichardson’s ofLine. Palmerston North Frank Brittain was appointed to undertake the extension of Rotary into a new area that Terrace End had recently earmarked was sent to Kakamigahara and that club reciprocated with tapes in 1975. Personal contacts were made between the two for this eventuality. Bernie Child, the incoming president in 1973-74, continued to encourage Frank and his committee clubsSo the when new RockyProvisional Kato Rotaryof Kakamighara Club of Terraceand his EndGSE was team formed, visited interestinglyus in 1972 and with when John Alan Hubbard, Jolley visitedfather Rocky’sof a present club in the establishment of the new club. duringmember a Grahamtrip to Japan Hubbard in 1974., as President For most of years the Palmerstonsince, Christmas North cards Rotary have Club. been Theexchanged new club and hadour club22 initial has alsomembers regularly and sentthe first used Newmeeting Zealand was to stampsbe held to on the 22 Japanese May, 1958. club. InThe 1990-91 provisional Kakamigahara induction date showed was setits appreciationfor 7 July, 1958, by sending with Jack a pairSylva Prospective new members to Rotary were invited to join and those who accepted were asked to the tea meetings each ofto Japanesebe the first lanterns president to Terrace of the Endnew as club. a gift. However, our club faced problems of storage and as it was contrary to Japanese Wednesday from 28 September. From our club the following members transferred to Milson: Alan Lockie, who became protocol to dispense with a gift, the club offered to lend the gift to the Centre for Japanese Studies at Massey University President, Mac Mitchinson, Ewen Orsborne, John Evans, Peter Wolff, Leo Forbes, Gus Woods, John Robson, and Dick inAt Maya meeting 1991. on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined McLean. As there was quite a large number of experienced Rotarians transferring to it, the new club had every advantage meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of of operating confidently. Prior to the Milson club’s first meeting, Terrace End held a Ladies’ Night on Saturday, 13 the 10.4Palmerston Women North and theClub Rotary should Club be detailed of Terrace to attendEnd the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. October, 1973 to which the new prospective Milson Rotarians and their Rotariannes were invited to attend as honoured Membership of the Rotary was regarded as a man’s privilege in a man’s domain and as a men’s club the role of women guests. In the subsequent bulletin the editor, Ross Cuff, said the evening was a “rip roaring success”, which promised well was mainly a supportive one. In time, some of the ideals of the organisation encouraged Rotarians’ wives to create an for the young club. Milson’s inaugural night of the provisional members was held at the Chalet on 15 October and it has organisation3.3 The of Provisionaltheir own withoutClub a commitment to Rotary membership. Later, opportunities enabled women to become continued to meet there each Monday evening ever since. Its own Charter Night was held at the Awapuni Race Course on fully-fledgedIn the first bulletin members dated of clubs4 June, within 1958, the Lindsay Rotary Spencer International announced organisation. that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 26 November, 1973 and its first Ladies’ Night was officially held on 25 March, 1974. With those in charge it could not of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, have been anything else but another “rip roaring success”. was 10.4.1one of Thethe foundation supportive membersrole of women of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Marjorie Crystall, Ivy Pilalis, and Joy Valentine all describe their roles in the club as supporting their husbands in most of Milson’s association with our club has been a warm one and on the occasion of its 15th anniversary, made a generous Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary the socialising and fundraising activities. In order to raise funds the women helped by holding their own street sales down donation of $2000 to the then, Mike Hansen Memorial Educational Foundation. It was a privilege to include another Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End. During working bees the women provided the morning and afternoon teas to sustain the workers and on group of members into the select membership of Rotary. at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 each occasion they worked very hard but also had a great deal of fun. In that first decade many of the BBQs were held at Crystalls’ at Stoney Creek Rd and most ended up with dances in the woolshed. The visiting women, who found it a novelty 10.3 Kakamigahara 1972 toSubsequent go to the bulletinstoilet in awere tin sheddesigned outside to inform the woolshed, members gave on Rotarystrict instructions matters and to with their his companions joint responsibilities to keep the of menSecretary, away Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but It is quite a common practice for Rotary clubs to have a matching club in another country. Terrace End has made two such from the toilet. “But our men were naughty men in those days”, one lady recounted.27 contacts - the first with Kakamigahara in Japan in 1972-73, and the second with Missoula in USA. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: The club president’s wife was obliged to hold morning tea functions to get to know the wives of members who had just Before extending a Rotary relationship in Japan the club had already met up with a young Japanese female student, Eiko joinedThe the distribution club. Her greatestof Rotary challenge Districts was in duringNZ the visit of the District Governor when she was expected to host his wife Miura, who came privately to study at Freyberg High School. After her arrival, the Rotary Club of Terrace End took on andThe the wiveselection of theof clubDistrict directors Governors while and the their formalities roles. of the club were attended to in a male-orientated domain. Later the task of hosting her but how she came into contact with Terrace End has been difficult to determine. After a number in theThe day, meaning having toof attenda Provisional a Ladies’ Club Night to Terrace in honour End. of the DG placed some strain on the president’s wife and the wives of unfortunate hosting experiences, Judy and John Robson offered to be her host parents and she became part of their of theExplanation board members. of avenues However, of service. the attitudes gradually changed and while in 1975 the ladies were expected to wear long family and introduced a number of problems both to herself and to her hosts - language, boys, and a different experience. frocks during an official DG’s visit, by 1978 women were permitted to dress less formally. Judy and John have many incidents to relate but Eiko’s attitude possibly can be reflected in the following example. Eiko What does membership of Rotary give its members? had never ridden a bicycle and as she was attending Freyberg High and Judy didn’t want to take her to school each day, As theDefining members duties. wanted their wives to meet other club members and their wives, picture parties, visits to Centrepoint, they got a bicycle for her. Her training period was short and oblivious to all the advice she had been given she set out for dances,Rotary visits in toNew places Zealand. like the Waipipi Sands, etc. were organised outside the formalities of the club meetings. During school. Judy, in an apprehensive frame of mind, watched her negotiate College Street the first day she set out. The traffic Bill WhyJohnston’s Limited term Classifications? of office his wife Ena, who was teaching at the time, tried to organise regular coffee mornings. The swerved around Eiko who arrived and returned unscathed. When Judy admonished her for disregarding her advice Eiko women suggested that they should meet at 6-8 week intervals. At these meetings speakers like Joan Burford would recount replied, “It’s OK. I have got insurance.” incidentsWhat thatis a Rotaryoccurred club? during trips they had made away from New Zealand. Ena went to the trouble of writing regular newslettersThe ‘4 -for Way the Test’wives as of a clubmeasuring members stick, and etc. the group even had a small collection fund to enable them to pay for flowers The club appears to have paid some of her pocket money because there is record that on one occasion each member had to present to women in hospital. to contribute 75cents to pay for Eiko’s debts. Eiko was reluctant to return to her hometown of Fukushima, about 240 The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: kms north of Tokyo, mainly because of boyfriend commitments. However, when she did return home, she had a good The conferences were well attended. Those attending conferences held during the early two decades dressed very formally command of English after the Robsons’ tuition. Back in Japan she started working in a travel agency, which she enjoyed. but in the latter two decades many dressed up to match the theme of the evenings. As a consequence, the women got Board of Directors She married a Japanese engineer and in writing to the Robsons told them that she had taken their advice. She had married to know most of the other wives in working and convivial atmospheres. Ivy Pilalis was one of the women who helped 26 for love and had not suffered an arranged marriage. promoteJack Sylva a later organisation, the Inner Wheel,George inStuart Palmerston NorthBill andSomerville was pleased with Lindsaythe response. Spencer However, she pointed out that while it included many of the wives of Rotarians in Palmerston North and widened their vision, the When John led a delegation of building contractors to an international conference in the Philippines he was able to visit family-likePresident atmosphere of the Terrace EndTreasurer associations dropped awayVice-President and the familiarity of membersSecretary was diluted. Eiko in Japan and was wonderfully well received. Later, Mac and Jenny Mitchinson visited her and were given the same Directors treatment. John said that she did not communicate often but her impetuosity was responsible for a single letter and later a The club became aware of this division of interests being created and in later decades often made efforts to include their telephone call from Brussels. He reckons that if she turns up on their doorstep one day they will not be surprised. wivesClub jointlyService in many of the activities in theVocational club. Whenever Service song groupsCommunity were being Service organisedInternational participants Servicefrom the wives were asked to contribute so that at Christmas parties and Change Overs the women became vital members of the local Another contact with the club was made in March 1972 when the visiting Group Study Exchange team from district 361 entertainment.Bill Somerville As there was a great deal ofNeil talent Turnbull in the club amongMerv the women, Dymock as well as theGeorge men, domestic Stuart programmes Gifu, Japan visited our district. At that time, Rex Weber of Palmerston North was the District Governor and his GSE and items were encouraged. committee comprised Rusty Carson of Palmerston North and two of our members, Mac Mitchinson, and Vern Toms. Members Mac Mitchinson accompanied the team members and found them a charming group of graduates. The team was led by OnBulletin one occasion, duringLindsay the thirdSpencer decade,Ray a Ladies’ Amer Night was held Bobat which Burt a group of musiciansHarry from Craig Palmerston North Rokuro Kato, a charter member, and Past President of the Rotary Club of Kakamigahara and so began an association with Girls’ High School entertained the assembly. The board had determined that entertainers need audiences, that young 25 The kindly word that fails today may bear fruit tomorrow. peopleFellowship needed to appreciateHarold Parlanethat all grey-hairedTom Baker people were not old,Peter and Caldwell that adults neededBill to Howell appreciate the splendid 26 A man resting on his laurels is wearing them in the wrong place. 272 Every The Rotarianless one hasis an to exampledo the less to youth.time one finds to do it.

Page 34 Page 133527 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 talents of young people. But this was only part of the evening because the ladies had been asked to display their interests and talents by holding an artistic display of their interests and pastimes. Collections of dolls, painted plates, dressmaking, paintings, invitation cards with pressed flowers etc provided an outstanding display which had many people saying, “I didn’t know that you did that”, “How did you get that effect?” and “When did you start?” In fact, the evening was spent firstly in appreciating the talents of the young schoolgirls and then appreciating the talents of the older ladies associated with the club.28

In extending the entertainment within the club, the women were asked to organise events. Well into the fourth decade Norma Tong arranged groups for the Graeme Campbell/Jim Esson Change Over. Her women helpers did this by dressing in costumes appropriate for a surgeon and an entomologist and sang parodies aimed at these two professions. Ann Eggers, Annette Gregg, June Inder and Joyce Bullock acted out some Raold Dahl nursery rhymes in partnership with their husbands at a Christmas function. Fay Burns was a regular singer with Marg Rainford and Jenny Hubbard and these three were involved in much decorating of the venue and the tables for special occasions. Alison Dodds was frequently called upon to help decorate using floral effects. Angela Esson and Heather Johanson will never live down their impersonation of the Topp Twins. On another occasion the wives or partners of the members present read out rhymes that described features of their husband’s work or indiscretions. Domestic entertainment was a feature of the special club meetings and everyone seemed to enjoy seeing the people they knew acting out another talented role. Hence the women’s roles became just as extensive and as important as the men’s roles when entertainment was being featured.

10.5 The Inner Wheel Club 1977 The Inner Wheel Club was established by a group of women in Manchester in 1923. The Rotarian husbands were keen that their wives should experience some of the fellowship that they experienced as members of the Rotary organisation, and they supported the movement that the women had convened. About 1936, an Inner Wheel Chapter was started in Napier but the club was not presented with a charter until 1946. In 1967 the Inner Wheel movement became an international organisation and during 1969 its growth in New Zealand was quite rapid. Eight years later, the establishment of the Inner Wheel organisation was fostered in Palmerston North by the formation of two clubs, which were supported by the five Rotary clubs at that time. Hence, our club helped in the creation of the Palmerston North Inner Wheel Club, 44 years after the initial establishment of the organisation in New Zealand.

The first meeting was held on 21October, 1969 in the home of Sadie Child, to discover the interest that women might have for the movement. There appears to have been little initial support for the idea because the formation of a club never eventuated, due to a number of factors. On the one hand, the representatives who came down from Taihape, where a club had been established, appeared rather aloof to our egalitarian women. Other factors were the fierce opposition from some of the men, especially from the Palmerston North club, and the fact that our young wives had many commitments to their family and their husbands’ occupations. At a later meeting in April 1977, held in Ivy Pilalis’s home, interest was rekindled. This time the representatives from the successful New Plymouth Club appeared more sympathetic, the men more supportive and the members of the target club were older and less committed to outside agencies. As a postscript, the New Plymouth ladies offered a friendly warning, “If you form a club do not let it become sandwich makers for your Rotary clubs.”

It was agreed that a provisional group should be formed and at another meeting in Ivy Pilalis’s home on 24 June, 1977 the following elections were made: Joyce Hall, of Palmerston North Rotary, the Charter President; Joy Valentine from Terrace End, the Charter Secretary; and Kay Higgins, Milson, the Charter Treasurer. This leadership took the group to its Charter Presentation in June 1978 and the establishment of the currently successful Inner Wheel of Palmerston North. It has become obvious that none of the members have become sandwich makers but have helped a group of ladies enjoy the contacts of a wider circle of friends with a wider circle of interests.

While these ladies were not active members of a Rotary club nor did they aspire to Rotary membership, they were influenced by Rotary ideals and the Inner Wheel is considered to be a valuable extension of Rotary.

10.6 Introducing women as members 1995 A court case in the USA in September 1987 determined that women could be nominated to join Rotary but it was some time before that practice was accepted in our club. Ultimately the club came to recognise that women could play a vital part as members and within a short time of joining, one woman Rotarian became a member of our Board of Directors.29

The formalities of admitting women as members of the club were a prolonged exercise. The constitutional documents of Rotary International provided that a Rotary club should be composed of “adult males”. However, in 1963 the club 28 Ah, for the ‘Good Old Days’ - formerly known as ‘these trying times’. 29 If you drink like a fish, swim, - don’t drink.

Page 2836 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End talents of young people. But this was only part of the evening because the ladies had been asked to display their interests membersAt the 20 wereNovember advised meeting, that an amendmentunder President to the John RI Hubbard,constitution it washad resolved been proposed to recommend and the followingto the club is members a quotation that from the and talents by holding an artistic display of their interests and pastimes. Collections of dolls, painted plates, dressmaking, thePalmerston bulletin Northof 13 September,club sponsor 1963: a new “The club inproposed this area. enactment This matter would was provide discussed that at any the andclub all assembly words in on the 17 constitutionalMarch, 1958 paintings, invitation cards with pressed flowers etc provided an outstanding display which had many people saying, “I documentsagain chaired importing by President the male John gender Hubbard. may beThe interpreted club approved to include unanimously the feminine, the formation thus permitting of a new a club club to withelect the a woman revised didn’t know that you did that”, “How did you get that effect?” and “When did you start?” In fact, the evening was spent orboundary women lineto membership being 100 yards of such West a club.”of Albert There St, running is no mentionfrom the whether Manawatu or not River the toamendment Richardson’s was Line. passed but it would firstly in appreciating the talents of the young schoolgirls and then appreciating the talents of the older ladies associated appear that it was not because it was almost 10 years before the idea was mentioned again. with the club.28 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Inmember 1972, Grahamclub members Hubbard were, as asked President to express of the their Palmerston views about North including Rotary Club.women The as members new club into had the 22 organisation.initial members There and In extending the entertainment within the club, the women were asked to organise events. Well into the fourth decade wasthe firsta strong meeting movement was to afootbe held from on women22 May, to1958. become The members provisional of theinduction Rotary organisationdate was set forthat 7 matchedJuly, 1958, their with aggressive Jack Sylva Norma Tong arranged groups for the Graeme Campbell/Jim Esson Change Over. Her women helpers did this by dressing activityto be the of first establishing president their of the equality new club. with men in other spheres. Earlier, the members and the ladies had listened to Pat in costumes appropriate for a surgeon and an entomologist and sang parodies aimed at these two professions. Ann Shields, whose wife had been the inaugural President of the Research in Women in New Zealand organisation and who Eggers, Annette Gregg, June Inder and Joyce Bullock acted out some Raold Dahl nursery rhymes in partnership with their hadAt a wonmeeting a Churchill on 29 May,scholarship 1958, ato number Australia. of recommendationsThe title of Pat Shields’ were madeaddress for wasthe “Women”. conduct of Aboutthe new a year club. later, Combined Dr Olga husbands at a Christmas function. Fay Burns was a regular singer with Marg Rainford and Jenny Hubbard and these three Battmeetings attended of the a symposiumPalmerston onNorth women and inTerrace the USA End and committees as a result were of her to experiencesbe held and came one directorback to Palmerstonand three members North and of were involved in much decorating of the venue and the tables for special occasions. Alison Dodds was frequently called spokethe Palmerston at another North Ladies’ Club Night should in Septemberbe detailed 1972.to attend In theApril Terrace 1973, End Audrey weekly Green, meetings. a local Lindsay and popular Spencer broadcaster, a Palmerston and upon to help decorate using floral effects. Angela Esson and Heather Johanson will never live down their impersonation entertainer,North Rotarian, spoke was at aplaced Ladies’ on Night loan andto the helped new ourclub auctioneer to act as its to secretary sell Tongan and bags to help to the the assembled club to become audience. established. In a bulletin of the Topp Twins. On another occasion the wives or partners of the members present read out rhymes that described dated 17 March, 1972 members were asked to consider the following topic: “The Place of Women in Rotary - Should features of their husband’s work or indiscretions. Domestic entertainment was a feature of the special club meetings and it be3.3 an exclusivelyThe Provisional male domain?”Club So it was in those early days that the seeds of women’s independence and ultimate everyone seemed to enjoy seeing the people they knew acting out another talented role. Hence the women’s roles became membershipIn the first bulletinof our Rotarydated 4club June, were 1958, being Lindsay cast. Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club just as extensive and as important as the men’s roles when entertainment was being featured. of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, wasIt appeared one of thethat foundation the idea of members accepting of women the club. as co-members He also announced came very that slowly. the caterers It was would not until be Mr1987, & Mrsanother Christensen, 15 years, 10.5 The Inner Wheel Club 1977 knownthat club as membersthe Regal Caterersfaced the, anddilemma that each again. member They would received pay a4/6d. formal At questionnairethis first meeting from the our speaker District would Governor be Mr entitledMonty The Inner Wheel Club was established by a group of women in Manchester in 1923. The Rotarian husbands were keen Lascelles”Women ofin Westshore, Rotary” in Napier.which they This had was to anregister appropriate their personal choice ofopinions. speaker becauseThis generated Monty hada debate, been a whichmember was of quitethe Rotaryfierce, that their wives should experience some of the fellowship that they experienced as members of the Rotary organisation, and Cluband some of Palmerston members declaredNorth since that Decemberthey would 1944 resign and if suchhad beenan eventuality one of the should prime comemovers about. for the The formation leaders of theRotary new withinclub they supported the movement that the women had convened. About 1936, an Inner Wheel Chapter was started in Napier atour Terrace district End were before forced he to was turn transferred their attentions to Napier. to the2 place of women within the organisation. In May 1987 nominations but the club was not presented with a charter until 1946. In 1967 the Inner Wheel movement became an international were called for members of the first all-women’s team to make up a Group Study Exchange team to leave our district to go to England. Towards the end of the year David Drake, our editor, passed on a message from DG Ross George when he organisation and during 1969 its growth in New Zealand was quite rapid. Eight years later, the establishment of the Inner Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, wrote an article in an October newsletter under the heading: “The Latest Word (but not the last)”. Wheel organisation was fostered in Palmerston North by the formation of two clubs, which were supported by the five Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but “You will be aware of the decision of the US Supreme Court requiring Rotary International to permit its clubs to admit Rotary clubs at that time. Hence, our club helped in the creation of the Palmerston North Inner Wheel Club, 44 years concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: after the initial establishment of the organisation in New Zealand. women members in the United States. The Board of Directors of RI has NOT extended this ruling to other countries. The matter for worldwide treatment will be considered at the Council on Legislation in Singapore in early 1989. In the The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ meantime, it will be helpful if the clubs in our district discuss the question of Women in Rotary and particularly the effect The first meeting was held on 21October, 1969 in the home of Sadie Child, to discover the interest that women might The election of District Governors and their roles. have for the movement. There appears to have been little initial support for the idea because the formation of a club never and the appropriateness of deleting the word “male” from the qualification for membership in a Rotary club. At some eventuated, due to a number of factors. On the one hand, the representatives who came down from Taihape, where a pointThe between meaning now of anda Provisional the Council Club on to Legislation Terrace End. meeting, we will have to discuss our views at district level, and club club had been established, appeared rather aloof to our egalitarian women. Other factors were the fierce opposition from spokesmenExplanation will needof avenues to have of gauged service. the opinions of their members in order to speak for them”. some of the men, especially from the Palmerston North club, and the fact that our young wives had many commitments What does membership of Rotary give its members? At our meeting on 7 March, 1889 Secretary Arthur Treble produced a copy of amendments to the RI constitution and yes to their family and their husbands’ occupations. At a later meeting in April 1977, held in Ivy Pilalis’s home, interest was Defining duties. rekindled. This time the representatives from the successful New Plymouth Club appeared more sympathetic, the men it detailed that women would be admitted as members of Rotary very soon. However, by that time our club members were unanimousRotary in in New the decision Zealand. to include women in the movement and when Pat Toomey upgraded the bylaws in June 1989 more supportive and the members of the target club were older and less committed to outside agencies. As a postscript, 30 the New Plymouth ladies offered a friendly warning, “If you form a club do not let it become sandwich makers for your he showedWhy Limited our support Classifications? by replacing the word “man” in the bylaws with the word “person”. Rotary clubs.” What is a Rotary club? 10.6.1 Our first women club members The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. It was agreed that a provisional group should be formed and at another meeting in Ivy Pilalis’s home on 24 June, 1977 Still the status quo remained for some considerable time until in November 1995, DG Eric Linklater attended our club the following elections were made: Joyce Hall, of Palmerston North Rotary, the Charter President; Joy Valentine from toThe welcome bulletin Jill dated Dixon 19 andJune Judith included Woods a committee as our first plan womenfor the clubmembers as follows: of the club. They both were committed members Terrace End, the Charter Secretary; and Kay Higgins, Milson, the Charter Treasurer. This leadership took the group to its and Judith took a leadership role with Graham Wilson and Allan Walters in organising the Women’s Health Forum in Charter Presentation in June 1978 and the establishment of the currently successful Inner Wheel of Palmerston North. It July 1996. Both Jill and Judith took their turns on 1 May, 1996 as sergeants in a dual act. The bulletin editor did not has become obvious that none of the members have become sandwich makers but have helped a group of ladies enjoy the recordBoard aof summary Directors of the sergeants’ fines but no doubt some “outrageous arrows” were cast. At the beginning of 1997 we contacts of a wider circle of friends with a wider circle of interests. had a Rotarian visitor from Taihape who was moving to Palmerston North, so we were happy to welcome Jan Fitzgerald to Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer our ever-growing female membership. Evergrowing was the characteristic of the time because she was inducted with Sue While these ladies were not active members of a Rotary club nor did they aspire to Rotary membership, they were influenced BurnetPresident at the same meeting in March. However,Treasurer a fortnight later JudithVice-President Woods departed afterSecretary being headhunted for a job by Rotary ideals and the Inner Wheel is considered to be a valuable extension of Rotary. in Southland and Jill Dixon had to resign because of ill health as a consequence of her being in an air accident two years earlier.Directors Sue was asked to be secretary during Jim Esson’s year as president and she took her place comfortably as our first woman Rotarian on our Board of Directors. 10.6 Introducing women as members 1995 Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service A court case in the USA in September 1987 determined that women could be nominated to join Rotary but it was some time before that practice was accepted in our club. Ultimately the club came to recognise that women could play a vital TheBill Somervilleroles of women were gradually beingNeil accepted Turnbull as being in a partnershipMerv Dymock with their male Georgecolleagues Stuart in the organisation part as members and within a short time of joining, one woman Rotarian became a member of our Board of Directors.29 and our club displayed this attitude by asking pairs of sergeants to function at special meetings. Jim and Ruth Kerr, Jim and AngelaMembers Esson, and David and Gaewyn Grant exhibited the partnership contract when as sergeants they extracted fines from the guests. The club is now committed to recognising the equality that exists within the organisation and looks forward to The formalities of admitting women as members of the club were a prolonged exercise. The constitutional documents Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig a greater number of inductions of women members. of Rotary International provided that a Rotary club should be composed of “adult males”. However, in 1963 the club 28 Ah, for the ‘Good Old Days’ - formerly known as ‘these trying times’. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 29 If you drink like a fish, swim, - don’t drink. 230 Every Not manyRotarian of us is canan example move mountains. to youth. The best that we can do is throw an occasional bluff.

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11. COMMUNITY PROJECTS

11.1 Manawatu Enterprises Inc 1974 Some of the club’s projects took a long time to be realised and often the implementation of accepted projects depended upon the drive of one or two members. This was the case of the Manawatu Enterprises, which was the brainchild of Jim Greenslade. He was a member who, as a chairman, had great qualities of delegation, and it was his dream, which ultimately earned the club a Rotary District Significant Achievement Award. However, despite having received such an honour, few of the club members were aware of the traumas that bedevilled later administrators of the enterprise.

11.1.1 Part I The concept of Manawatu Enterprises was introduced to members of the Community Service Committee in February 1974. Jim Greenslade, who was president of the Manawatu Branch of the New Zealand Crippled Children’s Society, described to the committee members the desirability of having an industrial unit for the Crippled Children’s Society in Palmerston North. This industrial work unit would cater for disabled people where they could be trained in a variety of skills. Some of the disabled would become so adept that they would be able to apply for jobs in the normal work force, while others would be able to meet the demands of some repetitive type of work only on site in the workshop. When the committee accepted his idea and placed it before the entire club for its endorsement, members became aware that it would take a long time to complete the project. As a consequence, the members felt that while the idea was something that the whole club could foster it should be recommended to the Palmerston North community as a necessary innovation.31

A steering committee of Rotary club members for Disabled Sheltered Workshops was set up and met at lunch times in Jim Greenslade’s office at Armaghdown Motors. Details of the progress were scarce because the project was not portrayed well at meetings of our club and most members were unaware of the extent and purpose of the project. They were quite content to let those interested get on with the job. And this is what the members did. They knocked on doors of various agencies to seek the public support that they needed.

Southland Enterprises (Inc), a similar organisation in Invercargill, was able to give the members the necessary statistics to make it a viable proposition. Southland Enterprises also detailed the problems members of the board would have to overcome and the extent of the involvement of board members. Support sought from the New Zealand Crippled Children’s Society confirmed that the society would underwrite the losses for the first three years and this removed apprehension from members’ minds regarding the suitability of the guarantors.

In December 1975 Jim Greenslade resigned from our club and joined the Rotary Club of Palmerston North. While he still kept in close contact with the project, the promotion of the scheme remained with our club. Hence, it was Roy Hills with President Wally Hobbs, who then played very important roles in getting the project publicly launched. Under Roy and Wally’s guidance the club agreed to call a public meeting on Tuesday, 17 February to place the facts before the residents of Palmerston North. At the next Rotary night, on 20 February, 1976, Roy expressed his great disappointment at the scarcity of Rotarians at the public meeting for the Sheltered Workshop Unit. Fortunately, while it appeared that the Rotarians were conspicuous by their absences, other people in the community recognised that there was a need for the unit that Roy had described. He was able to report back to the club that an interim committee had been formed to develop the unit.

Because of all the background work that the steering committee had completed, progress was achieved quite quickly from then on. Early in March 1976 Wally Hobbs and Jim Greenslade met the Director General of Social Welfare in Wellington to discuss the proposal and to seek the support of its agencies. As the pair envisaged that they would need 3-4000 square feet to operate in, Roy and Wally sought support from club members to acquire a suitable building.

In mid-March Roy Hills reminded the club members of another public meeting in the city council chambers to be held on 24 March. At the following Rotary meeting Roy spoke enthusiastically about the progress of the project and this time thanked the members for their very supportive attendance at the meeting. At this Rotary meeting he mentioned that the early proposal, which had originally been known as the Industrial Unit for Crippled Children, and later as the Sheltered Workshop Unit or Sheltered Industrial Unit would soon be registered as an incorporated society under the name of Manawatu Enterprises Incorporated. Although the new name was registered, successive bulletin editors still referred to it as the sheltered workshop.

Weekly, Roy reported that progress was being made, but the information was described as being “classified” so few hard facts were passed on to the members. However, Wally Hobbs urged members to attend another public meeting in the council chambers and as this was a “whole club” project he expected more than just the Vocational Committee members to

31 Give me chastity and self-restraint but do not give it to me yet.

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11. COMMUNITY PROJECTS attend.At the 20 This November public meeting,meeting underwas well President supported John and Hubbard, confirmed it was that resolved everything to recommend was ready for to thethe clubproject members to proceed. that32 the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Inagain the chaired bulletin by of President 4 June, Roy John is Hubbard.reported as The having club thanked approved everyone unanimously for his support,the formation but it ofwas a Wallynew club who with conveyed the revised the 11.1 Manawatu Enterprises Inc 1974 club’sboundary thanks line to being Roy 100a man yards who, West for of most Albert of St,the running Rotary year,from hadthe Manawatupersevered Riverwith moreto Richardson’s than his share Line. of setbacks and Some of the club’s projects took a long time to be realised and often the implementation of accepted projects depended frustrations. Of the 25 people who signed the formal application for registration of the society, most were members of the upon the drive of one or two members. This was the case of the Manawatu Enterprises, which was the brainchild of Jim RotarySo the Clubnew Provisionalof Terrace End. Rotary The Club first of TerraceBoard of End Management, was formed, which interestingly had its first with meeting John Hubbard,on 23 July, father 1976, of was a presentcomprised Greenslade. He was a member who, as a chairman, had great qualities of delegation, and it was his dream, which ultimately mainlymember of Graham Rotarians Hubbard from the, as Rotary President Club of ofthe Terrace Palmerston End. North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and earned the club a Rotary District Significant Achievement Award. However, despite having received such an honour, few the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva of the club members were aware of the traumas that bedevilled later administrators of the enterprise. Theto be thefirst first Board president of Management of the new comprised: club.

11.1.1 Part I At a meetingChairman on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendationsWally Hobbs were madeRotary for the Club conduct of Terrace of the End new club. Combined The concept of Manawatu Enterprises was introduced to members of the Community Service Committee in February meetings ofSecretary the Palmerston North and TerraceColin End committeesDavey were to be held “ and“ one “ director “ and “ three members of 1974. Jim Greenslade, who was president of the Manawatu Branch of the New Zealand Crippled Children’s Society, the PalmerstonSolicitor North Club should be detailed Grahamto attend Hubbard the Terrace End weekly “ meetings. “ “ Lindsay “ Spencer “ , a Palmerston described to the committee members the desirability of having an industrial unit for the Crippled Children’s Society in North Rotarian,Board was members placed on loan to the newMalcolm club to act Busch as its secretary and “to help“ the “ club “to become “ established. Palmerston North. This industrial work unit would cater for disabled people where they could be trained in a variety of Alan Jordan “ “ “ “ “ skills. Some of the disabled would become so adept that they would be able to apply for jobs in the normal work force, 3.3 The Provisional Club W. D Young Rotary Club of Palmerston North while others would be able to meet the demands of some repetitive type of work only on site in the workshop. When the In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club committee accepted his idea and placed it before the entire club for its endorsement, members became aware that it would of Terrace End would take place at the Ross IntermediateK.D. Huse School on Monday, 9 “ June at“ 5.45pm. “ The “ Principal, “ Frank Clift, take a long time to complete the project. As a consequence, the members felt that while the idea was something that the was one of the foundation members of the club.B.R. He Austin also announced that Assnthe caterers for Placement would beof MrHandicapped & Mrs Christensen, Children 31 whole club could foster it should be recommended to the Palmerston North community as a necessary innovation. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each memberJim Greenslade would pay 4/6d. At thisNZ first Crippled meeting Children’s the speaker Society would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker becauseex-Rotary Monty Club had of Terracebeen a Endmember of the Rotary A steering committee of Rotary club members for Disabled Sheltered Workshops was set up and met at lunch times in Jim Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club G.W.N. Johansen City Engineer Greenslade’s office at Armaghdown Motors. Details of the progress were scarce because the project was not portrayed well at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 at meetings of our club and most members were unaware of the extent and purpose of the project. They were quite content to let those interested get on with the job. And this is what the members did. They knocked on doors of various agencies ItSubsequent is sad to relate bulletins that wereshortly designed after the to launchinginform members of the Manawatuon Rotary mattersEnterprises, and withRoy Hillshis joint resigned responsibilities from our clubof Secretary, because to seek the public support that they needed. heBulletin was transferred Editor and to Rotary Wellington. Information It is even Officer, sadder Lindsay to mention Spencer that did his just obituary that. He appeared made brief in a mentionclub bulletin of the in speakers June 1979. but Itconcentrated was his energetic on conveying conviction a good of the deal worthwhile of Rotary Informationnature of the to project, the new which members prompted under him,headings in his such last as: year with us, to Southland Enterprises (Inc), a similar organisation in Invercargill, was able to give the members the necessary statistics spend so much time on ensuring its success. to make it a viable proposition. Southland Enterprises also detailed the problems members of the board would have to The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ overcome and the extent of the involvement of board members. Support sought from the New Zealand Crippled Children’s Among the board’s first duties were seeking suitable premises and appointing an appropriate manager. The premises were The election of District Governors and their roles. Society confirmed that the society would underwrite the losses for the first three years and this removed apprehension from found in Tiki St and Mr Fred Pearson, the ex-registrar of Palmerston North Teachers’ College, was appointed manager. members’ minds regarding the suitability of the guarantors. To helpThe themeaning organisation of a Provisional to become Club operational to Terrace by End. 5 July, 1980, members of the club were asked to supply equipment andExplanation furnishings throughof avenues a Rotaryof service. Development Fund which had been set up to manage the contributions from the five In December 1975 Jim Greenslade resigned from our club and joined the Rotary Club of Palmerston North. While he still RotaryWhat clubs does in membership Palmerston ofNorth. Rotary This give fund,its members? together with a Rotary advisory committee, ensured liaison between the kept in close contact with the project, the promotion of the scheme remained with our club. Hence, it was Roy Hills with Rotary clubs and Manawatu Enterprises. The Terrace End club kept a continuous link with the organisation and for a Defining duties. President Wally Hobbs, who then played very important roles in getting the project publicly launched. Under Roy and long time had representatives, Colin Davey, Bob Burns, John Cox, Graham Hubbard and Gavin Johanson on the Board Wally’s guidance the club agreed to call a public meeting on Tuesday, 17 February to place the facts before the residents of of Management.Rotary in New Its Zealand. members have assisted in a number of ways. For example, when requests came for legal help it was Palmerston North. At the next Rotary night, on 20 February, 1976, Roy expressed his great disappointment at the scarcity GrahamWhy HubbardLimited Classifications? who stepped in with professional expertise; when working bees were needed, as in the painting of the of Rotarians at the public meeting for the Sheltered Workshop Unit. Fortunately, while it appeared that the Rotarians were buildingsWhat inis aNovember Rotary club? 1990, it was a large group of members who supplied the practical help. Visits to the premises were conspicuous by their absences, other people in the community recognised that there was a need for the unit that Roy had made by almost the entire club to broaden the members’ awareness of the function of the organisation and to enable them The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. described. He was able to report back to the club that an interim committee had been formed to develop the unit. to advertise the abilities of the disabled to a wider community.

Because of all the background work that the steering committee had completed, progress was achieved quite quickly from InThe the bulletin Rotary datedWorld, 19 1981 June wasincluded designated a committee “The Yearplan offor the the Disabled”club as follows: and on 4 February the World President of Rotary then on. Early in March 1976 Wally Hobbs and Jim Greenslade met the Director General of Social Welfare in Wellington International, Rolf Klarich, visited the combined clubs of Palmerston North at which The Rotary Club of Terrace End to discuss the proposal and to seek the support of its agencies. As the pair envisaged that they would need 3-4000 square actedBoard as of host. Directors Rolf Klarich, was made aware of our project for the disabled and he gave the club a signed $5 note which feet to operate in, Roy and Wally sought support from club members to acquire a suitable building. originally was thought of as a suitable prize for a raffle to raise funds for the venture. In place of the raffle Peter Croad, our president,Jack Sylva persuaded his Board of DirectorsGeorge to donate Stuart $100 to ManawatuBill Somerville Enterprises as a significantLindsay Spencercontribution to mark the occasion, because he and his board preferred to mount the signed note and to frame it with a suitable inscription to In mid-March Roy Hills reminded the club members of another public meeting in the city council chambers to be held President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary on 24 March. At the following Rotary meeting Roy spoke enthusiastically about the progress of the project and this time mark the event. This memorial remains among our archives. thanked the members for their very supportive attendance at the meeting. At this Rotary meeting he mentioned that the Directors early proposal, which had originally been known as the Industrial Unit for Crippled Children, and later as the Sheltered Later in 1981, a call for manual work suitable for the people employed at Manawatu Enterprises was advertised among Workshop Unit or Sheltered Industrial Unit would soon be registered as an incorporated society under the name of clubClub members. Service Two months later the clubVocational heard that Service the institutionCommunity had so much Service work that itInternational had run out ofService handicapped people to run it. In fact, the management was seeking more workers. At that time the workshops were employing Manawatu Enterprises Incorporated. Although the new name was registered, successive bulletin editors still referred to it Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart as the sheltered workshop. approximately 30 handicapped people including a few on the permanent staff. Contracts currently being handled then included:Members Weekly, Roy reported that progress was being made, but the information was described as being “classified” so few hard Sewing sheets, curtains, etc for the Palmerston North Hospital Board facts were passed on to the members. However, Wally Hobbs urged members to attend another public meeting in the Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Sewing money bags for the banks council chambers and as this was a “whole club” project he expected more than just the Vocational Committee members to Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Blowing out wine taps for the brewery 31 Give me chastity and self-restraint but do not give it to me yet. 322 Every You haven’tRotarian asked is an all example the questions to youth. if you know all the answers.

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Assembling wooden pallets for the New Zealand Dairy Board Assembling aluminium windows for a joinery firm Assembling grummets for a plastics firm Assembling sub-units for a filtration firm

Rotarians who were members of Terrace End in those years would have recognised that many of the above products being processed were required by the businesses run by members of our club. The members of our club made significant contributions to the operation of the enterprise and later it was a sorry state of affairs for Manawatu Enterprises when branches in Palmerston North were closed and members of our club transferred.

As a result of the initial success of the undertaking, the project was entered as the Terrace End’s entry for the Rotary District’s Significant Achievement Award in November 1981. It was with a great deal of pride that on 2 July, 1982 the club received that District Award for its Meritorious Project.

When we left Manawatu Enterprises to function under its own leadership, we did not imagine the trauma that it would face in the future. It is with a great deal of humility that we record an item by Alison McNeil who took over as a member of the Board in 1988 and later became its chairman for six years. We imagined that we had given society a novel innovation of which it would be proud and we did not imagine the heartbreak that it would cause among many of our successors. It is only fair that the members should know of the consequences of their well-intended actions.

11.1.2 Part II Although the subsequent activities and success of Manawatu Enterprises are not strictly part of our club history we are sure that most members would be interested to know of the progress of this most successful club project. Mrs Alison McNeil, current Chairman of Manawatu Enterprises, spoke to the club on August 21, 1998 on its progress in recent years and this is a brief summary of her talk.33

Maureen Bird became manager in 1984. At that time the Tiki Place premises were too small for the work offering so in 1986 she commissioned a feasibility study to review the future development of Manawatu Enterprises and the means of implementing any proposed changes. Any move to larger premises required Government funding. The board leased two buildings in Bisley Street in 1986 which were altered to suit their requirements with one building being used for their workshop contract work and the other to set up an industrial kitchen to teach commercial kitchen hand skills, along with a retail cafeteria including Meals on Wheels. As these alterations cost nearly $300,000 with the Government covering 80% of the costs, a debt of $60,000 remained.

Unfortunately, the 1987 economic downturn caused businesses to reduce or withdraw their work contracts with Manawatu Enterprises. This, together with their previous financial obligations, created serious financial problems. A change in Government policy in 1991 also compounded these problems as the company was now required to train or retrain employees to find work in open employment and the workshop was to be run on industrial lines. There was also a change in Government policy with the Government funding only 30% of that required.

Maureen Bird retired in March 1990 and Laurie Findlay, the board chairman, became manager. Alison McNeil became Chairman of the Board in 1992. By this time, there was a trend away from the sheltered welfare philosophy to mainstreaming with individual assessments and placement outside. There was also a change in the personnel of the board with some newer members being involved in social welfare work.

In 1992 Gavin Johanson, the treasurer, recommended that Building A should be closed and that they should limit themselves to the Access kitchen-training programme plus a limited workshop section. Unfortunately, this caused a split of the board into two sections with one section proposing a vote of no confidence in the board. Several board meetings were held, one of these being chaired by Graham Hubbard to clarify legal problems concerning the constitution of Manawatu Enterprises and to try to reconcile differences between board members on the future direction of the organisation. This reconciliation was not possible and eventually three board members resigned and set up another similar organisation. This 1986-92 period had been a turbulent time with Government departments and voluntary organisations being uneasy bedfellows as well as with financial and internal strife.

In 1993 the organisation was licensed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority as a private teaching facility with its courses being integrated into the New Zealand Qualifications Authority framework. Thirty four students completed their courses in kitchen work and were certificated under the qualifications authority. The emphasis was now on educationally disabled persons who had passed less than two school certificate subjects and had been unemployed for over six months. 33 The Budget- An attempt to live below your yearnings.

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Assembling wooden pallets for the New Zealand Dairy Board ByAt the1994 20 the November organisation meeting, had undera modest President excess Johnof revenue Hubbard, and ithas was remained resolved so. to recommend In 1995 it signedto the clubcontracts members with thatNZQA the Assembling aluminium windows for a joinery firm andPalmerston the Education North cluband Trainingsponsor aSupport new club Agency, in this thearea. latter This supplying matter thewas fundingdiscussed and at the also club determining assembly whoon 17 should March, do 1958 the teaching.again chaired Today, by Presidentfunding is John assured Hubbard. and serious The consideration club approved is beingunanimously given to the instituting formation a fullof a12-month new club coursewith the with revised the Assembling grummets for a plastics firm supportboundary of line the beingETSA. 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Assembling sub-units for a filtration firm TheSo the original new Provisional objects of Rotary Manawatu Club ofEnterprises Terrace Endwere was appropriate formed, interestinglyfor their times with but John there Hubbard, have been father big of changesa present in Rotarians who were members of Terrace End in those years would have recognised that many of the above products philosophiesmember Graham on mainstreaming Hubbard, as President in education, of the Palmerstonsheltered workshops North Rotary and Club.economic The restructuring. new club had Manawatu22 initial membersEnterprises and being processed were required by the businesses run by members of our club. The members of our club made significant hasthe firstweathered meeting these was changes, to be held as wellon 22as financialMay, 1958. and Theinternal provisional turmoil. induction It appears date to wasbe sailingset for in7 July,much 1958, calmer with watersJack Sylvaand contributions to the operation of the enterprise and later it was a sorry state of affairs for Manawatu Enterprises when isto stillbe the fulfilling first president a need in of thethe community,new club. albeit in a different form from that which the Rotary Club of Terrace End had branches in Palmerston North were closed and members of our club transferred. visualised in 1974. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined As a result of the initial success of the undertaking, the project was entered as the Terrace End’s entry for the Rotary meetings11.2 Theof the Kidney Palmerston Foundation North ofand New Terrace Zealand End 1976committees were to be held and one director and three members of District’s Significant Achievement Award in November 1981. It was with a great deal of pride that on 2 July, 1982 the club the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston The New Zealand Kidney Foundation,which was initiated by an article in the Rotarian, was jointly started by Bill Somerville, received that District Award for its Meritorious Project. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. one of our own Rotarians, and Trevor Roberts, a Wellington lawyer. After much research, investigation and publicity, and When we left Manawatu Enterprises to function under its own leadership, we did not imagine the trauma that it would support from our club members, Bill managed to help launch the National Kidney Foundation of New Zealand as a 3.3 The Provisional Club 34 face in the future. It is with a great deal of humility that we record an item by Alison McNeil who took over as a member nationally recognised and autonomous organisation. of the Board in 1988 and later became its chairman for six years. We imagined that we had given society a novel innovation In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of which it would be proud and we did not imagine the heartbreak that it would cause among many of our successors. It of Terrace11.2.1 EndEarly would history take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, is only fair that the members should know of the consequences of their well-intended actions. An article in the Rotarian in the mid-70s gave the history of an organisation called the Makona Foundation, which was known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty promoted by the Rotary Club of Hawaii. This organisation assisted in setting up an organ donor register, and Trevor Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Roberts of the Stokes Valley Club, a friend of Bill Somerville, read the article that described this organisation. Trevor 11.1.2 Part II Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club contacted the then District Governor Bob Mills enquiring whether or not Rotary, on a District basis, or better still on Although the subsequent activities and success of Manawatu Enterprises are not strictly part of our club history we are sure at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 that most members would be interested to know of the progress of this most successful club project. Mrs Alison McNeil, a National basis, might be prepared to organise something similar in New Zealand. Coincidentally and independently, within a week, Bill approached DG Bob Mills with a similar request because his wife, Ray, had died in November 1972 current Chairman of Manawatu Enterprises, spoke to the club on August 21, 1998 on its progress in recent years and this Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, from chronic renal failure. When DG Bob found that Trevor and Bill were friends he told the pair to meet, to think about is a brief summary of her talk.33 Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but the project and to get back to him. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Maureen Bird became manager in 1984. At that time the Tiki Place premises were too small for the work offering so in Both of these Rotarians knew Dr Bruce Morrison, senior nephrologist at the Wellington Hospital. Bill’s wife had been a 1986 she commissioned a feasibility study to review the future development of Manawatu Enterprises and the means of The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ implementing any proposed changes. Any move to larger premises required Government funding. The board leased two patient of Bruce Morrison and Trevor, as a lawyer, had a close association with the renal unit at the Wellington Hospital. The election of District Governors and their roles. buildings in Bisley Street in 1986 which were altered to suit their requirements with one building being used for their Acting on the DG’s advice, Bill and Trevor got together to talk about their proposal and as the saying goes “the rest is workshop contract work and the other to set up an industrial kitchen to teach commercial kitchen hand skills, along with a history”.The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. retail cafeteria including Meals on Wheels. As these alterations cost nearly $300,000 with the Government covering 80% Explanation of avenues of service. of the costs, a debt of $60,000 remained. Bill Somerville drove the matter very hard in the early years and quietly provided the inspiration and a lot of money. Trevor RobertsWhat attended does membership to the legal of and Rotary other give organisational its members? work while The Rotary Club of Terrace End provided manpower Defining duties. Unfortunately, the 1987 economic downturn caused businesses to reduce or withdraw their work contracts with Manawatu and cash. Trevor Roberts added that it was Terrace End, which provided 95% of the energy that was required. While Enterprises. This, together with their previous financial obligations, created serious financial problems. A change in the RotaryRotary inClub New of Zealand. Stokes Valley initially made promises of help and money its intentions faded quite quickly, with no Government policy in 1991 also compounded these problems as the company was now required to train or retrain intensiveWhy Limitedparticipation. Classifications? Hence it was left to Terrace End, and especially to Bill Somerville, to drive the ship. Bill persuaded Dr Bruce Morrison to come up from Wellington to Palmerston North on the 13 August, 1976 to speak to our club on the employees to find work in open employment and the workshop was to be run on industrial lines. There was also a change What is a Rotary club? in Government policy with the Government funding only 30% of that required. causes, prevention and cure of kidney diseases. In his talk, Bruce also stressed the need to establish a Kidney Foundation to stimulateThe ‘4 - clinicalWay Test’ research as a measuringof kidney stick,diseases. etc. A summary of his talk was included in the bulletin dated 20 August. In a Maureen Bird retired in March 1990 and Laurie Findlay, the board chairman, became manager. Alison McNeil became later bulletin of 1 December, 1976 President Steve Pilalis informed the club that an anonymous donation of $500 from a The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Chairman of the Board in 1992. By this time, there was a trend away from the sheltered welfare philosophy to mainstreaming club member had been made to help establish what was to become the Kidney Foundation. In an attempt to seek suitable with individual assessments and placement outside. There was also a change in the personnel of the board with some newer funding, the council was disappointed to have its applications to the Telethon Appeal Committee rejected. members being involved in social welfare work. Board of Directors In a club bulletin dated 18 November, 1977 members of our club were made aware that the newly appointed Governor In 1992 Gavin Johanson, the treasurer, recommended that Building A should be closed and that they should limit themselves GeneralJack Sylva of New Zealand, Sir Keith HolyoakeGeorge, had Stuart agreed to becomeBill Somervillethe Patron for the recentlyLindsay formed Spencer organisation. The announcement had been confirmed in a letter received from Government House dated 10 November, 1977 that the to the Access kitchen-training programme plus a limited workshop section. Unfortunately, this caused a split of the board President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary into two sections with one section proposing a vote of no confidence in the board. Several board meetings were held, one Governor General was pleased to become Patron of the Rotary Club’s promotion of a National Kidney Foundation of of these being chaired by Graham Hubbard to clarify legal problems concerning the constitution of Manawatu Enterprises NewDirectors Zealand. The club expressed its congratulations to Bill Somerville who had earlier been made a recipient of the Paul and to try to reconcile differences between board members on the future direction of the organisation. This reconciliation Harris Fellow for his general support of the club and for his work in promoting this organisation. The Kidney Foundation was not possible and eventually three board members resigned and set up another similar organisation. This 1986-92 mustClub have Service been well on its way to becomingVocational a reality Service when Bill SomervilleCommunity was madeService a Paul InternationalHarris Fellow Servicebut it was still period had been a turbulent time with Government departments and voluntary organisations being uneasy bedfellows as some time before the foundation really came into existence. When this happened, publicity was often achieved by visits of foundationBill Somerville councillors and Terrace End RotariansNeil Turnbull to centres interestedMerv in Dymock the scheme. FurtherGeorge information Stuart was conveyed well as with financial and internal strife. 35 throughMembers brochures, written by Dr Bruce Morrison, which were printed and donated in many cases by Bill Somerville. In 1993 the organisation was licensed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority as a private teaching facility with its courses being integrated into the New Zealand Qualifications Authority framework. Thirty four students completed their AfterBulletin much preliminaryLindsay effort Spencer an “interestRay meeting’”was Amer held on Wednesday,Bob Burt 7 March, 1979 Harryat the CraigSomerville residence in Clifton Terrace. Rotarians present included John Cromie (Chairman), Jack Thorburn, Bernie Hodgson, Tony Fayerman, courses in kitchen work and were certificated under the qualifications authority. The emphasis was now on educationally Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell disabled persons who had passed less than two school certificate subjects and had been unemployed for over six months. 34 The old believe everything. The middle aged suspect everything and the young know everything. 33 The Budget- An attempt to live below your yearnings. 352 Every Some Rotarian men see isthings an example as they to are youth. and ask ‘Why?’ I dream of things that never were and say ‘Why not?’

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Reg Bridewell, Iain Tennent, Bruce Markwell, Basil Dome, Peter Croad, and Bill Somerville, with apologies from Mike Hansen, Peter Guthberlet, Eddie Lloyd, Lloyd Love, Dick Jobson, and Barry Jobson. The main discussions were centred around the setting up of the inaugural meeting of the Kidney Foundation to be held in Palmerston North.

11.2.2 The inaugural meeting The inaugural meeting of the National Foundation Of New Zealand was held at the offices of Whitcoulls Ltd, Tremaine Avenue, Palmerston North on 29 April, 1979. Fifteen of the 21 present were Terrace End Rotarians. The following attended the meeting: Mike Hansen, Trevor Roberts, G. Churchill, John Cromie, Dr Bruce Morrison, Dr P. Little, W. Macky, Dick Jobson, Bill Somerville, Ewen Sinclair, Reg Bridewell, Bruce Sinclair, Kevin Housiaux, Basil Dome, Bruce Markwell, Jack Thorburn, Peter Croad, Tony Fayerman, Peter Guthberlet, Noel Broughton, and Bernie Hodgson. The purpose of the meeting was to resolve and form The National Kidney Foundation of New Zealand and if this was successful to adopt a constitution and set of rules for the foundation. When this was accomplished, the Kidney Foundation came into existence and eight permanent councillors for the foundation were elected at the meeting. They were Mr. W. Macky (Auckland), Dr B. Morrison (Wellington), Dr. P. Little (Christchurch), Professor R. Irvine (Dunedin), Trevor Roberts (Wellington), Ewen Sinclair (Palmerston North), Bill Somerville (Palmerston North), and Mike Hansen (Palmerston North). Under the constitution, six elected councillors were also appointed. They were: Dick Jobson, John Cromie, Bruce Sinclair, Basil Dome, Mr A. McIntosh, Mr A. Willament.

Immediately following the meeting, a special meeting was held to discuss funding and to enable the councillors to elect their officers. The position of secretary was filled by Dick Jobson and the treasurer’s role by Noel Broughton. The legal advisor was Mr G. Churchill, and Mike Hansen was to be chairman. At that meeting, a working committee of five members was elected: Bill Somerville, Trevor Roberts, Dr Bruce Morrison, Ewen Sinclair, and Bruce Sinclair with Mike Hansen as chairman. This started the rounds of executive council meetings. These meetings, in true Rotary fashion, rotated through Rotarians’ residences and generally on a Sunday. Subsequently, the work proceeded in a determined fashion. A meeting of all the national trustees and committee members was held in the boardroom of Whitcoulls on 28 April to sign the legal papers to launch the National Kidney Foundation. This was the culmination of so much work by Bill Somerville and the other dedicated Rotarians. The comment in the bulletin stated that the launching would signify a start to a great fundraising effort nationally and so at the beginning of May, President John Cromie asked all members of the Terrace End Club to become foundation members by paying a $5 tax-deductible subscription. One of the inspired leaders in the formation of the project was Ewen Sinclair of Palmerston North Club, who was District Governor in 1978-79, but near the end of his term of office it was sadly recorded in the minutes of Sunday, 27 May, 1979 of his untimely death.

Dick Jobson a member of our club, who was secretary to the foundation, was transferred to Wellington but he retained his post as secretary. It seemed to be more convenient to hold the meetings in Wellington and after the last AGM held in Palmerston North in June 1980 the foundation moved to Wellington. In a report of the meeting our members were told of the enthusiasm that existed at the last AGM and there was clear evidence of progress to be met during the next year.

11.2.3 Successes, disappointments, and changes At a council meeting of the foundation held at Whitcoulls, Palmerston North on 8 June, 1980 Sir Keith Holyoake, Governor General of New Zealand was again invited, in a letter over Bill Somerville’s name, to fill the office of Patron. The council was convinced that a case existed for the continued establishment of the Kidney Foundation and it was decided that as a first step, if credentials had to be established, the position of Patron continued to be important. However the organisation suffered a number of setbacks. In the chairman’s report dated 8 June, 1980, as well as recording Ewen Sinclair’s death, he added that of Rotarian Ian Service and as a result, Rotarian Bill Boyd was elected to fill the position left vacant by Ian Service.36

Another tragedy was to be suffered by the foundation when Bill Somerville died in July 1980. Bill had been made an Honorary Member of our club only three weeks before his death and his obituary was recorded in a bulletin of 18 July, 1980. Also in the same bulletin it was recorded that, at the meeting, the club took up a collection of $103, which the club subsidised dollar for dollar to donate to the foundation. It was revealed the following week that it was Bill who had anonymously donated the $500 earlier in the foundation’s establishment. As well as the Rotary Club of Terrace End, the newly-formed foundation was appalled at its loss as in its minutes of 8 August, 1980 of a meeting held in the offices of the Insurance Council of New Zealand (Trevor Roberts’ office), it was recorded that a deep gratitude for the work and service of Bill Somerville should be recorded. It was added that his vision and determination were major factors in the establishment of the foundation. During that year, with the assistance of Dr Morrison and his medical colleagues, Dr M Wallis of Hamilton, Dr H Simpson of Middlemore Hospital Auckland, and Professor Arnold of Christchurch were all elected as councillors

36 A civil servant is a man who can be uncivil without being impolite.

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Reg Bridewell, Iain Tennent, Bruce Markwell, Basil Dome, Peter Croad, and Bill Somerville, with apologies from Mike AboutAt the 20this November time it was meeting, resolved under to set President up regional John committees Hubbard, itthroughout was resolved New to recommendZealand and to to the produce club members other brochures that the Hansen, Peter Guthberlet, Eddie Lloyd, Lloyd Love, Dick Jobson, and Barry Jobson. The main discussions were centred andPalmerston other data North in preparation club sponsor for a newthis. club In January, in this area. 1982 This the meeting matter ofwas the discussed Wellington at the branch club assembly of the foundation on 17 March, was held1958 around the setting up of the inaugural meeting of the Kidney Foundation to be held in Palmerston North. inagain the chairedcivic complex by President in Palmerston John Hubbard. North and The for club this approvedmeeting membersunanimously of our the club formation were asked of a tonew volunteer club with as theassistants. revised Itboundary was only line six beingweeks 100later yards that MikeWest Hansenof Albert reported St, running that fromthe foundation the Manawatu had becomeRiver to a Richardson’s charitable trust Line. and that the next 11.2.2 The inaugural meeting step would be to establish regional branches. A meeting was set up for 21 April, 1982 in the civic complex in Palmerston The inaugural meeting of the National Foundation Of New Zealand was held at the offices of Whitcoulls Ltd, Tremaine NorthSo the andnew all Provisional our Rotarians Rotary were Club urged of toTerrace attend. End How was manyformed, were interestingly Terrace End with Rotarians John Hubbard, attending fatherthe meeting of a present is not Avenue, Palmerston North on 29 April, 1979. Fifteen of the 21 present were Terrace End Rotarians. The following knownmember but Graham the group Hubbard of 55, asenthusiastic President of people the Palmerston immediately North planned Rotary to Club. create Thea branch new inclub the had Wairarapa 22 initial at membersMasterton. and attended the meeting: Mike Hansen, Trevor Roberts, G. Churchill, John Cromie, Dr Bruce Morrison, Dr P. Little, W. Otherthe first moves meeting were wasmade to beto heldstrengthen on 22 theMay, foundation. 1958. The provisionalIt was also resolvedinduction that date a permanentwas set for 7 secretaryJuly, 1958, and with treasurer Jack Sylvabe Macky, Dick Jobson, Bill Somerville, Ewen Sinclair, Reg Bridewell, Bruce Sinclair, Kevin Housiaux, Basil Dome, Bruce appointedto be the first to the president foundation. of the Applications new club. and approaches were then made to major companies throughout New Zealand Markwell, Jack Thorburn, Peter Croad, Tony Fayerman, Peter Guthberlet, Noel Broughton, and Bernie Hodgson. The with varying degrees of success, and the Rotary Club of Terrace End offered a further $500. purpose of the meeting was to resolve and form The National Kidney Foundation of New Zealand and if this was successful At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined to adopt a constitution and set of rules for the foundation. When this was accomplished, the Kidney Foundation came Inmeetings 1982, Lloydof the Love Palmerston from Terrace North End, and wasTerrace invited End to committees join the council were of to the be Kidney held and Foundation one director as a and Rotary three representative. members of into existence and eight permanent councillors for the foundation were elected at the meeting. They were Mr. W. Macky Hethe Palmerstonserved in that North capacity Club on should the council be detailed until to 1987. attend During the Terrace those End exciting weekly and meetings. busy years Lindsay he had Spencer the good, a Palmerston fortune to (Auckland), Dr B. Morrison (Wellington), Dr. P. Little (Christchurch), Professor R. Irvine (Dunedin), Trevor Roberts beNorth heavily Rotarian, involved was withplaced the on branch loan to establishment the new club toprogramme act as its secretary and travelled and to the help length the club and to breadth become of established. New Zealand (Wellington), Ewen Sinclair (Palmerston North), Bill Somerville (Palmerston North), and Mike Hansen (Palmerston encouraging the establishment of local branches and helping direct local fund raising. For him it was “all go” and proceedings North). Under the constitution, six elected councillors were also appointed. They were: Dick Jobson, John Cromie, Bruce moved3.3 at Thequite Provisionala pace. Club Sinclair, Basil Dome, Mr A. McIntosh, Mr A. Willament. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Inof Terrace1984, Mike End Hansenwould take tragically place atlost the his Ross life andIntermediate the following School year on the Monday, foundation 9 June created at 5.45pm. the Somerville-Hansen The Principal, Frank Memorial Clift, Immediately following the meeting, a special meeting was held to discuss funding and to enable the councillors to elect wasScholarship one of the which foundation is awarded members to this ofday the in club. recognition He also of announced the work of that these the two caterers foundation would members.be Mr & Mrs This Christensen, scholarship their officers. The position of secretary was filled by Dick Jobson and the treasurer’s role by Noel Broughton. The legal knownacted as as a thefund Regal for earlyCaterers postgraduate, and that eachresearch member and helpedwould payto attract 4/6d. many At this young first graduatesmeeting the into speaker the field would of renalbe Mr studies.Monty advisor was Mr G. Churchill, and Mike Hansen was to be chairman. At that meeting, a working committee of five LascellesIt has therefore of Westshore, acted as Napier. a very valuable This was enticement an appropriate to the choice kidney of researchspeaker programmes.because Monty had been a member of the Rotary members was elected: Bill Somerville, Trevor Roberts, Dr Bruce Morrison, Ewen Sinclair, and Bruce Sinclair with Mike Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Hansen as chairman. This started the rounds of executive council meetings. These meetings, in true Rotary fashion, rotated atThe Terrace contribution End before of the he wasRotary transferred Club of toTerrace Napier. End.2 through Rotarians’ residences and generally on a Sunday. Subsequently, the work proceeded in a determined fashion. A The three project areas that the Rotary Club of Terrace End undertook in establishing The Kidney Foundation of New Zealand were as follows: meeting of all the national trustees and committee members was held in the boardroom of Whitcoulls on 28 April to sign Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, the legal papers to launch the National Kidney Foundation. This was the culmination of so much work by Bill Somerville Bulletin• EditorFormation and Rotary of the Information foundation Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but and the other dedicated Rotarians. The comment in the bulletin stated that the launching would signify a start to a great concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: • A branch establishment programme fundraising effort nationally and so at the beginning of May, President John Cromie asked all members of the Terrace • Fund raising to endow the foundation End Club to become foundation members by paying a $5 tax-deductible subscription. One of the inspired leaders in the The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ formation of the project was Ewen Sinclair of Palmerston North Club, who was District Governor in 1978-79, but near The election of District Governors and their roles. the end of his term of office it was sadly recorded in the minutes of Sunday, 27 May, 1979 of his untimely death. In 1984, to raise further funds the club committed itself to “Operation 500,000” initiated by the foundation throughout NewThe Zealand. meaning The of objecta Provisional of that exerciseClub to wasTerrace to enrich End. the foundation by persuading 50,000 New Zealanders to contribute Dick Jobson a member of our club, who was secretary to the foundation, was transferred to Wellington but he retained $10Explanation each, which ofwould avenues give of the service. foundation an initial endowment of $500,000. his post as secretary. It seemed to be more convenient to hold the meetings in Wellington and after the last AGM held in What does membership of Rotary give its members? During a club assembly in April, Terrace End club members had agreed to do three things: Palmerston North in June 1980 the foundation moved to Wellington. In a report of the meeting our members were told Defining duties. of the enthusiasm that existed at the last AGM and there was clear evidence of progress to be met during the next year. • try to sell 10 $10 tickets each Rotary in New Zealand. • to contact other Rotary Clubs Why Limited Classifications? 11.2.3 Successes, disappointments, and changes • to establish two booths at Terrace End on Thursday, 2 May at 6.30-8.30pm and three booths in the Square on At a council meeting of the foundation held at Whitcoulls, Palmerston North on 8 June, 1980 Sir Keith Holyoake, What isSaturday, a Rotary club?4 May 10am-4pm. Governor General of New Zealand was again invited, in a letter over Bill Somerville’s name, to fill the office of Patron. For Thethe last ‘4 -exercise Way Test’ 24 volunteersas a measuring were stick, needed. etc. 37 The council was convinced that a case existed for the continued establishment of the Kidney Foundation and it was Although the grand project did not realise its aim, it did raise about $250,000 from this appeal. decided that as a first step, if credentials had to be established, the position of Patron continued to be important. However The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: the organisation suffered a number of setbacks. In the chairman’s report dated 8 June, 1980, as well as recording Ewen This was a really grand project typifying the Rotary ideal. Few of the original foundation members are alive but The Kidney Sinclair’s death, he added that of Rotarian Ian Service and as a result, Rotarian Bill Boyd was elected to fill the position left FoundationBoard of Directors of New Zealand is today a very strong and well-endowed organisation, thanks to the foresight and energy of vacant by Ian Service.36 those early members of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Another tragedy was to be suffered by the foundation when Bill Somerville died in July 1980. Bill had been made an Postscript: Trevor Roberts said that he spent much time in Palmerston North during the formative years of the kidney Honorary Member of our club only three weeks before his death and his obituary was recorded in a bulletin of 18 July, foundationPresident and often made up at TerraceTreasurer End, which he found to beVice-President such a “fun” club. He Secretaryalso was able to meet one of 1980. Also in the same bulletin it was recorded that, at the meeting, the club took up a collection of $103, which the hisDirectors ex-school teachers who was a member, Noel Smith. club subsidised dollar for dollar to donate to the foundation. It was revealed the following week that it was Bill who had anonymously donated the $500 earlier in the foundation’s establishment. As well as the Rotary Club of Terrace End, Club11.3 Service Centennial Lagoon Project 1975-77Vocational Service Community Service International Service the newly-formed foundation was appalled at its loss as in its minutes of 8 August, 1980 of a meeting held in the offices Not all of the projects that the club has proposed have met the whole-hearted approval of members of society, however of the Insurance Council of New Zealand (Trevor Roberts’ office), it was recorded that a deep gratitude for the work and Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart well-intentioned the offer to society has been. This proved to be the case when Lloyd Love introduced a proposal for service of Bill Somerville should be recorded. It was added that his vision and determination were major factors in the redevelopingMembers and rejuvenating the Centennial Lagoon environment. establishment of the foundation. During that year, with the assistance of Dr Morrison and his medical colleagues, Dr M Wallis of Hamilton, Dr H Simpson of Middlemore Hospital Auckland, and Professor Arnold of Christchurch were all Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig For over 12 months, before his presidential year, Lloyd had dreamed up a plan for beautifying the Centennial Lagoon area. elected as councillors He had consulted the Palmerston North City Council Parks and Reserves representatives, and members of the Ministry Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell of Recreation and Sport. He had also inspected recreational areas in Hastings, Christchurch, Wanganui, Masterton, and 36 A civil servant is a man who can be uncivil without being impolite. 372 Every Lord, Rotarian Make my is wordsan example sweet toand youth. reasonable, for someday I may have to eat them.

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Melbourne. As a result of all his research he drew up a plan for rejuvenating the area for project appraisal by the city council. He produced a well-documented booklet illustrating the characteristics of the area at the time and sketches of his imagined improvements.

On 1August, 1975 Lloyd notified the club that the draft proposal for improving the Centennial Lagoon, which he had prepared, was being presented to the Palmerston North City Council for the council’s consideration.

The following headlines introduced articles in the Evening Standard newspaper. 19 August, 1975: “Waterland Assets Planned For City” These articles gave accounts of the Rotary Club’s proposals that had been approved in principle by the Palmerston North City Council. If they were formally approved at a later council meeting it was proposed that a committee of representatives of the council and the Rotary club would be formed.38

In a subsequent Evening Standard editorial encouraging comments were made under the heading: 20 August, 1975: “Rotary club refreshes with plan.” This plan included the following ideas: − stabilising the banks with vertical wooden shoring − maintaining a constant water level − making access to and beautifying an existing island − extending and encouraging existing use by: − the canoe club − the model boat club − power boat club − fishermen − small paddle boats − extending the car-parking facilities − landscaping − providing children’s playground equipment − providing picnic facilities to include four gas-fired BBQs − establishing paths along the lagoon shore − resoiling and regrassing certain areas − improving the lighting − preparing open spaces for running and playing − providing footbridges to give access from Te Awe Awe St, and to the islands.

At the end of August, Allan Jolley, who keenly supported Lloyd’s proposals, sought comment from club members in the form of criticisms of, queries about, or amendments to the project. By mid- September the club had received a letter from the Town Clerk in which he notified the club of the council approval and offered the co-operation of the Parks and Reserves Department. At the end of the month, Alan Jolley and Peter Croad met representatives of the Parks and Reserves Department who agreed that a joint committee of two members from each organisation should be set up to organise the preliminary work for the first stage.

The encouragement that the proposed ideas received from the council prompted Allan Jolley to order pumps to stabilise the water level of the lagoon and 5000 tanalised posts to shore up the banks of the lagoon. Brian Tong also made his ditch digger available for the prospective working bees

Further publicity was given in the newspapers. 17 December, 1975: “Rotary explains lagoon plans” A large photograph and a long accompanying article in the centre page gave another supportive description of the proposed project.

But this was the end of the encouraging support that Lloyd and the club members had anticipated. In the local newspapers a number of articles and Letters to the Editor appeared, presenting strongly opposing views. On one occasion a complaint

38 A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trial.

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Melbourne. As a result of all his research he drew up a plan for rejuvenating the area for project appraisal by the city wasAt the laid 20 after November a series meeting,of motor underboat races President on the John lagoon Hubbard, when highit was noise resolved levels to in recommend decibels were to registered.the club members that the council. He produced a well-documented booklet illustrating the characteristics of the area at the time and sketches of his Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 imagined improvements. Onagain another chaired occasion by President the following John Hubbard. headline The appeared: club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary“A plea line to savebeing the 100 lagoon” yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. On 1August, 1975 Lloyd notified the club that the draft proposal for improving the Centennial Lagoon, which he had One councillor who had previously agreed with the new development had been swayed by the opinions of residents prepared, was being presented to the Palmerston North City Council for the council’s consideration. So theliving new near Provisional the lagoon Rotary and publicly Club of expressed Terrace Endhis opposition. was formed, In interestingly his opposing with statement John Hubbard,in the newspaper father ofhe asaid present that memberhe was Graham not opposed Hubbard to the, as ideaPresident as long of asthe it Palmerstonwas held in North some derelictRotary Club.area. The new club had 22 initial members and The following headlines introduced articles in the Evening Standard newspaper. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 19 August, 1975: “Waterland Assets Planned For City” Ato debatebe the firstraged presidentover the qualitiesof the new of club. the natural-looking environment and an article was written in the paper under the heading: These articles gave accounts of the Rotary Club’s proposals that had been approved in principle by the Palmerston At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined “Is natural natural?” North City Council. If they were formally approved at a later council meeting it was proposed that a committee meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of 38 or “how far should developers go to make it look better?” This led to other expressions of conflict. of representatives of the council and the Rotary club would be formed. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston

North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 39 In a subsequent Evening Standard editorial encouraging comments were made under the heading: A public meeting at which Lloyd Love described his proposals to many opposing minds led to another major headline. “Mayor gets petition” 20 August, 1975: “Rotary club refreshes with plan.” This plan included the following ideas: 3.3 The Provisional Club − stabilising the banks with vertical wooden shoring InAfter the the first public bulletin meeting dated and 4 June, the newspaper1958, Lindsay article, Spencer Letters announced to the Editor that theand firstfurther meeting articles of appearedthe Provisional quite regularly Rotary Clubin − maintaining a constant water level ofthe Terrace Evening End Standard. would take The place council at the then Ross surveyed Intermediate public School opinion on aboutMonday, the 9lagoon June at and 5.45pm. the people The Principal,who were interviewedFrank Clift, wassaid onethey of were the happy foundation with the members lagoon ofas theit was. club. As Hea result, also announcedthe mayor receivedthat the acaterers petition would with 450be Mr signatures & Mrs callingChristensen, a halt − making access to and beautifying an existing island knownto the activities. as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty − extending and encouraging existing use by: Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary − the canoe club ClubAgain of the Palmerston Letters to Norththe Editor since column December was 1944bombarded and had with been a varietyone of theof opinions. prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 − the model boat club − “Lagoon area is a memorial in its existing form” − power boat club Subsequent− “Disbelief bulletins wereat the designed lagoon decision” to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, − fishermen Bulletin− Editor“Artificial and Rotary playground” Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but − small paddle boats concentrated− “Lagoon on conveying plan is opposed”a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: − extending the car-parking facilities − landscaping EvenThe the editorialsdistribution in theof Rotary Evening Districts Standard in reflectedNZ a change in attitudes. 10 December, 1975: “Lagoon area should be preserved” − providing children’s playground equipment The election of District Governors and their roles. The lagoonmeaning wasof alikened Provisional to a “miniClub to ConeyTerrace Island” End. and the article concluded: “there are no persuasive reasons for − providing picnic facilities to include four gas-fired BBQs changing Explanation of avenues of service. − establishing paths along the lagoon shore the lagoon and its environs. There is every argument to preserve the status quo.” − resoiling and regrassing certain areas What6 March, does 1976: membership “Lagoon of plan Rotary should give beits shelved”members? − improving the lighting DefiningThe editorial duties. concluded: “There is no reason for turning the lagoon into an extension of nearly every suburban back garden.” − preparing open spaces for running and playing Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? − providing footbridges to give access from Te Awe Awe St, and to the islands. One Saturday morning in February 1976 the members of our club assembled to begin the shoring up of the banks but wereWhat met byis a a Rotary disappointed club? Lloyd who said that the opposition had been too great and that the project would have to be discontinued.The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. At the end of August, Allan Jolley, who keenly supported Lloyd’s proposals, sought comment from club members in the form of criticisms of, queries about, or amendments to the project. By mid- September the club had received a letter However, fate played a helping hand and without any opposing comment, a wry situation developed. The Palmerston from the Town Clerk in which he notified the club of the council approval and offered the co-operation of the Parks and The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: North City Council was provided with a cheap work force and took up some of the proposals Lloyd had submitted. In Reserves Department. At the end of the month, Alan Jolley and Peter Croad met representatives of the Parks and Reserves the summer of 1976-77, to overcome an unemployment problem, the Government of the day had introduced a scheme Department who agreed that a joint committee of two members from each organisation should be set up to organise the Board of Directors to subsidise the payment of relief workers on approved local body schemes. For the Palmerston North City Council a preliminary work for the first stage. suitableJack Sylva project for employing these workersGeorge was Stuarton a scheme suchBill as shoringSomerville up the banks Lindsayof the lagoon. Spencer As the result of the employment of young relief workers and with regular voluntary weekend help from members of the Terrace End The encouragement that the proposed ideas received from the council prompted Allan Jolley to order pumps to stabilise RotaryPresident Club, a few of the improvements,Treasurer quietly and slowly but progressively,Vice-President took shape. InSecretary time, public interest in the the water level of the lagoon and 5000 tanalised posts to shore up the banks of the lagoon. Brian Tong also made his ditch scheme prompted the Evening Standard to photograph the progress made on the project and to publish these in the 16 digger available for the prospective working bees Directors March, 1977 edition. Further publicity was given in the newspapers. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service This caption accompanied the photograph of four Rotarians in their summer wear, shirtless and in shorts, hard at work. 17 December, 1975: “Rotary explains lagoon plans” “TheBill Somerville job of shoring up the banks of theNeil Centennial Turnbull Lagoon is progressingMerv Dymock well, with the aidGeorge of relief Stuart workers. The city A large photograph and a long accompanying article in the centre page gave another supportive description of the council last year approved an outlay of about $17,000 on the stabilisation of the banks, and the job will be completed with Members proposed project. the materials already bought. The Terrace End Rotary Club, which suggested some major changes to the lagoon, is helping withBulletin the project at weekends.”Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig But this was the end of the encouraging support that Lloyd and the club members had anticipated. In the local newspapers a number of articles and Letters to the Editor appeared, presenting strongly opposing views. On one occasion a complaint AlthoughFellowship the whole Haroldproject Parlanewas not completedTom Baker as it had been initiallyPeter envisaged,Caldwell the club Billcan Howelltake heart from the fact 38 A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trial. 239 Every We have Rotarian committed is an example the golden to youth. rule to memory. Now let us apply it to life.

Page 44 Page 134537 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 that attention was turned to improving the venue. Although the club faced strong opposition to its ideas they did act as a catalyst for some action by the city council in at least two undertakings. The council supervised the shoring up of the banks of the lagoon and it installed pumps connected with the Manawatu River that enabled the water level in the lagoon to be maintained during the dry summers.

Who knows, but when attention is being paid to overcoming other problems that exist in the lagoon environs others of Lloyd’s idea might be added to the list. It is fair to say that recent lagoon development has made the lagoon area one of the most desirable residential areas in the city.40

12. STUDENTS

12.1 RYE - Rotary Youth Exchange 1969 The Rotary Club of Terrace End has had a long involvement with young people and its members have enjoyed hosting students, when it has been practicable, and hearing from students whom the club have selected to go overseas. It would be impossible to describe them all but a summary has been recorded of those whose names have appeared in the bulletins and which we have been able to abstract from the text. We may have missed some and for that we apologise but would be pleased to know the names and addresses of those that we have missed. These could then be recorded and stored in our official archives for later researchers.41

12.2 Rotary Youth Leadership Award 1972 RYLA was formed as an opportunity for young people, men and women, between the ages of 18-25, who show leadership potential, to spend a week together studying and discussing a variety of issues. Each year the venue differed and the seminar was run by committees from different clubs. Generally the participants listened to one or two keynote speakers who set the scene for the follow-up activities. These activities were varied but always included physical and mental activities that required group organisation and participation. Legal and financial responsibilities, public speaking, citizenship and social problems were posed, discussed and argued. The participants were selected by the Rotary clubs in the District and at the end of the seminar were awarded certificates to record their participation.

The first RYLA seminar was held at Massey University in 1972. Lloyd Love and his team administered the seminar. Terrace End became involved in running the RYLA seminar again in 1976 when Alan Jordan and Ted Sadd were in charge. This was a period when no one replied to the 50 letters that were sent out and both Alan and Ted were very frustrated at the tardiness of some of the clubs in replying to their requests. However, the official opening and the official dinner held at the Palmerston North Teachers’ College and the discussions held at Massey University were splendid. Many from Terrace End attended the functions and the generation gap, which many of the organisers feared, never developed.

At the end, Alan Jordan, who was known in the club as Mr RYLA, was a satisfied man but he had spent many sleepless nights beforehand.

As far as we know these are the people who were nominated and accepted for the various seminars.

1972 Ann Mc Carten Carl Pascoe 1976 Lyn Bielawa Paul Elwood 1977 Christine Shelton Peter Levett Keith Carr 1978 Rosemary Boyd Robin Withey 1980 Jan Storrier Paul Vautier 1981 Hayden Williams Jennifer Scott RYLA for the handicapped Philip Spring 1986 Grant Seton Judith Hudson 1987 Ian Kirker 1989 Vicki Thomson Kersten Later Brendon Tong 1993 Simone Procter 1994 Emma Pullar 1997 Wiremu Green 40 Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. 41 To be born a gentleman is an accident, to die one is an achievement.

Page 3846 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End that attention was turned to improving the venue. Although the club faced strong opposition to its ideas they did act as At the12.3 20 The November Marae meeting,Weekend under1980 President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the a catalyst for some action by the city council in at least two undertakings. The council supervised the shoring up of the WhenPalmerston Bruce North Markwell club wassponsor chairman a new of club the in International this area. This Service matter Committee was discussed in 1980-81 at the clubhe sought assembly the nameson 17 ofMarch, members 1958 banks of the lagoon and it installed pumps connected with the Manawatu River that enabled the water level in the lagoon andagain their chaired wives by who President would Johnlike to Hubbard. go out to theThe marae club atapproved Bulls to unanimouslyspend time from the formationSaturday afternoon of a new toclub Sunday with theafternoon revised to be maintained during the dry summers. andboundary would line entail being staying 100 overnightyards West at of the Albert marae. St, runningHe was organisingfrom the Manawatu the first Rivermarae tovisit Richardson’s for the “Matched Line. Twins” on 2-3 August and he was looking for a number of adult visitors to accompany them. The matched twins were pairs of students Who knows, but when attention is being paid to overcoming other problems that exist in the lagoon environs others of fromSo the New new Zealand Provisional and AustraliaRotary Club who spentof Terrace three Endmonths was being formed, hosted interestingly in each other’s with homes. John Hubbard, As there wasfather no opportunityof a present Lloyd’s idea might be added to the list. It is fair to say that recent lagoon development has made the lagoon area one of the formember all the Graham Australian Hubbard visitors, as to President congregate of thetogether Palmerston during North their visit Rotary to DistrictClub. The 9940, new Bruce club thought had 22 initialit would members be a good and 40 most desirable residential areas in the city. ideathe first to create meeting a meeting was to andbe held so theon idea22 wasMay, born.1958. WithThe provisionalHepi Winiata induction, who is datenow Archbisopwas set for 7 of July, Aotearoa, 1958, theywith Jackdecided Sylva thatto be the the Parewharewhare first president ofMarae the newat Bulls club. would be an ideal spot to assemble all the visitors and their hosts. 12. STUDENTS AtIn a1980 meeting a summary on 29 May,of procedures 1958, a numberwas outlined of recommendations for the students. wereThey made would for meetthe theconduct District of theGovernor new club. and Combinedaccompany himmeetings to the of marae the Palmerston where they North would and be metTerrace officially; End committees take part inwere a hangi to be andheld then and wouldone director enjoy a anddisco. three In members1981 we ofwere 12.1 RYE - Rotary Youth Exchange 1969 advisedthe Palmerston that 48 Northstudents Club would should attend be detailed and by to1985, attend that the 68 Terrace students End would weekly attend. meetings. In 1986 Lindsay it was Spencer advertised, a Palmerston as being The Rotary Club of Terrace End has had a long involvement with young people and its members have enjoyed hosting availableNorth Rotarian, to Matched was placed Twins onand loan to tovisiting the new students club to on act Rotary as its secretaryYouth Exchange. and to help For the those club from to become the Palmerston established. North students, when it has been practicable, and hearing from students whom the club have selected to go overseas. It would area, the Rotarians were asked to volunteer to transport the participating students to Bulls by car but in 1987 a bus took be impossible to describe them all but a summary has been recorded of those whose names have appeared in the bulletins the 3.3students The from Provisional Palmerston Club North to Bulls. Each year the bulletin editor notified readers and invited club members to and which we have been able to abstract from the text. We may have missed some and for that we apologise but would be participateIn the first untilbulletin 1990 dated after 4 whichJune, it1958, appeared Lindsay to cease.Spencer The announced notice in that the the bulletin first in meeting May 1990of the indicated Provisional that Rotaryit was Clubour pleased to know the names and addresses of those that we have missed. These could then be recorded and stored in our club that was continuing to run the event but since then we have found no further mention of the weekend and must 41 of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, official archives for later researchers. wasassume one that of the the foundation annual visit members had ceased of shortlythe club. after He that. also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 12.2 Rotary Youth Leadership Award 1972 LascellesApparently of theWestshore, organisation Napier. was Thistaken outwas anof theappropriate hands of Terracechoice of End speaker and wasbecause run at DistrictMonty had level been but a formember the administrators of the Rotary 42 RYLA was formed as an opportunity for young people, men and women, between the ages of 18-25, who show leadership Clubtoo many of Palmerston problems Northpresented since themselves December and 1944 the andidea had was been dropped. one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club potential, to spend a week together studying and discussing a variety of issues. Each year the venue differed and the at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 seminar was run by committees from different clubs. Generally the participants listened to one or two keynote speakers 12.4 RYPEN - Rotary Youth Programme of Enrichment 1992 who set the scene for the follow-up activities. These activities were varied but always included physical and mental activities WeSubsequent have three bulletins members were in designedour club, to David inform Grant members, Allan on Walters Rotary, and matters Jan Fitzgerald, and with hiswho joint are pastresponsibilities members of of the Secretary, Rotary that required group organisation and participation. Legal and financial responsibilities, public speaking, citizenship and BulletinClub of EditorTaihape and and Rotary who haveInformation a good knowledgeOfficer, Lindsay of RYPEN. Spencer Thisdid just programme that. He madeis aimed brief at mention young peopleof the speakersin the 14-17 but social problems were posed, discussed and argued. The participants were selected by the Rotary clubs in the District and concentratedage group, who on are conveying not likely a goodto be deal selected of Rotary for Youth Information Exchange to or, the later, new formembers RYLA, under but who headings possess such qualities as: of decency, at the end of the seminar were awarded certificates to record their participation. persistence and application. All these qualities deserve further enhancement. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The first RYLA seminar was held at Massey University in 1972. Lloyd Love and his team administered the seminar. Terrace At aThe weekend election course of Districtthe young Governors people andare presentedtheir roles. with a series of ideas, challenges and social experiences that should End became involved in running the RYLA seminar again in 1976 when Alan Jordan and Ted Sadd were in charge. This assistThe them meaning in broadening of a Provisional their horizons, Club to socially, Terrace culturallyEnd. and physically. was a period when no one replied to the 50 letters that were sent out and both Alan and Ted were very frustrated at the tardiness of some of the clubs in replying to their requests. However, the official opening and the official dinner held at the TheExplanation RYPEN programme of avenues is of heldservice. at the Kawhatau Outdoor Education Centre, which owes its existence to the Taihape Palmerston North Teachers’ College and the discussions held at Massey University were splendid. Many from Terrace End RotaryWhat Club. does Inmembership 1985 the idea of Rotary of converting give its amembers? soon-to-be-closed primary school near Taihape into an outdoor education attended the functions and the generation gap, which many of the organisers feared, never developed. centreDefining took shape. duties. After protracted negotiations, the club settled a deal whereby a school, teacher’s house and buildings wereRotary transported in New from Zealand. Foxton and assembled on the Taihape school site. The 26 members of the Taihape club converted At the end, Alan Jordan, who was known in the club as Mr RYLA, was a satisfied man but he had spent many sleepless them into dormitories with accompanying facilities for 48 people. The centre was opened in 1991 by which time over Why Limited Classifications? nights beforehand. $200,000 had been spent on its facilities. The Taihape club had raised $14,000. For its efforts in erecting this centre, the TaihapeWhat club is a wasRotary awarded club? the 1990 Significant Achievement Award by District 9940. As far as we know these are the people who were nominated and accepted for the various seminars. The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. The following students have been successfully nominated by Terrace End to take part in the October programme: 1972 Ann Mc Carten Carl Pascoe The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: 1992 Karen Knowles 1976 Lyn Bielawa Paul Elwood 1998 Gisell Harvey-Glass 1977 Christine Shelton Peter Levett Keith Carr Board of Directors 1978 Rosemary Boyd Robin Withey 13.Jack ODDSSylva AND ENDS OF THEGeorge SECOND Stuart DECADEBill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 1980 Jan Storrier Paul Vautier 1981 Hayden Williams Jennifer Scott President Jack Sylva ourTreasurer first president died in Vice-PresidentAugust 1968. In November,Secretary the issue was raised as to the form of a commemoration to his name. An investigation was proposed and this included RYLA for the handicapped Philip Spring Directors the consideration of a plaque to be placed in St Peter’s Anglican Church in Terrace End. Memorial 1986 Grant Seton Judith Hudson However, the committee wanted something closer to the functioning of the Rotary Club refClub 15.11.68 Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 1987 Ian Kirker of Terrace End and eventually this was agreed upon. On 13 February, 1970 George Taylor 1989 Vicki Thomson Kersten Later Brendon Tong Bill Somerville recorded in theNeil bulletin Turnbull that at a brief ceremonyMerv Dymock Bill Somerville unveiledGeorge Stuart the Past Presidents Board as a memorial to Jack, the Charter President of our club. 1993 Simone Procter Members 1994 Emma Pullar Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 1997 Wiremu Green 40 Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 41 To be born a gentleman is an accident, to die one is an achievement. 242 Every Horse Rotarian sense is isnothing an example more tothan youth. stable thinking.

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Factors involving the choice of a third New Zealand international airport to accommodate jumbo jets, were highlighted during a talk by Rex Roberts at our club. He was a consultant Milson Airport for the Committee on Jumbo Jet Airports and told the meeting that factors such as ground ref Nov 1968 contours, crosswind components, noise levels, all related to international minimums. Milson in the Manawatu was one of the few areas that met all the criteria. Four inductions were made on the one evening - John Gainsford, Keith Dahm, Peter Barter Inductions and Lloyd Love. This followed closely on the event reported on 6 Sept, 1968 when five new ref 29.11.68 members were inducted - Bob Main, George Bostwick, Theo Cuff, Paul Rieger and John Burford. Early in this decade it was decided that a banner, which distinguishes this club, should be made available for presentation to visitors or given to travellers to present to the clubs they should visit. Between February and April 1969, Wally Hobbs reported on the progress of the Banner scheme. Firstly that it had gone to the Banner Design Signwriters, and a fortnight later the ref. 4.2.69 colour roughs had been presented to the club for comment by the members. Within another fortnight the list of designs submitted had been reduced to three and another fortnight later the banner that we use today was accepted. This banner was designed by Lloyd Love. Mis-spellings appeared frequently in the bulletins and sometimes we could blame the typists and sometimes the writing of the bulletin editors who presented their notes for copy. One Spelling piece of spelling caught our eye. Apparently the typist could not read Ron Ingram’s writing ref. 23.10.70 for she spelled John Cromie’s name as “Cronei”. To many, the phonic interpretation might sound correct. Massey University The Rotary Hall of Residence should be completed in early August. The students will be in ref 23.7.71 residence in the third term. Rotary Foundation Donations over $2 to Rotary Foundation are tax deductible ref 23.7.71 The first RYLA seminar was held at Massey University in May 1972 and Lloyd Love and his RYLA Terrace End committee looked after the administration. The club received a letter from Centrepoint thanking the club for the donation of a lighting control board that the club had made in 1975. The letter added that now that everything Centre Point Lighting was completed, it was considered the equal of anything in New Zealand. When the lighting ref 27.2.76 board was first used, the club held a Ladies’ Night at the play presented by Centrepoint in its theatre in George St. At the time, Mac Mitchinson was president of Centrepoint. Rotary Down Under Rotary International advised all members that it had approved the publication of Rotary ref 26. 3. 76 Down Under. One of the club’s regular meeting nights was a “Smoke Concert”. Contributors to the programme included: Bob Burns (trombone), Barry Gillespie (piano), Alan Jordan (drums), Kit Ellis (castanets), Harry Hansen (how to enjoy redundancy), Peter Gutberlet as Carmen Smoke Concert with his troop of performing virgins, John Caulton, Mike Hansen, Ian Peach, Peter Inder; ref 15.4.76 Bruce Sinclair (doctor, nurse, patient relationships), Brian “streaker” Tong, Mike Dinnan, Mike Powell and Russell ‘Boobs’ Callender as table top strip dancers, Bill Somerville, Ted Sadd and Peter Inder as the “Three Junvenile Delinquents” and the whole audience as the Vienna Boys Choir. Now that was entertainingly different. The guest speaker didn’t appear. What an alternative! Rotariannes spoke on subjects of Ladies Night their choices. “My husband’s shortcomings”, plus Carmen and her daughters in “Fashion ref 26.4.76 Spectacular”, plus backward sambas by two of our members - unsuccessful. Assessments - Music was “too loud”, “too soft”, “too slow”, “too fast”. In 1976 the bulletin was registered as a magazine, which meant that the postage charges were Bulletin reduced from 7 cents to 3 cents a copy. This helped the club to make a saving of $200 a ref 10.12.76 year.

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Factors involving the choice of a third New Zealand international airport to accommodate At the 20 November meeting,Colin under Davey President tells that John Fred Hubbard, Pearson it had was ultimately resolved to got recommend the factory to in the good club working members order that and the jumbo jets, were highlighted during a talk by Rex Roberts at our club. He was a consultant Palmerston North club sponsorthat a the new employees club in this were area. all Thisready tomatter start. was Fred discussed rang Colinat the toclub say assembly that the onwork 17 hadMarch, started 1958 Milson Airport for the Committee on Jumbo Jet Airports and told the meeting that factors such as ground again chaired by President Johnand Hubbard.that, as the The secretary, club approvedColin should unanimously visit the thefactory formation on its firstof a newday clubof operation with the torevised see ref Nov 1968 contours, crosswind components, noise levels, all related to international minimums. Milson boundary line being 100 yardsto whatWest purposeof Albert the St, moneysrunning were from being the Manawatu put. Colin River agreed to Richardson’s and made his Line. way down to the Colin Davey’s memories in the Manawatu was one of the few areas that met all the criteria. factory. While he was waiting to turn right into Tiki St a car hit him from behind and his car of the start of Manawatu Four inductions were made on the one evening - John Gainsford, Keith Dahm, Peter Barter So the new Provisional Rotarywas Clubpitched of forward,Terrace Endrolled, was and formed, was a completeinterestingly write-off. with John Colin Hubbard, wound fatherdown theof a windowpresent Enterprises factory in Inductions and Lloyd Love. This followed closely on the event reported on 6 Sept, 1968 when five new member Graham Hubbard, andas President crawled offrom the the Palmerston wreck to Northbe confronted Rotary Club. by the The perpetrator new club of thehad accident.22 initial Themembers culprit and Tiki St. ref 29.11.68 members were inducted - Bob Main, George Bostwick, Theo Cuff, Paul Rieger and John the first meeting was to be apologisedheld on 22 andMay, said1958. that heThe had provisional been distracted induction by datea blonde was set walking for 7 July, along 1958, the road.with Jack After Sylva Burford. to be the first president of theboth new had club. been taken to hospital and had been discharged the guilty driver told Colin that Early in this decade it was decided that a banner, which distinguishes this club, should be it was his third such accident that year. It is no wonder that Colin can remember when the made available for presentation to visitors or given to travellers to present to the clubs they At a meeting on 29 May, 1958,factory a number really started of recommendations to function. were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined should visit. Between February and April 1969, Wally Hobbs reported on the progress of the meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Banner scheme. Firstly that it had gone to the Banner Design Signwriters, and a fortnight later the the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston ref. 4.2.69 colour roughs had been presented to the club for comment by the members. Within another North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. fortnight the list of designs submitted had been reduced to three and another fortnight later the banner that we use today was accepted. This banner was designed by Lloyd Love. 3.3 The Provisional Club Mis-spellings appeared frequently in the bulletins and sometimes we could blame the typists In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club and sometimes the writing of the bulletin editors who presented their notes for copy. One of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Spelling piece of spelling caught our eye. Apparently the typist could not read Ron Ingram’s writing was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, ref. 23.10.70 for she spelled John Cromie’s name as “Cronei”. To many, the phonic interpretation might known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty sound correct. Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Massey University The Rotary Hall of Residence should be completed in early August. The students will be in Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club ref 23.7.71 residence in the third term. atPrime Terrace Minister End beforeRob Muldoon he was withtransferred his wife to Napier.2 Thea visiting the Rotary Club of Terrace as Rotary Foundation Donations over $2 to Rotary Foundation are tax deductible Guest Speaker. Rob Muldoon is speakiing with ref 23.7.71 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bruce Markwell. The first RYLA seminar was held at Massey University in May 1972 and Lloyd Love and his Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but RYLA Terrace End committee looked after the administration. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: The club received a letter from Centrepoint thanking the club for the donation of a lighting control board that the club had made in 1975. The letter added that now that everything The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Centre Point Lighting was completed, it was considered the equal of anything in New Zealand. When the lighting The election of District Governors and their roles. ref 27.2.76 board was first used, the club held a Ladies’ Night at the play presented by Centrepoint in its The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. theatre in George St. At the time, Mac Mitchinson was president of Centrepoint. Explanation of avenues of service. Rotary Down Under Rotary International advised all members that it had approved the publication of Rotary ref 26. 3. 76 Down Under. What does membership of Rotary give its members? One of the club’s regular meeting nights was a “Smoke Concert”. Contributors to the Defining duties. programme included: Bob Burns (trombone), Barry Gillespie (piano), Alan Jordan (drums), Rotary in New Zealand. Kit Ellis (castanets), Harry Hansen (how to enjoy redundancy), Peter Gutberlet as Carmen Why Limited Classifications? Smoke Concert with his troop of performing virgins, John Caulton, Mike Hansen, Ian Peach, Peter Inder; What is a Rotary club? The Charleston Gang from Terrace End enjoying ref 15.4.76 Bruce Sinclair (doctor, nurse, patient relationships), Brian “streaker” Tong, Mike Dinnan, District Conference Mike Powell and Russell ‘Boobs’ Callender as table top strip dancers, Bill Somerville, Ted The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Sadd and Peter Inder as the “Three Junvenile Delinquents” and the whole audience as the Vienna Boys Choir. Now that was entertainingly different. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: The guest speaker didn’t appear. What an alternative! Rotariannes spoke on subjects of Ladies Night their choices. “My husband’s shortcomings”, plus Carmen and her daughters in “Fashion Board of Directors ref 26.4.76 Spectacular”, plus backward sambas by two of our members - unsuccessful. Assessments - Music was “too loud”, “too soft”, “too slow”, “too fast”. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer In 1976 the bulletin was registered as a magazine, which meant that the postage charges were Bulletin President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary reduced from 7 cents to 3 cents a copy. This helped the club to make a saving of $200 a ref 10.12.76 year. Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart TedMembers Valentine, Fred Stuart, and Steve Pilalis socialising. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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14. THIRD DECADE 1978-88 The club got off to a good start as it entered its third decade with a membership of 66 members, the yearly subscription was $30 per year and the meal charges were $4.50. In 1981 the club set itself a target of 70 members and reached a high point in the 1984/85 year when membership reached 74. However, it had slipped back to 69 members by August 1985 and an analysis of ages of the members at that time showed that they ranged from 31-75 years with an average age of 51 years. Keeping the membership up was a continuing problem throughout this decade and the question of women becoming members of Rotary was mentioned at the 22 May, 1987 meeting. During this decade, inflation would cause the yearly club subscription to rise to $80 in the 1984/85 year and to $110 on July 23, 1987. The meal charges also increased, rising to $7 in September 1985 and $11 in 1987.43

Looking through the weekly bulletins of this decade one is amazed at the scope of activities and projects of the club and its committees. This was an active club and not one in which the members attended just for a meal and an impersonal chat. The social activities were a very important concern of the club and these continued to include the wives and partners as well as the members on many occasions.

The monthly committee meetings were social events as well as business meetings as they continued to be held in members’ homes. The club barbecues were always popular meetings on the social calendar and were held at different venues through the decade such as at Kevin Housiaux’s, Ken Cleghorn’s, John Borren’s and Garry Gordon’s. Another ongoing activity was the Fellowship Key by which members were entertained at other members’ homes. The holder of the key became the host to another member whom he had invited to his home and would then hand it on to him to become the next host. Initially this proved to be very popular but slowly it faltered and questions were asked at club meetings “Where is the Key”? In November 1992 Fellowship Dinners were substituted for the Fellowship Key as both a social and fund raising activity. Club members are invited to participate in the three Fellowship Dinners for the year with one member entertaining two other members and their partners. The invited members pay a stipulated amount for the meal and this money goes into the club funds. This has proved to be a most successful project. A note in the 12 July, 1985 bulletin records that there were 50 participating members and that programme would net $1000 for the year.

Other combined social occasions were the official Ladies’ Nights where there was always a good attendance of partners. These evenings took many forms which included talks by well-known personalities, either locally or nationally, such as Father Cullinane, Relda Familton, Robin Leeming, Jane Lyons from South Africa, Pauline Tangiora on Maori Women’s Welfare and Dr McDonald, a prominent Canadian cancer authority. Other evenings included a show and dinner, demonstrations of the preparation of ham and lamb by Kevin Davis and cheeses by Jackie Harris, a fashion show and a sherry party at the president’s home. The ladies also attended a number of the more official functions such as the presentations of the Meritorious Service Awards, the Mike Hansen Awards and meetings with exchange students and GSE teams. This mix of social functions presented many opportunities for families to meet informally and to become known to each other.

As in past decades, the club continued to take part in a number of Rotary and community competitions. The club was always well represented at the various golf tournaments with Terrace End winning the best team and best gross score competitions at Dannevirke in November 1985 and they defended the Herman Kilt Memorial Trophy successfully at Dannevirke in 1986. Apart from the Rotary golf tournament, golf is a popular sport with many of our the club members and Peter Inder had the privilege of paying for a hole in one when playing on 26 June, 1985, the day of his induction as club president. The club also began to enter a cricket team in the evening commercial cricket competition in 1965 with Alex Hutt as captain. Over several years this team had a very loyal group of players and supporters and it had some very interesting games that caused much discussion at the evening meetings.

In August 1979 it was suggested that the club should enter a team in the interclub debating competition. The initial team consisted of Reg Bridewell, Tony Fayerman, Iain Tennent and Wally Hobbs. Over some years the club continued to take part in these debates with the personnel changing throughout the years. Although the club never won the competition our teams had a lot of success and debates held at our club meetings were an interesting change to our usual club meetings.44

Some of the club visits and outdoor functions are of particular interest. The club organised a weekend fishing trip to Taupo in 1982 and had weekend club visits to the Taupo club in 1986 and 87. In November 1985 the club organised a day trip up the Wanganui River on the old restored paddle steamer. This was a fun day and it included visiting the old homestead where they fired their old cannon on our behalf. In 1985, under the supervision of Mike Powell and Peter Watt, the club organised a train trip to Fordell for the public, which was called the Crunchie Bar Express. This trip took place in May 1985 with many passengers. The Express was met by the people of Fordell, who organised a series of activities, including a western shootout. As a fundraising project this was most successful and it gave rise to future train trips to Ormondville 43 There are no such things as strangers. They’re only friends you haven’t met. 44 Man’s mind is like a parachute. To work, it first has to open.

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14. THIRD DECADE 1978-88 andAt the to 20Shannon November. Finally, meeting, the majorunder Presidenttrip organised John forHubbard, club members it was resolved and family to recommend was a trip toto walkthe club the membersMilford Track that the in The club got off to a good start as it entered its third decade with a membership of 66 members, the yearly subscription was JanuaryPalmerston 1988. North This club was sponsor organised a new by clubEddie in thisEggers area. with This 35-42 matter people was in discussedthe party. at Thosethe club who assembly participated on 17 stillMarch, talk 1958with $30 per year and the meal charges were $4.50. In 1981 the club set itself a target of 70 members and reached a high point enthusiasmagain chaired about by President this trip. John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised in the 1984/85 year when membership reached 74. However, it had slipped back to 69 members by August 1985 and an boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. analysis of ages of the members at that time showed that they ranged from 31-75 years with an average age of 51 years. In October 1979 Mike Hansen suggested that the club should institute an award to recognise persons who had given Keeping the membership up was a continuing problem throughout this decade and the question of women becoming outstandingSo the new Provisionalservice to the Rotary community. Club of This Terrace suggestion End was was formed, approved interestingly by club members with John and Hubbard,The Outstanding father of Communitya present members of Rotary was mentioned at the 22 May, 1987 meeting. During this decade, inflation would cause the yearly Achievementsmember Graham Awards Hubbard were ,initiated. as President Later, of thethese Palmerston were known North as the Rotary Meritorious Club. TheService new Awards. club had The 22 initialclub continued members withand club subscription to rise to $80 in the 1984/85 year and to $110 on July 23, 1987. The meal charges also increased, rising thisthe firstaward meetinguntil 1986 was towhen be heldit was on superseded 22 May, 1958. by a similarThe provisional award instituted induction by the date city was council. set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to $7 in September 1985 and $11 in 1987.43 to be the first president of the new club. The sheltered workshop, Manawatu Enterprises Inc, which the Club had promoted in 1976, had proved to be very Looking through the weekly bulletins of this decade one is amazed at the scope of activities and projects of the club and its successfulAt a meeting and on a report29 May, in 1958,November a number 1981 ofit wasrecommendations noted in the bulletin were made that forthe the workshop conduct had of themore new work club. than Combined it could committees. This was an active club and not one in which the members attended just for a meal and an impersonal chat. handlemeetings at ofthat the time. Palmerston However North a note and on Terrace 22 August End mentioned committees that were the to workshop be held andwas seekingone director more andwork. three The members club had of a The social activities were a very important concern of the club and these continued to include the wives and partners as continuingthe Palmerston interest North in Clubthe work should of the be detailedworkshop to andattend sustained the Terrace representatives End weekly on meetings. its board Lindsayfor some Spencer years. , Ina PalmerstonNovember well as the members on many occasions. 1981North the Rotarian, club nominated was placed the on Manawatu loan to the Enterprises new club to Inc act project as its secretary for the Rotary and to Districthelp the Significantclub to become Achievements established. Award and was very pleased to receive this award in February 1982. The monthly committee meetings were social events as well as business meetings as they continued to be held in members’ 3.3 The Provisional Club homes. The club barbecues were always popular meetings on the social calendar and were held at different venues through TheIn the Kidneyfirst bulletin Foundation dated of 4 NewJune, Zealand1958, Lindsay which wasSpencer initiated announced by Bill that Somerville, the first and meeting promoted of the by Provisional the Rotary Rotary Club Clubof the decade such as at Kevin Housiaux’s, Ken Cleghorn’s, John Borren’s and Garry Gordon’s. Another ongoing activity Terraceof Terrace End End in would1977, take has placecontinued at the to Ross make Intermediate good progress. School It onused Monday, to meet 9 regularlyJune at 5.45pm. in Palmerston The Principal, North but Frank in 1982Clift, was the Fellowship Key by which members were entertained at other members’ homes. The holder of the key became the wasmoved one down of the to foundation Wellington. members When ofit becamethe club. a charitableHe also announced trust it decided that the to caterers form regional would bebranches Mr & Mrsand aChristensen, Manawatu host to another member whom he had invited to his home and would then hand it on to him to become the next host. knownbranch aswas the established. Regal Caterers It was, and a verythat eachgreat member shock to would the club pay when 4/6d. it At learned this first of themeeting sudden the death speaker of Billwould Somerville be Mr Monty. As Initially this proved to be very popular but slowly it faltered and questions were asked at club meetings “Where is the Key”? LascellesBill had given of Westshore, the Foundation Napier. $500, This thewas club an appropriate matched this choice with ofa giftspeaker of $500 because in his Montymemory. had Lloydbeen a Lovemember presented of the aRotary very In November 1992 Fellowship Dinners were substituted for the Fellowship Key as both a social and fund raising activity. Clubfitting of eulogyPalmerston on Bill North to the since club December on 18 July, 1944 1980. and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 Club members are invited to participate in the three Fellowship Dinners for the year with one member entertaining two at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier. other members and their partners. The invited members pay a stipulated amount for the meal and this money goes into Members of the club were astounded as news filtered among them during the weekend of 9 July 1984 that Mike Hansen had been drowned while fishing at Hatepe on the Friday night. It seemed incredible, as Mike was such an alive and active the club funds. This has proved to be a most successful project. A note in the 12 July, 1985 bulletin records that there were Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, person and a real corner stone of the club. Mike’s death was not only a very big blow to our club but also to Rotary at large. 50 participating members and that programme would net $1000 for the year. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but In his time in Rotary, Mike had served on all the District committees and details of his service have been outlined in the concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Other combined social occasions were the official Ladies’ Nights where there was always a good attendance of partners. memorial trust that was created in his name. These evenings took many forms which included talks by well-known personalities, either locally or nationally, such as Father The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ As a service club we promoted a number of activities for the needs of both the local community and internationally. Cullinane, Relda Familton, Robin Leeming, Jane Lyons from South Africa, Pauline Tangiora on Maori Women’s Welfare The election of District Governors and their roles. and Dr McDonald, a prominent Canadian cancer authority. Other evenings included a show and dinner, demonstrations Throughout the decade the club supported a number of organisations such as CCS, IHC, and Red Cross by supplying of the preparation of ham and lamb by Kevin Davis and cheeses by Jackie Harris, a fashion show and a sherry party at collectorsThe formeaning their ofyearly a Provisional appeals andClub for to driversTerrace to End. carry senior citizens to various functions. Fundraising methods took the president’s home. The ladies also attended a number of the more official functions such as the presentations of the manyExplanation forms. A Holeof avenues in One of competition service. held in December 1980 raised $520 for the Kidney Foundation, a garage sale in April 1982 raised $600. At the opening of the Pascal Stadium the club ran a barbecue and general stall which raised $1100. Meritorious Service Awards, the Mike Hansen Awards and meetings with exchange students and GSE teams. This mix of What does membership of Rotary give its members? social functions presented many opportunities for families to meet informally and to become known to each other. Garage sales were held in 1981 and 1984, the former raising $600. Members of the club manned a stall one morning at the Definingflea market duties. in May 1986 with bric-a-brac and again in October 1987 with the sale of cast-offs. Another project of note As in past decades, the club continued to take part in a number of Rotary and community competitions. The club was was Rotarya Brian in Tong-inspired New Zealand. Dig for Dough at Waikanae in 1985 that raised $540. Members were required to dig a drain always well represented at the various golf tournaments with Terrace End winning the best team and best gross score 540Why metres Limited long for Classifications? one dollar a metre. Luckily it was in sandy soil and was done so quickly that Eddie Eggers had time to make almost a fortune, at the pokies in a local pub. Finally, a raffle for a Cordon Bleu dinner in 1987, which realized competitions at Dannevirke in November 1985 and they defended the Herman Kilt Memorial Trophy successfully at What is a Rotary club? $400, was won by Allan Beattie of the Palmerston North Rotary Club and Dick Rawstron was invited as a guest. The meal Dannevirke in 1986. Apart from the Rotary golf tournament, golf is a popular sport with many of our the club members The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. and Peter Inder had the privilege of paying for a hole in one when playing on 26 June, 1985, the day of his induction as was very good! club president. The club also began to enter a cricket team in the evening commercial cricket competition in 1965 with The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Alex Hutt as captain. Over several years this team had a very loyal group of players and supporters and it had some very Outdoor projects included painting houses in Roy Street and Rangiora Street in 1980 and Brown House in 1986. In interesting games that caused much discussion at the evening meetings. November 1979 it was proposed that a sandpit be built at Hokowhitu School. Its construction was begun on March 1980 andBoard proceded of Directors over the next month, the work being supervised by Brian Tong and Colin Barkwith. The filling up ceremony In August 1979 it was suggested that the club should enter a team in the interclub debating competition. The initial team was celebrated on 12 April. Also in 1979, was a smaller project fitting security chains to doors in homes for the elderly for Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer consisted of Reg Bridewell, Tony Fayerman, Iain Tennent and Wally Hobbs. Over some years the club continued to take $1, supervised by Kit Ellis. part in these debates with the personnel changing throughout the years. Although the club never won the competition our President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary teams had a lot of success and debates held at our club meetings were an interesting change to our usual club meetings.44 In 1984 a mini-bike scheme was developed in which the bikes would race around a prepared circuit and a suitable site wasDirectors granted us by the city council to develop a track in the Esplanade near to the camping area. Members spent several Some of the club visits and outdoor functions are of particular interest. The club organised a weekend fishing trip to Taupo weekends preparing the track and installing a safety barrier of used car tires around the perimeter. Bruce Markwell and Club Service Vocational Service45 Community Service International Service in 1982 and had weekend club visits to the Taupo club in 1986 and 87. In November 1985 the club organised a day trip Colin Barkwith’s scheme is outlined in more detail later. up the Wanganui River on the old restored paddle steamer. This was a fun day and it included visiting the old homestead Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart where they fired their old cannon on our behalf. In 1985, under the supervision of Mike Powell and Peter Watt, the club In April 1987, the club had discussions with the city council to build a playground area at the southern end of the organised a train trip to Fordell for the public, which was called the Crunchie Bar Express. This trip took place in May Esplanade.Members Permission was given by the council in May 1987, and work began on 16 May to prepare the grounds and 1985 with many passengers. The Express was met by the people of Fordell, who organised a series of activities, including install the various pieces of equipment. This was a big project and Ted Valentine, the Clerk of Works, richly deserved the Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig a western shootout. As a fundraising project this was most successful and it gave rise to future train trips to Ormondville thanks from the club for the 200 hours he spent supervising its construction. Today this is a very popular venue for families and the playground is in use constantly. 43 There are no such things as strangers. They’re only friends you haven’t met. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 44 Man’s mind is like a parachute. To work, it first has to open. 245 Every One Rotarianof the most is an difficult example thingsto youth. to accomplish with dignity is to climb down off your high horse.

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The new bridge over the Manawatu River was opened on 23 January, 1987. To commemorate the building of the new bridge the club wrote a short history of the bridges over the Manawatu River which included photographs of these early bridges. On opening day the club manned a stall at the bridge running a barbecue and also selling the books. It was a disappointment to the club that the books did not sell very well as the story of the bridges was a very valuable contribution to the history of Palmerston North.

International aid was also an important feature of the club’s yearly activities. Again, like the local projects, this aid took many forms. Throughout the decade the club provided one or two Emergency Aid boxes for use in the Pacific in the event of natural disasters. In 1979 the club supported a Cambodian refugee family when it came to Palmerston North and one of the painting jobs mentioned earlier was the house that the family rented. In 1985 the club combined with Wanganui North Rotary Club in a project called Industry ‘85. This project aimed to provide funding for a boat-building enterprise in Raratonga so that it would become a self-supporting ongoing industry through the sale of its boats. To help with the fundraising, the club bought a page in the Evening Standard to outline the project and solicit support from the public. Through this effort the club contributed $1680 towards the enterprise. John Cromie visited the enterprise in October 1985 and reported that two boats were nearing completion and the quality of materials they had received from us was extremely high. In 1985 the club sent 540kg of books to Western Samoa for use in schools. Lloyd Love arranged for their collection, packing and free transport to Western Samoa.

The club was involved in “Operation 500,000”, a fundraising scheme of the Kidney Foundation in which we played a part and which is described in our article on the foundation. By May 1985 the club had helped raise $3000 in very short time. In 1987 the President of Rotary International launched his worldwide appeal to Rotarians to raise money to eliminate poliomyelitis, worldwide. Our club took up the challenge to contribute $10,000 over three years, requiring each member to contribute $150. The club continued its association with its twin club Kakamigahara, Japan, mainly by sending used New Zealand stamps and Christmas greetings. Kakamigahara reciprocated by sending us Japanese lanterns. In 1990 we gave these on loan to the Japanese Centre at Massey University. It was a very pleasant surprise to be able to entertain Ryataku Mitzitane from the Kakamigahara Club on 29 August, 1986 and hear firsthand about our sister club.

Involvement in the various schemes for student exchange has been a regular activity by the club. A number of student exchanges come under this umbrella such as the matched twins with Australian clubs, exchange students with overseas countries for one year, Rotary Fellowship Postgraduate Scholars and the GSE teams. The club has been fully involved yearly in one or all of these several schemes. Local students who were sponsored by the club have all felt that they gained much by going overseas and our members have gained much from the incoming students.46

The Rotaract Club formed by the Rotary Club of Terrace End had got off to a good start in 1973 and by 1976 had a membership of 40 members. However, it had dropped to 21 by March 1980 and although it was a very lively club with many activities and good fellowship, membership was a continuing problem. Membership rose again to 25 in 1984 only to fall sharply to seven by March 1985. By June 1986 the membership was up to 13 but it was a struggle to keep the club afloat.

It seems appropriate to end the account of this decade by relating some of the achievements of members. It was noted on 3 July, 1981 that prior to his illness, Barry Gillespie had never missed a meeting or a Change Over for 18 years - a great record. The club on 10 August, 1984 was very pleased to wish David Bridges and Janis its very best wishes for their forthcoming wedding as its does not have many weddings among its members. On September 28, 1984, the club farewelled Noel Cantwell as he left for New York to compete in its yearly marathon. Noel gave the club a very interesting talk in January 1985 about his experiences. Finally, on October 5, 1984 the club congratulated another athlete, John Borren, who had come fourth overall in the New Zealand Jetboat Championships and first in a class competition.

As one looks back over this decade it had been an active one but also tinged with sadness with the deaths of Bill Somerville and Mike Hansen.

15. SIGNIFICANT AWARDS MADE BY TERRACE END Over the years members of our club have devised a number of awards. As a result, workers in our community have been accorded recognition or invited to participate whether in a competitive manner or in a training programme. This section describes three of these awards - the Meritorious Service Award, the Super Service Award, and the Receptionist Courtesy Certificate.

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The new bridge over the Manawatu River was opened on 23 January, 1987. To commemorate the building of the new At the15.1 20 Meritorious November meeting, Service Award under 1979President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the bridge the club wrote a short history of the bridges over the Manawatu River which included photographs of these early OftenPalmerston when North national club awards sponsor are a made new club to citizens in this inarea. a community, This matter critics was discussedcomment at onthe the club fact assembly that many on deserving17 March, cases1958 bridges. On opening day the club manned a stall at the bridge running a barbecue and also selling the books. It was a haveagain beenchaired omitted. by President In October John Hubbard.1979, this Thetopic clubwas approveddiscussed inunanimously the Vocational the formation Service Committee of a new clubwhen with Iain the Tennent revised disappointment to the club that the books did not sell very well as the story of the bridges was a very valuable contribution wasboundary the director. line being He 100 reported yards Westthat theof Albert Vocational St, running Service from Committee the Manawatu would Riverlike to to make Richardson’s an award Line. to someone in the to the history of Palmerston North. Terrace End Area for outstanding service to the community that had been unrecognised. To handle the nominations and recommendations,So the new Provisional Mike Rotary Hansen Club was appointedof Terrace toEnd chair was the formed, sub-committee interestingly and itwith was JohnMike Hubbard,who announced father theof a proposal present International aid was also an important feature of the club’s yearly activities. Again, like the local projects, this aid took tomember members. Graham47 Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and many forms. Throughout the decade the club provided one or two Emergency Aid boxes for use in the Pacific in the event the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva of natural disasters. In 1979 the club supported a Cambodian refugee family when it came to Palmerston North and one to be the first president of the new club. 15.1.1 First award 1980 - Alice Hunt, Birthright. of the painting jobs mentioned earlier was the house that the family rented. In 1985 the club combined with Wanganui North Rotary Club in a project called Industry ‘85. This project aimed to provide funding for a boat-building enterprise WhenAt a meeting Mike outlined on 29 May, details 1958, of the a awardnumber to theof recommendationsaudience at our first were award made dinner for thehe namedconduct it theof theOutstanding new club. CombinedCommunity in Raratonga so that it would become a self-supporting ongoing industry through the sale of its boats. To help with the Achievementmeetings of the Award, Palmerston which heNorth then and proceeded Terrace toEnd describe. committees The wererecipients to be wereheld peopleand one who director should and be recognisedthree members because of fundraising, the club bought a page in the Evening Standard to outline the project and solicit support from the public. ofthe their Palmerston contributions North toClub their should community, be detailed most to of attend which the was Terrace done silentlyEnd weekly and behindmeetings. the Lindsayscenes. Spencer, a Palmerston Through this effort the club contributed $1680 towards the enterprise. John Cromie visited the enterprise in October North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 1985 and reported that two boats were nearing completion and the quality of materials they had received from us was The recipient of the 1980 Award was Alice Hunt, the Executive Director of Birthright. Rotarians from our club had supported Birthright for a number of years but knew little about the organisation, who managed it, or what commitment extremely high. In 1985 the club sent 540kg of books to Western Samoa for use in schools. Lloyd Love arranged for their 3.3 The Provisional Club collection, packing and free transport to Western Samoa. was involved. During the presentation of a suitably inscribed plaque and a cheque for $100, which Alice handed to Gerald Auton,In the first President bulletin of Birthright,dated 4 June, listeners 1958, foundLindsay out Spencer more aboutannounced the organisation. that the first Alice meeting paid aof tributethe Provisional to the many Rotary people Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, The club was involved in “Operation 500,000”, a fundraising scheme of the Kidney Foundation in which we played a part working for Birthright. She traced the changing role of the organisation and the many diverse needs that were required to was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, and which is described in our article on the foundation. By May 1985 the club had helped raise $3000 in very short time. be met by their personnel. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty In 1987 the President of Rotary International launched his worldwide appeal to Rotarians to raise money to eliminate Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary poliomyelitis, worldwide. Our club took up the challenge to contribute $10,000 over three years, requiring each member She said that there was a great need for helpers or as she defined them, “befrienders”, people with some knowledge and Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club to contribute $150. The club continued its association with its twin club Kakamigahara, Japan, mainly by sending used much compassion who got beside some of the needy families in supportive, comforting, and encouraging roles. This really at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 New Zealand stamps and Christmas greetings. Kakamigahara reciprocated by sending us Japanese lanterns. In 1990 summarised the members of the Birthright organisation. we gave these on loan to the Japanese Centre at Massey University. It was a very pleasant surprise to be able to entertain Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Ryataku Mitzitane from the Kakamigahara Club on 29 August, 1986 and hear firsthand about our sister club. 1981 - Jack Shortt, Foundation of the Blind Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Byconcentrated 1981 the awardon conveying had been a renamedgood deal the of RotaryMeritorious Information Service Awardto the newand membersit was by thisunder name headings that Jack such Shortt as: had earned Involvement in the various schemes for student exchange has been a regular activity by the club. A number of student the award. In 1927 he lost his sight in an accident and had completed his education with the Foundation of the Blind. exchanges come under this umbrella such as the matched twins with Australian clubs, exchange students with overseas He was employed with the foundation making toys, copying books in Braille and then had been transferred to its welfare The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ countries for one year, Rotary Fellowship Postgraduate Scholars and the GSE teams. The club has been fully involved section. In 1947 he arrived in Palmerston North to take over as welfare officer for the Foundation of the Blind in a region yearly in one or all of these several schemes. Local students who were sponsored by the club have all felt that they gained whichThe extended election from of District Otaki toGovernors Te Awamutu and their and roles.through to the Hawkes Bay. The same area, in 1981, was served by five much by going overseas and our members have gained much from the incoming students.46 officers.The meaning On our of club’s a Provisional behalf, LloydClub toLove Terrace introduced End. Jack whom some of the club members knew because previously, in OctoberExplanation 1979, of heavenues had spoken of service. of his work to the club. Rolf Klarich, World President of RI, who visited Palmerston The Rotaract Club formed by the Rotary Club of Terrace End had got off to a good start in 1973 and by 1976 had a NorthWhat in 1981,does membership enunciated theof Rotary Rotary give Theme its members? for the Year - “Take Time To Serve” and this gave Lloyd the opportunity of membership of 40 members. However, it had dropped to 21 by March 1980 and although it was a very lively club with describing Jack as having done just that. Over the years he had provided all the input that was needed to meet the demands many activities and good fellowship, membership was a continuing problem. Membership rose again to 25 in 1984 only of aDefining community duties. of blind people for whom help was made available as their needs increased. to fall sharply to seven by March 1985. By June 1986 the membership was up to 13 but it was a struggle to keep the club Rotary in New Zealand. afloat. 1982Why Limited- Jim Greenslade Classifications?, continuous community work Jim WhatGreenslade, is a Rotary who club?originally was a member of the Rotary Club of Terrace End, was a tireless worker for the benefit of It seems appropriate to end the account of this decade by relating some of the achievements of members. It was noted on 3 Palmerston North and its citizens. Bob Burns introduced Jim and related his involvement in community affairs over a July, 1981 that prior to his illness, Barry Gillespie had never missed a meeting or a Change Over for 18 years - a great record. The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. period of 30 years. Special mention was made of his involvement in establishing the cobalt unit in the Palmerston North The club on 10 August, 1984 was very pleased to wish David Bridges and Janis its very best wishes for their forthcoming Public Hospital, of his outstanding work in raising funds for the building of the Pascal Street Stadium, of his role in the wedding as its does not have many weddings among its members. On September 28, 1984, the club farewelled Noel The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Crippled Children’s Society, and of his imaginative endeavours to create the Manawatu Enterprises. John Borren, in his Cantwell as he left for New York to compete in its yearly marathon. Noel gave the club a very interesting talk in January vote of thanks, commented that Jim had done more on his own than most of the 60 assembled members at the meeting had 1985 about his experiences. Finally, on October 5, 1984 the club congratulated another athlete, John Borren, who had doneBoard together. of Directors President Malcolm Busch handed Jim a cheque for $200, which he immediately gave to Arthur Bartlett, come fourth overall in the New Zealand Jetboat Championships and first in a class competition. President of the Crippled Children’s Society, who was sitting beside him. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer As one looks back over this decade it had been an active one but also tinged with sadness with the deaths of Bill Somerville President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary and Mike Hansen. 1983 - Don Urquhart, contibutions to the community AtDirectors a grand function at the Barber Hall the Prime Minister Rob Muldoon presented the award to Don Urquhart for his wide-ranging contributions to the Palmerston North community. In introducing Don to the guests, who included Mrs MuldoonClub Service and the Mayor and Mayoress ofVocational Palmerston Service North, BrianCommunity and Mrs Elwood Service, Ross InternationalCuff listed the Service wide array of 15. SIGNIFICANT AWARDS MADE BY TERRACE END interests Don had held and the leadership roles he had played in each. Interests which included: the Public Relations Over the years members of our club have devised a number of awards. As a result, workers in our community have been Office,Bill Somerville the YMCA, the Civil Defence organisation,Neil Turnbull The Rotary MervClub ofDymock Palmerston North,George the Lido Stuart swimming complex, accorded recognition or invited to participate whether in a competitive manner or in a training programme. This section theMembers Palmerston North Showgrounds, the Palmerston North Centennial Committee, the Cobalt Treatment Centre, the describes three of these awards - the Meritorious Service Award, the Super Service Award, and the Receptionist Courtesy Cancer Society of New Zealand, Oznam House and the Manawatu Tree Trust - all of these in addition to his regular Certificate. medicalBulletin practice. In presentingLindsay Spencer the awardRay to Don, Amer Rob Muldoon madeBob Burtthe shortest speech ofHarry his life Craig when he said, ”In all the length and breadth of New Zealand, we could never find a more worthy recipient.” Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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Very few members of our Rotary club knew of Joan Kennett before this presentation. Joan was the mother of Ruma Karaitiana of whom some members had heard, and the first wife of Ruru Karaitiana, the composer of the well-known song “Blue Smoke.” But it was in her own right as a carer of children, as a person who helped many under-privileged mothers to raise their children, and as an exceptional trainer in childcare, playcentre, and kindergarten activities that she deserved wider recognition. Well before Kohanga Reo classes were established, Joan’s pre-school activities were well-known among her foster children who, for over 30 years, she and her husband, Wally, had helped to parent. She was delighted to receive the award from Don Urquhart and she expressed that she was fortunate to have been doing something that gave her such wonderful satisfaction.48

1985 - Keith Malcolm, contributions to scouting Keith Malcolm had been a scout all his life and in this capacity had established himself as a role model for thousands of youths and young men. He became a scout cub at seven years of age and is still one today, 1998. Keith had given many years dedicated service to the community and had held leadership roles in the Lions organisation, soccer referees and for a long time in the Master Builders Association. But it will be for his contribution to scouting that he will be best remembered. In 1984 he was Camp Chief at the international jamboree held at Feilding. This event was very successful thanks to the wonderful community support that Keith was able to gather from the businesses and the residents of the Manawatu.

1986 - Marjorie Webster, contributions to drama Those who were members in March 1972 might have remembered Marjorie Webster speaking to the club about a trip to England and Scandinavia during which time she saw 15 plays. Marj surprised the audience by saying that she saw a great deal of vulgarity and nudity in the plays and that she saw nine plays before she found one that did not include the notorious four-lettered word. She was not as genteel as the writer, but when the male audience saw this rather prim-looking school ma’am saying publicly such vulgar words they were very surprised to say the least. It was because of her intense interest in drama and her contribution to it that she won the Meritorious Service Award. There were members in 1986 who wondered at the award being given to such a person. However, when they heard of her role in teaching drama, travelling many miles each week to produce plays, and to adjudicate at a range of drama competitions in many parts of the North Island, they changed their minds. All this was done on a voluntary basis for many years and the members realised the devotion and commitment Marj had made to the medium. It is to their credit that after hearing her citation those who initially opposed Marj’s nomination rose to their feet and publicly declared their revised support for it. The award was presented by the Mayor, Paul Rieger, who was so impressed with the idea of the Meritorious Service Award that he helped the Palmerston North City Council to foster a similar award of its own. Marj directed her $200 gift to the Women’s Refuge in Palmerston North.

15.2 Super Service Award 1984 In 1984 members of Barry Fitzgerald’s Vocational Service Committee decided that a courtesy award should be given to a deserving person in the business community. By October Barry reported that it was well in hand and that as prizes, the committee had the following confirmed: airfares, rental car, accommodation, and travel insurance. In November, Barry permitted members to have an introductory “peek” at the Super Service Award poster which was going to be displayed in local retail outlets.49

A lucky draw was run in conjunction with the Super Service Award and from among the finalists Mrs L. Phillips was the winner of the prize. This consisted of travel for two to Auckland sponsored by Air New Zealand, accommodation in Auckland sponsored by Lion Breweries, a rental car for a week in Auckland sponsored by Hertz Rental Cars, and the insurance sponsored by Commercial Union. At the presentation by Barry Fitzgerald, representatives of each sponsor witnessed the event. They were Nigel Guilford (Lion), Ron Bridges (Air New Zealand), Brooke Barwicke (Hertz Rentals) and Don Mason (Commercial Union).

The following year the competition was conducted again in conjunction with the Businessmen’s Association and while details are meagre it was reported in January 1986 that a salesman from the PDC had been the winner. It is probable that the first time an event is run with such success it would receive all the publicity and attention.

15.3 Receptionists’ Courtesy Certificates 1986 In the 1986-87 year, Noel Cantwell was the director of Vocational Service and his committee revised the Super Service Award by relating it solely to receptionists. In October he announced the committee’s intention to hold a company receptionists training programme aiming to improve the effectiveness of receptionists. Members were given a supply of 48 Goodwill is earned by many acts. It can be lost by one. 49 Middle age is the period when your doctor tells you that if you don’t cut out something your surgeon will.

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Very few members of our Rotary club knew of Joan Kennett before this presentation. Joan was the mother of Ruma explanatoryAt the 20 November pamphlets; meeting, copies underof a letter President addressed John toHubbard, employers, it was and resolved franked to envelopes recommend to beto thedistributed club members to appropriate that the Karaitiana of whom some members had heard, and the first wife of Ruru Karaitiana, the composer of the well-known song businesses.Palmerston NorthMembers club were sponsor encouraged a new club to distribute in this area. them This to asmatter many wasprospective discussed companiesat the club asassembly possible. on 17 March, 1958 “Blue Smoke.” But it was in her own right as a carer of children, as a person who helped many under-privileged mothers again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised to raise their children, and as an exceptional trainer in childcare, playcentre, and kindergarten activities that she deserved Byboundary mid November, line being Gavin100 yards Johanson West of advised Albert St,our running members from that the the Manawatu company River receptionist to Richardson’s telephone Line. courtesy training wider recognition. Well before Kohanga Reo classes were established, Joan’s pre-school activities were well-known among project had been arranged for 24 November. He added that he had a number of nominations but as they would like more, her foster children who, for over 30 years, she and her husband, Wally, had helped to parent. She was delighted to receive heSo encouragedthe new Provisional members Rotaryto clarify Club with of firms Terrace the Endamended was formed, date of theinterestingly project. with John Hubbard, father of a present the award from Don Urquhart and she expressed that she was fortunate to have been doing something that gave her such member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and wonderful satisfaction.48 Thethe first course meeting involved was tocontacting be held onthe 22 receptionists May, 1958. whoThe entered provisional the programmeinduction date during was seta three-month for 7 July, 1958, period. with It Jack reached Sylva ato successful be the first conclusion president atof ourthe meetingnew club. on 25 March, 1987 with a certificate presentation ceremony to ladies who had 1985 - Keith Malcolm, contributions to scouting completed the course. The participants came from a wide range of job situations - some from Government departments, At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Keith Malcolm had been a scout all his life and in this capacity had established himself as a role model for thousands others from local body departments, and from large and small businesses. The expertise required by each candidate varied meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of of youths and young men. He became a scout cub at seven years of age and is still one today, 1998. Keith had given from job to job. Part of the course involved follow-up calls to test the courtesy and the knowledge of the girls and it seemed the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston many years dedicated service to the community and had held leadership roles in the Lions organisation, soccer referees that Nick Thomson, Mike Powell, Bill Nairne, and Noel Cantwell had a great time in dreaming up “difficult customer” North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. and for a long time in the Master Builders Association. But it will be for his contribution to scouting that he will be best calls. It is reported by Goff Ashwell that most girls fielded the calls well. Of those who were introduced by Noel Cantwell remembered. In 1984 he was Camp Chief at the international jamboree held at Feilding. This event was very successful that evening - Vicki Southee, Tracy Smith, Beverley Stern, Michelle Dagg, and Sharon Mitchell - all had performed well. thanks to the wonderful community support that Keith was able to gather from the businesses and the residents of the However,3.3 The it was Provisional Sharon Mitchell Club from ACC who won the winner’s voucher to attend a film premiere in Palmerston North Manawatu. whenIn the afirst suitable bulletin premiere dated was 4 June, screened. 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 1986 - Marjorie Webster, contributions to drama was 15.4one ofAnother the foundation outstanding members recipient of the- Molly club. O’Donnell, He also announced Oznam House, that the 1992 caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Those who were members in March 1972 might have remembered Marjorie Webster speaking to the club about a trip to The idea of identifying someone’s outstanding achievement in our local community was revised again in 1992. Our wives Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary England and Scandinavia during which time she saw 15 plays. Marj surprised the audience by saying that she saw a great were invited to this special night because it was the occasion of DG Glen Caves’ official visit to the Terrace End club. All Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club deal of vulgarity and nudity in the plays and that she saw nine plays before she found one that did not include the notorious present were entertained by Glen’s stimulating and entertaining address but it was with a great deal of pride that they at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 four-lettered word. She was not as genteel as the writer, but when the male audience saw this rather prim-looking school witnessed his presentation of the Meritorious Service Award to Molly O’Donnell. For the previous six years Molly had ma’am saying publicly such vulgar words they were very surprised to say the least. It was because of her intense interest in been the administrator of Oznam House. During that time she had given thousands of cancer sufferers and their families, theSubsequent benefit bulletinsof her compassion, were designed skill toand inform energy, members far beyond on theRotary call mattersof duty. andIt was with another his joint occasion responsibilities when the ofclub Secretary, was able drama and her contribution to it that she won the Meritorious Service Award. There were members in 1986 who wondered 50 at the award being given to such a person. However, when they heard of her role in teaching drama, travelling many miles toBulletin highlight Editor the and outstanding Rotary Information services of aOfficer, person whose Lindsay commitments Spencer did just normally that. He go madeunheralded. brief mention of the speakers but each week to produce plays, and to adjudicate at a range of drama competitions in many parts of the North Island, they concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: changed their minds. All this was done on a voluntary basis for many years and the members realised the devotion and commitment Marj had made to the medium. It is to their credit that after hearing her citation those who initially opposed 16.The THE distribution MIKE HANSENof Rotary Districts MEMORIAL in NZ EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION 1984 Marj’s nomination rose to their feet and publicly declared their revised support for it. The award was presented by the The election of District Governors and their roles. Mayor, Paul Rieger, who was so impressed with the idea of the Meritorious Service Award that he helped the Palmerston 16.1The Themeaning foundation’s of a Provisional beginnings Club to Terrace End. North City Council to foster a similar award of its own. Marj directed her $200 gift to the Women’s Refuge in Palmerston Explanation of avenues of service. North. When Mike Hansen left his Hatepe (Lake Taupo) lake house to enjoy some trout fishing, one evening in July 1984, he knewWhat nothing does ofmembership what was shortly of Rotary to befall give itshim. members? That evening, Mike tragically drowned, leaving a wife, three children and dozens of sorrowing relations, friends and acquaintances. 15.2 Super Service Award 1984 Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. In 1984 members of Barry Fitzgerald’s Vocational Service Committee decided that a courtesy award should be given to a Mike was too good and too well loved a person to be quickly forgotten, and it became the wish of his friends that he, and deserving person in the business community. By October Barry reported that it was well in hand and that as prizes, the his contributionWhy Limited to Classifications? the community around him, should be recognised. The consequence was the birth of the Mike Hansen committee had the following confirmed: airfares, rental car, accommodation, and travel insurance. In November, Barry MemorialWhat isEducational a Rotary club? Foundation. permitted members to have an introductory “peek” at the Super Service Award poster which was going to be displayed in 49 The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. local retail outlets. 16.1.1 A little history The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: A lucky draw was run in conjunction with the Super Service Award and from among the finalists Mrs L. Phillips was Michael Charles Grayson Hansen came to Palmerston North to enter into practice as a dental surgeon, and as such, became the winner of the prize. This consisted of travel for two to Auckland sponsored by Air New Zealand, accommodation a member of the Rotary Club of Terrace End in December 1960 only two years after the club had received its charter. A in Auckland sponsored by Lion Breweries, a rental car for a week in Auckland sponsored by Hertz Rental Cars, and the decisionBoard of a Directorslittle later on to become an orthodontist took Mike and his family from Palmerston North from November 1965 insurance sponsored by Commercial Union. At the presentation by Barry Fitzgerald, representatives of each sponsor to November 1967 to England where he obtained his required qualifications, a Diploma in Orthodontics from the Royal witnessed the event. They were Nigel Guilford (Lion), Ron Bridges (Air New Zealand), Brooke Barwicke (Hertz Rentals) CollegeJack Sylva of Surgeons, as well as being madeGeorge a Fellow Stuart of the Australia CollegeBill Somerville of Orthodontic Surgeons.Lindsay SpencerOn returning to the city, Mike devoted much of his energies to his Rotary club and to his community. and Don Mason (Commercial Union). President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary

The following year the competition was conducted again in conjunction with the Businessmen’s Association and while HisDirectors Rotary club record was impressive and included: details are meagre it was reported in January 1986 that a salesman from the PDC had been the winner. It is probable that • Director of the Community Service committee 1962 -63 the first time an event is run with such success it would receive all the publicity and attention. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service • Director of the Club Service Committee 1963 - 64 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart • President 1969-70 15.3 Receptionists’ Courtesy Certificates 1986 Members• Paul Harris Fellow, 1980, the second member so honoured by our club In the 1986-87 year, Noel Cantwell was the director of Vocational Service and his committee revised the Super Service • Award by relating it solely to receptionists. In October he announced the committee’s intention to hold a company Bulletin At variousLindsay times a Spencermember of virtuallyRay Amer every committee Bobat District Burt level Harry Craig receptionists training programme aiming to improve the effectiveness of receptionists. Members were given a supply of • The leader of the Rotary Exchange Team to South Africa and Namibia in 1978, at a time of turmoil in those 48 Goodwill is earned by many acts. It can be lost by one. Fellowshipcountries Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 49 Middle age is the period when your doctor tells you that if you don’t cut out something your surgeon will. 502 Every Middle Rotarian age is whenis an exampleyou have to the youth. choice of two temptations and you chose the one that will get you home earlier.

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• A prime mover, together with the late Bill Somerville, in the establishment and the early administration of the Kidney Foundation of New Zealand • Inaugural President and permanent councilor of the National Kidney Foundation in Palmerston North and later in Wellington. He subsequently toured NZ helping to get regional councils established. • Following Bill Sommerville’s, and four years later, Mike’s death, a scholarship for post graduate renal research was set up by the Foundation named “The Sommerville-Hansen Memorial Scholarship” Mike was a keen sportsman, participating in skiing, fishing, and boating, among many others. He was also a great supporter and worker for community organisations such as the committees of his children’s schools, The Dental Association, The Kidney Foundation, The Heart Foundation, etc. His happy nature enabled him to get along with people of all ages, but his greatest interest was in seeing young people doing well, whatever their fields of endeavour.

16.1.2 The birth of the Foundation Shortly after Mike’s death, the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Terrace End initiated the wishes of Rotarians, members of the dental fraternity, and of others in the community to formally put in place some form of memorial to him. The idea of a trust that would benefit younger folk had especial appeal, and an organising committee of Bruce Markwell, Lloyd Love, and Ron Dixon was set up with instructions to get on with the job.51 Bruce Markwell, who was chairman of this committee, introduced the idea of a memorial foundation to the club members at a meeting on 19 September, 1984 and invited members who wished to contribute to the foundation to contact the secretary, Colin Davey. Other donations were called from members of the public, from Rotarians, skiers and dental colleagues. Our club decided that the proceeds from a charity golf tournament in October 1984 should go to the foundation. Secretary Colin advised members in November, that year that Linda Poste who had spent a year with us as an exchange student had sent $400 as her contribution. And so the fund grew. With the assistance and the wisdom of solicitor Brian (now Sir Brian) Elwood, a framework was agreed and a trust deed was produced. The Mike Hansen Memorial Educational Foundation became a reality early in 1985.

16.2 The trust deed The trust deed was a very concise document and was still appropriate 12 years later. Briefly the deed provided: • That the basic objective of the foundation be educational. The trust is to assist and foster young folk under the age of 25 years and living within the boundaries of Rotary District 9940. The ambitions of these young folk needed to be in fields that were in the broadest of terms, educational • That the control of the foundation be placed in the hands of the members of the Rotary Club of Terrace End • That the Trustees should be: • The President, Past President and President-elect of the Rotary Club of Terrace End • Pam Hansen, for as long as she wished to act in that capacity • The Chairman and the Secretary of the foundation

16.2.1 The organising committee The organising committee effectively involved community organisations and people outside the Rotary club in its search for funds needed to get the new foundation operating well. The financial report to the first meeting of the trustees disclosed the following sources of funds: Rotary Club of Terrace End $5000 Six Rotary club members $600 Other clubs in Rotary District 9940 $4292 Manawatu Dental Association $500 Linda Poste (Canada) $400 David Lloyd (South Africa) $338 Manthel Motors and other donors $600 $11,730

16.2.2 Trustees The first trustees were the late Bernie Hodgson (Chairman), Pam Hansen, Peter Inder, Brian Tong, and Colin Davey. Pam Hansen has been a trustee through the foundation’s existence. Lloyd Love was elected a trustee and the chairman in 1988, and has filled those roles until the date of writing 1998, while Colin Davey has been a trustee and the foundation’s secretary from the date of inception until now, 1998. While all the trustees have served the foundation faithfully and well, special mention should be made of the work of Pam Hansen, Lloyd Love, and Colin Davey who have been instrumental in generating almost all of the proceedings and changes in the foundation’s operation.52

51 Wealthy men miss out one of the greatest thrills of life - paying the last instalment. 52 If you really want the last word in an argument try saying, “Yes, I guess you are right.”

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At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the ThePalmerston first Northmeeting club of the sponsor Mike a newHansen club Memorial in this area. Educational This matter Trust was was discussed held on atthe the 1 club March, assembly 1985 onwhen 17 theMarch, committee 1958 decidedagain chaired that with by President the funds John at hand Hubbard. it hoped The to makeclub approvedthe first grantsunanimously by the endthe formationof the year. of a Thisnew information club with the was revised passed onboundary to members line being and 100further yards donations West of Albertwere solicited. St, running By from April the the Manawatu fund stood River at $13,000to Richardson’s after having Line. received some substantial donations and by 5 June the club was advised that as another $1500 had been received that week, approximately $16,000So the new had Provisional been banked. Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Inthe their first capacitiesmeeting aswas President, to be held Paston 22President, May, 1958. and President-electThe provisional of inductionthe Rotary date Club was of set Terrace for 7 July,End, 1958,the following with Jack have Sylva alsoto be been the firsttrustees: president of the new club. Brian Tong (1985), Peter Inder (1985-86), Ross Cuff (1985-88), Late Bernie Hodgson (1985-86), Vallis Peet (1986-89), MikeAt a meeting Cross (1987-90), on 29 May, David 1958, Drake a number (1988-91), of recommendations Eddie Eggers were(1989-92), made forDavid the conductCordery of(1990-93), the new club. Nick Combined Thomson (1991-94),meetings of Richard the Palmerston Bullock North(1992-95), and TerraceGavin Johanson End committees (1993-96), were Gavin to be Lees held (1994-97), and one director Graeme and Campbell three members (1995-97), of Jimthe PalmerstonEsson (1996-98), North JimClub Kerr should (1997-98), be detailed Goff to attendAshwell the(1998 Terrace -) End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston AwardsNorth Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. For the trustees, probably the most rewarding part of their work has been the annual interviewing of the short-list of applicants3.3 The and Provisionaltheir parents Club and supporters. There are a lot of magnificent people who have been doing great things in spiteIn the of first their bulletin families’ dated difficult 4 June, financial 1958, Lindsaysituations. Spencer If the announced trustees havethat a theregret, first it is meeting that the of foundationthe Provisional does Rotarynot have Club the fundsof Terrace to make End wouldmore awards take place each at year. the Ross Over Intermediate the years, it School has been on Monday,satisfying 9to June know at 5.45pm.that a high The proportion Principal, ofFrank awardees Clift, wascontinue one of to the perform foundation to higher members levels. of Most the club.choices He have also been announced good ones. that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles16.2.3 of The Westshore, trust’s achievementsNapier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary ClubSince of1985 Palmerston the trust North has made since 27 December awards totalling 1944 and $40,700 had been while one maintaining of the prime the movers capital for base the offormation the trust of intact. the new Of club the atawards, Terrace 11 End have before been hemade was totransferred males including to Napier. three2 physically impaired. Five men have taken up the awards in New Zealand and five in countries overseas. Sixteen awards have been made to females, including three who were physically impaired.Subsequent Seven bulletins women were have designed taken toup inform the awards members in New on ZealandRotary matters and nine and in withother his countries. joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated16.2.4 Financial on conveying concerns a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Throughout the foundation’s life, the trustees have had a concern that the organisation’s capital base was not adequate, in the Thesense thatdistribution the modest of Rotaryincome Districts generated in fromNZ it annually limited the number of awards which could be made each year. As willThe be election seen from of theDistrict original Governors figures, and the theirfoundation roles. started in 1985 with approximately $12,000 in funds. These funds nowThe total meaningabout $60,000. of a Provisional The growth Club tohas Terrace come predominantlyEnd. from grants from the Rotary Club of Terrace End whose cashExplanation donations have of avenues originated of service. mainly from: • Whatthe does proceeds membership of the “Mini-bikes of Rotary give in theits members?Esplanade” project • Definingthe annual duties. Rotary Charity Golf Tournament. Rotary in New Zealand. • A recent grant of $5000 was made by the Rotary Club of Terrace End in memory of the late Reg Dixon, a popular Why Limitedand hardworking Classifications? Terrace End Rotarian, who died in the Ansett plane crash in the Tararuas What is a Rotary club? • A number of private donations have been received over the years, the largest of these being from: The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Bill and Ena Johnston Reg Bridewell The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: • Members of The Rotary Club of Milson on the occasion of their 15th anniversary celebrations. Board of Directors 16.3 Review Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer In 1996, the trustees and the Rotary Club of Terrace End each reviewed the foundation’s activities over the 12 years of its existence,President and they also considered its short-termTreasurer and long-term future.Vice-President Secretary From this review, the Rotary Club of Terrace End decided: Directors• That the foundation will continue to operate, as previously Club• ServiceThat its name be changed to TheVocational Rotary Club Service of Terrace CommunityEnd Memorial Service EducationalInternational Trust Service Bill• SomervilleThat continued efforts would beNeil made Turnbull to increase the trust’sMerv capital Dymock funds53 George Stuart Members The trust is unique in New Zealand because it is designed to support aspiring young people to meet goals they have set their heartsBulletin and minds on Lindsayachieving. Spencer These peopleRay Amer are among the groupBob for Burtwhom money to pursueHarry their Craig goals is short. They are not from homes of wealth but are young people eager, determined, talented, who aspire to use their own energies to achieveFellowship their goals butHarold who are Parlane very appreciativeTom Baker of any financial support.Peter Caldwell These people are Billseeking Howell to educate themselves 532 Every If you Rotarian think education is an example is expensive to youth. - try ignorance.

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16.4 List of awardees To date the foundation has made the following awards:

$1200 to attend the 1986 World Skiing Champs for the disabled, in Sweden. Patrick, a disabled skier, lost his father in an accident and later in an accident of his own, he lost a foot. From Ohakune, his home town, he worked around many of the farms near Mt Ruapehu. While others travelled to work in a truck 1985 Patrick Cooper, Ohakune around the mountain, he travelled by bike. After receiving his award he travelled to Sweden and performed so well that he was made a permanent member of the disabled skiing team and ultimately won at least one gold medal. Now holding an executive position, he manages teams of disabled skiers and accompanies them around the world competing in international competitions. Ruth Hefford, $400 to attend an Outward Bound Course. Palmerston North 1986 Bronwyn Hayward, Levin $1500 for special accommodation to attend Victoria University. 1987 No awards Wayne Knowsley, 1988 $600 to attend the World Games for the Deaf in Christchurch. Masterton $1500 to attend a course on endangered birds in the Gerald Durrell Conservation Park in Jersey in the Channel Islands. Susan Anderson, Mount Susan was a worker at Mt Bruce Bird Sanctuary as a volunteer until she won Bruce her award and went to the Gerald Durrell Conservation Park in Jersey in the Channel Islands. After completing her course she returned to Mt Bruce as a fully employed staff member and is still engaged in conservation activities. 1989 Geoff Davidson, Levin A Youth at Risk volunteer - funds to attend an Outdoor Pursuits’ Course. Graham Goodison, A volunteer night worker with youthful addicts. $800 to attend an Outdoor 1990 Wellington Pursuits’ Course. Rebecca Moulton, A severely handicapped student. $1500 for transport costs to Massey 1991 Paraparaumu University. $2500 for advanced music studies at the University of Texas. Stephen is a musician who went to Texas and is now studying postgraduate studies at the Stephen Butts, University of Texas. He is on the staff of a prestigious Texas State Music School Wellington and is a trumpeter in a professional orchestra. Wherever he can play his trumpet, he blows it. Helen Moanamu, $1500 for fees to study musical composition. Wellington $2000 for tuition fees in ballet and competition costs. Cameron is a male ballet dancer who went to Australia. While there he competed in competitions and won a bronze medal in the prestigious Adeline Crenee Ballet Competition for young dancers in London. He graduated from the Australian 1992 Cameron McMillan, New Ballet School and won over $3000 to help him further his studies. He has Plymouth returned to New Zealand on occasions and has danced in “Petrouchka”, has appeared on TV, and has had media attention in the Taranaki newspapers. He has recently performed in the Regent Theatre in Palmerston North with the New Zealand Ballet Company. Brendan Tootell, Pahiatua $1000 to compete in the Australian Motocross Championships. Nigel Tongs, Palmerston $1000 to participate in the National Youth Choir’s tour of Canada and the North USA. Wendy Griffiths, A profoundly deaf university student. $1500 for the transcription of taped 1993 Manakau lecture notes.

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At the 20 November meeting, under President$1500 John for travelHubbard, costs it to was Wellington resolved to for recommend advanced violinto the tuition.club members Kathryn that is the a Palmerston North club sponsor a new clubmusician in this area. from ThisWanganui matter who was could discussed not findat the advanced club assembly tutoring on in17 WanganuiMarch, 1958 so 16.4 List of awardees again chaired by President John Hubbard.went The to clubwork approved to try to attendunanimously the school the formation of a tutor inof aWellingon. new club withAt thethe agerevised of To date the foundation has made the following awards: boundary lineKathryn being 100 Williams, yards West of Albert10 she St, was running busking from in the ManawatuPlaza on the River Kapiti to Richardson’sCoast and one Line. of our Rotarians, Wanganui Gavin Johanson, saw her there and was amazed at her talent. Her award allowed So the new Provisional Rotary Club of herTerrace to pay End the was bus formed, fare from interestingly Wanganui towith Wellington John Hubbard, once or father twice ofa month a present to $1200 to attend the 1986 World Skiing Champs for the disabled, in Sweden. member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Patrick, a disabled skier, lost his father in an accident and later in an accident attend a specialist tutor, whom we believe has agreed to tutor her free of charge the first meeting was to be held on 22 May,because 1958. of herThe extreme provisional talent. induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva of his own, he lost a foot. From Ohakune, his home town, he worked around to be the first president of the new club. many of the farms near Mt Ruapehu. While others travelled to work in a truck $1500 to enable her to attend the Australian Drama School. Rochelle recently Rochelle Bublitz, Waitara returned from the USA where she was an American Field Service Scholar. There 1985 Patrick Cooper, Ohakune around the mountain, he travelled by bike. After receiving his award he travelled 1994 At a meeting andon 29then May, New 1958, Plymouth a numbershe of acquired recommendations a yearning werefor all made sorts for of thedrama conduct and aof grant the newwas club.made Combined to her to to Sweden and performed so well that he was made a permanent member of the meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of disabled skiing team and ultimately won at least one gold medal. Now holding enable further study in Melbourne. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed$1000 to for attend the purchase the Terrace of aEnd voice weekly activator meetings. for his Lindsay PC to enableSpencer him, a Palmerston to attend an executive position, he manages teams of disabled skiers and accompanies North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. them around the world competing in international competitions. Lincoln University. Mark is an amazing person who had a brain tumour at the age of five years, which left him unable to read or write. His primary education Ruth Hefford, Mark Bennett, $400 to attend an Outward Bound Course. 3.3 The Provisional Club was rocky but some wonderful folk at the Correspondence School got him up Palmerston North Pauatahanui In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, andLindsay away. Spencer In 1994 announced he made athat successful the first attempt meeting at universityof the Provisional life and thisRotary grant Club 1986 Bronwyn Hayward, Levin $1500 for special accommodation to attend Victoria University. of Terrace End would take place at the Rossof Intermediate$1000 together School with on a grant Monday, of $1000 9 June from at 5.45pm. the Wellington The Principal, Rotary FrankClub willClift , 1987 No awards was one of the foundation members of theenable club. Mark He alsoto attend announced Lincoln that University. the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each$1000 member to attend would the pay World 4/6d. Cross At this Country first Championshipsmeeting the speaker in Europe.would be Philip, Mr Montyone Wayne Knowsley, Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was ofan our appropriate under-recognised choice of athletes,speaker hadbecause just completedMonty had hisbeen first a memberyear of aof BAthe degree.Rotary 1988 $600 to attend the World Games for the Deaf in Christchurch. Philip Starr, Wellington Masterton Club of Palmerston North since DecemberIn 19441994 andhe was had New been Zealand one of theUnder-20 prime moverschampion for inthe the formation 1500 metres, of the 1st new in clubthe $1500 to attend a course on endangered birds in the Gerald Durrell Conservation at Terrace End before he was transferred tounder-20 Napier. 25000 metres, and represented New Zealand on nine occasions. Park in Jersey in the Channel Islands. 1995 No awards Susan Anderson, Mount Susan was a worker at Mt Bruce Bird Sanctuary as a volunteer until she won Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bruce her award and went to the Gerald Durrell Conservation Park in Jersey in the Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer,$2000 for Lindsay opera-singing Spencer did studies just that.and M.Music He made degree.brief mention Joanna ofwas the studying speakers her but Channel Islands. After completing her course she returned to Mt Bruce as a fully M.Mus in Wellington and aspired to becoming an opera singer. Already she concentrated Joannaon conveying Heslop, a Newgood deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: employed staff member and is still engaged in conservation activities. 1996 has sung duets with Dame Malvina Major and in her expression of thanks at a Plymouth 1989 Geoff Davidson, Levin A Youth at Risk volunteer - funds to attend an Outdoor Pursuits’ Course. The distribution of Rotary Districts inclub NZ meeting, sang a folk song “Bailero” from Auvergne, a district in Southern France. Graham Goodison, A volunteer night worker with youthful addicts. $800 to attend an Outdoor The election of District Governors and their roles. 1990 $1000 to enable her to travel to the UK to participate in GAP scheme. Because of Wellington Pursuits’ Course. The meaning of a Provisional Club tofamily Terrace misfortunes, End. Kylee has been flatting independently since she was 15 years Rebecca Moulton, A severely handicapped student. $1500 for transport costs to Massey Kylee Robinson, 1991 Explanation of avenues of service. of age. Since then, she has studied, worked, and assisted others compassionately Paraparaumu University. Eastbourne What does membership of Rotary givein itsmany members? fields of endeavour. She has received assistance to travel to England $2500 for advanced music studies at the University of Texas. Stephen is a where she will work at St Andrew’s Preparatory School. musician who went to Texas and is now studying postgraduate studies at the Defining duties. Stephen Butts, Ann Spellman, New $2000 for advanced dance tuition in London. Ann is currently in London University of Texas. He is on the staff of a prestigious Texas State Music School Rotary in New Zealand. Wellington Plymouth studying dance and choreography. Although she was injured in a dancing accident and is a trumpeter in a professional orchestra. Wherever he can play his trumpet, Why Limited Classifications? when her partner dropped her in a pas de deux she overcame the disability with he blows it. What is a Rotary club? immense courage to continue her career. Helen Moanamu, $1500 for fees to study musical composition. 1997The ‘4 - RuthWay Test’Batholomew, as a measuring stick,$2000 etc. to help pursue studies in furniture making at Manawatu Polytechnic. Wellington Wellington $2000 for tuition fees in ballet and competition costs. The bulletin Melindadated 19 Collie-Holmes,June included a committee$2000 to followplan for studies the club in dramaticas follows: art at Sydney. Cameron is a male ballet dancer who went to Australia. While there he competed Wellington in competitions and won a bronze medal in the prestigious Adeline Crenee Ballet 1998 Sarah Mawson, $2500 a final year medical student at Auckland University who plans to work in Competition for young dancers in London. He graduated from the Australian Board of Directors 1992 Cameron McMillan, New Dannevirke a leprosy hospital in India. Ballet School and won over $3000 to help him further his studies. He has Plymouth Ruth Hicks, Levin $750. Completed a Masters of Developmental Studies at Massey University. returned to New Zealand on occasions and has danced in “Petrouchka”, has Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer She plans to undertake volunteer work in Papua New Guinea, Thailand and appeared on TV, and has had media attention in the Taranaki newspapers. He President Ecuador.Treasurer Vice-President Secretary has recently performed in the Regent Theatre in Palmerston North with the New Mark Allen, Marton $500 to help in pursuing special studies in communication difficulties. Zealand Ballet Company. Directors Brendan Tootell, Pahiatua $1000 to compete in the Australian Motocross Championships. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Nigel Tongs, Palmerston $1000 to participate in the National Youth Choir’s tour of Canada and the North USA. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Wendy Griffiths, A profoundly deaf university student. $1500 for the transcription of taped 1993 Members Manakau lecture notes. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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A summary of the distribution of awards made by the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust. This trust is unique and not restricted to a specialist field.

Aim: To support aspiring young people under 25 years for whom money is short.54 Qualities of awardees: Eager, determined, talented, clear goals, cashless. Set up 1984 Setting up fund $6000 Capital in hand now $60,000 Aim At least $100,000 Applications received 1156 but increasing each year Awards made 27 Grants made $40,700

16.5. Summary of awards

Field Male Female Topic Destination Topic Destination Dance Ballet tuition Dance and Choreography England Drama studies (2) Drama Production studies Music Youth Choir USA Opera singing Music studies USA Violin tuition Piano studies Venezuela Sport Disabled skiing Sweden World Games for the Deaf New Zealand Motocross riding Australia World Cross Country Europe Disabled at Lincoln Special accommodation at University New Zealand New Zealand Victoria University Transport for disabled to Special studies New Zealand New Zealand Massey Disabled - transcription of New Zealand lectures Outdoor pursuits course Other New Zealand Outward Bound New Zealand (2) Youth at Risk New Zealand Endangered birds Channel Islands GAP (UK) programme England Furniture Making New Zealand Leprosy Studies India Thailand, PNG Volunteer Community Service Ecuador

Summary: Males 11 6 awards in NZ and 5 overseas - disabled 3 Females 16 7 awards in NZ and 9 overseas - disabled 3

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A summary of the distribution of awards made by the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust. This trust At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the is unique and not restricted to a specialist field. Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Aim: To support aspiring young people under 25 years for whom money is short.54 Qualities of awardees: Eager, determined, talented, clear goals, cashless. TheSo the newMike Provisional Hansen RotaryMemorial Club Educationof Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Set up 1984 Foundationmember Graham awarding Hubbard young, aspeople. President Present of the is Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Setting up fund $6000 Mrsthe first Pam Hansenmeeting togetherwas to be withheld theon Chairman22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva ofto thebe theMike first Hansen president Trust, ofBruce the newMarkwell, club. and Capital in hand now $60,000 Secretary Colin Davey. Aim At least $100,000 At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Applications received 1156 but increasing each year meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Awards made 27 the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Grants made $40,700 North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club 16.5. Summary of awards In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Field Male Female was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Topic Destination Topic Destination Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Dance Ballet tuition Dance and Choreography England Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Drama studies (2) Drama Pam Hansen congratulates Memorial Education Trust awardee. Production studies Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Music Youth Choir USA Opera singing Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Music studies USA Violin tuition Piano studies Venezuela The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. Sport Disabled skiing Sweden The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. World Games for the Deaf New Zealand Explanation of avenues of service. Motocross riding Australia What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. World Cross Country Europe Rotary in New Zealand. Disabled at Lincoln Special accommodation at University New Zealand New Zealand Why Limited Classifications? Victoria University Transport for disabled to What is a Rotary club? Special studies New Zealand New Zealand Massey The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Disabled - transcription of New Zealand lectures AnThe awardee bulletin attending dated 19 the June Club’s included tea meeting a committee and plan for the club as follows: Outdoor pursuits course giving a recital on the recently presented flute. Other New Zealand Outward Bound New Zealand (2) Board of Directors Youth at Risk New Zealand Endangered birds Channel Islands Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer GAP (UK) programme England President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Furniture Making New Zealand Directors Leprosy Studies India Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Thailand, PNG 17. CRUNCHIE BAR EXPRESS 1985 - 87 Volunteer Community Service Ecuador QuiteBill Somerville often during meetings of the CommunityNeil Turnbull Service CommitteeMerv older Dymock members who rememberedGeorge Stuart the strong links that had existed with the rural sector in earlier days would raise their voices to comment on rural-city relationships. Members Summary: During the first decade these links were very strong but by the third decade, as membership was almost wholly confined Males 11 6 awards in NZ and 5 overseas - disabled 3 toBulletin city residents, theseLindsay bonds Spencerweakened. RayDuring Amer 1984-85 Mike PowelBobl Burtas Director of CommunityHarry CraigService led a renewed interest in town-country links which were then maintained in a novel way for the next three years with visits to Fordell, Females 16 7 awards in NZ and 9 overseas - disabled 3 Ormondville,Fellowship and Shannon.Harold 55Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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17.1 To Fordell, 1985 After a good deal of discussion the committee initiated an idea they called the “Crunchie Bar Express”. On TV at the time, an advertisement featuring the Milky Bar Kid advertised a chocolate delicacy. Mike introduced an idea of matching Palmerston North with a country centre and outlined plans to hire a train and to make a day trip to a country town like Taihape or Fordell about the middle of May 1985. With Peter Watt, Mike generated a good deal of interest in the novelty. Also, as the Rotaract Club was at its lowest ebb, Rob Brownlee suggested that the members of Rotaract should be involved in the programme as well. At the beginning of April, Mike reported exciting progress and said that Fordell had been chosen as the partner for the day. The residents would provide an entertaining programme for the visitors with a variety of events including sheep riding for the youngsters, and a “shoot out” between two members of Parliament who represented opposing political parties. The committee also reported that sponsors, including the Radio Station 2XS and Cadbury’s Chocolate, had agreed to make the day a success and that the train had been ordered for 19 May. For our committee, the project was confirmed and ready to run and with Cadbury’s participation, the Crunchie Bar Express had a real meaning.

At Station 2XS, Kev Loughlin had given the event a great deal of publicity and Mike and Peter reported to our meeting just before the event in May saying that they anticipated that all the tickets would be sold and that the project was already a success. The week following the Fordell trip, the bulletin editor wrote that many stories of a fun day circulated the club. He mentioned that the Sergeant had had a field day fining all the participants and started by fining Bishop Ross Cuff and Pastor Jock Hosking as they had ordered a fine day for the excursion. Just for the record, 875 passengers enjoyed the trip to Fordell. Among these passengers were train enthusiasts and parents who were giving their families their first taste of steam train travel. Also amongst them was the winner of a raffle that Tony Rickerby had suggested. Having a raffle associated with the sale of tickets helped raise additional funds and the person who bought the lucky ticket won a trip for two to Rotorua.

It was a fun day because after the train pulled out of the station, dancing girls, dressed most appropriately, danced their way through the carriages and handed out Cadbury Crunchie Bars to all the passengers. In fact their presence helped a great deal with lightening the prospect of an unknown trip to Fordell. At Fordell, a band of ferocious-looking bandits raced their horses alongside the train until it stopped at the station where the whole population of Fordell dressed in long skirts, etc, reminiscent of the 1800s, as we have seen it on the films, welcomed the city slickers to the one-horse hick town. For the kids on the train this was really like being in a cowboy picture they had seen on TV.

The rest of the day matched the welcome. Sideshows, stalls, and novelty events at Fordell catered for the various interests of the visitors. However, the greatest interest was reserved for the “shoot out” between Russell Marshall and Venn Young. As each was a Member of Parliament for electorates in that area, the necessary feuding was in-built. It is difficult to remember who fell first or if, in parliamentary language, a lot of their shots were from blanks.

When the project was finally wound up, Mike was able to tell the members that while the major expense of $3000 was for the train, the net profit to the club would also be over $3000. This gladdened the hearts of even the oldest member who could not recall the town-country association producing that sort of profit.

17.2 To Ormondville, 1986 A venture similar to the trip to Fordell was repeated in November 1986 with an associated raffle in order to raise funds for our club. Originally the trip was scheduled for 12 October but it had to be postponed. Despite this, David Drake, Director of Community Services, reported that the preliminary meeting between Terrace End Rotarians, Radio Station 2ZA staff, and the Ormondville Community had been held and the enthusiasm was high. In the 10 October bulletin, David announced that the trip would take place on 16 November, the train was booked, there were jobs for everybody and all that was needed were 700 passengers to fill the train. From late October onwards the Crunchie Bar Express committee met each Friday afternoon at the Commercial Travellers’ Club in Church Street. The pre-trip jobs were ticked off one by one. A raffle permit had been approved and the committee aimed to sell 2000 tickets at $2 each. Each club member was given 25 tickets to sell. Advertisements were being broadcast over the radio and further advertisements were appearing in the shop windows.56

Arrangements were made for the committee to decorate the train on Friday, 14 November and Tony Rickerby and David Drake called in all unsold tickets, which they themselves aimed to sell to the passengers on the train. The train looked like an express, with its badge of office attached to its front, as it dragged its crowd through the Manawatu Gorge. At Ormondville the cowboy nature of the day attracted the crowds to its stalls and one of the most popular was the shooting galley which John Borren and Lloyd Love found challenging.

Reported in the bulletin of 21 November was a brief message that said that the organisers were disappointed that they

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17.1 To Fordell, 1985 wereAt the unable 20 November to fill the meeting, train but under they Presidentwere delighted John Hubbard,that they ithad was made resolved a profit to recommend of $1100. toAfter the the club raffle members ticket that sales the were After a good deal of discussion the committee initiated an idea they called the “Crunchie Bar Express”. On TV at the assessed,Palmerston David North and club Tony sponsor were ablea new to club report in thisa total area. profit This of matterover $3300.was discussed The raffleat the club took assembly a good dealon 17 of March,organising 1958 and time, an advertisement featuring the Milky Bar Kid advertised a chocolate delicacy. Mike introduced an idea of matching wasagain very chaired successful. by President So successful, John Hubbard. in fact, that The it clubwas oneapproved of our unanimouslymembers, President the formation Ross Cuff of a whonew clubwon thewith prize the -revised a trip Palmerston North with a country centre and outlined plans to hire a train and to make a day trip to a country town like awayboundary for two. line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Taihape or Fordell about the middle of May 1985. With Peter Watt, Mike generated a good deal of interest in the novelty. Also, as the Rotaract Club was at its lowest ebb, Rob Brownlee suggested that the members of Rotaract should be involved So the17.3 new To ProvisionalShannon, 1987 Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and in the programme as well. At the beginning of April, Mike reported exciting progress and said that Fordell had been Our club was invited to join the celebrations of Shannon’s centenary in April 1987 by being responsible for managing the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva chosen as the partner for the day. The residents would provide an entertaining programme for the visitors with a variety of four carriages of a steam train on its trip from Palmerston North to Shannon. For Shannon people, this was one way of to be the first president of the new club. events including sheep riding for the youngsters, and a “shoot out” between two members of Parliament who represented getting part of the crowd transported to Shannon to join its celebrations and for the train buffs this was an opportunity of opposing political parties. The committee also reported that sponsors, including the Radio Station 2XS and Cadbury’s travelling on a steam train whose engine normally assisted in the shunting duties in the railway yards at Palmerston North. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Chocolate, had agreed to make the day a success and that the train had been ordered for 19 May. For our committee, the The memories of the participants from our club are dim. All agreed however that the trips to and from Shannon were slow. meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of project was confirmed and ready to run and with Cadbury’s participation, the Crunchie Bar Express had a real meaning. The engine really had not been designed to pull such a long train and especially on its homeward trip it had to stop several the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston times to build up a head of steam. At Station 2XS, Kev Loughlin had given the event a great deal of publicity and Mike and Peter reported to our meeting North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. just before the event in May saying that they anticipated that all the tickets would be sold and that the project was already At Shannon, the train ran down the track for about a mile on several occasions to give folk rides and our workers acted a success. The week following the Fordell trip, the bulletin editor wrote that many stories of a fun day circulated the club. as the3.3 ticket The collectors Provisional or guardsClub on these brief excursions. Some of our Rotarians, Vallis Peet, Gavin Johanson, and Bob He mentioned that the Sergeant had had a field day fining all the participants and started by fining Bishop Ross Cuff and BurnsIn the mentionedfirst bulletin that dated it was 4 June, not a 1958,picnic Lindsayday for SpencerRotarian announced families because that the the first Rotarians meeting were of thecommitted Provisional to working Rotary Cluball Pastor Jock Hosking as they had ordered a fine day for the excursion. Just for the record, 875 passengers enjoyed the trip to day,of Terrace although End there would were take some place like at the Dick Ross Rawstron Intermediate and JessSchool who on went Monday, for purely 9 June sentimental at 5.45pm. reasons. The Principal, Dick’s familyFrank hadClift, Fordell. Among these passengers were train enthusiasts and parents who were giving their families their first taste of steam wasbeen one associated of the foundationwith Shannon members in its very of the early club. days. He All also commented announced that that there the wascaterers a procession would be featuring Mr & Mrs residents Christensen, dressed train travel. Also amongst them was the winner of a raffle that Tony Rickerby had suggested. Having a raffle associated knownin Victorian as the garb Regal sitting Caterers on ,tractor-drawn and that each andmember horse-drawn would pay vehicles 4/6d. that At this assembled first meeting at the footballthe speaker ground would or showgroundbe Mr Monty with the sale of tickets helped raise additional funds and the person who bought the lucky ticket won a trip for two to Lascellesat the end of of Westshore, the street. Napier. As most This of our was Rotarians an appropriate viewed choicethe procession of speaker through because the Monty windows had ofbeen the a hotel,member where of the they Rotary had Rotorua. Clubgathered, of Palmerston they thought North that since by the December end of the 1944 afternoon and had the been procession one of the looked prime pretty movers good. for theBut formation it was the oflong the trip new home club atwith Terrace the train End constantlybefore he was stopping transferred while to the Napier. engine2 recharged its reserves of steam that our members recall most clearly. It was a fun day because after the train pulled out of the station, dancing girls, dressed most appropriately, danced their way At the following club meeting reported in the bulletin of 24 April, 1987 Vallis Peet said that the club had made $700 as a through the carriages and handed out Cadbury Crunchie Bars to all the passengers. In fact their presence helped a great resultSubsequent of the bulletinstrip so it weremust designed have been to worthwhile. inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, deal with lightening the prospect of an unknown trip to Fordell. At Fordell, a band of ferocious-looking bandits raced their Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but horses alongside the train until it stopped at the station where the whole population of Fordell dressed in long skirts, etc, 18.concentrated THE MINI-BIKES on conveying a good 1983 deal - 86of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: reminiscent of the 1800s, as we have seen it on the films, welcomed the city slickers to the one-horse hick town. For the kids on the train this was really like being in a cowboy picture they had seen on TV. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ 18.1 Background The election of District Governors and their roles. The rest of the day matched the welcome. Sideshows, stalls, and novelty events at Fordell catered for the various interests of The club for sometime had been looking for a project that would raise funds far greater than from the usual type of activities. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. the visitors. However, the greatest interest was reserved for the “shoot out” between Russell Marshall and Venn Young. As It was also mindful of the fact that the funds should come from the community and not simply from the members of the each was a Member of Parliament for electorates in that area, the necessary feuding was in-built. It is difficult to remember clubExplanation and from those of avenues with whom of service. the members would normally associate. The mini-bikes fulfilled these expectations. who fell first or if, in parliamentary language, a lot of their shots were from blanks. What does membership of Rotary give its members? WhileDefining on a visit duties. to Wanganui, Colin Barkwith came across a small circuit on which some 50cc three-wheeled Suzuki bikes When the project was finally wound up, Mike was able to tell the members that while the major expense of $3000 was for were running. His enquiries enabled him to locate the person responsible for the project and to discuss the merits and Rotary in New Zealand. the train, the net profit to the club would also be over $3000. This gladdened the hearts of even the oldest member who practicalities of the venture. Colin could see that this was a project that our club could duplicate in Palmerston North. For could not recall the town-country association producing that sort of profit. the Whyscheme Limited to be successful, Classifications? a satisfactory venue suitable for the age group that was most likely to take advantage of the use of theWhat bikes is awould Rotary be club? required as well as instant capital.57 17.2 To Ormondville, 1986 The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. A venture similar to the trip to Fordell was repeated in November 1986 with an associated raffle in order to raise funds 18.1.1 Conception and Implementation for our club. Originally the trip was scheduled for 12 October but it had to be postponed. Despite this, David Drake, AtThe a firesidebulletin datedmeeting 19 ofJune the included Community a committee Service planCommittee for the onclub 9 asSeptember, follows: 1983 Colin put forward his proposal as a Director of Community Services, reported that the preliminary meeting between Terrace End Rotarians, Radio Station likely project and obtained the committee’s approval to further investigate the mini-bike project. From the Community 2ZA staff, and the Ormondville Community had been held and the enthusiasm was high. In the 10 October bulletin, ServiceBoard ofCommittee Directors the project was presented to the Board of Directors who gave the approval to go ahead. At this point David announced that the trip would take place on 16 November, the train was booked, there were jobs for everybody and an organising committee was established and it set about arranging the funding, purchasing the bikes, finding a suitable all that was needed were 700 passengers to fill the train. From late October onwards the Crunchie Bar Express committee venue,Jack Sylva creating the track, and finally organisingGeorge theStuart operation of theBill activity. Somerville Lindsay Spencer met each Friday afternoon at the Commercial Travellers’ Club in Church Street. The pre-trip jobs were ticked off one by President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary one. A raffle permit had been approved and the committee aimed to sell 2000 tickets at $2 each. Each club member was 18.1.2 Funding given 25 tickets to sell. Advertisements were being broadcast over the radio and further advertisements were appearing in Directors the shop windows.56 The capital necessary to purchase six bikes was beyond the resources of the club. It was therefore decided that the organising committee should seek the permission of the board to approach members of the club to fund the venture. When this was Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Arrangements were made for the committee to decorate the train on Friday, 14 November and Tony Rickerby and David granted the president, Bruce Markwell, at a normal weekly meeting put the proposal to the members. When he asked that Drake called in all unsold tickets, which they themselves aimed to sell to the passengers on the train. The train looked membersBill Somerville lend a non-interest bearing amountNeil Turnbullof $500 each for a periodMerv Dymock not exceeding six months,George Stuarta loan which would like an express, with its badge of office attached to its front, as it dragged its crowd through the Manawatu Gorge. At be guaranteed by the club, one could have heard a pin drop. The proposal was so successfully presented to the club that Members Ormondville the cowboy nature of the day attracted the crowds to its stalls and one of the most popular was the shooting despite the misapprehension of some people, sufficient of the members responded positively. Now that the funding had been organised and the manning of the operation established, the project was ready to get under way as soon as the track galley which John Borren and Lloyd Love found challenging. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig could be completed. We must add that so successful was the venture that the members’ loans were repaid in full after only Reported in the bulletin of 21 November was a brief message that said that the organisers were disappointed that they twoFellowship months’ successfulHarold operation Parlane of the bikes.Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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18.1.3 The venue To find a satisfactory venue was going to involve the use of council land that in turn required following many steps and procedures. The club was fortunate to be able to obtain a site between the Lido Complex and the Mini Railway on the Esplanade and on 29 September the city council approved that a trial period be granted. This trial period was later extended because before final permission could be granted, evaluations of noise levels and safety factors had to be determined. Restrictions on operating times also had to be considered and imposed. Finally, it was planned that the track be completed in early December and that the running of the bikes should become an exciting operation. To advertise the bikes, the committee entered them in the Palmerston North Christmas parade when the sons and daughters of our members displayed the bikes to an admiring public.

18.2 Operation During a number of working bees of club members the oval track was created by outlining it with used car tyres buried vertically into the ground with a small part of the circumference of each protruding above the surface of the ground. The inside barrier was formed by using plastic irrigation tubing spiked into the ground. Rides were timed at four minutes each, the cost was $1 a ride and the project was voluntarily manned by Rotarians, who were rostered to supervise. At first, all members of the club were rostered but later as other commitments caught up with members, wives/partners/family and other interested responsible persons were included in the roster so that a complete involvement of club members could be maintained to share the load.58

The city council permitted the club to operate the bikes from 10am to 6pm at weekends, on public holidays and during school holidays. Because the bikes and other equipment had to be removed from the site each day, a trailer was constructed for that purpose by Colin Barkwith and the maintenance of the bikes, as it was required, was carried out by members, principally Bruce Markwell and later Bernie Yorke. This pattern of operation was maintained during the late spring, summer, and autumn of each year and during the winter the bikes were given a rest to allow for repairs and maintenance. It was decided that only five bikes should operate at one time and that one should be held in reserve at the track in case an operating bike ceased to function. Sometimes this was caused by aggressive adolescent groups racing around the track and doing “wheelies” at the sharpest corners. This manoeuvre placed an unnecessary strain on the bikes and the supervisors had to control the behaviour of inconsiderate riders. Members should pause to appreciate the contributions of Colin Barkwith whose imagination and continuing involvement inspired the project, and Bruce Markwell who headed the project, maintained the bikes for much of their lives, and provided a great deal of fuel during their operation.

The bikes were hired out on several occasions, principally to schools or school districts. The first of these was to St James’ school when members of the Rotary Club manned the bikes, and later to the Kairanga and Milson areas where they were operated by local people.

18.2.1 Conclusion The project ran for three years and became probably the most successful fundraising venture that the club had undertaken, raising in excess of $20,000 after deducting all expenses and repaying loans. The project probably ran its time because of the ageing of the bikes and because there was a considerable commitment on members who honoured their obligation to supervise on their rostered days. Ultimately the bikes were sold off to a resident of Hastings. He bought all the bikes and trailers as a going concern and club members restored the site to its near original condition. However, it is interesting to recount that the racing track was later used by the Manawatu operators of radio-controlled cars, who ran them around the old track. Later still, the area was incorporated into a Leisureland operation. This really illustrated that the site chosen at the Esplanade, between two other leisure-type pursuits, was an appropriate choice by the original developers.

The money realised from the sale of the bikes was placed in a special bank account by the Board of Directors. This money was earmarked to provide a fund to help launch a similar type of proposal should an initial amount of money be required. However, in 1997, when the name of the Mike Hansen Memorial Trust Foundation was changed to that of the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Educational Trust, the members agreed to a proposal that the capital base of the trust should be increased significantly. This increase was made by transferring the mini-bike money into the trust account. Hence an idea to raise a considerable amount of money, and to involve the talents of a large number of club members, finally contributed to one of the most unique educational trusts in the country.

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18.1.3 The venue At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the To find a satisfactory venue was going to involve the use of council land that in turn required following many steps Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 and procedures. The club was fortunate to be able to obtain a site between the Lido Complex and the Mini Railway again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised on the Esplanade and on 29 September the city council approved that a trial period be granted. This trial period was boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. later extended because before final permission could be granted, evaluations of noise levels and safety factors had to be determined. Restrictions on operating times also had to be considered and imposed. Finally, it was planned that the track So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present be completed in early December and that the running of the bikes should become an exciting operation. To advertise hemember Crunchie Graham Bar Express Hubbard 1985-87, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the bikes, the committee entered them in the Palmerston North Christmas parade when the sons and daughters of our the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva members displayed the bikes to an admiring public. to be the first president of the new club.

18.2 Operation At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of During a number of working bees of club members the oval track was created by outlining it with used car tyres buried the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston vertically into the ground with a small part of the circumference of each protruding above the surface of the ground. The North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. inside barrier was formed by using plastic irrigation tubing spiked into the ground. Rides were timed at four minutes each, the cost was $1 a ride and the project was voluntarily manned by Rotarians, who were rostered to supervise. At first, all 3.3 The Provisional Club members of the club were rostered but later as other commitments caught up with members, wives/partners/family and other interested responsible persons were included in the roster so that a complete involvement of club members could be In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club maintained to share the load.58 of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, The city council permitted the club to operate the bikes from 10am to 6pm at weekends, on public holidays and during known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty school holidays. Because the bikes and other equipment had to be removed from the site each day, a trailer was constructed Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary for that purpose by Colin Barkwith and the maintenance of the bikes, as it was required, was carried out by members, Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 principally Bruce Markwell and later Bernie Yorke. This pattern of operation was maintained during the late spring, Mini Bike Project proposed by Colin Barkwith summer, and autumn of each year and during the winter the bikes were given a rest to allow for repairs and maintenance. It was decided that only five bikes should operate at one time and that one should be held in reserve at the track in case an Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, operating bike ceased to function. Sometimes this was caused by aggressive adolescent groups racing around the track and Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but doing “wheelies” at the sharpest corners. This manoeuvre placed an unnecessary strain on the bikes and the supervisors concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: had to control the behaviour of inconsiderate riders. Members should pause to appreciate the contributions of Colin Barkwith whose imagination and continuing involvement inspired the project, and Bruce Markwell who headed the The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ project, maintained the bikes for much of their lives, and provided a great deal of fuel during their operation. The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. The bikes were hired out on several occasions, principally to schools or school districts. The first of these was to St James’ school when members of the Rotary Club manned the bikes, and later to the Kairanga and Milson areas where they were Explanation of avenues of service. operated by local people. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. 18.2.1 Conclusion Rotary in New Zealand. The project ran for three years and became probably the most successful fundraising venture that the club had undertaken, Why Limited Classifications? raising in excess of $20,000 after deducting all expenses and repaying loans. The project probably ran its time because of What is a Rotary club? the ageing of the bikes and because there was a considerable commitment on members who honoured their obligation to supervise on their rostered days. Ultimately the bikes were sold off to a resident of Hastings. He bought all the bikes and The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. trailers as a going concern and club members restored the site to its near original condition. However, it is interesting to recount that the racing track was later used by the Manawatu operators of radio-controlled cars, who ran them around the The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: old track. Later still, the area was incorporated into a Leisureland operation. This really illustrated that the site chosen at the Esplanade, between two other leisure-type pursuits, was an appropriate choice by the original developers. Board of Directors

The money realised from the sale of the bikes was placed in a special bank account by the Board of Directors. This TheJack SylvaMini Bikes on parade 1983-86 George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer money was earmarked to provide a fund to help launch a similar type of proposal should an initial amount of money be President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary required. However, in 1997, when the name of the Mike Hansen Memorial Trust Foundation was changed to that of the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Educational Trust, the members agreed to a proposal that the capital base of Directors the trust should be increased significantly. This increase was made by transferring the mini-bike money into the trust account. Hence an idea to raise a considerable amount of money, and to involve the talents of a large number of club Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service members, finally contributed to one of the most unique educational trusts in the country. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart

19.Members POLIO PLUS 1986 ItBulletin is probable that noLindsay other international Spencer Ray organisation Amer could envisageBob and Burt give a directive toHarry its members Craig without some government interference. Rotary International achieved this when it introduced the concept of Polio Plus. It is also probableFellowship that no otherHarold organisation Parlane has maintainedTom Baker a network of branchesPeter Caldwell where the membersBill wouldHowell accept the idea so positively and work so willingly to implementing the idea. Although it was not without its critics, the idea of ridding the 58 Give a husband enough rope and he’ll want to skip. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

Page 64 Page 136557 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 world of the death-threatening and physically-crippling disease, poliomyelitis, by the year 2005 was an ambitious one.59

The first general introduction of the plan to eradicate the poliomyelitis disease from the world was made to us at a club meeting in September 1986. Des Fielden and Ross Cuff spoke to the club about a Rotary International project to raise $120 million throughout the world in order to do this. It is true that a number of club members felt offended that a project had been imposed upon them and when the members were told that the district goal was $492,000 from its 50 clubs this imposition seemed enormous. Nevertheless Ross Cuff, with very good support from Peter Rainford and Jock Hosking, pointed out the humanitarian benefits of the scheme and suggested we should concentrate on means of raising our contribution.

In a later talk to the club, Ross outlined to the members the factors that had to be considered in terms of the numbers of children who needed to be immunised and the number of dollars needed to meet the challenge. His outline sounded as if he were reading a glossary of American telephone numbers. He compared the demands made of large American clubs whose targets almost ran into millions of dollars with the expectation of donations from Terrace End members. When the final crunch came, he said that Terrace End was asked to raise $10,000 or $150 a member. This amount would immunise 27,383 children, save 96 from a disability, and prevent 14 from dying.

To raise this contribution, members were asked to make a donation through a system of pledges and to obtain from businesses and friends similar pledges that would operate over the next two years. To make the contribution more palatable, Jock Hosking and Peter Rainford said that the pledge amounted to only $6.25 a month or $1.56 a week. When the proposal was ultimately put to the members it met with unanimous approval. Forms to enable the pledges to be recorded were prepared, distributed, and asked to be completed by 14 October. To soften the blow a little, Ross added that all the pledges could be declared as being tax-deductible.

Rather than expecting members to pledge the total amounts, alternative ideas were made to raise funds. The campaign was launched on Sunday, 19 July when the members of the International Service Committee each hosted a champagne breakfast for which each guest was asked to pay $5. Ross showed calendars that the Rotary Club of Riccarton had prepared for sale to meet its target. He even produced a battery-powered clock that he had acquired in Marton. Vallis Peet suggested a gala day, which he imagined could be held in the Centennial Lagoon area, similar to that organised for the opening of the new bridge. Few of the proposals for specific fundraising for Polio Plus got off the ground but all members of the club contributed through the pledge system and by supporting the various fundraising activities agreed upon, which became part of the programme for the next two years. Needless to say, the club managed to meet its target within the two-year framework.

Progress reports were issued during the following years. In Nov 1989, members were advised that at 14 June of that year the project had immunised 169.5 million of the 477.7 million who needed to be treated. A report in the bulletin on 25 March, 1991 summarised four aims of the scheme. It aimed: • to eradicate poliomyelitis from the Americas by 1992 • to immunise 20 million Indian children in a national campaign to which the Rotary Foundation had committed $20 million • to focus on 10 countries in Southern Africa for a stepped up assault. • to acknowledge that Rotarians in Mombasa in Kenya had rehabilitated a former dispensary and had presented it to the city to serve as an immunisation centre In October 1992, 100 million children under the age of one had been immunised. Again in October 1995 we were notified that in the first four months, 38 countries had administered treatment to more than 200 million children. To draw their population’s attention to the disease, these 38 countries organised National Immunisation Days. Polio Plus contributed to 27 of these National Immunisation Days. Some statistics at the time revealed that the incidence of need for treatment was as follows: 48% in South East Asia, 26% in the East Mediterranean, 16% in Africa, 8% in the West Pacific, 2% in Europe and that since 1991, the Americas had been free of the disease.

An article in Rotary Down Under for September 1998 indicated that the decision adopted by the 1995 Council of Legislation affirmed that the eradication of polio was and must remain the premier goal of Rotary International and its foundation until the day the world was certified as being rid of the polio virus. To this end, for 1998, grants of more than $US12.7 million for polio eradication activities have been made to Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Turkey and to WHO agencies in Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean, as well as to MECACAR (Mediterranean, Caucasus, and Central Asia Republics).

We can look back at this project as a massive one in which we have played a part. Today, the project appears to be 59 The bigger a man’s head gets, the easier it is to fill his shoes.

Page 5866 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End world of the death-threatening and physically-crippling disease, poliomyelitis, by the year 2005 was an ambitious one.59 realisticallyAt the 20 November meeting its meeting, primary under objective. President60 John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 The first general introduction of the plan to eradicate the poliomyelitis disease from the world was made to us at a club 20.again THE chaired BRIDGE by President BOOKS John Hubbard. - THE The MANAWATU club approved BRIDGESunanimously UPthe formation TO 1987 of a new club with the revised meeting in September 1986. Des Fielden and Ross Cuff spoke to the club about a Rotary International project to raise boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. $120 million throughout the world in order to do this. It is true that a number of club members felt offended that a The opening of the third bridge over the Manawatu River on 8 March, 1987 was an historic event for the citizens of project had been imposed upon them and when the members were told that the district goal was $492,000 from its 50 PalmerstonSo the new North.Provisional Because Rotary this Club replacement of Terrace was End completed was formed, after the interestingly second bridge with had John been Hubbard, used for father52 years, of ait presentwas an clubs this imposition seemed enormous. Nevertheless Ross Cuff, with very good support from Peter Rainford and Jock eventmember that Graham had to Hubbardbe well recognised, as President in Palmerston of the Palmerston North. North Although Rotary the Club. celebrations The new associated club had with 22 initialits opening members were andin Hosking, pointed out the humanitarian benefits of the scheme and suggested we should concentrate on means of raising the firsthands meetingof the Lions was to Club be held of Palmerston on 22 May, North, 1958. otherThe serviceprovisional organisations induction were date asked was set to forassist. 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva our contribution. to be the first president of the new club. The role of the Rotary Club of Terrace End was to organize the distribution of stalls associated with local community In a later talk to the club, Ross outlined to the members the factors that had to be considered in terms of the numbers of groups.At a meeting Colin on Barkwith 29 May, and 1958, his sub-committeea number of recommendations of the Vocational were Service made Committee for the conduct drew up of a the plan new of theclub. area Combined adjacent children who needed to be immunised and the number of dollars needed to meet the challenge. His outline sounded as tomeetings the Palmerston of the Palmerston North side North of the andbridge Terrace and assigned End committees sites for sale were within to be this held plan. and Theone directordetails wereand advertisedthree members and over of if he were reading a glossary of American telephone numbers. He compared the demands made of large American clubs 60the groupsPalmerston within North the community Club should availed be detailed themselves to attend of the the opportunity Terrace End toweekly advertise meetings. their organisation Lindsay Spencer and ,to a makePalmerston some whose targets almost ran into millions of dollars with the expectation of donations from Terrace End members. When the moneyNorth Rotarian,for their group.was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. final crunch came, he said that Terrace End was asked to raise $10,000 or $150 a member. This amount would immunise The greatest contribution to this event, however, was the production of a history that commemorated the construction of the 27,383 children, save 96 from a disability, and prevent 14 from dying. 3.3 The Provisional Club three bridges that had been built on the site. Peter Croad and Bill Dorreen collated all the material that they had been able In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club To raise this contribution, members were asked to make a donation through a system of pledges and to obtain from to gather from the city archivist, Mr Ian Matheson, and from the Palmerston North office of the Ministry of Works. Much of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, businesses and friends similar pledges that would operate over the next two years. To make the contribution more palatable, of the text was taken directly was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Jock Hosking and Peter Rainford said that the pledge amounted to only $6.25 a month or $1.56 a week. When the from Mr Matheson’s notes but known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty proposal was ultimately put to the members it met with unanimous approval. Forms to enable the pledges to be recorded appropriate photographs were Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary were prepared, distributed, and asked to be completed by 14 October. To soften the blow a little, Ross added that all the selected from over 500 held by Clubthe Ministry of Palmerston of Works, North those since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club pledges could be declared as being tax-deductible. 2 atheld Terrace in the End Palmerston before he wasNorth transferred to Napier. Rather than expecting members to pledge the total amounts, alternative ideas were made to raise funds. The campaign City Library and those photos Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, was launched on Sunday, 19 July when the members of the International Service Committee each hosted a champagne in the city council archives. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but breakfast for which each guest was asked to pay $5. Ross showed calendars that the Rotary Club of Riccarton had prepared concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: for sale to meet its target. He even produced a battery-powered clock that he had acquired in Marton. Vallis Peet suggested a gala day, which he imagined could be held in the Centennial Lagoon area, similar to that organised for the opening of The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ the new bridge. Few of the proposals for specific fundraising for Polio Plus got off the ground but all members of the club contributed through the pledge system and by supporting the various fundraising activities agreed upon, which became TheThe electionopening of theDistrict new Governors and their roles. part of the programme for the next two years. Needless to say, the club managed to meet its target within the two-year ManawatuThe meaning River bridgeof a Provisional 1987. Club to Terrace End. framework. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Progress reports were issued during the following years. In Nov 1989, members were advised that at 14 June of that year the project had immunised 169.5 million of the 477.7 million who needed to be treated. A report in the bulletin on 25 Defining duties. March, 1991 summarised four aims of the scheme. It aimed: As Rotarya result, in Newa compact Zealand. and graphic history was produced • to eradicate poliomyelitis from the Americas by 1992 Why Limited Classifications? which gave an historical survey • to immunise 20 million Indian children in a national campaign to which the Rotary Foundation had committed of theWhat planning is a Rotary and constructionclub? of the first two bridges, and which detailed the technical information and methods of $20 million constructionThe ‘4 - ofWay the Test’ most as recenta measuring structure. stick, etc. • to focus on 10 countries in Southern Africa for a stepped up assault. • to acknowledge that Rotarians in Mombasa in Kenya had rehabilitated a former dispensary and had presented TheIn his bulletinforeword, dated Ross 19 Cuff June, whoincluded was presidenta committee at the plan time, for thankedthe club Peteras follows: and Bill and all the others who had contributed it to the city to serve as an immunisation centre to its production, including the organisations that had provided the financial assistance in the production of this book viz. The Ministry of Works and Development, Higgins, Redimix Concrete, Fletcher Development and Construction, Toyota In October 1992, 100 million children under the age of one had been immunised. Again in October 1995 we were Board of Directors notified that in the first four months, 38 countries had administered treatment to more than 200 million children. To New Zealand, Richardson Drilling Co 1982 Ltd, Pratt Contractors, Swiftprint Centre Ltd, and Radio 2ZA. draw their population’s attention to the disease, these 38 countries organised National Immunisation Days. Polio Plus MembersJack Sylva of our club and members of the GeorgePalmerston Stuart North Lions ClubBill Somerville assembled to sell the Lindsaybooklets Spencer but while they were contributed to 27 of these National Immunisation Days. Some statistics at the time revealed that the incidence of need for attractively set out and contained a very interesting script they did not sell as well as we had initially imagined they would. treatment was as follows: 48% in South East Asia, 26% in the East Mediterranean, 16% in Africa, 8% in the West Pacific, ThePresident Lions Club returned 535 books to Treasurerus and with the ones thatVice-President we held, we found that Secretarywe had 800 books left. At a 2% in Europe and that since 1991, the Americas had been free of the disease. meeting of our club, Don Mason took 50 copies at 50 cents each so that he could give them to his clients at Commercial Union.Directors Members of the club bought copies for themselves and for gifts but we were still left with quite a number. Alan An article in Rotary Down Under for September 1998 indicated that the decision adopted by the 1995 Council of CaddickClub Service undertook to dispose of the rest Vocationaland he called Service for introductionsCommunity to organisations Service suchInternational as Scouts, Girl Service Guides, etc Legislation affirmed that the eradication of polio was and must remain the premier goal of Rotary International and its so that he could contact them to see whether or not they would be willing to sell them at $2 each - $1 for the organisation foundation until the day the world was certified as being rid of the polio virus. To this end, for 1998, grants of more than andBill $1Somerville for our club. In the meantime, heNeil sold Turnbull some from his shop,Merv as didDymock the chemists JohnGeorge Cromie Stuart, Mike Cross, and Noel Cantwell. At Christmas time in 1988 Alan offered the remaining books to sons and daughters of the members and $US12.7 million for polio eradication activities have been made to Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Turkey and to WHO Members agencies in Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean, as well as to MECACAR (Mediterranean, Caucasus, and Central Asia suggested that they establish stalls around the streets, outside supermarkets etc. They could sell the books at the rates Republics). mentionedBulletin above andLindsay they had Spencer the opportunityRay Amer of returning unsoldBob books Burt to him. Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell We can look back at this project as a massive one in which we have played a part. Today, the project appears to be After these avenues had been explored, and with some copies still remaining, Alan offered them to the Salvation Army to 59 The bigger a man’s head gets, the easier it is to fill his shoes. 602 Every Many Rotarian people failis an to example recognise to opportunity youth. because it comes disguised as work.

Page 66 Page 136759 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 dispense as they wished. With these final offerings the club made about $600 but managed to dispose of all the books. In hindsight it is easy for us to say two things: the marketing of the books had not been done well, and if we had kept them for a few years and had released them gradually we would have made a handsome profit because now they have become collectors’ items.

21. CRICKET - THE SPORTSMEN’S CHALLENGE 1982 - 89 Most of our members were involved in some aspect of sport and mention has been made of our participation in a number of sporting codes. Golf had a continuing interest for many as it could be played by people of all ages. Squash briefly held the attention of some, while an increasing number became interested in bowls. Some nights of snooker were entertaining, but for a period from 1982-1989 cricket captured the interest and attention of enough members to make a formidable club team. This interest was manifested in twilight cricket, indoor cricket, challenges with other clubs, and as a reason for weekend trips to Taupo.

In a number of our bulletins, prominence was given to the abilities and performances of the “Terrace End Twilight Terrors” and more than an occasional reference was made. It was Tony Lorimer who, as bulletin editor in 1982-83, set the pattern. He gave a summary of our cricketing prowess quoting scores, performances, disappointments, and successes. His weekly comment during the cricket season would have attracted the attention of the editors of Wisden’s Cricket Almanac but as Wisdens was not on our mailing list, Tony’s skill went unnoticed, apart from the Terrace End circle. In this article there is no attempt to document all the results but some relevant comments appear appropriate.61

Interested readers would have found that the first few words of each report foretold the results because Tony always succinctly started with something like: • “In spite of a fighting knock of 32....” • “Despite fine knocks by....” • “Pipped at the post....” • “Suffice it to say....” • ” Great stuff....” • “Unfortunately....” One really didn’t need to be a great detective to realise that we had won only one game in the first six. However, in the second half of the first season, in 1983 he continued with: • “Another win. A nail biting finish....” • “Top performance but unfortunately not good enough....” • “Excellent bowling BUT....” • “A close match again, another loss....” • “An excellent all round performance....” • “A record score....” • “A comprehensive defeat....” Three wins out of seven games indicated a great deal of improvement.

Tony’s comment at the end of the season: “I feel at a loss being unable to report cricket. I will have to think of something else to fill up the bulletin.” This was a very true statement because Tony often devoted half a page to cricket, more than he gave to the speaker or to any of the directors’ reports. It is to his credit that he created the precedent of mentioning the personalities of whom the cricketing fraternity had its fair share.62

Barry Fitzgerald, who called together the players interested in forming a team as early as August 1982, although the first game did not start until November, was probably the father of cricket in our club. “Fiery” Fitzgerald, as he was nicknamed, performed well with scores of 35 and 59 not out in the first season. He was ably assisted by Alex “Hurricane” Hutt 32 and 45. At the time the editor was inclined to think that the final score was Alex’s age. However, Alex who was injured during the season and was unable to play had to officiate as scorekeeper. Tony often commented that Alex developed cramp in his hand while keeping the opposition’s score and while describing the seating arrangement Tony mentioned that Alex had to lift himself from his beer crate to get himself back into action. Other notables with the bat were Mike Cross, Don Mason, and Bernie Hodgson. Graeme Campbell was mentioned only once but that was for his brilliant fielding when he ran out the top batsman with a throw at the wickets from point. Kit Ellis won the reporter’s praise for the brilliance of his 61 Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out. 62 In all things success depends upon previous preparation and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.

Page 6068 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End dispense as they wished. With these final offerings the club made about $600 but managed to dispose of all the books. In catching.At the 20 November Tony did notmeeting, seem tounder appreciate President the Johnguile Hubbard,displayed itby was our resolved bowlers tobut recommend they must haveto the contributed club members as well. that theHe hindsight it is easy for us to say two things: the marketing of the books had not been done well, and if we had kept them didPalmerston mention North the contributions club sponsor of a newour “ringclub inins” this who area. were This needed matter to makewas discussed up the teamat the numbers club assembly on occasions, on 17 March,because 1958 he for a few years and had released them gradually we would have made a handsome profit because now they have become mentionedagain chaired the by efforts President of Fergus John Hubbard.Laidlaw, Bill The Laidlaw’s club approved son, and thoseunanimously of his own the sonformation Michael. of a new club with the revised collectors’ items. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. The following year, David Cordery did not reveal the same commitment to reporting cricket as Tony had done but he 21. CRICKET - THE SPORTSMEN’S CHALLENGE 1982 - 89 didSo thecomment new Provisional that in a challengeRotary Club match of Terraceplaying Endindoor was cricket formed, with interestingly the Round with Table, John we Hubbard, were the winners.father of aOn present each occasionmember Grahamduring the Hubbard first ,half as Presidentof the season of the he Palmerston reported North“another Rotary loss, Club.but the The team new will club win had one 22 day”.initial Earlymembers in 1984 and Most of our members were involved in some aspect of sport and mention has been made of our participation in a number whenthe first he reportedmeeting awas win, to behe heldadded on that22 May,“avid 1958. readers Thewill provisional note that victoryinduction was date predicted was set byfor the 7 July,editor”. 1958, He with mentioned Jack Sylva of sporting codes. Golf had a continuing interest for many as it could be played by people of all ages. Squash briefly held into abe summary the first ofpresident games that of the the newteam club. had played 14 and had won three. Barry Fitzgerald deserves a great deal of credit for the attention of some, while an increasing number became interested in bowls. Some nights of snooker were entertaining, having organised the events and he ended the season for us with a challenge match against Foxton Rotary on Ongley Park but for a period from 1982-1989 cricket captured the interest and attention of enough members to make a formidable thatAt a resultedmeeting in on a 29win May, for Terrace 1958, aEnd. number It is ofprobable recommendations that Foxton werehad not made had for the the same conduct opportunities of the new of practisingclub. Combined during club team. This interest was manifested in twilight cricket, indoor cricket, challenges with other clubs, and as a reason for themeetings season of as the our Palmerston team had had. North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of weekend trips to Taupo. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston InNorth the Rotarian,1984-85 Rotarywas placed year, on Don loan Mason to the actednew club as editor, to act butas its although secretary he and was to ahelp star thebatsman club to he become did not established. report as fully In a number of our bulletins, prominence was given to the abilities and performances of the “Terrace End Twilight Terrors” as Tony had done. Paul Ewing took over the organisation of the team and a new bowling star contributed to the attack. and more than an occasional reference was made. It was Tony Lorimer who, as bulletin editor in 1982-83, set the pattern. Richard3.3 BullockThe Provisional who had justClub joined the club, was spoken of in bated breath when the players described the speed with He gave a summary of our cricketing prowess quoting scores, performances, disappointments, and successes. His weekly which he hurled the ball at opposing batsmen. It is a wonder that batsmen had the courage to face him. We must have comment during the cricket season would have attracted the attention of the editors of Wisden’s Cricket Almanac but as In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club beenof Terrace a bit End short would of players take place because at the Garry Ross IntermediateGordon joined School later onand Monday, immediately 9 June hadat 5.45pm. an appointment The Principal, with theFrank cricket Clift, Wisdens was not on our mailing list, Tony’s skill went unnoticed, apart from the Terrace End circle. In this article there is team. no attempt to document all the results but some relevant comments appear appropriate.61 was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty LascellesIt must have of Westshore, been a disappointment Napier. This towas Paulan appropriate Ewing to findchoice that of speaker when hebecause had askedMonty who had wasbeen interested a member in ofplaying the Rotary and Interested readers would have found that the first few words of each report foretold the results because Tony always despite a good showing of hands, only two players turned up at the grounds for the first game and our team had to default succinctly started with something like: Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club atits Terracevery first End match.before heThis was absence transferred of players to Napier. did 2not mean an absence of commitment. That was shown in the following • “In spite of a fighting knock of 32....” games. In its opening match it lost by only one run. The next match was also close and was laconically reported as, “Us 90 plus one broken finger. Them 92”, and the batsmen Mason, Cross and Hutt were given good reviews. From then on our • “Despite fine knocks by....” Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, team was able to approach each match with a far more confident manner. In previous years, Barry Fitzgerald complained Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but • “Pipped at the post....” about the quality of the cricket gear that the team had to borrow. This year however, he became director of Vocational concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: • “Suffice it to say....” Service and while on the Board of Directors he was able to persuade the board to supply decent gear for the team. It was happily recorded that the club had spent $500 on gear for the team. What was not recorded was that the club expected • ” Great stuff....” The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ the team to put it to good use. • “Unfortunately....” The election of District Governors and their roles. One really didn’t need to be a great detective to realise that we had won only one game in the first six. EddieThe Eggers meaning was theof a editorProvisional during Club 1985-86 to Terrace and returnedEnd. to active cricket reporting. During the year he renamed his However, in the second half of the first season, in 1983 he continued with: columnExplanation “Talking of Points” avenues and of itservice. was he who assigned the title Alex Hutt’s “Twilight Terrors” or “Terribles” whichever way the decision went. Alex had taken over as captain and earned the nom de plume “Sure Hands” Hutt, which really doesn’t • “Another win. A nail biting finish....” What does membership of Rotary give its members? • “Top performance but unfortunately not good enough....” need any expansion of meaning. Alex said that for the next three seasons the team comprised a very devoted group of playersDefining who performed duties. very well in all aspects of the game. The members even went to the extent of having their photos • “Excellent bowling BUT....” takenRotary as a teamin New and Zealand. at the end of each season held an “after season” dinner. Perhaps because of their practice of holding • “A close match again, another loss....” post-matchWhy Limited functions Classifications? it came naturally to have an “after-season” dinner. 63 • “An excellent all round performance....” What is a Rotary club? • “A record score....” It was not only in twilight cricket that the members participated. Paul Ewing encouraged the different service committees in theThe club ‘4 -to makeWay Test’ up asa competitiona measuring atstick, the etc.Taonui St Indoor Cricket Wicket. In each team a minimum of two wives or • “A comprehensive defeat....” partners had to contribute and as a result, four teams competed. The event in July was so successful that it was repeated in Three wins out of seven games indicated a great deal of improvement. September.The bulletin After dated this 19 our June International included a committeeService Committee plan for thechallenged club as follows:the International Service Committee in the Milson Rotary Club to a game of indoor cricket in November. Sadly, it was reported that Milson won by three runs, but only Tony’s comment at the end of the season: “I feel at a loss being unable to report cricket. I will have to think of something becauseBoard of they Directors were short of players and our President, Bernie Hodgson, played for them. else to fill up the bulletin.” This was a very true statement because Tony often devoted half a page to cricket, more than he gave to the speaker or to any of the directors’ reports. It is to his credit that he created the precedent of mentioning the BackJack toSylva reporting the twilight cricket. Eddie,George like Stuart Tony Lorimer, hadBill cryptic Somerville introductions thatLindsay helped Spencer readers foretell the 62 personalities of whom the cricketing fraternity had its fair share. result of successive games. President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Barry Fitzgerald, who called together the players interested in forming a team as early as August 1982, although the first • “The Terrors” won, despite the wind and hot air… Directors game did not start until November, was probably the father of cricket in our club. “Fiery” Fitzgerald, as he was nicknamed, • A near miss... performed well with scores of 35 and 59 not out in the first season. He was ably assisted by Alex “Hurricane” Hutt 32 and Club• ServiceHoped to be better... Vocational Service Community Service International Service 45. At the time the editor was inclined to think that the final score was Alex’s age. However, Alex who was injured during the season and was unable to play had to officiate as scorekeeper. Tony often commented that Alex developed cramp in Bill• SomervilleWell beaten... Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart his hand while keeping the opposition’s score and while describing the seating arrangement Tony mentioned that Alex • A match to talk about… Members had to lift himself from his beer crate to get himself back into action. Other notables with the bat were Mike Cross, Don In an early game he commented on the skills of Mike Cross and Young Cross (another ring in), Garry Gordon and Barry Mason, and Bernie Hodgson. Graeme Campbell was mentioned only once but that was for his brilliant fielding when he Fitzgerald.Bulletin AlthoughLindsay beaten inSpencer another gameRay Amerhe mentioned the “sparklingBob Burt knocks” by Barry HarryFitzgerald, Craig Alex Hutt, Garry ran out the top batsman with a throw at the wickets from point. Kit Ellis won the reporter’s praise for the brilliance of his Gordon with his two sixes, Don Mason and Mike Cross but added that “bending down to gather the ball isn’t what it used 61 Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out. toFellowship be”, so it can be assumedHarold Parlanethat Eddie playedTom Baker in that game. However,Peter Caldwell wins did not come Billeasily. Howell In January 1986 the 62 In all things success depends upon previous preparation and without such preparation there is sure to be failure. 632 Every It takes Rotarian more creativityis an example to work to youth. out what is right than what is wrong.

Page 68 Page 136961 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 question was asked. “Can you lose if you have 11 runs to get in two overs with eight wickets yet to fall?” And the answer was “Yes!” Nevertheless, against Steelfort at the end of the season the “Terrors” won again thanks to the knocks by Mike of 50, Alex of 30 and by Richard Bullock’s devastating performance with bat and ball. The mention of so many names indicates that the team did not have to rely on one or two players to hold it together. It was a combined effort of so many players that helped the team to come 7th out of 15 teams.

It was the next year 1986-87 that Alex Hutt started looking for new players quite early in September. His opening remarks were that the competition would start in five to six weeks and it was time to get serious. The club took cricket quite seriously and a number of avenues were opened to them. Rob Brownlee arranged an indoor cricket game for Sunday, 9 November with a BBQ at John and Val Borren’s afterwards. Barry Fitzgerald had gone to Taupo and he had ideas of inviting the cricket team to Taupo to play in February.

Twilight cricket got off to a good start at the beginning of November 1986. Batting by Mike Cross and Eddie Eggers was masterful, the bowling by everyone was economic and the fielding was tight. Later in November another win was described in Goff Ashwell’s “Sports Page” to which Garry Gordon contributed 50 not out and the fielding was “splendid”. At the end of November the team was able to announce four games, four wins and a warning that Alex might be losing some of his players to the Manawatu team. On 5 February, 1997, Goff reported in the bulletin that Terrace End had continued to do well, on 13 February that Terrace End had had a win against the division leaders and on the 20 February that Terrace End had just missed a place in the finals. No wonder Alex and his team decided it was time to have an end of season dinner.

Some new faces made names for themselves at the beginning of the 1987-1988 season. On 3 December David Drake as the new sporting scribe wrote a headline, “Almost caused an upset”. Readers will guess what came next. Playing against the unbeaten Christies’ team, Terrace End chased 190 runs and made 178. It was a case of the “oldies” playing against the “youngies”. Rob Brownlie was one of Terrace End’s new stars. He dropped his first catch but he held the next three and that is a feat that would take some doing. David Drake, who replaced Don Mason as opener, was given his first chance to bowl in twilight cricket and he took one wicket and had another dropped. Still it was the seasoned players who made the runs - Alex 50 and Mike 30. Interest among the players seemed to have remained at quite a high level but the performances appeared to have been on a downward track as the reports became fewer.

In the final year, 1988-89 Reg Dixon made only four references to the cricket team’s achievements. Mike Cross, David Drake, and Bernie Hodgson were each credited with having made 50 not out and Eddie Eggers with 45. However it was Bill Nairne whose name caught the headlines for having taken two brilliant catches. Alex Hutt summarised that the team had played 13 games, had won six and had lost seven, so to have come away from the competition with such a record was a creditable performance from a group of men who the year before had called themselves “oldies”. It has been good to talk to some of the players who are still with us and to see the gleam come into their eyes as they relate the various incidences. This period engendered a great deal of fellowship among a group of very different men who shared a common interest.64

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22.1 Fiji, 1974 During 1974, Selwyn Sawyer was keen to take a group of Rotarians and their wives to Fiji. At various times in March, April and May he called for members to register their interest and finally their confirmation. In the end, three couples confirmed their bookings on a trip that included five days on the west side of Fiji and included a three-day trip on a Blue Lagoon cruise. After that, the group spent two days on the Coral Coast, and four days in Suva. While in Suva, the Sawyers, the Hubbards and the Smiths visited June and Peter Inder who were living in Fiji at the time. Later in June and Peter’s stay, as Bernie and Sadie Child and Joy and Ted Valentine visited them, they were able to keep up with the news of Rotary back in Terrace End.

22.2 The Milford Track, 1988 Participants: Val and John Borren, Joyce and Richard Bullock, David and Sharon Cordery, Sue and Reg Dixon and children Kelvin and Megan, Margaret and David Drake and daughters Jocelyn and Sharyn, Ann and Eddie Eggers and son Alan, Jenny and Graham Hubbard, Margaret and Peter Rainford and son Ben, Joan and Jack Townend, Joy and Ted Valentine. Other strangers made up the numbers.

Eddie Eggers proposed that a group walk the Milford Track in January 1988. For this expedition he needed 35-42 people. Nearly all the group came from Terrace End and several “outsiders” joined to make up the numbers. Everyone who went on the trip enjoyed it and saw it at its best.

64 The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work.

Page 6270 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End question was asked. “Can you lose if you have 11 runs to get in two overs with eight wickets yet to fall?” And the answer At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the was “Yes!” Nevertheless, against Steelfort at the end of the season the “Terrors” won again thanks to the knocks by Mike ThePalmerston group startedNorth cluboff sponsorby boat from a new Te club Anau in thisand fromarea. theThis landing matter at wasthe discussedhead of Lake at the Te clubAnau assembly to the first on 17hut, March, Glade 1958 House of 50, Alex of 30 and by Richard Bullock’s devastating performance with bat and ball. The mention of so many names wasagain a chairedshort walk. by President This was John just Hubbard.as well because The it club was approvedMargaret unanimouslyDrake’s 40th thebirthday formation and, unbeknownof a new club to withher, theDavid revised and indicates that the team did not have to rely on one or two players to hold it together. It was a combined effort of so many hisboundary mates hadline thebeing necessary 100 yards provisions West of - Albert champagne St, running etc, which from they the Manawatudidn’t want River to carry to Richardson’svery far. After Line. tea that night they players that helped the team to come 7th out of 15 teams. played a few games and then told Margaret she was wanted on the phone. When she returned from the futile call she foundSo the anew birthday Provisional cake on Rotary the table, Club wine of Terrace beside itEnd and was a group formed, of revellers interestingly ready withto sing John the Hubbard, congratulatory father chorus. of a present That It was the next year 1986-87 that Alex Hutt started looking for new players quite early in September. His opening remarks wasmember a great Graham start to Hubbard the trip., as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and were that the competition would start in five to six weeks and it was time to get serious. The club took cricket quite the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva seriously and a number of avenues were opened to them. Rob Brownlee arranged an indoor cricket game for Sunday, Eachto be theday firstthey climbedpresident theof thetrack new the club. weather was fine, and the trampers were able to see the magnificent views. Jenny 9 November with a BBQ at John and Val Borren’s afterwards. Barry Fitzgerald had gone to Taupo and he had ideas of Hubbard recounts that at Quintin Hut some members took the option of flying by helicopter over Lake Quill and inviting the cricket team to Taupo to play in February. SutherlandAt a meeting Falls. on 29 Despite May, 1958,the exhilarating a number ofviews, recommendations Reg Dixon found were it made daunting for the and conduct returned of tothe base new a club. shade Combined of green. Whatmeetings made of thethem Palmerston more magnificent North and was Terrace the fact End that committees at night heavy were rainto be had held fallen and so one that director by morning and three all the members waterfalls, of Twilight cricket got off to a good start at the beginning of November 1986. Batting by Mike Cross and Eddie Eggers was streamsthe Palmerston and cataracts North were Club charging should be downwards detailed to in attend all their the glory. Terrace The End same weekly scenes meetings. greeted Lindsaythem when Spencer they, saileda Palmerston Milford masterful, the bowling by everyone was economic and the fielding was tight. Later in November another win was described SoundNorth Rotarian,and when was they placed returned on loanby bus to throughthe new clubthe Hollyford to act as itsValley. secretary65 and to help the club to become established. in Goff Ashwell’s “Sports Page” to which Garry Gordon contributed 50 not out and the fielding was “splendid”. At the end of November the team was able to announce four games, four wins and a warning that Alex might be losing some of his However,3.3 The the climbsProvisional did hold Club some hazards. The greatest hazards were those related by Joy Valentine and Jenny Hubbard. players to the Manawatu team. On 5 February, 1997, Goff reported in the bulletin that Terrace End had continued to do Keas! Keas were the greatest hazard and always at the most inconvenient moments. When in the solitude of the mountain In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club well, on 13 February that Terrace End had had a win against the division leaders and on the 20 February that Terrace End loos and peacefully communing with nature, it was very disconcerting to find a kea with its neck arched looking upwards of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, had just missed a place in the finals. No wonder Alex and his team decided it was time to have an end of season dinner. at the meditator. Joy described the terror she felt but added that they were only after the toilet paper. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Some new faces made names for themselves at the beginning of the 1987-1988 season. On 3 December David Drake as Other discomforts were experienced in the steep climbs and steeper descents. Jack Townend, as “Gentleman Jack”, helped Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary the new sporting scribe wrote a headline, “Almost caused an upset”. Readers will guess what came next. Playing against Joan over the steepest parts and was always considerate of other’s discomforts. Reg Dixon, quietly and manfully, shouldered Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club the unbeaten Christies’ team, Terrace End chased 190 runs and made 178. It was a case of the “oldies” playing against the Sue’s and his children’s packs as they found the terrain too difficult. As was to be expected, John Borren shouldered some at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 “youngies”. Rob Brownlie was one of Terrace End’s new stars. He dropped his first catch but he held the next three and of the ladies’ packs up the steeper parts of the track. It would be true that a number of trampers were not “match fit” for that is a feat that would take some doing. David Drake, who replaced Don Mason as opener, was given his first chance to what they thought would be a manageable hike. However, on the last day some members paid $10 each to the helicopter Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, bowl in twilight cricket and he took one wicket and had another dropped. Still it was the seasoned players who made the pilot to have their packs transported by air down to Milford Sound. This made the final day an easier descent. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but runs - Alex 50 and Mike 30. Interest among the players seemed to have remained at quite a high level but the performances concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: appeared to have been on a downward track as the reports became fewer. Eddie describes the scenes as magnificent and the only view they missed was of the snow on the ground, but as this was summer it had to be expected. Jenny Hubbard found the thunder impressive and as it was heard in the late evening or at The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ In the final year, 1988-89 Reg Dixon made only four references to the cricket team’s achievements. Mike Cross, David night it appeared more frightening. Like on all trips the companionships that were formed, and the friendships which were Drake, and Bernie Hodgson were each credited with having made 50 not out and Eddie Eggers with 45. However it was developed,The election have endured. of District Governors and their roles. Bill Nairne whose name caught the headlines for having taken two brilliant catches. Alex Hutt summarised that the team The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. had played 13 games, had won six and had lost seven, so to have come away from the competition with such a record was 22.3Explanation South Eastof avenues Asia, 1988 of service. a creditable performance from a group of men who the year before had called themselves “oldies”. It has been good to talk Participants:What does The membership Bullocks, of the Rotary Eggers, give the its members?Gillespies, the Holdens, the Hubbards, the Valentines, the Hastings, the to some of the players who are still with us and to see the gleam come into their eyes as they relate the various incidences. Harrods,Rae Lynch, Jill Lloyd, Peter Inder. This period engendered a great deal of fellowship among a group of very different men who shared a common interest.64 Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. After having spent three and a half years in Penang and having visited much of the South East Asian region, Peter Inder was 22. TRIPS keenWhy to introduce Limited Classifications?his friends to that part of the world. In August 1988 he accompanied 18 others to Singapore, Malaysia, andWhat Thailand is a Rotary for 21 club?days. For most of the travellers it was their first trip to those countries and for some, it was the first 22.1 Fiji, 1974 timeThe out ‘4of -New Way Zealand. Test’ as a A measuringhighlight stick,of the etc.trip was the fact that Peter could take his friends to many places he had visited which were off the tourist track and that he could introduce the members to friends in each locality. During 1974, Selwyn Sawyer was keen to take a group of Rotarians and their wives to Fiji. At various times in March, The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: April and May he called for members to register their interest and finally their confirmation. In the end, three couples Richard Bullock, a traveller who was making his first trip overseas, fondled his new camera that he had bought at the confirmed their bookings on a trip that included five days on the west side of Fiji and included a three-day trip on a Blue duty free shop. It was a delight to watch his eyes becoming wider and wider as he viewed each new experience. For Lagoon cruise. After that, the group spent two days on the Coral Coast, and four days in Suva. While in Suva, the Sawyers, photographersBoard of Directors like Eddie Eggers and Ted Valentine the scenes were unbelievable. And for novices like Peter Holden the the Hubbards and the Smiths visited June and Peter Inder who were living in Fiji at the time. Later in June and Peter’s massage parlour in Chiang Rai had to be experienced to be believed. Alison Holden didn’t want to leave Penang and Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer stay, as Bernie and Sadie Child and Joy and Ted Valentine visited them, they were able to keep up with the news of Rotary had to be cajoled to move on because she didn’t know what was going to come the next day. Shoppers found the various back in Terrace End. marketsPresident everywhere a wonderful expressionTreasurer of paradise. Joyce Bullock,Vice-President Ann Eggers, Jenny HubbardSecretary could have stayed in each much longer. In Penang, the group saw workers in a batik factory and were very impressed by the products. However, 22.2 The Milford Track, 1988 theDirectors following day they visited the gallery of Teng, a world famous batik painter, and as Eddie Eggers said, the difference Participants: Val and John Borren, Joyce and Richard Bullock, David and Sharon Cordery, Sue and Reg Dixon and children between the artisan and the artist was obvious. The variety of food everywhere was exciting, the markets overwhelming, Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Kelvin and Megan, Margaret and David Drake and daughters Jocelyn and Sharyn, Ann and Eddie Eggers and son Alan, and the street scenes enchanting. Jenny and Graham Hubbard, Margaret and Peter Rainford and son Ben, Joan and Jack Townend, Joy and Ted Valentine. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Other strangers made up the numbers. At Chiangmai, Ted Valentine fell ill and we had to call a Thai doctor who was simply wonderful. Ted was taken to hospital inMembers Chiangmai, and the group had to leave him there with Joy when we took the bus back to Bangkok. There were many wet eyes as we departed. The aftermath was a happy one. Joy felt lonely in the ward where we had left Ted. However, the Eddie Eggers proposed that a group walk the Milford Track in January 1988. For this expedition he needed 35-42 people. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Nearly all the group came from Terrace End and several “outsiders” joined to make up the numbers. Everyone who went staff at the hospital and some friends of Peter’s who visited them made their stay as comfortable as they could. When the on the trip enjoyed it and saw it at its best. chargesFellowship came in for theHarold hospital Parlane stay they Tomwere Bakerless than what we hadPeter paid Caldwell at any of the hotels.Bill We Howell believed that the next

64 The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. 265 Every The Rotarianbig problem is an withexample success to isyouth. that the formula for achieving it is much the same as for a nervous breakdown.

Page 70 Page 137163 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 time we travel we should ask the travel agent to book us in at hospitals rather than hotels. Ted and Joy met us at Singapore and we returned to New Zealand together, with exciting memories, thousands of photographs and enough booty to start up a shop.66

22.4 The Abel Tasman National Park, 1989 Participants: The Peets, the Borrens, the Loves, the Hubbards, the Valentines. About a year after the group had gone to Milford Sound, Vallis Peet organised a trip to the Abel Tasman National Park. Members of the group travelled by car to Motueka where they assembled in a motel. A tour guide conducted the group by bus to Kaiteriteri where they embarked on a boat to take them up the coast. The first call was at Torrent Bay where the boat unloaded provisions and then prepared to take the members further north. However, the bay was so rough that John Borren became very seasick and Lynn Peet was rather afraid, so the boat returned to Terror Bay and unloaded them. With the other members it headed for Bark Bay where the group prepared its members for the walk back to Torrent Bay. There they stayed the night and next day visited all the attractive scenes, waterfalls, and swimming pools deep in the bush. While overlooking a pool at the bottom of the waterfall, they had lunch. While eating one of the sandwiches, a wasp descended on John Borren’s sandwich just as he was about to take a bite. He bit into it and the wasp promptly stung him in the tongue. John’s face swelled up and the members of the group were very concerned that he might become fatally ill. They stayed at Torrent Bay for another night and then returned by boat to Kaiteriteri, and by bus to Motueka. Back in civilisation, John recovered and the group celebrated with a “slap-up”’ meal in one of the restaurants. All the club members have regarded John Borren as being indestructible and it was of interest to hear that he did have a chink in his armour.67

66 I am not here just to do a job. I am here to make a difference. 67 Holding a grudge will hurt you more than it will the other guy.

Page 6472 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End time we travel we should ask the travel agent to book us in at hospitals rather than hotels. Ted and Joy met us at Singapore At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the and we returned to New Zealand together, with exciting memories, thousands of photographs and enough booty to start Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 up a shop.66 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 22.4 The Abel Tasman National Park, 1989 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Participants: The Peets, the Borrens, the Loves, the Hubbards, the Valentines. member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and About a year after the group had gone to Milford Sound, Vallis Peet organised a trip to the Abel Tasman National Park. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva Members of the group travelled by car to Motueka where they assembled in a motel. A tour guide conducted the group to be the first president of the new club. by bus to Kaiteriteri where they embarked on a boat to take them up the coast. The first call was at Torrent Bay where the boat unloaded provisions and then prepared to take the members further north. However, the bay was so rough that At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined John Borren became very seasick and Lynn Peet was rather afraid, so the boat returned to Terror Bay and unloaded them. meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of With the other members it headed for Bark Bay where the group prepared its members for the walk back to Torrent Bay. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston There they stayed the night and next day visited all the attractive scenes, waterfalls, and swimming pools deep in the bush. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. While overlooking a pool at the bottom of the waterfall, they had lunch. While eating one of the sandwiches, a wasp descended on John Borren’s sandwich just as he was about to take a bite. He bit into it and the wasp promptly stung him in the tongue. John’s face swelled up and the members of the group were very concerned that he might become fatally ill. 3.3 The Provisional Club They stayed at Torrent Bay for another night and then returned by boat to Kaiteriteri, and by bus to Motueka. Back in In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club civilisation, John recovered and the group celebrated with a “slap-up”’ meal in one of the restaurants. All the club members of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, have regarded John Borren as being indestructible and it was of interest to hear that he did have a chink in his armour.67 was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin EditorMembers and Rotary and familiesInformation of the Officer, Rotary Club Lindsay of Terrace Spencer End did at just the that.beginning He made of the brief Milford mention Track of walk the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Dining in Penang on the South East Asian Tour Defining duties. 1988. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Peter Inder exchanging banners with members of oneClub of theirService host Rotary Clubs. Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig

66 I am not here just to do a job. I am here to make a difference. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 67 Holding a grudge will hurt you more than it will the other guy. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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23. ODDS AND ENDS OF THE THIRD DECADE Own Job Talk This was known as the “Hot Seat Session”. ref 10.11.78 This session at the Christmas Party was run by four ladies - Zena Jobson, Sue Laidlaw, Dianne Cross and Judith Mason. The corporals were Anne Jobson, Marcia Sinclair and Christmas Sergeants Evelyn Downing and they raised $77.80. It was easy to see that President John Cromie ref 17.12 78 was a ladies man, or perhaps it was his Director of the Club Service Committee, Eddie Lloyd. Peter Guthberlet and his Community Service Committee held a “Hole in one” Hole in One competition on the Railway Land. It raised $509 and the proceeds went to the Fitchet ref 16. 3. 79 St Centre for the elderly. Bruce Markwell was District Chairman of a scheme to help settle refugees into their new communities. In a bulletin we were notified that a Cambodian refugee who had Refugees settled in Palmerston North needed a bicycle and our members attempted to meet his ref 24 8. 79 request. In addition, Terrace End agreed to sponsor a family and Alistair Madigan sought work for a man who was a former fisherman Raffle The Lucky Draw is to be drawn at the dinner tables under the supervision of “Honest ref 21 9. 79 Bill” Johnston. Aftercare Support was given to finding a job for an IHC student - four months at $200 a ref 26 . 10. 79 month. Hokowhitu Sandpit A working bee was organised at the Hokowhitu School ref 9. 11. 79 Salvation Army We assisted in furnishing the Salvation Army interview room and emergency lodge. ref 29. 2. 80 Arohanui Colin Cutfield is Treasurer of Arohanui Hospice. We donated $964.38 to Garth ref 6 6. 80 Wallace, President of Milson Rotary Club, and initiator of Arohanui Hospice. Bulletin The Peter Croad bulletin has a photo of the Chalet on the front cover. ref July 80 Pork Cut Canadian Style. 10 Kg for $34.50. A Ron Dixon bargain. Skin is packed ref 5. 9. 80 separately for crackling. Wine. Riesling $40 a case. ref 24. 10. 80 Garage Sale To be held at Winchester School on 3 April, 1981. We made $600. ref 3. 3. 81 To be held in Palmerston North. Has a theme “Let’s go Busch” and dress Conference appropriately. ref 6. 3. 81 Annual Picnic No picnic this year due to lack of support. ref 6. 3. 81 Wheelchair This was presented to PN Art Gallery. ref 22. 5. 81 Pipe Band The club catered at the Pipe Band Championships held in the Showgrounds on 5 ref 27. 11. 81 February, 1982. Raised $1633. Garage Sale With old junk and Penthouse magazines, Peter Carthew etc, raised $650. ref 24. 9. 81 Conference Theme ‘ Music Hall’ - costumes to be obtained through Bruce Markwell. ref 5. 2. 82 Matched Club RI has matched Terrace End with Huskvarna in Sweden. Population 70,000. ref 5. 11. 82 The Christmas Party was to be a vice versa night, but then it wasn’t and finally it ended Christmas Party up “come as you are”. The report in January 1983 said that whatever it was, it was ref 3. 12. 82 hilarious. The Kear-Robinson trophy for competition between Rotary and Lions was lost. Rotary - Lions However, the game was played and we had teams from the Hodgsons, the Dorreens, the ref 20. 1. 83 Cutfields, and the Cromies. It is believed that the trophy was found some years later by Warwick Copeland, in a cupboard at the Palmerston North Rotary Club. Another Garage Sale This time at the Hokowhitu School. Ian Peach etc, raised $975. They believed they ref 18. 2. 83 could make it up to $1000.

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23. ODDS AND ENDS OF THE THIRD DECADE AtDG’s the Rep20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a newMalcolm club inBusch this area.was appointed This matter DG’s was rep discussed for 1983-84. at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Own Job Talk ref 21. 3. 83 This was known as the “Hot Seat Session”. again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised ref 10.11.78 Status boundary line being 100 yards WestTerrace of Albert End St,was running declared from a 1300% the Manawatu club. River to Richardson’s Line. This session at the Christmas Party was run by four ladies - Zena Jobson, Sue Laidlaw, ref 10 6. 83 Dianne Cross and Judith Mason. The corporals were Anne Jobson, Marcia Sinclair and Award Christmas Sergeants So the new Provisional Rotary ClubFrank of BrittainTerrace awardedEnd was an formed, MBE ininterestingly Queen’s Birthday with John Honours. Hubbard, father of a present Evelyn Downing and they raised $77.80. It was easy to see that President John Cromie member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and ref 17.12 78 Pianist John Matheson accompanied the singing. Tony Rickerby reckoned it was the was a ladies man, or perhaps it was his Director of the Club Service Committee, Eddie theAccompanist first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva first time the club had sung in tune. We have had some skilled pianists in the club but Lloyd. toref be 9. the 7. 83first president of the new club. Peter Guthberlet and his Community Service Committee held a “Hole in one” the piano being placed on the dais made shifting it a difficult feat. Hole in One It was easy to see that the club members were approaching middle age as many evenings competition on the Railway Land. It raised $509 and the proceeds went to the Fitchet AtEntertainment a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined ref 16. 3. 79 were spent as groups at the theatre to see plays like “Table Manners”, “Living Together”, St Centre for the elderly. meetingsref ‘82 - ‘83of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of “Middle Aged Spread”, etc. Bruce Markwell was District Chairman of a scheme to help settle refugees into their the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston new communities. In a bulletin we were notified that a Cambodian refugee who had North Rotarian, was placed on loanGreg to thewas new one club of ourto act Rotary as its secretaryYouth Exchange and to help students. the club Heto becomewas a firstestablished. generation Refugees Canadian of West Indian parentage and successive bulletin editors, or typists unable settled in Palmerston North needed a bicycle and our members attempted to meet his Greg Polimis ref 24 8. 79 to read the editor’s writing, spelled his name differently. His surname has appeared request. In addition, Terrace End agreed to sponsor a family and Alistair Madigan ref 3.32. 2. 84The Provisional Club sought work for a man who was a former fisherman in bulletins as Bulomos, Polomus, Polimos and Polomas. It must be upsetting to be In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Raffle The Lucky Draw is to be drawn at the dinner tables under the supervision of “Honest different. of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, ref 21 9. 79 Bill” Johnston. Versatility At the Terrace End School Jubilee we were asked to provide doormen, waiters and was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Aftercare Support was given to finding a job for an IHC student - four months at $200 a ref 22. 2. 84 barmen - four one day and 32 the next. known as the Regal Caterers, and thatThe each Emergency member wouldBox scheme pay 4/6d. was launched At this first at the meeting 1984 theconference. speaker wouldMaurice be MrDowning Monty ref 26 . 10. 79 month. Emergency Box Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. Thisand wasPeter an Sargentinaappropriate worked choice wellof speaker for the because scheme. Monty had been a member of the Rotary Hokowhitu Sandpit Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club A working bee was organised at the Hokowhitu School The Philippines Thanks came from a district in the Philippines where we had sent $1000 for the purchase ref 9. 11. 79 at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Salvation Army ref 4. 5. 84 of a pump. We assisted in furnishing the Salvation Army interview room and emergency lodge. Vandals damaged the aviary in the Esplanade one night and we raised $1250 towards the ref 29. 2. 80 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, $2000 needed to repair it. Colin Davey relates that one Monday the Evening Standard Arohanui Colin Cutfield is Treasurer of Arohanui Hospice. We donated $964.38 to Garth Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but newspaper told the world how some hoons had got into the aviary in the Esplanade and ref 6 6. 80 Wallace, President of Milson Rotary Club, and initiator of Arohanui Hospice. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Bulletin had killed several valuable birds. At 9am on Tuesday morning Barry Fitzgerald, Director The Peter Croad bulletin has a photo of the Chalet on the front cover. of Community Service, rang Secretary Colin and President Peter Inder. As a Rotary ref July 80 TheThe Aviary distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Pork Cut Canadian Style. 10 Kg for $34.50. A Ron Dixon bargain. Skin is packed Project, he had persuaded the two radio stations and the newspaper to have a public ref The15.11.84 election of District Governors and their roles. ref 5. 9. 80 separately for crackling. appeal for funds to replace the birds. The city council was agreeable. Could Colin get a bank to receive donations? When Brian Tong, who was immediate Past President, was Wine. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Riesling $40 a case. driving back from Hawkes Bay on the Wednesday he heard over his ute’s radio a “thanks ref 24. 10. 80 Explanation of avenues of service. to our club” because enough money had been received. Brian was unaware of what had Garage Sale What does membership of Rotary give its members? To be held at Winchester School on 3 April, 1981. We made $600. gone on and that the project had been completed in two days. ref 3. 3. 81 LabelsDefining duties. To be held in Palmerston North. Has a theme “Let’s go Busch” and dress Colin Barkwith arranged the purchase of individualised labels - $7 for 200. Conference ref Rotary9,11.84 in New Zealand. appropriately. ref 6. 3. 81 RefugeesWhy Limited Classifications? We were asked to help refugees from Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam. Approximately ref 17. 5. 85 200 had come to Palmerston North. Annual Picnic What is a Rotary club? No picnic this year due to lack of support. Fines Jock Hosking said that if we found our fines heavy (up to 50c) then we should consider ref 6. 3. 81 The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. ref 17. 8. 84 San Francisco’s - $250. Wheelchair This was presented to PN Art Gallery. Blue Light Dances The Police sought from Terrace End prizes for the Blue Light Dances and packages for ref 22. 5. 81 The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: ref 15. 11. 85 families of inmates, through the Prisoners’ Aid organisation. Pipe Band The club catered at the Pipe Band Championships held in the Showgrounds on 5 Night Flying visitors A visit to Bulls club was held at Ohakea Air Force Base where the members watched the ref 27. 11. 81 February, 1982. Raised $1633. refBoard 4. 4. of 86 Directors operational procedures involved during night flying exercises. Garage Sale With old junk and Penthouse magazines, Peter Carthew etc, raised $650. Conference ref 24. 9. 81 Jack Sylva A themeGeorge for the Stuart conference in FebruaryBill Somerville 1987 was “A BurnsLindsay Night”. Spencer ref 18. 7. 86 Conference Theme ‘ Music Hall’ - costumes to be obtained through Bruce Markwell. Editor Goff Ashwell congratulated Richard Bullock and his committee for displaying ref 5. 2. 82 ThePresident Flag Treasurer Vice-President Secretary the flag during the meeting. As Goff said, it made the singing of the National Anthem Matched Club ref 27. 3. 87 RI has matched Terrace End with Huskvarna in Sweden. Population 70,000. Directors more meaningful. ref 5. 11. 82 A first for the club was an evening conducted entirely by past presidents. Editor The Christmas Party was to be a vice versa night, but then it wasn’t and finally it ended Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Christmas Party Past Presidents Night David Drake suggested that it should become an annual event. One feature was a up “come as you are”. The report in January 1983 said that whatever it was, it was ref 3. 12. 82 refBill 29. Somerville 10 87 photographicNeil Turnbull display of all the pastMerv presidents Dymock in youngerGeorge days and Stuart sharp-eyed Mary hilarious. Brownlee identified 21 out of 25 of them. The Kear-Robinson trophy for competition between Rotary and Lions was lost. Members Christmas Auction Tony Rickerby held a Christmas auction of goods from the business he managed and he Rotary - Lions However, the game was played and we had teams from the Hodgsons, the Dorreens, the ref 10.12. 87 ended up with a profit of $1139.50. A wonderful effort. ref 20. 1. 83 Cutfields, and the Cromies. It is believed that the trophy was found some years later by Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Claude and Francoise Herve told us about their eight-year, 60,000 km cycling tour Warwick Copeland, in a cupboard at the Palmerston North Rotary Club. Guest Speakers Fellowship Harold Parlanearound Tomthe world.Baker They chosePeter to stay Caldwell in Palmerston BillNorth Howell for six months while Another Garage Sale This time at the Hokowhitu School. Ian Peach etc, raised $975. They believed they ref 10. 8. 88 Francoise had her first baby. ref 18. 2. 83 could make it up to $1000. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 For the years 1983-84 and 1984-85 Colin was Secretary. During the first year Brian Tong was President and spent much of his time working in Hawkes Bay In his second Colin Davey’s Recollections. Foryear thePeter years Inder 1983-84 was late and coming 1984-85 back Colin from workingwas Secretary. in Malaysia, During so thethat first Colin year worked Brian Tongwith two was PresidentsPresident and “in spentabsentia”. much of his time working in Hawkes Bay In his second Colin Davey’s Recollections. year Peter Inder was late coming back from working in Malaysia, so that Colin worked 24. PAUL HARRIS FELLOWSwith two Presidents “in absentia”. The first Paul Harris Fellowship was bestowed on Bill Somerville at the beginning of the third decade and from that 24.time PAULon the club HARRIS has continued FELLOWS to honour a number of its members by presenting them with Paul Harris Fellowships. TheEach hasfirst worked Paul Harrisvery hardFellowship in the clubwas bestowedto create anon active Bill Somerville vibrant club at thethat beginning has made of many the thirdsignificant decade beneficialand from that timecontributions on the club to thehas community.continued to Wehonour would a numberlike the ofmembers its members of the by club presenting to recognise them that with during Paul Harrismany yearsFellowships. the Paul EachHarris has Fellowship worked very awardees hard inhave the made club toimportant create an contributions active vibrant to club the thatRotary has movement. made many Oftensignificant their namesbeneficial have contributionsbeen associated to with the community.a special project We forwould which like they the havemembers given of leadership. the club to Most recognise members that duringhave been many past years presidents, the Paul Harrisa post thatFellowship is earned awardees through have continuing made important work for contributionsthe club, but thereto the are Rotary a few movement. who have not Often held their that office.names have Their 68 beencontributions associated and with support a special have project been regularlyfor which outstanding. they have given68 leadership. Most members have been past presidents, a post that is earned through continuing work for the club, but there are a few who have not held that office. Their contributions1979 andBill support Somerville have been regularlyPast outstanding. President68 Kidney Foundation. 1980 Mike HansenHanson Past President Leader of of the the GSE GSE team team to toNamibia Namibia after after 1979 Bill Somerville Past President Kidney Foundation. holding many many offices offices at atclub club and and district district level. 1980 Mike Hanson Past President LeaderInaugural of President the GSE and team permanent to Namibia councilor after of level.the National His contributions Kidney Foundation gave rise in Palmerstonto the Mik HansonholdingNorth and manyTrust. later officesin Wellington. at club His and contributions district 1981 Lloyd Love Past President Lagoonlevel.gave rise His toBeautification. contributions the Mike Hansen gaveKidney Memorial rise Foundation.to the Trust Mik Hansonadministered Trust. by the Rotary Club of Terrace End. 1983 Fred Stuart Past President Members and their partners’ welfare. 1981 Lloyd Love Past President Lagoon Beautification. Kidney Foundation. 1986 Malcolm Busch Past President Manawatu Enterprises, membership. 1983 Fred Stuart Past President Members and their partners’ welfare. 1988 Coln Barkwith Mini-bikes. Imagination to initiate projects. 1986 Malcolm Busch Past President Manawatu Enterprises, membership. Bruce Markwel Past President Mini-bikes, marae visits. 1988 ColnTed Valentine Barkwith Past President Mini-bikes.Esplanade Playground. Imagination to initiate projects. Bruce MarkwelSinclair Past President Mini-bikes,GSE and District marae assenblies. visits. 1989 TedPeter Valentine Inder Past President EsplanadeGolf tournaments. Playground. Bruce Sinclair Past President GSE and District assenblies. 1990 Steve Pilalis Past President Inner Wheel and financial management 1989 Peter Inder Past President Golf tournaments. Brian Tong Past President Enthusiastic, sympathetic 4-Way Test man. 19901992 SteveMike CrossPilalis Past President InnerRotary Wheel promotion and financial and Rotary management BrianBill Johnston Tong Past President Enthusiastic,Leadership at sympathetic club level 4-Way Test man. 19921994 MikeJohn CromieCross Past President RotaryWorld Communitypromotion and Service. Rotary BillColin Johnston Dacey Past President LeadershipSecretarial skills at club and level constant support. 19941996 JohnReg Dixon Cromie Past President WorldWilling Community supporter and Service. bravery. ColinRichard Dacey Bullock Past President SecretarialTop Schools, skills Rotaract. and constant support. 1996 RegDick Dixon Rawstron WillingCatherine supporter Hamlin andAward. bravery. Richard Bullock Past President Top Schools, Rotaract. Dick Rawstron Catherine Hamlin Award. The names of the recipients of the Paul Harris Fellowship are recorded on a commemorative board that is displayed at each club meeting. The names of the recipients of the Paul Harris Fellowship are recorded on a commemorative board that is displayed at each club meeting.

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Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 For the years 1983-84 and 1984-85 Colin was Secretary. During the first year Brian At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Tong was President and spent much of his time working in Hawkes Bay In his second Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Colin Davey’s Recollections. again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Foryear thePeter years Inder 1983-84 was late and coming 1984-85 back Colin from workingwas Secretary. in Malaysia, During so thethat first Colin year worked Brian boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Tongwith two was PresidentsPresident and “in spentabsentia”. much of his time working in Hawkes Bay In his second Colin Davey’s Recollections. year Peter Inder was late coming back from working in Malaysia, so that Colin worked So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present 24. PAUL HARRIS FELLOWSwith two Presidents “in absentia”. 24. PAUL HARRIS FELLOWS Paulmember Harris Graham Fellows Hubbard - Lloyd Love,, as President Malcolm of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and The first Paul Harris Fellowship was bestowed on Bill Somerville at the beginning of the third decade and from that Busch,the first and meeting Fred Stuart was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 24.time PAULon the club HARRIS has continued FELLOWS to honour a number of its members by presenting them with Paul Harris Fellowships. to be the first president of the new club. TheEach hasfirst worked Paul Harrisvery hardFellowship in the clubwas bestowedto create anon active Bill Somerville vibrant club at thethat beginning has made of many the thirdsignificant decade beneficialand from that timecontributions on the club to thehas community.continued to Wehonour would a numberlike the ofmembers its members of the by club presenting to recognise them that with during Paul Harrismany yearsFellowships. the Paul At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined EachHarris has Fellowship worked very awardees hard inhave the made club toimportant create an contributions active vibrant to club the thatRotary has movement. made many Oftensignificant their namesbeneficial have meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of contributionsbeen associated to with the community.a special project We forwould which like they the havemembers given of leadership. the club to Most recognise members that duringhave been many past years presidents, the Paul the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Harrisa post thatFellowship is earned awardees through have continuing made important work for contributionsthe club, but thereto the are Rotary a few movement. who have not Often held their that office.names have Their North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 68 beencontributions associated and with support a special have project been regularlyfor which outstanding. they have given68 leadership. Most members have been past presidents, a post that is earned through continuing work for the club, but there are a few who have not held that office. Their 3.3 The Provisional Club 1979 68 contributions1979 andBill support Somerville have been regularlyPast outstanding. President Kidney Foundation. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 1980 Mike Hanson Past President Leader of the GSE team to Namibia after of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 1979 Bill Somerville Past President Kidney Foundation. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, holding many offices at club and district known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty More recent group of Paul Harris Fellows - Lloyd 1980 Mike Hanson Past President level.Leader His of contributionsthe GSE team gave to Namibia rise to the after Mik Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Love, Colin Barkwith, Jim Kerr, and Pam Hansonholding manyTrust. offices at club and district Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Hansen 1981 Lloyd Love Past President level.Lagoon His Beautification. contributions gaveKidney rise Foundation.to the Mik at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Hanson Trust. 1983 Fred Stuart Past President Members and their partners’ welfare. 1981 Lloyd Love Past President Lagoon Beautification. Kidney Foundation. Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, 1986 Malcolm Busch Past President Manawatu Enterprises, membership. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but 1983 Fred Stuart Past President Members and their partners’ welfare. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 1988 Coln Barkwith Mini-bikes. Imagination to initiate projects. 1986 Malcolm Busch Past President Manawatu Enterprises, membership. Bruce Markwel Past President Mini-bikes, marae visits. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ 1988 TedColn Valentine Barkwith Past President EsplanadeMini-bikes. Playground. Imagination to initiate projects. The election of District Governors and their roles. Bruce SinclairMarkwel Past President GSEMini-bikes, and District marae assenblies. visits. 25.The THE meaning FOURTH of a Provisional DECADE Club 1988to Terrace - 98 End. 1989 TedPeter Valentine Inder Past President EsplanadeGolf tournaments. Playground. ThisExplanation chapter covers of avenues the present of service. decade and will culminate in the 40th birthday of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. Previous Bruce Sinclair Past President GSE and District assenblies. What does membership of Rotary give its members? 1990 Steve Pilalis Past President Inner Wheel and financial management chapters have shown that there have been continual changes within the club over the proceeding years and this decade is 1989 Peter Inder Past President Golf tournaments. no exception. This decade has seen a fall in membership and an overall increase in the average age of the members. Is this Brian Tong Past President Enthusiastic, sympathetic 4-Way Test man. Defining duties. increasingRotary agein New a problem Zealand. because one writer notes that 60% of the world’s greatest works have been done by men over 60 19901992 SteveMike CrossPilalis Past President InnerRotary Wheel promotion and financial and Rotary management years of age. Decreasing membership of service clubs has been noticed worldwide and is partly a reflection of the changing Why Limited Classifications? BrianBill Johnston Tong Past President Enthusiastic,Leadership at sympathetic club level 4-Way Test man. economic times. With restructuring and downsizing of businesses, employees feel reluctant to commit themselves to 19921994 MikeJohn CromieCross Past President RotaryWorld Communitypromotion and Service. Rotary regularWhat weekly is a Rotary meetings, club? at the expense of their families, because of work and family commitments. There is much BillColin Johnston Dacey Past President LeadershipSecretarial skills at club and level constant support. ongoingThe ‘4discussion - Way Test’ how as Rotarya measuring worldwide stick, shouldetc. accommodate these changing times and one notable change has been the admission of women as members. 19941996 JohnReg Dixon Cromie Past President WorldWilling Community supporter and Service. bravery. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: ColinRichard Dacey Bullock Past President SecretarialTop Schools, skills Rotaract. and constant support. Two events in this decade warrant special mention. Bill Howell died in late October, aged 84. Bill was the remaining 1996 DickReg Dixon Rawstron CatherineWilling supporter Hamlin andAward. bravery. active Charter member in our club and was a regular attendee until his short final illness. The club also embarked on a Richard Bullock Past President Top Schools, Rotaract. newBoard development of Directors by admitting women into membership of the club. This decade the club did not participate so much Dick Rawstron Catherine Hamlin Award. inJack physical Sylva club projects, as was a feature Georgeof the first Stuart decade, but inBill projects Somerville directed more towardsLindsay business-likeSpencer activities The names of the recipients of the Paul Harris Fellowship are recorded on a commemorative board that is displayed at with the promotion of the school computer competition and business management courses. The club ended the decade each club meeting. onPresident a high note when their nomination of TreasurerCatherine Hamlin for theVice-President Rotary International AwardSecretary for World Understanding The names of the recipients of the Paul Harris Fellowship are recorded on a commemorative board that is displayed at was successful. Directors each club meeting. TheClub Servicemembership at the end of the third Vocationaldecade was Service69, which includedCommunity three honorary Service members,International but was Service to fall slowly from that point to 56 in October 1996 and 52 in June 1997. Besides the death of Bill Howell, the club was stunned to hearBill Somervilleof the unexpected death of Bernie HodgsonNeil Turnbull, a president in 1985-86.Merv Dymock Charles Hart, whoGeorge joined Stuart the club in June 1990, died in 1997 after a long illness. Another very sad death was that of Reg Dixon. Reg and Jill Dixon were returning Members to Palmerston North after spending their honeymoon touring overseas. They were passengers on the Ansett flight that crashedBulletin on its approachLindsay to Palmerston Spencer NorthRay Aerodrome Amer on 9 June, Bob1995. Burt Both Reg and Jill gotHarry out Craigof the aircraft but Reg went back into the now-burning craft to rescue others trapped in the plane. Unfortunately, he suffered very widespread bodilyFellowship burns and afterHarold some timeParlane in the HuttTom hospital Baker died from hisPeter injuries. Caldwell Bill Howell

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1989, Pat Toomey replaced the word “man” with that of “person” in preparation for the admission of women. Details of the membership are described in a later section.

The club has continued to meet at the Chalet and over the years has been very well served by its caterers. There is no doubt that the fellowship developed through the Happy Hour and the meal has contributed much to the friendly meeting for which the club is noted. Unfortunately, throughout the decade it has been necessary to raise the meal charges and annual club fees so the meal charges rose from $11 to $12 in 1988 and to $15 in 1996. The subscription rose from $110 to $125 in 1989 to $150 in 1995 and to $180 in 1998 with a $10 discount for prompt payment.69

A further indication of the increasing average age of the membership is the record of family events reported in the bulletins. In the first and second decades an important yearly event was the children’s Christmas party with up to 80 or more children attending. In this decade the most frequently mentioned family events are the births of grandchildren with Mike Cross, Colin and Wendy Cutfield, John and Kath Cromie, Vallis and Lynn Peet, Graeme and Ruth Campbell and Jim and Angela Esson being mentioned. Other events are marriages of sons and daughters of members including Peter and Margaret Rainford (parents of Bride of the Year) Sam and Pam Nisbet, and Barry and Elizabeth Gillespie. Steve and Ivy Pilalis celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary in January 1992, Dick and Jess Rawstron in April 1995 and Ted and Joy Valentine in October 1998.

Other family events that are of interest and have been noted were the marriage of Carol Lee, one of our visiting Rotary Scholars who married Rick Hurt, the graduation of Malcolm and Jeanette Clark’s daughter, Vanessa, from Auckland University and Colin and Margaret Barkwith’s daughter, a teacher at Winchester Primary School, being elected to the Roll of Honour, US Association of Science Technical Centres.

Over the decade a number of club members were awarded Paul Harris Fellowships.These were Ted Valentine and Bruce Sinclair in 1988, Steve Pilalis and Brian Tong in 1991, Bill Johnston and Mike Cross in 1992, Richard Bullock and Dick Rawstron in 1996. A special posthumous award of the Paul Harris Fellowship was made to Reg Dixon’s family at which his wife Jill, his parents Reg and Mary Dixon and his daughter Megan were present.

The club’s social activities have always played an important part in the yearly events. They contribute so much to the friendship and fellowship within the club as they facilitate the association and mixing socially of members and their partners. These activities took many forms including Ladies’ Nights, BBQs, friendship dinners, club outings and walks.

The barbecues, usually held in February, have been popular social get-togethers for the start of the New Year. These have rotated through various venues including Rickerbys, Cleghorns, Clarks and Hubbards. A picnic/barbecue held at the Ashhurst Domain also proved popular. For about five years the club has held a breakfast meeting, including a speaker, for members and partners at the Coachman restaurant and these have been thoroughly enjoyed by all. The fellowship dinners have continued as a social and fund raising project but the format has been changed to “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”. Instead of the hosts entertaining known guests and preparing the meal for all, the hosts prepare the main meal for the evening and two other unidentified couples arrive with the entree/soup and sweets. This has added surprise to the evening and contributed to the continuing success of the fellowship dinners.

Ladies’ Nights have always been very important fixtures on the social calendar. The partners of members contribute greatly to the life of the club so it is stimulating to observe the animated intermingling of all present at these functions. There has been a wide range of speakers at these evenings, which have included Dr David Bellamy, the conservationist and Jenny Shipley our current Prime Minister. A member of the Moorcroft family gave a most interesting talk about their pottery and Laurie Hunt, a butcher from Marton, demonstrated convincingly the advantages of Texel sheep meat, although not all members found the meat cuts as tender as predicted. Barbara Walker, a missionary nurse with World Vision humbled us all with her talks in 1995 and 1998. She described the scenes she had experienced, particularly in war-torn and famine- stricken African countries, as well as the devastating effects of AIDS. A more controversial speaker was Alison Quigan, the first resident artist at Centrepoint. The Christmas parties celebrating the mid-Rotary year break always took on interesting forms with the themes chosen for the evenings. These included outrageous ties and aprons, bad taste masks, crazy scarves and jewellery and specified colours of articles of clothing.70

The club continued the practice of making several visits a year to the work places of members or other places of interest and at times were joined by their partners. Factory visits included the Manawatu Dairy Factory, Feltex Factory at Foxton, Hardy Iplex and Norwood Industries and members were always surprised at the diversity of industries within the region. The visit to McDonalds Restaurant was most instructive as we were shown their cooking equipment and techniques, the high standards demanded for the quality of the meals and the working methods of their staff. One meeting was held at 69 In any given meeting when all is said and done, 90% will be said and 10% will be done. 70 When man points a finger at someone else, he should remember that three of his fingers will be pointing at himself.

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1989, Pat Toomey replaced the word “man” with that of “person” in preparation for the admission of women. Details of theAt the International 20 November Pacific meeting, College under where President we learnt John first Hubbard, hand aboutit was the resolved study tocourses recommend and student to the life. club members The meal, that said the to be the membership are described in a later section. standardPalmerston fare, North was veryclub good.sponsor The a new visit club to the in thisHerb area. Garden This at matterAshhurst was wasdiscussed a revelation at the toclub many assembly of the clubon 17 and March, those 1958who wentagain onchaired the wine by President trail trip Johnto Martinborough, Hubbard. The organised club approved by Noel unanimously Cantwell and the Gordon formation Freeman of a new, were club most with enthusiastic the revised The club has continued to meet at the Chalet and over the years has been very well served by its caterers. There is no doubt aboutboundary the lineexperience. being 100 Through yards West the of invitation Albert St, runningof two of from our theRotary Manawatu members, River Noel to Richardson’s Smith who Line.was President of the that the fellowship developed through the Happy Hour and the meal has contributed much to the friendly meeting for Manawatu Trotting Association and Brian Dodds the Stipendary Judge, our club has had two very pleasant evenings at the which the club is noted. Unfortunately, throughout the decade it has been necessary to raise the meal charges and annual ManawatuSo the new Raceway. Provisional Later Rotary reminiscences Club of Terrace indicated End that was none formed, of our interestingly members were with knowledgeable John Hubbard, punters. father of a present club fees so the meal charges rose from $11 to $12 in 1988 and to $15 in 1996. The subscription rose from $110 to $125 member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and in 1989 to $150 in 1995 and to $180 in 1998 with a $10 discount for prompt payment.69 Clubthe first visits meeting to other was Rotary to be heldclubs on included 22 May, two1958. weekend The provisionaltrips to Taupo induction when membersdate was set were for hosted7 July, by1958, members with Jack of theSylva Taupoto be the club. first A presidentvisit to the of theWaikanae new club. club included a trivial pursuits evening and one to Dannevirke a visit to the Wool A further indication of the increasing average age of the membership is the record of family events reported in the bulletins. Spinners. The Wanganui club organised a talk on family trusts when we visited it there and it was a subject that had much In the first and second decades an important yearly event was the children’s Christmas party with up to 80 or more interestAt a meeting to all. onTerrace 29 May, End 1958,also entertained a number visitingof recommendations clubs including were Palmerston made for North the conduct and Wanganui of the new North. club. The Combined day our children attending. In this decade the most frequently mentioned family events are the births of grandchildren with Mike clubmeetings visited of thethe ManawatuPalmerston Dairy North Factory and Terrace was a veryEnd bigcommittees day because were that to nightbe held the and club one entertained director andthe Palmerstonthree members North of Cross, Colin and Wendy Cutfield, John and Kath Cromie, Vallis and Lynn Peet, Graeme and Ruth Campbell and Jim Clubthe Palmerston and also a NorthSwedish Club GSE should team. be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston and Angela Esson being mentioned. Other events are marriages of sons and daughters of members including Peter and North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Margaret Rainford (parents of Bride of the Year) Sam and Pam Nisbet, and Barry and Elizabeth Gillespie. Steve and Ivy For several years the club was very active in debating and quiz contests. Gavin Lees, Andrew Nicholson and Paul Gregg Pilalis celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary in January 1992, Dick and Jess Rawstron in April 1995 and Ted and formed3.3 theThe first Provisional team in 1990. Club They had good wins against Mt.Wellington, Karori and Wanganui to reach the final that was Joy Valentine in October 1998. debated in Wanganui against Wanganui North. Unfortunately, the club lost. In 1992 the team was less successful losing to In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Takaro in the second round. The club took part also in Rotary Quiz contests. In 1991 they defeated Milson to move into of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Other family events that are of interest and have been noted were the marriage of Carol Lee, one of our visiting Rotary the semi-finals but lost against Carterton. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Scholars who married Rick Hurt, the graduation of Malcolm and Jeanette Clark’s daughter, Vanessa, from Auckland known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty University and Colin and Margaret Barkwith’s daughter, a teacher at Winchester Primary School, being elected to the Roll The Milson Club, which Terrace End Rotary Club sponsored in 1973, celebrated its 15th birthday in December 1988. As a Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary of Honour, US Association of Science Technical Centres. mark of this achievement, they contributed $2000 to the Michael Hansen Educational Trust. In 1990 members of the club Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club were active in sponsoring a new Probus club in Palmerston North. This was to be a mixed club called the Manawatu Probus at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Over the decade a number of club members were awarded Paul Harris Fellowships.These were Ted Valentine and Bruce Club. By May 1990, 60 people expressed interest in joining the new club. When the club started in November 1990 it had a Sinclair in 1988, Steve Pilalis and Brian Tong in 1991, Bill Johnston and Mike Cross in 1992, Richard Bullock and Dick membership of 30. This has proved to be a very popular and successful Probus club so by August 1995 it had a membership Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Rawstron in 1996. A special posthumous award of the Paul Harris Fellowship was made to Reg Dixon’s family at which his of 101 members with a further 13 on its waiting list. Peter Sargentina from our club was on the District Committee that Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but wife Jill, his parents Reg and Mary Dixon and his daughter Megan were present. investigated the formation of a breakfast Rotary Club in Palmerston North. He then convened two meetings of people concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: interested in joining the proposed club to be called the Fitzherbert Sunshine Club. This club opened on 11 February, 1991 The club’s social activities have always played an important part in the yearly events. They contribute so much to the meeting at the Coachman Hotel. For several years this club was very successful but by late 1996 its membership had fallen The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ friendship and fellowship within the club as they facilitate the association and mixing socially of members and their away and was looking anxiously at its survival. Unfortunately, the club closed in February 1997.71 partners. These activities took many forms including Ladies’ Nights, BBQs, friendship dinners, club outings and walks. The election of District Governors and their roles. JohnThe Borren, meaning a fitness of a enthusiast,Provisional organisedClub to Terrace regular End.club walks near and far. A memorable one was a Rimutaka railway trip The barbecues, usually held in February, have been popular social get-togethers for the start of the New Year. These have andExplanation then a walk ofback avenues over ofthe service. same route, which Monica Cantwell joined. Others attempted to organise trips because rotated through various venues including Rickerbys, Cleghorns, Clarks and Hubbards. A picnic/barbecue held at the our members were trip-orientated. Gavin Johanson suggested one to the Portage in 1991 at a cost of $300 per couple and What does membership of Rotary give its members? Ashhurst Domain also proved popular. For about five years the club has held a breakfast meeting, including a speaker, for Lloyd Love suggested a trip to Queen Charlotte Sounds in 1993 but neither of these attracted sufficient members. members and partners at the Coachman restaurant and these have been thoroughly enjoyed by all. The fellowship dinners Defining duties. have continued as a social and fund raising project but the format has been changed to “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”. In theRotary early inpart New of the Zealand. decade the club cricket team continued to play in the Mercantile competition but through transfers of Instead of the hosts entertaining known guests and preparing the meal for all, the hosts prepare the main meal for the membersWhy Limitedand other Classifications? reasons, it was not possible to field a team in 1990 as it had done in the previous decade. Whilst cricket evening and two other unidentified couples arrive with the entree/soup and sweets. This has added surprise to the evening had a loyal group of followers, golf has always been the most popular game played by club members. Our members gave What is a Rotary club? and contributed to the continuing success of the fellowship dinners. strong support to the golf tournaments sponsored by other Rotary clubs and also the Rotary-Lions tournament. The cup for theThe latter ‘4 - tournamentWay Test’ as wasa measuring discovered stick, again etc. after having been missing for some years. Throughout the decade, Terrace Ladies’ Nights have always been very important fixtures on the social calendar. The partners of members contribute greatly End continued to hold its annual tournament in November. Besides being a very popular social event it has continued to to the life of the club so it is stimulating to observe the animated intermingling of all present at these functions. There has beThe one bulletin of our datedmost successful19 June included fund raising a committee projects. plan One for ofthe the club recipients as follows: has been the Mike Hansen Educational Trust been a wide range of speakers at these evenings, which have included Dr David Bellamy, the conservationist and Jenny which is fully covered in a separate chapter. However, the Mike Hansen Trust was renamed and we regard the new Terrace Shipley our current Prime Minister. A member of the Moorcroft family gave a most interesting talk about their pottery EndBoard Memorial of Directors Trust Foundation as one of the jewels in the crown of our many projects. and Laurie Hunt, a butcher from Marton, demonstrated convincingly the advantages of Texel sheep meat, although not all members found the meat cuts as tender as predicted. Barbara Walker, a missionary nurse with World Vision humbled DistributingJack Sylva funds from the interest on theGeorge capital Stuart of the memorial Billfoundation Somerville to support theLindsay educational Spencer needs of young us all with her talks in 1995 and 1998. She described the scenes she had experienced, particularly in war-torn and famine- people is now an ongoing event in the club’s yearly calendar. Besides this foundation, fund raising for specific organisations President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary stricken African countries, as well as the devastating effects of AIDS. A more controversial speaker was Alison Quigan, the or activities is an expression of the service aspect of the Rotary organisation and over the decade fund raising has taken many first resident artist at Centrepoint. The Christmas parties celebrating the mid-Rotary year break always took on interesting formsDirectors and for many causes. There have been some major and minor projects dedicated towards specific needs. Other fund- forms with the themes chosen for the evenings. These included outrageous ties and aprons, bad taste masks, crazy scarves raising projects are directed towards increasing the club funds, which can be distributed at the discretion of the board. In and jewellery and specified colours of articles of clothing.70 1990,Club underService Eddie Eggers’ supervision, theVocational NZSO was Service brought to PalmerstonCommunity North Service for a specialInternational evening in ServiceBledisloe Hall. This was a most enjoyable evening and the profit of $9500 was donated to the Life Education Foundation for purchase of a Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart The club continued the practice of making several visits a year to the work places of members or other places of interest special van to be used at schools for instruction about the dangers of drugs. In 1994 Peter Sargentina organised two raffles. and at times were joined by their partners. Factory visits included the Manawatu Dairy Factory, Feltex Factory at Foxton, TheMembers first had signed Sir Edmund Hillary $5 notes as prizes and the net profit of $3100 was donated to the memorial trust. Hardy Iplex and Norwood Industries and members were always surprised at the diversity of industries within the region. $1500 was banked from the sale of the phone cards and a second raffle of unsigned Wanaka phone cards. Some of these The visit to McDonalds Restaurant was most instructive as we were shown their cooking equipment and techniques, the cardsBulletin were unsold andLindsay will be soldSpencer at a laterRay date. Amer Dr Steven SaundersBob conducted Burt a seminar in lateHarry March Craig 1990 on “How to high standards demanded for the quality of the meals and the working methods of their staff. One meeting was held at Thrive on Stress. The Psychology of Selling”. This seminar raised $1500, which was used to purchase a Dynamap machine Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 69 In any given meeting when all is said and done, 90% will be said and 10% will be done. for the Palmerston North Hospital. A raffle for a Cordon Bleu dinner for eight, won by John Cromie, raised $826 for 70 When man points a finger at someone else, he should remember that three of his fingers will be pointing at himself. 712 Every A committee Rotarian is is a an group example of people to youth. who talk for hours to produce a result called minutes.

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Ozanam house in April 1989. This raffle ran for two years in a row and John Cromie won it on each occasion. In March 1993, $2000-3000 was raised at a Sports and Fitness Festival for the New Zealand Heart Foundation. This event was held on the Railway Land between Church Street and Main Street. Originally, Nick Thomson had proposed a vertical relay up and down the staircases of highrise buildings. However, our highrise buildings in Palmerston North were not suitable so the event was renamed and with the help of the physical instructors from Linton Army Camp and being allowed to use the training tower at the fire station, a number of competitive events were held. One disadvantage was the fact that the venues for the stalls and events were widely spread. Had they been placed in a more compact area it would have been better. The day was a cold one and public support was not as great as had been hoped.

In March 1992 and in March 1993 members hosted Lincoln College university students and raised $700 the first year and $750 the second year for club funds. Paul Gregg’s contacts with Lincoln College made the brief overnight stays lucrative projects for us.

In 1995, the club earned $1500 by making a car park survey at the Palmerston North Hospital and collected $917 through a charity collection at the Manawatu Raceway towards the purchase of a morphine pump for Arohanui Hospice. Another fundraiser in 1995 was the collection of Air New Zealand boarding passes. Air New Zealand paid $6 for each pass collected and $1475 was raised by this scheme. In 1995 the Cospomolitan Club organised a DARE race meeting for which our club supplied six jockeys. The drug education programme run by the police force sends constables to visit school to talk about the dangers of using drugs. The club raised $1200 for DARE.

Besides these projects the club continued for several years with its sheep manure collection and sale, and the provision of emergency boxes for the Emergency Disaster committee. In 1994 the club initiated moves to nominate Catherine Hamlin, Director of the Fistula Hospital in Addis Ababa, for the Rotary International Award for World Understanding which carries a prize of $US100,000 as well as raising money for the hospital. We were thrilled when Catherine Hamlin received this award in 1998.72

Mention was made in the previous chapter about the bridge history booklet. The club continued to sell the booklets to dispose of the final copies. Reading about the above projects they might appear dour, dull, bottom-line activities but this has not been so as members have had much fun, fellowship and enjoyment in being able to contribute to the welfare of others through supporting active charitable organisations.

The club continued with a number of community-orientated projects. On 19 March, 1989 the club participated in a gala day at the Esplanade. Bruce Markwell supervised a gumboot-throwing competition and Ted Valentine constructed a greasy pole for a pillow-fighting event. The normal crew of barbecues sold sausages, and Nick Thomson and Rob Brownlee served their apprenticeships in the candyfloss booth. Everybody had a very good day and the club raised $800 for its funds. Top School began in 1990 as a competition between primary school teams and was continued throughout this decade with a significant increase in the number of schools participating. The sponsorship by McDonalds in Palmerston North of this competition has been much appreciated as it has enabled the club to run the competition yearly as well as being able to accept more teams. This is very much a club day which involves many of its members and also families to check the equipment, setting it up and in running the competitions. It is a fun day that is enjoyed by all so we were disappointed when the 1996 event had to be cancelled due to bad weather. An interesting project was designed to present New Zealand flags to primary schools in Palmerston North. This was supervised by Peter Sargentina, who personally presented the flags to the schools and watched them being raised and flown on the school flagpole. By 1996 this project had been completed with the presentation of 10 flags. In 1995, a competition compatible with the computer age was instituted to test the computer skills of primary school children. A number of computers were installed in Ross Jones’ showroom with each computer being programmed with a different test and the school teams rotated around the computers, completing each test. Members of the club who supervised these competitions have always been fascinated and also humbled by the computer skills of these school-age competitors.

A major development in the city has been the formation of a SeniorNet Club aimed at enabling senior citizens to become computer literate. The club, under the direction of Ralph Robotham and Ross Jones, guided the formation of this club in 1996. It has proved very popular and today has 260 members. A fuller account is described in another chapter.

Mention must be made of the Group Management Study Scheme organised by the club. This was first suggested in April 1995 with the intention of holding the course in the May. Unfortunately, although suitable businesses had agreed to participate in the programme, the course was cancelled through the lack of applicants. However, eight people registered in 1996 for the course that was very successful. In 1997 the club ran this management course again and it proved to be very popular with the participants who confirmed that it provided them with much useful experience. It also received commendation for Prof Williams, Massey University, who considers that it could be run in conjunction with Massey as an 72 While money isn’t everything it does help us keep in touch with our children.

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Ozanam house in April 1989. This raffle ran for two years in a row and John Cromie won it on each occasion. In March adjunctAt the 20 to November its business meeting, courses. under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the 1993, $2000-3000 was raised at a Sports and Fitness Festival for the New Zealand Heart Foundation. This event was held Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 on the Railway Land between Church Street and Main Street. Originally, Nick Thomson had proposed a vertical relay up Duringagain chaired the decade by President the club John organised Hubbard. several The health club sessions. approved The unanimously club continued the formationto contribute of ato new the clubRotary with International the revised and down the staircases of highrise buildings. However, our highrise buildings in Palmerston North were not suitable so Polioboundary Plus project.line being This 100 hasyards been West a visionary of Albert scheme St, running to eliminate from thepoliomyelitis Manawatu worldwideRiver to Richardson’s and only worldwide Line. organisations the event was renamed and with the help of the physical instructors from Linton Army Camp and being allowed to use the could contemplate such a project. training tower at the fire station, a number of competitive events were held. One disadvantage was the fact that the venues So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present for the stalls and events were widely spread. Had they been placed in a more compact area it would have been better. The Ourmember Junior Graham Rotaract Hubbard Club , beganas President in 1989 of thewith Palmerston a membership North of Rotary 24 members Club. The and bynew June club 1989had 22had initial increased members to 30.and day was a cold one and public support was not as great as had been hoped. Unfortunately,the first meeting by thewas toend be of held 1989, on the22 clubMay, was1958. losing The members provisional and byinduction February date 1993 was was set downfor 7 July,to six. 1958, In June with 1993Jack theSylva Rotaractto be the Clubfirst decidedpresident to of go the into new recess. club. In March 1992 and in March 1993 members hosted Lincoln College university students and raised $700 the first year and $750 the second year for club funds. Paul Gregg’s contacts with Lincoln College made the brief overnight stays lucrative ThisAt a meetingreview of on the 29 fourth May, decade1958, showsa number that ofit recommendationshad been a very successful were made period. for theComparing conduct this of theperiod new with club. earlier Combined decades projects for us. itmeetings shows that of the the Palmerstonclub has changed North considerablyand Terrace Endover thecommittees 40 years. were Although to be heldthe general and one aims director of the and club three are the members same and of the conductPalmerston of theNorth meetings Club shouldhas changed be detailed little, toits attendactivities the have Terrace changed End weeklyconsiderably meetings. and soLindsay thereby Spencer keeping, a upPalmerston with the In 1995, the club earned $1500 by making a car park survey at the Palmerston North Hospital and collected $917 through changingNorth Rotarian, times. wasThis placed decade on has loan been to theone newof significant club to act achievementsas its secretary of and which to helpthe clubthe clubis very to becomeproud but established. it has also been a charity collection at the Manawatu Raceway towards the purchase of a morphine pump for Arohanui Hospice. Another one tinged with sadness. The death of Bill Howell, the club’s last active Foundation Member, in this decade, marked the fundraiser in 1995 was the collection of Air New Zealand boarding passes. Air New Zealand paid $6 for each pass collected end3.3 of theThe beginning. Provisional So theClub club is taking active steps to continue as a major Rotary club in the city of Palmerston North and $1475 was raised by this scheme. In 1995 the Cospomolitan Club organised a DARE race meeting for which our club 73 andIn the a majorfirst bulletinforce within dated the 4 June,community. 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club supplied six jockeys. The drug education programme run by the police force sends constables to visit school to talk about of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, the dangers of using drugs. The club raised $1200 for DARE. was26. oneTHE of the CHARITY foundation GOLFmembers TOURNAMENTS of the club. He also announced 1988 - 98 that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Besides these projects the club continued for several years with its sheep manure collection and sale, and the provision of Charity golf tournaments among Rotary clubs have been a regular means raising funds for club projects. Some of these Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary emergency boxes for the Emergency Disaster committee. In 1994 the club initiated moves to nominate Catherine Hamlin, have been well conducted and others insufficiently supported. For the past decade a charity golf tournament has been a Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Director of the Fistula Hospital in Addis Ababa, for the Rotary International Award for World Understanding which carries regular annual feature of the Terrace End club that enabled the club’s contribution to local charities to be significant. The at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 a prize of $US100,000 as well as raising money for the hospital. We were thrilled when Catherine Hamlin received this idea was born while Colin Cutfield, Pat Toomey and Peter Inder were playing their regular Saturday morning round of award in 1998.72 golf at Hokowhitu and as a consequence, a committee was formed to introduce the idea to the club and to generate some action.Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Mention was made in the previous chapter about the bridge history booklet. The club continued to sell the booklets to concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: dispose of the final copies. Reading about the above projects they might appear dour, dull, bottom-line activities but this Mike Cross, the president of that year, 1988-89, was thrilled that the proposal had been accepted by everyone and gave his has not been so as members have had much fun, fellowship and enjoyment in being able to contribute to the welfare of nod of approval. Each member of a working committee of four headed sub-committees comprised of a member from each The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ others through supporting active charitable organisations. service committee to get a complete coverage of the talents of club members. Tony Rickerby handled sponsorship, Colin CutfieldThe electionpublicity, of PatDistrict Toomey Governors ran the andtournament their roles. and Peter Inder was overall chairman.74 The club continued with a number of community-orientated projects. On 19 March, 1989 the club participated in a gala The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Initially, the proposal was to seek sponsorship for each hole at $100 a hole. However, Tony Rickerby suggested we get a day at the Esplanade. Bruce Markwell supervised a gumboot-throwing competition and Ted Valentine constructed a greasy Explanation of avenues of service. pole for a pillow-fighting event. The normal crew of barbecues sold sausages, and Nick Thomson and Rob Brownlee served sponsor for each green and each tee and that the fee should be $200. This seemed a bit amazing but the committee agreed What does membership of Rotary give its members? their apprenticeships in the candyfloss booth. Everybody had a very good day and the club raised $800 for its funds. Top as Tony was responsible for the sponsorship. His idea was a great one because he got his 36 sponsors at $200 each, which School began in 1990 as a competition between primary school teams and was continued throughout this decade with meantDefining the basic duties. income would exceed $7200. a significant increase in the number of schools participating. The sponsorship by McDonalds in Palmerston North of Rotary in New Zealand. The first tournament was played at the Manawatu Golf Course with a full field of players, generous prizes by generous this competition has been much appreciated as it has enabled the club to run the competition yearly as well as being able Why Limited Classifications? to accept more teams. This is very much a club day which involves many of its members and also families to check the sponsors enabling each player to receive a prize. As a consequence, the club was able to hand over $10,000 to the Manawatu What is a Rotary club? equipment, setting it up and in running the competitions. It is a fun day that is enjoyed by all so we were disappointed branch of the Cancer Society and the committee decided that the tournament should be held again the following year. when the 1996 event had to be cancelled due to bad weather. An interesting project was designed to present New Zealand The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. flags to primary schools in Palmerston North. This was supervised by Peter Sargentina, who personally presented the For three years, the tournament was held at the Manawatu Golf Club and then later at the Palmerston North Golf Glub. flags to the schools and watched them being raised and flown on the school flagpole. By 1996 this project had been The Tournamentbulletin dated Committee19 June included found thata committee the members plan forof the the Palmerstonclub as follows: North Golf Club were enthusiastic supporters of completed with the presentation of 10 flags. In 1995, a competition compatible with the computer age was instituted to the competition that the charges for green fees were less and the single-roomed clubhouse was more suitable for catering purposes, prize distribution, and general conviviality. test the computer skills of primary school children. A number of computers were installed in Ross Jones’ showroom with Board of Directors each computer being programmed with a different test and the school teams rotated around the computers, completing each test. Members of the club who supervised these competitions have always been fascinated and also humbled by the AsJack seeking Sylva sponsors was not a job for all theGeorge members, Stuart the sub-committeeBill Somerville was dependent on theLindsay services Spencer of Tony Rickerby, computer skills of these school-age competitors. David Drake, Steve Pilalis, and John Borren for much of the canvassing and members of the club were generous in their support.President One year, John Borren and SteveTreasurer Pilalis did nearly all of theVice-President collecting on their own,Secretary which appeared to be unfair as the project was a total club responsibility. After the move to Palmerston North, Ken Moody and Colin Cutfield shared A major development in the city has been the formation of a SeniorNet Club aimed at enabling senior citizens to become Directors computer literate. The club, under the direction of Ralph Robotham and Ross Jones, guided the formation of this club in much of the load, organising and running the tournaments for many years and need to be congratulated on their efforts. 1996. It has proved very popular and today has 260 members. A fuller account is described in another chapter. ItClub was Servicedecided then that to share the load,Vocational club members Service should beCommunity presented with Service a list of Internationalthe sponsors whomService the club intended to approach. Each member was asked to indicate which of the sponsors he would visit, to confirm or deny their Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Mention must be made of the Group Management Study Scheme organised by the club. This was first suggested in April support, after the initial letter of request had been sent out. Jim Esson went to a lot of trouble preparing a data sheet of lists of sponsors so that the members would have a clear idea of whom they should contact. This worked well for a start 1995 with the intention of holding the course in the May. Unfortunately, although suitable businesses had agreed to Members participate in the programme, the course was cancelled through the lack of applicants. However, eight people registered but human nature being what it is, some members delayed approaching the prospective sponsors, some forgot and others in 1996 for the course that was very successful. In 1997 the club ran this management course again and it proved to be neglectedBulletin so it seemedLindsay that in Spencer the future Raya small Amer committed groupBob of members Burt should contactHarry the Craig necessary firms. On very popular with the participants who confirmed that it provided them with much useful experience. It also received the Friday before the tournament a working bee was held to collect all the hoardings and advertising and to erect them Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell commendation for Prof Williams, Massey University, who considers that it could be run in conjunction with Massey as an 73 The opinion you have of others, believe it or not, may be the opinion they have of you. 72 While money isn’t everything it does help us keep in touch with our children. 742 Every A home Rotarian handyman is an examplewould rather to youth. risk a catastrophe than read the instructions.

Page 80 Page 138173 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 around the course. Members with trailers and a ready supply of tools in their trucks were very useful and Bill Nairne, Rob Brownlee, Ross Jones and Bob Reddington were among that group who helped provide that assistance. Immediately after the tournament these advertisements had to be collected and then redistributed to their owners again and many of the club members helped at this stage. Tony Rickerby donated a very handsome trophy in 1988 to be awarded to the Rotarian from Terrace End who returned the best score. The winners of that award are listed below.

In 1995, Reg Dixon, the winner of the cup in 1994, tragically lost his life in an aeroplane accident near Palmerston North. Because of all his hard work within the club and for the tournament the club decided that the cup, which had been awarded to the Terrace End club member with the best score, should be called the Reg Dixon Memorial Cup. For some years since his death the tournament celebrated his life by calling the tournament the Reg Dixon Memorial Charity Golf Tournament.

The club has been fortunate that valuable and generous sponsorship has been forthcoming from the business houses and individuals in Palmerston North. This has enabled it to make donations to the following local charities.

• 1988 Manawatu branch of the Cancer Society • 1989 Manawatu Mobile Police Office • 1990 Mobility (PN) and Life Education • 1991 Manawatu branch of the Royal Life Saving Society • 1992 Manawatu branch of the Foundation of the Blind • 1993 Arohanui Hospice • 1994 Manawatu branch of the Plunket Society • 1995 Child Health Research Foundation • 1996 Rotary Club of Terrace End Mike Hansen Memorial Trust Foundation • 1997 Manawatu branch of the National Heart Foundation • 1998 Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust

Initially, all the profits from the tournament were handed over to the designated charity but then it was decided that other charities had a call on its services. Hence, 80% of the profits were given to the named charity and the remainder retained to grant to other deserving causes through the year. As a consequence of the monies taken, over $60,000 has been given to the above charities and it is interesting to note that the emphasis has been on health charities. It continues to be the policy of the club in general to support health issues in the community.75

Rotarians who have won the Terrace End Members Cup for the best score, later renamed the Reg Dixon Memorial Cup • 1988 Graeme Campbell • 1989 Rob Brownlee • 1990 Bernie Hodgson • 1991 Bernie Hodgson • 1992 Pat Toomey • 1993 Ken Moody • 1994 Reg Dixon • 1995 Ken Moody • 1996 Gordon Freeman and Richard Bullock • 1997 Gavin Johanson and Richard Bullock • 1998 Eddie Eggers and Richard Bullock

The Youth Committee, under David Bridges’ leadership, views the golf tournament as being a good source of income to increase the capital base of the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust Fund. It is responsible for organising the 1988 tournament and we know that it will be as successful as its predecessors.

75 Face reality, as it is not as it was nor as we wish it were.

Page 7482 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End around the course. Members with trailers and a ready supply of tools in their trucks were very useful and Bill Nairne, Rob At27. the TERRACE 20 November END meeting, BRINGS under President THE NATIONALJohn Hubbard, itSYMPHONY was resolved to recommendORCHESTRA to the club TO members PALMER that- the Brownlee, Ross Jones and Bob Reddington were among that group who helped provide that assistance. Immediately after PalmerstonSTON North NORTH club sponsor 1991 a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 the tournament these advertisements had to be collected and then redistributed to their owners again and many of the club again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Many of the projects initiated by members of our Rotary club have been ambitious. This was certainly the case when in members helped at this stage. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. June 1991, during Eddie Eggers’ year as president, the club presented the New Zealand National Symphony Orchestra to Tony Rickerby donated a very handsome trophy in 1988 to be awarded to the Rotarian from Terrace End who returned Palmerston North for a family fun concert with Mario Duschenes as conductor.76 the best score. The winners of that award are listed below. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Eddie’s major interest during his year as president had been in the Life Education Trust, which originated in Australia. This member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and trust existed to provide a preventative approach to drug abuse through teaching children in their formative years, from five In 1995, Reg Dixon, the winner of the cup in 1994, tragically lost his life in an aeroplane accident near Palmerston North. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to 12, an awareness and understanding of the body. With this knowledge of how it functions, how and why it is affected Because of all his hard work within the club and for the tournament the club decided that the cup, which had been to be the first president of the new club. by substances that upset its delicate equilibrium, children will avoid the risks embraced in drug-taking. The Life Education awarded to the Terrace End club member with the best score, should be called the Reg Dixon Memorial Cup. For some Trust was the organisation for whose benefit Sir Howard Morrison completed a ride through New Zealand and entitled it years since his death the tournament celebrated his life by calling the tournament the Reg Dixon Memorial Charity Golf At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined a Ride For Life. With the proceeds from the 1990 golf tournament the club hoped to provide a mobile classroom that was Tournament. meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of on display at the concert. The mobile classroom was a fully air-conditioned caravan, equipped with exceptional electronic the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston aids and capable of teaching 12,000 school children each year. For all those interested, a mobile classroom was on display The club has been fortunate that valuable and generous sponsorship has been forthcoming from the business houses and North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. behind the tiers of seats at the concert. individuals in Palmerston North. This has enabled it to make donations to the following local charities. Mario3.3 Duschenes, The Provisional a Canadian Club conductor and presenter, had an international reputation for his delightful family concerts • 1988 Manawatu branch of the Cancer Society andIn the was first making bulletin his datedfourth 4 June,visit to1958, New Lindsay Zealand. Spencer As hisannounced plans did that not the include first ameeting concert of inthe Palmerston Provisional NorthRotary our Club • 1989 Manawatu Mobile Police Office Rotaryof Terrace club End entered would the take planning place at process.the Ross ItIntermediate agreed to hire School the Newon Monday, Zealand 9 NationalJune at 5.45pm. Symphony The Orchestra, Principal, toFrank make Clift all, • 1990 Mobility (PN) and Life Education wasarrangements, one of the tofoundation take the financial members risk, of the and club. to present He also the announced concert in that the theRainbow caterers Stadium, would bePascal Mr &Street, Mrs inChristensen, Palmerston • 1991 Manawatu branch of the Royal Life Saving Society knownNorth onas theJune Regal 12th. Caterers Garry, andGordon that eachand hismember Club wouldService pay Committee 4/6d. At carriedthis first out meeting all the thearrangements, speaker would which be wereMr Monty not Lascelleswithout theirof Westshore, ups and downs. Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary • 1992 Manawatu branch of the Foundation of the Blind Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club • 1993 Arohanui Hospice atThe Terrace concert End was before a light-hearted he was transferred classical toconcert Napier. of2 quality music, but one to take seriously. There was no playing down to • 1994 Manawatu branch of the Plunket Society kids and serious concert-goers were thankful that they had not missed this one. • 1995 Child Health Research Foundation Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, TheBulletin programme Editor and included Rotary Informationmusic from theOfficer, 16th to Lindsaythe 20th Spencercenturies. did just There that. Hewere made well-known brief mention works likeof the “Turkey speakers in but the • 1996 Rotary Club of Terrace End Mike Hansen Memorial Trust Foundation concentratedStraw” and novelty on conveying items like a goodthe anonymous deal of Rotary French Information “Napoleon” to thefor newaudience members participation. under headings such as: • 1997 Manawatu branch of the National Heart Foundation • 1998 Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust SinceThe his distributionfirst visit in of1987, Rotary Mario Districts Duschenes in NZ had each year until 1991 been able to present a programme for many New ZealandersThe election for whom of Districtit was theGovernors most enjoyable and their and roles. the most instructive musical session many had ever experienced. From Symphony House we had heard that excerpts from letters like: “I learned that music can be fun and exciting”, “I enjoyed Initially, all the profits from the tournament were handed over to the designated charity but then it was decided that other The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. charities had a call on its services. Hence, 80% of the profits were given to the named charity and the remainder retained the concert because I could understand it and the music was not boring”, “Mr Duschenes showed me that music can be to grant to other deserving causes through the year. As a consequence of the monies taken, over $60,000 has been given to fun Explanationand fantastic”, of avenueswere but of a service.sample of his praises. These comments confirmed the desire of the organisers to bring the the above charities and it is interesting to note that the emphasis has been on health charities. It continues to be the policy orchestraWhat anddoes Mariomembership Duschenes of Rotary to Palmerston give its members? North. In Canada, where he is Musical Director of the Newfoundland of the club in general to support health issues in the community.75 SymphonyDefining Orchestra, duties. he had conducted concerts throughout Canada and had pursued his special interest in concerts for youngRotary people. in New He Zealand.was awarded the Canadian Music Council Medal for the best educational television and in 1985 was Rotarians who have won the Terrace End Members Cup for the best score, later renamed the Reg Dixon Memorial Cup awarded an honorary doctorate from Montreal’s Concordia University. It was simple to see why his presence in Palmerston Why Limited Classifications? • 1988 Graeme Campbell North was so valued by the organisers of the concert. What is a Rotary club? • 1989 Rob Brownlee As wellThe as ‘4 Mario- Way Duschenes,Test’ as a measuring the club stick,welcomed etc. pianist Richard Mapp with the orchestra. Richard Mapp was born in • 1990 Bernie Hodgson New Zealand and distinguished himself as a prizewinner at the Royal Academy of Music, London. Later he was based in • 1991 Bernie Hodgson TheItaly andbulletin performed dated 19in JuneEurope, included Scandinavia, a committee North plan America for the and club Australia as follows: to very enthusiastic responses. He returned to • 1992 Pat Toomey New Zealand in 1988, took part in New Zealand’s first International Festival of Arts, and subsequently toured with the • 1993 Ken Moody New Zealand National Symphony Orchestra. His rendition of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” was among the highlightsBoard of Directorsof the night. • 1994 Reg Dixon Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer • 1995 Ken Moody Two additional attractions on the night included the attendance of Jude Dobson, a favourite TV personality, whose marriage • 1996 Gordon Freeman and Richard Bullock toPresident a pilot at Ohakea meant that she was toTreasurer be a Palmerston North personalityVice-President and a secondary schoolSecretary choir that sang during • 1997 Gavin Johanson and Richard Bullock the orchestra’s interval. This choir was a combined choir from the Manawatu and South Hawkes Bay under the guidance ofDirectors Olga Barrett. The quality of its singing impressed Mario Duschenes to such an extent that he said he would have liked • 1998 Eddie Eggers and Richard Bullock 77 toClub have Service been able to provide the orchestraVocational to accompany Service the choir. Community Service International Service

The Youth Committee, under David Bridges’ leadership, views the golf tournament as being a good source of income to AlthoughBill Somerville not as much money was madeNeil as wasTurnbull hoped, the nightMerv was Dymocksignificant for twoGeorge reasons. Stuart The New Zealand increase the capital base of the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust Fund. It is responsible for organising National Symphony Orchestra was led by a world-renowned conductor and accompanied by an equally world-renowned the 1988 tournament and we know that it will be as successful as its predecessors. pianist.Members It had been brought to Palmerston North and had performed a varied programme of a very high quality for all the audienceBulletin of the ManawatuLindsay to Spencerenjoy. Secondly,Ray Amer the inclusion of the combinedBob Burt secondary schoolsHarry choir Craig from South Hawkes Bay and the Manawatu meant that many children who had comprised the choir had been able to extend their interests in Fellowship76 A smile is a Haroldthing that Parlane puts a lot ofTom things Baker straight. Peter Caldwell Bill Howell 75 Face reality, as it is not as it was nor as we wish it were. 772 Every Where Rotarian you come is an from example is not to important. youth. It’s where you’re going that counts.

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28. PROBUS 1990 On 30 April, 1987 Rex Weber visited our club and gave an introductory talk on Probus clubs. He said that he was helping to establish a women’s club in Palmerston North and sought names of possible prospective members. He stressed that it was not a service club but that it was a club for women over 50 years of age who would gather for fellowship. At the time members of our club were not convinced of the need for such a gathering.

When Nick Thomson was Director of the Community Service Committee in our club he raised the issue again and formed a sub-committee that included Colin Cutfield and Ted Valentine to look into the possibility of forming a combined club for men and women. During April 1990 he called for the names of interested people and by the end of May he had 60 names. Although he would have liked more, he called an introductory meeting on 12 June and 40 people attended. Of that group, 30 were interested and a steering committee was formed. The bulletin editor congratulated the sponsoring team and added that it would be only the second one of its kind in the country, which seemed an extreme statement to make. However, in August the Probus Club of Manawatu started with 28 members and with George Taylor an ex -Terrace End Rotarian as the president. With him on the committee were Bill Crystall, his vice president, and Kit Ellis both of whom were members of Terrace End Rotary Club. One of the interesting facts is that George Taylor was absent so often that Bill Crystall had to fill in during his absences. When Bill had completed his year as president he had virtually run the club for two years.

Another Probus club had early associations with Terrace End also. The Mid City club started in 1995 and its first president was Carl Olivecrona who, shortly after assuming the presidency, announced that the numbers in his club had built quite quickly and that it had a waiting list. Carl later left Palmerston North and started a Probus Club in his new town, Papamoa. In Palmerston North, the clubs have wished to restrict membership to around 100. There is an ageing population here and the popularity of the Probus clubs is such that it does not take long for another club to be needed. As both Manawatu and Mid City had waiting lists, the Probus Club of Manawatu asked Terrace End to investigate the formation of another club. At the end of 1995, Terrace End agreed to help and a new club called the Fitzherbert Club was started. In 1998 the need for a sixth club has become apparent and the Rotary Club of Awapuni is sharing in the creation of yet another Probus club. We know that Probus clubs are supposed to originate from existing Rotary Clubs. However, the Rotary Clubs have done a great deal in establishing the concept in Palmerston North and now could withdraw from the scheme. The existing Probus clubs could themselves do the extension work necessary to establish new clubs.

29. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S HEALTH FORUMS During the fourth decade several positive actions were taken by our club in helping to inform members of the public about a number of health threats to their wellbeing. The topics under discussion related to melanoma awareness, men’s health problems, and women’s health problems.

29.1 Melanoma Awareness

29.1.1 1991 In a July bulletin at the beginning of the Rotary Year 1991-92, we were advised that a Melanoma Awareness Week would be held from 21-27 October and that a “Skin-Check” Day would be held on 19 October. President David Cordery reminded us that the club would need to provide 40 volunteers from 9am to 4pm to help during the “Skin-Check” Day. In a later bulletin on 12 October, Garry Gordon, Director of Community Service Committee, announced that the Melanoma Day had been postponed and we have been unable to find further records of the event. Perhaps it was postponed until 1992. However, Karen McIntyre spoke to us the following week and answered our questions on cancer.

29.1.2 1992 Members within our club included a number of health professionals, doctors and chemists, who were well aware of the dangers from, and the treatments for, skin cancer. While Graeme Campbell was Director of Community Services, his committee organised a day for members of the public to have a free check for skin cancer. This day, in November 1992, was called Melanoma Skin Check Day to which the committee had invited a number of doctors from Wellington and Hawkes Bay to join with those from the Palmerston North area to give their services for this event. Early in November, from among the members and their wives, our club sought 20 volunteers in the morning and 20 volunteers in the afternoon of the Skin Check Day. However, the day must have been well advertised because in the following bulletin the call came out for 70 volunteers.78

78 The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your arm. Page 7684 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End music and enjoy a programme that many would never have been able to attend. At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the ThePalmerston day was North very successfulclub sponsor from a new a number club in of this points area. of This view. matterFirstly wasjust discussed under 2000 at the membersclub assembly of the publicon 17 attendedMarch, 1958 the 28. PROBUS 1990 inspectionagain chaired service. by President Of those John who Hubbard. attended, The 22 were club suspectedapproved ofunanimously having skin the cancer, formation and 554 of awere new referredclub with to thetheir revised GPs forboundary further line observations. being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. On 30 April, 1987 Rex Weber visited our club and gave an introductory talk on Probus clubs. He said that he was helping to establish a women’s club in Palmerston North and sought names of possible prospective members. He stressed that it So the29.1.3 new Melanoma Provisional Skin-Check Rotary Club Day, of 1993Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present was not a service club but that it was a club for women over 50 years of age who would gather for fellowship. At the time member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and A further Skin-Check Day, organised by David Cordery, was held again this year. This day was equally as successful as the members of our club were not convinced of the need for such a gathering. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 1992 day but unfortunately there are no detailed records about the day. These two skin-check days confirm reports on the to be the first president of the new club. When Nick Thomson was Director of the Community Service Committee in our club he raised the issue again and formed dangers of skin cancer and the value to the public of these free examinations by medical specialists. a sub-committee that included Colin Cutfield and Ted Valentine to look into the possibility of forming a combined club At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined for men and women. During April 1990 he called for the names of interested people and by the end of May he had 60 meetings29.2 Men’sof the HealthPalmerston Forums North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of names. Although he would have liked more, he called an introductory meeting on 12 June and 40 people attended. Of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston that group, 30 were interested and a steering committee was formed. The bulletin editor congratulated the sponsoring North29.2.1 Rotarian, 1995 was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. team and added that it would be only the second one of its kind in the country, which seemed an extreme statement to make. However, in August the Probus Club of Manawatu started with 28 members and with George Taylor an ex -Terrace Another of our very successful promotions was the Men’s Health Forum. Graham Wilson was the driving force behind this 3.3 The Provisional Club End Rotarian as the president. With him on the committee were Bill Crystall, his vice president, and Kit Ellis both of venture and together with Ralph Robotham and David Grant and the Vocational Service Committee completed most of whom were members of Terrace End Rotary Club. One of the interesting facts is that George Taylor was absent so often theIn the arrangements. first bulletin The dated committee 4 June, 1958,had received Lindsay theSpencer generous announced help of fourthat thedoctors first from meeting the ofCity the Doctors Provisional organisation Rotary andClub that Bill Crystall had to fill in during his absences. When Bill had completed his year as president he had virtually run the welcomeof Terrace sponsorship End would takefrom place some at of the the Ross drug Intermediate companies. School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, club for two years. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, knownOn 11 October,as the Regal 1995 Caterers our club, and met that for each its normal member meeting would inpay the 4/6d. City AtClub this premises. first meeting After thethe speakernormal meeting,would be theMr forumMonty Another Probus club had early associations with Terrace End also. The Mid City club started in 1995 and its first Lascelleswas held. of The Westshore, public hadNapier. been Thisinvited was by an advertisements appropriate choice in the of local speaker newspaper because andMonty over had the beenair toa attendmember the of forumthe Rotary free president was Carl Olivecrona who, shortly after assuming the presidency, announced that the numbers in his club had Clubof charge. of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 built quite quickly and that it had a waiting list. Carl later left Palmerston North and started a Probus Club in his new atThe Terrace forum, End under before the he chairmanship was transferred of toNoel Napier. Cantwell, ran for two hours and covered four major topics. Each doctor’s town, Papamoa. In Palmerston North, the clubs have wished to restrict membership to around 100. There is an ageing presentation lasted for 20 minutes and eight minutes was given to questions. The presentations were given by: Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, population here and the popularity of the Probus clubs is such that it does not take long for another club to be needed. Mr Robin Smart - Prostate Cancer As both Manawatu and Mid City had waiting lists, the Probus Club of Manawatu asked Terrace End to investigate the Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Dr Mike Leibowitz - Skin Cancer formation of another club. At the end of 1995, Terrace End agreed to help and a new club called the Fitzherbert Club concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: was started. In 1998 the need for a sixth club has become apparent and the Rotary Club of Awapuni is sharing in the Dr Jai Ram - Heart Disease creation of yet another Probus club. We know that Probus clubs are supposed to originate from existing Rotary Clubs. MrThe Keith distribution Aitken of Rotary Districts- Foot in careNZ for the diabetic However, the Rotary Clubs have done a great deal in establishing the concept in Palmerston North and now could The election of District Governors and their roles. withdraw from the scheme. The existing Probus clubs could themselves do the extension work necessary to establish new TheThe 120 meaningpeople whoof a attendedProvisional were Club most to enthusiasticTerrace End. about the presentation, which made the committee members think clubs. that it was something that should be repeated the following year.79 Explanation of avenues of service. Early in the 1996-97 Rotary year a committee was formed to repeat the 1995 event. This time, Graham Wilson was given What does membership of Rotary give its members? 29. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S HEALTH FORUMS supportive help by Judith Woods and Allan Walters. They had decided that it would be useful to hold two forums, with one Definingon women’s duties. health and the other on men’s health. As a consequence, they formed a joint committee with members of During the fourth decade several positive actions were taken by our club in helping to inform members of the public about the Palmerston North Inner Wheel with Jeanette Clark and Ann Ashwell contributing greatly to the committee. a number of health threats to their wellbeing. The topics under discussion related to melanoma awareness, men’s health Rotary in New Zealand. problems, and women’s health problems. Why Limited Classifications? The Women’s Health Forum was held on 14 August, 1995 in the Palmerston North City Convention Centre but the men’sWhat forum is a wasRotary postponed club? until the following year. The advertisements which appeared were sponsored by the City 29.1 Melanoma Awareness DoctorsThe again,‘4 - Way and Test’ an increasedas a measuring number stick, of drug etc. companies. The topics under discussion were endometriosis and hormone replacement therapy, breast lumps and cancer, hair loss, and children’s health including meningitis. To the 150 members 29.1.1 1991 ofThe the bulletin public whodated attended, 19 June includedthese topics a committee were presented plan forby: the club as follows: In a July bulletin at the beginning of the Rotary Year 1991-92, we were advised that a Melanoma Awareness Week would be Dr Kenneth Clark - Gynaecologist held from 21-27 October and that a “Skin-Check” Day would be held on 19 October. President David Cordery reminded Board of Directors us that the club would need to provide 40 volunteers from 9am to 4pm to help during the “Skin-Check” Day. In a later Mr Michael Young - General Surgeon bulletin on 12 October, Garry Gordon, Director of Community Service Committee, announced that the Melanoma Day JackDr Sylva Louise Reiche - DermatologistGeorge Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer had been postponed and we have been unable to find further records of the event. Perhaps it was postponed until 1992. PresidentDr Jeffrey Brown - PediatricianTreasurer Vice-President Secretary However, Karen McIntyre spoke to us the following week and answered our questions on cancer. Directors Graeme Campbell, who was a surgeon, and his wife Ruth, a physiotherapist, together with the Palmerston North Public 29.1.2 1992 HealthClub Service Nurses, said it was an outstandingVocational project. Such Service encouragementCommunity indicated Service that the postponedInternational men’s Service forum must Members within our club included a number of health professionals, doctors and chemists, who were well aware of the be held. dangers from, and the treatments for, skin cancer. While Graeme Campbell was Director of Community Services, his Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart committee organised a day for members of the public to have a free check for skin cancer. This day, in November 1992, was 29.2.2 1997 called Melanoma Skin Check Day to which the committee had invited a number of doctors from Wellington and Hawkes Members Another Men’s Health Forum was very successfully held in the Palmerston North City Convention Centre early in the Bay to join with those from the Palmerston North area to give their services for this event. Early in November, from among RotaryBulletin year and againLindsay Graham Spencer Wilson ledRay the Amer organisation committee.Bob Burt This time the attendanceHarry Craig was double that of the members and their wives, our club sought 20 volunteers in the morning and 20 volunteers in the afternoon of the Skin previous years and the event received a great deal of public acclaim. A letter to the editor in the local newspaper under the Check Day. However, the day must have been well advertised because in the following bulletin the call came out for 70 Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell heading “Men’s Health Forum Positive”, complemented a long article in the Evening Standard dated Thursday, 21 August, volunteers.78 792 Every A winner Rotarian says is,”There an example ought to to youth. be a better way.” A loser says, “That’s the way it’s always been done.” 78 The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your arm. 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“Health Message Getting Through to Men”.

While the forum was advertised as being for two hours it turned out to be a three-hour session due to the keenness of the audience of 250 to question the speakers on prostate and testicular cancer, heart and heart disease, diet and diabetes. The specialist speakers were: Mr Robin Smart - Urologist Bob Wood - “The Prostate Man” Dr Paul Dixon - Consultant physician Dr Desmond Dickson - Cardiologist

This time, the forum was chaired by Dr John Drummond, who was able to add his professional knowledge to that of the speakers. One of the interesting aspects of all of the forums has been the variety of people who have contributed to the programmes organised by our club. If the reporter in the newspaper represented the public at large then everyone has said a simple “thank you” to the club and the organisers of the forums for their contribution to the health of the community.

30. FLAGS IN SCHOOLS 1995 - 96 As Peter Sargentina was a member who liked to recall the best of the past that had become lost in the passage of time, he did his best to restore earlier prized values. He was given such a situation in the Flags in Schools project.80

Peter and his committee circularised the schools in Palmerston North to find out which schools would like to receive a New Zealand ensign to be flown from the school’s flagpole. A number of schools responded positively and through the club’s efforts, ensigns were bought and presented. One source of funds was through a weekly club raffle called ‘Rotto’ which had 40 tickets charged at $2 each and which was drawn after the weekly national Lotto competition. This enabled the winning ticket in our “Rotto” to be identified, the bonus number in Lotto. The winner of our “Rotto” received $40 and the remaining $40 went towards the Flags for Schools Fund.

The first donation of the Flags for Schools was presented to the Parkland School at a ceremony on 23 August, 1985. A member of our club was Martyn Dunne, the Commanding Officer at Linton Military Camp, and for this ceremony he assigned two non-commissioned officers to make a colour party at the ceremony. The pupils who were assembled in the playground sang the New Zealand National Anthem in Maori and in English while the colour party carried the flag to the flagpole, attached it, and at the appropriate moment in the song, struck the flag to fly above the area. Two pupils addressed the assembly thanking the club for its donation. In reply, Peter Sargentina recalled his early experiences with the flag salute in his school and told the pupils that this was a day in their lives that they would recall later because theirs was the first school in New Zealand to receive a flag under these conditions. This presentation ceremony has been recorded most successfully on video.

The project was not without its humour. The last flag was to be donated to the Terrace End School but the club found that the school also needed a flagpole. A previous principal of the school had misunderstood the intentions of the Minister of Education at the time and had cut the flagpole down. I guess early historical acts in Russell had emblazoned themselves on that principal’s mind.81

The club went on to donate flags to six schools in the Palmerston North area and received a letter from John Banks, MP commending the club on its action.

31. ROTARY AWARD FOR WORLD UNDERSTANDING 1993 - 98 1997 ended on a very high note for the Rotary Club of Terrace End as Neil Inkster, a former District Governor, rang Jim Kerr to inform him that the club’s nomination of Catherine Hamlin for the Rotary Award for World Understanding had been successful and that she was the 1997 awardee. Neil read out the key part of the letter that he had received.

“After much deliberation the committee selected Catherine Hamlin, Director of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, to receive the award. We have recently received confirmation that Dr Hamlin will personally accept the award at a presentation ceremony scheduled for 16 June at the Indianapolis Convention.

“The RI Board of Directors and the Trustees of Rotary Foundation selected her for this award because of her significant

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“Health Message Getting Through to Men”. contributionAt the 20 November to the medical meeting, profession under President and her Johndevotion Hubbard, to improving it was resolved the lives to of recommend thousands toof theyoung club women members who that would the otherwisePalmerston live North as outcasts. club sponsor Her alife new demonstrates club in this area.the miraculous This matter results was discussedof work carriedat the club out assemblywith courage, on 17 commitment March, 1958 While the forum was advertised as being for two hours it turned out to be a three-hour session due to the keenness of the andagain love.” chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised audience of 250 to question the speakers on prostate and testicular cancer, heart and heart disease, diet and diabetes. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. The specialist speakers were: The Rotary Award for World Understanding is the highest award presented to an individual by Rotary International and overSo the the new years Provisional notable world Rotary figures Club such of Terraceas Mother End Teresa was and formed, Nelson interestingly Mandela have with received John Hubbard, it. In 1993 father Dr Fred of a Hollows present Mr Robin Smart - Urologist receivedmember it.Graham He was Hubbard a New ,Zealander, as President educated of the Palmerston in Palmerston North North Rotary and Club. at the TheOtago new Medical club hadSchool 22 initial but he membersspent most and Bob Wood - “The Prostate Man” ofthe his first working meeting life aswas an to eyebe specialistheld on 22 practising May, 1958. in Australia. The provisional This award induction to Fred dateHollows was setdemonstrated for 7 July, 1958,that suitable with Jack people Sylva Dr Paul Dixon - Consultant physician couldto be thebe nominatedfirst president from of Australasia. the new club. Dr Desmond Dickson - Cardiologist AlsoAt a inmeeting 1993, onTVNZ 29 May, showed 1958, the avideo number “Walking of recommendations Back To Happiness” were whichmade forillustrated the conduct graphically of the the new very club. dedicated Combined and humanitarianmeetings of the work Palmerston of Drs Reginald North and and Terrace Catherine End Hamlin,committees over were a period to be ofheld 34 andyears one in directorAddis Ababa, and three in the members treatment of This time, the forum was chaired by Dr John Drummond, who was able to add his professional knowledge to that of the ofthe severe Palmerston vaginal North injuries Club resulting should from be detailed prolonged to attend labours the in Terrace childbirth. End weekly It demonstrated meetings. theLindsay stark Spencerrealities, aof Palmerston the young speakers. One of the interesting aspects of all of the forums has been the variety of people who have contributed to the pregnantNorth Rotarian, women was in placedprimitive on loanisolated to thecommunities, new club to faract fromas its medicalsecretary help,and towho help endure the club prolonged to become obstructed established. labour programmes organised by our club. If the reporter in the newspaper represented the public at large then everyone has said which may result in tears to the birth passage resulting in holes (fistulae) between vagina and bladder and/or rectum. These a simple “thank you” to the club and the organisers of the forums for their contribution to the health of the community. young3.3 womenThe Provisionalwill leak urine, Club and perhaps faeces, continually. They stink, and are rejected socially and isolated by their family and community. This is a problem common to many primitive communities worldwide, but most prosperous 30. FLAGS IN SCHOOLS 1995 - 96 In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club communitiesof Terrace End know would little take about place thisat the widespread Ross Intermediate problem Schooland it is on certainly Monday, not 9 Junea drawing at 5.45pm. room Theillness Principal, to boast aboutFrank overClift, As Peter Sargentina was a member who liked to recall the best of the past that had become lost in the passage of time, he wasthe teacups.one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, 80 did his best to restore earlier prized values. He was given such a situation in the Flags in Schools project. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty LascellesReginald ofHamlin Westshore, had been Napier. a fellow This student was an atappropriate the Otago choice Medical of speakerSchool withbecause Dick Monty Rawstron, had been one a ofmember our club of members.the Rotary Peter and his committee circularised the schools in Palmerston North to find out which schools would like to receive a New ClubWhilst of Dick Palmerston had been North aware since of the December work of 1944 the Hamlins and had forbeen many one yearsof the and prime knew movers that theyfor the were formation recognised of theas the new world club Zealand ensign to be flown from the school’s flagpole. A number of schools responded positively and through the club’s atleaders Terrace in theEnd treatment before he of was these transferred injuries, tothe Napier. video was2 a revelation to him of the magnitude of the problem. The Hamlins efforts, ensigns were bought and presented. One source of funds was through a weekly club raffle called ‘Rotto’ which had not done this work for money but out of their love for these unfortunate young women so that as humanitarians their work ranks with that of Mother Teresa and Fred Hollows. Their 34 years of work in Addis Ababa exemplifies the motto of had 40 tickets charged at $2 each and which was drawn after the weekly national Lotto competition. This enabled the Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, another Award winner, Dr Iwamura: “Go to the people, live with the people, learn from the people, plan with the people, winning ticket in our “Rotto” to be identified, the bonus number in Lotto. The winner of our “Rotto” received $40 and Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but work with the people, start with what they know and build on what they have.” the remaining $40 went towards the Flags for Schools Fund. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The first donation of the Flags for Schools was presented to the Parkland School at a ceremony on 23 August, 1985. A Being very impressed with the video, Dick Rawstron wrote to the Hamlins in August 1993 and asked if it was possible, The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ member of our club was Martyn Dunne, the Commanding Officer at Linton Military Camp, and for this ceremony he through them, to get a copy of it. Catherine Hamlin wrote in reply stating that Reg had died earlier in the month and she assigned two non-commissioned officers to make a colour party at the ceremony. The pupils who were assembled in the was Thehoping election to send of a copyDistrict of theGovernors video toand a friendtheir roles.in New Zealand which the club might be able to copy. She also said that playground sang the New Zealand National Anthem in Maori and in English while the colour party carried the flag to she Thewould meaning be continuing of a Provisional the work Clubof the to hospitalTerrace andEnd. sent some papers describing the history and work of the hospital. the flagpole, attached it, and at the appropriate moment in the song, struck the flag to fly above the area. Two pupils TheseExplanation articles wereof avenues sent to ofRoss service. Jones, Chairman of the International Committee, with Dick Rawstron’s suggestion that addressed the assembly thanking the club for its donation. In reply, Peter Sargentina recalled his early experiences with the we might nominate the fistula hospital for the Rotary Award for World Understanding. The committee agreed and asked What does membership of Rotary give its members? flag salute in his school and told the pupils that this was a day in their lives that they would recall later because theirs was Dick to pursue the matter further. About this time, Harvey Tarrant of Sydney, addressed the club on Rotary matters and the first school in New Zealand to receive a flag under these conditions. This presentation ceremony has been recorded on beingDefining questioned, duties. affirmed that it would be in order to nominate a person for this award. He advised club members most successfully on video. thatRotary the nomination in New Zealand. had to be for a person and not for an institution. In March 1994, Dick tried to obtain a copy of the videoWhy from Limited TVNZ Classifications? without success. However, in April 1994, Catherine Hamlin sent the club the address of the Hamlin Trust in England and through its secretary, Clive Hewitt, a copy arrived in June and in due course it was shown to the club The project was not without its humour. The last flag was to be donated to the Terrace End School but the club found that What is a Rotary club? the school also needed a flagpole. A previous principal of the school had misunderstood the intentions of the Minister of members. Education at the time and had cut the flagpole down. I guess early historical acts in Russell had emblazoned themselves The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. on that principal’s mind.81 The club, now being aware of the work of the Hamlins, was agreeable to nominating Catherine Hamlin for the Rotary AwardThe bulletin for World dated Understanding. 19 June included The a clubcommittee also agreed plan tofor endeavour the club asto follows:raise money for the hospital, but before committing The club went on to donate flags to six schools in the Palmerston North area and received a letter from John Banks, MP itself to such projects its members needed to establish the viability of the hospital so letters were sent to Catherine Hamlin commending the club on its action. andBoard John of KellyDirectors asking about the future of the hospital. Catherine assured the club that she would be continuing with her work as director and that she had been joined by an American doctor, Dr Steve Arrowsmith, who was keen to support the Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 31. ROTARY AWARD FOR WORLD UNDERSTANDING 1993 - 98 work of the hospital. John Kelly, a gynaecologist in Birmingham who had spent many working holidays at the hospital, was able to give the club valuable supporting evidence of the work of the hospital and assure us of its viability. The hospital President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 1997 ended on a very high note for the Rotary Club of Terrace End as Neil Inkster, a former District Governor, rang Jim is a private, charitable one that exists solely on private support and at the time of enquiry it was treating between 750-800 Kerr to inform him that the club’s nomination of Catherine Hamlin for the Rotary Award for World Understanding had casesDirectors per year. Hence, the 1993/94 Rotary year had been one of investigation and accumulation of information about the been successful and that she was the 1997 awardee. Neil read out the key part of the letter that he had received. work of the Hamlins and their hospital.82 Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service “After much deliberation the committee selected Catherine Hamlin, Director of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, to It was suggested to the incoming 1994/95 International Committee under Jim Esson that it should continue with the Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart receive the award. We have recently received confirmation that Dr Hamlin will personally accept the award at a presentation project. The committee considered it was inappropriate to nominate Catherine Hamlin for the 1994/95 Rotary Award ceremony scheduled for 16 June at the Indianapolis Convention. forMembers World Understanding in view of Fred Hollows receiving it in 1993 but to prepare a nomination for the 1995/96 year. Meanwhile, Neil Inkster, a District Governor and a RI Director, was enthusiastic about the project and asked the “The RI Board of Directors and the Trustees of Rotary Foundation selected her for this award because of her significant committeeBulletin to considerLindsay elevating Spencer its fund raisingRay Amer to a 3H Award. Bob Burt Harry Craig 80 Learning is a change in behaviour as a result of experience. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell A sub-committee of Jim Esson, Graeme Campbell, Bruce Markwell, and Dick Rawstron was set up to proceed with these 81 Conscience is that small, still voice that sometimes becomes too loud for comfort 822 Every You neverRotarian get ais second an example chance to toyouth. make a good first impression. . Page 86 Page 138779 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 projects for the International Service Committee of the club but it had much difficulty in obtaining details concerning the conditions of these awards.

Besides the information which had already been accumulated on Catherine Hamlin and the fistula hospital, the committee received a supporting letter from Lord Coggan, a former Archbishop of Canterbury and through Dr John Crowley, Palmerston North, the use of a chapter from Dr Robert Zacharin’s textbook, “Obstetric Fistula”, in which he gave high praise to the Hamlins. Thus, on 7 September, 1995, Jim Esson sent off a very presentable nomination document to JC Carrick, the RIdirector for the ANZO Region. The club was informed that the award was won by Mrs Sadako Odata of Japan, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, but the club had good and encouraging feedback on its own nomination.

The 1995/96 International Committee with Jim Kerr as chairman decided to carry on the Hamlin project and renominate Catherine Hamlin for the Rotary Award for World Understanding. This time the sub-committee had considerable help from Ross Jones who was able to take coloured photographs off the BBC video and scan them into the text. The front page was illustrated with a coloured photograph of the prize vase and of Catherine Hamlin. These improvements brought the document to life, making it look very attractive. Catherine did not win the award but we understood that she ran a very close second to Nelson Mandela, which was an achievement in itself. We were asked to nominate her for a third time. This, the nominating committee agreed to do, but instead of just resubmitting its previous document it decided to review the presentation. One matter that had become evident to the committee through discussions with many people, especially men, was that they did not appreciate the stark reality of the condition. So the third submission opened with this introduction.

“It is most unlikely that you will ever consider being injured in such a way that you have a permanent opening between your bladder and your rectum (ie fistula) so that the urine and faeces trickle down your legs 24 hours a day! Add to this the difficulties of living in a remote village in a poor country with an inadequate water supply and not enough money to buy even rags as diapers. You would stink greatly and be totally ostracised.

“Yet this is precisely the misfortune of a sizable number of adolescent and young women in Ethiopia and other developing countries. Because of poor access to obstetrical services, these women often suffer severe trauma during childbirth resulting in fistulae (holes) between their bladder and/or vagina and rectum. They stink, their plight is tragic, and their injuries result in the loss of husband and family. They are ostracised by their village. They are worse than lepers and Job’s woes were minimal compared to those of these women.”

For the 1996/97 nomination, the club was fortunate in receiving some excellent coloured photographs from Clive Hewitt on the activities of the fistula hospital. John Cromie, the current chairman, produced reduced copies of a size suitable for inclusion in the text. The text was strengthened by letters from the Rotary Club of Gloucester, UK, which had presented Catherine with a Paul Harris Fellowship, and another from the Rotary Club of Halesowen, Birmingham, supporting our nomination. The Brisbane clubs allowed us to include also the building plans, extracted from the June 1996 newsletter, of their project to upgrade the theatres and teaching facilities in the fistula hospital. Their project was generously supported by a grant from the Australian Government. Subsequent to lodging the 1997 nomination, the committee received a supporting letter from Mr Rowan Nicks, formerly director of thoracic surgery at the Royal Alfred Hospital, Sydney. Mr Nicks is a director of the Hulme-Moir Medical Education Trust that supports the postgraduate education of medical people from third world countires. The trust has a high regard for the fistula hospital and sends selected gynaecologists there for training. Finally, the committee had obtained a copy of the second BBC documentary video, “The Outcasts”, produced in 1996, on the work of the Hamlins and their hospital, and included this in its submission. All told, this new submission was very attractive and the club had high hopes that Catherine would receive the award in 1998.83

Fundraising proved to be a much more difficult project. It took some months before the club could get the actual details of requirements for a 3H Award. Initially, it thought that it was a general funding award. However, the award has to be used specifically for educational and humanitarian purposes and must be a combined Rotary project with one of the clubs in the recipient’s community. Much time was spent in trying to raise money through “goods in kind” from New Zealand medical suppliers and drug firms. Noel Cantwell wrote to New Zealand drug firms but only one firm responded to his appeal by sending some very useful medical equipment. Letters and copies of the video were also sent to relevant major international medical suppliers overseas but with zero response. It was very disappointing but in retrospect perhaps not surprising. Through Graham Campbell the club held high hopes that it would be able to get very useful discarded equipment and instruments from the Central CHE as the result of their restructuring of medical services. Initially, negotiations seemed very promising but alas this source of goods also came to nought. Despite strenuous efforts by the subcommittee, it was never able to establish any working relationship with a club in Addis Ababa and the 3H project was abandoned. Nevertheless, some monies were raised through a mannequin parade organised by the partners of club members, a fundraising evening 83 We live under the same sky but we do not all have the same horizon.

Page 8088 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End projects for the International Service Committee of the club but it had much difficulty in obtaining details concerning the organisedAt the 20 Novemberby the Inner meeting, Wheel whenunder thePresident video wasJohn shown, Hubbard, and itthrough was resolved a garage to salerecommend organised to by the the club club. members that the conditions of these awards. WePalmerston are very North pleased club that sponsor Catherine a new Hamlin club in has this received area. This world matter recognition was discussed for her atwork the clubamong assembly the young on 17women March, which 1958 isagain so aptly chaired described by President in the Johnwords Hubbard. of Professor The Moir club of approvedOxford who unanimously said: the formation of a new club with the revised Besides the information which had already been accumulated on Catherine Hamlin and the fistula hospital, the committee “Nothingboundary linecan beingequal 100the gratitudeyards West of of the Albert woman St, runningwho, wearied from theby constantManawatu pain River and to desperate Richardson’s with Line. the realisation that received a supporting letter from Lord Coggan, a former Archbishop of Canterbury and through Dr John Crowley, her very presence is an offence to others, finds suddenly that life has been given her anew and that she has again become a Palmerston North, the use of a chapter from Dr Robert Zacharin’s textbook, “Obstetric Fistula”, in which he gave high citizenSo the ofnew the Provisional world.” Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present praise to the Hamlins. Thus, on 7 September, 1995, Jim Esson sent off a very presentable nomination document to JC member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Carrick, the RIdirector for the ANZO Region. The club was informed that the award was won by Mrs Sadako Odata of Imaginationthe first meeting and perseverancewas to be held were on 22the May,main 1958. qualities The of provisional club members induction who helpeddate was Terrace set for End7 July, to 1958,complete with aJack project Sylva Japan, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, but the club had good and encouraging feedback on its own worthto be the $US100,000. first president Not of many, the new if any,club. small provincial clubs have nominated the winner of the Rotary Award for World nomination. Understanding - an award that has been won by Pope Paul, President Jimmy Carter, Mother Theresa, President Nelson Mandela,At a meeting Fred on Hollows 29 May, etc. 1958, But athis number is what of Terrace recommendations End did during were the made years for 1993-1997. the conduct of the new club. Combined The 1995/96 International Committee with Jim Kerr as chairman decided to carry on the Hamlin project and renominate meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Catherine Hamlin for the Rotary Award for World Understanding. This time the sub-committee had considerable help the32. PalmerstonGROUP North MANAGEMENT Club should be detailed STUDY to attend SCHEME the Terrace 1995 End - weekly98 meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston from Ross Jones who was able to take coloured photographs off the BBC video and scan them into the text. The front North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. page was illustrated with a coloured photograph of the prize vase and of Catherine Hamlin. These improvements brought Mention has been made in the introduction to Decade Four of the Group Management Study Scheme that was initiated in 1995 by Jim Kerr and his committee. The aim of the scheme was to give selected local business people exposure to successful the document to life, making it look very attractive. Catherine did not win the award but we understood that she ran a 3.3 The Provisional Club very close second to Nelson Mandela, which was an achievement in itself. We were asked to nominate her for a third businesses in the area in order to review how they were managed so that they could improve their own management skills. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club time. This, the nominating committee agreed to do, but instead of just resubmitting its previous document it decided to Unfortunately, owing to a lack of applications for the first course the programme was cancelled in 1995. Nevertheless the of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, review the presentation. One matter that had become evident to the committee through discussions with many people, club had confidence that the scheme had great merit and would fill a gap in management education so it offered the course was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, especially men, was that they did not appreciate the stark reality of the condition. So the third submission opened with again in 1996. This was very successful. In view of its popularity with the participants in 1996, courses were offered again known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty this introduction. in 1997 and 1998 when the participants made very positive comments. In 1998, the Rotary Club of Terrace End was Lascellessupported of by Westshore, Massey University Napier. This with Rosswas an Jones appropriate from our choice club ofand speaker Prof Alanbecause Williams Monty and had MJTapp been a actingmember as of convenors. the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club “It is most unlikely that you will ever consider being injured in such a way that you have a permanent opening between Prof Williams gave a very encouraging talk to the club following the 1998 seminar, indicating his belief in the course and at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 84 your bladder and your rectum (ie fistula) so that the urine and faeces trickle down your legs 24 hours a day! Add to this that it could be run in conjunction with Massey University’s business courses. the difficulties of living in a remote village in a poor country with an inadequate water supply and not enough money to Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, buy even rags as diapers. You would stink greatly and be totally ostracised. Since the 1998 seminar, an in-depth analysis of the scheme by MJ Tapp of Massey University was made to evaluate the 1998Bulletin course Editor and and to makeRotary recommendations Information Officer, that might Lindsay improve Spencer the did course. just that. This He reportmade briefwill provemention very of valuable the speakers for future but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: “Yet this is precisely the misfortune of a sizable number of adolescent and young women in Ethiopia and other developing organisers of similar courses as it reviews the presentations by the company representatives and the acceptance of the course countries. Because of poor access to obstetrical services, these women often suffer severe trauma during childbirth resulting by the participants. It should certainly be read by all future organisers of future courses and the summary which follows The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ in fistulae (holes) between their bladder and/or vagina and rectum. They stink, their plight is tragic, and their injuries result will be of interest to all club members. in the loss of husband and family. They are ostracised by their village. They are worse than lepers and Job’s woes were The election of District Governors and their roles. minimal compared to those of these women.” The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. 32.1 MJ Tapp’s Summary Explanation of avenues of service. For the 1996/97 nomination, the club was fortunate in receiving some excellent coloured photographs from Clive Hewitt “The efforts of the Terrace End Rotary Club in creating and maintaining the Group Management Study Scheme must be What does membership of Rotary give its members? on the activities of the fistula hospital. John Cromie, the current chairman, produced reduced copies of a size suitable for applauded. The programme’s thrust is directed at a long term issue that most of rural New Zealand faces. By taking the inclusion in the text. The text was strengthened by letters from the Rotary Club of Gloucester, UK, which had presented initiativeDefining to rectify duties. the stagnant business environment in Palmerston North, The Terrace End Rotary Club is attempting to Catherine with a Paul Harris Fellowship, and another from the Rotary Club of Halesowen, Birmingham, supporting our turnRotary the city’s in Newbusiness Zealand. trends around. nomination. The Brisbane clubs allowed us to include also the building plans, extracted from the June 1996 newsletter, of Why Limited Classifications? their project to upgrade the theatres and teaching facilities in the fistula hospital. Their project was generously supported “TheWhat general is a Rotary feeling club? from this year’s participants was very supportive, with all participants indicating they got “good by a grant from the Australian Government. Subsequent to lodging the 1997 nomination, the committee received a value” from the programme. But as with any programme, there will always be room for improvement. The participants supporting letter from Mr Rowan Nicks, formerly director of thoracic surgery at the Royal Alfred Hospital, Sydney. Mr commentedThe ‘4 - onWay a numberTest’ as a ofmeasuring areas that stick, they etc. thought could improve the programme. These include: company speakers Nicks is a director of the Hulme-Moir Medical Education Trust that supports the postgraduate education of medical people diverged from stated topics; insufficient depth on the session subject; lack of interaction from programme members; no from third world countires. The trust has a high regard for the fistula hospital and sends selected gynaecologists there for young/newThe bulletin companies dated 19 Juneseen; includedand more a structurecommittee to theplan learningfor the clubprocess. as follows: training. Finally, the committee had obtained a copy of the second BBC documentary video, “The Outcasts”, produced in 1996, on the work of the Hamlins and their hospital, and included this in its submission. All told, this new submission “TheseBoard ofsuggestions Directors are all positive and they reflect that the participants enjoyed the programme and want more from it. was very attractive and the club had high hopes that Catherine would receive the award in 1998.83 “TheJack SylvaTerrace End Rotary Club should continueGeorge theStuart programme. BillThe Somerville Terrace End Rotary ClubLindsay should Spencer widen and deepen Fundraising proved to be a much more difficult project. It took some months before the club could get the actual details of the programme so both Palmerston North and the participants have more to gain from it. The Terrace End Rotary Club President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary requirements for a 3H Award. Initially, it thought that it was a general funding award. However, the award has to be used should consider widening its base of support for the programme to help enable the program to expand. specifically for educational and humanitarian purposes and must be a combined Rotary project with one of the clubs in the Directors recipient’s community. Much time was spent in trying to raise money through “goods in kind” from New Zealand medical With encouraging comments like this perhaps this could be an ongoing programme for some years to come. suppliers and drug firms. Noel Cantwell wrote to New Zealand drug firms but only one firm responded to his appeal by Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service sending some very useful medical equipment. Letters and copies of the video were also sent to relevant major international 33.Bill SomervilleSENIORNET 1996 Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart medical suppliers overseas but with zero response. It was very disappointing but in retrospect perhaps not surprising. Sometimes our club projects have been aimed at helping a specific group of people within our community and SeniorNet Through Graham Campbell the club held high hopes that it would be able to get very useful discarded equipment and Members instruments from the Central CHE as the result of their restructuring of medical services. Initially, negotiations seemed very was developed to do just that. In 1996 the Vocational Service Committee decided that its theme for the year should be promising but alas this source of goods also came to nought. Despite strenuous efforts by the subcommittee, it was never relatedBulletin to education. Lindsay Its members Spencer proposedRay thatAmer it should set up aBob series Burt of classes for seniorHarry citizens Craig to teach them how able to establish any working relationship with a club in Addis Ababa and the 3H project was abandoned. Nevertheless, to use computers. The success of the venture was immediate and this motivated the club to nominate it for the District Fellowship Harold Parlane85 Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell some monies were raised through a mannequin parade organised by the partners of club members, a fundraising evening Significant Achievement Award. 84 The secret of success is being more concerned about earning it than achieving it. 83 We live under the same sky but we do not all have the same horizon. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. 85 A crank is a man with a new idea until it catches on. Page 88 Page 138981 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018

33.1 A Little History An organisation called SeniorNet was set up in San Francisco in 1986 by May Furlong, a professor of education at the University of San Francisco, after her research found that older people were keen to learn about computers. We were fortunate that in our club we had a number of members, especially Ralph Robotham, Ross Jones, and Jim Kerr who were very computer-literate. With their knowledge of May Furlong’s organisation and the fact that SeniorNet had already come to New Zealand, members of our club contacted Dorothy Lomax, Telecom’s SeniorNet co-ordinator for New Zealand. She came to Palmerston North to attend a meeting in the seminar room at Ross and Barbara Jones’ computer shop. The next day, on 10 October, the group decided to call a public meeting to evaluate the local interest in establishing a branch of SeniorNet. An advertisement in the local newspaper calling a meeting of interested people attracted an enthusiastic response. Ross Jones chaired this meeting and of the 32 attending, 12 were members of our club. It was decided to proceed and to form a computer club for Palmerston North citizens in the 55-plus age bracket.

33.2 The Development in Palmerston North A steering committee, chaired by Ralph Robotham, was subsequently appointed to get a SeniorNet branch established in Palmerston North. Members of our club assisted the steering committee in gathering a dedicated team from the community that worked very hard in the ensuing months. Together the members found premises, procured equipment, and sought commercial sponsorship and support, and liaised with Telecom and other SeniorNet branches. In all these aspects they were very successful.

Sponsorship was sought from and generously given by: Telecom, AMP, Microsoft, Eastern and Central Trust, The New Zealand Lotteries Board, The Wellington branch of SeniorNet, Ubix, The Computer Shop, The Rotary Club of Terrace End.

Telecom generously donated • Four computers - 2 x 386 and 2 x 486 • $1500 • Two telephone lines for two years • 10 hours a month on the Internet for two years

Annette Nixon of the Adult Learning Centre made offices available for meetings while the committee sought more permanent premises. The committee explored several options for premises, before finally locating and negotiating the leasing of rooms in the AMP Building in the centre of the city. It is very grateful for the help Graham Hubbard gave at this time. AMP subsidised 75% of the annual rent. Microsoft donated all the software free of charge - valued at $3000. Eastern and Central Trust has been a most generous donor and has helped the club to get on its feet and to stay fully operational.

Through Annette Nixon, whose husband is a Rotarian, and in conjunction with the Adult Learning Centre, the committee applied to the New Zealand Lotteries Board for support. The Lotteries Board granted $5000 for suitable furnishings for the premises. Wellington SeniorNet made available course manuals for the Word Processing I and II classes.

Terrace End Rotarian, Ross Jones and his wife Barbara kindly donated two printers. The Rotary Club of Terrace End assisted with an establishment grant of $300, and by copying, printing, and collating all training manuals - and later by donating a high speed Hewlett Packard central printer valued at $1761.

The objectives of the club are: • to educate older people in computer skills in an enjoyable way • to offer means for seniors to communicate and make new friends through line networks by using current technologies • to involve members in all aspects of club activities, tutoring, demonstrating, initiating, leading and writing courses • to provide opportunities for the elderly to learn skills that will enable them to pass on to society their years of accumulated knowledge and wisdom • to conduct research on the use of technology by older adults • to do such things as are deemed necessary for the attainment of the above objectives

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33.1 A Little History At the33.2.1. 20 November Classes and meeting, Activities under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the An organisation called SeniorNet was set up in San Francisco in 1986 by May Furlong, a professor of education at the OnPalmerston 10 March, North 1997 club the sponsor first classesa new clubstarted in thisin area.Word ThisProcessing matter I. was Each discussed class learned, at the club studied assembly and practisedon 17 March, in weekly1958 University of San Francisco, after her research found that older people were keen to learn about computers. We were sessionsagain chaired of two by hoursPresident for Johna period Hubbard. of eight The weeks. club Initiallyapproved there unanimously were six classesthe formation with five of alearners new club in witheach the class. revised By fortunate that in our club we had a number of members, especially Ralph Robotham, Ross Jones, and Jim Kerr who were Octoberboundary 1998, line being there 100were yards nine West classes, of Alberteach of St, seven running or eight from learners, the Manawatu providing River studies to Richardson’s in the following Line. courses: word very computer-literate. With their knowledge of May Furlong’s organisation and the fact that SeniorNet had already come processing, database studies, communication activities, spreadsheet design, desktop publishing, file management and to New Zealand, members of our club contacted Dorothy Lomax, Telecom’s SeniorNet co-ordinator for New Zealand. InternetSo the new understanding Provisional andRotary operation. Club of With Terrace two End tutors was assigned formed, to interestingly each class this with programme John Hubbard, of classes father caters of for a presentalmost She came to Palmerston North to attend a meeting in the seminar room at Ross and Barbara Jones’ computer shop. The 80member learners Graham at a time. Hubbard86 , as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and next day, on 10 October, the group decided to call a public meeting to evaluate the local interest in establishing a branch the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva of SeniorNet. An advertisement in the local newspaper calling a meeting of interested people attracted an enthusiastic Atto bepresent, the first SeniorNet president plans of the to runnew eight-week club. courses on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of each week for four response. Ross Jones chaired this meeting and of the 32 attending, 12 were members of our club. It was decided to proceed terms of the year. Three courses are taught each day in two-hour sessions. Wednesdays are available for group activities, for and to form a computer club for Palmerston North citizens in the 55-plus age bracket. specialAt a meeting interests on and 29 forMay, club 1958, members a number who doof recommendationsnot own computers were to practice made for on the their conduct own. Onof the some new Wednesdays club. Combined in the monthmeetings the of club the holdsPalmerston three freeNorth lessons and forTerrace the very End new committees members were who tohave be noheld computer and one experience director and to introducethree members them toof 33.2 The Development in Palmerston North the Palmerstonbasics of the North medium. Club Other should Wednesdays be detailed areto attend classified the Terraceas club Enddays weeklywhen groupsmeetings. meet Lindsay to expand Spencer their, interestsa Palmerston or to North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. A steering committee, chaired by Ralph Robotham, was subsequently appointed to get a SeniorNet branch established learn new skills. These groups include those interested in genealogy, digital photography, designing knitting and hardanger in Palmerston North. Members of our club assisted the steering committee in gathering a dedicated team from the (embroidery) patterns, or those who simply wish to enquire about “how to do something”. 3.3 The Provisional Club community that worked very hard in the ensuing months. Together the members found premises, procured equipment, and sought commercial sponsorship and support, and liaised with Telecom and other SeniorNet branches. In all these In the33.2.2 first The bulletin Current dated Position 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club aspects they were very successful. Theof Terrace demand End in would the community take place athas the been Ross enormous. Intermediate It has School grown on from Monday, just 289 Junemembers at 5.45pm. in March The 1997 Principal, to 251 Frankin October Clift, was1998, one with of theall classes foundation filled membersand many of on the the club. waiting He list. also Byannounced the end of that the fourththe caterers term inwould 1998, be SeniorNetMr & Mrs tutors Christensen, will have Sponsorship was sought from and generously given by: Telecom, AMP, Microsoft, Eastern and Central Trust, The New knowntaught theas the equivalent Regal Caterers of over, and500 that students. each member At present would the pay organisation 4/6d. At this has first32 tutors, meeting some the ofspeaker whom wouldare often be involvedMr Monty Zealand Lotteries Board, The Wellington branch of SeniorNet, Ubix, The Computer Shop, The Rotary Club of Terrace Lascellesin learning of classesWestshore, of their Napier. own andThis then was teachingan appropriate a current choice crop of of speaker students. because The clubMonty encourages had been thosea member who ofhave the learnedRotary End. Clubfrom theof Palmerston various courses North to since volunteer December to teach 1944 in andsuccessive had been classes one afterof the a primesuitable movers period for of the training. formation The of administratorsthe new club 2 atview Terrace this action End before as providing he was atransferred continuing to involvement Napier. for members as well as providing opportunities for their becoming Telecom generously donated more proficient in the courses they have studied. The theme is “If you want to learn, then try teaching it”. • Four computers - 2 x 386 and 2 x 486 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but • $1500 As well as providing learning and teaching opportunities SeniorNet entitles members to gain access to a variety of courses, toconcentrated receive newsletters, on conveying which a continuouslygood deal of Rotaryinform Informationand update their to the knowledge, new members and tounder provide headings them suchwith as:opportunities of • Two telephone lines for two years obtaining current magazines and materials relevant to their studies. For the keen students, a library is being built up in the • 10 hours a month on the Internet for two years clubroomsThe distribution and as quickly of Rotary as the booksDistricts appear in NZ on the shelves they are being borrowed. The election of District Governors and their roles. Annette Nixon of the Adult Learning Centre made offices available for meetings while the committee sought more 33.3The SeniorNetmeaning of hasa Provisional achieved a greatClub todeal Terrace in two End. years permanent premises. The committee explored several options for premises, before finally locating and negotiating the It has raised $34,000 in goods, sponsorship and cash. It started with four second-hand computers and now has 11 new leasing of rooms in the AMP Building in the centre of the city. It is very grateful for the help Graham Hubbard gave at this Explanation of avenues of service. computers of which nine are in the classroom and two are in the “drop in” room. It uses Windows 98 or 95 for the current time. AMP subsidised 75% of the annual rent. What does membership of Rotary give its members? courses and MS Works 4.0 or 4.5 for Windows in the word processing, database and spreadsheet classes. Microsoft donated all the software free of charge - valued at $3000. Eastern and Central Trust has been a most generous Defining duties. donor and has helped the club to get on its feet and to stay fully operational. TheRotary committee in New has Zealand. replaced the first printers with a laser printer and a colour printer, bought a LAN scanner, established a sound financial position, and annually it adds to its reserves for the purchase of new machines. Through Annette Nixon, whose husband is a Rotarian, and in conjunction with the Adult Learning Centre, the committee Why Limited Classifications? applied to the New Zealand Lotteries Board for support. The Lotteries Board granted $5000 for suitable furnishings for What is a Rotary club? Fees and charges have been set. Membership fees are $40 annually. The charges are $35 for beginner courses and up to the premises. Wellington SeniorNet made available course manuals for the Word Processing I and II classes. $55The a term ‘4 -for Way the Test’advanced as a measuringcourses. Annualstick, etc. running costs are estimated to be $16,000. Terrace End Rotarian, Ross Jones and his wife Barbara kindly donated two printers. The Rotary Club of Terrace End MembersThe bulletin of ourdated Rotary 19 June club included should appreciatea committee the planenormous for the amountclub as follows: of work that Ralph Robotham and his committee assisted with an establishment grant of $300, and by copying, printing, and collating all training manuals - and later by have put in to making the SeniorNet a success. For more than two years Ralph has been Mr SeniorNet. In establishing the donating a high speed Hewlett Packard central printer valued at $1761. organisation,Board of Directors Ross Jones and his wife Barbara were vigorous workers and with Ralph, provided much of the technological knowledge that was essential for its development. Others from our Rotary club who have helped include Peter Pitman The objectives of the club are: -Jack newsletter Sylva editor, Colin Davey - auditor,George Jim Kerr Stuart - tutor, BruceBill Egarr Somerville - assistant treasurerLindsay and tutor, Spencer Barbara Jones - • to educate older people in computer skills in an enjoyable way secretary, Peter Inder - assistant secretary, Graham Hubbard - legal advisor, Graham Wilson - course notes compiler, Ted President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary • to offer means for seniors to communicate and make new friends through line networks by using current Valentine - name label provider and nameless others who have helped in various capacities, even as learners. technologies Directors • to involve members in all aspects of club activities, tutoring, demonstrating, initiating, leading and writing Despite this help the SeniorNet does not see its job as being fully met yet and would like to call on further assistance. The courses committeeClub Service plans to purchase some laptopVocational computers. Service These will Communityenable its tutors Service to go outInternational into the community Service to help those residents who are disabled and/or housebound. Our Rotary club’s role may yet be extended. • to provide opportunities for the elderly to learn skills that will enable them to pass on to society their years of Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart accumulated knowledge and wisdom Members • to conduct research on the use of technology by older adults 33.4 Conclusion • to do such things as are deemed necessary for the attainment of the above objectives TheBulletin Rotary Club of LindsayTerrace SpencerEnd has beenRay in Amera unique position to assistBob Burtin meeting an obviouslyHarry large Craig demand made by our senior population for computer literacy. Many founding members have very considerable expertise in the field, some haveFellowship useful business contactsHarold Parlaneand all have Tomthe ability Baker to organise thePeter establishment Caldwell of a communityBill Howell service of considerable

862 Every Obstacles Rotarian are whatis an youexample see if to you youth. take your eye off the goal.

Page 90 Page 139183 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 merit. Although this SeniorNet project did not win the District Significant Award it was one of which the club members were very proud to assist in establishing.87

34. THE SERGEANTS’ SESSIONS The Sergeant’s Sessions have always been a feature of the weekly meetings of the club. In the first two decades the sergeant aimed his charges at indiscretions committed by members, birth dates of members or their families, anniversaries, new cars, and trips away etc. Initially the sergeant was given the role for a year and as was usual for the Sergeant, stories and jokes punctuated the list of charges. People used to wonder where George Taylor and Mike Powell etc collected their source of jokes. Gradually the role of the sergeant changed to include more members so that the regular sergeant was given an apprentice as a “guest sergeant”. Later two sergeants were appointed for the year and then two different sergeants were named for each meeting. Currently a single sergeant is named for each meeting and this is a very good idea because each member can develop his own style and none has failed to make an impact. There are a few members who are happy to do any duty other than sergeant and we can respect their concerns and are happy to collect their fines.88

While sergeants searched for indiscretions it was easy, where some members were concerned, to fine the same members each week but it was very difficult to find out about the quieter members of the club. Hence sergeants introduced the idea of themes for the night so that each member had the opportunity of being fined. This allowed a great deal of variety and imagination to support the humorous part of the formal meeting. At one time the income from the Sergeant’s Sessions was treated as a windfall but when themes were introduced and everyone was fined each night, the session was seen as a part of the regular income of the club. The Board of Directors could then budget on an income of about $2000 a year from the Sergeant’s Sessions.

On 14 October, 1987 Malcolm Busch stood up at the microphone and said “Tonight history has been created. After 16 years, three months and 23 days I have been asked to be Sergeant. Hence, I am a virgin sergeant. First of all, I wish to fine all the past presidents for being afraid to ask me and promptly he fined the 12 past presidents who were present on the occasion. He then offered a prize to Vallis Peet the current president at that time, for his courage and vision in selecting Malcolm as a sergeant, and promptly paid into the fund himself.

Then he carried on. “Not having been asked to be sergeant for 16 years, three months and 23 days got me thinking. There must be lots of other jobs I have not done in Rotary.” Then he listed the jobs he had not occupied and fined the current holders of those positions. His third point was based on another of his thoughts. “During my 16 years, three months, and 23 days in Rotary I have paid $534.50 in fines. Now I am going to collect from those sergeants responsible.” Which is something that he did to all the past sergeants who were present. He concluded with his fourth thought that illustrated his versatile mind, eg the song leader Mike Cross, a chemist, led us in a song which referred to a “medicinal compound”. To Malcolm this displayed an unacceptable degree of advertising. Barry Gillespie and Ken Moody fitted into this category also for as menswear retailers they were fined for sporting shirts from the shelves of their shops. Even the DG’s rep, Eric Linklater, and his wife Trish were fined for accepting free meals. He also fined all the members who did not bring their wives on that Ladies’ Night as being miserably conservative.

Reg Bridewell provided a generous experience just before he left the club by subsidising the amount collected. Reg had promised this when he was nominated as Sergeant on his last night and the proceeds were to go to the Mike Hansen Trust. In an aggressive session, he raised $434 which he himself subsidised dollar for dollar and which the club matched dollar for dollar.

This led to a fund of over $1300 going to the Mike Hansen Trust and worked out at a little over $8 per member who was present. In the next bulletin, the editor suggested that those members who were absent from the meeting might like to contribute at the same rate. When the absent members paid their dues and Reg and the club subsidised their contributions the final donation to the Mike Hansen Fund was over $1500. At that time, one night’s Sergeant’s Session normally averaged out at $20.

Noel Smith was a regular and effective sergeant because his skill at comment while on his feet was superb. However, his style differed from most of the sergeants and while he sometimes took a vague theme for his session, most of them were based on indiscretions committed by members or apparent misdemeanours that he could dream up. Richard Bullock, our bulletin editor at the time, in attempting to summarise Noel’s session in the bulletin said: “Noel Smith would be the hardest Sergeant in the club to take notes from as he shoots very quickly and is inclined to change his line of fire before you really know who has been shot. I do know that his topic was rugby and that Secretary Sue copped several rounds for a certain amount of real or pretended ignorance about the Hurricanes (the local district rugby team playing in the Super 12 87 When looking for faults, use a mirror not a telescope. 88 There are two days about which we should never worry. Yesterday and Tomorrow.

Page 8492 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End merit. Although this SeniorNet project did not win the District Significant Award it was one of which the club members competition).At the 20 November As they meeting, are now under being President rather unfavourably John Hubbard, compared it was resolvedto the Warriors to recommend (the under-performing to the club members New Zealandthat the were very proud to assist in establishing.87 LeaguePalmerston team), North soon club none sponsor of us awill new admit club into this knowing area. Thisanything matter about was themdiscussed unless at theby clubsome assembly miracle theyon 17 demolish March, 1958the Blues.again chaired With his by triggerPresident finger John on Hubbard. automatic, The Noel club took approved great toll unanimously on members.” the formation of a new club with the revised 34. THE SERGEANTS’ SESSIONS boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 34.1 Father Christmas The Sergeant’s Sessions have always been a feature of the weekly meetings of the club. In the first two decades the sergeant So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present The Christmas party was never complete without a Father Christmas. Initially the Christmas party was for the children of aimed his charges at indiscretions committed by members, birth dates of members or their families, anniversaries, new cars, member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Rotarians when a Father Christmas distributed gifts to each child. Through the years, Fred Stuart, and Theo Cuff, dressed and trips away etc. Initially the sergeant was given the role for a year and as was usual for the Sergeant, stories and jokes the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva up to the nines, “Ho Ho Ho-ed” their ways into the Chalet, usually to the delight of the kids. However, on one occasion punctuated the list of charges. People used to wonder where George Taylor and Mike Powell etc collected their source to be the first president of the new club. of jokes. Gradually the role of the sergeant changed to include more members so that the regular sergeant was given an Theo distressed some of the young ones who burst into tears. The advent of Father Christmas was signalled by a member who saw Santa arriving at the Chalet in a vintage car. When Santa had to swagger in with gifts for 80 children, the task apprentice as a “guest sergeant”. Later two sergeants were appointed for the year and then two different sergeants were At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined named for each meeting. Currently a single sergeant is named for each meeting and this is a very good idea because each had become immense. By this time some of the children were getting older so an age restriction had to be imposed on the meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held89 and one director and three members of member can develop his own style and none has failed to make an impact. There are a few members who are happy to do recipients. But it was not long before grandchildren became part of the scene. 88 the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston any duty other than sergeant and we can respect their concerns and are happy to collect their fines. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. As the numbers of children declined it became an event solely for the Rotarians and their partners. Each pair brought gifts While sergeants searched for indiscretions it was easy, where some members were concerned, to fine the same members that were deposited in a bag and Santa distributed them after the meal. To make the scene even different it was decided to 3.3 The Provisional Club each week but it was very difficult to find out about the quieter members of the club. Hence sergeants introduced the idea introduce Christmas fairies to distribute the gifts and two members in gauzy costumes with platinum wigs and one minus of themes for the night so that each member had the opportunity of being fined. This allowed a great deal of variety and dentures,In the first proved bulletin to bedated as good 4 June, as kissable1958, Lindsaybunnies. Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club imagination to support the humorous part of the formal meeting. At one time the income from the Sergeant’s Sessions was of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, treated as a windfall but when themes were introduced and everyone was fined each night, the session was seen as a part of wasLater one it becameof the foundation the practice members to bring of gifts the of club. foodstuffs He also that announced were deposited that the under caterers the would Christmas be Mr tree & andMrs Christensen,when all were the regular income of the club. The Board of Directors could then budget on an income of about $2000 a year from the knowncollected as the the supply Regal Catererswas offered, and to that the each food member bank in wouldthe city. pay So 4/6d. the thread At this of firstchange meeting became the the speaker norm aswould the clubbe Mrmembers Monty Sergeant’s Sessions. Lascellesaged, as the of Westshore,need to diversify Napier. became This evidentwas an appropriate and as the needschoice ofof somespeaker in thebecause community Monty becamehad been apparent. a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 On 14 October, 1987 Malcolm Busch stood up at the microphone and said “Tonight history has been created. After 16 at35. Terrace WORKING End before BEEShe was transferred to Napier. years, three months and 23 days I have been asked to be Sergeant. Hence, I am a virgin sergeant. First of all, I wish to At various times the club members have been involved in working bees which were characterised by two facets: the fine all the past presidents for being afraid to ask me and promptly he fined the 12 past presidents who were present on the Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, fellowship of co-operating to complete a project beneficial to the community, and knowing that many in the community occasion. He then offered a prize to Vallis Peet the current president at that time, for his courage and vision in selecting Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but would benefit from it. In the early years when members were younger, the manual working bee provided the opportunity Malcolm as a sergeant, and promptly paid into the fund himself. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: to complete something useful for a community but as members grow older and their vocational interests adapt, the

working bees have changed in character.90 Then he carried on. “Not having been asked to be sergeant for 16 years, three months and 23 days got me thinking. There The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Vern Toms relates that when he joined the Rotary Club of Terrace End, Jack Sylva a past president said to Vern. “Join the must be lots of other jobs I have not done in Rotary.” Then he listed the jobs he had not occupied and fined the current clubThe at Terrace election End of andDistrict learn Governors to become and a theirnavvy”, roles. and working bees of a physical nature were characteristic of the first holders of those positions. His third point was based on another of his thoughts. “During my 16 years, three months, and decades.The Asmeaning the club of a membersProvisional aged Club the to working Terrace beesEnd. ultimately included large numbers of members being employed in 23 days in Rotary I have paid $534.50 in fines. Now I am going to collect from those sergeants responsible.” Which is supervisory roles such as at the mini-bikes, at the gala day, at Top School and at computer sports etc. However, there were something that he did to all the past sergeants who were present. He concluded with his fourth thought that illustrated Explanation of avenues of service. occasions when club members returned to manual activities. These included painting and concreting at St Pat’s, building his versatile mind, eg the song leader Mike Cross, a chemist, led us in a song which referred to a “medicinal compound”. What does membership of Rotary give its members? the Hokowhitu School sandpit, erecting a fence and painting a house in Campbell Street for the refugees, painting Brown To Malcolm this displayed an unacceptable degree of advertising. Barry Gillespie and Ken Moody fitted into this category HouseDefining on two duties. occasions, painting a house in Rangiora Avenue, preparing the sites for the children’s playground in the also for as menswear retailers they were fined for sporting shirts from the shelves of their shops. Even the DG’s rep, Eric Esplanade,Rotary inand New shovelling Zealand. sheep manure during the fertiliser drives. Linklater, and his wife Trish were fined for accepting free meals. He also fined all the members who did not bring their Why Limited Classifications? wives on that Ladies’ Night as being miserably conservative. WhenWhat some is a of Rotary these club?tasks were being undertaken a few members had the enterprise to photograph the workers and the photographs now provide the opportunity to recall the fun and the incidents of each occasion. Reg Bridewell provided a generous experience just before he left the club by subsidising the amount collected. Reg had The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. promised this when he was nominated as Sergeant on his last night and the proceeds were to go to the Mike Hansen Trust. 35.1 Hokowhitu School - 1980 In an aggressive session, he raised $434 which he himself subsidised dollar for dollar and which the club matched dollar The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: for dollar. Ian Peach was principal of the Hokowhitu Primary School and represented the primary teaching service in our club. He and his school committee had always been very generous in providing the school grounds and school hall for events and This led to a fund of over $1300 going to the Mike Hansen Trust and worked out at a little over $8 per member who was functionsBoard of Directorswhen we needed the facilities that his school could provide. We used the school as a book collection depot in 1972, as a casino in April 1983, and as a site for a garage sale in May 1983. When Ian suggested that his school needed present. In the next bulletin, the editor suggested that those members who were absent from the meeting might like to Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer contribute at the same rate. When the absent members paid their dues and Reg and the club subsidised their contributions a sandpit, the club thought of that as an ideal opportunity to involve club members in a physical and practical working the final donation to the Mike Hansen Fund was over $1500. At that time, one night’s Sergeant’s Session normally bee.President This project was completed over a Treasurerfive-week period, whichVice-President was excellent as the workersSecretary spent only one day a week averaged out at $20. on the job. Colin Barkwith and Brian Tong directed their team of amateurs in the skills of shovelling, boxing and concretingDirectors and when the topping up ceremony was held on 14 April, 1980, all were very happy with their efforts. It is not reported whether or not a bottle of champagne was cracked over its bows, but both the school and the club applauded the Noel Smith was a regular and effective sergeant because his skill at comment while on his feet was superb. However, his Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service style differed from most of the sergeants and while he sometimes took a vague theme for his session, most of them were project. Those participants revealed that their apprenticeship had not been in vain when it came to preparing the bases for based on indiscretions committed by members or apparent misdemeanours that he could dream up. Richard Bullock, equipmentBill Somerville in the Esplanade Playground severalNeil Turnbull years later. Merv Dymock George Stuart our bulletin editor at the time, in attempting to summarise Noel’s session in the bulletin said: “Noel Smith would be the Members hardest Sergeant in the club to take notes from as he shoots very quickly and is inclined to change his line of fire before 35.2 Potatoes - 1985 you really know who has been shot. I do know that his topic was rugby and that Secretary Sue copped several rounds for a OftenBulletin this was regardedLindsay as a good Spencer way to Rayimprove Amer the unity of the clubBob andBurt to make some money.Harry Again,Craig Vern Toms tells certain amount of real or pretended ignorance about the Hurricanes (the local district rugby team playing in the Super 12 of the time when he and Bernie Child drove the trucks, which Bernie provided, to collect the bags of potatoes the club 87 When looking for faults, use a mirror not a telescope. Fellowship89 The value ofHarold life lies Parlane not in the lengthTom of Baker its days but in the usePeter we makeCaldwell of them. Bill Howell 88 There are two days about which we should never worry. Yesterday and Tomorrow. 902 Every You drawRotarian nothing is an out example of the to bank youth. of life except what you deposit in it.

Page 92 Page 139385 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 members had dug and harvested. It was getting late in the afternoon as they drove the heavily laden trucks from the Opiki area back to the city. On their return trip both were stopped by traffic cops, who found that they were overloaded. There is no account of this in the bulletins, nor did Vern complete his story but one would guess that as it was a community type charitable project the pair would have been let off with a caution.

In the mid-80s, selling bags of Rua potatoes seemed an attractive way to raise funds. It appears that in earlier years there was a good deal of physical effort involved but in later years the task appeared to be easier. The day of the mechanical digger and student pickers meant that our role became one of the “middleman”- one who could find a market. In July 1985 the bulletin editor advertised 200 bags for sale at $5 a bag and the promise to deliver them on 17 August. As this must have been successful it was part of our fund raising programme for the next two years. David Drake seemed to have organised this because in 1986 we were advised to pick the bags up at his home in Victoria Avenue. In 1987 the potatoes were advertised at $7.50 but it appeared that they did not sell as well as they might have. We have two reasons for saying this. First of all David Drake had to be convinced on 22 May, 1987 that his winning prize in the weekly raffle was a bag of potatoes and secondly the potatoes were later advertised as costing $6 a bag.

This appears to be the last time that we dealt in potatoes but a later challenge seemed to have come in acquiring and distributing fertiliser around the city.

35.3 Esplanade Playground - 1988 The Palmerston North City Council drew up plans to upgrade and replace some of the playground equipment for young children in one area of the Esplanade and approached our club to see if it would be interested in taking it on as a project. The work entailed making a set of four swings, two seesaws, a fairy ring with toadstools, a slide, and adventure climbing area and reconditioning the rocking boat. In early 1988 working bees, all of which were very well supported by club members, were commenced. First of all, the members prepared the concrete pads for the equipment. Ted Valentine was appointed “boss” of works and under his direction and enthusiasm the club members prepared the sites and erected the equipment. Ted, a structural engineer in practice and at heart, designed the equipment and in his workshop constructed it while the club paid for the materials. It is estimated that Ted gave over 200 hours of voluntary labour, as well as donating much of the material in the construction of the swings, slides and climbing frames. The project was completed and handed over to the council in April 1988. The cost to the club was approximately $8000 and everyone was satisfied with the club’s involvement. Ted gets the greatest of pleasure reflecting on his photographs of the project but gets more pleasure as he strolls through the Esplanade, seeing kids using the apparatus.91 Building the sand pit at Hokowhitu School Building the Esplanade equipment in the children’s playground. The finished project at the Esplanade.

35.4 Gala Day - 1988 In 1988 the Palmerston North City Council asked our club to join with other organisations in the city in holding an eventful day in the Esplanade. The club agreed and ran a number of entertainments. As Taihape had successfully run a gumboot throwing exercise the club thought that we could copy that. Alan Caddick, then manager of Hannahs, helped us with the prizes for the gumboot throwing and Bruce Markwell and his team supervised the competition. We had never imagined Bruce as a “barker” but he became quite involved in the exercise and thoroughly enjoyed himself. Nick Thomson, Bill Nairne and Rob Brownlee ran a candyfloss machine and were so impressed with it that at one time they persuaded the club to consider buying such a machine. It appears that their argument was not persuasive enough. Of course we barbecued sausages because this is what our cooks, David Cordery and Paul Gregg, were good at. Richard Bullock and Bob Burns advertised the bridge booklets and many others helped at each stall. At least 50% of the club members were involved in supporting the club’s efforts at the Gala Day in the Esplanade. One innovation was the pillow fight contest that was designed to attract competitors just to have a go for the fun of it. No competition was considered. Ted Valentine constructed a wonderful “pillow fighting” frame and the event attracted much comment. The disappointing outcome was that it was only children who competed and no adults attempted the pillow fight, except Mike Cross and one other. As a consequence of our participation we raised about $800 during the day.

35.5 Manure Drives - 1990 Often the club sought opportunities to raise funds to donate to the charitable requests that it received. A source of manure for gardeners in the city proved to be an opportunity to raise the money and to involve the members in activities that were normally outside their usual pursuits.

Brian Tong seemed to have had a source of sheep manure because his name was associated with the manure drives which have been referred to more genteelly in some bulletins as fertiliser drives. In 1989 his committee advertised the fertiliser 91 When in charge meditate. When in doubt, mumble. When in difficulties, delegate.

Page 8694 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End members had dug and harvested. It was getting late in the afternoon as they drove the heavily laden trucks from the Opiki wouldAt the 20be soldNovember for $4 ameeting, bag or three under bags President for $10. John Three Hubbard, weeks laterit was at resolvedthe end toof recommendAugust it was to announced the club members that all thathad beenthe area back to the city. On their return trip both were stopped by traffic cops, who found that they were overloaded. There soldPalmerston and that North we had club made sponsor $850. a new As clubthis inwas this quite area. a goodThis returnmatter forwas a discussedmorning’s at work, the club it was assembly decided on to17 repeat March, it next1958 is no account of this in the bulletins, nor did Vern complete his story but one would guess that as it was a community type year.again chairedOne of bythe President club’s good John friends Hubbard. was Eric The Linklater club approved who later unanimously became District the formation Governor of and a new Eric club directed with theus torevised one charitable project the pair would have been let off with a caution. ofboundary his neighbours line being in Taonui100 yards Rd. West This of seemed Albert St,to runninghave been from a springtime the Manawatu occupation River tobecause Richardson’s in August Line. 1990 the call came again for volunteers. The work force was formed and the task completed. At the end of August we were advised that 150 In the mid-80s, selling bags of Rua potatoes seemed an attractive way to raise funds. It appears that in earlier years there bagsSo the remained new Provisional but these Rotarywere soon Club disposed of Terrace of. EndMention was formed,is made ininterestingly the bulletin with of theJohn club’s Hubbard, gratitude father to five of a presentmembers was a good deal of physical effort involved but in later years the task appeared to be easier. The day of the mechanical butmember in the Graham photographs Hubbard in our, as possessionPresident ofwe the can Palmerston count another North 11 Rotary members. Club. It looksThe asnew if atclub least had a quarter22 initial of themembers club wasand digger and student pickers meant that our role became one of the “middleman”- one who could find a market. In July involvedthe first flexingmeeting theirwas to musclesbe held in onthe 22 exercise. May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 1985 the bulletin editor advertised 200 bags for sale at $5 a bag and the promise to deliver them on 17 August. As this to be the first president of the new club. must have been successful it was part of our fund raising programme for the next two years. David Drake seemed to have Having friends near Colyton, Kiwitea, and Tiakitahuna, helped us in our fund raising programmes but it also helped those organised this because in 1986 we were advised to pick the bags up at his home in Victoria Avenue. In 1987 the potatoes farmersAt a meeting to have on an 29 enthusiastic May, 1958, workforce a number to of clean recommendations out their shearing were sheds. made Afor simpler the conduct way of of engaging the new our club. members Combined in a were advertised at $7.50 but it appeared that they did not sell as well as they might have. We have two reasons for saying jointmeetings exercise of the appeared Palmerston to be Northin a supervisory and Terrace role End and committees this presented were itself to bein heldthe Top and School one director project. and three members of this. First of all David Drake had to be convinced on 22 May, 1987 that his winning prize in the weekly raffle was a bag the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston of potatoes and secondly the potatoes were later advertised as costing $6 a bag. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

This appears to be the last time that we dealt in potatoes but a later challenge seemed to have come in acquiring and 3.3 The Provisional Club distributing fertiliser around the city. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 35.3 Esplanade Playground - 1988 was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, The Palmerston North City Council drew up plans to upgrade and replace some of the playground equipment for young known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Building the sand pit at Hokowhitu School children in one area of the Esplanade and approached our club to see if it would be interested in taking it on as a project. Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary The work entailed making a set of four swings, two seesaws, a fairy ring with toadstools, a slide, and adventure climbing Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club area and reconditioning the rocking boat. In early 1988 working bees, all of which were very well supported by club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 members, were commenced. First of all, the members prepared the concrete pads for the equipment. Ted Valentine was appointed “boss” of works and under his direction and enthusiasm the club members prepared the sites and erected the Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, equipment. Ted, a structural engineer in practice and at heart, designed the equipment and in his workshop constructed it Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but while the club paid for the materials. It is estimated that Ted gave over 200 hours of voluntary labour, as well as donating concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: much of the material in the construction of the swings, slides and climbing frames. The project was completed and handed over to the council in April 1988. The cost to the club was approximately $8000 and everyone was satisfied with the club’s The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ involvement. Ted gets the greatest of pleasure reflecting on his photographs of the project but gets more pleasure as The election of District Governors and their roles. he strolls through the Esplanade, seeing kids using the apparatus.91 Building the sand pit at Hokowhitu School The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Building the Esplanade equipment in the children’s playground. Explanation of avenues of service. The finished project at the Esplanade. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. 35.4 Gala Day - 1988 Rotary in New Zealand. In 1988 the Palmerston North City Council asked our club to join with other organisations in the city in holding an Why Limited Classifications? Building the Esplanade equipment in the eventful day in the Esplanade. The club agreed and ran a number of entertainments. As Taihape had successfully run a children’s playground. gumboot throwing exercise the club thought that we could copy that. Alan Caddick, then manager of Hannahs, helped What is a Rotary club? us with the prizes for the gumboot throwing and Bruce Markwell and his team supervised the competition. We had never The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. imagined Bruce as a “barker” but he became quite involved in the exercise and thoroughly enjoyed himself. Nick Thomson, Bill Nairne and Rob Brownlee ran a candyfloss machine and were so impressed with it that at one time they persuaded The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: the club to consider buying such a machine. It appears that their argument was not persuasive enough. Of course we barbecued sausages because this is what our cooks, David Cordery and Paul Gregg, were good at. Richard Bullock and Board of Directors Bob Burns advertised the bridge booklets and many others helped at each stall. At least 50% of the club members were involved in supporting the club’s efforts at the Gala Day in the Esplanade. One innovation was the pillow fight contest Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer that was designed to attract competitors just to have a go for the fun of it. No competition was considered. Ted Valentine constructed a wonderful “pillow fighting” frame and the event attracted much comment. The disappointing outcome was President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary that it was only children who competed and no adults attempted the pillow fight, except Mike Cross and one other. As a Directors consequence of our participation we raised about $800 during the day. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 35.5 Manure Drives - 1990 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Often the club sought opportunities to raise funds to donate to the charitable requests that it received. A source of manure The finished project at the Esplanade. for gardeners in the city proved to be an opportunity to raise the money and to involve the members in activities that were Members normally outside their usual pursuits. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Brian Tong seemed to have had a source of sheep manure because his name was associated with the manure drives which Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell have been referred to more genteelly in some bulletins as fertiliser drives. In 1989 his committee advertised the fertiliser 91 When in charge meditate. When in doubt, mumble. When in difficulties, delegate. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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35.6 Top School - 1990 Top School is now a well-established annual project for the Rotary Club of Terrace End. The concept came originally from our own Rotaract Club and was first held on 11 March, 1990 when the Rotaractors needed 38 members to help them. Its members ran it with considerable help from other Rotaract clubs and from us as a one-off joint venture. Due to much work by Sarah Treble and Richard Bullock, the event was such a success that the following year our Rotary club picked up the project, developed eight brand-new games and expanded the whole concept. From small beginnings the event grew and now caters for 800 to 900 children from our local primary and intermediate schools.

McDonalds has been the event sponsor from 1991 and local schools now have the competition on their sporting calendars. Two Rotary clubs, one in Wellington and another in Auckland, have copied the idea and introduced some concepts of their own but our club has sustained the project longer than anyone else.92

Top School had not been designed to be a fundraiser for Rotary as all the sponsor’s money was put back into the schools as prizes. Costs of running the event and the sum spent annually on equipment tended to absorb any other revenue that the event attracted. Top School still has a high profile in the community, however, and provides a lot of fun for both competitors and spectators. The emphasis is definitely on participation and enjoyment but competition is also extremely keen. It is a colourful day because of all the children and their supporters and because of all the Rotary signs that have been prepared for the site. Colin Barkwith produced some large bold yellow discs to identify each game and these on the broad Hokowhitu School grounds make the whole scene an attractive one.

The games are modified each year so that the competitors are challenged by a new set of circumstances for which they have been unable to practise during the year. However, one game is the favourite of all competitors and is repeated each year. This game is the water slide. It is a straight out speed relay in which the thrill lies in the downhill slide on polythene sheets made slippery with water and detergent. The kids love getting wet and muddy.

Paddy Doyle who bought the McDonalds franchise in Palmerston North, has been a loyal supporter of Top School. He said that this was the age group that came into his shop and that he was pleased to be associated with it. On the day of the event a number of his staff members attend and they supply the contestants with free orange drink. During the day our club heats up the BBQ and we sell hot sausages to the competitors and supporters to help cover the additional costs. However, the end of the day is always welcomed by the Rotarians and their helpers because that is when they can enjoy the remaining sausages and the conviviality of the occasion.

At one time consideration was given to widening the concept to include other Rotary clubs in our district. The idea was that we should solicit the support of other clubs to conduct a set of games that we would devise. The winners in each Rotary district would come to Palmerston North to participate in the finals that we would conduct. The idea has some merit but has not come into fruition yet. Maybe some time in the future.

92 Those who can, do. Those who can’t, write the instructions.

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35.6 Top School - 1990 At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Top School is now a well-established annual project for the Rotary Club of Terrace End. The concept came originally from Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 our own Rotaract Club and was first held on 11 March, 1990 when the Rotaractors needed 38 members to help them. again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Its members ran it with considerable help from other Rotaract clubs and from us as a one-off joint venture. Due to much boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. work by Sarah Treble and Richard Bullock, the event was such a success that the following year our Rotary club picked up the project, developed eight brand-new games and expanded the whole concept. From small beginnings the event grew So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present and now caters for 800 to 900 children from our local primary and intermediate schools. Topmember Schools Graham held Hubbard at Hokowhitu, as President School of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and fromthe first 1990 meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva McDonalds has been the event sponsor from 1991 and local schools now have the competition on their sporting calendars. to be the first president of the new club. Two Rotary clubs, one in Wellington and another in Auckland, have copied the idea and introduced some concepts of their own but our club has sustained the project longer than anyone else.92 At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Top School had not been designed to be a fundraiser for Rotary as all the sponsor’s money was put back into the schools the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston as prizes. Costs of running the event and the sum spent annually on equipment tended to absorb any other revenue that North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. the event attracted. Top School still has a high profile in the community, however, and provides a lot of fun for both competitors and spectators. The emphasis is definitely on participation and enjoyment but competition is also extremely 3.3 The Provisional Club keen. It is a colourful day because of all the children and their supporters and because of all the Rotary signs that have been In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club prepared for the site. Colin Barkwith produced some large bold yellow discs to identify each game and these on the broad of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Hokowhitu School grounds make the whole scene an attractive one. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty The games are modified each year so that the competitors are challenged by a new set of circumstances for which they have Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary been unable to practise during the year. However, one game is the favourite of all competitors and is repeated each year. Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Rotarian Jim Esson supervising a game This game is the water slide. It is a straight out speed relay in which the thrill lies in the downhill slide on polythene sheets at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 made slippery with water and detergent. The kids love getting wet and muddy. during Top Schools Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Paddy Doyle who bought the McDonalds franchise in Palmerston North, has been a loyal supporter of Top School. He Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but said that this was the age group that came into his shop and that he was pleased to be associated with it. On the day of concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: the event a number of his staff members attend and they supply the contestants with free orange drink. During the day our club heats up the BBQ and we sell hot sausages to the competitors and supporters to help cover the additional costs. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ However, the end of the day is always welcomed by the Rotarians and their helpers because that is when they can enjoy the The election of District Governors and their roles. remaining sausages and the conviviality of the occasion. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. At one time consideration was given to widening the concept to include other Rotary clubs in our district. The idea was Explanation of avenues of service. that we should solicit the support of other clubs to conduct a set of games that we would devise. The winners in each What does membership of Rotary give its members? Rotary district would come to Palmerston North to participate in the finals that we would conduct. The idea has some Defining duties. merit but has not come into fruition yet. Maybe some time in the future. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? AlanThe Caddick ‘4 - Waysupervising Test’ as aa gamemeasuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors 35.7 Computer Sports - 1994 Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service The Top School had challenged the children’s athletic skills so the club turned its attention to activities that challenged their mentalBill Somerville abilities. With the advent of computersNeil Turnbull and with some of ourMerv members Dymock skilled in usingGeorge computers Stuart it was decided to run “Computer Games” for teams of children from the local primary and intermediate schools. Members Ross and Barbara Jones supervised the running of the games in their computer shop in 1994 and 1995 and in 1997 the Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig event was transferred to the Hokowhitu School Hall. Teams of five students were entered by the interested schools and eachFellowship team completedHarold a number Parlane of computerTom tasks Baker which were preparedPeter inCaldwell computer programs.Bill HowellEach team was given 30 minutes at the computers during which each team member spent five minutes at each game. After 25 minutes the team 92 Those who can, do. Those who can’t, write the instructions. members2 Everyassembled Rotarian at oneis an computer example to station youth. to complete a group task.

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The roles of the Rotarians were to inform the students of the requirements of each game, to direct them to the next computer task and to record the performances of each member in the teams. The Rotarians were not required to be computer experts but it helped if they were to some degree, computer-literate. The popularity of the games has increased each year and in 1997, 11 out of the maximum 12 entries were received within two days of the application forms reaching each school. It was interesting to note that all the entries were from primary schools and that the intermediate schools missed out in the opportunity to compete. With the technological changes that are continually being experienced modified or more complex competition looks to be a feature of future computer games.93

36. CHANGING CLASSIFICATIONS It is interesting to compare the classifications that were held by charter members of the club in 1958 with those being held by current members in 1998.94 The following is the list of 1958 classifications:

Drug distributing Woollen goods manufacturing China wholesale Medicine - Physician Education intermediate Education secondary* Aerial top-dressing Joinery manufacturing Meat retailing Men’s clothing retail Men’s clothing retail Drapery retailing* Religion - Anglican Hardware retail Dry cleaning Concrete products Dentistry* Gas service Pharmacy * * * * Grocery retailing Painting & decorating Flour manufacturing Hardware retailing Building contracting Iron and steel distributing

The asterisks indicate that those are the classifications that are still held in some form in 1998.

In the intervening 40 years, Palmerston North has become the home of a number of supermarkets, which has affected the retailing trades. It has also become the home of a number of educational institutions and science centres as it keeps pace with the changing technological scene. Hence the city has been named as the “Knowledge City”. While no one represented Massey University in 1958, today many members, eg Bill Johnston, Paul Gregg, Norman Marr, Jim Esson, Jim Kerr, Don Barnes, Bob Hodgson, Alan Gillingham, Eddie Eggers, Peter Inder and Ralph Robotham have held classifications that have stemmed from aspects of the local tertiary education and research sectors.

The following classifications indicate the variety of occupations created by the education expansion and the technological revolution.

Education: Special education - psychology Soil science Primary education Secondary education Teacher education University administration Computer sales - education University technology Information Engineer

Research & Technology: Scientific liaison Consulting engineer Engineering systems Civil engineering contracts Environmental engineer Soil fertility research Dairy farm administration.

37. TOWARDS 2010 David Forrest, as facilitator, conducted two very important seminars on May 28 and June 24, 1998 when we looked at some fundamental questions concerning our club. The following is Richard Bullock’s summary of the first meeting: • Why are we in Rotary? • What do we think is good about our club and what are our problems? 93 When it comes to deciding what to do with our weight, perhaps we should pull it rather than throw it around. 94 An opportunist is someone when finding himself in hot water decides to take a bath.

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The roles of the Rotarians were to inform the students of the requirements of each game, to direct them to the next computer At the• 20 NovemberWhat is the meeting, glue that under bonds President us together? John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the task and to record the performances of each member in the teams. The Rotarians were not required to be computer experts Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 but it helped if they were to some degree, computer-literate. The popularity of the games has increased each year and in Inagain looking chaired at theby Presidentnegatives Johnand positivesHubbard. it wasThe interesting club approved to see unanimously that what many the formationsaw as positives, of a new were club also with seen the by revised some 1997, 11 out of the maximum 12 entries were received within two days of the application forms reaching each school. It asboundary negative line features being of 100 our yards club. West Clearly of Albert we have St, torunning reach somefrom fundamentalthe Manawatu agreements River to Richardson’s or at least compromises Line. in terms was interesting to note that all the entries were from primary schools and that the intermediate schools missed out in the of what we want and expect from Rotary before we can move on and make what we have more universally attractive to opportunity to compete. With the technological changes that are continually being experienced modified or more complex membersSo the new and Provisional to future members.Rotary Club David of Terrace gave us End a start was along formed, the wayinterestingly and it is nowwith urgentJohn Hubbard, that we pick father things of a up present from competition looks to be a feature of future computer games.93 wheremember we Graham are, get Hubbardsome agreements, as President and develop of the Palmerston an action plan. North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 36. CHANGING CLASSIFICATIONS Davidto be the has first left uspresident with two of keythe questionsnew club. to ponder: It is interesting to compare the classifications that were held by charter members of the club in 1958 with those being held • What do you think the club will be like in the year 2010? 94 At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined by current members in 1998. meetings• ofWhat the Palmerston are the key North actions and the Terrace club mustEnd committeesmake and thewere key to objectivesbe held and it mustone director pursue andif this three vision members is to beof The following is the list of 1958 classifications: the Palmerstonrealised? North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Drug distributing Woollen goods manufacturing China wholesale The collective list of members’ responses covered a wide range of suggestions for further discussion. Medicine - Physician Education intermediate Education secondary* 3.3 The Provisional Club • Establish bridging membership group to eventually target younger groups of members Aerial top-dressing Joinery manufacturing Meat retailing In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club • Develop a marketing strategy/committee Men’s clothing retail Men’s clothing retail Drapery retailing* of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, • Initiate a high profile project or two Religion - Anglican Hardware retail Dry cleaning was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known• as theInvite Regal a varietyCaterers of, andspeakers- that each top speakersmember towould be given pay 4/6d. time to At deal this withfirst a meetingtopic the speaker would be Mr Monty Concrete products Dentistry* Gas service Lascelles• ofRework Westshore, membership Napier. This development was an appropriate plan choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Pharmacy * * * * Grocery retailing Painting & decorating Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club • Consider a later starting time of 6-6.30pm to cater for longer working hours Flour manufacturing Hardware retailing Building contracting at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 • Create district-wide promotional programme for Rotary Iron and steel distributing Subsequent• Gear bulletins meetings were towardsdesigned personal to inform development members on and Rotary business matters skills and development with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, The asterisks indicate that those are the classifications that are still held in some form in 1998. Bulletin• EditorProvide and alternate Rotary Information (associate) categories Officer, ofLindsay membership Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated• Maintain on conveying a permanent a good and deal active of Rotary welcoming Information committee to the at new meetings members to entertain/introduce under headings such guests as: In the intervening 40 years, Palmerston North has become the home of a number of supermarkets, which has affected the • Develop a balanced programme of activities with a high degree of public awareness, which will attract new The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ retailing trades. It has also become the home of a number of educational institutions and science centres as it keeps pace members with the changing technological scene. Hence the city has been named as the “Knowledge City”. While no one represented The election of District Governors and their roles. • Undertake market research to determine the community’s needs Massey University in 1958, today many members, eg Bill Johnston, Paul Gregg, Norman Marr, Jim Esson, Jim Kerr, Don The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Barnes, Bob Hodgson, Alan Gillingham, Eddie Eggers, Peter Inder and Ralph Robotham have held classifications that have • Ensure projects are self-funding by budgeting and planning Explanation of avenues of service. stemmed from aspects of the local tertiary education and research sectors. • Work six months ahead - plan What does membership of Rotary give its members? • Identify key projects, plan their implementation and publicity The following classifications indicate the variety of occupations created by the education expansion and the technological Defining duties. • Remember to value and retain our older members who are often the most active revolution. Rotary in New Zealand. • Ensure social events provide a duty designed to mix people up Why Limited Classifications? Education: • Fortnightly meetings What is a Rotary club? Special education - psychology Soil science Primary education • Listening to youth - generating forums and potential membership target groups The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Secondary education Teacher education University administration • Initiate category specific membership drive, eg age, gender, race 95 Computer sales - education University technology The• bulletinName dated change. 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Information Engineer Between this meeting and the next meeting on 24 June, a small team went through the responses of 28 May and identified aBoard few key of areasDirectors for major discussion. Research & Technology: Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Scientific liaison Consulting engineer Engineering systems After another evening of free discussion David Forrest prepared a Document of Action that incorporates many of the Civil engineering contracts Environmental engineer Soil fertility research proposalsPresident listed above. Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Dairy farm administration. OurDirectors actions. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 37. TOWARDS 2010 1. Develop a marketing plan to encompass: David Forrest, as facilitator, conducted two very important seminars on May 28 and June 24, 1998 when we looked at Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Market Research to determine some fundamental questions concerning our club. The following is Richard Bullock’s summary of the first meeting: Members• needs and values of prospective members, particularly youth • Why are we in Rotary? Bulletin• prospectiveLindsay members’ Spencer perceptionsRay ofAmer Rotary and Terrace BobEnd Burt Club. Harry Craig • What do we think is good about our club and what are our problems? • community needs 93 When it comes to deciding what to do with our weight, perhaps we should pull it rather than throw it around. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Market Analysis to determine 94 An opportunist is someone when finding himself in hot water decides to take a bath. 952 Every Shoot Rotarian opportunity is an whileexample it is to flying. youth. It is a bird that never perches.

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• how to best recruit and retain new members • worthwhile community projects Promotion of Rotary in general and the club in particular to: • the target recruitment market • the community in general

2. Develop and implement a membership development plan, in order to retain and recruit members

3. Value and encourage membership diversity through personal development and use of member skills and talents

4. Make the club attractive to prospective and existing members by: • Maintaining a balanced and interesting programme of activities (the product) • Establishing a targeting group to focus on diversity in membership, which in particular: • Attracts younger members • Provides and encourages associate (or alternative) membership • Considers alternative meeting cycles, and times (ie fortnightly meetings).

5. Initiate one or two high profile, self-funding projects, designed to enthuse and commit members and generate a high level of public awareness

Perusal of these many suggestions indicates that the club is looking ahead and not wanting to become fossilised in its outlook and ways. This is a very healthy sign as the club moves into its fifth decade, in wanting to remain an active force within the community.

The next step is for all members to study the suggestions and Document of Action seriously so that an effective plan of action can be implemented.96

However, not all of us find it easy to understand “management” jargon so Jim Kerr’s summary of the above is worthy of study and action: We see a club: with a more diverse membership that is more active and responsive to the needs of the community that promotes the Rotary ideal of service above self to which we can afford to belong that enjoys good fellowship and has fun doing all these things

In the long run, it will be the actions of the club members who determine the future direction of the club, and not the planners.

38. ODDS AND ENDS OF THE FOURTH DECADE A baker’s lot David Drake advertised - Christmas puddings @ $5.50 and mince buns @ 6 for $2.50 ref 2. 12. 88 RYE Difficulty in getting hosts for a Rotary Youth Exchange student from Japan. ref 8. 2. 89 David spoke on ”Our Natural Heritage” in the Teachers’ College Auditorium to an audience David Bellamy of 146 from the five local clubs in Palmerston North. One half of the audience came from ref 22. 2. 89 Terrace End. Noel Smith raised $155 in fines. Taupo Trip Ten couples went to Taupo to compete with Taupo Moana Club. Terrace End won both the ref 22. 2. 89 cricket and the golf. Conference The theme for the Masquerade Ball was “Robin Hood and His Merry Men”. Thirteen couples ref 1. 3. 89 went to Lower Hutt for the conference.

96 To be born a gentleman is an accident. To die one is an achievement.

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• how to best recruit and retain new members AtHips the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Ken Moody has had a second hip replacement • worthwhile community projects Palmerstonref 1. 3. 89 North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Promotion of Rotary in general and the club in particular to: Change Over boundary line being 100 yardsThis West was of held Albert at theSt, runningPalmerston from North the Manawatu Golf Club River and into theRichardson’s afternoon Line. an inter-committee • the target recruitment market golf match was held. ref 14. 6. 89 • the community in general SoWorking the new Bee Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Members painted the frontage of Manawatu Enterprises. memberref 9 . 11. Graham 89 Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 2. Develop and implement a membership development plan, in order to retain and recruit members Meals on Wheels to be the first president of theIt was new announced club. that club members would join the MOW Scheme on 21 December, 1989. ref 7. 12. 89 GSE Team 3. Value and encourage membership diversity through personal development and use of member skills and talents At a meeting on 29 May, 1958,57 members a number of Terraceof recommendations End attended werethe farewell made for to the Scottishconduct GSEof the Team. new club. Combined ref 22. 4. 90 meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of This was an athletic event for the intellectually disabled. A committee ran the events for the 4. Make the club attractive to prospective and existing members by: the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston NorthSpecial Rotarian, Olympics was placed Manawatuon loan to thebranch new inclub 1989 to act as aspreparation its secretary for and the to International help the club Special to become Olympics established. in 1990. • Maintaining a balanced and interesting programme of activities (the product) ref 7. 9. 90 Peter Inder was secretary for the two years but was absent for part of 1990. Goff Ashwell • Establishing a targeting group to focus on diversity in membership, which in particular: and 19. 10. 90 was the Terrace End representative on the committee. In September 1990, Terrace End ran a 3.3 The Provisional Club • Attracts younger members disco from 30 November to 1 December and needed 30 volunteers for the event. InRotary the first Signs bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club • Provides and encourages associate (or alternative) membership ofref Terrace 28. 9. End91 would take placeThe at club the Rossdecided Intermediate to purchase School a set ofon RotaryMonday, signs 9 Juneto advertise at 5.45pm. club The projects. Principal, Frank Clift, • Considers alternative meeting cycles, and times (ie fortnightly meetings). wasto 26. one 10. of 91the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known‘Les Mis’ as the Regal Caterers,Garry and that Gordon each memberorganised would a trip payto Auckland 4/6d. At tothis see first the musicalmeeting the“Les speaker Miserables”. would Whilebe Mr thereMonty 5. Initiate one or two high profile, self-funding projects, designed to enthuse and commit members and generate a Lascellesref 15. 3. of 91 Westshore, Napier.we metThis The was anDrakes, appropriate the Wellingtons choice of speakerand the becauseRickerbys. Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club high level of public awareness Rota Homes We donated sufficient funds for a Rota Home in Fiji. As the Government subsidised our at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 ref 23. 5. 91 donation dollar for dollar we therefore donated two homes to the scheme. Perusal of these many suggestions indicates that the club is looking ahead and not wanting to become fossilised in its Rotaract Subsequent bulletins were designedRotaract to will inform meet membersat the College on Rotary Street matters School. and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, outlook and ways. This is a very healthy sign as the club moves into its fifth decade, in wanting to remain an active force ref 14.2.91 Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but within the community. concentratedWedding on conveying aCarol good Lee deal and of RotaryRick Hurt’s Information wedding. to Carolthe new was members one of our under Rotary headings Foundation such as: Students. She ref 12. 7. 90 was married at our meeting in the Chalet in a service where Jock Hosking officiated. The next step is for all members to study the suggestions and Document of Action seriously so that an effective plan of Garry Gordon continued his sales of Christmas hams. In earlier years Ron Dixon and Ray 96 Hams.The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ action can be implemented. Harding had provided the same service and after Garry left Gordon Freeman continued as ref 30. 11. 91 The election of District theGovernors ham salesman. and their roles. However, not all of us find it easy to understand “management” jargon so Jim Kerr’s summary of the above is worthy of DonationThe meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. The club handed $10,000 to Pauline Gardiner, Regional Director of Life Education Trust. study and action: ref Explanation14.12. 91 of avenues of service. We see a club: GoldenWhat Wedding does membership Steveof Rotary and Ivygive Pilalis its members? opened up their home on Sunday, 19 January to celebrate their Golden ref 16 . 1. 92 Wedding with a more diverse membership Defining duties. Picnic that is more active and responsive to the needs of the community Ashhurst Domain on 1st March. ref Rotary19. 2. 92in New Zealand. that promotes the Rotary ideal of service above self EmergencyWhy Limited Box Classifications? The Club donated $600 to Tonga in place of an Emergency Box. to which we can afford to belong ref What4. 4. 92 is a Rotary club? that enjoys good fellowship and has fun doing all these things Rugby Museum The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a Visitmeasuring to the stick, Rugby etc. Museum after our weekly meal. ref 15. 5. 92 In the long run, it will be the actions of the club members who determine the future direction of the club, and not the Life Educ Trust The bulletin dated 19 June Theincluded club areceived committee a Certificate plan for the of clubRecognition as follows: from the Life Education Trust planners. ref 23. 5. 92 Dist. Comm. Board of Directors Seven members of our Club were on District Committees - ie 10% of the Club. 38. ODDS AND ENDS OF THE FOURTH DECADE ref 3. 7. 92 BarJack Prices Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer A baker’s lot The second drink will cost $2. David Drake advertised - Christmas puddings @ $5.50 and mince buns @ 6 for $2.50 ref 16. 7. 92 ref 2. 12. 88 ButcherPresident Laurie Hunt spokeTreasurer and demonstrated cuttingVice-President down a 23kg TexelSecretary lamb. Cut up frozen sides RYE ref 30. 7. 92 of Texel-cross lambs $55 - normally $66. Difficulty in getting hosts for a Rotary Youth Exchange student from Japan. Directors ref 8. 2. 89 Silent Members “From now on, those who have not apologised and do not attend will automatically be David spoke on ”Our Natural Heritage” in the Teachers’ College Auditorium to an audience David Bellamy refClub 27. Service 8. 92 invoiced for theVocational meal. President Service Nick isCommunity the appeal authority.” Service International Service of 146 from the five local clubs in Palmerston North. One half of the audience came from Breakfast Club ref 22. 2. 89 Proposed club - Fitzherbert Sunrise Club, sponsored by Milson. Charter day, 28 Feb ‘93. Terrace End. Noel Smith raised $155 in fines. refBill 22. Somerville 10.92 Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Taupo Trip Ten couples went to Taupo to compete with Taupo Moana Club. Terrace End won both the Labour Day celebrates “40 hours a week” - introduced in 1890. Celebrated on the second UsefulMembers Trivia ref 22. 2. 89 cricket and the golf. Wednesday in October until 1910, now the fourth Monday in October. Should we still be ref 29. 10. 92 Conference The theme for the Masquerade Ball was “Robin Hood and His Merry Men”. Thirteen couples Bulletin Lindsaycelebrating Spencer it?Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig ref 1. 3. 89 went to Lower Hutt for the conference. Garth Wallace Fellowship HaroldFarewell Parlane - a magnificentTom Baker Rotarian . AskPeter all associatedCaldwell with ArohanuiBill Howell Hospice. ref 29. 10. 92 96 To be born a gentleman is an accident. To die one is an achievement. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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Top School Top School nominated for the District Significant Achievement Award. Eddie Eggers prepared ref 5. 11. 92 it but we missed out. Bernie Hodgson John Cromie’s extensive and moving eulogy reminded us of Bernie’s great value to his family ref 14. 1. 93 and to the club. Barmen Another job on 8 February for the Grasslands conference. - $40 per barman. ref 14. 1. 93 Whirinaki John Borren - tramper, jetboater, cyclist, competitor “extraordinaire” invited members to join ref 4.2. 93 the Whirinaki experiences near Turangi that embraced all of these things. Frightening. Anniversaries Lyn and Vallis Peet, and Jennifer and Graham Hubbard - 30th wedding anniversaries. ref 11. 2. 93 Spelling Kakamigahara spelling resolved. ref 11. 2. 93 Success story Our sponsored RYE student to Germany, Sarah Kuhne, is returning to Germany to take up ref 11. 3. 93 nursing studies and will be staying with one of her host families for a while. Songbook Eddie is revising our songbook. ref 25 .3. 93 Sausages We think Top School was cancelled and John Borren was left with 500 sausages in his freezer. ref 25. 3. 93 He offered them at 10 for $4 but it is possible many became prizes in our weekly raffle. Ladies’ Night ? Our first morning meeting at The Coachman on Sunday 2 May. 1. 4. 93 Rotaract Special meeting to decide on its future. Still surviving on 14 July, 1993 ref 3. 6. 93 Peter Sargentina sought endorsement of two raffles expected to raise $17,000 for the Mike Raffles Hansen Trust - Hillary $5 notes ref 29. 7. 94 - Signed & unsigned Wanaka phone cards Christmas Carols Practice for carol singers at Alistair and Virginia Madigan’s. Choir to sing at rest homes on ref 30. 11. 94 10 December. Fistula Hospital Jim Esson and Dick Rawstron promoted the support of the Hamlin doctors. ref 30. 11. 94 Air NZ From the return of boarding passes to Air New Zealand we received $1119. ref 27. 2. 95 Wedding Reg and Jill Dixon were married last weekend (22 April, 1995). ref 28. 4. 95 Parking Survey Members helped in a hospital parking survey and earned $1500. ref 5.5. 95 Reg Dixon Reg died heroically after an aircrash near Palmerston North when he and Jill were returning ref 8.6. 95 from their honeymoon. To save postage the bulletin was posted out only to other clubs and to members who were Bulletin absent. The others collected their copies at the following meeting. Programmes and duties ref 30. 6.95 for three weeks were included. Child Health District 9940 decided to support the Child Health Research Fund and declared a target of ref 12. 7. 95 $243,000 of which Terrace End’s was $5100 Attendance 100% attendance for 1994-95: Maurice Downing, Gavin Johanson, Peter Sargentina. ref 12. 7. 95 Jack and Constance Liu became naturalised New Zealanders. Jack probably brought back Nationalised more banners in one return visit from Hong Kong than any other member. On one occasion ref 19. 7.95 he reported something like 28 make-ups. Songbooks Thanks to Eddie Eggers for producing a new set of songbooks. ref 19. 7.95 Probus Carl Olivecrona was first president of the new Mid-City Probus Club which was sponsored ref 19. 7. 95 by Takaro. Flags The first flag was presented to Parkland School by Peter Sargentina, John Cromie and Barry ref 23. 8. 95 Gillespie. RYPEN A full account of the Rotary Youth Programme of Enrichment, run by the Taihape Club is in ref 20. 9. 95 this bulletin. Women in Rotary Our first women members, Jill Dixon and Judith Woods, were inducted on 13 November, ref 15. 11. 95 1995.

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Top School Top School nominated for the District Significant Achievement Award. Eddie Eggers prepared AtRaffles the 20 November meeting,$1500 under was President banked John from Hubbard, the phone it wascards resolved and from to recommend the Hillary to raffle the club there members was a thatprofit the of ref 5. 11. 92 it but we missed out. Palmerstonref 21. 2.96 North club sponsor$3100. a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Bernie Hodgson John Cromie’s extensive and moving eulogy reminded us of Bernie’s great value to his family againContainer chaired Bin by President JohnThe Hubbard.club purchased The aclub container approved bin tounanimously house all its the assets, formation like the of BBQa new and club all thewith Top the Schoolrevised ref 14. 1. 93 and to the club. boundaryref 6. 3. 96 line being 100 yardsmaterial. West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Barmen Banners Another job on 8 February for the Grasslands conference. - $40 per barman. We have in excess of 690 banners displayed ref 14. 1. 93 Soref the 6. 3.new 96 Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Whirinaki John Borren - tramper, jetboater, cyclist, competitor “extraordinaire” invited members to join Bus tour The Mother’s Day Sunday tour to the Wairarapa when the travellers appreciated pottery, the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva ref 4.2. 93 the Whirinaki experiences near Turangi that embraced all of these things. Frightening. ref 8. 5. 96 pasta, and plonk was successfully organised by Noel Cantwell, Gordon and Gail Freeman. to be the first president of the new club. Anniversaries PHF A posthumous Paul Harris Fellow awarded to Reg Dixon was presented to Jill, Reg’s widow, Lyn and Vallis Peet, and Jennifer and Graham Hubbard - 30th wedding anniversaries. ref 11. 2. 93 ref 5. 6. 96 and Reg and Mary Dixon, Reg’s parents. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Spelling Brian Tong collected names of members to plant trees on Mana Island on 20th October. Kakamigahara spelling resolved. meetingsTree Planting of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of ref 11. 2. 93 A previous expedition had been fully booked out and this was Brian’s first opportunity to theref Palmerston21. 8. 96 North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Success story Our sponsored RYE student to Germany, Sarah Kuhne, is returning to Germany to take up North Rotarian, was placed participate.on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. ref 11. 3. 93 nursing studies and will be staying with one of her host families for a while. Researchers have looked into the histories of famous men. Of the group’s greatest achievements Songbook Membership 35% come from men between the ages of 60 and 70. 23% have come from those aged Eddie is revising our songbook. 3.3 The Provisional Club ref 25 .3. 93 ref 21. 8. 96 between 70 and 80 and 8% when they were older than 80. In other words, 66% of the world’s In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Sausages We think Top School was cancelled and John Borren was left with 500 sausages in his freezer. greatest works have been done by men over 60. Do you think our members are too old? of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, ref 25. 3. 93 He offered them at 10 for $4 but it is possible many became prizes in our weekly raffle. Make ups Maurice Downing was a regular attender at other clubs when he was absent from Terrace End was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Ladies’ Night ? ref 4. 9. 96 and he had a record difficult to match. However, his handwriting was often illegible and it Our first morning meeting at The Coachman on Sunday 2 May. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 1. 4. 93 was difficult to determine whether he had visited Timbuktu or Bulls. Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Associate Members Jim Esson proposed an associate membership of Rotary for those members who could manage Rotaract Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Special meeting to decide on its future. Still surviving on 14 July, 1993 ref 4. 9. 96 only a limited attendance. It didn’t go very far through the Rotary machinery. ref 3. 6. 93 at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Peter Sargentina sought endorsement of two raffles expected to raise $17,000 for the Mike Rotary Foundation does make a difference. A contribution of US$1000 (one Paul Harris Raffles Hansen Trust - Hillary $5 notes Fellowship) can do the following. ref 29. 7. 94 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, - Signed & unsigned Wanaka phone cards Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information• supply Officer, six shallow Lindsay water wellsSpencer in did a villagejust that. in Brazil He made brief mention of the speakers but Christmas Carols Practice for carol singers at Alistair and Virginia Madigan’s. Choir to sing at rest homes on concentrated on conveying a good• provide deal of anRotary ambulance Information and medical to the newsupplies members to a town under in headingsSan Salvador such as: ref 30. 11. 94 10 December. • educate 12 secondary students in Kenya for four years Fistula Hospital Jim Esson and Dick Rawstron promoted the support of the Hamlin doctors. The distribution of Rotary• Districtsdeliver in 12,000 NZ Polio Plus vaccine doses to Ukraine ref 30. 11. 94 Rotary Foundation The election of District Governors and their roles. Air NZ • equip 25 people in Calcutta with artificial limbs From the return of boarding passes to Air New Zealand we received $1119. ref 27. 2. 95 The meaning of a Provisional• payClub for to 100 Terrace cataract End. operations at a Rotary eye clinic in India Wedding Explanation of avenues of service.• provide a freezer, a refrigerator, a wood stove and cauldrons for a Rotary-sponsored soup Reg and Jill Dixon were married last weekend (22 April, 1995). ref 28. 4. 95 What does membership of Rotarykitchen give to its supply members? meals for 800 poor people in the Philippines each day Parking Survey Members helped in a hospital parking survey and earned $1500. Defining duties. • establish a tree nursery in Jamaica that yields 5000 seedlings a year for a variety of fruit, ref 5.5. 95 Rotary in New Zealand. timber, and cash crop trees to increase the family income of 700 farmers Reg Dixon Reg died heroically after an aircrash near Palmerston North when he and Jill were returning SeniorNet Why Limited Classifications?It was proposed that SeniorNet should be started. ref 8.6. 95 from their honeymoon. ref 9. 10. 96 To save postage the bulletin was posted out only to other clubs and to members who were What is a Rotary club? Bulletin House Hunting The Crombies wanted to buy back the house they sold in St Albans Avenue because the absent. The others collected their copies at the following meeting. Programmes and duties The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. ref 30. 6.95 ref 9. 10. 96 advertisement sounded so good. for three weeks were included. Two pairs of guests arrived at a home to find the host sitting in front of TV with his tea on Child Health District 9940 decided to support the Child Health Research Fund and declared a target of TheGuess bulletin Who’s datedComing 19 June hisincluded lap. Havinga committee forgotten plan hisfor obligationthe club as tofollows: the fellowship dinners he quickly got the main ref 12. 7. 95 $243,000 of which Terrace End’s was $5100 ref 23. 10. 96 course from a neighbouring Chinese takeaway. Maurice Downing’s wife, Evelyn, couldn’t Attendance Board of Directors help because she was away at work. 100% attendance for 1994-95: Maurice Downing, Gavin Johanson, Peter Sargentina. David Grant was interested to hear that Bill Johnston’s father had been a Scottish woodwork ref 12. 7. 95 Heritage Jack Sylva teacher who Georgehad emigrated Stuart to Northland.Bill Somerville David’s own grandfatherLindsay had Spencer been a Scottish Jack and Constance Liu became naturalised New Zealanders. Jack probably brought back ref 6. 11. 96 Nationalised woodwork teacher who had emigrated to the Wairarapa. more banners in one return visit from Hong Kong than any other member. On one occasion President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary ref 19. 7.95 e-mail he reported something like 28 make-ups. The first mention of posting the bulletin by e-mail as we had the facilities to do it. Songbooks Thanks to Eddie Eggers for producing a new set of songbooks. refDirectors 20.11.96 ref 19. 7.95 “Service Above Self” This was adopted at the 1989 Council of Legislation as the principal motto of Rotary as it best Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Probus Carl Olivecrona was first president of the new Mid-City Probus Club which was sponsored ref 27. 11. 96 explained the philosophy of unselfish voluntary service. It was decided that members should bring small decorations to decorate our tables at our ref 19. 7. 95 by Takaro. ChristmasBill Somerville Presents Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Christmas function and that these icons could then be given as gifts to elderly people in the Flags The first flag was presented to Parkland School by Peter Sargentina, John Cromie and Barry ref 4. 12. 96 ref 23. 8. 95 Gillespie. Members rest homes. Conference A commercial approach. Those who registered before 20 December 20 went into a draw for RYPEN A full account of the Rotary Youth Programme of Enrichment, run by the Taihape Club is in Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig ref 20. 9. 95 this bulletin. ref 4. 12. 96 free registration to the conference. Fellowship HaroldJim Parlane and RuthTom Kerr Baker acted as Sergeants, PeterSaint Caldwelland Mother Nicholas.Bill The Howell Topp Twins, Angela Women in Rotary Our first women members, Jill Dixon and Judith Woods, were inducted on 13 November, Christmas Party Esson and Heather Johanson; Saddam Hussein look alike, Jim Esson; karaoke specialists, Ross ref 15. 11. 95 1995. ref 15. 1. 97 2 Every Rotarian is an Jonesexample and to TKyouth. Wong

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Robinson Crusoe Colin Barkwith as Sergeant fined Brian Tong for the use of his wife Norma as “Man Friday”. ref 12. 2. 97 Fitz. Sunrise We were advised that the Fitzherbert Sunrise Club had closed down. ref 12. 2. 97 New Members Sue Burnet and Jan Fitzgerald increased the number of our women members to four. ref 5. 3. 97 One man band Alan Caddick rushed from drawing the raffle to leading the singing and then to conducting ref 12. 3. 97 the Sergeant’s Session. Top School was cancelled this year due to bad weather and the organisers were left with Sausages many sausages. They were sold off at 1kg (12 sausages) for $3. Cheaper than John Borren’s ref 26. 3. 97 surplus. Manual of Procedure Denis Pilkington sought a copy. Gavin Lees had a well-thumbed copy but the others were in ref 2. 4. 97 almost pristine condition. Tax inspector Maurice Marshment fined members for breaching the following: graduate tax, Sergeant Marshment casino tax, ‘”no circulars” tax, Mother’s Day reminder tax, “Hurricane” tax, sexist attitude tax, ref 7. 5. 97 Labour voters tax. Chicago Vallis Peet located the original site where our Rotary movement was born, while he walked ref 6. 8. 97 the streets of Chicago. Long livers On an average, women are still outliving men. Richard’s quotation suggests that it is because ref 20. 8. 97 women do not have wives. Health Forum Our sponsors tell us that the health forums have not been duplicated elsewhere. ref 27. 8. 97 Catherine Hamlin Our club has been asked to resubmit Catherine Hamlin’s nomination for the Rotary World ref 3. 9. 97 Understanding Award Inner Wheel This is a club for the wives, female partners, mothers and daughters of Rotarians. ref 10. 9. 97 DG’s visit Paul Harris Fellows were asked to wear their PHF medals during the DG’s visit. ref 1. 10. 97 Trans-Rail The club visited the hangar of the TransRail helicopter. It donated a Lifepak 10 defibrillator/ ref 15. 10. 97 monitor/pacemaker to the organisation on 10 November. Car Rally Brian Tong and David Bridges organised a car rally for the afternoon of our Christmas ref 3. 12. 97 function - 14 December. Jim Esson, Jim Kerr and Dick Rawstron announced that Catherine had won the Rotary Catherine Hamlin World Understanding Award worth $US100,000 ref 14. 1. 98

NZ Citizenship Alan and Chris Caddick are no longer “Poms”. ref 11. 2. 98 Graham Wilson described a money-making scheme. He suggested selling 500 envelopes Fund raising stamped with the Olympic Stamp featuring the gold medal winners Danyon Loader and ref 18. 3. 98 Blythe Tait and each signed by the pair. Visit The speakers at a club visit to Vallis and Lyn Peet’s Needlecraft shop were drowned out by the ref 1. 4. 98 exceptionally heavy rain falling on the roof. Edwin Clark gave a good account describing why service organisations, lodges, churches, Rev. Edwin Clark hobby groups etc are having difficulty in attracting members under the heading “Yet we are ref 15. 4. 98 the movers and shakers!” Regent Theatre Seven members acted as barmen at the opening of the refurbished Regent Theatre. It turned ref 10. 5. 98 out to be a long night. Name Change A suggestion that the name Rotary Club of Terrace End should be changed to the Rotary ref 20. 5. 98 Club of Hokowhitu really did not gain a great deal of support. Group Study Jim Kerr’s original project, well-supported by Gavin Johanson and Ross Jones, met firm Management Scheme approval from Massey University commentators Prof Alan Williams and Mark Tapp. Could ref 27. 5. 98 this be a project for the future? Introspections David Bridges and David Forrest asked the club to analyse its status and future in terms of ref 3. 6. 98 problems, aims, agreements and action. Visit A meal at and a tour of, the Science Centre and Manawatu Museum. Major theme - ref 10. 6. 98 motorbikes.

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Robinson Crusoe At the 20 November meeting,Bill under Dorreen President described John anHubbard, incident. it was When resolved the clubto recommend was formed to Mac the club Mitchinson members donated that the Colin Barkwith as Sergeant fined Brian Tong for the use of his wife Norma as “Man Friday”. ref 12. 2. 97 Palmerston North club sponsora cupboard a new club in inwhich this area.much This of the matter equipment was discussed necessary at the for clubour assemblymeetings onwas 17 stored. March, The1958 Fitz. Sunrise again chaired by President Johncupboard Hubbard. proved The to beclub very approved adequate unanimously until the clubthe formationbought a bulkyof a new metal club contraption with the revised for We were advised that the Fitzherbert Sunrise Club had closed down. ref 12. 2. 97 boundary line being 100 yardsdrawing West ofthe Albert weekly St, raffle.running from After thethat, Manawatu everyone River had todifficulty Richardson’s in Line.packing the regalia and Recollections New Members storing the other items. After one meeting Bill Dorreen and Paul Gregg’s duty was to put the Sue Burnet and Jan Fitzgerald increased the number of our women members to four. Bill Dorreen ref 5. 3. 97 So the new Provisional Rotarygear Clubaway ofand Terrace they had End a wasgreat formed, deal of interestinglytrouble trying with to pack John it Hubbard, into the cupboard.father of a Onepresent of member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and One man band Alan Caddick rushed from drawing the raffle to leading the singing and then to conducting the kitchen staff who passed by saw their difficulty. “I know it’s hard.” she said, “You need a the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva ref 12. 3. 97 the Sergeant’s Session. university degree to put that away.” to be the first president of the new club. Top School was cancelled this year due to bad weather and the organisers were left with Bill looked up and grinned. “We both have,” he said, “but it doesn’t help much.” Sausages many sausages. They were sold off at 1kg (12 sausages) for $3. Cheaper than John Borren’s ref 26. 3. 97 At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined surplus. meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of 39. THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS Manual of Procedure Denis Pilkington sought a copy. Gavin Lees had a well-thumbed copy but the others were in the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston ref 2. 4. 97 almost pristine condition. TheNorth idea Rotarian, of a history was isplaced not everyone’s on loan to overwhelming the new club desire to act for as whichits secretary we have and a completeto help the understanding. club to become This established. was apparent Tax inspector Maurice Marshment fined members for breaching the following: graduate tax, in the minutes of the International Service Committee on 22 November, 1995 which revealed that there was “quiet Sergeant Marshment casino tax, ‘”no circulars” tax, Mother’s Day reminder tax, “Hurricane” tax, sexist attitude tax, enthusiasm” for the idea of a club history. Despite this reluctant approval, the authors carried on with their studies and ref 7. 5. 97 3.3 The Provisional Club Labour voters tax. made several requests of present and past members to contribute items of interest. Their comments with some of their Chicago Vallis Peet located the original site where our Rotary movement was born, while he walked memoriesIn the first would bulletin have dated made 4 June,the record 1958, a Lindsaymore complete Spencer announcedone. However, that theas very first little meeting information of the Provisional was forthcoming Rotary theClub ref 6. 8. 97 the streets of Chicago. accountsof Terrace have End beenwould predominantly take place at the those Ross of Intermediate the authors’ Schoolselection. on Monday,Those members9 June at 5.45pm.who have Thehelped Principal, have been Frank lavish Clift in, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also97 announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Long livers On an average, women are still outliving men. Richard’s quotation suggests that it is because their support and for this we extend our grateful thanks. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty ref 20. 8. 97 women do not have wives. Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Health Forum During the weekend of celebrations, 29 October –1 November, 1998, a number of events were held: a novelty putting Our sponsors tell us that the health forums have not been duplicated elsewhere. Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club ref 27. 8. 97 competition, a celebration dinner, and a charity golf tournament. at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Catherine Hamlin Our club has been asked to resubmit Catherine Hamlin’s nomination for the Rotary World Members set up a small putting event in the forecourt of the Plaza Shopping Complex in Palmerston North on Thursday, ref 3. 9. 97 Understanding Award Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Inner Wheel 29 October, 1998 and invited passing members of the public to compete. The Foodtown grocery complex and Stirling This is a club for the wives, female partners, mothers and daughters of Rotarians. SportsBulletin supplemented Editor and Rotary the costs Information of the vouchers Officer, that Lindsay Terrace Spencer End did Club just hadthat. supplied He made as brief prizes. mention Although of the it speakers was not but as ref 10. 9. 97 concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: DG’s visit successful as had been hoped, the organisers operated for four hours around midday and were interested in the responses Paul Harris Fellows were asked to wear their PHF medals during the DG’s visit. ref 1. 10. 97 made by the members of the public. Those of European heritage were more inhibited than those of Polynesian heritage andThe each distributiongroup gathered of Rotary to see performersDistricts in competing.NZ However, when it came near time for the observers to compete, Trans-Rail The club visited the hangar of the TransRail helicopter. It donated a Lifepak 10 defibrillator/ thoseThe of Europeanelection of descentDistrict disappeared Governors andvery their quickly. roles. One of the purposes of the event was to publicise the celebrations ref 15. 10. 97 monitor/pacemaker to the organisation on 10 November. and that purpose was achieved when the reporters of one of the local newspapers described the event in a newspaper article Car Rally Brian Tong and David Bridges organised a car rally for the afternoon of our Christmas The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. during the weekend. ref 3. 12. 97 function - 14 December. Explanation of avenues of service. Jim Esson, Jim Kerr and Dick Rawstron announced that Catherine had won the Rotary What does membership of Rotary give its members? Catherine Hamlin 39.1 The Celebration Dinner World Understanding Award worth $US100,000 Defining duties. ref 14. 1. 98 A Reunion Dinner to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Terrace End was held in the Manawatu RacecourseRotary in at NewAwapuni Zealand. on Saturday, 31 October, 1998. NZ Citizenship Alan and Chris Caddick are no longer “Poms”. Why Limited Classifications? ref 11. 2. 98 It wasWhat a beautiful is a Rotary evening club? for such a gathering and as one gazed out from the lounge windows across the racecourse towards Graham Wilson described a money-making scheme. He suggested selling 500 envelopes Fund raising the Tararuas, the hills looked wonderful as the setting sun lit them up. It was a perfect time as people began to assemble stamped with the Olympic Stamp featuring the gold medal winners Danyon Loader and The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. ref 18. 3. 98 from 6.30pm onwards for the social hour before the meal. The Members’ Lounge was soon abuzz with chatter as people Blythe Tait and each signed by the pair. met and mingled with current and former Rotary club members, as well as with other visitors. It was great to see a number The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Visit The speakers at a club visit to Vallis and Lyn Peet’s Needlecraft shop were drowned out by the of former members, who had come from afar - from Whangarei, Auckland, Cambridge, Taradale, Papamoa, and Tauranga. ref 1. 4. 98 exceptionally heavy rain falling on the roof. Other former members from in and around Palmerston North were well remembered by current Rotarians. Bill Johnson, Edwin Clark gave a good account describing why service organisations, lodges, churches, Rev. Edwin Clark agedBoard 89 of years, Directors was the senior member present and it was unfortunate that Ted Valentine, Bob Burns, Vallis Peet, Ralph hobby groups etc are having difficulty in attracting members under the heading “Yet we are ref 15. 4. 98 Robotham and Peter Sargentina were unable to attend on account of sickness. Some members, listed later, from other the movers and shakers!” localJack clubsSylva also joined in the celebration withGeorge Glen Stuart Caves, a charter Billmember Somerville of Milson and a LindsayPast DG, Spencer acting as Master of Regent Theatre Seven members acted as barmen at the opening of the refurbished Regent Theatre. It turned Ceremonies.President The present District Governor,Treasurer Ross Murray of Bulls, Vice-Presidentclosed the evening with hisSecretary parting thoughts. ref 10. 5. 98 out to be a long night. Name Change A suggestion that the name Rotary Club of Terrace End should be changed to the Rotary GlenDirectors Caves had some trouble ending the Social Hour and getting the people seated as many preferred to continue chatting ref 20. 5. 98 Club of Hokowhitu really did not gain a great deal of support. and others struggled at the over-crowded bar to buy their $16 bottle of wine. Still, somewhat after 7.30pm, Glen had all Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Group Study Jim Kerr’s original project, well-supported by Gavin Johanson and Ross Jones, met firm under control when all were seated and President Jim Kerr welcomed all present to the celebrations. Management Scheme approval from Massey University commentators Prof Alan Williams and Mark Tapp. Could TheBill Somervilleprogramme followed the order of a Neilnormal Turnbull weekly programme.Merv Dymock George Stuart ref 27. 5. 98 this be a project for the future? Introspections David Bridges and David Forrest asked the club to analyse its status and future in terms of Members6.30pm Pre-dinner drinks. Fellowship. Reminiscing. ref 3. 6. 98 problems, aims, agreements and action. BulletinMC LindsayPDG Spencer - Glen CavesRay Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Visit A meal at and a tour of, the Science Centre and Manawatu Museum. Major theme - 7.30 pm. All seated. Apologies ref 10. 6. 98 motorbikes. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

972 Every What Rotarian the mind is ofan man example can conceiveto youth. and believe, the mind of man can achieve.

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The following apologies were received:

Current Members: Sue Burnet and Bernard Forde, Bob and Fay Burns, Graeme and Ruth Campbell, Noel and Monica Cantwell, Malcolm and Jeanette Clark, Gordon and Gail Freeman, Paul and Annette Gregg, Bob and Sue Hodgson, Sam and Pat Nisbet, Denis and Dorothy Pilkington, Bob and Darlene Reddington, Vallis and Lynette Peet, Ralph and Pauline Robotham, Allan and Shirley Walters, Graham and Jill Wilson, Peter and Pauline Sargentina, Ted and Joy Valentine.

Past Members: Roy and Ellen Carlin, John Cox, Kit Ellis, Garry and Sue Gordon, David and Gay Haycock, Jock and Dawn Hosking, Mac Mitchinson, Dave Mowat, Bill and June Nairne, Bill and Janet Parsonson, Ian Peach, Fred Stuart, Norman and Carole Taylor, Neil Turnbull. A special apology was sent by Mildred Somerville, widow of the late Bill Somerville, and she wanted members whom she knew to accept her best wishes.98

Welcome by President Jim Kerr

“Good evening everyone. It is going to be great evening. Ruth and I are very glad to see you all along here tonight. Enjoy yourselves.

Welcome to District Governor Ross and to Pam, to District Governor nominee Lindsay and to Jill, and to Past DG Glen and to Pat. A special welcome to all past members of the club who have joined us tonight.

I would like you all to have a chance to see who has come along tonight and extend a warm welcome to one and all - so I am going to invite you to stand as I call your group. I invite wives and partners stand with their men. You may wish to bring greetings while you are upstanding. I invite you to do so.

Those who joined the Rotary Club of Terrace End during its first decade - 1958-1967. Mike Hansen joined during this decade - we received a nice letter from Pam wishing us well for this evening.

• those who joined during the second decade - 1968-1977. • those who joined during the third decade - 1978-1987. • those who joined during the fourth decade - 1988-1998.

Members from other Rotary clubs It is good to be reminded of the importance of our links with other clubs in the District. Peter and Tracy Couchman, President Takaro Club, faxed a note of best wishes - “The team at Terrace End Rotary Club sets a fine example to the clubs in the district”. Tonight we invited Vern and Joan Chettleburgh, Palmerston North to come along and see what his club’s offspring are doing after 40 years. They claim to be the grandparents of the Milson Club that was started by Terrace End. We have followed common practice - when the family is having a party - invite the kids to run the show. Therein lies the symbolism in asking Glen to be MC tonight - quite apart from his well renowned skills in handling the job. Welcome to the teams from Milson, Awapuni and Makino.

And the Top Brass Past, present and future District Governors. And the intrepid explorers District Governor’s Representative Roger and Marian who are off next week to escort the District’s container of woollen clothes from Romania to Moldova. A timely reminder that Rotary is international. Our best wishes go with you.

And we have greetings from RI Director Bill Boyd, Rotary International Director for the Region: “Lorna and I want to extend our congratulations and best wishes to the club. You have achieved much for the community over the years, and will be justifiably proud of all you have done…May the years ahead be as rewarding and as much fun as the 40 years just past.”

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The following apologies were received: ThereAt the 20are Novemberseveral members meeting, who under are unwellPresident and Johncannot Hubbard, be with itus was this resolved evening. to Specialrecommend thoughts to the for clubTed membersand Joy Valentine, that the BobPalmerston and Fay North Burns, club Peter sponsor and Pauline a new club Sargentina, in this area. Malcolm This andmatter Jeanette was discussedClark, Ralph at the and club Pauline assembly Robotham, on 17 March, Allan 1958and Current Members: Shirleyagain chaired Walters, by Vallis President and LynetteJohn Hubbard. Peet. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Sue Burnet and Bernard Forde, Bob and Fay Burns, Graeme and Ruth Campbell, Noel and Monica Cantwell, boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Malcolm and Jeanette Clark, Gordon and Gail Freeman, Paul and Annette Gregg, Bob and Sue Hodgson, Sam Each will have their own memories of the first 40 years of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. and Pat Nisbet, Denis and Dorothy Pilkington, Bob and Darlene Reddington, Vallis and Lynette Peet, Ralph ButSo the your new memories Provisional like mineRotary will Club be stimulated of Terrace and End titillated was formed, by this interestingly magnificent with history. John OurHubbard, two historians father of- Petera present Inder and Pauline Robotham, Allan and Shirley Walters, Graham and Jill Wilson, Peter and Pauline Sargentina, Ted andmember Dick Graham Rawstron Hubbard have left, as no President word unturned. of the Palmerston They relate North many Rotary tales Club.that you The didn’t new knowclub about.had 22 initialA big thanksmembers to andyou and Joy Valentine. both.the first To Junemeeting and wasJess to thanks be held for on your 22 forbearanceMay, 1958. - youThe willprovisional be able toinduction get them date back was in setthe for garden 7 July, now! 1958, To withall wives Jack andSylva partnersto be the - first this ispresident the Christmas of the presentnew club. that your men are looking for! Past Members: IAt am a meetinga Rotarian on of 29 the May, 90s 1958,- but thea number history ofbrought recommendations back many memories were made to forme. the conduct of the new club. Combined Roy and Ellen Carlin, John Cox, Kit Ellis, Garry and Sue Gordon, David and Gay Haycock, Jock and Dawn meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Hosking, Mac Mitchinson, Dave Mowat, Bill and June Nairne, Bill and Janet Parsonson, Ian Peach, Fred Likethe Palmerston charter member North RegClub McHugh should be - surprisinglydetailed to attend Reg knew the Terrace Ruth and End I weeklyknew hismeetings. wife before Lindsay we knew Spencer each, a Palmerstonother. Reg Stuart, Norman and Carole Taylor, Neil Turnbull. wasNorth Ruth’s Rotarian, dentist was and placed his wife on loantyped to my the thesis. new club I recall to act the as raceits secretary between and the to completion help the club of my to becomethesis and established. the arrival of A special apology was sent by Mildred Somerville, widow of the late Bill Somerville, and she wanted members whom she the first little McHugh. Reg started a Rotary dental dynasty that linked through Mike Hansen and down the line to DG 98 knew to accept her best wishes. Ross3.3 Murray. The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Welcome by President Jim Kerr Likeof Terrace Lindsay End Spencer would take- he taughtplace at me the accountancy Ross Intermediate at Massey School in the on 50sMonday, - as a 9neighbour June at 5.45pm. he taught The my Principal, 11-year sonFrank and Clift his, wasmates one all of about the foundationthe financial members world in of the the 80s.club. WhoHe alsobetter announced then to instruct that the the caterers fledgling would Terrace be Mr End & MrsClub Christensen,in the ways of “Good evening everyone. It is going to be great evening. Ruth and I are very glad to see you all along here tonight. Enjoy knownRotary? as Lindsay the Regal was Caterers loaned, byand the that Palmerston each member North would Rotary pay Club. 4/6d. HeAt this was first the firstmeeting secretary, the speaker bulletin would editor be andMr RotaryMonty yourselves. LascellesInformation of Westshore, Officer. Napier. Among This many was other an appropriatethings Lindsay choice encouraged of speaker the because club toMonty be enthusiastic had been a inmember greeting of visitorsthe Rotary and Clubmembers. of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Welcome to District Governor Ross and to Pam, to District Governor nominee Lindsay and to Jill, and to Past DG Glen at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 and to Pat. Having celebrated our past, the new challenge is to move forward. Earlier this year our club looked toward 2010 and saw A special welcome to all past members of the club who have joined us tonight. a club Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but I would like you all to have a chance to see who has come along tonight and extend a warm welcome to one and all - so I • with a more diverse membership concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: am going to invite you to stand as I call your group. I invite wives and partners stand with their men. You may wish to • which is active and responsive to the needs of the community bring greetings while you are upstanding. I invite you to do so. • which promotes the Rotary ideal of service above self The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ • to which we can afford to belong, and Those who joined the Rotary Club of Terrace End during its first decade - 1958-1967. The election of District Governors and their roles. • which enjoys good fellowship and has fun doing all these things Mike Hansen joined during this decade - we received a nice letter from Pam wishing us well for this evening. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. • those who joined during the second decade - 1968-1977. I expect that these goals are not too different from those owned by the charter members in 1958. There is plenty to be doneWhat yet - does but firstmembership let’s have of a Rotaryparty. give its members? • those who joined during the third decade - 1978-1987. Defining duties. • those who joined during the fourth decade - 1988-1998. Finally,Rotary thanks in New to all Zealand. those who have put this evening together. Especially to President-elect Goff Ashwell and his team. Why Limited Classifications? Members from other Rotary clubs And remember the golf tournament tomorrow. It is not too late to register! The charity is the Rotary Club of Terrace End It is good to be reminded of the importance of our links with other clubs in the District. MemorialWhat isEducation a Rotary club?Trust (formally the Mike Hansen Memorial Educational Foundation). Peter and Tracy Couchman, President Takaro Club, faxed a note of best wishes - “The team at Terrace End Rotary Club The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. sets a fine example to the clubs in the district”. Let the party continue!” Tonight we invited Vern and Joan Chettleburgh, Palmerston North to come along and see what his club’s offspring are The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: doing after 40 years. Toast: To the Rotary Club of Terrace End proposed by Dick Rawstron. They claim to be the grandparents of the Milson Club that was started by Terrace End. We have followed common practice Board of Directors - when the family is having a party - invite the kids to run the show. Therein lies the symbolism in asking Glen to be MC The following is a copy of Dick Rawstron’s Toast: tonight - quite apart from his well renowned skills in handling the job. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Welcome to the teams from Milson, Awapuni and Makino. Fellow members, past members and visitors. President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary It is my privilege to propose the toast to our club. BeforeDirectors asking you to drink this toast I wish to say a few words about the club but in doing so I am aware of an entry in the And the Top Brass bulletin in August 1962 by Fred Stuart, a past president and a Paul Harris Fellow, who wrote of Padre Monty Blight: Past, present and future District Governors. And the intrepid explorers District Governor’s Representative Roger and “BeforeClub Service entering the pulpit Monty used toVocational make a silent Service prayer. LordCommunity fill my mouth Service with worthwhileInternational stuff Service and nudge me Marian who are off next week to escort the District’s container of woollen clothes from Romania to Moldova. A timely when I’ve said enough.” reminder that Rotary is international. Our best wishes go with you. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart I do not intend to wait for a nudge either from above or from Glen. TheMembers Rotary Club of Palmerston North made a good job when founding the Rotary Club of Terrace End but it is not the And we have greetings from RI Director Bill Boyd, Rotary International Director for the Region: “Lorna and I want to founders who made this Club what it is today but its past and present members. extend our congratulations and best wishes to the club. You have achieved much for the community over the years, and ThisBulletin has never been Lindsaya club of Spencer privileged Raymembers Amer who meet once Boba week Burt for a drink, meal andHarry fellowship Craig and organising will be justifiably proud of all you have done…May the years ahead be as rewarding and as much fun as the 40 years just chequebook projects. past.” Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell From its inception our club has been a strong and active club with a good mix of social programmes and community 98 Several excuses are less convincing than one. projects;2 clubEvery noted Rotarian for is its an friendship example to andyouth. fellowship. From early days new members have rapidly become officers in the

Page 106 PagePage 107 1399 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 club so have provided fresh ideas in management, not strongly restricted by club traditions. Today the club is looking to the future and planning the club towards the year 2010. It is therefore timely that a review of the history of the club has been conducted which shows the club’s strengths and weaknesses and it complements this planning so, some present practices may need discarding and new ideas introduced. The future is in the hands of the members.99

Ladies and Gentlemen, Please fill up your glasses and drink deeply to the Past, Present and Future of the Rotary Club of Terrace End.

It was a very happy atmosphere as the people, seated eight to a table and chatted with those at their table and with those at other tables.

Peter Rainford offered the grace We give thanks for our Rotary club and the privilege of serving in our community over the last 40 years; for the lasting friendships made, and for the pleasure of enjoying the company of Rotarians who have travelled to attend the celebration this evening; and for this food we give thanks.

The diners then queued for the very generous smorgasbord meal and while doing so were afforded further opportunities to chat with friends. The accompanying menu will give readers an idea of the comfortable way the diners spent the next hour or so. From the carvery Glazed York ham off the bone with pineapple sauce and mustard Prime Westland’s Sirloin of Beef with horseradish crème and gravy Sweet and Sour Pork Battered fish portions with tartare sauce Roast Spring Chicken Vegetables Minted peas Honey-glazed carrots Cauliflower and cheese sauce Parsleyed new potatoes From the Salad Bar Lettuce salad with dressing Shrimp salad Potato salad Salad platters Marinated mussels Dessert Pavlova cake Fresh fruit flans Brandy snaps Tropical fruit salad Tea and coffee

Alan Caddick, as Song Master, chose “Cruising Down the River” and “Amazing Grace” as the first group of songs. In introducing “Amazing Grace”, Alan attributed it to a Negro slave. Graham Hubbard, a son of the manse, objected immediately, advising Alan that the song had been written by a Liverpool slave trader who had been converted to Christianity.

The drawing of the raffle was a complicated exercise as Richard Bullock had only 12 numbers with which to select the eight prize winners. His method was to ask that the 10 diners at each of the 12 tables identify the person who had become a Rotarian first at that table. The diners then counted from the longest serving Rotarian at the table. The first marble drawn selected the table from which the winner would be seated. The second marble drawn selected the person at that table as the prizewinner.

The sergeants, Noel Smith and David Drake, were in full flight during the session which raised $193 for the Memorial Education Trust. With the programme well over time by now, June Inder “bought the box” to remind the sergeants of 99 I never pass an empty telephone box without going in to press Button B. Button B has often been kind to me.

Page 100108 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End club so have provided fresh ideas in management, not strongly restricted by club traditions. PadreAt the Blight’s20 November silent prayer meeting, in the under pulpit: President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Today the club is looking to the future and planning the club towards the year 2010. It is therefore timely that a review Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 “Lord fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and nudge me when I’ve said enough.” of the history of the club has been conducted which shows the club’s strengths and weaknesses and it complements this again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised planning so, some present practices may need discarding and new ideas introduced. The future is in the hands of the boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. During coffee, Peter Inder took the members down Memory Lane. The sergeants had stolen some of Peter’s selected members.99 anecdotes but never fazed, Peter drew on his store of memories and substituted others of equal interest. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Ladies and Gentlemen, member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Under Alan Caddick’s guidance we all sang “The Loveliest Night of the Year”, and DG Ross Murray brought the evening Please fill up your glasses and drink deeply to the Past, Present and Future of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to a close about 11pm with his parting thoughts which were drawn mostly from the reports written about the club by past to be the first president of the new club. District Governors. It was a very happy atmosphere as the people, seated eight to a table and chatted with those at their table and with those at other tables. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Nobody seemed to mind the overrun of time as it had been a most enjoyable, carefree evening with a number of participants meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of chatting on for some time after the closing remarks. Many would meet again the next day to play in the Memorial Golf Peter Rainford offered the grace the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Tournament at the Palmerston North Golf Club. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. We give thanks for our Rotary club and the privilege of serving in our community over the last 40 years; for the lasting friendships made, and for the pleasure of enjoying the company of Rotarians who have travelled to attend the celebration It was good to welcome Bernie Child to the occasion because a fortnight later he attended the 25th celebration of the this evening; and for this food we give thanks. Rotary3.3 ClubThe of ProvisionalMilson, which Club was sponsored by the Terrace End Club while Bernie was President. At the Milson function theIn the assembly first bulletin toasted datedthe Rotary 4 June, Club 1958, of TerraceLindsay End Spencer and Bernieannounced responded that the very first appropriately meeting of tothe the Provisional toast. Rotary Club The diners then queued for the very generous smorgasbord meal and while doing so were afforded further opportunities of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, to chat with friends. The accompanying menu will give readers an idea of the comfortable way the diners spent the next wasOur onecelebrations of the foundation were very successfulmembers ofand the although club. He it is also customary announced to list that the the apologies caterers at would any function be Mr &we Mrs wish Christensen, to conclude hour or so. knownby listing as thosethe Regal who Caterers were present, and thatat the each Celebration member would Dinner. pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary From the carvery Glazed York ham off the bone with pineapple sauce and mustard ClubPast of PalmerstonMembers and North Guests: since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Prime Westland’s Sirloin of Beef with horseradish crème and gravy at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Reg and Barbara Bridewell, Palmerston North Arthur Burnett and Elaine Smith, Taupo Sweet and Sour Pork Bernie Child, Tauranga Ken and Robyn Cleghorn, Palmerston North Battered fish portions with tartare sauce Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, BulletinMarjorie Editor Crystall, and Rotary Palmerston Information North Officer, Lindsay Spencer didBill justand that. Phyll He Dorreen, made brief Taradale mention of the speakers but Roast Spring Chicken concentratedDavid and on Margaret conveying Drake, a good Auckland deal of Rotary Information to theBarry new and members Zena Jobson, under Wellingtonheadings such as: Vegetables Minted peas Carl and Shirley Olivecrona, Papamoa Mike and Pat Powell, Palmerston North Honey-glazed carrots The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ John and Judy Robson, Palmerston North Arthur and Vera Treble, Cambridge Cauliflower and cheese sauce The election of District Governors and their roles. Alan and Heather Wellington, Whangarei Roger and Marian Clausen, DG’s Rep, PN Parsleyed new potatoes The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Ross and Pam Murray DG, Bulls Glen and Pat Caves MC, Milson From the Salad Bar Lettuce salad with dressing Explanation of avenues of service. Lindsay and Jill Knowles DG elect, Takaro Dave and Marie Kenchington, Milson Shrimp salad What does membership of Rotary give its members? Rodney and Angela Wong, Awapuni Bill and Nan Thompson, Awapuni Potato salad Defining duties. Vern and Joan Chettleburgh, Palmerston North Lynne Jenkins, Feilding Salad platters Rotary in New Zealand. Ian and Christine Lewell, Feilding Marinated mussels Why Limited Classifications? Dessert Pavlova cake What is a Rotary club? Current Members: Fresh fruit flans The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Goff and Anne Ashwell Colin and Margaret Barkwith Brandy snaps Don and Antonia Barnes David and Janis Bridges Tropical fruit salad The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Harry and Helen Brown Richard and Joyce Bullock Tea and coffee BoardMalcolm of Directors and Audrey Busch Alan and Chris Caddick Alan Caddick, as Song Master, chose “Cruising Down the River” and “Amazing Grace” as the first group of songs. In John and Kath Cromie Mike Cross Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer introducing “Amazing Grace”, Alan attributed it to a Negro slave. Graham Hubbard, a son of the manse, objected Colin and Wendy Cutfield Brian and Alison Dodds immediately, advising Alan that the song had been written by a Liverpool slave trader who had been converted to PresidentMaurice and Evelyn Downing Treasurer EddieVice-President and Ann Eggers Secretary Christianity. DirectorsJim and Angela Esson Barry and Elizabeth Gillespie Alan Gillingham and Dorothy Booth David and Gaewyn Grant The drawing of the raffle was a complicated exercise as Richard Bullock had only 12 numbers with which to select the eight Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service prize winners. His method was to ask that the 10 diners at each of the 12 tables identify the person who had become a Graham and Jennifer Hubbard Peter and June Inder Rotarian first at that table. The diners then counted from the longest serving Rotarian at the table. The first marble drawn BillGavin Somerville and Heather Johanson Neil Turnbull RossMerv and Dymock Barbara Jones George Stuart selected the table from which the winner would be seated. The second marble drawn selected the person at that table as Jim and Ruth Kerr Gavin and Julie Lees the prizewinner. Members Lloyd and Eunice Love Bruce and Margaret Markwell Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig The sergeants, Noel Smith and David Drake, were in full flight during the session which raised $193 for the Memorial Maurice and Carol Marshment Ken and Cath Moody Education Trust. With the programme well over time by now, June Inder “bought the box” to remind the sergeants of FellowshipSteve and Ivy PilalisHarold Parlane Tom Baker PeterPeter and Caldwell Judy Pitman Bill Howell 99 I never pass an empty telephone box without going in to press Button B. Button B has often been kind to me. Peter2 andEvery Margaret Rotarian isRainford an example to youth. Dick and Jess Rawstron

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Noel Smith Brian and Norma Tong

Honorary Members Colin and Marion Davey Bill Johnston

39.2 The Golf Tournament: Since 1988 the Rotary Club of Terrace End has held a charity golf tournament and this year’s tournament was held in conjunction with the club’s 40th birthday.

The day was beautifully fine and 110 players competed for the prizes donated by 40 organisations and individuals. The main sponsor, Downers Construction, was pleased with the organisation and the popularity of the event and promised to act as the major sponsor again in 1999. Twenty-six other sponsors helped to ensure that it was a success and as a result over $7000 was given to the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Educational Trust. The players were a mixed bunch and while some very high scores were returned there were a number of also-rans, yet everyone received a prize. Ansett New Zealand had given a prize that the organisers decided to draw by lot. This action was well received by the players and the weekend for two given by Ansett was won by J Bone, a player who has supported the tournament for many years. Around the course the players were given a barbecued sausage and a bottle of soft drink by Graham Wilson’s team of supporters: Maurice Marshment, Harry Brown, Denis Pilkington and Brian Dodds. To the players, the supporters were invaluable. Colin Cutfield and Ken Moody, who did most of the work organising the day, were also well supported by the ladies who checked the scorecards. Wendy Cutfield, June Inder and Cath Moody have done this for a number of years and soon fell into a familiar routine. Raffles, of course, are part of the proceedings and the usual meat raffles and drink raffles were keenly competed by the large group of regular supporters.100

A competition for Terrace End Rotarians was run in conjunction with the tournament and for the third year in a row, Richard Bullock has shared the first prize. This year Richard and Eddie Eggers will take turns in displaying the Reg Dixon Memorial Trophy in their lounges. As the numbers of Terrace End Rotarians who compete are diminishing each year it is probably an appropriate time for the organisers to consider widening the field of appropriate competitors.

40. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP OF THE CLUB (As at 1st November 1998)

President Jim Kerr Incoming President Goff Ashwell Past President Jim Esson Secretary Sue Burnet Treasurers Malcolm Clark and Ross Jones

Directors Club Service Vallis Peet Community Service Peter Pitman International Service Graham Wilson Vocational Service Bruce Markwell Youth Service David Bridges

Honorary Members Colin Davey Sec. Memorial Education Trust. Bill Johnston Peter Sargentina Ted Valentine

Committee Members Club Service

100 If this is not enough give me another call.

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Noel Smith Brian and Norma Tong At the 20 November meeting,Vallis under Peet President John Hubbard,Director it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsorSue aBurnet new club in this area. ThisClub Secretarymatter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Honorary Members Colin Barkwith Sergeant at Arms boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Colin and Marion Davey Bill Johnston Mike Cross Membership, District Rotary Foundation So the new Provisional RotaryMaurice Club Downing of Terrace End wasRegistration formed, interestingly (Door) with John Hubbard, father of a present 39.2 The Golf Tournament: member Graham Hubbard , Eddieas President Eggers of the PalmerstonProgramme North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Since 1988 the Rotary Club of Terrace End has held a charity golf tournament and this year’s tournament was held in the first meeting was to be Davidheld on Grant 22 May, 1958. TheDistrict provisional Emergency induction Box date Scheme was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva conjunction with the club’s 40th birthday. to be the first president of the new club. Gavin Johanson Bulletin, District – GSE Inwards Sub-committee The day was beautifully fine and 110 players competed for the prizes donated by 40 organisations and individuals. The At a meeting on 29 May, 1958,Ross aJones number of recommendations Treasury were- Attendance made for the conduct of the new club. Combined main sponsor, Downers Construction, was pleased with the organisation and the popularity of the event and promised to meetingsCommunity of the PalmerstonService North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of act as the major sponsor again in 1999. Twenty-six other sponsors helped to ensure that it was a success and as a result the Palmerston North Club Petershould Pitman be detailed to attend Directorthe Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston over $7000 was given to the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Educational Trust. The players were a mixed bunch North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. and while some very high scores were returned there were a number of also-rans, yet everyone received a prize. Ansett New Alan Caddick Registration (Door) Zealand had given a prize that the organisers decided to draw by lot. This action was well received by the players and the 3.3 The Provisional ClubJohn Cromie Master of Club Projects weekend for two given by Ansett was won by J Bone, a player who has supported the tournament for many years. Around In the first bulletin dated 4 JimJune, Esson 1958, Lindsay Spencer announcedPast thatPresident. the first Dist. meeting Emergency of the BoxProvisional Chr Rotary Club the course the players were given a barbecued sausage and a bottle of soft drink by Graham Wilson’s team of supporters: of Terrace End would take placeJan Fitzgeraldat the Ross Intermediate L.O.A School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Maurice Marshment, Harry Brown, Denis Pilkington and Brian Dodds. To the players, the supporters were invaluable. was one of the foundation membersAlan Gillingham of the club. He alsoClub announced projects that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Colin Cutfield and Ken Moody, who did most of the work organising the day, were also well supported by the ladies who known as the Regal Caterers,Gordon and that Freeman each member wouldRefreshments pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty checked the scorecards. Wendy Cutfield, June Inder and Cath Moody have done this for a number of years and soon Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary fell into a familiar routine. Raffles, of course, are part of the proceedings and the usual meat raffles and drink raffles were Steve Pilalis Club Patriarch 100 Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club keenly competed by the large group of regular supporters. at Terrace End before he wasPeter transferred Rainford to Napier. 2 Padre Bob Reddington Bill Johnston’s chauffeur A competition for Terrace End Rotarians was run in conjunction with the tournament and for the third year in a row, Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Richard Bullock has shared the first prize. This year Richard and Eddie Eggers will take turns in displaying the Reg Dixon Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but International Service Memorial Trophy in their lounges. As the numbers of Terrace End Rotarians who compete are diminishing each year it is concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: probably an appropriate time for the organisers to consider widening the field of appropriate competitors. Graham Wilson Director The distribution of RotaryHarry Districts Brown in NZ Club projects 40. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP OF THE CLUB The election of District BobGovernors Burns and their roles. Song Leader (As at 1st November 1998) The meaning of a ProvisionalBrian DoddsClub to Terrace End. Club projects Explanation of avenues ofBarry service. Gillespie Club projects - Moldova President Jim Kerr What does membership Jackof Rotary Liu give its members? Travelling Asian representative Incoming President Goff Ashwell Defining duties. Maurice Marshment Bill Johnston’s mentor Past President Jim Esson Rotary in New Zealand.Sam Nisbet Refreshments Secretary Sue Burnet Why Limited Classifications? Denis Pilkington Assistant Bulletin Editor Treasurers Malcolm Clark and Ross Jones What is a Rotary club? Ralph Robotham Chair SeniorNet The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Directors Vocational Service Club Service Vallis Peet The bulletin dated 19 June Bruceincluded Markwell a committee plan forDirector the club as follows: Community Service Peter Pitman Don Barnes Programme International Service Graham Wilson Board of Directors Malcolm Busch Student Exchange Vocational Service Bruce Markwell Jack Sylva Graeme CampbellGeorge Stuart EmergenciesBill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Youth Service David Bridges Malcolm Clark Treasurer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Bob Hodgson Club projects Honorary Members Directors Graham Hubbard Assistant Padre Colin Davey Sec. Memorial Education Trust. Lloyd Love Chr. RCTE Memorial Education Trust Bill Johnston Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Dick Rawstron Historian and Welfare Peter Sargentina Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Noel Smith Sergeant Extraordinaire Ted Valentine Members Allan Walters Assistant Wind farm Open Day

Committee Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Youth Service Club Service Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell David Bridges Director 100 If this is not enough give me another call. 2 Every Rotarian is an Richardexample toBullock youth. Lucky Draw. District Emergency Box

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Noel Cantwell Lucky Draw, Organiser of Literacy Project Colin Cutfield Golf organiser Paul Gregg District Emergency Box Scheme Alex Hutt Retired cricketer Peter Inder Historian Gavin Lees Conference Programme. District PR Advisor Ken Moody Golf organiser Brian Tong Club Projects – Top Schools.

41. EPILOGUE - REFLECTIONS PAST AND FUTURE The Celebration Dinner on 31October, 1998 commemorates the first 40 years of the Rotary Club of Terrace End and this history covers that period. In this survey we have tried to give an outline of its formation by the Rotary Club of Palmerston North in 1958 and a summary of its activities up to today with some events of special interest being covered more fully. Obviously, it has not been possible to cover the all activities of the club during these years, so we ask for your forgiveness if we have omitted subjects in our selection which you think should have been included.

The past 40 years have been momentous years socially not only in Palmerston North but throughout the whole world. In 1958 when this club was formed the community outlook was one of growth and expectation, so it was confidently predicted that Palmerston North would have a population of 100,000 by today with a similar growth in business and community activities. The “pill” changed that dream, as also did the depression of the 1980s. The economic philosophy of Michael Friedman as interpreted by Thatcher, Regan and Roger Douglas has greatly modified our working expectations. Today most of our locally established businesses have been absorbed into national or international organisations with the senior management personnel now resident outside Palmerston North.

These changes are also reflected in the history of the club. It grew rapidly and then formed the Milson Club with some club members transferring to that club. It also formed the Rotaract Club of Terrace End, which existed as a strong active club for some years but was forced to close eventually through the lack of members. Our Rotary club reached a peak of 83 members in 1973 and declined to 74 in 1985 but has continued to fall so that it has now stabilised at about 50 members. This survey of the history of the club shows that from its formation it has always been a friendly club with a wide mix of club and social activities. Besides this, it has been prominent in its dedication to social projects both locally and abroad.

Today all clubs and organisations including Rotary, Lions, Lodges, Rotaract, Zonta and the Soroptimists are having difficulties in recruiting members. Unfortunately, economic pressures and the pressure of work have changed the prevailing community philosophy today to one of “Self before Service” whereas the motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self”

So, what of the future? This year the club has held two important seminars, with David Forrest as the facilitator, to debate the subject “The Club in 2010” in an attempt to form a basic development plan for future years. Unfortunately, we do not know what living in 2010 will be like but it is certain that there will be momentous changes over the next 12 years, perhaps as great as those of the last 40 years. This should not deter us from planning. Forty years ago our founders considered that there was a need to establish the Rotary Club of Terrace End. The development of the club has been due to members not the founders and so it will be in the future, but we as present members must be positive, confident in the future of the club and its purpose for existence.

There will always be a need for service clubs whose motto is “Service Above Self”.

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Noel Cantwell Lucky Draw, Organiser of Literacy Project 42.At the THE 20 November FIFTH meeting, DECADE under 1999-2008 President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Colin Cutfield Golf organiser Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Paul Gregg District Emergency Box Scheme 42.1 Overview: boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Alex Hutt Retired cricketer Fellow Rotarians, It is with a great deal of pride and pleasure that we present to you the fifth decade edition of “Five Thirty Peter Inder Historian Wednesday”So the new Provisionalthe history Rotaryof The Club Rotary of TerraceClub of EndTerrace was End.formed, Each interestingly of the Chapters with Johncover Hubbard,a year and father are writtenof a present by the Gavin Lees Conference Programme. District PR Advisor Presidentmember Graham for that HubbardRotary year., as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Ken Moody Golf organiser the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva Oneto be ofthe the first strengths president of Rotaryof the new is theclub. blending of our traditional values with today’s needs. Hopefully the fifth decade Brian Tong Club Projects – Top Schools. Presidents’ stories herein can be an inspiration for us all, and for future Rotarians. The stories celebrate the commitment andAt a servicemeeting of onour 29 members, May, 1958, share a numberthe excitement of recommendations of their work, werethe hope made of fortheir the ideals, conduct and of the the practical new club. ways Combined these are putmeetings into practice. of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston This history is an on-going work. It reflects the practical realities of our lives. We don’t always find the time to accomplish 41. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. EPILOGUE - REFLECTIONS PAST AND FUTURE all of the things that we would like to, or to celebrate those individuals whose stories herein are incomplete now. However The Celebration Dinner on 31October, 1998 commemorates the first 40 years of the Rotary Club of Terrace End and this these3.3 will Thebe covered Provisional in future Club updates, hopefully leading to publication at another milestone in five years, and certainly in history covers that period. In this survey we have tried to give an outline of its formation by the Rotary Club of Palmerston another ten years time . North in 1958 and a summary of its activities up to today with some events of special interest being covered more fully. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Obviously, it has not been possible to cover the all activities of the club during these years, so we ask for your forgiveness if of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, we have omitted subjects in our selection which you think should have been included. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known43. PRESIDENT’S as the Regal Caterers YEAR, and that1999-2000 each member GOFF would ASHWELL: pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty The past 40 years have been momentous years socially not only in Palmerston North but throughout the whole world. Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary In 1958 when this club was formed the community outlook was one of growth and expectation, so it was confidently Club43.1 of PalmerstonBoard Members: North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 predicted that Palmerston North would have a population of 100,000 by today with a similar growth in business and atGoff Terrace Ashwell End (President), before he was Noel transferred Cantwell to(President Napier. Elect), Jim Kerr (Immediate Past President), Maurice Downing (Club), community activities. The “pill” changed that dream, as also did the depression of the 1980s. The economic philosophy Eddie Eggers (Community), Don Barnes (International), Paul Gregg (Youth), David Bridges (Vocational), Gavin Lees of Michael Friedman as interpreted by Thatcher, Regan and Roger Douglas has greatly modified our working expectations. (Secretary),Subsequent Rossbulletins Jones were (Treasurer). designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Today most of our locally established businesses have been absorbed into national or international organisations with the Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: senior management personnel now resident outside Palmerston North. 43.2 The Community Service These changes are also reflected in the history of the club. It grew rapidly and then formed the Milson Club with some TheThe Community distribution Service of Rotary committee Districts was in very NZ ably led by Eddie Eggers and one of their early functions was to operate the barbeque at the official opening of the Brain Injury Association building on West Street. This was co-ordinated by Colin club members transferring to that club. It also formed the Rotaract Club of Terrace End, which existed as a strong active The election of District Governors and their roles. Barkwith and a team of six had a great time burning sausages and onions. club for some years but was forced to close eventually through the lack of members. Our Rotary club reached a peak of 83 The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. members in 1973 and declined to 74 in 1985 but has continued to fall so that it has now stabilised at about 50 members. Harry Brown organised teams for the Daffodil Day collection and for the Heart Foundation collection with a good This survey of the history of the club shows that from its formation it has always been a friendly club with a wide mix of responseExplanation from club of avenues members of forservice. both events. Eddie’s committee was also responsible for getting the club team together club and social activities. Besides this, it has been prominent in its dedication to social projects both locally and abroad. for theWhat annual does Foodmembership Bank appeal, of Rotary and givethanks its tomembers? Jim Kerr and his daughter Anna the ranks were swelled by some Awatapu College students who helped make this another rewarding hands-on project. Defining duties. Today all clubs and organisations including Rotary, Lions, Lodges, Rotaract, Zonta and the Soroptimists are having Rotary in New Zealand. difficulties in recruiting members. Unfortunately, economic pressures and the pressure of work have changed the prevailing 43.3 The International Service Why Limited Classifications? community philosophy today to one of “Self before Service” whereas the motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self” The International Service Committee must have wondered who was in charge of them. Don Barnes was appointed as DirectorWhat but is a heRotary took club?off for Italy soon after change-over and Peter Rainford picked up the portfolio. With Don coming So, what of the future? This year the club has held two important seminars, with David Forrest as the facilitator, to debate andThe going ‘4 periodically - Way Test’ theas a twomeasuring of them stick, played etc. pass the parcel until March when Don shifted to Katikati permanently and the subject “The Club in 2010” in an attempt to form a basic development plan for future years. Unfortunately, we do not Peter took the lead role. know what living in 2010 will be like but it is certain that there will be momentous changes over the next 12 years, perhaps The bulletinmost notable dated achievement19 June included was thea committee hosting ofplan our for Ambassadorialthe club as follows: Scholar Will Fountain and his wife Portia from as great as those of the last 40 years. This should not deter us from planning. Forty years ago our founders considered that Greenfield, Mississippi. Will studied plant breeding at Massey University and the couple really were ambassadors for their there was a need to establish the Rotary Club of Terrace End. The development of the club has been due to members not country. Peter and Margaret were counsellors for the exchange and went the extra mile to make the Fountains welcome and the founders and so it will be in the future, but we as present members must be positive, confident in the future of the club sortBoard out of any Directors hiccups during their stay, helped by all the club members who took them on trips or for meals. and its purpose for existence. TheJack Sylvaexchange got a Triple A rating in theGeorge annual Stuart report. Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer This committee was also responsible for the hosting, billeting and the programme for the visit to Palmerston North There will always be a need for service clubs whose motto is “Service Above Self”. byPresident the Group Study Exchange team fromTreasurer the Lakes District in England.Vice-President The visit was onlySecretary for a couple of days but the organisation required is complex and the organisers did a great job. Directors The International Service committee also coordinated the NZ-Australia Matched Student exchange when Rachel Coburn wentClub to Service Australia and Katie Willett came Vocationalto Palmerston Service North. LaterCommunity on Brian and Service Alison DoddsInternational were the Servicecounsellors for this exchange. WeBill filledSomerville one Emergency Box and toppedNeil off Turnbull another that had beenMerv started Dymock by the Inner WheelGeorge club Stuart of Palmerston North, and also sent a set of dictionaries to a class in Goldie College in the Solomon Islands where Bruce Markwell’s brother was Members the Principal. This was one of those projects where we knew that the funds and effort spent got to the correct end user and wereBulletin well appreciated.Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig

Fellowship43.4 Youth ServiceHarold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Paul Gregg2 Every headed Rotarian the isYouth an example Service to committee youth. and they had a very full year with the traditional projects. The Literacy in Schools reading programme was coordinated by Peter Pitman. This is an ongoing project that proved very successful and Page 112 PagePage 113105 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 rewarding to all who took part - both the readers and the listeners. McDonalds sponsored Top Schools in March and the event was very popular with the schools again this year. Club members and spouses, volunteered their time and energy to organise the games. Again the ranks were swelled by pupils from Awatapu College, Girls High School and Boys High School who helped. Allan Gillingham headed the team to select two RYPEN and one RYLA candidates and they all spoke very enthusiastically of the benefits of the courses when they visited the club to give their reports.

43.5 Vocational Service David Bridges was Director of the Vocational Service committee and the Group Management Study programme was a first class affair with more participants than usual taking part. When a presentation was made to the club after the course, there were some very complimentary accolades from the students, the Massey School of Business, Vision Manawatu and the commercial businesses involved, for the way that the course had been structured. David’s team with Jim Kerr, Sue Forde and Bruce Markwell to the fore had done an excellent job.

43.6 Club Service The Club Service committee is traditionally the busiest committee in the club and Maurice Downing and his team provided us with a busy and interesting year. Thanks to the programme team of Bob Hodgson, Malcolm Busch, Richard Bullock and Jim Essen we had a diverse range of speakers throughout the year. We also had a varied selection of visits which included a breakfast at Wharerata, a meal at Options, the Ucol restaurant, together with a presentation from their CEO, a tour of the NZ Post Mail Centre, and an evening of lawn bowls plus a meal at the Hokowhitu Bowling Club organised by John Cromie. Ross Jones and Brian Tong arranged the Fellowship dinners and these again proved a wonderful way of getting to know fellow members.

Then there were the projects that the whole club was involved in. For the Charity Golf tournament in November Maurice Marshment, Bruce Markwell and Colin Barkwith did a sterling job in getting sponsorship and prizes together. After a very good day of golf the club was able to present the Brain Injury Association with a cheque for $5000.00. Thanks to a grant from a District fund plus a top-up from the club we were also able to present the Association with a dust extractor for their workshop. Allan Caddick was captain of the Meals on Wheels team and a dozen of us were rostered every two or three months to help with this well worthwhile community service. Gavin Lees put Palmerston North on the international cricket map, organising a game against a team of cricket loving Rotarians from England. The club members billeted the players and their wives and some long term international friendships were established from the visit. Dick Rawstron, Peter Inder and Jim Esson made two more very comprehensive applications to international institutions on behalf of Catherine Hamlin for her work at the fistula hospital in Ethiopia.

43.7. Memorial Education Trust The Memorial Education Trust chaired by Lloyd Love made grants totalling $4000.00 to three talented young people who were able to pursue their dreams a bit further. Emma Hawke was able to go to the Sports Climbing World Cup in England, Catherine Burton was able to purchase a clarinet and travel with an orchestra to Europe, and PeterWardell, a physical education student was able to complete an exchange with a student from Alberta.

In September we lost a very valuable member of the club with the death of Noel Smith who had been a member for 30 years. He had been a popular personality within the club and in the wider community with his interest in education and sport, particularly rugby and harness racing and he was posthumously awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship.

43.8. Membership. There were five resignations during the year; Graham Wilson, David Grant, Bob Hodgson, Martyn Dunne and Peter Inder. All these people had given great service to the club and it’s very difficult to replace all the experience that disappeared with those resignations. Peter had been in the club for 40 years and was always willing to take on projects. Only one new member, Robin Sharp, was inducted.

We finished the year with a Presidential Citation for our efforts so it can’t have been too disastrous a year!

Page 106114 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End rewarding to all who took part - both the readers and the listeners. At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the McDonalds sponsored Top Schools in March and the event was very popular with the schools again this year. Club Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 members and spouses, volunteered their time and energy to organise the games. Again the ranks were swelled by pupils again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised from Awatapu College, Girls High School and Boys High School who helped. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Allan Gillingham headed the team to select two RYPEN and one RYLA candidates and they all spoke very enthusiastically of the benefits of the courses when they visited the club to give their reports. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and 43.5 Vocational Service Thethe first Brain meeting Injury was photo to be -held Maureen on 22 Jenkins,May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva President of BIACD and Janet Webb, Secretary David Bridges was Director of the Vocational Service committee and the Group Management Study programme was a to be the first president of the new club. of BIACD. Presentation of $5000 cheque. first class affair with more participants than usual taking part. When a presentation was made to the club after the course, there were some very complimentary accolades from the students, the Massey School of Business, Vision Manawatu and At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined the commercial businesses involved, for the way that the course had been structured. David’s team with Jim Kerr, Sue Forde meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of and Bruce Markwell to the fore had done an excellent job. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 43.6 Club Service 3.3 The Provisional Club The Club Service committee is traditionally the busiest committee in the club and Maurice Downing and his team provided us with a busy and interesting year. Thanks to the programme team of Bob Hodgson, Malcolm Busch, Richard Bullock and In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Jim Essen we had a diverse range of speakers throughout the year. We also had a varied selection of visits which included of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, a breakfast at Wharerata, a meal at Options, the Ucol restaurant, together with a presentation from their CEO, a tour of was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, the NZ Post Mail Centre, and an evening of lawn bowls plus a meal at the Hokowhitu Bowling Club organised by John known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Cromie. Ross Jones and Brian Tong arranged the Fellowship dinners and these again proved a wonderful way of getting Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary to know fellow members. Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Proof that the gifts of school dictionaries reached Then there were the projects that the whole club was involved in. For the Charity Golf tournament in November Maurice the intended destination. Marshment, Bruce Markwell and Colin Barkwith did a sterling job in getting sponsorship and prizes together. After a very Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, good day of golf the club was able to present the Brain Injury Association with a cheque for $5000.00. Thanks to a grant Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but from a District fund plus a top-up from the club we were also able to present the Association with a dust extractor for their concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: workshop. Allan Caddick was captain of the Meals on Wheels team and a dozen of us were rostered every two or three months to The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ help with this well worthwhile community service. The election of District Governors and their roles. Gavin Lees put Palmerston North on the international cricket map, organising a game against a team of cricket loving The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Rotarians from England. The club members billeted the players and their wives and some long term international friendships Explanation of avenues of service. were established from the visit. Dick Rawstron, Peter Inder and Jim Esson made two more very comprehensive applications to international institutions What does membership of Rotary give its members? on behalf of Catherine Hamlin for her work at the fistula hospital in Ethiopia. Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. 43.7. Memorial Education Trust Why Limited Classifications? Will and Portia Fountain with Margaret and The Memorial Education Trust chaired by Lloyd Love made grants totalling $4000.00 to three talented young people What is a Rotary club? Peter Rainford. who were able to pursue their dreams a bit further. Emma Hawke was able to go to the Sports Climbing World Cup in The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. England, Catherine Burton was able to purchase a clarinet and travel with an orchestra to Europe, and PeterWardell, a physical education student was able to complete an exchange with a student from Alberta. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: In September we lost a very valuable member of the club with the death of Noel Smith who had been a member for 30 years. He had been a popular personality within the club and in the wider community with his interest in education and Board of Directors sport, particularly rugby and harness racing and he was posthumously awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 43.8. Membership. President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary There were five resignations during the year; Graham Wilson, David Grant, Bob Hodgson, Martyn Dunne and Peter 44. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2000-2001 NOEL CANTWELL: Directors Inder. All these people had given great service to the club and it’s very difficult to replace all the experience that disappeared with those resignations. Peter had been in the club for 40 years and was always willing to take on projects. Only one new Club44.1 Service Board Members: Vocational Service Community Service International Service member, Robin Sharp, was inducted. Noel Cantwell (President), Paul Gregg (President Elect), Goff Ashwell (Immediate Past President), Richard Bullock (Club), Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Harry Brown (Community), Peter Rainford (International), Allan Gillingham (Vocational), Gavin Lees (Secretary), Ross We finished the year with a Presidential Citation for our efforts so it can’t have been too disastrous a year! JonesMembers (Treasurer). Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 44.2 The Rotary International Theme for 2000-2001 Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell “Create awareness and take action” This ideal was put to the Club in June 2000 at a very pleasant changeover evening enjoyed2 by Every all. Rotarian is an example to youth.

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44.3 Overview Considerable time and effort was expended in endeavouring to increase membership this year. Although the success of this was a little disappointing the committee was happy with the numerous club visits and partners evenings. Substantial finance was raised for several projects and the fellowship was as good as ever. This year saw the introduction of the “three minute talk” – this proved popular and enabled us all to know each other better. Also Peter Pitman gave us a year of exceptional graces.

44.4 Projects A major initiative for the Club was the creation of a Reading Group for Primary School Children. The District Governor had identified that a significant benefit in reading and pronunciation skills could result if children read to an adult, on a one to one basis, for 20 minutes, once a week. In every case the children were really enthusiastic and looked forward to their weekly ‘read’ – the success of this was due to the enthusiasm and dedication of the volunteers. Harry Brown organised a most successful golf tournament, with 120 participants. The Club was able to present the Arthritis Foundation with $5000. Vallis Peet won the Reg Dixon Memorial Trophy. Top Schools again had the full co-operation of everyone. Invitations had been sent to 80 schools and a wonderful day was enjoyed. May saw a lot of work culminate in a very successful “Men’s Health Forum”. This event was well attended by the public and the speakers were outstanding. David Bridges, together with Vision Manawatu, organised a most successful “Business Ethics Award” evening. Entries were received from over 100 Manawatu business firms which ensured a great evening. The guest speaker was Dick Hubbard. In February we held a very successful Club BBQ, and supplied collectors to the Heart Foundation Day appeal. Once again collectors were supplied for Daffodil Day. We also donated $500 to Feilding’s Pro-Drive project.

44.5 Club programme Richard Bullock and his Club committee organised some exceptional speakers – The Russian Ambassador Mr Shabannikov, Richard Prebble, Don Brash, Sir Brian Ellwood, Heather Peart (aide-de-comp to Governor General). These were interspersed with talks on guide dogs, foot and mouth disease, climbing the Pyrenees, peace keeping in East Timor, battling the varroa mite etc. A very pleasant Christmas function was enjoyed by all. Members had to wear suitable hats and read limericks they had composed. March saw us visit the Rotary Club of Levin, and also the Rotary Club of Palmerson North to meet the visiting G S E team. One of our most enjoyable evenings was a real fun “bottle auction” which raised $600 for the Fred Hollows Foundation.

44.6 Other activities Terrace End participated in updating the Rotary Home Exchange Project – a worldwide project. Gavin Johanson and Mike Cross represented us on the District 9940 Rotary Foundation committee. and the Club announced plans to establish an internet web site with Jim Kerr as the internet communication officer.

44.7 Youth support Funds were supplied for a Palmerston North Girls’ High School student to attend the prestigious “Genesis Research National Science and Technology week” in January 2001 in Auckland. Our two participants in the RYPEN weekend hosted by the Taihape Rotary Club, spoke to the Club on the challenges that they faced.

44.8 Memorial Education Trust Lloyd Love once again organised the prestige event of our Club – that of the Terrace End Rotary Club Memorial Education Trust. Involving tremendous time and effort his committee selected three accomplished young finalists. A wonderful evening saw them presented with cheques to help them follow their dreams.

44.9 Tributes This Rotary year saw the passing of two real Rotary stalwarts. Bernard Yorke was a director and secretary for many years and a very active and an involved member all the time he was with the club. He had a special interest in the earlier major project involving the mini motor bikes. Steve Pilalis was one of nature’s true gentlemen. He was a committed Rotarian for whom nothing was too much trouble. A real worker on any project and one of those people that everyone likes instinctively.

During the year a trophy in memory of that wonderful Rotarian Noel Smith, who died in September 1999, was presented to Freyberg High, where he was previously Principal.

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44.3 Overview At the44.10 20 NovemberFinal comment meeting, by Noelunder President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Considerable time and effort was expended in endeavouring to increase membership this year. Although the success of 2000-2001Palmerston Northwas an clubenjoyable sponsor year a new– we club felt ina lot this had area. been This achieved matter but was there discussed were alsoat the a numberclub assembly of items on still17 toMarch, be done. 1958 this was a little disappointing the committee was happy with the numerous club visits and partners evenings. Substantial Weagain had chaired a great by committee President whoJohn allHubbard. worked well. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised finance was raised for several projects and the fellowship was as good as ever. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. This year saw the introduction of the “three minute talk” – this proved popular and enabled us all to know each other better. Also Peter Pitman gave us a year of exceptional graces. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and 44.4 Projects the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. A major initiative for the Club was the creation of a Reading Group for Primary School Children. The District Governor President Noel at the Business Ethics Award with had identified that a significant benefit in reading and pronunciation skills could result if children read to an adult, on a guestAt a meetingspeaker, Dickon 29 Hubbard. May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined one to one basis, for 20 minutes, once a week. In every case the children were really enthusiastic and looked forward to meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of their weekly ‘read’ – the success of this was due to the enthusiasm and dedication of the volunteers. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Harry Brown organised a most successful golf tournament, with 120 participants. The Club was able to present the North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Arthritis Foundation with $5000. Vallis Peet won the Reg Dixon Memorial Trophy. Top Schools again had the full co-operation of everyone. Invitations had been sent to 80 schools and a wonderful day was 3.3 The Provisional Club enjoyed. May saw a lot of work culminate in a very successful “Men’s Health Forum”. This event was well attended by the public In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club and the speakers were outstanding. of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, David Bridges, together with Vision Manawatu, organised a most successful “Business Ethics Award” evening. Entries were was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, received from over 100 Manawatu business firms which ensured a great evening. The guest speaker was Dick Hubbard. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty In February we held a very successful Club BBQ, and supplied collectors to the Heart Foundation Day appeal. Once again Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary collectors were supplied for Daffodil Day. We also donated $500 to Feilding’s Pro-Drive project. Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 44.5 Club programme Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Richard Bullock and his Club committee organised some exceptional speakers – The Russian Ambassador Mr Shabannikov, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that.Terrace He madeEnd Rotary brief mention Literacy ofProject the speakers with those but Richard Prebble, Don Brash, Sir Brian Ellwood, Heather Peart (aide-de-comp to Governor General). These were concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new membersvolunteers under who helpedheadings with such tutoring. as: interspersed with talks on guide dogs, foot and mouth disease, climbing the Pyrenees, peace keeping in East Timor, battling the varroa mite etc. The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ A very pleasant Christmas function was enjoyed by all. Members had to wear suitable hats and read limericks they had composed. March saw us visit the Rotary Club of Levin, and also the Rotary Club of Palmerson North to meet the visiting The election of District Governors and their roles. G S E team. One of our most enjoyable evenings was a real fun “bottle auction” which raised $600 for the Fred Hollows The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Foundation. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? 44.6 Other activities Defining duties. Terrace End participated in updating the Rotary Home Exchange Project – a worldwide project. Rotary in New Zealand. Gavin Johanson and Mike Cross represented us on the District 9940 Rotary Foundation committee. 45. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2001-2002 PAUL GREGG: and the Club announced plans to establish an internet web site with Jim Kerr as the internet communication officer. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? 45.1 Board Members: 44.7 Youth support The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Paul Gregg (President), Ross Jones (President Elect), Noel Cantwell (Immediate Past President), Allan Gillingham Funds were supplied for a Palmerston North Girls’ High School student to attend the prestigious “Genesis Research (Community/Vocational), Sue Forde (International /Youth), Harry Brown (Club). Maurice Marshment (Secretary), The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: National Science and Technology week” in January 2001 in Auckland. Our two participants in the RYPEN weekend Dennis Pilkington (Treasurer) hosted by the Taihape Rotary Club, spoke to the Club on the challenges that they faced. Board45.2 of Rotary Directors International Theme “Mankind is our Business” 44.8 Memorial Education Trust TheJack clubSylva embraced this theme in two ways.George Firstly, Stuart a breakfast meetingBill Somerville was held at WharerataLindsay when Spencermoney was raised to Lloyd Love once again organised the prestige event of our Club – that of the Terrace End Rotary Club Memorial Education support the Rotary Foundation Avoidable Blindness project centering round an eye hospital in Bhopal India. The guest Trust. Involving tremendous time and effort his committee selected three accomplished young finalists. A wonderful speakerPresident was Dr. Surrinder Sagger who spokeTreasurer of India and current issues.Vice-President $500 was raised whichSecretary included proceeds from a evening saw them presented with cheques to help them follow their dreams. bottle auction. Directors Secondly, the club (led by Dick Rawstron) nominated Elinor Catherine Hamlin for the Prince Mahidol Award for her 44.9 Tributes workClub at Service the hospital in Ethiopia dealing withVocational fistula sufferers.Service PreviouslyCommunity the club Service had been successfulInternational in her Service gaining a world This Rotary year saw the passing of two real Rotary stalwarts. humanitarian award of US$100,000 in 1997. Bernard Yorke was a director and secretary for many years and a very active and an involved member all the time he was TheBill SomervilleProgramme Committee maintainedNeil a highTurnbull standard of interestingMerv Dymock weekly talks. A selectionGeorge Stuartfrom these included with the club. He had a special interest in the earlier major project involving the mini motor bikes. “Coping with Retirement” which featured club members Sue Forde (recent retirement) John Cromie ( retired a while) and Members Steve Pilalis was one of nature’s true gentlemen. He was a committed Rotarian for whom nothing was too much trouble. Colin Barkwith (retired for a long time). “Sailing in the Southern Ocean” by Nigel Jolly, gave us graphic descriptions of A real worker on any project and one of those people that everyone likes instinctively. cuttingBulletin his boat (Braveheart)Lindsay Spencerthrough theRay ice Amerand the many dangersBob faced. Burt The District GSEHarry team Craig that went to the Lake District gave interesting talks to 85 Rotarians and partners from local Rotary clubs, The team members were chosen on During the year a trophy in memory of that wonderful Rotarian Noel Smith, who died in September 1999, was presented theFellowship basis of having anHarold environmental Parlane emphasis.Tom Baker Other speakers withPeter an Caldwellenvironmental slantBill were Howell John Holland and the to Freyberg High, where he was previously Principal. protected “New Zealand Falcon”. John provided a fascinating address and brought along “Bakela” which he is allowed to 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. keep at home. Ralph Sims’ talk on “How to Reduce Greenhouse Gases” was a timely and futuristic look at what one could

Page 116 PagePage 117109 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 do to assist in reducing the effects of climate change. It was also a new members night. David Bridges, who is an engineer with an environmental interest, held us captive with his talk on Infrastructure planning to avoid traffic chaos in Palmerston North and environs. Dennis Hocking spoke on “Forestry Prospects and Problems” and emphasised that quality was all-important but commercial operations were slow to recognise this. Harry Brown gave us an insight into the trials and tribulations of a civil court case where he was one of the 17 defendants as a director of the Tui Dairy Company The Memorial Trust Awardees night was another unforgettable event with four awardees gaining grants. Projects A major project was the charitable golf match, with Ross Jones as leader. This tournament raised $6000 that benefited Drug-Arm, a local charity dealing with the problems of drug use. A feature of this tournament was the assistance of members from the Rotary club of Awapuni. The Stewart Centre Trust for Brain Injury was assisted in the painting of interior rooms. The annual Top Schools event was held in March, under the leadership of Richard Bullock with about 600 schoolchildren attending. After 11 years helping Red Cross to regularly distribute Meals on Wheels, the club decided to withdraw their services due to lack of club members able to support this project.

45.3 Fellowship events Several partners’ nights were held. One memorable occasion was a talk and cheese tasting with Kapiti Cheese staff from Paraparaumu. Other events of note were the Christmas function when several members and their wives recounted family happenings at Christmas time. The District Conference provided an opportunity to share in fellowship with other Rotarians and a team comprising Paul and Annette Gregg, Allan Gillingham, Dorothy Booth, Ross and Barbara Jones represented the club. The two highlights were an inspirational talk from Rob Hamell who rowed the Atlantic Ocean with Phil Stubbs, and the evening cabaret at Westpac Stadium where the theme was Old King Cole’s party, aptly coined by John Cole the District Governor. The annual BBQ was another successful fellowship event and held at Paul and Annette Gregg’s house on the day of a one- day cricket match..

45.4 Membership The aim this year was to increase membership by five however only three new members were inducted- Lew Findlay, Bob Reddington and Brian McKay. Bob Reddington was a former club member. Not long after his induction Lew Findlay was appointed a city councillor. The club was disappointed to receive Gavin Lees’s resignation mid year, citing a change in direction by undertaking academic studies. He has since progressed to gaining a PhD and is now lecturing at a University in Melbourne. Gavin made many contributions to the club including a year as President (1995-96) and as leader of a successful debating team. Bill Johnston, a long-standing previous member of the club passed away during the year. Bill joined the club in 1961 and continued as an active member until 1986, when he became an honorary member. During that time he was vocational service director and President in 1971-72. When he was President, our club took an active part in providing a substantial Rotary contribution to the building of the Convention centre and Globe theatre on railway land. He used Rotary to assist in providing youth with opportunities to enjoy fellowship and gain leadership and managerial skills by establishing a Rotaract club for 17-24 year olds in 1972. He was also involved in setting up the Milson Rotary club in 1973. Bill’s long and dedicated commitment to the Rotary movement was recognised in 1992 when as an honorary member he was made a Paul Harris Fellow.

45.5 Bulletin Under the able editorial leadership of Eddie Eggers, the bulletin moved into the new age by being circulated via email and including digital photos which greatly enhanced its value to members.

45.6 Features of the 2001-2002 year There were many interesting and informative talks, including the 3 minute talks. In conjunction with the Rotary Club of Awapuni raising $6000 for Drug-Arm at the Charity golf tournament revising the club constitution and by-laws; the September 11th horror and fallout; good fellowship and full turnouts at firesides; the successful merging of the previous Community and Vocational committees and the International and Youth committees.

45.7 Changeover 2002 Formal proceedings commenced with a Valedictory Address from outgoing President Paul Gregg. In it he reviewed the goals set one year earlier, most of which had been achieved, or the wheels set in motion to do so. Paul described his period as President as challenging, often very frustrating, but on balance most enjoyable. He was aided by a constructive and proactive Board which undertook efficient handling of the club affairs. He thanked all for their contributions.

Page 110118 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End do to assist in reducing the effects of climate change. It was also a new members night. David Bridges, who is an engineer At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the with an environmental interest, held us captive with his talk on Infrastructure planning to avoid traffic chaos in Palmerston Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 North and environs. again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Dennis Hocking spoke on “Forestry Prospects and Problems” and emphasised that quality was all-important but commercial boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. operations were slow to recognise this. Harry Brown gave us an insight into the trials and tribulations of a civil court case where he was one of the 17 defendants as a director of the Tui Dairy Company So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present The Memorial Trust Awardees night was another unforgettable event with four awardees gaining grants. member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club.Valedictory The newaddress club from had outgoing22 initial President members Paul and Projects the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional inductionGregg date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva A major project was the charitable golf match, with Ross Jones as leader. This tournament raised $6000 that benefited to be the first president of the new club. Drug-Arm, a local charity dealing with the problems of drug use. A feature of this tournament was the assistance of members from the Rotary club of Awapuni. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined The Stewart Centre Trust for Brain Injury was assisted in the painting of interior rooms. The annual Top Schools event was meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of held in March, under the leadership of Richard Bullock with about 600 schoolchildren attending. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston After 11 years helping Red Cross to regularly distribute Meals on Wheels, the club decided to withdraw their services due North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. to lack of club members able to support this project. 3.3 The Provisional Club 45.3 Fellowship events In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Several partners’ nights were held. One memorable occasion was a talk and cheese tasting with Kapiti Cheese staff from of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Paraparaumu. Other events of note were the Christmas function when several members and their wives recounted family was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, happenings at Christmas time. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty District Conference in the Westpac Trust Stadium The District Conference provided an opportunity to share in fellowship with other Rotarians and a team comprising Paul Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary 2002. Paul (Old King Cole), Allan Gillingham and Annette Gregg, Allan Gillingham, Dorothy Booth, Ross and Barbara Jones represented the club. The two highlights Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club (Queen of Hearts) Ross Jones (Knave of Hearts) were an inspirational talk from Rob Hamell who rowed the Atlantic Ocean with Phil Stubbs, and the evening cabaret at at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 and Annette Gregg and Dorothy Booth as the Westpac Stadium where the theme was Old King Cole’s party, aptly coined by John Cole the District Governor. stolen tarts. The annual BBQ was another successful fellowship event and held at Paul and Annette Gregg’s house on the day of a one- Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, day cricket match.. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 45.4 Membership The aim this year was to increase membership by five however only three new members were inducted- Lew Findlay, Bob The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Reddington and Brian McKay. Bob Reddington was a former club member. Not long after his induction Lew Findlay The election of District Governors and their roles. was appointed a city councillor. The club was disappointed to receive Gavin Lees’s resignation mid year, citing a change in The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. direction by undertaking academic studies. He has since progressed to gaining a PhD and is now lecturing at a University Explanation of avenues of service. in Melbourne. Gavin made many contributions to the club including a year as President (1995-96) and as leader of a successful debating team. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Bill Johnston, a long-standing previous member of the club passed away during the year. Bill joined the club in 1961 and Defining duties. continued as an active member until 1986, when he became an honorary member. During that time he was vocational Rotary in New Zealand. The annual Club BBQ at Paul and Annette’s service director and President in 1971-72. When he was President, our club took an active part in providing a substantial Why Limited Classifications? home. Richard Bullock, Eddie Eggers, Gavin Rotary contribution to the building of the Convention centre and Globe theatre on railway land. He used Rotary to assist Johanson, Vallis Peet and Allan Walters in providing youth with opportunities to enjoy fellowship and gain leadership and managerial skills by establishing a What is a Rotary club? Rotaract club for 17-24 year olds in 1972. He was also involved in setting up the Milson Rotary club in 1973. Bill’s long The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. and dedicated commitment to the Rotary movement was recognised in 1992 when as an honorary member he was made a Paul Harris Fellow. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

45.5 Bulletin Board of Directors Under the able editorial leadership of Eddie Eggers, the bulletin moved into the new age by being circulated via email and including digital photos which greatly enhanced its value to members. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 46.President PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2002-2003Treasurer ROSS JONES:Vice-President Secretary 45.6 Features of the 2001-2002 year Out-going President Paul Gregg installed Ross Jones as the 44th President of the Rotary Club of Terrace End on the June Directors There were many interesting and informative talks, including the 3 minute talks. In conjunction with the Rotary Club 26, 2002. Pins denoting office were exchanged. of Awapuni raising $6000 for Drug-Arm at the Charity golf tournament revising the club constitution and by-laws; the Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service September 11th horror and fallout; good fellowship and full turnouts at firesides; the successful merging of the previous Community and Vocational committees and the International and Youth committees. Bill46.1 Somerville Board Members: Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Ross Jones (President), David Bridges (President Elect), Paul Gregg (Immediate Past President), Malcolm Busch (Club), Members 45.7 Changeover 2002 International/Youth (Vallis Peet), Community/Vocation (Sue Forde), Maurice Marshment (Secretary), Peter Rainford (Treasurer). Formal proceedings commenced with a Valedictory Address from outgoing President Paul Gregg. In it he reviewed the Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig President Ross introduced the Rotary International Theme for 2002-03 “Sow the Seeds of Love”, by way of the message goals set one year earlier, most of which had been achieved, or the wheels set in motion to do so. Paul described his period Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell as President as challenging, often very frustrating, but on balance most enjoyable. He was aided by a constructive and from World President Bhichai Rattakul. This message addressed Rotarians, families and friends, who have made Rotary proactive Board which undertook efficient handling of the club affairs. He thanked all for their contributions. what it 2is Everytoday Rotarian and what is anit willexample be in to theyouth. future.

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46.2 RI Presidents message Although Rotary has been moving steadily forward for more than 97 years, RI President Bhichai Rattakul said that ‘we have barely scratched the surface. During 2002-03, we must do all that we can, and this is especially important in the area of international service. Our unique structure of independent, community-based clubs united by shared Rotarian values is ideally suited to tackle global problems. When we reach across borders and oceans to collaborate on international service projects, we turn strangers into friends. And a world filled with friends is a world filled with love’. That is why the RI President is calling on all the Rotarians worldwide to always “Sow the Seeds of Love”. ‘Every act of service we perform is like a seed, growing a bountiful crop of love throughout our world. May our continued commitment help our Clubs and our communities grow stronger and reap the bountiful harvest of our service. Let us go forth in 2002-03, and Sow the Seeds of Love.’

46.3 Polio Plus A further goal of R.I. President Bhichai Rattakul is to complete the victory against polio. The Polio Plus Campaign was a 20-year project that began in 1985 with a goal to have a polio free world by 2005, the 100th anniversary of Rotary.

46.4 Club administration “Sow the seeds of Love”was the challenge World President Bhichai Rattakul put to us. We are told that people who join Rotary do so first and foremost for fellowship and service. A smooth running club is necessary for either of these activities to be successful. With this requirement in mind the new board went to work with their planning and by changeover had the Club’s Rotary year well planned. Club Committee – There is a lot of work necessary behind the scenes for meetings to run smoothly and be enjoyable. Club director Malcolm Busch had the programme committee working overtime, and before the year started had every meeting planned up to July of the following Rotary year for good measure. The Club programme committee decided to encourage job talks, hold joint meetings with other clubs, have four partners’ nights besides changeover and the Christmas function, and include thirty percent women speakers. By year’s end we found that twenty percent of members gave talks to the Club, we had four partners’ nights, two new members nights, two club visits, two Club assemblies, a Sunday outing for a breakfast meeting, and more than thirty percent of the speakers were women.

46.5 Charity Golf Tournament Also under the direction of Club committee the annual Charity Golf Tournament was organized by Allan Gillingham and his sub committee. Held at Palmerston North Golf Club on the November 1, 2002. Awapuni Rotary Club again assisted with organisation and manpower on the day. This joint club involvement added a further Rotary fellowship dimension to the Tournament and proved very enjoyable for all involved. After all expenses the joint clubs were able to make a donation of $5000 to the Rotary Club of Terrace End’s Memorial Education Trust, this year’s selected charity, and provide each of the Terrace End and Awapuni clubs with $500 for club funds. The principal sponsor was Plinius Audio Systems, with 24 other sponsors, and 26 businesses providing prizes.

46.6 Social events Social events that we enjoyed included partners’ nights, fellowship dinners, the GSE team visit, a BBQ at Caccia Birch, District Conference, a very successful visit from Forest Hill Rotary Club, Victoria Australia, and a special combined Palmerston North Rotary Club’s Gourmet Charity Dinner for the District Governor’s visit. With the proceeds of the charity auction going to the Manawatu Life Education Trust. For the ‘Girls Night Out’, all the wives and partners of club members were invited to leave the guys at home, and share each other’s company and an evening meal at the home of Barbara Jones.

46.7 International/Youth - Vallis Peet and his committee looked after the various international student programmes, including the sponsorship of Elizabeth Waugh to Outward Bound School, two students nominated for Australia/New Zealand Matched Student Exchange, a RYLA candidate, one RYPEN student, student to the Genesis Research National Science and Technology forum, purchase of 24 dictionaries and the filling of 10 other cartons of books to a school in the Solomon Islands, raising $500 for the youth project “Pro-drive”, and supplying a further “Emergency Box” to the value of $530. In June, Director Vallis announced to the Club that Terrace End had met the club goal set by R.I. President Bhichai Rattakul to complete the victory against polio, and had raised $5700 toward this worthwhile cause. This amount was in addition to the $10,000 that the club had raised in previous years.

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46.2 RI Presidents message At the46.8 20 Community/Vocation November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Although Rotary has been moving steadily forward for more than 97 years, RI President Bhichai Rattakul said that ‘we PalmerstonA hallmark Northof Terrace club End sponsor Rotary a new Club club is its in commitment this area. This to communitymatter was discussedand vocation at the service. club assembly This year on was17 noMarch, exception. 1958 have barely scratched the surface. During 2002-03, we must do all that we can, and this is especially important in the area Underagain chaired the guidance by President of Director John Hubbard. Sue Forde Thethe committeeclub approved organized unanimously or assisted the formationwith the following of a new -club Heart with Foundation the revised of international service. Our unique structure of independent, community-based clubs united by shared Rotarian values is Appeal,boundary Cancer line being Society’s 100 yardsDaffodil West ofDay Albert appeal, St, therunning Manawatu from the Masters Manawatu Games, River painted to Richardson’s the Brain Line. Injury Trust House, ideally suited to tackle global problems. When we reach across borders and oceans to collaborate on international service and established a further Probus Club in the city. As a fundraiser under the direction of committee member, Lloyd Love projects, we turn strangers into friends. And a world filled with friends is a world filled with love’. That is why the RI organisedSo the new a specialProvisional Keynote Rotary Speakers Club eventof Terrace early inEnd July was to formed,start the interestinglyyear off. The with speakers John Hubbard, were Bryce father Courtney of a presentand John President is calling on all the Rotarians worldwide to always “Sow the Seeds of Love”. ‘Every act of service we perform is Eales.member These Graham speakers Hubbard proved, as Presidentpopular and of theraised Palmerston $3000 for North the Club’sRotary MemorialClub. The Education new club Trust. had 22 initial members and like a seed, growing a bountiful crop of love throughout our world. May our continued commitment help our Clubs and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva our communities grow stronger and reap the bountiful harvest of our service. Let us go forth in 2002-03, and Sow the to be the first president of the new club. Seeds of Love.’ 46.9 Membership ToAt aremain meeting viable, on 29 a RotaryMay, 1958, club musta number retain of its recommendations current members wereand inductmade forand the retain conduct new, ofqualified the new club.members. Combined Because membershipmeetings of thein RotaryPalmerston is by invitationNorth and only, Terrace club End members committees must reach were outto be to heldfriends, and family, one director business and associates, three members and other of 46.3 Polio Plus communitythe Palmerston members North byClub asking should them be todetailed join. The to attend membership the Terrace committee End weekly target meetings. for 2002-03 Lindsay was fiveSpencer new, a members.Palmerston Two A further goal of R.I. President Bhichai Rattakul is to complete the victory against polio. The Polio Plus Campaign was a newNorth member Rotarian, Club was nights placed were on loanplanned, to the and new they club requested to act as itseach secretary Club member and to help to invite the club a prospective to become member. established. Results 20-year project that began in 1985 with a goal to have a polio free world by 2005, the 100th anniversary of Rotary. were mixed, on the first new member nights four prospects were introduced, and on the second fifteen guests were hosted. However,3.3 The four Provisionalnew members Club were inducted during the Rotary year, Reg Bridewell, Jeff Bundy-Cooke, Jim Wild, and NevilleIn the first Mooney. bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 46.4 Club administration Theof Terrace resignation End would of Jim take Esson place (President at the Ross 1997-98) Intermediate was received School onwith Monday, regret. Jim 9 June made at 5.45pm.many contributions The Principal, to the Frank Club Cliftand, “Sow the seeds of Love”was the challenge World President Bhichai Rattakul put to us. We are told that people who join wasserved one on of a thenumber foundation of Club members committees of the during club. his He 16-plus also announced years. that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Rotary do so first and foremost for fellowship and service. A smooth running club is necessary for either of these activities known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty to be successful. With this requirement in mind the new board went to work with their planning and by changeover had Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary the Club’s Rotary year well planned. Club46.10 of Palmerston Tributes North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Club Committee – There is a lot of work necessary behind the scenes for meetings to run smoothly and be enjoyable. atClub Terrace members End beforewere deeply he was saddened transferred to tolearn Napier. of the2 death of Ralph Rowbotham in August of this year. Ralph was a Paul Club director Malcolm Busch had the programme committee working overtime, and before the year started had every Harris Fellow, and a 25-plus year Rotarian who served his Club well. Ralph entered into all aspects of the Rotary World. meeting planned up to July of the following Rotary year for good measure. The Club programme committee decided to HeSubsequent attended bulletins nearly every were working designed bee to andinform helped members to initiate on Rotary many. mattersHis most and notable with his achievement joint responsibilities was the part of heSecretary, played encourage job talks, hold joint meetings with other clubs, have four partners’ nights besides changeover and the Christmas asBulletin Chairman Editor of andCommunity Rotary Information Service when Officer, he set up Lindsay Senior NetSpencer and did of just his that. continuing He made involvement brief mention in this of verythe speakers worthwhile but function, and include thirty percent women speakers. By year’s end we found that twenty percent of members gave talks organisation.concentrated onSoon conveying after Ralph’s a good death deal Pauline of Rotary graciously Information acknowledged to the new the members importance under of headings Rotary in such the as:life of Ralph by to the Club, we had four partners’ nights, two new members nights, two club visits, two Club assemblies, a Sunday outing the donation of $1000 to The Memorial Education Trust. She died just a short time later. Then Ted Valentine died in May for a breakfast meeting, and more than thirty percent of the speakers were women. of 2003.The Bothdistribution Ralph andof Rotary Ted were Districts members in NZof long standing, and led many worthwhile Club projects. They were always firstThe to helpelection with ofany District jobs, andGovernors will be sadlyand their missed roles. by all Rotary friends and acquaintances. 46.5 Charity Golf Tournament The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Also under the direction of Club committee the annual Charity Golf Tournament was organized by Allan Gillingham and 46.11Explanation Concluding of avenues comments of service. his sub committee. Held at Palmerston North Golf Club on the November 1, 2002. Awapuni Rotary Club again assisted As theWhat Rotary does yearmembership came to anof end,Rotary President give its Rossmembers? at the Change of Officers function commented it had been an honour with organisation and manpower on the day. This joint club involvement added a further Rotary fellowship dimension to andDefining privilege toduties. serve as President of The Rotary Club of Terrace End. The year had been rewarding and it had been a great the Tournament and proved very enjoyable for all involved. After all expenses the joint clubs were able to make a donation privilege to lead such a loyal and industrious Board. Special recognition was given to Secretary Maurice and his deputy Rotary in New Zealand. of $5000 to the Rotary Club of Terrace End’s Memorial Education Trust, this year’s selected charity, and provide each of Dennis who kept the Club secretarial duties under control, Treasurer Peter for looking after the Club’s finances, Harry the Terrace End and Awapuni clubs with $500 for club funds. The principal sponsor was Plinius Audio Systems, with 24 andWhy Noel Limited on the door,Classifications? to Goff behind the bar, to Bruce who handled the apologies. All appreciated the relevance that other sponsors, and 26 businesses providing prizes. padreWhat Graham is a Rotary Hubbard club? brought to Grace. To Allan Walters as bulletin editor, and special thanks to Maurice Downing for keepingThe the‘4 - dutiesWay Test’and nightlyas a measuring programmes stick, onetc. schedule and saving the President many hours of phoning during the year. Also thanks to our wives and partners who have hosted firesides, provided morning teas at working bees, arranged floral 46.6 Social events decorations,The bulletin supported dated 19 Junemembers included constantly, a committee and have plan joined for the us club on socialas follows: occasions. Social events that we enjoyed included partners’ nights, fellowship dinners, the GSE team visit, a BBQ at Caccia Birch, District Conference, a very successful visit from Forest Hill Rotary Club, Victoria Australia, and a special combined Palmerston North Rotary Club’s Gourmet Charity Dinner for the District Governor’s visit. With the proceeds of the Board46.12 of DirectorsChange Over charity auction going to the Manawatu Life Education Trust. For the ‘Girls Night Out’, all the wives and partners of club David Bridges (who became President elect during the evening) amused us greatly with a new slant on “down-under jokes”. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer members were invited to leave the guys at home, and share each other’s company and an evening meal at the home of Richard Bullock and Graeme Campbell conducted an amusing Sergeants Session. Entertainment proper was presented by Barbara Jones. thePresident OK Chorale from Palmerston North Boys’Treasurer High School, one of theVice-President top secondary school vocalSecretary groups in New Zealand. They were remarkably skilled, with intricate harmonies and rhythms, expressive and obviously enjoyed singing together. Directors 46.7 International/Youth - All in all, 2002-03 the Club had a very exciting and productive Rotary Year. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Vallis Peet and his committee looked after the various international student programmes, including the sponsorship of Elizabeth Waugh to Outward Bound School, two students nominated for Australia/New Zealand Matched Student Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Exchange, a RYLA candidate, one RYPEN student, student to the Genesis Research National Science and Technology forum, purchase of 24 dictionaries and the filling of 10 other cartons of books to a school in the Solomon Islands, raising Members $500 for the youth project “Pro-drive”, and supplying a further “Emergency Box” to the value of $530. In June, Director Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Vallis announced to the Club that Terrace End had met the club goal set by R.I. President Bhichai Rattakul to complete the victory against polio, and had raised $5700 toward this worthwhile cause. This amount was in addition to the $10,000 Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell that the club had raised in previous years. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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President Paul Gregg and Annette with incoming President Ross Jones and Barbara at the 2002-2003 Changeover.

President Ross Jones presenting a Past President’s pin to outgoing Paul Gregg.

A social evening at Richard and Joyce’s home, Ross Jones, Alison Dodds, Paul Gregg and a little part of Brian Dodds’ head.

47. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2003-2004 DAVID BRIDGES:

47.1 Board Members: David Bridges (President), Sue Forde (President Elect), Ross Jones (Immediate Past President), Jeff Bundy-Cooke (Club Development), Goff Ashwell (Internal Committee), Denis Pilkington (External Committee), Allan Walters (Secretary), Peter Rainford (Treasurer).

47.2 Lend a Hand Allan Birrell, District Governor advised members when he visited the Club, that the theme chosen by the International President for Rotary for the 03-04 year was “Lend a Hand”. It was envisaged that this would apply to all Rotarians to lend a hand:

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At the• 20 NovemberTo other Rotarians meeting, underas supportive President friends John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston• To North our vocationclub sponsor as mentors, a new club movers in this and area. shakers This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised • To our Community as leaders with skills to offer. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. • To Developing Countries as benevolent aid source. ToSo theaid Rotarynew Provisional Clubs to meetRotary their Club goals, of Terrace District End put wasinto formed,place appropriate interestingly Task with Forces John (comprised Hubbard, offather skilled of Rotariansa present President Paul Gregg and Annette with incoming chosenmember for Graham their expertise). Hubbard , asThe President primary of focus the Palmerston was: North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and President Ross Jones and Barbara at the -the Poverty first Alleviationmeeting was to be -Healthheld on 22Concerns May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 2002-2003 Changeover. -to Family be the offirst Rotary president of the-Literacy new club. & Education. In this respect, DG Allan thanked Terrace End members Paul Gregg, Jim Kerr and Ross Jones for their past role in District work.At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Atmeetings the combined of the Palmerston meeting of theNorth outgoing and Terrace and incoming End committees boards of thewere 2002-03 to be held and and 2003-04 one director years, David and threeBridges members explained of histhe visionPalmerston in relation North to Club that shouldtheme, beto detailedthe meeting to attend as he theanticipated Terrace Endhis year weekly as President meetings. for Lindsay the 2003-2004 Spencer, year:a Palmerston North• Rotarian,To have was a placedclub which on loan fully to embraces the new clubthe ideal to act of as Rotary its secretary including and “Service to help theabove club Self”. to become established. • To create a platform for growth and development within the Club. • 3.3 TheTo createProvisional a platform Club for the President Elect to build upon. In the• firstTo bulletin create andated environment 4 June, 1958, which Lindsay is both Spencer inviting announced and attractive that tothe both first existing meeting and of potentialthe Provisional Rotarians Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, • To instill a sense of direction, focus and self belief in the club. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known• as theTo Regal address Caterers membership, and that by eachmaking member the Club would attractive, pay 4/6d. inviting At this and first relevant meeting to thethe speaker2000’s would be Mr Monty Lascelles• ofTo Westshore, embrace Napier.the history This and was heritage an appropriate of the club choice and useof speaker as a platform because to Montymove forward.had been a member of the Rotary President Ross Jones presenting a Past President’s Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 pin to outgoing Paul Gregg. atDavid Terrace restructured End before the he committeewas transferred system, to Napier. making the Internal Committee responsible for Club Service and Youth Programmes, and the External Committee responsible for local and international community issues. A Club Development CommitteeSubsequent wasbulletins formed were to designedfocus on membership.to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 47.3 Membership As theThe year distribution began, the of ClubRotary accepted Districts with in greatNZ regret with the resignations of a number of long term members, all for good reason, but the impact on the Club was such that each member acknowledged that new membership was critical to the Theviability election of the of Club. District New Governors Members’ and nights their became roles. a feature of the year, where prospective new members were invited along,The and meaning they were of acontacted Provisional after Club the toevent Terrace with End.a view to offering them membership. In this manner, Dennis Quinn andExplanation Katrine Imrie of joinedavenues our of ranksservice. and the Club was delighted with their involvement. LaterWhat in the does year, membership news that member of Rotary Harry give Brownits members? had suffered a serious stroke shocked everyone. After months of regular visits by members to the hospital, it was agreed that his membership should be terminated as it became apparent that Harry wouldDefining never regain duties. his complete health. His role in the club was sorely missed. Rotary in New Zealand. A social evening at Richard and Joyce’s home, Ross 47.4Why LimitedYouth Programmes Classifications? Jones, Alison Dodds, Paul Gregg and a little part As aWhat result is of a invitingRotary club? students from local schools to be sponsored to attend the various youth programmes, the following of Brian Dodds’ head. studentsThe ‘4were - awardedWay Test’ theas a followingmeasuring sponsorships: stick, etc. Genesis Science Forum: Genevieve Mercer Rypen:The bulletin Lucas datedSchroeter 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Terrace End Memorial Trust: Sarah McDonald

Board of Directors 47.5 “P” Seminar –8 October 2003 TheJack Sylvaclub decided to run a seminar on Georgedrug awareness, Stuart aiming atBill parents Somerville whose childrenLindsay were at Spencerrisk, with a view to developing small fireside groups. The objective of the smaller groups would be to help parents keep kids safe from the 47. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2003-2004 DAVID BRIDGES: rapidlyPresident growing drug problem. Past DistrictTreasurer Governor Glen CavesVice-President was invited to chair the Secretaryseminar. A panel consisting ofDirectors representatives of Police, the hospital alcohol and drug service, a social worker, the probation office and high school 47.1 Board Members: principals took their turns at presenting their views. The attendance exceeded 200, confirming that such a forum was necessary.Club Service Each speaker spoke for about 10Vocational minutes includingService a formerCommunity drug addict Service who spokeInternational of the horrors Service for her and David Bridges (President), Sue Forde (President Elect), Ross Jones (Immediate Past President), Jeff Bundy-Cooke (Club her family which was a real eye opener. At question time it quickly became apparent that there was a lot of pain in the Development), Goff Ashwell (Internal Committee), Denis Pilkington (External Committee), Allan Walters (Secretary), Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart community as a result of drug taking. The rewarding result of the seminar was that home groups were established in the Peter Rainford (Treasurer). communityMembers enabling families to meet and share their very real concerns. Drug Arm CEO, and Rotarian Lew Findlay attended these meetings to support families in their stress. 47.2 Lend a Hand Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Mid Central Health sponsored the forum to the sum of $535.00 which was gratefully received. The Club was also able to Allan Birrell, District Governor advised members when he visited the Club, that the theme chosen by the International Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell donate $100.00 to Drug Arm to help defray expenses President for Rotary for the 03-04 year was “Lend a Hand”. It was envisaged that this would apply to all Rotarians to lend a hand: 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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47.6 Paul Harris Fellow In March 2004, members noted that the Club had built up sufficient funds to nominate a worthy person for a Paul Harris Award. President David had a very positive view as to who that person might be. A small group of member did the research and as was to be expected, the nomination of Jim Kerr was adopted by Rotary International. Jim was presented with his award at the evening of the induction of President Elect Sue Forde. A very special and worthy recipient.

47.7 The Chalet – our venue for meetings and our base It became evident this year that many Club members felt that it was time to move on to a newer venue, where the environment would be more attractive to prospective members and where service could be improved. However, as a majority thought that the Chalet was comfortable (rather like a favourite pair of old slippers), the Club remained there (at least until the following year).

47.8 Active Ages Games In October, nine members joined other volunteers to assist with the Eighth Toops Active Aged Games where over 300 participants from rest homes enjoyed a really fun day of games including skittles, bowls quoits to name a few. This event had been very successful over recent years and members considered involvement very worthy and enjoyable.

47.9 Aid Boxes for the Solomon Islands Colin Markwell, brother of Bruce Markwell was guest speaker in December outlining his experiences as a VSA volunteer in Bougainville and the Solomon Islands. He thanked the Club most sincerely for the Aid Boxes put together by the Club following Bruce’s plea to provide schools with valuable resources for children whose schools were completely bereft of any books, games and teaching material. Colin was a teacher in one of these schools.

47.10 World Centenary Day 2005 Centenary projects were investigated in prospect of establishing and completing them in the Centennial Year. One such project was the restoration of the bridle path along the Manawatu River. The next concept the club decided to research was the construction of a gazebo at the Esplanade. However it seemed that all these ideas were doomed from the start, it proved a long and difficult process to obtain the necessary permits from the Palmerston North City Council, and in the case of the beautifying of the viewing site up Pahiatua Track, the neighbouring farmer refused to reduce the height of his trees to enable users of the park to enjoy the view.

47.11 Terrace End Probus Club As is the practice with the establishment of new Probus clubs, a Rotary Club is required to initiate and support that process. The Club was invited, and agreed to provide the necessary support to establish the Terrace End Probus Club and Harry Brown worked stalwartly and successfully to that end. Probus clubs are enjoying an enormous growth in the city as retiring Rotarians and other interested people recognise the importance of fellowship of a more social nature when they reach their retirement years.

47.12 Literacy in Schools With the retirement of Peter Pitman from the Club the role of running the Literacy in Schools programme was taken over by Goff Ashwell. This programme provides for retirees with some time on their hands to visit schools (in our case, Terrace End School) and give children (particularly slow readers) an opportunity for one-to-one coaching in reading skills. The schools are very appreciative of this volunteer work.

47.13 Manawatu Floods, February 2004 The devastating floods which hit the Manawatu and Wanganui districts were of such proportion, that many people were rendered homeless, much stock was lost and hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage was done to property, roads rail and farmland. Rotary District 9940 set up a Flood Relief Fund, which was matched by a government subsidy of a dollar for dollar and raised $100,000.00. The Club decided in March that all Sergeants Sessions for the remainder of the Rotary year would be directed into that fund. The sum of $750.00 was forwarded to the fund.

47.14 Charity Golf Tournament The Annual Golf Tournament was held in November on what was the windiest day of the year. However despite the wind it was an extremely successful day with the Terrace End cup going to Vallis Peet and the Awapuni Cup going to Bill Hong. The estimated profit for the event was about $3,500.00 which was donated to the Parkinson Society.

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47.6 Paul Harris Fellow At the47.15 20 NovemberPalmerston meeting, North Brass under Band President Club JohnRooms Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the In March 2004, members noted that the Club had built up sufficient funds to nominate a worthy person for a Paul Harris PresidentPalmerston David North offered club sponsor Club support a new club in the in thisform area. of man-powerThis matter to paintwas discussed the Club at theRooms club of assembly the Palmerston on 17 March,North 1958Brass Award. President David had a very positive view as to who that person might be. A small group of member did the Band.again chaired Given by former President long John term Hubbard. club member The Johnclub Robsonapproved was unanimously still involved the information the Brass of Band, a new the club Club with agreed the revised that research and as was to be expected, the nomination of Jim Kerr was adopted by Rotary International. Jim was presented membersboundary couldline being give up100 a yardscouple West of weekends of Albert toSt, paint running the Bandfrom theclub Manawatu rooms. The River first to Richardson’s of such activities Line. took place on 29 with his award at the evening of the induction of President Elect Sue Forde. A very special and worthy recipient. May 04. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and 47.7 The Chalet – our venue for meetings and our base 47.16 Subscription payments by Direct Credit. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva It became evident this year that many Club members felt that it was time to move on to a newer venue, where the Theto be Internalthe first Committeepresident ofintroduced the new club. the idea that members’ club dues could be paid by direct credit. This would eliminate environment would be more attractive to prospective members and where service could be improved. However, as a the ongoing concern, in particular with meal payments, whereby many guests who did not apologise for non-attendance, majority thought that the Chalet was comfortable (rather like a favourite pair of old slippers), the Club remained there (at butAt a also meeting did not on pay29 May,for their 1958, non-cancelled a number of meal. recommendations President David were mademade approachesfor the conduct to the of Bank the new for detailsclub. Combined as to how least until the following year). directmeetings payments of the Palmerstoncould be managed North and thisTerrace process End was committees adopted inwere the to following be held year.and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston 47.8 Active Ages Games North47.17 Rotarian, In Summary was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. In October, nine members joined other volunteers to assist with the Eighth Toops Active Aged Games where over 300 David’s year was significant in many ways. There were many smaller projects like the Magazines for Waiting rooms, which participants from rest homes enjoyed a really fun day of games including skittles, bowls quoits to name a few. This event individual3.3 The members Provisional brought Club to the Club, were supported by members then completed. There were larger, more profound had been very successful over recent years and members considered involvement very worthy and enjoyable. projectsIn the first like bulletinthe “P” Seminardated 4 June, which 1958, proved Lindsay Rotarians Spencer have announced a distinct thatunderstanding the first meetingof the needs of the of Provisional our community, Rotary and Club theof Terrace collective End expertise would take to do place something at the Ross about Intermediate it. Mostly however,School on David’s Monday, vision 9 June impacted at 5.45pm. mostly The on Principal,the subsequent Frank yearsClift, 47.9 Aid Boxes for the Solomon Islands was– particularly one of the in foundation the Centennial members Year whenof the theclub. club He grew, also evolvedannounced and movedthat the forward caterers with would great be confidence.Mr & Mrs Christensen, Colin Markwell, brother of Bruce Markwell was guest speaker in December outlining his experiences as a VSA volunteer known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty in Bougainville and the Solomon Islands. He thanked the Club most sincerely for the Aid Boxes put together by the Club Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary following Bruce’s plea to provide schools with valuable resources for children whose schools were completely bereft of any Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club books, games and teaching material. Colin was a teacher in one of these schools. at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

47.10 World Centenary Day 2005 Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Centenary projects were investigated in prospect of establishing and completing them in the Centennial Year. One such Presidentconcentrated David on awarding conveying Past a good President deal Jimof Rotary Kerr Information to the new members under headings such as: project was the restoration of the bridle path along the Manawatu River. The next concept the club decided to research with Paul Harris Award was the construction of a gazebo at the Esplanade. However it seemed that all these ideas were doomed from the start, it proved a long and difficult process to obtain the necessary permits from the Palmerston North City Council, and in the The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ case of the beautifying of the viewing site up Pahiatua Track, the neighbouring farmer refused to reduce the height of his The election of District Governors and their roles. trees to enable users of the park to enjoy the view. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. 47.11 Terrace End Probus Club What does membership of Rotary give its members? As is the practice with the establishment of new Probus clubs, a Rotary Club is required to initiate and support that process. Defining duties. The Club was invited, and agreed to provide the necessary support to establish the Terrace End Probus Club and Harry Brown worked stalwartly and successfully to that end. Probus clubs are enjoying an enormous growth in the city as retiring Rotary in New Zealand. Rotarians and other interested people recognise the importance of fellowship of a more social nature when they reach their Why Limited Classifications? retirement years. What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. 47.12 Literacy in Schools With the retirement of Peter Pitman from the Club the role of running the Literacy in Schools programme was taken over The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:Immediate Past President David presenting by Goff Ashwell. This programme provides for retirees with some time on their hands to visit schools (in our case, Terrace President Sue Forde with her pin. End School) and give children (particularly slow readers) an opportunity for one-to-one coaching in reading skills. The Board of Directors schools are very appreciative of this volunteer work. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 47.13 Manawatu Floods, February 2004 President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary The devastating floods which hit the Manawatu and Wanganui districts were of such proportion, that many people were rendered homeless, much stock was lost and hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage was done to property, roads rail Directors and farmland. Rotary District 9940 set up a Flood Relief Fund, which was matched by a government subsidy of a dollar for dollar and raised $100,000.00. The Club decided in March that all Sergeants Sessions for the remainder of the Rotary Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service year would be directed into that fund. The sum of $750.00 was forwarded to the fund. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart 48. PRESIDENTS YEAR 2004 – 2005 SUE FORDE: 47.14 Charity Golf Tournament Members The Annual Golf Tournament was held in November on what was the windiest day of the year. However despite the wind Bulletin48.1 Board Members:Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig it was an extremely successful day with the Terrace End cup going to Vallis Peet and the Awapuni Cup going to Bill Hong. Sue Forde (President), Denis Pilkington (President Elect), David Bridges (Past President), Richard Bullock (Internal The estimated profit for the event was about $3,500.00 which was donated to the Parkinson Society. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Committee), Dennis Quinn (External Committee), Allan Walters (Secretary), Vallis Peet (Treasurer). Bulletin editor Eddie Eggers.2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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48.2. First woman President The year that Rotary International celebrated its Century of Service, was the year that the Rotary Club of Terrace End welcomed its first woman President, and for me as that woman, my objective was to prove to the sceptics that women taking the pivotal role in the Club would be a positive experience and year of achievement. In actual fact the five Rotary Clubs of Palmerston North all nominated women as presidents of their clubs this same year, and the District Governor for the year was a woman.

48.3 Peter Biggs At District Conference in Wanganui earlier in the year, Peter Biggs, CEO of Clemenger BBDO and Chair of the New Zealand Arts Council, inspired attendees with his address, proving that given the desire to achieve, people can make a difference both within themselves and others about them. I decided to aim high and ask Peter to be the guest speaker at my Changeover. Thanks to Immediate Past President David Bridges and his team at Good Earth Matters, for conjuring up a unique invitation to send to Peter, we were delighted that he could make the trip to Palmerston North where he became a real drawcard for an evening of inspiration and motivation.

48.4 Goals Subsequently the Club adopted my goals for the 2004-05 year: • To lead a Club which celebrates its role in the community in service and in fellowship. • To create an environment that focuses on the future, based on targets already agreed upon in the 2003-04 year. • To facilitate a richer, more rewarding team spirit. • To encourage the development of a Club which attracts new members, goals and projects.

48.5 Rotary centennial The Rotary International theme for the year was “100 years, A Century of Service, A new Century of Success” The centenary year, required all Rotary Clubs to consider a project to be established in their community, to commemorate the date. Terrace End made two valiant attempts to (1) establish an off-road lookout at the top of the Aokautere Hill, looking over the city, and (2) to build a gazebo along side the Centennial lagoon. Both of these projects were introduced to the city council for approval, but each failed (1) because the neighbouring farmer to the proposed lookout would not top trees on his property which cut out the view, and in respect of the second option, the council processes proved to be so lengthy, that this project too was abandoned. However given that Rotary International was planning to celebrate its centenary on Wednesday February 23, 2005, Terrace End was ideally suited to host such an occasion, on behalf of all the Rotary Clubs in Palmerston North.

48.6 World Centenary Day To mark the occasion there were actually two events in Palmerston North that marked the day itself. Some 60 Rotarians and their partners attended an early morning flag raising ceremony on February 23 where I was lucky enough to be chosen to raise the national emblem, while Glenn Caves and Jack Knowles raised the Palmerston North City and the Rotary International Flags. At the invitation of the Mayor Heather Tanguay, and at the conclusion of the ceremony, we enjoyed fellowship over breakfast in the Council’s Missoula Room. In the evening a large gathering of 175 guests assembled at the Manawatu Racing Club Lounge. We had visitors from Australia and Denmark and a number of former Terrace End Rotary members, and members from all the other Clubs in Palmerston North. Official speeches, often amusing, accompanied toasts to one hundred years of Rotary. That by Glen Caves PDG was replied to by Duncan McKee PDG from Wanganui. The speeches were a timely reminder of aspects about Rotary that we may overlook or simply be unaware. We laughed at stories told by MC Allan Gillingham, heeded the grace offered by Jim Kerr, and sang the songs led by our own Alan Caddick. Terrace End members played the major role in mounting this function, and every part was played to perfection.

48.7 A New Presidential Chain Upon my induction as President, I found the Club’s President’s Chain far too long and awkward to wear, so convinced the Club to invest in the task of getting it reset, and this was completed by the time we hosted the Centennial Dinner. It now looks far more elegant and is much easier to wear.

48.8 Manawatu Floods, February 2004 Earlier in the year, during David Bridges’ reign the Manawatu and Wanganui districts were inundated with what was termed as the 100 year event – a flood of such proportion, that many people were rendered homeless, much stock was lost and hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage was done to property, roads rail and farmland. Such an event saw

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48.2. First woman President theAt the Club 20 joiningNovember forces meeting, with other under clubs President in the John district Hubbard, raising fundsit was resolvedfor distribution to recommend to those to affected. the club membersLater in the that year, the a The year that Rotary International celebrated its Century of Service, was the year that the Rotary Club of Terrace End seminarPalmerston organized North byclub Club sponsor member a new Jim club Wild, in thisfocused area. on This “Coping matter with was Stress”, discussed which at the proved club toassembly be very timely,on 17 confirmingMarch, 1958 welcomed its first woman President, and for me as that woman, my objective was to prove to the sceptics that women theagain fact chaired that months by President after suchJohn aHubbard. significant The flood, club approvedmany people unanimously were still experiencingthe formation considerable of a new club trauma with andthe revisedsense of taking the pivotal role in the Club would be a positive experience and year of achievement. In actual fact the five Rotary vulnerability.boundary line beingRotary 100 International yards West andof Albert Rotary St, Foundation running from both the pledged Manawatu financial River tocontributions Richardson’s for Line. projects relating to Clubs of Palmerston North all nominated women as presidents of their clubs this same year, and the District Governor for the flood relief. In December of that year, Horizons Manawatu, the Regional Council established a pictorial display at Te the year was a woman. ManawaSo the new which Provisional the club Rotaryvisited Clubfor a teaof Terracemeeting End and wasnot oneformed, member interestingly found themselves with John unmoved Hubbard, at fatherthe vastness of a present of the devastationmember Graham which Hubbard had occurred, as President all around of us.the PalmerstonWe acknowledged North Rotarythat we Club. who live The in thenew city club were had extremely 22 initial luckymembers to have and 48.3 Peter Biggs littlethe first or no meeting damage was imposed to be heldon us.on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. At District Conference in Wanganui earlier in the year, Peter Biggs, CEO of Clemenger BBDO and Chair of the New 48.9 Projects Zealand Arts Council, inspired attendees with his address, proving that given the desire to achieve, people can make a At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined The Food Bank Appeal, Assistance with Aged Games, Daffodil Day projects were completed with the usual degrees of difference both within themselves and others about them. I decided to aim high and ask Peter to be the guest speaker at my meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of success, although it must be admitted that the lack of assistance with the Aged Games proved to be an embarrassment. Changeover. Thanks to Immediate Past President David Bridges and his team at Good Earth Matters, for conjuring up a the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Sarah Couchman, Blythe Press and Jonathan Creham were the awardees for Memorial Trust Awards this year. unique invitation to send to Peter, we were delighted that he could make the trip to Palmerston North where he became a North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. real drawcard for an evening of inspiration and motivation. 48.10 RYLA 3.3 The Provisional Club 48.4 Goals The Board this year approved the sponsorship of a student to attend the RYLA Course held later in the year. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club Subsequently the Club adopted my goals for the 2004-05 year: of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 48.11 Fundraising • To lead a Club which celebrates its role in the community in service and in fellowship. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, knownNeedless as tothe say, Regal after Caterers a year ,of and change, that each innovation member and would social pay events, 4/6d. theAt thisClub’s first focus meeting on fundraising the speaker took would a backbe Mrseat. Monty A • To create an environment that focuses on the future, based on targets already agreed upon in the 2003-04 year. Lascellesproject group of Westshore, took up theirNapier. shovels This to wasbag an and appropriate sell manure choice and wereof speaker successful because in raisingMonty some had beenfunds. a member This projectof the shouldRotary • To facilitate a richer, more rewarding team spirit. Clubachieve of greaterPalmerston success North in subsequent since December years. 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 • To encourage the development of a Club which attracts new members, goals and projects. 48.12 Golf TheSubsequent Annual bulletins Golf Tournament were designed was toheld inform on October members 31, on 2004, Rotary when matters a small and field with of his golfers joint responsibilitieswandered out ontoof Secretary, the greens 48.5 Rotary centennial toBulletin compete Editor for andthe shield.Rotary Information Support for Officer,the event Lindsaywas slow, Spencer but Katrinedid just that.managed He madeto get brief a healthy mention line-up of the of speakers prizes from but The Rotary International theme for the year was “100 years, A Century of Service, A new Century of Success” aconcentrated variety of sponsors. on conveying Many a good enjoyed deal the of Rotaryday even Information if the results to tookthe new a while members to be under published. headings The such difficulty as: in getting The centenary year, required all Rotary Clubs to consider a project to be established in their community, to commemorate sponsorship suggests that maybe this event needs a rest for a few years. the date. Terrace End made two valiant attempts to (1) establish an off-road lookout at the top of the Aokautere Hill, The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ looking over the city, and (2) to build a gazebo along side the Centennial lagoon. Both of these projects were introduced 48.13The election Round of Taupo District Cycle Governors Race and their roles. to the city council for approval, but each failed (1) because the neighbouring farmer to the proposed lookout would not NovemberThe meaning 27, 2004 of sawa Provisional our Club enteringClub to Terracein a team End. for the first time to the Round Taupo Cycle Race. Richard Bullock, top trees on his property which cut out the view, and in respect of the second option, the council processes proved to be th so lengthy, that this project too was abandoned. However given that Rotary International was planning to celebrate its JoanExplanation Norrie and ofRichard’s avenues brother of service. Peter made a fantastic effort coming 5 in the non-competitor event, competing against centenary on Wednesday February 23, 2005, Terrace End was ideally suited to host such an occasion, on behalf of all the otherWhat Rotary does Clubs membership in the District. of Rotary This give cycling its members? is catching on, how many teams next year? Rotary Clubs in Palmerston North. The first of the “Guess Whose Coming to Dinner” nights for the year was held on November 6. Twenty three members of the Definingclub were involved,duties. which proved this event’s popularity. Rotary in New Zealand. 48.6 World Centenary Day Why48.14 Limited Farewell Classifications? to Dick Rawstron To mark the occasion there were actually two events in Palmerston North that marked the day itself. Some 60 Rotarians What is a Rotary club? and their partners attended an early morning flag raising ceremony on February 23 where I was lucky enough to be chosen The Club Honoured Dick Rawstron In March 2005, when he was farewelled at a Club night with partners and former to raise the national emblem, while Glenn Caves and Jack Knowles raised the Palmerston North City and the Rotary membersThe ‘4 who - Waytook Test’ the asopportunity a measuring to stick, wish Dicketc. well upon his move to Christchurch to be closer to family. The occasion International Flags. At the invitation of the Mayor Heather Tanguay, and at the conclusion of the ceremony, we enjoyed was one during which old friends renewed acquaintances and fellowship flourished. All those in attendance enjoyed a fellowship over breakfast in the Council’s Missoula Room. Thelow-key bulletin evening dated during 19 June which included we honoured a committee one ofplan our for longer the club serving as follows: Rotarians. Following are some extracts from my In the evening a large gathering of 175 guests assembled at the Manawatu Racing Club Lounge. We had visitors from citation: “Dick has been highly regarded in his professional career, a great friend, stand out citizen, outstanding Rotarian, Paul Australia and Denmark and a number of former Terrace End Rotary members, and members from all the other Clubs in Board of Directors Palmerston North. Official speeches, often amusing, accompanied toasts to one hundred years of Rotary. That by Glen Harris Fellow and now an Honorary Member of our club, Dick exemplifies the kind of person and Rotarian that we Caves PDG was replied to by Duncan McKee PDG from Wanganui. The speeches were a timely reminder of aspects wouldJack Sylva all like to be. His energy, intelligenceGeorge and Stuartresourcefulness, evenBill Somervillein slightly advancing Lindsayyears have Spencer been, and still is, about Rotary that we may overlook or simply be unaware. We laughed at stories told by MC Allan Gillingham, heeded an example to us all. He joined Terrace End in the 1972/73 Rotary year, and until his relatively recent resignation from the grace offered by Jim Kerr, and sang the songs led by our own Alan Caddick. Terrace End members played the major ourPresident club, Dick’s service to Rotary has beenTreasurer continuous, apart from Vice-Presidenta one-year gap in 1980/81Secretary when he departed off shore role in mounting this function, and every part was played to perfection. for professional development and to further his knowledge of anaesthesia. Dick enlisted support from around the world amongDirectors former colleagues and Rotarians, and from local clubs generally, in gaining for Catherine Hamlin the Rotary Award for World Understanding valued at $100,000US, and a Queen’s Service Medal (British) for Barbara Walker. 48.7 A New Presidential Chain Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Upon my induction as President, I found the Club’s President’s Chain far too long and awkward to wear, so convinced the Bill48.15 Somerville Forest Hills Rotary Club – MelbourneNeil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Club to invest in the task of getting it reset, and this was completed by the time we hosted the Centennial Dinner. It now looks far more elegant and is much easier to wear. InMembers May of 2004, through contacts with Lloyd Love, some members of the Forest Hills Rotary Club (Melbourne) were hosted by club members for some classic Terrace End hospitality, including time spent at Lake Taupo enjoying the sights andBulletin the fishing. TheLindsay visitors Spencer were greatRay company Amer and many long-termBob Burt friendships were Harrymade. Craig This Club then paid a 48.8 Manawatu Floods, February 2004 return visit the following year. Earlier in the year, during David Bridges’ reign the Manawatu and Wanganui districts were inundated with what was Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell termed as the 100 year event – a flood of such proportion, that many people were rendered homeless, much stock was lost 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. and hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage was done to property, roads rail and farmland. Such an event saw

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48.16 Brass Band Club Rooms Club Members lent their skills to Paint the Palmerston North Brass Band Club Rooms. One of the nicest things a Rotary Club can do is being open and ready for requests from other community organizations to assist in very practical ways. The Palmerston North Brass Band sought the Club’s support in painting its clubrooms, a feat we completed over a series of weekends. Brass Band members were very appreciative of our help and we were always delighted to see Judy and John Robson arrive with lovely homemade baking for the painters.

48.17 Farewell to the Chalet We were advised of the pending closure of our long time Club Venue. After much discussion, the Club decided, on a trial weekly meeting at Wharerata, the gracious old homestead at Massey University. It was the end of a 40-year era, and many of our members were reticent about the move. We were advised following the Club’s first meeting at Wharerata, this was said of the event: “ From the cosy lounge with a fire’s warmth and comfortable chairs if one wished to sit, to the separate dining room with excellent food, especially the famous roulade. And then it was to the lounge for business and to hear the guest speaker” It was obvious that most club members were delighted with our new home.

48.18 GSE TeamVisit from Florida – March 7, 2005 The Club hosted a very successful visit from the GSE Team from Florida. The District organised a varied and interesting programme and Club members who hosted team members found them to be a wonderful motivated group of people.

48.19 Membership The year began with each member recognising that unless something was done to increase membership of the Club, the outcome would not be healthy. It was agreed that new members would provide the vitality and new direction the club needed for survival. At the time I became President, I was the only woman, and it was agreed that there must be others, both women and men out in the community who would benefit from membership, while at the same time giving the Club a much needed boost. During the year Katrine Imrie and Joan Norrie joined our ranks, which has proved fortunate, and they both have made positive commitments to the Club. At the same time we lost Lew Findlay and Dick Rawstron. Bryan McKay transferred his membership to Bulls having taken over the role of manager of Flock House. Pamela Tankersley was inducted on the night of Dennis Pilkington’s induction as President. It is lovely to have a number of women in the club now, whose involvement and input into the club has begun to change the culture and the energy of the club in a very positive way.

48.20 Other significant changes An objective I happily took from David Bridge’s year was to ensure the Club obtained new membership badges (which could be easily worn by women), and to dispose of the old dinner plate style ones provided by Rotary International. In September 2004 every one had their new badges, including smaller versions for the partners. I also felt that the Club had long ago lost the importance of saying grace before meals, and this was quietly deleted from the programme without too much concern. It is recognised that on specific occasions, it will be appropriate to bring back grace. Likewise, our Club song books were left in the cupboard. Yes - no more songs to be sung by this singing club. Certainly seems a more professional meeting without them, but the books are known to make reappearances every now and then, “because we need the practice”. Direct Debiting of membership costs and dues was a long debated and vexed proposal, which did not see fruition in my year, but occurred in the following year. Still the focus of attention occasionally, but this move has certainly made the handling of cash at the beginning of meetings so much easier.

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48.16 Brass Band Club Rooms At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Club Members lent their skills to Paint the Palmerston North Brass Band Club Rooms. Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 One of the nicest things a Rotary Club can do is being open and ready for requests from other community organizations again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised to assist in very practical ways. The Palmerston North Brass Band sought the Club’s support in painting its clubrooms, a boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. feat we completed over a series of weekends. Brass Band members were very appreciative of our help and we were always delighted to see Judy and John Robson arrive with lovely homemade baking for the painters. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and 48.17 Farewell to the Chalet the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. We were advised of the pending closure of our long time Club Venue. After much discussion, the Club decided, on a trial weekly meeting at Wharerata, the gracious old homestead at Massey University. It was the end of a 40-year era, and many At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined of our members were reticent about the move. We were advised following the Club’s first meeting at Wharerata, this was meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of said of the event: “ From the cosy lounge with a fire’s warmth and comfortable chairs if one wished to sit, to the separate the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston dining room with excellent food, especially the famous roulade. And then it was to the lounge for business and to hear North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. the guest speaker” It was obvious that most club members were delighted with our new home. 3.3 The Provisional Club 48.18 GSE TeamVisit from Florida – March 7, 2005 In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club The Club hosted a very successful visit from the GSE Team from Florida. The District organised a varied and interesting of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, programme and Club members who hosted team members found them to be a wonderful motivated group of people. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 48.19 Membership Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary The year began with each member recognising that unless something was done to increase membership of the Club, the Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club outcome would not be healthy. It was agreed that new members would provide the vitality and new direction the club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 needed for survival. At the time I became President, I was the only woman, and it was agreed that there must be others, both women and men out in the community who would benefit from membership, while at the same time giving the Club Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, a much needed boost. During the year Katrine Imrie and Joan Norrie joined our ranks, which has proved fortunate, and Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but President Sue Forde at her Induction Raising the flag to celebrate Rotary Centennial they both have made positive commitments to the Club. At the same time we lost Lew Findlay and Dick Rawstron. Bryan concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: McKay transferred his membership to Bulls having taken over the role of manager of Flock House. Pamela Tankersley was inducted on the night of Dennis Pilkington’s induction as President. It is lovely to have a number of women in the The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ club now, whose involvement and input into the club has begun to change the culture and the energy of the club in a very The election of District Governors and their roles. positive way. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. 48.20 Other significant changes What does membership of Rotary give its members? An objective I happily took from David Bridge’s year was to ensure the Club obtained new membership badges (which could be easily worn by women), and to dispose of the old dinner plate style ones provided by Rotary International. In Defining duties. President Sue with incoming President Denis September 2004 every one had their new badges, including smaller versions for the partners. Rotary in New Zealand. Pilkington at an informal function. I also felt that the Club had long ago lost the importance of saying grace before meals, and this was quietly deleted from Why Limited Classifications? the programme without too much concern. It is recognised that on specific occasions, it will be appropriate to bring What is a Rotary club? back grace. Likewise, our Club song books were left in the cupboard. Yes - no more songs to be sung by this singing club. Certainly seems a more professional meeting without them, but the books are known to make reappearances every now The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. and then, “because we need the practice”. Direct Debiting of membership costs and dues was a long debated and vexed proposal, which did not see fruition in my The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: year, but occurred in the following year. Still the focus of attention occasionally, but this move has certainly made the handling of cash at the beginning of meetings so much easier. Board of Directors 49. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2005-2006 DENIS PILKINGTON & ACTING PRESIDENT VAL- Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer LIS PEET: ThesePresident notes were written in two parts. TreasurerThe first from July 1- DecemberVice-President 31 2005 covers theSecretary period of Denis Pilkington’s presidency.Directors The second part is written by Vallis Peet to cover the period January- June 2006.

Club49.1 Service The Board Vocational Service Community Service International Service DennisBill Somerville Pilkington (President), Allan GillinghamNeil Turnbull (President Elect),Merv Sue DymockForde (Past President),George Katrine Stuart Imrie (Internal Committee), Denis Quinn (External Committee), Vallis Peet (Treasurer), Joan Norrie (Secretary). Bulletin editors Allan GillinghamMembers and Sue Forde. July 1- December 31 2005 Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship49.2 Club programmeHarold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell During the first six months we had a varied programme including a Club forum during which new projects were outlined 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. and Treasurer Vallis introduced the cashless meeting system of payments for members. After some discussion there was

Page 128 PagePage 129121 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 a clear majority of members in favour of proceeding with adoption and testing of such a system. By October the system appeared to be working well. The RYLA and Genesis Science recipients reported back, we went to’A Shaggy Dog’s Story’ at Centrepoint, we heard from Bruce Withell about the stresses on farmers as a result of the February 2004 floods, District Governor Rodney Wong reminded us that in most situations we do have a choice, and do not have to accept all the pressures that are placed on us when making decisions. He said that this had helped him in his career and in Rotary. Other notable events were the toe tapping concert provided by organist extraordinaire Roy Tankersley, husband of Pamela, our Memorial Education Trust awards night, and one evening when seven member ‘volunteers’ were asked to give an impromptu 3 minute talk. This proved highly entertaining and something well worth repeating. We also had a talk by past member and Coroner, Graham Hubbard, and also by David Bridges, who was accompanied by his look-alike brother Chris. In November we joined with the Rotary Club of Milson in welcoming the incoming GSE team from Finland to Palmerston North. We continued with our traditional fireside meetings of each of the committees each month. These are valuable in both ensuring that all members have an opportunity to contribute to club plans, and also to developing and strengthening club fellowship, which has always been a strong feature of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. This is reflected in our club consistently having one of the highest attendance percentages in the region.

49.3 Projects At the club forum Internal Committee Director outlined a new ‘Teddy Bears Picnic’ project to be done in October, a fun golf day, a public seminar on dealing with health or injury emergencies, the second year of a manure bagging and sale project. An important project in our programme this year was the collaboration with the Rotary club of Forest Hills in Melbourne, and the Rotary club of Colombo West (Sri Lanka) to provide funds for computers in schools affected by the Boxing Day tsunami. Goff introduced the Adopt a Walkway project where the club will maintain tidiness along a stretch of the river bank walkway. We nominated Kathryn Payne for membership of the GSE team to visit Finland in April 2006, and were thrilled when Kathryn was successful. Kathryn is specially interested in vision education and will be following that field in Finland. We continued to support the usual charities of Daffodil Day, the Food Bank Appeal, Foundation of the Blind collection, as well as some work on the Hoffman kiln project.

49.4 Resignation of our President In November President Denis advised that he and Dorothy were planning to move to Napier, and that as a result of the rapid sale of their house, this would occur in December. He said that the Christmas function would be his last meeting as President.

49.5 Christmas Function The Christmas function had a 1960’s theme, so everyone came appropriately dressed. We were rewarded with presents from Father Christmas Reg, accompanied by his glamorous fairy helpers who looked remarkably like Vallis and Bruce. A great night, and great atmosphere, and a fitting farewell to President Denis who has given great service to the club. We wished them well in Napier

49.6 January 1- June 30 2006 After President Dennis announced that he and Dorothy were moving to Napier, several Past Presidents held a hasty meeting and elected Vallis Peet as Acting President, in addition to his role as Club Treasurer. Other Past Presidents were to help out as required on a monthly roster. As it turned out Vallis enjoyed the job so much that this help was never needed.

49.7 Membership I (Vallis) had read somewhere that the best thing for attracting and keeping members is to have very good fellowship and enjoyable meetings so I decided that would be my focus for the rest of the Rotary year. We had only recently moved our meeting place up to Wharerata which has a fabulous atmosphere and excellent catering and facilities, so it was easy to encourage members to arrive early, enjoy fellowship and a good meal, and stay to hear interesting guest speakers. We took the pressure off having to finish the meal and the meeting at defined times, and allowed plenty of time to hear the speaker and for questions afterwards. The result was a lift in the spirits of the members and we attracted new members.

49.8 Programme We attended several social events during the period including a dinner and jazz evening at Modena, shows at Centrepoint Theatre, The Outgoing GSE night at Makino Club, a visit to Foxton Club and a Sunday breakfast meeting at Novatel. In May we joined the Palmerston North Rotary Club at the RSA to hear Dr. Catherine Hamlin speak. Dr. Hamlin and her husband Reg were responsible for founding and running the fistula hospital in Ethiopia which our club support with

Page 122130 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End a clear majority of members in favour of proceeding with adoption and testing of such a system. By October the system InternationalAt the 20 November grants totalling meeting, hundreds under President of thousands John Hubbard, of dollars. it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the appeared to be working well. Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 The RYLA and Genesis Science recipients reported back, we went to’A Shaggy Dog’s Story’ at Centrepoint, we heard from again49.9 chaired Fundraising by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Bruce Withell about the stresses on farmers as a result of the February 2004 floods, District Governor Rodney Wong boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Our annual fundraising effort of selling bags of manure was achieved much more easily this year by having Hoults Transport reminded us that in most situations we do have a choice, and do not have to accept all the pressures that are placed on us truck the manure in from the farm and place it in their yard where we just had to shovel it into bags. when making decisions. He said that this had helped him in his career and in Rotary. Other notable events were the toe So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present A group of members and wives did gate and traffic duty and also sold wine and BBQ food at the annual Caccia Birch tapping concert provided by organist extraordinaire Roy Tankersley, husband of Pamela, our Memorial Education Trust member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Concert and raised $500 for Arohanui Hospice. awards night, and one evening when seven member ‘volunteers’ were asked to give an impromptu 3 minute talk. This the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva proved highly entertaining and something well worth repeating. We also had a talk by past member and Coroner, Graham to be the first president of the new club. Hubbard, and also by David Bridges, who was accompanied by his look-alike brother Chris. In November we joined with 49.10 Presidential Citation the Rotary Club of Milson in welcoming the incoming GSE team from Finland to Palmerston North. WeAt a applied meeting for, on and 29 wereMay, awarded, 1958, a numbera Presidential of recommendations Citation for our were efforts made this for year the which conduct we ofwere the very new proud club. to Combined achieve. We continued with our traditional fireside meetings of each of the committees each month. These are valuable in both meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of ensuring that all members have an opportunity to contribute to club plans, and also to developing and strengthening the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston club fellowship, which has always been a strong feature of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. This is reflected in our club North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. consistently having one of the highest attendance percentages in the region. 3.3 The Provisional Club 49.3 Projects In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club At the club forum Internal Committee Director outlined a new ‘Teddy Bears Picnic’ project to be done in October, a fun of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, golf day, a public seminar on dealing with health or injury emergencies, the second year of a manure bagging and sale was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, project. An important project in our programme this year was the collaboration with the Rotary club of Forest Hills in knownPresident as Denisthe Regal Pilkington Caterers conducting, and that eacha Rotary member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Melbourne, and the Rotary club of Colombo West (Sri Lanka) to provide funds for computers in schools affected by the Lascellesmeeting of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Boxing Day tsunami. Goff introduced the Adopt a Walkway project where the club will maintain tidiness along a stretch Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club of the river bank walkway. at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 We nominated Kathryn Payne for membership of the GSE team to visit Finland in April 2006, and were thrilled when Kathryn was successful. Kathryn is specially interested in vision education and will be following that field in Finland. Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, We continued to support the usual charities of Daffodil Day, the Food Bank Appeal, Foundation of the Blind collection, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but as well as some work on the Hoffman kiln project. concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

49.4 Resignation of our President The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ In November President Denis advised that he and Dorothy were planning to move to Napier, and that as a result of the The election of District Governors and their roles. rapid sale of their house, this would occur in December. He said that the Christmas function would be his last meeting as The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. President. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? 49.5 Christmas Function Defining duties. The Christmas function had a 1960’s theme, so everyone came appropriately dressed. We were rewarded with presents from Past President Acting President Vallis Peet who Father Christmas Reg, accompanied by his glamorous fairy helpers who looked remarkably like Vallis and Bruce. A great Rotary in New Zealand. took over from Denis Pilkington in January night, and great atmosphere, and a fitting farewell to President Denis who has given great service to the club. We wished Why Limited Classifications? 2006 them well in Napier What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. 49.6 January 1- June 30 2006 After President Dennis announced that he and Dorothy were moving to Napier, several Past Presidents held a hasty The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: meeting and elected Vallis Peet as Acting President, in addition to his role as Club Treasurer. Other Past Presidents were to help out as required on a monthly roster. As it turned out Vallis enjoyed the job so much that this help was never needed. Board of Directors 49.7 Membership Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer I (Vallis) had read somewhere that the best thing for attracting and keeping members is to have very good fellowship and President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary enjoyable meetings so I decided that would be my focus for the rest of the Rotary year. We had only recently moved our meeting place up to Wharerata which has a fabulous atmosphere and excellent catering Directors and facilities, so it was easy to encourage members to arrive early, enjoy fellowship and a good meal, and stay to hear interesting guest speakers. We took the pressure off having to finish the meal and the meeting at defined times, and allowed Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service plenty of time to hear the speaker and for questions afterwards. The result was a lift in the spirits of the members and we Past President Acting President Vallis Peet Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart attracted new members. thankfully handing over the chain of office to In- comingMembers President Allan Gillingham 49.8 Programme Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig We attended several social events during the period including a dinner and jazz evening at Modena, shows at Centrepoint Theatre, The Outgoing GSE night at Makino Club, a visit to Foxton Club and a Sunday breakfast meeting at Novatel. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell In May we joined the Palmerston North Rotary Club at the RSA to hear Dr. Catherine Hamlin speak. Dr. Hamlin and her husband Reg were responsible for founding and running the fistula hospital in Ethiopia which our club support with 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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50. PRESIDENT,S YEAR 2006-2007 ALLAN GILLINGHAM:

50.1 The Board: The decision was made to change the previous Board structure from just two committees (Internal and External) in 2005-2006 to three. These were: Club – Director Mike Cross, Community and International – Director Reg Bridewell, Vocational and Membership - Director Sheila Grainger. Other members were Allan Gillingham (President), President elect Katrine Imrie, Secretary – Paul Gregg, Treasurer – Vallis Peet, Past President- Vallis Peet. Bulletin Editor was Sue Forde.

50.2 Changeover: Changeover was held on July 5, 2006 and had the theme “Dinner at the Opera”. Everyone dressed formally, or near to it, and artists from Palmerston North- suitably costumed, excellently provided the entertainment in the form of songs from The Phantom of the Opera.

50.3 The International Theme for the Year: The Rotary theme for the year was “Lead the Way”. District Governor Graham Douglass introduced this on his visit, which was on the very first Club meeting after Changeover, so a great way to launch the year. This was of course a special year for New Zealand Rotary with Bill Boyd as the World President. My interpretation of the Rotary Theme: My main aim for the year was to increase membership significantly, since Club numbers had gradually declined over the previous 10 years and was at a critical level of near 30 a year previously. In this way I hoped to lead and promote the resurgence of the Club. In addition, as I stated in my Changeover acceptance speech, my aim was to help develop new leaders within the Club so that they could be prepared to take Club leadership.

50.4 Business Plan for the Year.

50.4.1 Personal goals for the year • Increase membership from 34 to 40 • Develop at least one new major fundraising project • Increase Club public profile through a number of well known speakers • Increase collaborative activities between cluster clubs

50.4.2 With the aim to achieve • Increased diversity of membership • Enhanced fellowship within and between clubs • Increased allocation of funds to charities

All Club members were on committees of their choice and actively involved with the operation of the Club. Fireside meetings were held monthly and in general well attended, although as usual attendances dropped off after Christmas.

50.5 Rotary Moment. An innovation this year was the introduction of the Rotary Moment, a short talk by members. This effectively replaced the 3-minute talk, and aimed at educating members both about aspects of the Club history, as well as Rotary in general. It was very successful in achieving these aims.

50.6 50th Anniversary: In addition Ross Jones ‘volunteered’ to investigate the preparation of an extension to ‘5.30 on Wednesday’ the Club history prepared for the 40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. This would cover the next 10 years, and be ready in time for the Club’s 50th anniversary on November 1 2008. The first problem that Ross had to solve was to locate digital versions of the script and photographs of the original publication. He had made a good start on this by year’s end

50.7 Club speakers: An excellent variety of speakers addressed the Club. These ranged from The NZ Flying Doctor, Dave Baldwin from Bulls, Roger Clausen a Palmerston North Club Rotarian, talking about his motorbike trip through North America with Gareth Morgan (at a combined Club visit), our Town Crier, Caroline Robinson, telling us about her prize winning style and

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50. PRESIDENT,S YEAR 2006-2007 ALLAN GILLINGHAM: experiences,At the 20 November The NZ meeting, Sheet Musicunder ArchivePresident in JohnUpper Hubbard, Hutt, by it wasDavid resolved Dell, pocketto recommend rocket Liz to theWilliams club membersof the NZ that Police, the GilesPalmerston Russell North explaining club sponsor about Pyrotechnics a new club in and this how area. he This became matter an expertwas discussed in it, and at Thethe club Honorable assembly Annette on 17 KingMarch, talking 1958 aboutagain chairedher role by as PresidentMinister ofJohn Police. Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised 50.1 The Board: Weboundary also had line talks being from 100 members yards West Noel of AlbertCantwell, St, runninggiving a frommultitude the Manawatu of details Riverabout to his Richardson’s holiday in Vietnam,Line. and David The decision was made to change the previous Board structure from just two committees (Internal and External) in Bridges, on two occasions talking about The Manawatu River and Fonterra, and also on his visit to the 3rd World International 2005-2006 to three. These were: Club – Director Mike Cross, Community and International – Director Reg Bridewell, WaterSo the Conference.new Provisional In addition Rotary RegClub gave of usTerrace a cooking End lessonwas formed, on how interestingly to make hot with cross John buns. Hubbard, father of a present Vocational and Membership - Director Sheila Grainger. Other members were Allan Gillingham (President), President elect Othermember speakers Graham told Hubbard us about, as localPresident agencies of the such Palmerston as the Stewart North Centre Rotary (JanetClub. Webb),The new Te clubManawa had 22(Sandra initial Gattermole),members and Katrine Imrie, Secretary – Paul Gregg, Treasurer – Vallis Peet, Past President- Vallis Peet. the renovationfirst meeting of Wharerata,was to be held our onmeeting 22 May, home 1958. (Dennis The Jenkins),provisional Mid induction Central Healthdate was (Murray set for 7 Georgel)July, 1958, and with Destination Jack Sylva Bulletin Editor was Sue Forde. Manawatuto be the first (Kathy president Gibson). of the On othernew club. occasions we visited Foxton Rotary Club, were educated by a visit to Centrepoint (The Graduate), held Fellowship dinners, and the Club barbecue. In March we also went to the meeting hosted by Palmerston 50.2 Changeover: NorthAt a meeting Rotary onclub 29 at May, the RSA 1958, to awelcome number theof recommendationsGSE Team from New were York made State. for the conduct of the new club. Combined Changeover was held on July 5, 2006 and had the theme “Dinner at the Opera”. Everyone dressed formally, or near to it, meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of and artists from Palmerston North- suitably costumed, excellently provided the entertainment in the form of songs from the 50.8Palmerston Bulletin: North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston The Phantom of the Opera. SueNorth Forde Rotarian, was Bulletin was placed Editor on this loan year, to theand new presented club to a actcolourful as its secretary edition each and week.to help It theis a clubjob that to become is not fully established. appreciated, for the time and effort that it takes to produce, but very essential to the smooth running of the Club. 50.3 The International Theme for the Year: 3.3 The Provisional Club The Rotary theme for the year was “Lead the Way”. District Governor Graham Douglass introduced this on his visit, which In the50.9 first Community: bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club was on the very first Club meeting after Changeover, so a great way to launch the year. This was of course a special year for Inof Terraceaddition End to expandingwould take the place Teddy at the Bears’ Ross Picnic Intermediate (initiated School by Katrine) on Monday, and the 9 JuneManure at 5.45pm. Distribution The projectPrincipal, (initiated Frank Cliftlast, New Zealand Rotary with Bill Boyd as the World President. wasyear oneby Gavin of the Johanson), foundation a membersnew project of commencedthe club. He to also organise announced the car that parking, the caterers and to wouldsell wine be andMr barbecue& Mrs Christensen, food at the My interpretation of the Rotary Theme: knownnow established as the Regal “Wine Caterers Women, and and that Song” each concertmember at would Caccia pay Birch 4/6d. each At March. this first This meeting was an the initiative speaker ofwould Maurice be MrDowning Monty My main aim for the year was to increase membership significantly, since Club numbers had gradually declined over Lascellesthrough hisof Westshore,family contact Napier. with This Kim Crawfordwas an appropriate winery. Revenuechoice of from speaker these because three projectsMonty hadtotalled been morea member than $3300.of the Rotary the previous 10 years and was at a critical level of near 30 a year previously. In this way I hoped to lead and promote the Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 resurgence of the Club. In addition, as I stated in my Changeover acceptance speech, my aim was to help develop new 50.10 Walkway project leaders within the Club so that they could be prepared to take Club leadership. TheSubsequent Adopt bulletinsa Walkway were project designed in conjunctionto inform members with the on Palmerston Rotary matters North and City with Council his joint continued responsibilities with the of Secretary,leadership of Goff Ashwell. The Club appointed Sue Forde to the Committee of the Brain Injury Trust and has provided other 50.4 Business Plan for the Year. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but assistance.concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: In response to a request for assistance, the Club raised and donated $1000 to the Edge Milligan Appeal to help a 12-year- 50.4.1 Personal goals for the year old Thegirl travel distribution to the USA of Rotary for a lifeDistricts changing in NZoperation. • Increase membership from 34 to 40 The election of District Governors and their roles. 50.11 International: • Develop at least one new major fundraising project The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Lloyd Love established direct contact with the Catherine Hamlyn Fistula Hospital in Ethiopia with a view to collaborating • Increase Club public profile through a number of well known speakers Explanation of avenues of service. with a local Rotary Club there and raising funding for a project to assist the hospital. Unfortunately, administrative • Increase collaborative activities between cluster clubs difficultiesWhat does prevented membership this beingof Rotary completed. give its members? Defining duties. 50.4.2 With the aim to achieve 50.12Rotary Vocationin New Zealand. and Youth • Increased diversity of membership TheWhy club Limited has continued Classifications? its traditional support by funding a student for NZ Business Week, two students for RYLA and a • Enhanced fellowship within and between clubs studentWhat for is thea Rotary Rotary club? Science week in Auckland. • Increased allocation of funds to charities The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. 50.13 Membership: All Club members were on committees of their choice and actively involved with the operation of the Club. Fireside The bulletinClub held dated several 19 Junememberships included drivesa committee this year planthat forwere the very club successful. as follows: Two new women members were inducted and meetings were held monthly and in general well attended, although as usual attendances dropped off after Christmas. increased the number in the Club to 7. These and four other new members have increased the diversity of membership, and total number to 40. Women members occupied the President-elect and a Directors position. As a means of informing Board of Directors 50.5 Rotary Moment. new members about Rotary and our Club, Vallis and Allan G held an informal question and answer forum at Joan Norrie’s home one evening after our normal meeting. This proved to be popular and useful to the group of new members. An innovation this year was the introduction of the Rotary Moment, a short talk by members. This effectively replaced the Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 3-minute talk, and aimed at educating members both about aspects of the Club history, as well as Rotary in general. It was very successful in achieving these aims. President50.14 Memorial Education Trust: Treasurer Vice-President Secretary TheDirectors Memorial Education Trust continued to be the flagship project for our Club under the Chairmanship of Bruce 50.6 50th Anniversary: Markwell and Secretary Eddie Eggers. A total of 24 applications were received this year for funds, and grants were made toClub four Service students for a total of $5000. It isVocational estimated Servicethat the MemorialCommunity Education Service Trust has, Internationalto date, distributed Service funding In addition Ross Jones ‘volunteered’ to investigate the preparation of an extension to ‘5.30 on Wednesday’ the Club history of $80-$85000. prepared for the 40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Terrace End. This would cover the next 10 years, and be ready in Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart time for the Club’s 50th anniversary on November 1 2008. The first problem that Ross had to solve was to locate digital versions of the script and photographs of the original publication. He had made a good start on this by year’s end Members50.15 District Roles Jim Kerr continued in his role on the selection committee for outgoing GSE teams from the 9940 District. Paul Gregg Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 50.7 Club speakers: and Honorary Member Jim Esson continued administering the JR McKenzie fund applications and allocations for the Palmerston North area. An excellent variety of speakers addressed the Club. These ranged from The NZ Flying Doctor, Dave Baldwin from Bulls, Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Roger Clausen a Palmerston North Club Rotarian, talking about his motorbike trip through North America with Gareth 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. Morgan (at a combined Club visit), our Town Crier, Caroline Robinson, telling us about her prize winning style and

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50.16 District Conference The District Conference this year was at the end of March 2007 in Upper Hutt. It was attended by Allan Gillingham and Dorothy Booth, Reg and Barbara Bridewell, Mike Cross and Joy Kemp, and Katrine and Peter Imrie. It had an excellent programme and entertainment.

50.17 Summary of the Year’s Achievements and High Points:

50.17.1 Meeting Venue A great increase in interaction and general fellowship within the Club over the last year must in part be attributed to the new meeting venue Wharerata. Excellent meals and varied seating arrangements for meals, together with a further change of seating for the meeting, ensures no cliques develop, and has resulted in overall more noise and a much happier atmosphere than existed at the Chalet, at least in the last 10 years there. The ready invitation of guests and prospective members to meetings, was further testimony to the attractiveness of the venue to members. Some difficulties were experienced during the renovation of Wharerata this year. However the staff were very helpful in ensuring that we had somewhere each week to hold our meeting and maintained their high level of catering standard throughout.

50.17.2 Membership As a result of a concentrated effort in attracting new members our membership increased to 40 during the year.

50.17.3 New project: The new project to organise the car parking, and to sell wine and barbecue food at the now established “Wine Women and Song” concert at Caccia Birch each March, looks as though it could develop into a major project for the Club. It is popular with members and largely successful in no small part because of the leftover wine sales to Club members after the event.

50.17.4 Club profile: We did not develop our public profile significantly through the year, either through having a series of prominent speakers, or by other means, although we did get some advertising through the local radio for the Teddy Bears’ picnic, and through our presence at the new Caccia Birch project. We are not alone, as all Rotary Clubs find it difficult to advertise their activities in the community.

50.17.5 Collaboration with other clubs Again we did not develop any increased collaboration with other clubs during the year, as was hoped. We combined with other clubs for Roger Clausen’s talk at the Palmerston North club meeting, and with Milson in hosting the visiting GSE team. However several meetings were organised between all Presidents of the Palmerston North Rotary clubs by the Assistant District Governor, Mitchell Brown. These proved useful for getting to know the other Presidents and also to discuss issues of common interest.

50.17.6 Club fellowship: The club fellowship and level of enthusiasm for projects and general involvement in the club operation, is at a high level. The attendance record is among the best in the region and reflects the enjoyment that members get from physical involvement in projects, social functions and fireside meetings, as well as the general club atmosphere. The several partners’ nights have added to this. A highlight for several years has been the Christmas party, and this year was no exception. The theme was ‘wear a mask’ which provided some intriguing changes in personalities. Father Christmas Reg, and his two fairy helpers Vallis Peet and Bruce Markwell created quite a sensation. They were preceded by an excellent sergeant’s session run by Richard Bullock and Bruce Withell.

50.17.7 Presidential Citation I was pleased on behalf of the Club to accept a Presidential Citation, signed by Bill Boyd the New Zealand Rotary International President this year, for our achievements in 2006-2007.

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50.16 District Conference At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the The District Conference this year was at the end of March 2007 in Upper Hutt. It was attended by Allan Gillingham and Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 Dorothy Booth, Reg and Barbara Bridewell, Mike Cross and Joy Kemp, and Katrine and Peter Imrie. It had an excellent again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised programme and entertainment. boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line.

50.17 Summary of the Year’s Achievements and High Points: So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Snap!the first Phantoms meeting Allanwas to andbe held Reg on - Christmas22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva 50.17.1 Meeting Venue 2006to be the first president of the new club. A great increase in interaction and general fellowship within the Club over the last year must in part be attributed to the new meeting venue Wharerata. Excellent meals and varied seating arrangements for meals, together with a further At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined change of seating for the meeting, ensures no cliques develop, and has resulted in overall more noise and a much happier meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of atmosphere than existed at the Chalet, at least in the last 10 years there. the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston The ready invitation of guests and prospective members to meetings, was further testimony to the attractiveness of the North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. venue to members. Some difficulties were experienced during the renovation of Wharerata this year. However the staff were very helpful in ensuring that we had somewhere each week to hold our meeting and maintained their high level of catering 3.3 The Provisional Club standard throughout. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 50.17.2 Membership was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, As a result of a concentrated effort in attracting new members our membership increased to 40 during the year. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary 50.17.3 New project: Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Pre Christmas drinks Christmas 2006 The new project to organise the car parking, and to sell wine and barbecue food at the now established “Wine Women and Song” concert at Caccia Birch each March, looks as though it could develop into a major project for the Club. It is popular Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, with members and largely successful in no small part because of the leftover wine sales to Club members after the event. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 50.17.4 Club profile: We did not develop our public profile significantly through the year, either through having a series of prominent speakers, The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ or by other means, although we did get some advertising through the local radio for the Teddy Bears’ picnic, and through The election of District Governors and their roles. our presence at the new Caccia Birch project. We are not alone, as all Rotary Clubs find it difficult to advertise their activities in the community. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. 50.17.5 Collaboration with other clubs What does membership of Rotary give its members? Again we did not develop any increased collaboration with other clubs during the year, as was hoped. We combined with Defining duties. other clubs for Roger Clausen’s talk at the Palmerston North club meeting, and with Milson in hosting the visiting GSE Rotary in New Zealand. team. Why Limited Classifications? However several meetings were organised between all Presidents of the Palmerston North Rotary clubs by the Assistant TheWhat Manure is a Rotary project club? - bagging up. Bruce District Governor, Mitchell Brown. These proved useful for getting to know the other Presidents and also to discuss issues Withell and Reg Bridewell of common interest. The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

50.17.6 Club fellowship: The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: The club fellowship and level of enthusiasm for projects and general involvement in the club operation, is at a high level. The attendance record is among the best in the region and reflects the enjoyment that members get from physical Board of Directors involvement in projects, social functions and fireside meetings, as well as the general club atmosphere. The several partners’ nights have added to this. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer A highlight for several years has been the Christmas party, and this year was no exception. The theme was ‘wear a mask’ President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary which provided some intriguing changes in personalities. Father Christmas Reg, and his two fairy helpers Vallis Peet and 51. PRESIDENT YEAR 2007-2008 KATRINE IMRIE: Bruce Markwell created quite a sensation. They were preceded by an excellent sergeant’s session run by Richard Bullock Directors and Bruce Withell. Club51.1 Service Board Members: Vocational Service Community Service International Service Katrine Imrie (President), Reg Bridewell (President Elect), Allan Gillingham (Immediate Past President), Paul Gregg 50.17.7 Presidential Citation (Secretary),Bill Somerville Vallis Peet (Treasurer), MikeNeil Cross Turnbull (Club), Bruce WithellMerv (Community/Vocational),Dymock George JanetStuart Olliver/Dennis I was pleased on behalf of the Club to accept a Presidential Citation, signed by Bill Boyd the New Zealand Rotary Quinn (International/Youth). International President this year, for our achievements in 2006-2007. Members Bulletin51.2 Rotary InternationalLindsay Spencer Theme – “RotaryRay Amer Shares” Bob Burt Harry Craig TheFellowship International HaroldTheme of Parlane ‘Rotary Shares’Tom Bakerwas evident all throughPeter the Caldwell year with the differentBill Howell activities that we carried out. This is2 a Everyquote Rotarian from isWorld an example President to youth. Wilfred Wilkinson “We share through our Club service because our clubs are the

Page 134 PagePage 135127 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 20082018 hands of Rotary. Without clubs there is no Rotary. We share our love through Vocational service because through our work we are the voice of Rotary. We share our love through Community service because service to the community is at the heart of Rotary. We share our love through International service because each one of us in our own country and region serves as the eyes of Rotary.”

51.3 Changeover: Changeover was held on June 27, 2007 at Wharerata and the Theme was “Reach for the Stars.” This was a great evening of fellowship with entertainment from Palmerston North Boys High School Barber Shop Quartet; a first class performance. President Allan Gillingham passed over the Chain of Office for my start to an interesting and busy year. I am proud to have represented the Rotary Club of Terrace End as their President.

51.4 Club Committee: The Club Committee Director, Mike Cross and his team had a very busy year. In October we had the Teddy Bears’ Sleepover at the Novotel. There were not so many teddies as the year before but those there had a great time and we were able to donate $400 towards Cure Kids. We had two Fellowship dinners during the year organized by Noel Cantwell which were well attended and enjoyable nights. Partners’ nights were organized for the 2nd meeting each month with speakers selected of interest. The annual barbeque was held at Barry and Elizabeth’s home and was a great success and enjoyed by all. The Christmas function was a formal evening of food, wine and song. We were entertained by the talent in the Club. Father Christmas arrived accompanied by Shrek and Fiona, alias Vallis and Bruce who love their different roles. The table centres were auctioned off at the end of the evening making a profit of $120 towards the Sunshine Fund. We farewelled Janet Olliver and Shelia Grainger who left us for overseas, that is to Sydney and to Westport respectively. While pleased for them, we were very sorry to see them go. The Sergeants for the evening were Richard and Joyce Bullock. Our first meeting of the year was at Te Matai Golf course where we played Mini Putt and then had a barbeque. Best Player of the day was Richard Bullock. During the year we had the annual Breakfast at Hotel Coachman, a nice way to start the day. We joined with the Inner Wheel Club of Palmerston North and put a team in the Relay For Life. With our captain Ann Ashwell we set about fundraising prior to Christmas with sausage sizzles and the main event, a very successful dinner. We were very pleased to raise in excess of $6,500 and were placed third in the fund raising total per team. We were once again on the gates at Caccia Birch for Wine, Women and Song. We did the security, the gate and sold wine and food - who else gets to work and have great entertainment at the same time?.

51.5 Community/Vocational: The Director of Community/ Vocational, Bruce Withell and his team also had a busy year of projects. Tidying the walkway was carried out regularly in all types of weather. The Manure Drive was a great success with in excess of $2,000 being raised. This will be on the project list for years to come. The Car Boot Sale, initiated by Goff Ashwell, is underway at Terrace End School. It is early days yet but I am sure it will be successful. Daffodil Day on August 31 saw members out in the chill of the morning. This event is enjoyed by all who participate. Enjoying the Third Age was the title of a forum held at The Convention Centre and attended by about 200 people. Ably compered by Eddie Eggers, with four speakers covering sports and exercise, law for geriatrics and a representative from a Primary Health Organisation, the evening was a great success and enjoyed by all who attended. Around the room there were a number of stands manned by people from organizations that provide services for the 50-plus. We were the hosts for the Incoming GSE Team from District 4540 in Brazil who were here for a three day period in May. A joint meeting with other Palmerston North Clubs was held at the McMillan Lockwood Lounge at the Arena to welcome them to Palmerston North.

51.6 International/Youth: The Director of Youth/International until December was Janet Olliver. When she resigned to go overseas Dennis Quinn kindly volunteered to cover the remainder of the year. This committee also worked well with firstly their Youth side by sending one person to RYLA, one to RYPEN and two to the Science Forum in Auckland. We also sponsored one person for Business Week. This committee looked into the prospect of having an Exchange Student, with the result that we have a student coming from Germany for the year; the first at Terrace End for many years. She will be hosted by 3 members for 4 months each.

51.7 Memorial Trust: There were three recipients this year from a number of high standard participants. They were a musician, a metal worker and a classical singer, all using the money to further their studies.

Page 128136 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End hands of Rotary. Without clubs there is no Rotary. We share our love through Vocational service because through our work At the51.8 20 Bulletins: November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the we are the voice of Rotary. We share our love through Community service because service to the community is at the heart ThisPalmerston year weNorth were clubfortunate sponsor to ahave new Jo club Myers in thisas ourarea. Bulletin This Editor,matter wasand discussedwith this atbeing the clubher profession,assembly on the 17 BulletinsMarch, 1958were of Rotary. We share our love through International service because each one of us in our own country and region serves as veryagain informative chaired by Presidentand with greatJohn photography.Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised the eyes of Rotary.” boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 51.9 Members: 51.3 Changeover: So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Duringmember the Graham year we Hubbard ran a number, as President of new of members’ the Palmerston nights. North These Rotary were enjoyableClub. The and new served club to had show 22 initialpeople memberswhat Rotary and Changeover was held on June 27, 2007 at Wharerata and the Theme was “Reach for the Stars.” This was a great evening of was all about, but did not bring the numbers in that we would have liked. fellowship with entertainment from Palmerston North Boys High School Barber Shop Quartet; a first class performance. the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva Theto be aimthe firstwas to president increase ofmembership the new club. by three and this was done when we welcomed Kathryn Beer, Bill Barber and Kerry President Allan Gillingham passed over the Chain of Office for my start to an interesting and busy year. I am proud to have Little. During the year we had one member transfer to Foxton Club and two others Janet Olliver and Shelia Grainger, who represented the Rotary Club of Terrace End as their President. bothAt a meetingserved as on director’s 29 May, leave 1958, the a area. number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Richardmeetings and of theJoyce Palmerston Bullock leftNorth us inand February Terrace toEnd go committees down to Nelson were toto bebe heldcloser and to onefamily. director Eddie and paid three a fitting members tribute of 51.4 Club Committee: tothe them Palmerston both for North their Club involvement should be in detailed Rotary. to Richard attend wasthe TerracePresident End 1993-94 weekly meetings.and held directorships Lindsay Spencer from, a 2000-2005. Palmerston The Club Committee Director, Mike Cross and his team had a very busy year. In October we had the Teddy Bears’ RichardNorth Rotarian, and Joyce was both placed played on aloan big topart the in new the Terraceclub to actEnd as Rotary its secretary family. and Richard’s to help biggest the club accomplishment to become established. was the part Sleepover at the Novotel. There were not so many teddies as the year before but those there had a great time and we were he played in establishing and running Top Schools. able to donate $400 towards Cure Kids. We had two Fellowship dinners during the year organized by Noel Cantwell which 3.3 The Provisional Club were well attended and enjoyable nights. Partners’ nights were organized for the 2nd meeting each month with speakers 51.10 Speakers: In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club selected of interest. The annual barbeque was held at Barry and Elizabeth’s home and was a great success and enjoyed by Overof Terrace the yearEnd wewould had takea great place variety at the and Ross range Intermediate of speakers School in a onprogramme Monday, 9put June together at 5.45pm. well byThe Roger Principal, Munn Frank and PeterClift, all. The Christmas function was a formal evening of food, wine and song. We were entertained by the talent in the Club. wasCollins. one Someof the offoundation the notable members ones were of the Heather club. RoyHe alsoMP, announced mother and that soldier; the caterers Rob Hewitt would who be Mr survived & Mrs in Christensen, the seas off Father Christmas arrived accompanied by Shrek and Fiona, alias Vallis and Bruce who love their different roles. The table knownKapiti Island;as the Regal Tania Caterers Davidson, and who that was each one member of the Outward would pay Group 4/6d. Study At this Exchange first meeting Members the speaker to USA; would Chris be Filzwierser, Mr Monty centres were auctioned off at the end of the evening making a profit of $120 towards the Sunshine Fund. We farewelled Lascellesrescue helicopter of Westshore, pilot; Napier. Jeanette This Park, waspolice an appropriate officer, whochoice was of woundedspeaker becausea few yearsMonty ago had when been her a membercolleague of lostthe hisRotary life; Janet Olliver and Shelia Grainger who left us for overseas, that is to Sydney and to Westport respectively. While pleased for ClubMauro of Giuliano Palmerston Rotary North Ambassadorial since December Scholar 1944 from and Argentina;had been one Jacqueline of the prime Rowarth, movers Director for the of formation Massey Agriculture. of the new club them, we were very sorry to see them go. The Sergeants for the evening were Richard and Joyce Bullock. atAt Terrace times we End went before out heon wasvisits transferred to such places to Napier. as Ezibuy2 and to Centrepoint. Our first meeting of the year was at Te Matai Golf course where we played Mini Putt and then had a barbeque. Best Player of the day was Richard Bullock. During the year we had the annual Breakfast at Hotel Coachman, a nice way to start the Subsequent51.11 My bulletins Year as were President: designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, day. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but We joined with the Inner Wheel Club of Palmerston North and put a team in the Relay For Life. With our captain Ann At the start of the year I presented each Director with a list of my goals for the year and I was pleased that all but one were concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Ashwell we set about fundraising prior to Christmas with sausage sizzles and the main event, a very successful dinner. We achieved, the one not achieved was the Kapiti Trip, but this is being taken up by the new Board. were very pleased to raise in excess of $6,500 and were placed third in the fund raising total per team. We were once again I was proud to receive at the end of the year a Presidential Citation. on the gates at Caccia Birch for Wine, Women and Song. We did the security, the gate and sold wine and food - who else The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ gets to work and have great entertainment at the same time?. 51.12The election Rotary ofThoughts: District Governors and their roles. OneThe of my meaning initiatives of a atProvisional each meeting Club was to toTerrace begin End.with a Rotary Foundation Thought. These ranged from topics relating 51.5 Community/Vocational: to GroupExplanation Study Exchangeof avenues to of Polio service. Plus. Educating Rotarians about the work of the Rotary Foundation is one of the most effective tools for gaining and broadening support of our Annual Programs Fund and the Every Rotarian Every Year effort. The Director of Community/ Vocational, Bruce Withell and his team also had a busy year of projects. Tidying the walkway What does membership of Rotary give its members? was carried out regularly in all types of weather. The Manure Drive was a great success with in excess of $2,000 being raised. The weekly Rotary Foundation Thought was designed to inform our members of the many ways in which we impact on Defining duties. This will be on the project list for years to come. The Car Boot Sale, initiated by Goff Ashwell, is underway at Terrace End the world- there’s always something new and exciting going on in Rotary. School. It is early days yet but I am sure it will be successful. Rotary in New Zealand. Daffodil Day on August 31 saw members out in the chill of the morning. This event is enjoyed by all who participate. 51.13Why Limited DG’S Visit:Classifications? Enjoying the Third Age was the title of a forum held at The Convention Centre and attended by about 200 people. Ably Pat Whatand Melva is a Rotary Waite club?were warmly welcomed by a large audience. DG Pat entertained and enlightened members when he compered by Eddie Eggers, with four speakers covering sports and exercise, law for geriatrics and a representative from a talkedThe with ‘4 -passion Way Test’ and as commitment a measuring aboutstick, Rotaryetc. and his determination to live up to the “Rotary Shares” motto. Primary Health Organisation, the evening was a great success and enjoyed by all who attended. Around the room there were a number of stands manned by people from organizations that provide services for the 50-plus. The51.14 bulletin Assistant dated 19Governor: June included a committee plan for the club as follows: We were the hosts for the Incoming GSE Team from District 4540 in Brazil who were here for a three day period in May. Allan Gillingham was appointed Assistant Governor this year, continuing for two years, of the Manawatu (Palmerston A joint meeting with other Palmerston North Clubs was held at the McMillan Lockwood Lounge at the Arena to welcome North) cluster of Rotary Clubs. them to Palmerston North. Board of Directors Jack51.15 Sylva Casework Chain: George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer 51.6 International/Youth: We now have a case to carry the Presidential Chain; this was achieved thanks to Roger Munn. The Director of Youth/International until December was Janet Olliver. When she resigned to go overseas Dennis Quinn President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Invitations: kindly volunteered to cover the remainder of the year. This committee also worked well with firstly their Youth side by DuringDirectors the year Peter and I attended different functions to represent the Club, sending one person to RYLA, one to RYPEN and two to the Science Forum in Auckland. We also sponsored one person The District Governor’s Changeover at Southwood Car Museum in Paraparaumu and the Celebration of Dr Desmond for Business Week. QuickClub Servicewho has been in Rotary in WoodvilleVocational for 60 years Service to name a Communitycouple. Service International Service This committee looked into the prospect of having an Exchange Student, with the result that we have a student coming I attended the Senior Net 10th Anniversary Luncheon at Awapuni Racecourse as my first representation for the Club. from Germany for the year; the first at Terrace End for many years. She will be hosted by 3 members for 4 months each. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart

Members51.16 Forums: 51.7 Memorial Trust: I held two Forums over the year, at the first the Club Policies were presented for comments and passed, these included There were three recipients this year from a number of high standard participants. They were a musician, a metal worker Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Invited Rotary Guests, New Members, Projects, Charity Financial Support, Financial Arrears, LOA and Attendance. Bruce and a classical singer, all using the money to further their studies. MarkwellFellowship spoke on theHarold Memorial Parlane Trust. JanetTom Bakerdiscussed our wish toPeter have Caldwell an Overseas Student,Bill and Howell the 50th Celebrations were discussed. 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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51.17 District Governor’s Paul Harris Award: This year District Governor Pat Waite asked the Club to select someone not in Rotary from the community who deserved a Paul Harris Award. This went to the Club and Sue Forde nominated Janet Webb from the Stewart Centre. Janet joined the New Zealand Stewart Centre Trust and the Brain Injury Trust of NZ with a view of establishing the Manawatu Stewart Centre. She became involved when one of her sons suffered a brain injury as a result of an accident and realised the lack of assistance here. Janet instigated the setting up of the Stewart Centre in Palmerston North and still works tirelessly for it. Her Award was presented by DG Pat Waite.

51.18 50th Anniversary Celebrations: During the year I asked Ross Jones to begin work on the 50th Anniversary Celebrations. Ross had already done a lot of work in resurrecting the electronic version of ‘5.30 on Wednesday’ prepared for our 40th Anniversary. A committee was formed comprising the following; Ross Jones, Reg Bridewell, Mike Cross, Eddie Eggers, Vallis Peet, Malcolm Busch, Bruce Markwell, Lloyd Love, Jo Myers, Allan Gillingham and myself.

51.19 Paul Harris Fellows: I was very pleased to be able, as my last commitment, to present two Members with their Paul Harris Awards, Eddie Eggers and Vallis Peet. On the night when they were presented it was such a thrill to see the look of pride on the faces of the Fellows and their wives, Ann and Lynn. This was a proud moment for me and a great way to end my year as President.

51.20 Memory of Bill Johnston: Former Rotary Club of Terrace end President Bill Johnston who will be fondly remembered by many was given a special place of Recognition at Ozanam House in Palmerston North. Bill who died in October 2001 made Ozanam House one of his six charities to share in a substantial investment which has been left in perpetuity. A photograph of Bill, along with one of his wife Edna, and a brief biography have been put together by Ozanam House for display in their building 1 Ruahine Street. Our Club provided the framing for the photographs.

51.21 Rotary Conference: This year the conference was held at Wairakei in Taupo, the whole complex was booked out and was a great venue, the Club was represented by Allan Gillingham, Dorothy Booth, Mike Cross, Joy Kemp and myself. The Gala night was Mardi Gras and the costumes were spectacular and great conference enjoyed by all who went.

51.22 Jim Kerr Rotarian: I would like to pay my respects to Jim Kerr, Paul Harris Fellow, who passed away on August 15, 2007 after a brave fight with cancer. As a Rotarian and a friend to us all I feel that he displayed what being in Rotary is all about, over his years in Rotary he worked tirelessly whether it was assisting with community chores, raising money or working with and on the GSE Committee which he was still on at the time of his death. Jim was the person that you could always depend on for advice. In fact the day after my induction as President I visited Jim and Ruth and he gave me some good advice for my year which I took on board and referred to regularly. I remember when he received his Paul Harris Award how modest he was about this, not sure if he deserved it, but proud to receive it. At Jim’s funeral Goff Ashwell spoke on behalf of the Club and a large majority of the Club formed a Guard of Honour.

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51.17 District Governor’s Paul Harris Award: At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the This year District Governor Pat Waite asked the Club to select someone not in Rotary from the community who deserved Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 a Paul Harris Award. This went to the Club and Sue Forde nominated Janet Webb from the Stewart Centre. again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised Janet joined the New Zealand Stewart Centre Trust and the Brain Injury Trust of NZ with a view of establishing the boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Manawatu Stewart Centre. She became involved when one of her sons suffered a brain injury as a result of an accident and realised the lack of assistance here. Janet instigated the setting up of the Stewart Centre in Palmerston North and still works So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present tirelessly for it. Her Award was presented by DG Pat Waite. member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and Presidentthe first Katrinemeeting andwas Dorothyto be held Booth on 22at a May,social 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva functionto be the first president of the new club. 51.18 50th Anniversary Celebrations: th During the year I asked Ross Jones to begin work on the 50 Anniversary Celebrations. Ross had already done a lot of At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined th work in resurrecting the electronic version of ‘5.30 on Wednesday’ prepared for our 40 Anniversary. A committee was meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of formed comprising the following; Ross Jones, Reg Bridewell, Mike Cross, Eddie Eggers, Vallis Peet, Malcolm Busch, Bruce the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston Markwell, Lloyd Love, Jo Myers, Allan Gillingham and myself. North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

51.19 Paul Harris Fellows: 3.3 The Provisional Club I was very pleased to be able, as my last commitment, to present two Members with their Paul Harris Awards, Eddie Eggers In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club and Vallis Peet. On the night when they were presented it was such a thrill to see the look of pride on the faces of the of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, Fellows and their wives, Ann and Lynn. This was a proud moment for me and a great way to end my year as President. was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 51.20 Memory of Bill Johnston: Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Former Rotary Club of Terrace end President Bill Johnston who will be fondly remembered by many was given a special Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club New Member Bill Barber being induccted by place of Recognition at Ozanam House in Palmerston North. Bill who died in October 2001 made Ozanam House one of at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 President Katrine Imrie his six charities to share in a substantial investment which has been left in perpetuity. A photograph of Bill, along with one of his wife Edna, and a brief biography have been put together by Ozanam House for display in their building 1 Ruahine Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Street. Our Club provided the framing for the photographs. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 51.21 Rotary Conference: This year the conference was held at Wairakei in Taupo, the whole complex was booked out and was a great venue, the Club The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ was represented by Allan Gillingham, Dorothy Booth, Mike Cross, Joy Kemp and myself. The Gala night was Mardi Gras The election of District Governors and their roles. and the costumes were spectacular and great conference enjoyed by all who went. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. 51.22 Jim Kerr Rotarian: What does membership of Rotary give its members? I would like to pay my respects to Jim Kerr, Paul Harris Fellow, who passed away on August 15, 2007 after a brave fight Defining duties. with cancer. As a Rotarian and a friend to us all I feel that he displayed what being in Rotary is all about, over his years in Rotary Rotary in New Zealand. he worked tirelessly whether it was assisting with community chores, raising money or working with and on the GSE Why Limited Classifications? Committee which he was still on at the time of his death. What is a Rotary club? Jim was the person that you could always depend on for advice. In fact the day after my induction as President I visited Jim The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. and Ruth and he gave me some good advice for my year which I took on board and referred to regularly. I remember when he received his Paul Harris Award how modest he was about this, not sure if he deserved it, but proud to receive it. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: At Jim’s funeral Goff Ashwell spoke on behalf of the Club and a large majority of the Club formed a Guard of Honour.

Board of Directors The Teddy Bear’sBears’ Sleepover project at the NovatelNovatel raisingraisiing moneymoney forJack Cure Sylva Kids. George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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Eddie Eggers and Vallis Peet wearing their recently presented Paul Harris medals. With them are Paul Harris Fellows Bruce Markwell, John Cromie, Lloyd Love and Mike Cross .

Bruce Markwell, Chairman of the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust, presenting awardees with their cheques.

Malcolm Busch, Lloyd Love and Mike Cross manning the gates and operating a BBQ at “Wine, Women and Song” held at Caccia Birch.

A large gathering of 175 guests celebrating 100 years of Rotary at the Manawatu Racing Club lounge.

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52.At the PRESIDENT’S 20 November meeting, YEAR under 2008-2009 President John REG Hubbard, BRIDEWELL it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again52.1 chaired Board by President Members: John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Reg Bridewell (President), Eddie Eggers (President Elect), Katrine Imrie (Immediate Past President), Peter Collins (Secretary), Vallis Peet (Treasurer), Bruce Withell (Club), Mike Cross (International). Jo Myers (Vocational), Malcolm Busch (Community). So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Eddie Eggers and Vallis Peet wearing their remember Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and cently presented Paul Harris medals. With them 52.2 Rotary International Theme “Make Dreams Real” the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva are Paul Harris Fellows Bruce Markwell, John World President Dong Kurn Lee set this theme for the year quoting the statistic that 30,000 children under the age to be the first president of the new club. Cromie, Lloyd Love and Mike Cross of five die of preventable causes, every day, around the world. DK Lee stressed the point that we start where we are standing, and that saving just one life is infinitely better than saving none . At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined Rightmeetings from of thethe onset Palmerston of my yearNorth we and were Terrace able to End put committeesthis theme to were good to use be byheld assisting and one a Fijiandirector burns and victim three memberswith his of treatmentthe Palmerston in Wellington. North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. 52.3 Changeover The Changeover was held on the nd2 July, at Wharerata with the theme being A DAY AT THE RACES. Club members 3.3 The Provisional Club really got into the theme and a large number of patrons dressed up for the evening. There were races for the fillies and mares,In the firstas well bulletin as for thedated geldings 4 June, and 1958, stallions. Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, It was my intention to have four directors and only three committees. This was to ensure that each committee had was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, sufficient members to get our plans completed. The Club and International committee’s shared the same members. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty LascellesBill Barber of wasWestshore, originally Napier. selected This as Directorwas an appropriate of Community, choice however of speaker he wasbecause unable Monty to take had upbeen the a positionmember dueof the to Rotary Bruce Markwell, Chairman of the Rotary Club Clubfamily of issues Palmerston and he Northwas granted since Decemberlong term 1944leave. andMalcolm had been Busch one stepped of the primein as Director movers forfor thethe formationrest of the ofyear the for new which club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust, atI was Terrace extremely End before grateful. he was transferred to Napier.2 presenting awardees with their cheques. 52.4 District Governor Visit Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, WeBulletin had anEditor early and visit Rotary from DistrictInformation Governor Officer, Tony Lindsay Fryer and Spencer part did of justhis message that. He was made to bebrief vigilant mention in looking of the speakers out for but newconcentrated members. on My conveying aim was ato good have deal a new of members/partnersRotary Information night to the every new second members Wednesday. under headings such as: 52.5 Membership The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ Early in my term we received resignations from Brian Picket and Brendon Dorn, so a major emphasis was on promoting newThe members. election This of Districtwas successful Governors in the and recruitment their roles. of Stuart Birks. Stuart is Senior Lecturer in economics at Massey University’sThe meaning Department of a Provisional of Applied Club International to Terrace EconomicsEnd. and also directs the centre for Public Policy Evaluation. Explanation of avenues of service. In Stuart’s acceptance of becoming a member he made the following comment which is well worth repeating. What does membership of Rotary give its members? “I appreciateDefining theduties. “community feel” of Rotary and added, being at Massey, I mix with lots of people from elsewhere who see their time here as somewhat transitory. Although my children have grown up here, it hasn’t been so easy to find what Rotary in New Zealand. might be considered a local community, but you have that sort of feel about you. I knew nothing about Rotary before Malcolm Busch, Lloyd Love and Mike Cross comingWhy here. Limited But Classifications?I have found that you are a nice group of nice people doing decent things among yourselves and in manning the gates and operating a BBQ at the Whatcommunity. is a Rotary You areclub? doing it without fuss or fanfare. You may not realise it, but that is not at all common. It is to be “Wine, Women and Song” held at Caccia Birch. valued,The and ‘4 - I amWay pleasedTest’ as toa becomemeasuring a member”.stick, etc.

52.6 GSE Team Visit The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Our club hosted the GSE team from Brazil and the hosts and Club members enjoyed their visit and the evening at Arena 1.

Board52.7 of DirectorsExchange Student TheJack arrivalSylva of our exchange student AnneGeorge Merlau Stuart was warmly greetedBill Somervilleby club members and Lindsayin February Spencer she gave the Club a talk on the exchange students trip to the South Island. President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 52.8 50THAnniversary Directors The club held its 50th Anniversary during my term of office with activities on thest 1 and 2nd of November 2008. There wasClub been Service considerable interest from past membersVocational and Service a large numberCommunity attended. ServiceIn addition membersInternational of local Service clubs and District Governor Tony Fryer attended. Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart A large gathering of 175 guests celebrating 100 A committee of Ross Jones, Katrine Imrie, Eddie Eggers, Lloyd Love, Bruce Markwell, Paul Gregg, Allan Gillingham, years of Rotary at the Manawatu Racing Club MalcolmMembers Busch, Jo Myers and Vallis Peet organized the event. This included updating “5.30 Wednesday”, the record of lounge. our 50 year club history. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig The Friday night function was held at our home in Florence Avenue with a large number of out of town attendees. Sadly IFellowship received a phone callHarold midway Parlane through theTom evening Baker to be advised thatPeter my Caldwell younger brother TerryBill Howellhad suffered a major heart attack and was in an induced coma in the Wellington Hospital which put a dampener on proceedings and a trip to Wellington2 Every hospital Rotarian the is next an example day indicated to youth. that he was on life support and unlikely to recover.

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I returned to Palmerston North for the 50th Anniversary Dinner which was held at the Awapuni Function centre, but sadly my memory of the night was clouded by the plight of my brother.

52.9 Daffodil Day. Club members once again turned out to help this major collection day for the Cancer Society. It certainly was not the start to spring we all would like to see, in fact it was a continuance of one of the wettest and coldest winters Palmerston North has experienced. None the less our brave members all turned up and did their best.

52.10 Trees for Survival. Our club is taking a leading role with the trees for survival program. Our Club is involved with Ross Intermediate and Paul Gregg is our liaisons officer with the School and Horizons District Council.

52.11 Junior Neighbourhood Support. Our Club is taking a leading role this year in promoting this project. It was initiated last year mainly with support from The Rotary Club of Palmerston North. It is intended that the five Palmerston North Rotary Clubs will be involved. The project involves local schools, Russell St, Somerset, Linton Camp and Cloverlea together with the youth aid section of the NZ Police, Civil defence, NZ Fire Service and the Ambulance Service. The aim is get children involved from a young age to be aware of their neighbourhood and things they can do to make it a better area to be living. This project fits in well with the Rotary theme MAKE DREAMS REAL as we all would like society working together to end child abuse and domestic violence.

52.12 Fund raising projects Manawatu Wine and Food Festival - The Club started a new project in the form of the “Manawatu Wine and Food Festival” the first one was held on the th6 & 7th June 2009. Gavin Johanson together with Malcolm Busch and Katrine Imrie did a lot of the start-up work. Car boot sale – Goff Ashwell initiated a car boot sale operating from Terrace End School. Sadly we did not get sufficient interest and the operation was eventually abandoned. The Club once again participated on the bagged compost manure project with Bill Barber putting in a huge effort to obtain the manure and organise the bagging of it. The Club again looked after the security for the Wine Women and Song Concert at Caccia Birch together with the sale of wines. This project once again was organized by Maurice Downing.

52.13 Other projects These included: Food Bank Collection, Teddy Bears Picnic, Friendship Dinners, Club Sergeant Competition, Relay for Life, the Walkway Clean-up project, and a successful trip to Kapiti Island. In addition our Club has been involved with the Stewart Centre’s renovation and we organized an opening that was enjoyed by all.

52.14 Speakers During my year we had a lot of interesting speakers that included: • Robin Salisbury a Clinical psychologist and sex therapist. • Alistair Clement A Geographer’s view of the Manawatu • Stuart Birks Why economists, and everyone else, often get it wrong. • Dr Don Baken Psycho-Oncology Service explained • Bethany Mudd on her fortnight at the Rotary National Science & Technology Forum in Auckland • Fred Symes University of the 3rd Age U3A • Natalie Eustace on RYLA. An awesome learning experience. • Michael Bryant on the Fellowship of Flying Rotarians • Professor Richard Archer and Allan Hardacre on the start-up of a micro Brewery at Massey University

52.15 Special thanks Some members do a substantial amount of work in the back room of a Rotary Club and I would like to single out Maurice Downing (Sergeant at Arms) Peter McDermott (Bulletin editor) Joan Norrie and Roger Munn (program) Alan Caddick (raffle), Peter Rainford (door greetings) and Goff Ashwell (if something needs to be done) to thank them for all that they have done this year. All of the Club members throughout my year participated well on all projects and the office bearers were a pleasure to work with.

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At the52.16 20 NovemberEnd of year meeting, Changeover under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the PalmerstonThis was again North held club at sponsorWharerata. a new The club Lucky in this Draw area. winner This wasmatter Alan wasCaddick. discussed Sue atForde the club made assembly a contribution on 17 withMarch, sharing 1958 againa Rotary chaired Moment, by President Gavin Johannsen John Hubbard. and Joan The Norrie club conducting approved unanimouslythe Sergeants theSession formation and Pamela of a newTankersley club with gave the the revised boundaryParting Thought. line being The100 Inner yards WestWheel ofclub Albert of Palmerston St, running North from cook the Manawatubook “FEAST” River wentto Richardson’s on sale, which Line. contained recipes from several of our members. All in all, a great finale, to the Rotary year. So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of 2008-2009the Palmerston Presidents North ofClub the Rotaryshould Clubs be detailed of to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston PalmerstonNorth Rotarian, North was with placed Assistant on loanGovernor to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Allan Gillingham (right) 3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Rotary Exchange student Anna Merlau, from concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Germany, with President Reg Bridewell and host Eddie Eggers The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? th RotaryThe Club ‘4 - ofWay Terrace Test’ as End a measuring 50 Anniversary stick, etc. celebrated on 1 November 2008 The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: The Anniversary Cake

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A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End in. ThisPaul Harrisproject Fellow fits inawardees well with at thethe Rotary theme ‘Make Dreams Real’ as we all would like society working together to end childAnniversary, abuse and including domestic new violence. recipients Goff Ashwell (back row) and Paul52.10 Gregg Other(seated) activities Other plans we have for the remainder of my year includes: Food bank Collection, Manure Drive, Wine and Food exhibition, Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Friendship Dinner, Club Sergeant Competition, Relay for Life Car Boot Sale on a monthly basis, continuance of the walkway project, and we hope to finish the year with a successful trip to Kapiti Island

52.11 The backroom ‘boys’ Some members do a substantial amount of work in the back room of a Rotary Club and I would like to single out members Maurice Downing (Sergeant at Arms) Peter McDermott (bulletinChangeover editor) June Joan 2009 Norrie and Roger Munn (programme) Alan Caddick (raffle) and Peter Rainford (door greetings) and Goff Ashwell (if something needs to be done). President Reg about to hand over the Chain of Office to incoming I am pleased with the way my year has started and I look forward to completing the rest of my year. President Eddie Eggers

53. REFLECTIONS: The Rotary Club of Terrace End has nearly completed 50 years of service, and so it is an appropriate time to consider what we have achieved and what part we have played in the history of Palmerston North. From an initial membership of 24 on charter night November 1, 1958, the Rotary Club of Terrace End membership increased to just over 80 in the third decade, had fallen to 30 by 2004, but increased again to 42 in the 2007-2008 Rotary Year. Throughout all this time the club has continued to support many charities and organizations. Apart from regular support for GSE teams, both incoming and outgoing, RYLA, RYPEN, and a range of other charity appeals, we established our flagship project, the Rotary Club of Terrace End Memorial Education Trust. This has become well known throughout the region and to date has distributed about $80,000 in funding for young people wishing to follow their dreams.

In conjunction with the other Rotary Clubs in Palmerston North, Terrace End has had a significant effect in developing recreational resources, raising money for charities, and in attracting members who have been leading citizens in the city businesses. In this way Rotary has maintained a centre of goodwill, energy and support for the city.

Internationally, Rotary has evolved over more than 100 years into an association with a network of member clubs spread throughout 154 countries and 38 geographical regions, and continues to fulfill its role of building “bridges of friendship” in its international services. Throughout that time the enthusiasm that has powered the development of many of Rotary International’s outstanding programmes and its projects, has not diminished. In New Zealand Rotary has been going for 87 years.

However where is Rotary going in the future? As we look forward it seems critical that Rotary clubs must make their own mark on their communities as an influential group of leading business and professional people concerned about community needs. An example of this is how Rotary has taken the lead in the eradication of polio. We should aim to be more proactive rather than remain just a tool for others to use in achieving their aims. Clubs can easily become fundraising machines for other organisations that are well able to raise their own funds. This direction will not contribute to Rotary’s potential and will not attract the business and professional leaders of a community into membership. Such people want to be involved in leadership activities. They want to see the organisation they serve recognised by the community for its leadership role in whatever avenues of service it chooses to follow. For individual clubs a strong leadership role may be difficult to achieve, but if the Palmerston North clubs were to take a more co-ordinated approach then this would not be impossible.

The history of the Rotary Club of Terrace End is a history of its many services and avenues of charitable support. If the future membership can match the ideals of former members in fulfilling the Rotary objective of ‘Service above Self ’as a basis of operation, then the future of the Rotary Club of Terrace End will be in safe hands. Page 136

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54.At the PRESIDENT’S 20 November meeting, YEAR under 2009-2010 President John EDDIE Hubbard, EGGERS it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again54.1 chaired Board by President Members: John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Eddie Eggers (President), Reg Bridewell (Immediate Past President), Bruce Withell (President Elect), Peter Collins (Secretary), Vallis Peet (Treasurer), Bruce Markwell (Club Administration), Goff Ashwell (Service Projects). So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present memberWe began Graham the year Hubbard with a new, as Presidentstructure toof the organisationPalmerston North of the RotaryRotary Club.Club ofThe Terrace new Endclub Board.had 22 Mostinitial notable, members and thewas firstthe creation meeting of was a Service to be held Projects on 22 committee. May, 1958. We hopedThe provisional that, by havinginduction an oversightdate was setof allfor projects 7 July, 1958,we could with keep Jack Sylva toa handle be the onfirst coverage president of theof the four new avenues club. of service. In general, this seems to have been successful, but the process is a work in progress. Goff Ashwell was the first Service Projects Director. Bruce Markwell led the Club Administration AtCommittee. a meeting My on thanks29 May, to 1958,them both.a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of 54.2 The Rotary International Theme: “The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands.” the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North 54.3 Rotarian, District was Governor’s placed on Visit: loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. DG David Watt, spoke about a placing emphasis on developing clusters of clubs and selecting projects with a collective interest.3.3 HeThe also Provisional suggested investigatingClub former Rotarians who had gone on to Probus and targeting their family Inmembers the first as potentialbulletin dated Rotarians 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was 54.4one of Clubthe foundation Administration members Committee: of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, knownThe programme as the Regal subcommittee Caterers, and has that ensured each member we have would a steady pay diet4/6d. of excellentAt this first speakers meeting and the we speakerall thank would John beGardner, Mr Monty Lascellesand Joan ofNorrie Westshore, in her Napier.absence, This for their was efforts.an appropriate Maurice choice Downing of speaker once becauseagain took Monty on the had onerousbeen a taskmember of trying of the toRotary Clubensure of all Palmerston weekly duties North were since covered December and frequently 1944 and beat had tobeen the one punch of the those prime on Gearmovers Out. for the formation of the new club atA highlightTerrace End of bothbefore Past he Presidentwas transferred Reg’s andto Napier. my years2 as President was the club’s hosting of Rotary Youth Exchangee Anne Merlau. She was a breath of fresh air for us all. Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, There were many outstanding speakers: among them Ian Wishart talking about the South Island High country, Ross Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Broadhead on the Disputes Resolution process; DG David Watt and new directions for Rotary and a pilot project for the concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Rotary foundation; Barrie Gibson of Gibbie’s World fame; Malcolm and Pip Davidson of Puddleducks Early Childhood Education Centres; Craig Steed and godwit migration; Diana Neild children’s book author; John and Jo Ashworth winemakers;The distribution Allan Gillingham of Rotary onDistricts anthropogenic in NZ nitrous oxide emissions and Bruce Withell on microlights; Dave BaldwinThe andelection “Healthy of District Bastards;” Governors relaxed and yoga their with roles. Peter McDermott; John Franson and Honey Bees; NotableThe Partingmeaning Thought of a Provisional (from AllanClub toGillingham) Terrace End.from the pen of George Bernard Shaw: “ProgressExplanation is impossible of avenues without of change, service. and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” Then for good measureWhat in does lighter membership mood he addedof Rotary “If it’sgive true its thatmembers? we are here to help others, then what exactly are the others here for.” DuringDefining the year duties. we have also undertaken social activities and one round of Fellowship Dinners. Unfortunately circumstancesRotary in New did notZealand. allow for the conclusion of the second round. OneWhy other Limited activity Classifications?we undertook was to arrange a combined meeting for the visiting Scottish Group Study Exchange team. That was one of the best nights of the Rotary year and an opportunity to work with another club and to host many Rotarians. What is a Rotary club? The54.5 ‘4 Service- Way Test’Projects as a Committeemeasuring stick, etc. Major projects for the year had been the health information evening on pain that was open to the public and attracted a large audience,The bulletin assistance dated to19 the June National included Special a committee Olympics plan in December, for the club and as lastfollows: but certainly not least, the Manawatu Wine and Food Festival. Although the accounts are not finalised, the proceeds from the festival should enable the club to make a sizeable donation to the Emergency Response Kit scheme. The Wine and Food Festival is clearly an example of a worthwhile Board of Directors endeavour. But, it needs people in the form of Rotarians to manage and run it satisfactorily. This year the numbers available wereJack onlySylva just adequate. If we want to successfullyGeorge undertakeStuart projects Billwe needSomerville to grow our membership.Lindsay PerhapsSpencer a key point of difference we can use in promoting our club is our desire to increase membership in order to carry out more projects. IPresident won’t attempt to mention all the activitiesTreasurer undertaken this past year.Vice-President Notable however have Secretarybeen a composted manure drive,Directors the Food Bank appeal, Daffodil Day, Light Up A Life, Trees for Survival, and Relay for Life. In addition members have been involved with the Walkway working party and other ‘little’ projects. EarlierClub Servicein the year the club made a quick responseVocational to the Service Samoan tsunamiCommunity disaster by Service providing fundsInternational for a Shelter Service Box. Now theBill Board Somerville feels that the ERK is more appropriateNeil Turnbull for the South PacificMerv region Dymock where much assistanceGeorge is regularly Stuart needed. The club has contributed to RYLA, the Science Summer School and New Zealand Business Week through sponsoring youngMembers people to attend. Bulletin54.6 Membership:Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig TheFellowship year began with Harold32 members Parlane includingTom 6 Bakerfemale members. ThisPeter was Caldwell 4 less than in the previousBill Howell June 2008. The average age was 69 years. Four members have been in the club for 1-4 years; 8 for 3-5 years; 20 for 5-10 years or more. Four members2 Every Rotarianhad proposed is an example a new memberto youth. in the previous two years.

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A club membership forum led by Pam Tankersley and Allan Gillingham to start the Rotary year was timely and was hoped to lead to new members. A Friends of Rotary evening had 33 guests but no inductions resulted, despite the efforts of members to locate, introduce, and to familiarize prospective members through visits to the club. There were times when the outlook was very encouraging but there were no additions to the membership list.

54.7 Memorial Educational Trust: Another successful year resulted in an exciting group of recipients for Trust awards. Awardees: Matthew Wilson (NZ Sec Schools Choir), Peter Clark (International chemical congress), John Kendall (athletics), Kate Middelton-Olliver (Drama management internship), Katarina O’Callaghan (hockey), Daniel Hayles (small bore target shooting), Daniel Hayles (performance jazz).

54.8 Paul Harris Fellows: At the end of my Presidential year, at Changeover, PHF awards were presented to Katrine Imrie, Maurice Downing and Allan Gillingham for their notable contributions to the club and community.

54.9 Thanks: All members made contributions to the success of this past Rotary year. Although there are dangers in singling out individuals, I want to note Alan Caddick for his meticulous door and attendance-keeping and weekly story, and Stuart Birks whose weekly Bulletins were something we all fired up our computer to read on a Sunday afternoon. Thank you both. Your commitment and regularity set a fine example. The Bulletins contained something for everyone. Katrine Imrie has been someone we just couldn’t do without and I needn’t detail the things she has done. Suffice to say there have been many more things she’s done than have been publicly recognised. The programme subcommittee has ensured we have a steady diet of excellent speakers. Although it has been a somewhat quiet year administratively, the members of the board have all made substantial contributions to the running of the club. The subcommittee conveners have also played their part. Thank you for your support. Thanks also to the Wharerata staff for looking after us so well each week. To those who have encouraged me during the year, Thank you. I’m grateful for all the support I’ve received. Kind words go a long way. If you haven’t been mentioned by name I’m sorry about the oversight. Special thanks to Anne for all the little things she’s done and the ways in which she’s helped the year run smoothly and for the activities in which she’s involved herself. So another Chapter has reached its end and I can now become not ‘Past’ President but ex- President.

New President Eddie delivering his acceptance speech

Composted manure project: Bruce Withell, Roger Munn, Malcolm Busch, Alan Caddick, Eddie Eggers, Paul Gregg, Simon Eggers, Goff Ashwell, Peter Collins

District Conference Team in Scottish theme dress: Allan Gillingham, Sue Withell, Anne Eggers, Katrine Imrie, Eddie Eggers, Bruce Withell

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55.At the PRESIDENT’S 20 November meeting, YEAR under 2010-2011 President John BRUCE Hubbard, WITHELL it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised 55.1 Board Members: boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Bruce Withell (President), Katrine Imrie (President Elect), Eddie Eggers (Immediate Past President), John Gardner So(Secretary), the new VallisProvisional Peet (Treasurer), Rotary Club Roger of TerraceMunn (ClubEnd was Committee), formed, interestingly Stuart Birks with(Community/ John Hubbard, Projects father Committee). of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the 55.2first meetingRotary Internationalwas to be held Theme:on 22 May,Building 1958. Communities,The provisional Bridging induction Continents date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be55.3 the firstVision president of the new club. AtMy a prime meeting objective on 29 forMay, this 1958, year wasa number to dispel of anyrecommendations suggestion the wereclub wasmade in fora “sunset the conduct scenario” of thedue newto a club.drop inCombined meetingsnumbers, ofand the instead Palmerston focus onNorth the clearand Terraceevidence End that committees we possessed were a demonstrable to be held and depth one ofdirector commitment, and three enthusiasm, members of theand Palmerston“can-do’ capability North Club which should would be guarantee detailed to a healthyattend the future. Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston NorthI stressed Rotarian, that we was needed placed to counteron loan toour the increased new club ages to andact asgo its for secretary it with lotsand ofto activities,help the clubfun andto become levity, coupledestablished. with lots of achievements in all the things we do.

3.355.3 TheChangeover: Provisional Club InChangeover the first bulletinwas again dated held 4at June, Wharerata 1958, whereLindsay the Spencer theme announcedwas the always that popularthe first “Midwinter meeting of Christmas”.the Provisional As usual, Rotary Club ofmembers Terrace enteredEnd would into take the spiritplace atof thethe Rossoccasion Intermediate by either Schooldressing on up Monday, or wearing 9 June suitable at 5.45pm. festive Theseason Principal, item such Frank Clift, wasas antlers, one of Xmas the foundation hats, or flashing members bunches of the ofclub. holly. He Members also announced and their that partners the caterers helped wouldthe evening be Mr along & Mrs with Christensen, an knownenthusiastic as the rendering Regal Caterers of suitable, and thatfestive each songs member - “Jingle would Bells”, pay “God4/6d. Rest At this You first Merry meeting Gentlemen”, the speaker and thewould like! be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club 55.4 of PalmerstonClub Committees North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 After a period of uncertainty about the number, role and form of club committees it was decided that the work of previous three committees could be accomplished by just two, which would mean simply that the club would be Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, divided in two. Firesides were reintroduced as the format for the committees operation since it was widely felt that the Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but atmosphere and fellowship created by members meeting in each other’s homes in an informal way was a key reason why concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: the club was so strong. TheThe two distributionDirectors, Rogerof Rotary Munn Districts and Stuart in NZBirks, for Club Administration and Community Projects respectively, had three basic objectives: The election of District Governors and their roles. • Leading the whole area of their committees objectives while convening and chairing the firesides The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. • Keeping committee members fully informed and motivated on the years plans Explanation of avenues of service. • To endeavour to have something to present at every club meeting on activities past, present or future so as to What alwaysdoes membership show the committee of Rotary is give fully its active. members? Defining duties. Rotary55.5 Clubin New Administration Zealand. Committee: DirectorWhy RogerLimited Munn Classifications? oversaw a really good year with the prime objective of ensuring that there was as much fellowship andWhat fun as is possible a Rotary in club? all the clubs activities. The opportunity to link with Terrace End Probus to attend Centrepoint Theatre productions was taken twice. In September the now annual Sunday breakfast meeting featured Country CalendarThe ‘4 TV - showWay Test’ producer as a measuringFrank Torley stick, as etc.guest speaker. To further the concept of more “away” meetings, ex-member Peter McDermott hosted us to his establishment for an Indian meal. A visit was made to Junction Wines at Takapau, TheHawkes bulletin Bay, motivateddated 19 June primarily included by theira committee support forplan our for Winethe club and as Food follows: Festival. There were two well attended Fellowship dinners during the year which were organized by Katrine Imrie and Mike Cross. TheBoard summer of Directors BBQ function was again held at Bruce and Margaret Markwell’s holiday home at Waitarere Beach

Jack55.6 Sylva Community /Projects Committee:George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer UnderPresident Stuart Birks leadership this committeeTreasurer had a very successful Vice-Presidentyear with the usual combinationSecretary of regular, relatively minor projects, and the one sentinel project, the Wine and Food Festival. The regular projects were the periodic walkway clean-ups,Directors the Daffodil Day street collection, collection for the Food Bank, Light Up a Life, and Relay for Life, and assisting with the Wine Women and Song Concert at Caccia Birch. Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service The Wine and Food Festival (lead by Vallis Peet) was again successful with growth in the numbers of attendees, although theseBill Somerville were still well below what we hopedNeil would Turnbull come. An especiallyMerv notable Dymock aspect of this projectGeorge is Stuartthe extremely high level of support by the club membership in the actual running of the festival. This was nearly 100% of the membership Members who could feasibly participate. ToBulletin the end of June incomeLindsay from Spencer the FestivalRay totalled Amer $10200. Of thisBob $6000 Burt was donated to theHarry Emergency Craig Response Kit appeal. Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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55.7 Cluster Projects Through a grant of $2700, our club supported a cluster project which was a water capture reservoir situated in Rucchi, India. The club also strongly supported a cluster film evening to raise money for polio eradication by attending in very good numbers. Notably our attendance was proportionally the best of all clubs.

55.8 Youth and International: We were unable to find a suitable candidate(s) for RYLA, but did sponsor a young person to the Science Forum.

55.9 Memorial Educational Trust: Bruce Markwell (Chairman) and Eddie Eggers (Secretary) again completed the cycle of advertising for applicants, short listing them, and setting up the interviews. We again had a number of splendid young people to meet and interview, and regrettably had to limit the number of grants to match the funds available. The evening when the successful applicants visit the club to be introduced, and to outline their hopes and dreams, is always a highlight of our year!

55.10 Bulletin: The Bulletin is without doubt central to the clubs effective functioning and editor Alan Caddick did a superb job as always. After a long incubation, the club website was finally launched in a useable form to compliment the Bulletin

55.11 Membership: Membership during the year was relatively stable, with the resignation at the very beginning of the year of Maurice Downing, followed by that of Gavin Johansen and Sue Forde, while Peter McDermott’s leave of absence was regrettably converted to a resignation. However, these departures were countered by the welcome addition of Brian White, Ben McCready and Olwyn Evans. Brian’s joining was particularly valuable as he was a returning Rotarian after previously leading a breakfast club in Palmerston North that went into recess. Ben had difficulty maintaining attendances from the onset due to unforeseen family and business commitments. A notable and unusual event occurred at one meeting in the year, with a 100% attendance of all eligible members - something that had not occurred in recent memory.

55.12 Speakers: A wide range of topics presented to the club by good speakers has always been one of the foundations of a strong club and it was my objective to ensure that this continued. I therefore made a point of assisting speaker convenor John Gardner in the search for speakers which would best meet the interests of the membership. A sample of topics: city council functioning, Uruguay, waste water, earthquake theory, Antarctic wildlife, sport economics, Chinese and Indian Economies, and oral history collection.

55.13 Club Forum: At the start of my year I conducted a Forum at which I used visual aids to put a series of thoughts and ideas I had up for discussion and consideration.

55.14 My Year as President: At the onset I promoted a concept of consolidating and streamlining duties within meetings so as to reduce demands on members and allow meetings to flow faster. This entailed elimination of the role of Sergeant-at-Arms as it was felt this could be effectively done by the member getting gear out, who would also welcome members, and call the members and guests to dinner. Introduction of guest speaker would remain as a duty but Thanks and Parting Thought would be given by the one member. The net effect of these changes was to reduce the actual number of duties members would be obliged to do, make the task of duty allocation easier (Thanks to Alan Caddick for this) and generally make meetings flow better, which I feel was achieved. I was also always mindful of the intolerance of members to meetings which ran late and endeavoured to ensure speakers were well briefed on their available time and were kept to this where possible. In an attempt to reduce the frequency of Sergeant session obligations for the benefit of members I conducted an alternative fund raising session called “Sad and Glad” where members were expected to contribute cash after outlining current things they saw as negative and positive respectively in their recent lives. I also introduced Rotary Achievements Moments, where at each meeting I would briefly outline some aspect of Rotary’s huge contribution to the wider community. Examples are Outward Bound, the Kidney Foundation, and Cure Kids.

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At the55.15 20 NovemberDG’s Visit: meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the PalmerstonThe District North Governor club sponsorwas Howard a new Tong, club ina superb this area. motivator This matterand communicator, was discussed at whothe alongclub assemblywith partner on 17Jenny March, clearly 1958 againmade chaireda very positive by President impact John on theHubbard. District Theduring club his approvedyear in the unanimously chair. At their the visit formation in October, of a newHoward club waswith especially the revised boundaryimpressed lineby the being presentation 100 yards by West Bruce of AlbertMarkwell St, runningon the role from of thethe ManawatuMemorial EducationalRiver to Richardson’s Trust. He Line.was also quite surprised (and impressed too) when we presented him with a copy of Five Thirty Wednesday! Howard delivered one of Sohis thetypically new Provisionalhighly motivational Rotary Club addresses of Terrace to the club,End wasand formed,also completed interestingly the induction with John of BrianHubbard, White father into ofthe a club. present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the 55.16first meetingRotary Conference:was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva toI attended be the first the Conferencepresident of atthe Wairakei new club. with Allan Gillingham and Dennis Quinn. The overriding theme was how we might make changes to the way we run our clubs so as to make Rotary more attractive to younger people, such as those Attyped a meeting as “Y Gens”. on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty LascellesVisit of District of Westshore, Governor Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary ClubHoward of Palmerston Tong (centre) North with since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club atPresident Terrace EndBruce before (right) he andwas transferred to Napier.2 Assistant Governor Scott Bruce (left)Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Alan Caddick shares the limelight with DG Howard Tong Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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56. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2011-2012 KATRINE IMRIE

56.1 Board Members: Katrine Imrie (President), Dennis Quinn (President Elect), Bruce Withell (Immediate Past President), John Gardner (Secretary), Vallis Peet (Treasurer), Roger Munn (Club Committee), Stuart Birks (Community/ Projects Committee).

56.2 Rotary International Theme: Reach Within to Embrace Humanity. This year I wanted to focus on our community, especially the youth, and through different speakers we accomplished this.

56.3 Changeover: Changeover was held at Wharerata where we celebrated a traditional mid-year Christmas Party starting with mulled wine dispersed with fine food, singing of carols and finishing with Christmas cake and port wine. It was great to have a number of incoming Palmerston North Rotary cluster Presidents in attendance

56.4 Club Committee: This was again a very busy year with Club Director Roger Munn and his team organising a number of events. A great night at Centrepoint, dinner and movies, a visit to the Pukeora festival in Waipukurau, a breakfast meeting in September with a bottle auction led by Eddie Eggers, Te Manawa Visit, The Mail Centre and the Rugby Museum, a barbeque at Bruce and Margaret Markwell’s holiday property at Waitarere beach where there were lots of fun with golf croquet, and an Indian banquet just to name a few. We had two Fellowship dinners during the year which were well attended and organized by myself and Mike Cross.

56.5 Community /Projects Committee: Stuart Birks and his committee did an admirable job with the largest project being the Wine and Food Festival, under the organisation of Vallis Peet and committee. This gets better and better each year. From the funds raised we were able to donate 10 Emergency Boxes. Another regular project was the Tidy a Walkway led by Goff Ashwell. The Relay For Life, in support of the Arohanui Hospice, has become a great fellowship part of the club, every year getting better. We now have a trackside tent site which makes us more noticeable and much easier to find. Daffodil Day was another regular project that members annually participate in, even though it is always a cold at that time of the year. We had our first Ambassadorial Scholar for a number of years when Jennie Smith from the USA joined us in March. She was joy to have, and visited us on most Club nights. She joined in all the activities. We loved her singing and her friendship and were sorry to see her go, but we keep in touch with her on Facebook. Vallis kindly volunteered to look into our Website and begin the update to get us into the world of modern technology. Stuart Birks began his Oral History project that at first we were not sure about, but by the end of the year understood and were keen to help him.

56.6 Youth and International: This was a shared role with Roger Munn and Sue Forde. We sent Ellie Johnstone to Auckland to the Science Fair and she subsequently came to the Club as a guest Speaker.

56.7 Memorial Educational Trust: This continues to be our flagship project that we are very proud of. I would like to thank Bruce Markwell (Chairman) and Eddie Eggers (Secretary) for the time they put in each year in advertising for, and interviewing candidates. It is always a pleasure and a privilege to have the successful applicants speak at a club night about their plans.

56.8 Bulletin: Alan Caddick has done a superb job with the Bulletin and we all enjoy his little titbits, along with the photos and information. Alan has kept us on the straight and narrow and entertained us with his great jokes. Long may they continue.

56.9 Members: This continued to be an area that raises concern but I have always felt that it is quality not quantity that matters and we remain a club of great fellowship with high meeting attendances. I was pleased that over this year we have gained two new members, Gaewyn Grant, who has doubled the size of the ladies group, and Bob Stewart who transferred from the Rotary Club of Palmerston North. Welcome to them both.

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At the56.10 20 NovemberSpeakers: meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the PalmerstonWe have had North an excellent club sponsor programme a new clubduring in thethis yeararea. thanks This tomatter John wasGardner discussed assisted at the by club Roger assembly Munn. onSpeakers 17 March, 1958 againincluded chaired Neighbourhood by President Support, John Hubbard. Roger Clausen, The club Lew approved Findlay, unanimouslySalvation Army, the formationWomen’s Refuge, of a new and club Memorial with the revised boundaryEducational line Trust being recipients. 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line.

So the56.11 new My Provisional Year as President: Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and As a second time President I endeavoured to do things a little differently. The main changes being that I started a weekly the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva talk by members on My Childhood Memories. When that roster was finished we moved on to My Teenage Years. These to be the first president of the new club. talks were great and it was enlightening to hear some of the antics that the members had been up to, but also the history that they gave. I gave a weekly update on the Rotary Theme as each week I wanted to bring something Rotary into At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined the meeting mix. I really enjoyed on my last night prior to Changeover bringing out the old yellow song books, Alan meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Caddick was kind enough to lead the singing. The comments, and the expressions on the faces of members and guests the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston were priceless. A big part of my year was hosting our Ambassadorial Scholar Jennie Smith. She was welcomed at Reg and North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. Barbara Bridewell’s home with a barbeque, and from there she was truly part of our club. The Relay for Life this year made $2,500 towards the total. We were all very proud of that. I was proud at the end of the year to receive a President’s Citation.3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace56.12 EndDG’s would Visit: take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, wasDistrict one Governorof the foundation Bob and membersMargaret ofSmith the club.were welcomedHe also announced warmly by that the themembers caterers and would partners. be Mr Bob & gaveMrs aChristensen, great knownrelaxed aslook the into Regal his Caterers thoughts, and on thatRotary. each He member was a great would DG, pay always 4/6d. thereAt this for first assistance meeting when the speakerrequired. would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club 56.13 of Palmerston Club Forums: North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 atI ran Terrace two ForumsEnd before over he the was year transferred which were to Napier.led by the entire Board and these were a great way to get member input on all aspects of the club. This was on going during the year as members were kept in touch with Board Matters and an Subsequentopen door policy bulletins meant were points designed were tobrought inform up members as required. on Rotary Vallis wasmatters able andto report with histhat joint “The responsibilities Club was in goodof Secretary, heart” Bulletinfollowing Editor presentation and Rotary of the Information accounts. Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: 56.14 Paul Harris Award: It wasThe my distribution pleasure at theof Rotaryend of theDistricts year into presentNZ Alan Caddick with a Paul Harris Award. This was well deserved for all theThe work election he has of done,District especially Governors in his and role their on roles.the frontline keeping us all in order, and for the work he does on the Bulletin. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation56.15 Rotary of Conference:avenues of service. I attendedWhat does the Conferencemembership with of Rotary Jennie giveSmith its andmembers? Dennis Quinn in Wanganui. It was a very informal and friendly conferenceDefining focused duties. on the young with great musical events on the Friday night. While at the conference Jennie received a number of requests to be a guest speaker. She was a great ambassador for Rotary. Rotary in New Zealand. Why56.16 Limited President Classifications? of Awapuni It wasWhat with is sadnessa Rotary that club? I reported the death of Dr Anand the President of Awapuni. He was a lovely man and I had sharedThe a ‘4number - Way ofTest’ visits as witha measuring him. I representedstick, etc. the club at his funeral which was conducted by his grandson, Navin Patel, Head boy at Palmerston Boy’s College, and a former recipient of a Memorial Educational Trust Award. The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: 57. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2012-2013 DENNIS QUINN Board of Directors Jack57.1 Sylva Board Members George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President: Dennis Quinn, President Elect: Brian White, Past President: Katrine Imrie, Treasurer: Vallis Peet, Secretary: John Gardner,President Directors: Gaewyn Grant (ServiceTreasurer Projects Committee) andVice-President Roger Munn (Club AdministrationSecretary Committee).

Directors57.2 Changeover TheClub year Service started with a Bang – it was the Vocational4th of July Service– and so AmericanCommunity culture Servicewas the themeInternational for Changeover. Service Attendees were quizzed on American culture, on cartoon characters, music, geography and many other aspects of Americana. The highlightBill Somerville was Jennie Smith, our AmbassadorialNeil Turnbull Scholar singing impromptuMerv Dymock and acapella “TheGeorge Star Spangled Stuart Banner”. YetMembers another memorable moment was witnessing Alan Caddick rendered speechless, and overcome with emotion, when he was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship at the June 2012 Changeover. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 57.2 Membership Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Membership remained static through the year with no new members joining. We lost Ben McCready, who resigned because2 of Every ill-health. Rotarian is an example to youth.

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57.3 Rotary International Theme The Rotary International President was Sakuji Tanaka from Japan and his theme for the year was “PEACE THROUGH SERVICE” - symbolised by the sihouette of origami paper cranes.

57.4 District Governor’s Visits We were visited not once but twice by District Governor Graeme Blick. The first was the usual routine Club health check. The second was to attend our Christmas function and more specifically, to first confer a Paul Harris award to Dorothy Booth for services to Inner Wheel and the community, to confer a Paul Harris Sapphire award to Lloyd Love, the first in our club, for his long and significant service to Rotary and our club, and to farewell our Ambassadorial scholar Jennie Smith.

57.5 Club Programmes The two committees worked well to ensure a varied calendar of regular meetings, site visits and social functions, interspersed with ‘external’ activities and events. Our Speakers took us around the world to India, Antarctica, Nepal, Uzbekistan, Zimbabwe, Israel, China, and through Dr. Don Stewart, everywhere else in between! The speakers also informed us about Fire Safety, Liquidations, Genealogy, Pests, Climate Change, Earthquake engineering, St. John Ambulance, Music Therapy, Hospice service in the community, NZ History through music, gardening, Cycling and coaching, Strokes, RYLA, Green Star design, the Globe Theatre, and much more. All these subjects were précised and reported by scribes, Paul Gregg, Alan Gillingham, Eddie Eggers and Stuart Birks and published in the Bulletin edited by Alan Caddick. Lloyd Love organised the majority of the Speakers, ensuring no gaps in the Club programme. Visits included to the Palmerston North Fire Station, Feilding Coach House Museum, Palmerston Extension Ladder Company, playing croquet at Rose City Croquet Greens, and a picnic at the Waiterere house of Bruce & Margaret Markwell. Other projects and activities in which the Club participated were Daffodil Day, Foodbank Collection, Relay for Life, Dictionaries in Schools and the Manawatu Wine & Food Festival. The Wine & Food festival suffered this year from poor weather which deterred the attendance of participants. So the anticipated profits were not achieved, but some funds were raised for the St. John Ambulance service.

57.6 Memorial Educational Trust The Trust continued the excellent support of Youth under the Chairman, Bruce Markwell and Secretary, Eddie Eggers. The other Trust members were Pam Hansen, Dennis Quinn, Katrine Imrie and Brian White. There were fewer appropriate applicants this year, with many of those applying seeking tuition fees, which are specifically excluded in the conditions of the Trust. However, there were some very good young people who received assistance from the Trust. These were:- Te Kahui Baker – Head Boy of Otaki College NZ – to visit the College of the Otaki Scholar in Aberdeen (the first NZ student to travel there, reversing the direction of the exchange for the first time in 70 years) Kayla Houghton – attended a specialist dog training course in San Francisco Dylan Chambers – studied international relations and languages in Sweden Rachel Murray – undertook post-graduate study in Urban Design in Paris

57.7 Highlights of the Year Our Rotary Ambassadorial scholar Jennie Smith, from Iowa, brought to the Club a refreshing outlook on life and made us aware that tomatoes are not always red! Jennie was a breath of vitality and enthusiasm throughout her stay, and was an excellent Ambassador for Rotary, the US, and tomatoes. She travelled throughout the country visiting other Rotary clubs and was sought by many as a speaker. She stole the show at Changeover with her solo of “The Star Spangled Banner” and gave a heartfelt farewell at the Christmas function, as well as participating with verve in the District Conference in Wanganui. The Club joined the electronic media age by listing on Facebook through the encouragement of Olwen Evans and established a website through the generosity and skill of Gary Goodman of the Palmerston North club, who assisted Vallis Peet.

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AmbassadorialSo the new Provisional Scholar Jenny Rotary Smith Club from of the Terrace USA End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present withmember Bev GrahamQuinn, Honorary Hubbard Member, as President Pam Hansenof the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and andthe firstAnn Eggersmeeting (right) was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. MembersThe andmeaning partners of a enjoyingProvisional the ChristmasClub to Terrace End. functionExplanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:Lloyd Love receiving his Paul Harris Sapphire award from DG Graeme Blick Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig

DorothyFellowship Booth after receiptHarold of herParlane Paul HarrisTom Fellowship Baker from DG GraemePeter BlickCaldwell Bill Howell 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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58. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2013–2014 BRIAN WHITE

58.1 Board members President: Brian White President Elect: Gaewyn Grant Past President: Dennis Quinn Treasurer: Vallis Peat Secretary: John Gardner Directors: Gaewyn Grant (Projects Committee) Paul Gregg (Club Committee) Gaewyn Grant had double duties. Special thanks for the extra effort.

58.2 Rotary International Theme: “Engage Rotary, Change Lives”. Some cynical/comical Rotarians altered this to “Change Rotary, Engage Lives”. Modest change or Kaizan (Japanese for continuous improvement) was an aim for this Presidential year.

58.3 Changeover Date 3 July 2013. Venue Wharerata. Theme a “Night at the Oscars”. There was a red carpet with photo calls and Dennis/Bev doing the greeting. The meal was American themed with hamburgers, hot dogs, fried chicken, pizza with “slaw” and creamed potatoes; plus dessert of brownies and apple shortcake. Sounds better than it was. There were two competitions with a “movies/hollywood” theme, pick the Oscar winner, and pick the theme song, with prizes for the winning table. Entertainment was jazz singer Shellie Handley. Eddie and Ann did an “Oscars Awards” for the Sergeant’s Collection. A busy structured night with good attendance.

58.4 Club Meetings As a result of a Club survey in April 2013 and a Club forum in May 2014, the programme was changed from weekly meetings to the following: Week 1 Typical Rotary meeting with speaker at Wharerata; Week 2 Fireside committee meetings at a member’s residence; Week 3 Typical Rotary meeting with speaker at Wharerata; Week 4 Fellowship meeting, at a range of venues - with partners; Week 5 (for those months with a fifth Wednesday) Club Forum. This arrangement was confirmed at the first Club Forum on 31 July 2013. It appears successful with high attendances at meetings and firesides. Note: 100% attendance achieved on 16 October 2013 (excluding those on formal leave)

58.5 Club Committee The changed format meant the requirement for speakers was half of previous years but the list of speakers included a photographer, cardiologist, Beefeater, historian, entomologist, the Mayor, plus Trust Awardees, other Rotarians, students on Rotary programmes, Club members debate in lieu of a “no show” and fish & chips at Dennis Quinn’s after a programme mix up. The fourth Wednesday created significant variety including indoor golf, Globe Theatre, movies, 10 pin bowling, lawn bowls, golf croquet and “visits” including Toyota, Te Manawa, the PNCC Recycle Centre plus a fellowship dinner. Special thanks to Katrine and her assistants. The Christmas function (11 December) Theme: “the 12 Days of Christmas” – but the New Zealand version “A Pukeko in a Ponga Tree”. Dress up competition won by the Grants (Dave dressed as a kumara). Music competition - picking various singers of the theme song. NZ BBQ dinner. Entertainment with Alexis Clark including a club sing along.

58.6 Projects Committee Regular projects such as Daffodil Day, Food Bank, Hospice Collection, Light up a life, Relay for Life, Pictorial Dictionaries for Schools, RYLA, RYPEN and Science Week continued. Despite the best efforts of Vallis Peat and his helpers there was insufficient interest in the MWFF and it was cancelled. Bob Stewart organised a major fundraiser “the World’s Greatest Meal to help end Polio” and raised over $1,200 with extras from other supporters, plus Rotary partner the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

58.7 Memorial Educational Trust. Stalwarts Bruce Markwell (Chair) and Eddie Eggers (Secretary) continued as before, assisted during candidate selection by Past, Present and Future Presidents. The successful candidates had a sporting and musical emphasis and the Awardees were entertaining speakers at Club meetings.

58.8 Bulletin Alan Caddick continued to produce a first class news service each week, delivered promptly into each member’s “in box” at 10.30 AM each Saturday. Able support from his scribes.

58.9 Membership Static. No gains and no losses.

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At the58.10 20 NovemberDG and Conference meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the PalmerstonDG Deb Gimblett North club was sponsora lady who a new wanted club into thisdo things area. Thisdifferently, matter andwas encouragediscussed atothers the club to doassembly the same. on She17 attendedMarch, 1958 againthe Club chaired changeover by President and she John and Hubbard. ADG George The Beatonclub approved met with unanimously the Board at the Tomato formation Cafe onof a29 new September club with (a the Sunday). revised boundaryThere was line no beingDG visit 100 as yards such, West rather of theAlbert Palmerston St, running North from Cluster the Manawatu Group participated River to Richardson’s in a combined Line. Clubs’ event at the Globe Theatre in late September where Clubs showcased their projects. ADG George Beaton attended the Club Someeting the new on 18Provisional September Rotary and also Club the of Christmas Terrace End function. was formed, Conference interestingly was a weekend with John event Hubbard, in Foxton father and was of anot present well membersupported. Graham Sole Club Hubbard representative, as President was ofPE the Gaewyn. Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be58.11 the first My Yearpresident as President of the new club. When taking on this role, I noted that TERC was full of Past Presidents and Paul Harris Fellows, all members of long At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined standing, and “been there, done that”. The challenge was to keep Rotary participation interesting. From my limited meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of time with the Club I noted a willingness to change, to get away from the “old style” Rotary, creating an informal group the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston of older folk who enjoy fellowship and helping others without too much heavy lifting. The changed meeting format North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. advanced that aim, and considering it was a major change, has proved successful. Firesides are now a relaxed way to interact with Club members and the high attendance is confirmation of the policy. The “fourth Wednesday” has proved challenging3.3 The at times,Provisional but no Club system is perfect. Three minute talks are a Rotary institution. The common complaint was In“what the dofirst I talkbulletin about?” dated “Table 4 June, Talker” 1958, was Lindsay the answer Spencer (picking announced a subject that from the afirst stack meetingof cards). of Viewedthe Provisional with trepidation Rotary Club ofby Terracesome, but End most would rose take to placethe occasion. at the Ross There Intermediate were a number School of on emotional Monday, and9 June heartfelt at 5.45pm. talks, Theand somePrincipal, clever Frank twists Clifton , wasthe subject.one of theNotables foundation include members Roger Munn, of the club.John Gardner He also andannounced Vallis Peat. that Eddie the caterers Eggers’ would Christmas be Mr Function & Mrs Christensen,Table Talker knownwas most as enjoyable.the Regal Caterers Bob Stewart, and thatmade each a great member contribution would pay as Rotary4/6d. At International this first meeting Convenor, the speaker with several would talks be andMr Monty LascellesBulletin contributions.of Westshore, Napier.The disappointment This was an appropriateof the year choicewas the of cancellation speaker because of the MontyManawatu had been Wine a member& Food ofFestival. the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 59. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2014-2015 GAEWYN GRANT Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin59.1 EditorBoard and Members: Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but President:concentrated Gaewyn on conveying Grant, President a good deal elect; of RotaryAllan Gillingham, Information Past to thePresident: new members Brian White, under headings such as: Treasurer: Vallis Peet, Secretary: John Gardner, Directors: Bruce Withell/ Reg Bridewell (Projects Committee), Allan GillinghamThe distribution (Club Administration of Rotary Districts Committee) in NZ Allan had double duties. Special thanks Allan. The election of District Governors and their roles. The59.2 meaningRotary Internationalof a Provisional theme: Club “Lightto Terrace up Rotary”End. TheExplanation need to look of atavenues the impact of service. Rotary has on our members and the community. Question was asked ‘Can we light up, give our club a boost?’ Make sure we are always in the public eye, support our members and other clubs and encourage What does membership of Rotary give its members? new membership. As President I asked can we make YOUTH our priority. Defining duties. Rotary59.3 Changeover:in New Zealand. Date 25 June 2014 Venue: Wharerata Theme:Why LimitedMUSICAL Classifications? MOMENTS - dress Black and White. The Russell room was elegantly decorated in black and whiteWhat to depict is a Rotary theme. club? Thanks to Katrine Imrie. Table quizzes on a range of musical topics to an extensive analysis of ‘music down the ages’ by the Sunshine session quizmasters Paul and Annette Gregg which resulted in a magnificent The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. sum of $176.50 being raised for club youth projects. We were entertained to a number of songs by the beautifully rich and soothing voice of Amy Hunt. Lew Findlay was inducted after an absence of 10 years due to Council duties. A well Thestructured bulletin night dated with 19 a Junegreat included attendance. a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board59.4 of DirectorsClub Meetings: We continued the format set by Brian White in his year as President. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Wk 1: Typical Rotary meeting with a speaker at Wharerata WkPresident 2: Fireside committee meetings at a member’sTreasurer residence.(One atVice-President 5.30pm and the other atSecretary 7.30pm to enable the President to attend both) Directors Wk 3: Typical Rotary meeting with a speaker at Wharerata. WkClub 4: ServiceFellowship meeting at a range of venues-withVocational Servicepartners. Community Service International Service WkBill 5:Somerville Club Forum if the month has a 5thNeil Wednesday. Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Two forums were held over this Rotary year. Discussion centred around our theme ’Light up Rotary’ and the Members organisation of our club and how to keep it alive and active. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 59.5 Club Administration Committee: OurFellowship speakers for the yearHarold were Parlane varied fromTom sport Baker organisers to politicalPeter party Caldwell members /councillorsBill andHowell travellers through Nepal/Europe and Africa. We had reports back from Awardees of the Trust to awardees of RYLA, RYPEN, National Science Forum/Business2 Every Rotarian week and is an an example exchange to youth.student from Finland hosted by the Milson and other Palmerston North clubs.

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The fourth Wednesday created variety including Globe and Centrepoint shows, movies, golf croquet and a visit to Linton Army camp Engineers Museum, Menzshed, bowls and card evenings. Fun and fellowship. Thank you Katrine and her helpers. The Christmas function – Theme “Summer Holidays”17 December 2014-Dress was suitable summer holiday attire. Members were very creative. Musical entertainment were “The Scallywags”. Most entertaining plus the usual Christmas carols. Dennis and Bev Quinn very ably ran the Sunshine session with quizzes and songs and meanings of words. Toys were brought for the Methodist Social Service centre to be distributed at Christmas time. In Jan 2015 we started the year with a BBQ at the Grants – out in the country – great success.

59.6 Project Committee: Regular projects such as Daffodil Day, Relay for Life and Light up a Life, Annual Food Bank collection and Blood Pressure day took place throughout the year. Gardens were put in at Terrace End School to help Plant to Plate Aotearoa. Dictionaries in Schools – Lloyd Love’s initiative, were given out to Winchester, Terrace End, Roslyn and St Mary’s schools. Two new projects on my watch - National Quilting Symposium - help with setting up and driving vans, and ‘Reach for the Stars’ - a talent quest for youth - this was a combined effort with Milson and Palmerston North Rotary clubs. We rose to the occasion and supplied the Methodist Foodbank with extra food and donations for meat vouchers from two excellent Sunshine sessions. Despite the best efforts of Vallis Peet and his helpers who tried to reinstate the Manawatu Wine and Food Festival, it was cancelled due to lack of interest. Bob Stewart again organised a major fundraiser, ‘The World’s Greatest Meal’, to raise funds to help end polio and again achieved an excellent amount with Bob and Bill Gates matching funds. Thank you Bob.

59.7 Memorial Educational Trust: Stalwarts Bruce Markwell and Eddie Eggers continued as Chair and Secretary as before, assisted during the candidate selection by past, present and incoming Presidents on the Trust committee. The successful candidates represented kayaking and small bore rifle shooting at NZ level, and a dance duo, with one with severe vision impairment attending a school in Australia. The awardees were entertaining speakers at a later club meeting.

59.8 Membership: Apart from inducting Lew Findlay back into our Rotary club, membership this year was static.

59.9 District Governor and Conference: Non-attendance at District Conference in Wellington in December. The timing was very poor we thought. No visit from the D.G.Anthony Scott but Lyal Brenton-Assistant D.G. for the Palmerston North cluster attended a meeting as the official representative and addressed the club. He saw his role as a facilitator working through the local cluster group to identify problems and seek solutions. He advocated that clubs need to attract new members but exercise caution with age group attracted. He emphasised the importance of seeing Rotary in the global context. Lyal attended more than one of our meetings which was much appreciated. District Training day was held in Palmerston North during the year and 5 of our members attended.

59.10 Highlights of the year: Taking on the role of President of TERC was for me ‘like a baby being thrown out of its nest to learn to survive.’ As one of the newest members of the club I had a lot to learn. This gave me the opportunity to learn about Rotary throughout NZ and the world. During my year two major disasters occurred, in Vanuatu and Nepal, and Terrace End along with other Rotary clubs in NZ stepped up to help. Our club bought an Emergency box as well as donating funds. I enjoyed the news that Bob Stewart gave us as the Rotary International Convenor especially about polio eradication. I liked being able to carry on the new format of meetings set up by Brian White, Past President. Being able to attend both Fireside meetings on the same night each month was fantastic. I enjoyed the interaction of members at these meetings. The fourth Wednesday remains a challenge (ably organised by Katrine) and just needs the club members to support the idea better. This year saw the Board look at our official policies and revamp them to bring them into line with Rotary International. The 3 Minute Talks are a Rotary institution and this year the members had their own choice on what they would speak on. What experiences we shared.

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AtIt was the disappointing20 November thatmeeting, our Wine under and President Food Festival John Hubbard, didn’t get it offwas theresolved ground to recommenddue to lack ofto participants,the club members but no that matter the asPalmerston Rotary in North Palmerston club sponsor North havea new taken club onin thisa new area. project This –The matter Wildbasewas discussed Project at andthe clubTERC assembly are keen on to 17be partMarch, of it.1958 Myagain highlight chaired wasby President the ‘Relay John for life’Hubbard. weekend The where club we approved participated unanimously in a 24 hour the formationwalk for Cancer. of a new This club brought with the members revised togetherboundary to line share being experiences 100 yards and West give of service Albert to St, the running community. from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. I cannot conclude without mentioning that our Croquet/golf team won the twilight tournament this year! So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Tomember finish Graham I would Hubbard like to quote, as President Jimmy Carter,of the Palmerston“My faith demands North Rotary that I Club.do whatever The newI can, club wherever had 22 Iinitial am, whenevermembers I and can,the first for as meetinglong as Iwas can, to withbe held whatever on 22 I May,have, 1958. to try toThe make provisional a difference”. induction That’s date wasROTARY. set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary ClubPresident of Palmerston Gaewyn receives North the since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club atRotary Terrace chain End of beforeoffice hefrom was transferred to Napier.2 Brian White Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Past President Brian White Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville andLindsay Margaret Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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Sunshine session hosts Annette and Paul Gregg in full cry

President Gaewyn and Gary Goodman

Lloyd and Eunice Love with Bob Stewart and David Grant

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60.At the PRESIDENTS 20 November meeting, YEAR under 2015-2016 President John – ALLAN Hubbard, GILLINGHAM it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again60.1 chaired Board by President Members John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. President: Allan Gillingham, President Elect: Dennis Quinn, Past President: Gaewyn Grant, Treasurer: Vallis Peet, Secretary: John Gardner, Directors: Goff Ashwell (Service Projects Committee) and Lew Findlay (Club Administration Committee). So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Imember extend sincereGraham thanks Hubbard to the, as BoardPresident members of the forPalmerston their various North roles Rotary and workClub. on The behalf new of club all membershad 22 initial this year.members In and particularthe first Vallismeeting Peet was who to be has held served on 22continuously May, 1958. as TreasurerThe provisional for 12 inductionyears. He hasdate maintained was set for 7meticulous July, 1958, financial with Jack Sylva recordsto be the and first always president kept usof upthe tonew date club. and well informed on financial matters. In addition Vallis has been Webmaster for the RCTE, and helped develop it into a valuable membership tool, as well as an Archives resource for the club. I also thankAt a meeting John Gardner on 29 May,for his 1958, continuing a number role ofas recommendationsClub Secretary since were 2010. made He for acts the as conducta valuable of correspondence the new club. Combined filter for themeetings President of the as wellPalmerston as a keeper North of ourand Board Terrace records. End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Sincerethe Palmerston thanks areNorth due Clubto Dennis should Quinn be detailed for stepping to attend forward the Terrace into the End President-elect weekly meetings. role for Lindsay 2015-2016. Spencer It, ais Palmerston only 4 yearsNorth since Rotarian, Dennis was was placed last President on loan to and the he new deserves club toa realact ascompliment its secretary for and filling to help the the role club again to sobecome soon. established.I also thank immediate Past-President Gaewyn Grant for her various contributions to the club programme this year. Gaewyn resigned in May3.3 2016The but Provisional we look forwardClub to opportunities for her continuing contact with Rotary projects. In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club 60.2 Rotary International Theme of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, wasThe one Rotary of the International foundation Presidentmembers ofwas theK club.R “Ravi”Ravendran He also announced from Colombo,that the caterersSri Lanka would and behis Mrtheme & Mrsfor theChristensen, year was known“Be a gift as theto the Regal world” Caterers - symbolised, and that by each a globe member of the would world pay sitting 4/6d. on At a thisbase first of multi-coloured meeting the speaker banners. would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club 60.3 of PalmerstonChangeover North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club atChangeover Terrace End was before held onhe wasthe 1sttransferred of July with to Napier. the theme2 of “War and Peace”- from Anzac Day to Art Deco. 2015 was the 100 year anniversary of the Gallipoli landing on 25 April early in World War 1. This gave members the opportunity to Subsequentdress in military bulletins or Art were Deco designed styles. Theto inform programme members included on Rotary songs matters of Vera and Lynn with by hiswell-known joint responsibilities Palmerston ofNorth Secretary, artist BulletinVicki Lee, Editor and aand talk Rotary on Gallipoli Information by Evan Officer, Torrence. Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentratedOther highlights on conveyingof the evening a good were deal first of Rotarythe presentation Information of ato Paul the newHarris members Sapphire under Pin to headings Vallis Peet such for as: his role over the previous five years of chairing the Wine and Food Festival. This involved a huge amount of work each year in developing andThe maintaining distribution contacts of Rotary with stallDistricts holders, in associatedNZ advertising and organising of the function entertainment and finances.The election Over five of Districtyears a totalGovernors of $24000 and their was raised.roles. TheThe associated meaning highlight of a Provisional was the recognitionClub to Terrace of 40 End.years of service to the Rotary Club of Terrace End by Bruce Markwell. During that time Bruce has made an outstanding contribution to the club and District. His greatest contribution has Explanation of avenues of service. been the chairmanship of the Memorial Educational Trust almost continuously since it was initiated as the Mike Hansen MemorialWhat doesTrust membership in 1985. of Rotary give its members? SincereDefining thanks duties.to Katrine Imrie and the Wharerata staff for their role in developing the theme, entertainment and dinner for theRotary evening. in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? 60.4 Membership What is a Rotary club? It has been a pleasure to welcome Andrew Popov and Janice Gordon into the club this year and we wish them a long and happyThe membership. ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Unfortunately we also had a resignation from Gaewyn Grant in May 2016. Gaewyn was a member for 5 years and ThePresident bulletin in her dated third 19 year, June and included was very a committee active in several plan for of thethe club asprojects. follows:

Board60.5 of DirectorsDistrict Governor’s Visit District Governor Simon Manning visited us on 9 September. Simon met with the Board prior to our club meeting and showedJack Sylva real interest in the way we now runGeorge our monthly Stuart programmeBill and Somerville our well documentedLindsay history. Spencer During his talk to the club Simon concluded that change in Rotary was urgently necessary and that if we continued with the “Same old- President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Same old” we will not exist in another 15 years. He saw one means of changing this was the establishment of e-Clubs to attractDirectors younger members.

Club60.6 Service RCTE Committees Vocational Service Community Service International Service ItBill was Somerville a credit to all members that the committeeNeil Turnbull meetings, held onMerv the second Dymock Wednesday ofGeorge each month, Stuart received almost 100% attendance by each committee. Thanks to all hosts during the year. ClubMembers Administration Committee – Lew Findlay did an excellent job in chairing this committee and placed a very high emphasisBulletin on membership.Lindsay There Spencer must beRay few Amer people in PalmerstonBob North Burt that Lew has not Harryasked toCraig join Rotary! The speaker programme was organised again almost solely by Katrine Imrie, and was varied and always interesting. It beganFellowship with Stuart BirksHarold talking Parlane about theTom Oral BakerHistory recording programmePeter Caldwell that he initiatedBill locally. Howell Following were talks on new policing methods in Palmerston North, the Wildbase facility associated with the Veterinary School at 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. Massey University and planned for the Esplanade, MASH, Druids, and Climbing Mount Blanc, by Brian White.

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A particular highlight was the Polio Plus dinner organised in October by Bob Stewart to follow the very successful event he organised last year. This year talks were given by Roger Munn, who spoke of his personal contact with a polio victim, District Polio Plus Chairman Michael Fagg, and Allan Gillingham who recounted his experiences as a member of the Rotary team to visit India in early 2009 to assist in polio vaccinations. A total of $464 was raised on the night. In December the successful MET candidates told us of their plans. Riana Smith (Palmerston North Girls High School) and Connor Slattery (Scots College, Wellington) will attend the Model UN in Geneva, and Bethany McKenzie (Inglewood High School) will use her award to help overcome her physical disabilities in attending Massey University. Our Christmas function had a theme of Hats off to Rotary, an opportunity for guests to wear their favourite hat. We had a near full membership attendance plus 17 guests. Highlights were an amusing and profitable Sunshine session by Ann and Eddie Eggers, very entertaining folk music by “For Folks Sake” organised by one of their members, and club member, Bruce Withell, and a competition between tables to tell a story, sing a song, or recite a limerick. At the conclusion of the evening President elect Dennis Quinn announced that the Directors for 2016-2017 will be Lew Findlay and Stuart Birks and the President nominee for 2017-2018 will be Lew Findlay. To start 2016 a social evening was held at the home of President Allan and Dorothy. Although it was a wet evening the near full attendance of members and partners had an enjoyable time. At our first meeting of 2016 Kevin Bills talked about and demonstrated a Drone used for photography. Next we heard about Camelia House from Leonie Hapeta, Te Araroa by Anthony Behrens, and Big Brothers Big Sisters by Marie Severinsen followed by an excellent talk by Prof Glynn Harper on the food of soldiers at Gallipoli. It was a wonder that they had any strength to fight at all! In May Adrian Broad told us about the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua Diabetes Trust and in June Trevor Shailer talked about Sports Manawatu. Visits on the 4th Wednesday of each month included a visit to Junction Wines, always an enjoyable occasion, to the Building Truss factory at Longburn, the Easie Living demonstration shop, The David Warnock Medical Museum and the Operatunists. Our final speaker for the year was Trevor Shailer, CEO of Sport Manawatu, who described his personal challenges in becoming an Olympic boxer and his subsequent role as aid to the Chef de Mission at the last 6 Olympic and Commonwealth Games events. Changeover was held on 29 June 2016. An enjoyable Casino themed evening was organised by incoming president Dennis Quinn and Katrine. A highlight of the evening was the presentation to Past President Bruce Withell of a Paul Harris Fellowship in recognition of his contribution to both the club and community. The citation was prepared by Past President Paul, Gregg. All talks were very ably reported by Scribes, Paul Gregg, Eddie Eggers, Bob Stewart, Bruce Markwell and Stuart Birks. These reports provide a valuable record of our speaker programme each year. Our outstanding Bulletin was again produced this year by Alan Caddick. It is a real highlight of the week and has a valuable role in providing club, as well as wider Rotary information. In addition Alan organized the duty roster and manned the welcome desk at each meeting. The Service Projects Committee Under the meticulous chairmanship of Goff Ashwell the Service Projects Committee had a busy and interesting year. The usual youth support projects of RYPEN, RYLA, The Rotary Science week and Business week were all supported with excellent students. The graphic talk by Bryana Allen our RYPEN candidate opened our eyes to the rigorous yet highly satisfying routine that these young people were put through during their weekend at Waiouru. Other routine projects and activities in which the Club participated were Daffodil Day, Foodbank Collection (organised by Dennis Quinn), Relay for Life (organised by Katrine Imrie), and Dictionaries in Schools (organised by Lloyd Love). A new project this year has been to provide assistance to Terrace End School in the establishment of a new cycle track. This has involved a number of working bees, and if finance allows, we will help with the planting of new greenery, and assembly of new cycles. However the major project for the year was the series of concerts given by Vicki Lee singing the songs of Vera Lynn, with the RCTE having the role of contacting other Rotary Clubs in the 9940 District to see if they wished to have a local concert. This project was organised almost entirely by Goff Ashwell in conjunction with Vicki’s business manager Ken Cooper. It would be fair to say that when Goff agreed to take responsibility for the Projects committee in 2015-2016, that he did not anticipate that he would have the role of a show promoter for that year. A total of 15 shows were performed by Vicki throughout the District this year with more to come later in 2016, including some already in towns further north. This was our sole fundraising project this year. Katrine took a personal interest in supporting Vicki, and attended every one of the concerts. This was invaluable in providing useful feed-back on local Rotary organisation of the concerts.

60.7 Memorial Educational Trust (MET) The MET, initially established as the Mike Hansen Memorial Trust in 1985, has continued the excellent support of youth under the Chairman, Bruce Markwell and Secretary, Eddie Eggers. The other Trustee was Pam Hansen, with associated Trust Board members Allan Gillingham (President), Gaewyn Grant (Past president) and Dennis Quinn (President elect). Page 152 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

AtAs thenoted 20 above,November the successful meeting, underapplicants President were RianaJohn Hubbard, Smith (Palmerston it was resolved North to Girls recommend High School) to the cluband Connormembers Slattery that the (ScotsPalmerston College, North Wellington) club sponsor who a willnew attend club in the this Model area. UNThis in matterGeneva, was and discussed Bethany at theMcKenzie club assembly (Inglewood on 17 High March, School) 1958 whoagain will chaired use her by awardPresident to helpJohn overcome Hubbard. her The physical club disabilitiesapproved unanimously in attending theMassey formation University. of a new club with the revised Duringboundary the line year being the decision100 yards was West made of Albertto prepare St, running a Protocol from document the Manawatu that outlined River tothe Richardson’s procedures Line.and responsibilities associated with the annual operation of the MET. This was to allow any changes in responsibility to be readily adopted andSo the to ensurenew Provisional general clarity Rotary of allClub issues. of TerraceDuring Endthis processwas formed, the decision interestingly was made with to John allow Hubbard, the MET fatherto fund of youth a present relatedmember projects Graham presently Hubbard organised, as President by the of RCTE, the Palmerston if the club North was inRotary a financial Club. Thesituation new thatclub preventedhad 22 initial them membersdoing so. and Thethe first Protocol meeting document was to bewas held approved on 22 byMay, the 1958. Board ofThe Trustees provisional in June induction 2016 and date is wasfiled set infor the 7 July,RCTE 1958, Archives. with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. 60.8 Highlights of the Year AtClub a meeting and Membership on 29 May, activity 1958, – aThroughout number of recommendationsthis year members werehave madecontinued for the to conductshow dedication, of the new responsibility, club. Combined meetingsinitiative andof the support Palmerston for the North RCTE and despite, Terrace in someEnd committees cases, many were years to of be membership. held and one I wish director to congratulate and three members all of themembers Palmerston on their North continuing Club should interest be anddetailed support to attend for all the committee Terrace Endand weeklyclub activities. meetings. In particularLindsay Spencer we welcome, a Palmerston NorthJanice GordonRotarian, and was Andrew placed Popovon loan to to the the Rotary new club Club to of act Terrace as its secretary End. We and look to forward help the to club enjoying to become their companyestablished. and contributions to club activities. 3.3 The Provisional Club Vicki Lee concerts – An entirely new venture this year was in providing assistance to Vicki Lee for a series of concerts Inthroughout the first thebulletin 9940 dated District 4 June, in singing 1958, theLindsay songs Spencer of Vera announcedLynn. This thatresulted the firstin a budget meeting surplus of the ofProvisional $5000 which Rotary Club ofenabled Terrace the End club would to make take a place number at the of Rossdonations Intermediate to charity School organisations on Monday, in Palmerston 9 June at 5.45pm. North, Theand includingPrincipal, theFrank Clift, wasWildbase one of project the foundation that at this members time is nearing of the club. the fundraising He also announced target that that will theenable caterers building would to becommence. Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Civic Award to Eunice Love – On behalf of the RCTE I prepared a nomination for a Palmerston North City Council Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Civic Award to be made to Eunice Love for over 50 years of volunteer work for the NZ Scouts, Save the Children in Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club Manawatu, Church related activities, and of course support for Rotary through her support of Lloyd in his various roles. at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 The proposal was successful and the award was made to Eunice at a civic ceremony on 29 October 2015. We all sincerely congratulate Eunice on her well-deserved award. Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, BulletinConstitution Editor and and By Rotary Laws RevisionInformation – In Officer, June this Lindsayyear a revision Spencer didof the just RCTE that. HeConstitution made brief and mention By Laws of thewas speakers completed but concentratedand approved onby conveyingmembers. aThis good brings deal ofthe Rotary By Laws Information in particular to thein linenew memberswith our actual under operating headings proceduressuch as: and monthly timetable. FinallyThe I wishdistribution to record of myRotary appreciation Districts inof theNZ support from Dorothy during this year, and also her voluntary role as support photographer to Eddie Eggers in supplying several photographs for the Bulletin. The election of District Governors and their roles. Paul Harris Fellowship Award – At Changeover in June 2016 it was a real pleasure to award Past President Bruce The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Withell with a Paul Harris Fellowship award for his services to the club, the community and to Rotary. The citation was presentedExplanation by Past of President avenues ofPaul service. Gregg and Bruce was so over whelmed that he could not find the words to fully express his appreciationWhat does membership – a rare situation of Rotary for Bruce. give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? District Governor Simon Manning addressing the club What is a Rotary club? on 9 September 2015 The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Members Scott Bruce (Milson Rotary) Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amerand Rodney Wong(AwapuniBob Burt Harry Craig Rotary) initiators of the Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom BakerWildbase project. Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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Bruce Markwell receives an award for 40 years of service to the club and District, and Vallis Peet receives a Sapphire pin to his Paul Harris Fellowship

President Allan, Katrine Imrie, Vicki Lee and Goff Ashwell at the first Vera Lynn concert held in October 2015

Eunice Love and Lloyd after the announcement of the Civic Award to Eunice.

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So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present District Polio Plus Chairman Michael Fagg, member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and with Bob Stewart who organised the very the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva successful Polio Plus dinner in October 2015 to be the first president of the new club.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 Lloyd Love presented Dictionaries to students Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, at St Mary’s school. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Bruce Withell, Allan Gillingham, Goff Ashwell and Stuart Birks help to prepare the newBoard cycle of track Directors at Terrace End School. Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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61. PRESIDENT’S YEAR 2016-2017 DENNIS QUINN

61.1. Board Members President: Dennis Quinn, President Elect: Lew Findlay, Past President: Allan Gillingham, Treasurer: Vallis Peet/Malcolm Busch, Secretary: John Gardner, Directors: Lew Findlay (Projects) and Stuart Birks (Club Admin). I thank the Board for their support and work. Special thanks to Malcolm Busch for stepping in to fill the void left with the retirement of Vallis Peet. Vallis served for more than 15 years as Treasurer, and I record the Club’s thanks to Vallis for his endurance and patience and guidance into the cashless world.

61.2. Changeover The theme for Changeover was “A Night at the Casino”. The Russell Room was decorated to suit and the tables were stunningly ‘dressed’ by Katrine & helpers with placemats and decorations related to gambling. The Sunshine session compered by Brian White covered everything you did or did not want to know about casinos. The event of the night was the running of the Melbourne Cup (first time outside Australia!) and the horse that won was the one at the front of the bunch that crossed the line in front of the other bunches. There were rounds of poker, roulette, raffles galore and croquet and one table claimed to have won outright, but that was subject to a steward’s enquiry but he had already retired for the night. Bruce Withell was made a Paul Harris Fellow much to his surprise and delight. Bruce has served the club in many roles and has entertained us with music and storytelling.

61. 3. Membership The death of Alan Caddick on 7th November 2016 brought much sadness to the Club. Alan gave outstanding service to the Club as editor of the Bulletin, the teller of tales, and as an ever cheerful presence over a Rotary life of 33 years. He was still editing the Bulletin right up to his final weeks. The retirement of Lloyd Love is a well-deserved rest, after such outstanding service to the club over 49 years in all aspects of Rotary life. The Club will lose much knowledge of Rotary as well as Club history without him. So many of the achievements of the Club were influenced and instituted by Lloyd. The Board has made Lloyd an honorary member and we hope to still see Lloyd and Eunice on some occasions in the future. As already mentioned, Vallis Peet has retired as he has moved to Feilding, and his wisdom and presence will be missed. Paul Rieger, after wandering in the wilderness for decades, rejoined the club, and so we end the year with 21 members, down 2 from the start of the year.

61.4. Rotary International Theme The Rotary International President was John Germ from the United States of America and his theme for the year was ‘Rotary Serving Humanity’, symbolised by enclosing/encircling rings around a globe of the earth.

61.5. District Governor’s Visit. DG Martin Garcia visited the Club on 9th November and addressed the members on the core values of Rotary, and how Club procedures may be streamlined to meet the challenge of increasing and maintaining membership. He noted that the Club has already initiated many changes. Earlier in the day, Goff Ashwell and I showed Martin the Bikes in Schools track at Terrace End School, which the Club has assisted in establishing.

61.6. Club Committees & Programmes As always the two club committees worked well to ensure a varied calendar of regular dinner meetings and events. The two committee format works well and the minutes of all meetings are lodged in the website archives, so members can keep informed of the activities of the club. Stuart Birks ably led the Club committee and Lew Findlay the Projects committee. Special thanks to Katrine Imrie for her input to club activities and arrangements with Wharerata, and the many other touches that ensured the smooth functioning of the club. The format of two ‘normal’ dinner meetings each month with one fireside meeting and one special event, was very successful throughout the year. Firesides were held on the second Wednesday of each month and were well attended through the year. Speakers came from a wide background of interest and careers as always. Some of the topics were: Disaster Relief, Sensible Sentencing, Building Better Companies, Climate Change, Restorative Justice, Soundscape in Cinema, Irrigation project in an Ethiopian Village, RYLA, Family Visit to the USA, Victim Support, Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Polio Symposium, India as a Superpower, Arctic Journey in an Icebreaker and many others. Off-site visits included ‘Fleabag’ at Centrepoint, ‘Pecking Order’ at Event Cinema, ‘Dinosaurs’ at Te Manawa, and a trip to the Rotary Club at Foxton. Regular events included a picnic/barbecue at the Quinn Residence, Fellowship dinners at various homes and Christmas dinner at Wharerata.

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At the61.7. 20 NovemberService Projects meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the ThePalmerston Club fulfilled North club its sponsorusual service a new role club at in many this area.events Thisthroughout matter thewas year.discussed Terrace at the End club is nowassembly the only on local17 March, Rotary 1958 Clubagain activelychaired supportingby President the John Relay Hubbard. for Life eventThe clubat the approved former Teachers’unanimously Training the formationCollege. We of alsoa new provided club with members the revised andboundary partners line for being the Tree100 ofyards Remembrance West of Albert in theSt, Plaza.running We from collected the Manawatu for Foodbank, River and to Richardson’s for Daffodil Line. Day. Members also assisted in the new Rotary initiative of RYDA, Rotary Youth Driver Awareness, held at Central Energy Trust Arena over 3 days.So the Our new members Provisional manned Rotary the Club barbecues of Terrace at the Endfarewell was functionformed, forinterestingly Janet Webb with who John retired Hubbard, from the father Stewart of aCentre, present andmember in November Graham Hubbardmembers, providedas President traffic of the andPalmerston parking assistanceNorth Rotary for theClub. Zonta The Garden new club Tour. had Bob 22 Stewartinitial membershas arranged and forthe thefirst collection meeting ofwas old to spectaclesbe held on for 22 adaptation May, 1958. for theThe peopleprovisional of the induction Pacific Islands. date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. 61.8. Memorial Educational Trust. TheAt a meetingTrust had on a change29 May, in 1958,personnel a number this year of recommendationswith Bruce Markwell were stepping made downfor the from conduct the Chair of the after new 15 club.years Combinedand Eddie Eggersmeetings retiring of the from Palmerston Secretary North after 14and years Terrace in the End role. committees The Board were and toClub be thankheld andBruce one and director Eddie forand their three dedication members toof the Trust.Palmerston Brian NorthWhite Clubis the shouldnew Chairman be detailed and to Janice attend Gordon the Terrace is the Endnew weeklySecretary. meetings. Pam Hansen Lindsay remains Spencer as a, Trusteea Palmerston and theNorth other Rotarian, Trustees was were placed Allan on Gillingham, loan to the Lew new Findlay club to and act myself. as its secretary Allan Gillingham and to help leaves the theclub Trust to become and will established. be replaced by Stuart Birks. There were 3 recipients of Awards this year: Jessica Burgess-Smith from Awatapu College received assistance to get target3.3 Theshooting Provisional equipment; Club she has represented NZ; Ed Gregg from Kapiti College received support for funds for travel toIn Botswanathe first bulletinand Zambia dated to 4 assistJune, villages 1958, inLindsay building Spencer simple announced facilities; and that Joshua the first Ngaia meeting of St. Patrick’sof the Provisional College, Wellington Rotary Club wasof Terrace to receive End funds would for take fees place to continue at the Ross his rowingIntermediate development School toon make Monday, the NZ 9 June rowing at 5.45pm. trials. Sadly, The JoshuaPrincipal, was Frankunable Cliftto , wastake oneup the of theAward foundation as a recurring members bout of theglandular club. feverHe also forced announced him to stop that training. the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 61.9. Bulletin Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary ClubWe lost of ourPalmerston editor of North the past since 6 yearsDecember with the 1944 death and of had Alan been Caddick. one of theEddie prime Eggers movers took for over the the formation job and ofcontinued the new theclub atproducing Terrace End the bulletinbefore he on was time transferred and full ofto newsNapier. each2 Saturday morning. The Club is grateful for Eddie’s efforts.

Subsequent61.10. Vicki bulletins Lee Concertswere designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, BulletinThe Dame Editor Vera and Lynn Rotary concerts Information by Vicki Officer,Lee provided Lindsay the SpencerClub withdid justfunds, that. for Hewhich made we brief are verymention grateful, of the as speakerswe had nobut concentratedother fundraising on conveying activities ofa goodsignificance. deal of Rotary Vicki’s Information generosity in to performing the new members anywhere under and headingseverywhere such there as: is an audience is truly inspiring. Her mission is to sing the repertoire of Dame Vera Lynn for the older folk of the community. Her rewardThe is distributionthe pleasure ofit bringsRotary toDistricts her audience. in NZ To date approximately 2500 people have attended more than 25 concerts involving more than 16 Rotary Clubs, and more are planned. The Club is very fortunate to have had Katrine Imrie and The election of District Governors and their roles. Goff Ashwell doing all the work in support of Vicki. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation61.11. District of avenuesConference of service. ThreeWhat members does membership attended the of RotaryAnnual giveDistrict its members?9940 Conference in New Plymouth in April, Bob Stewart, Lew Findlay andDefining myself. This duties. was the best Rotary Conference by far of the four I have been privileged to attend. The programme was varied and full of interest and the events were superbly managed and ran to time. Bulletin 39 (29 April 2017) has full Rotary in New Zealand. coverage of the Conference. For me the highlight of the weekend was the visit to the marae at Parihaka, again this is in the WhyBulletin. Limited Members Classifications? will be aware that a final settlement and apology by the Government was reached last month. What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-PresidentPresident DennisSecretary with District Governor Martin Garcia Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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President Dennis, members and partners at the annual Rotary breakfast with the guest speaker from the Rotary Club of Taihape launching a new Board game as a fundraising venture.

President Dennis and Beverley with members and guests at the Polio Plus Dinner organised by Bob Stewart (right)

President Dennis with Goff Ashwell, Stuart Birks and Brian White at the annual Relay for Life in front of the RCTE tent

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62.At the PRESIDENT’S 20 November meeting, YEAR under 2017-2018 President John LEW Hubbard, FINDLAY it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again62.1. chaired Board by President Members John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. President: Lew Findlay, President Elect: Stuart Birks, Past President, Dennis Quin, Treasurer: Malcolm Busch, Secretary: John Gardner, Directors: Stuart Birks (Projects) and Katrine Imrie (Club Administration). I thank the Board for their So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present support and work. member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the 62.2.first meetingChangeover was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. The theme for Changeover was international, and everybody had a marvellous time coming dressed in different ethnic costumes. At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings62. 3. ofMembership the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of theThe Palmerston membership North of our Club club should increased be detailed by one towith attend the inductionthe Terrace of End Lukas weekly Dreyer. meetings. Unfortunately Lindsay BrianSpencer White, a Palmerston resigned Northin December Rotarian, to livewas near placed Christchurch on loan to theso there new clubwas no to overallact as its increase secretary in membershipand to help the this club year. to become established.

3.362.4. TheRotary Provisional International Club Theme InThe the Rotaryfirst bulletinInternational dated President4 June, 1958, was IanLindsay Riseley Spencer from theannounced Rotary clubthat ofthe Sandringham, first meeting Victoria,of the Provisional Australia. RotaryHis Club ofInternational Terrace End Theme would takewas place“Rotary: at the Making Ross IntermediateA Difference”. School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, 62.5. District Governor’s Visit. known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty LascellesThe District of Westshore, Governor Napier.Mitchell This Brown was from an appropriate Takaro Club choice in Palmerston of speaker becauseNorth visited Monty the had club been on a 8 memberNovember of the to aRotary very Clubgood turnoutof Palmerston of members. North sinceMitch, December in his typically 1944 andenthusiastic had been way, one gaveof the us prime his view movers of how for hethe sees formation the District of the growing. new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2 62.6. Club Committees & Programmes SubsequentThe committees bulletins ran wereextremely designed well toover inform the year members with Katrineon Rotary Imrie matters and the and Club with committee his joint responsibilitiesoverseeing the of Secretary, Bulletinadministration Editor ofand the Rotary club speakersInformation and generalOfficer, operation Lindsay ofSpencer the club.did just There that. were He madeno hiccups brief mentionthere whatsoever. of the speakers Once but concentratedagain we had onvery conveying successful a Lookgood Whosedeal of ComingRotary Information for Dinner eveningsto the new which members everybody under seems headings to enjoy. such as: 62.7. Service Projects The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The Projects committee, under Director Stuart, had a very busy year with all the usual projects such as the Daffodil DayThe street election appeal ofand District Food BankGovernors appeal. and We their also roles. continued support for the Rotary Science Forum in Auckland with a studentThe frommeaning Palmerston of a Provisional North Girls Club High to TerraceSchool. End. The Relay for Life again was a highlight of the year with our team workingExplanation in with ofthe avenues youth groupof service. from Crossroads. We plan to continue their involvement in future years. We kept our relationship up with Terrace End School, and Stuart Birks continued with the interviews for history. Our Polio Plus eveningWhat on does 18 Octobermembership organised of Rotary by Bob give Stewart its members? was again a great success with a good sum raised. We continued to collectDefining spectacles duties. for the Pacific with Bob Stewart overseeing this. We also initiated a relationship with Queen Elizabeth CollegeRotary which in New we aim Zealand. to continue in the future. As a result of this relationship we were given a large number of books fromWhy their Limited library Classifications?which we donated to the Cook Islands. We also received books from the Red Cross for this. The club also presented 24 dictionaries to English Language Partners for use with their migrant English classes. What is a Rotary club? The62.8. ‘4 Memorial- Way Test’ Educational as a measuring Trust. stick, etc. This year we had a change of Chairman and Secretary for the Memorial Educational Trust with long serving Chairman TheBruce bulletin Markwell dated and 19 Secretary June included Eddie Eggersa committee both standing plan for down.the club Their as follows: replacements were Brian White and Janice Gordon respectively. There was an associated change in the funding format. The annual practice of advertising for applicants then interviewing and funding several successful applicants was to be replaced with a series of awards during Board of Directors the year as opportunities and applications arose. For example this year the Trust sponsored students from QEC to undertakeJack Sylva their Duke of Edinburgh awards,George which Stuart has been receivedBill very Somerville well. Lindsay Spencer In December Trust Chairman Brian White resigned from the club and his position was filled by Paul Reiger. President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary 62.9. Bulletin Directors Eddie did a fantastic job of the Bulletin which was always on time and well-presented. We are very blessed to have a BulletinClub Service editor as efficient as Eddie. Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill62.10. Somerville Vicki Lee Concerts Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart The Vicki Lee concerts continued this year and were very successful. This will be the final year that these concerts will be Members run by our club. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig 62.11. District Conference TheFellowship Rotary District Harold9940 Conference Parlane wasTom held Baker here in Palmerston PeterNorth Caldwell in May with a goodBill turnout Howell and all clubs assisting on the organising committee. Katrine from our club was in charge of the table decorations and also helped to 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. run the reception desk. Lew Findlay, Stuart Birks and Allan Gillingham also attended from our club.

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President Lew with District Governor Mitchell Brown, Assistant Governor Claire Matthews and RCTE members and partners.

President Lew with Paul Gregg, Bruce Withell and Goff Ashwell at the Daffodill Day street appeal.

Dennis Quinn receives a Paul Harris fellowship award from President Lew following the citation by Bruce Markwell

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63.At the PRESIDENT’S 20 November meeting, YEAR under 2018-2019 President John TO Hubbard, NOVEMBER it was resolved 2018 to –recommend STUART to BIRKSthe club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised 63.1 Board Members: boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. Stuart Birks (President), Bruce Withell (President Elect), Lew Findlay (Immediate Past President), John Gardner So(Secretary), the new MalcolmProvisional Busch Rotary (Treasurer), Club of KatrineTerrace ImrieEnd was(Club formed, Administration), interestingly Janice with GordonJohn Hubbard, (Service Projects).father of a present memberJanice Gordon Graham will Hubbard be leaving, as usPresident and moving of the to Palmerston Gisborne shortly,North Rotaryat which Club. time The a replacement new club Servicehad 22 initialProjects members Director and thewill firstbe required. meeting She was hasto beenbe held a solidon 22 and May, constructive 1958. The member provisional of the induction Club and datewill bewas greatlyset for missed.7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. 63.2 Rotary International Theme “Be the Inspiration” AtWorld a meeting President on Barry29 May, Rassin 1958, called a number on leaders of recommendations to work for a sustainable were made future for and the to conduct inspire ofRotarians the new and club. the Combined meetingscommunity of atthe large. Palmerston Our focus North is on and people Terrace and End personal committees connections, were toboth be withinheld and the one club director as a social and and three supportive members of theenvironment, Palmerston and North also Clubin the should wider becommunity. detailed to The attend fostering the Terrace of links End across weekly generations meetings. and Lindsay ethnic Spencer groups, isa Palmerstona common Norththread Rotarian,running through was placed our onactivities. loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.363.3 TheChangeover Provisional Club InThe the Changeoverfirst bulletin was dated held 4on June, June 1958,20, at LindsayWharerata Spencer with announceda medieval theme.that the Membersfirst meeting and guests of the outdid Provisional themselves Rotary with Club oftheir Terrace costumes. End would This, taketogether place withat the the Ross room Intermediate decorations, School musical on Monday,accompaniment 9 June atand 5.45pm. period Themenu Principal, resulted inFrank a lively Clift , wasevening, one ofwhich the foundationwas rounded members off with of a theglass club. of mead. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty 63.4 DGs Visit Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary th ClubDG Marion of Palmerston Johnston North visited since the December Club on 15 1944 August. and had She been was onemost of complementary the prime movers and, for in the her formation thankyou of card, the newwrote: club at TerraceDear Stuart End before and members he was oftransferred the Rotary to Club Napier. of Terrace2 End, Thank you all so much for the warm welcome you gave Mike and I when we visited your club. Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, I was impressed with your community involvement and the multi-generational focus of your projects. Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentratedYou have a on wonderful conveying supportive a good dealclub ofatmosphere Rotary Information and I am pleased to the that new you members have adopted under aheadings new monthly such programmeas: to support the continued engagement and excellent attendance rates of your members. Congratulations on recognising that TheRotary distribution must remain of relevantRotary inDistricts a changing in NZworld. TheKeep upelection the great of work!District Governors and their roles. TheMarion meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. th th MarionExplanation and partner of avenues Mike also of service. joined us for Changeover and for the 60 Anniversary celebration on 17 November where Marion proposed the toast to our club, so they are very welcome and familiar faces. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining63.5 Membership duties. Sadly,Rotary Honorary in New Member Zealand. Lloyd Love passed away on 1st October. He had been a member since 1969 and an active contributorWhy Limited until veryClassifications? recently. AndyWhat Asquith is a Rotary was inducted club? into the Club on 7th November, having moved here from Auckland where he had been a memberThe ‘4of -Millwater Way Test’ Satellite as a measuring Rotary Club.stick, etc. We hope that, by continuing to be collegial, vibrant and engaged, we can attract more members in the coming months. WeThe are bulletin also using dated the 19 status June ofincluded Honorary a committee membership plan to for acknowledge the club as follows:and maintain connection with several people with a long past association with the club, the latest addition being Margaret Rainford, widow of Peter.

Board63.6 of DirectorsProjects OnJack Daffodil Sylva Day Club members once againGeorge turned Stuart out to help thisBill major Somerville collection day for Lindsaythe Cancer Spencer Society. Similarly teams turned out for the Foodbank collection and the Tree of Remembrance in the Plaza. Dictionaries were presented to refugeePresident and migrant families through EnglishTreasurer Language Partners, theVice-President Multicultural Council andSecretary the QEC Adult ESOL Group. We also continued our book collection for shipment to the Cook Islands and (for the first time) Tuvalu and Kiribati.Directors Spectacles collection for the Islands also continues, as does support for Terrace End School and for Abbeyfield, aClub non-profit Service organisation providing rentalVocational accommodation Service for seniors.Community Ongoing Service support by Internationalthe MET for ServiceDuke of Edinburgh Award candidates from Queen Elizabeth College is resulting in pupils participating in club projects, including theBill Foodbank Somerville collection and fence paintingNeil at TurnbullAbbeyfield. This alsoMerv provides Dymock useful opportunitiesGeorge for Stuart cross-generational interaction. Members Bulletin63.7 Other activitiesLindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Other plans we have for the remainder of the Rotary year include: another meeting dedicated to the Polio Plus campaign, aFellowship second round of FellowshipHarold Parlane Dinners, RelayTom for Baker Life (jointly with membersPeter Caldwell of the CrossroadsBill Youth Howell Group), a New Year BBQ, feedback from our RYLA, “Hands on Otago”, and other supported young people, Club oral history recording, and 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. other activities still in the planning stage.

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63.8 RCTE 60th Anniversary The club held its 60th anniversary celebratory function on 17th November with several Past Presidents and others joining the current members and partners. John Cromie, President in 1978-79, was present and is the last surviving President from the 1970s. Pam Hansen, widow of Mike Hansen and trustee of the Memorial Educational Trust, formerly the Mike Hansen Memorial Educational Foundation, cut the cake together with Mike Cross, the longest serving current club member. A feature of the event was a review of the Club’s achievements over its 60 years by Allan Gillingham, including contributions by Bruce Markwell on the mini-bikes project, Malcolm Busch on the Sheltered Workshop project and the subsequent Rotary award, and Pam Hansen who outlined the work of the Trust, most notably giving updates on the sometimes very significant achievements of past beneficiaries of Trust grants. Allan also prepared a rolling montage of photos showing some past members and previously younger present members, together with some aspects from the club history. Katrine Imrie was chairman of the anniversary committee and organised the venue and menu and Paul Rieger organised the invitation list, Malcolm Busch handled the finances. Allan Gillingham has collated Presidents Reports from the last 10 years and undertook to update “5.30 on Wednesday” since the 2nd Edition prepared for our 50th anniversary in 2008. The publication was originally prepared for the 40th anniversary and updated for the 50th. It is being expanded to include coverage of the subsequent 10 years and will be available in time for our Christmas function on 12th December as the 3rd Edition.

63.9 The backroom ‘boys’ Some members do a substantial amount of work in the back room of a Rotary Club and I would like to single out members Malcolm Busch (Treasurer), John Gardner (Secretary), Eddie Eggers (bulletin editor, photographer and cake maker), Katrine Imrie and Bruce Withell (programme), and a special mention for Katrine as an outstanding and dedicated (if somewhat authoritarian) events organiser. I am grateful for the support of the club members in making my task an enjoyable one. The club has a strong tradition and great strengths, making it far more than just “the sum of its parts”.

Changeover June 2018 with a medieval theme: Outgoing President Lew (Friar Tuck) Findlay about to hand over the Presidential chain to incoming President Stuart( Lord) Birks

Changeover June 2018: Medieval damsels Margaret Snelling, Annette Gregg, Anne Eggers, Meriam Findlay and Pam Hansen.

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So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was setChangeover for 7 July, June1958, 2018: with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club. Distinguished guests Roger Munn, Graeme Campbell and At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conductJohn of Gardner the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

PresidentThe Stuartdistribution with Districtof Rotary Districts in NZ GovernorThe electionMarion Johnstonof District and Governors and their roles. Assistant Governor Manawatu-2 The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Claire Matthews. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary President Stuart with guest Directors speakers Hem Choksi (Palmerston Club Service Vocational Service Community Service NorthInternational Girls High School) Service who attended the Rotary Science Forum Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock in Auckland,George Stuartand Shayne Coley (Queen Elizabeth College) who Members attended the Rotary Business Week. Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth.

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PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN BY EDDIE EGGERS FROM THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER ON 17 NOVEMBER 2018 HELD AT THE COACHMAN HOTEL

Presidents of the Rotary Club of Terrace End Rear: Bruce Markwell, Allan Gillingham, Dennis Quinn, Goff Ashwell, Lew Findlay, Jim Esson. Front: Gavin Lees, Malcolm Busch, John Cromie, District Governor Marion Johnston, Stuart Birks, Reg Bridewell, Katrine Imrie, Mike Cross, Gaewyn Grant, Eddie Eggers.

The 60th Anniversary Cake

2018-19 President Stuart Birks Cutting of the cake by Pam Hansen (Honorary Member) and Mike Cross (Longest serving member)

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3.3 The Provisional Club Kath and John Cromie and Mike Cross In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. David Grant and Jim Esson Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in NewShirley Zealand. and Allan Walters Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill SomervilleIan Macindoe andLindsay Pam HansenSpencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart

Members Barbara and Reg Bridewell Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. Lew Findlay, Meriam Findlay and Anne Eggers

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Sue Stewart and Peter Collins Goff and Ann Ashwell

Bruce and Margaret Markwell Dennis and Beverley Quinn

Lukas and Sonja Dreyer Gavin and Julie Lees

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The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club?

The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. 1959 - 2008 Teams and GSE Students Exchange

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee 1959 - 2008 - Office Bearers End Terrace Rotary Club of plan for the club as follows: Rotary Club of Terrace End - Membership Summary 1958 - 2008 - Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

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PagePage 167 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2018 Youth Gavin Johanson Gavin Gavin Lees Gavin Richard Bullock Richard Bill Nairne Bill International Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 End Terrace Rotary Club of Paul Gregg Paul Colin Barkwith Arthur Treble Eddie Eggers Eddie Eddie Eggers Eddie Richard Bullock Richard David Drake David David Cordery David Andrew Fleming Andrew Bernie Hodgson Bernie Alan Jordan Bruce Markwell Bruce Bruce Markwell Bruce Peter Croad Peter Kit Ellis John Cromie John Bob Burns Russ Callender Russ Malcolm Busch Malcolm Peter Inder Peter Laurie Croxson Lloyd Love Lloyd Ted Valentine Ted Colin Pickett Hugh Miller Hugh Hugh Miller Hugh Hugh Miller Hugh Bernie York Bernie Ray Osborne Peter Lyons Peter Fred Stuart Fred Harry Craig George Stuart George George Stuart George Graham Hubbard Graham Vocational Vocational Peter Rainford Peter Paul Gregg Paul Tony Rickerby Tony Nick Thomson Nick Goff Ashwell Goff Noel Cantwell Noel Alan Caddick Barry Fitzgerald Tony Lorimer Tony Ross Cuff Ross John Borren John Ralph Robotham Ralph Robotham Basil Dome Basil Ian Peach Ian Alan Jordan Roy Hills Roy Roy Slade Roy Jim Greenslade Jim SpencerLoveridge Barry Gillespie Frank Cohen Frank Bill Parsonson Bill Derek Olsen Derek Colin Pickett Bill Johnston Bill Steve Pilalis Steve Ray Pitcher Bernie York Bernie Wally Nicholls Wally Mac Mitchinson Mac George Stuart George Tom Baker Tom Neil Turnbull Neil MauriceMarshment Community GraemeCampbell Garry Gordon Goff Ashwell Goff Nick Thomson Nick David Cordery David Richard Bullock Richard David Drake David Barry Fitzgerald Mike Powell Mike Mike Cross Mike Peter Carthew Peter Brian Tong Brian Ron Dixon Ron Bernie Hodgson Bernie Peter Gutberiet Peter Peter Croad Peter Kevin Housiaux Kevin Peter Inder Peter Malcolm Busch Malcolm Bruce Sinclair Bruce Bruce Sinclair Bruce Lloyd Love Lloyd Ted Valentine Ted Colin Barkwith Ivan Lewis Ivan Steve Pilalis Steve Wally Hobbs Wally Vern Toms Vern Ray Osborne Ray Pitcher Mike Hansen Mike Harry Craig Frank Clift Frank Harold Parlane Harold Merv Dymock Merv Club Service Ross Jones Ross Bill Nairne Bill Garry Gordon Reg Dixon Reg Tony Rickerby Tony John Borren John Mike Cross Mike Paul Ewing Paul Alan Jordan Ross Cuff Ross Mike Powell Mike Ron Dixon Ron Eddie Lloyd Eddie Reg Bridewell Reg Eddie Lloyd Eddie Brian Tong Brian Basil Dome Basil RussellCallender Colin Barkwith Harry Hansen John Burford John Colin Barkwith Bill Parsonson Bill Bernie Child Bernie Gus Wood Gus Wally Hobbs Wally Vern Toms Vern Bill Crystall Bill Frank Britten Frank Mike Hansen Mike Fred Stuart Fred Wally Nicholls Wally Mac Mitchinson Mac Frank Clift Frank Bill Somerville Bill Rotary Club of Terrace End - Office Bearers End Terrace Rotary Club of Treasurer Carl Olivecrona AlistairNicholson Alan Wellington Peter Rainford Peter Peter Rainford Peter John Cox John John Cox John Vallis Peet Vallis Vallis Peet Vallis Brien Mahoney Brien Brien Mahoney Brien Reg Bridewell Reg Reg Bridewell Reg Malcolm Busch Malcolm Barry Jobson Bob Burns Jack Fallaver Jack Jack Fallaver Jack Jack Fallaver Jack Jack Fallaver Jack Jack Fallaver Jack Paul Rieger Paul Paul Rieger Paul Paul Rieger Paul Frank Cohen Frank Frank Cohen Frank Frank Cohen Frank Barry Gillespie Barry Gillespie Frank Britten Frank Frank Britten Frank John Levestan John John Levestan John Jon Levestan Jon George Stuart George Secretary Gavin Lees Gavin Gavin Lees Gavin Gavin Johanson Gavin Gavin Johanson Gavin Arthur Treble Arthur Treble Colin Cutfield Colin Cutfield Colin Davey Colin Davey Ray Harding Ray Harding Ray Harding Tony Fayerman Tony Dick Jobson Dick Dick Jobson Dick Coliin Davey Alan Jolley Kevin Housiaux Kevin Bernie Yorke Bernie John Cromie John Ron Burnett Ron Ron Burnett Ron Ron Burnett Ron Des Melbourne Des Gus Wood Gus Gus Wood Gus Gus Wood Gus Gus Wood Gus Gus Wood Gus Gus Wood Gus Derek Olsen Derek Derek Olsen Derek John Death John Lindsay Spencer President Nick Thomson Nick David Cordery David Eddie Eggers Eddie David Drake David Mike Cross Mike Vallis Peet Vallis Ross Cuff Ross Bernie Hodgson Bernie Peter Inder Peter Brian Tong Brian Bruce Markwell Bruce Malcolm Busch Malcolm Peter Croad Peter Kevin Housiaux Kevin John Cromie John Bruce Sinclair Bruce Steve Pilalis Steve Wally Hobbs Wally Lloyd Love Lloyd Bernie Child Bernie Ted Valentine Ted Bill Johnson Bill Vern Toms Vern Mike Hansen Mike Mac Mitchinson Mac Bill Crystall Bill Ray Osborne Frank Britten Frank Fred Stuart Fred Harold Parlane Harold Neil Turnbull Neil Frank Clift Frank John Death John Bill Somerville Bill Jack Sylva Jack Year 1992-93 1991-92 1990-91 1989-90 1988-89 1987-88 1986-87 1985-86 1984-85 1983-84 1982-83 1981-82 1980-81 1979-80 1978-79 1977-78 1976-77 1975-76 1974-75 1973-74 1972-73 1971-72 1970-71 1969-70 1968-69 1967-68 1966-67 1965-66 1964-65 1963-64 1962-63 1961-62 1960-61 1959-60 1958-59 Page II Page

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So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Dennis Quinn Dennis Dennis Pilkington Dennis Vallis Peet Vallis Sue Forde Sue Peter Rainford Peter Paul Gregg Paul David Bridges David Judith Woods Judith Jo Myers Jo Maurice Downing Maurice Janet Oliver Janet Reg Dixon Reg Shelia Granger Shelia Reg Dixon Reg Dennis Quinn Dennis member Graham Hubbard Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was oneVocational of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Richard Bullock Richard Goff Ashwell Goff Sue Forde Sue Allan Gillingham Allan Gillingham David Bridges David Bruce Markwell Bruce Brian Dodds Brian Jo Myers Jo Ralph Robotom Bruce Withell Bruce David Grant David Shelia Granger Shelia Jim Kerr Jim Katrine Imrie Alistair Madigan Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club 2 at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.

Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary,

BulletinCommunity Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: Richard Bullock Richard Goff Ashwell Goff Sue Forde Sue Allan Gillingham Harry Brown Bruce Withell/ Bruce Gaewyn Grant Eddie Eggers Eddie Roger Munn Roger Stuart Birks Stuart Peter Pitman Peter Stuart Birks Stuart Goff Ashwell Goff Graham Wilson Graham Malcolm Busch Malcolm Allan Walters Bruce Withell Bruce Peter Sergentina Peter Reg Bridewell Reg Alistair Madigan Janice Gordon Janice Stuart Birks Stuart Katrine Imrie Goff Ashwell Goff Jim Esson Jim Lew Findlay Reg Bridewell Reg

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. Club Service What does membership of Rotary give its members? Richard Bullock Richard Jeff Bundy Cooke Jeff Malcolm Busch Malcolm Harry Brown Richard Bullock Richard Allan Gillingham Paul Gregg Paul Maurice Downing Maurice Gaewyn Grant Roger Munn Roger Vallis Peet Vallis Roger Munn Roger Bruce Markwell Bruce Bob Reddington Bruce Withell Bruce Noel Smith Noel Mike Cross Mike Noel Cantwell Noel Mike Cross Mike David Grant David Katrine Imrie Katrine Imrie Katrine Imrie Lew Findlay Graeme Campbell Graeme Stuart Birks Stuart Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand.

Rotary Club of Terrace End – Office Bearers End Terrace Rotary Club of Why Limited Classifications?

What is a Rotary club?

TheTreasurer ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Vallis Peet Vallis Peter Rainford Peter Peter Rainford Peter Dennis Pilkington Dennis Ross Jones Ross Vallis Peet Vallis Vallis Peet Vallis Ross Jones Ross Vallis Peet Vallis Vallis Peet Vallis M Clark/B Egarr M Clark/B Vallis Peet Vallis Vallis Peet Vallis M Clark/B Egarr M Clark/B Vallis Peet Vallis M Clark/B Egarr M Clark/B Vallis Peet Vallis Bruce Egarr Bruce Vallis Peet Vallis Bruce Egarr Bruce Malcolm Busch Malcolm Vallis Peet/ Peet/ Vallis Malcolm Busch Malcolm Vallis Peet Vallis Vallis Peet Vallis Carl Olivecrona Malcolm Busch Malcolm The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Secretary President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Allan Walters Allan Walters Maurice Marshment Maurice Maurice Marshment Maurice Gavin Lees Gavin John Gardner John John Gardner John Gavin Lees Gavin John Gardner John John Gardner John Sue Burnett Sue John Gardner John Peter Collins Peter Sue Burnett Sue Peter Collins Peter Dennis Pilkington Dennis Paul Gregg Paul Dennis Pilkington Dennis Paul Gregg Paul Maurice Murphy Maurice John Gardner John John Gardner John John Gardner John Joan Norrie Joan John Gardner John Maurice Murphy Maurice Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service

Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart

MembersPresident D Pilkington/ Sue Forde Sue David Bridges David Ross Jones Ross Paul Gregg Paul Noel Cantwell Noel Gaewyn Grant Brian White Brian Goff Ashwell Goff Dennis Quinn Dennis Katrine Imrie Jim Kerr Jim Bruce Withell Bruce Eddie Eggers Eddie Jim Esson Jim Reg Bridewell Reg Graeme Campbell Graeme Katrine Imrie Gavin Lees Gavin Allan Gillingham Gavin Johanson Gavin Stuart Birks Stuart Dennis Quinn Dennis Lew Findlay Vallis Peet Vallis Allan Gillingham Bulletin Bullock Richard Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Year 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. 2005-06 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03 2001-02 2000-01 2014-15 2013-14 1999-2000 2012-13 2011-12 1998-99 2010-11 2009-10 1997-98 2008-09 1996-97 2007-08 1995-96 2006-07 1994-95 2018-19 2016-17 2017-18 2015-16 1993-94

PagePage 169 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2018 To NZ To South Africa South Massachussetts Group Study Exchange Study Group From NZ From Maryland USA Nambia SouthWestAfrica Hansen Mike Leader Team Massuchusetts USA Petremus Bruno Emergency Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 End Terrace Rotary Club of To NZ To Graduate Youth Exchange Youth Graduate From NZ From Eddie Eggers Eddie USA To NZ To Eiko Miura Eiko Japan Palmer Jane Friedman Margot York New Liesbet Jacols Netherlands The Ontario Jesperson Jesper Denmark Lines Jane Africa Sth Leonie Griggs Angeles Port Borren John Netherlands The Polinis Greg Canada Rotar Youth Exchange Youth Rotar Rotary Youth Exchange Rotary Youth Exchange Students and GSE Teams and GSE Students Exchange From NZ From Janet Smith Janet Canada Hutt Greg USA Northcott Jenny Denmark Anne Hughes Netherlands The McEwan Jacqui Africa Sth Marris Debbie Mexico Tennent Jocelyn Washington Hansen Richard Germany To NZ To Andrew Pratt Andrew Wood Margaret Hinson Ruth Smith Toni George Debbie Gibbons Therese Blesson Jacinta Thomas Melissa Mtched Twins Matched Twins Matched From NZ From Des Wood Des Pootjes Julia Thompson Sue Turner AnnMarie Cobbs Josi Brook Jane Voss Jan Louise McLellan Hubbard Gillian Keaerns Jenni Earle Karen Year 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 Page IV Page

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So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and To NZ To Brazil Malaysia Sweden Scotland Norway Up State New York New State Up Ireland Switzerland Canada Africa South Sweden Lakes Dist. GBR Lakes Dist. New York State York New the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack State York New SylvaBrazil to be the first president of the new club.

At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined

meetings Exchange Study Group of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End Terrace A History of Rotary Club of North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established. From NZ From Brazil Melaysia Sweden Norton Graeme Member Team Scotland Norway Up State New York New State Up Flavell Andrea Ireland Switzerland Canada Africa South Sweden Lakes Dist. GBR Lakes Dist. Kathryn Payn Finland Tania Davidson Tania

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary To NZ To Laurel Zeller Laurel Washington George Terreil George Carol Hurt Carol Coloado Brenda Ireland Brenda Canada Sharon Rowlings Sharon Texas Will Fountain Will Mississippi Mauro Giuliano Mauro Argentina Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary,

Bulletin Exchange Youth Graduate Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as: From NZ From The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles. The meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. To NZ To Greg Polimis Greg Canada Alessandra Corea Brazil Kajsa Larsen Sweden Anita Wenderelle Germany Marcello Chiavone Marcello Brazil Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a Rotary club? Rotar Youth Exchange Youth Rotar Rotary Youth Exchange Rotary Youth The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. From NZ From Joanne Whifield Joanne Mexico Stephen Taylor Stephen Brazil Amanda Cox Mexico New Sarah Cooney Sarah Germany Annette Rapier Japan Oliver Yumiko Japan Angela Ward Sweden The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows: Ward Olivia Japan

Board of Directors Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary To NZ To Melisse Thormas Melisse Amanda Watson Leanne Caldwell Kerry Vearing Simone Williams Simone ittmar Vasie Callie Miller Bronwyn Linke Bronwyn Lauren Tuff Lauren Claire Crethar Claire David Archer David Directors Kate Willet Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Mtched Twins Matched Twins Matched Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Members From NZ From Karen Earie Karen Minton Claire Linda Secombe Vicki Brown Vicki - Welling Heather ton Corrie Royds Hayley Kearney Hayley Emma Lynch Emma Lorrin Angelini Simon Lees Simon Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt HarryRachel Coburn Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell Year 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2005 2006 2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. 2007 2002-04 Page V Page

PagePage 171 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2018 1965-66 Frank Brittain Frank Alan Miller Sinclair Bruce Simon George Valentine Ted Linton Stan Child Bernie Kirk Murray Chapple Murray Smith Gordon Rowlands Ernie Laurie Croxson Ray Le Clare 1964-65 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 End Terrace Rotary Club of Fred Stuart Fred V Rowe E Barber C Hughs J Wilson Nicholls Wally Frank Cohen Frank Carruthers Ian Colin Griggs Harry Hutchings Ingram Ron Lewis Ivan Clark Ted Wood Ken Hannah Jim 1963-64 Harold Parlane * Parlane Harold M Gow V Bateman Joe Jordan Joe Print Murray Caulton John Hobbs Wally 1962-63 Neil Turnbull * Turnbull Neil Bert Hack* Clift* Frank Lyons Peter Ray O’Donnell Barry Gillespie Barry Gillespie Robson John 1961-62 Frank Clift * Frank Baker* Tom T Estaugh Harry Craig* Stuart* George Kerr* Ron Levestam* John Andrews Bruce M Potts Bill Crystal Bill Johnston Bill Wood Gus Yorke Bernie Pilalis Steve Toms Vern 1960-61 Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Harold Death * Death Harold McHugh* Reg Dymock* Merv Bob Burt* Ray Amer* Johnson Bernie P Huck Charles Ira Hugh Miller Hugh Ray Osborne Hansen Mike Wilson Trevor P Huck 1959-60 Bill Somerville * Bill Colin Loudon* A McGrevy Seal Tom Leo King* B Price Bob Divehall Dick Oliver Dick Colin Pickett Blight Monty Charles Ira 1958-59 Jack Sylva * Sylva Jack Caldwell* Peter McKenzie* Mac Ray Pitcher Philip Mac Johnston Bernie Brittain Frank Bob Divehall Charter Members * Charter Members President Honorary Members Died Resigned New Members New Page VI Page

Page 172 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 1973-74 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Peter Gutberlet Peter Lambourne John RymallRoxburgh Croad Peter Dinan Mike Jensen Paul Steven Bill Bernie Child Bernie member Graham Hubbard, as PresidentAlan Lockie* Orsborne* Ewen Mitchinson* Mac Evans* John of Wolff* Peter theLeo Forbes* Palmerston Wood* Gus Robson* John McLean* Dick North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined

meetings of the1972-73 Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End Terrace A History of Rotary Club of Graham Hubbard Graham Richards Ted Lloyd Eddie Powell Mike Funnell Hugh Tong Brian Dorne Basil Rawstron Dick Smith Neil Carl Olsen Leo Forbes Cotton Bill Ted Valentine Ted North Rotarian, was placed on loan Rieger Paul Barter Peter to Gillespie Howard theHarry Hutchings new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 1971-72 was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Alan Lockie Elliott Ted Sadd Ted Housiaux Kevin Sawyer Selwyn Fallaver Jack Barry Griggs MauriceDowning Colin Davey Alderson Jim Orsborne Ewen Cuff Ross Baird Bill Alan Jolley Bill Johnston Bill known as the Regal Caterers, and Atack Frank that Simons George Moore Jim each Burnett Ron Dahm Keith member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent bulletins1970-71 were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Peter Inder Peter Green Ross Cross Mike Atack Frank Barry Griggs Len Parlane Cleghorn Ken Jones Jim Rob Roy Alan Jordan Walker Roy Busch Malcolm Duckett Peter Vern Toms Vern concentrated on conveying a good Ball Brian Melbourne Des deal Hannah Jim of Parsonson Bill Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles.

The meaning1969-70 of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. Dan Lynch Dan Caulton Jon Mike Hansen Mike Alan Miller Clark Ted Griggs Graeme Linton Stan Robson John Scott Wally Winder Kevin What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a1968-69 Rotary club? Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Theo Cuff Theo BortwickGeorge Burford John Reiger Paul Main Robert Bob Burns Morrison High Barter Peter Dahm Keith Love Lloyd Gainsford John Ingram Ron Sylva Lyn Ball Brian Smith Noel Scott Wally Winder Kevin Moore Jim Fallaver Jack Mac Mitchinson Mac The ‘4 - Way Test’ Horn Jack as a Sylva* Jack measuring Cantlon John J Gailsford Chapple Murray stick,Arthur Mason Olsen* Derek etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors 1967-68 Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Des Melbourne Des Kit Ellis Colin Brown McLean Dick Alex Hutt Taylor George Burnett Ron Greenslade Jim Griggs Graeme Bill Crystall Bill Murray Print Murray Irwin Wilson Blight Monty J Hay D Christian Jordan Joe President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 1966-67 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Colin Barkwith Cooper Dave Hay Jack Hills Roy Parsonson Bill Arthur Mason Christian Doug Ray Osborne Tom Baker* Tom Alan Miller Ray Le Claire Robson John Wills Hugh Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. Charter Member * Charter Member New Members New President Honorary Members Died Resigned Page VII Page

PagePage 173 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2018 1981-82 Barry Fitzgerald Inder Peter Rawstron Dick BernieYorke Sly Warren Willson John Rainford Peter Matheson John Reeves John Malcolm Busch Malcolm Hobbs Wally J Thompson Cordery David Good David Alistair Madigan F Owen A Wilson Mason John Len Parlane 1980-81 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 End Terrace Rotary Club of David Good David Thomson Nick Mahoney Brien F Owen Peter Croad Peter Gutberlet Peter 1979-80 Bob Burns Townend Jack T McDonald Davis Keith B Williams Lorimer Tony Alex Fleming Kevin Housiaux Kevin Somerville * Bill Banks Mike K McKay K Windle Rawstron Dick T McDonald 1978-79 David Cordery David Cleghorn Ken Tennant Iain MacKay Ken Arthur Burnett John Cromie John Hills Roy Sadd Ted Inder Peter Cooper Dave Palmer Peter Meachen Trevor Fraser Trevor Barry Jobson Warner Noel 1977-78 Peter Palmer Peter Laidlaw Bill Ralph Robotham Goodwin John Dixon Ron Alan Wilson Bruce Sinclair Bruce Sunkel Keith Robertson Bill Ray Dench Sadd Ted Callender Russell Wolff Peter Colin Pickett 1976-77 Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Reg Bridewell Reg Fraser Trevor Alistair Madigan Windle Ken Hodgson Bernie Smith Ron Steve Pilalis Steve Caulton John Kerry Foster Allan Jolley Arnold Doug Dinnan Mike Clements Dave Laurie Croxson Ingram Ron Ray Osborne 1975-76 Ray Dench Allan Smith Markwell Bruce Robertson Bill Mason John Arnold Doug Ray Harding Kerry Foster Broughton Noel Wally Hobbs Wally Rymall Roxburgh Rymall Burford John Jensen Paul Greenslade Jim Furnell Hugh Jones Jim Fayerman Tony 1974-75 Lloyd Love Lloyd Charter Member * Charter Member New Members New President Honorary Members Died Resigned Page VIII Page

Page 174 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the

Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 1989-90 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present Jack Townend Townend Jack MacKenzie Ken Holden Peter Brunel Mike Royds Richards David Drake David Bill Howell* Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North RotaryAlistairNicholson Alistair Madigan Bob Reddington Club. Small Tom Baker Dale Weir David TheChris Ridley Charles Hart new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined

meetings of the1988-89 Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End Terrace A History of Rotary Club of Reg Bridewell Reg Bruce Morgan Jack Sinclair Mason Don R MacKenzie Cuff Ross Mike Cross Mike Bill Howell* Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary MacKenzie Ken Garry Gordon Royds Richard andAlan Wellington to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, 1987-88 was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Garry Gordon Housiaux Kevin Hutchings Fred Vallis Peet Vallis Bill Howell* Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. Marshment Maurice AtCarl Olivecrona Lees Gavin this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent bulletins1986-87 were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but Pat Toomey Pat Esson Jim Carlin Roy Clark Malcolm Dixon Reg Holden Peter Gregg Paul Sargentina Peter Barry Fitzgerald Ewing Paul Alan Jordan Toms Vern Peach Ian Thorburn Jack Croad Peter Ross Cuff Ross concentrated on conveying Howell* Bill Inder Peter a Johnston Bill good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles.

The meaning1985-86 of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. Jim Fitzmaurice Jim Hutchings Fred R McKenzie Thomson Nick Jim Alderson Jim Arthur Burnett Service Brian Robb Steve Mahoney Brian Bernie Hodgson Bernie Bill Howell* Bill What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? What is a1984-85 Rotary club? Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Bill Nairne Bill Drake David Ashwell Goff Eggers Eddie Arthur Treble Bullock Richard Johnson Gavin Mike Hansen Mike Watt Peter Matheson John Lorimer Tony Roelants Peter Dixon Ron France Murray Carthew Peter Kit Ellis The ‘4 - Way Inder Peter Test’ as a measuring stick, etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors 1983-84 Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer R Doughty Robb Steve Watt Peter Hosking Jock Cordery David Bill Laidlaw Bill Lloyd Eddie Barry Griggs Smith Neil Davis Ketih Dome Basil R Doughty Tennant Iain J Reeves Alec Fleming Sly Warren Brian Tong Brian President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 1982-83 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart David Bridges David Brownlee Rob Mason Don Peet Vallis Colin Cutfield Cantwell Noel France Murray Dorreen Bill Finlay Richard Ewing Paul Alan Caddick Tony Fayerman Tony Wilson John Alan Smith Bruce Markwell Bruce Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. New Members New Died Resigned Charter Member * Charter Member President Honorary Members Page IX Page

PagePage 175 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2018 1997-98 Don Barnes Don Bruce Egarr Bruce Mowat Dave Cleghorn Ken Ken Cleghorn Ken Colin Davey Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie Jim Esson Jim 1996-97 Sue Burnet Sue Fitzgerald Jan Forde Sue Charles Hart Croad Peter Wood Judith Ken Cleghorn Ken Colin Davey Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie GraemeCampbell Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2008 End Terrace Rotary Club of 1995-96 Jill Dixon Jill Woods Judith T K Wong Mowat Dave Reg Dixon Reg Colin Wilson Gary McLean Borren John Ken Cleghorn Ken Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie Gavin Lees Gavin 1994-95 Bob Reddington Colin Wilson Wilson Graham Nisbet Sam Pitman Peter Carl Olivecrona Cox John Korte Brian Cleghorn Ken Nairne Bill Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie Gavin Johnson Gavin 1993-94 Allan Walters Liu Jack Korte Brian Alan Hansen Chris Ridley Garry Gordon Cordery David Ray Harding Murphy Maurice Haycock David Marr Norman Thomson Nick Brownlee Rob Colin Davey Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie Richard Bullock Richard 1992-93 Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Denis Pilkington Denis Egarr Bruce Alan Hansen Bernie Hodgson Bernie Baker Dale Weir Dave Taylor Norm Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie Nick Thomson Nick 1991-92 Jim Kerr Jim Jones Ross Taylor Norm Marr Norman Roy Carlin Roy Dorreen Bill AlistairNicholson Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie David Cordery David 1990-91 Maurice Murphy Maurice Bill Howell* Bill Powell Mike Hoskings Jock Rickerby Tony Alan Wellington Drake David Arthur Treble Bill Howell* Bill Johnston Bill Stuart Fred Toomey Pat Yorke Bernie Eddie Eggers Eddie New Members New Died Resigned - Honorary Mem bers President Page X Page

Page 176 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 2005-06 Denis Pilkington Denis Collins Peter Dorne Brendon Grainger Sheila Jeannes Matthew Munn Roger Oliver Janet Withell Bruce So the new Provisional- Pilking Denis ton Peet Vallis Hansen Pam Rotary Esson Jim Myers Jo Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

At a meeting2004-05 on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of Joan Norrie Norrie Joan PamelaTankersley Myers Jo the Palmerston Forde Sue North Club Hansen Pam Esson Jim shouldBob Burns Tong Brian Meyers Jo be Wilson Graham detailed Cromie John Colin Davey to attendLew Findlay Rawstron Dick Harry Brown theBryan McKay Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End Terrace A History of Rotary Club of North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End2003-04 would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, Dennis Quinn Dennis Katrine Imrie David Bridges David Hansen Pam Esson Jim Colin Barkwith Bob Burns Inder Peter Tong Brian Wilson Graham known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent 2002-03 bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Reg Bridewell Reg Bundy-Cooke Jeff Wild Jim Mooney Neville Ross Jones Ross Colin Davey Valentine Ted Inder Peter Wilson Graham Tong Brian Hansen Pam Esson Jim Bob Burns Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer,Ralph Robotham Valentine Ted Lindsay Esson Jim Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated on conveying a good deal of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles.

The meaning2001-02 of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Lew Findlay Bob Reddington McKay Brian Paul Gregg Paul Colin Davey Johnston Bill Inder Peter Valentine Ted Wilson Graham Tong Brian Explanation of avenues of service. Johnston Bill Lees Gavin What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand. Why Limited Classifications? 2000-01 What is a Rotary club? Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Noel Cantwell Noel Colin Davey Johnston Bill Inder Peter Valentine Ted Wilson Graham The ‘4 - Way Test’ as a measuring stick, etc. Yorke Bernie Pilalis Steve

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors 1999-2000 Goff Ashwell Goff Colin Davey Johnston Bill Valentine Ted Sharp Robin Jack Sylva George Smith Noel Stuart Wilson Graham Grant David Bob Hodgson Dunne Martyn Inder Peter Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 1998-99 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Allan Gillingham Jim Kerr Jim Colin Davey Johnston Bill Sargentina Peter Valentine Ted Harry Brown Alan Gillingham Bob Hodgson Peter Sargentina Peter FitzGerald Jan Freeman Gorden Moody Ken Members Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. President Honorary Members Members New Died Resigned Page XI Page

PagePage 177 13 Rotary Club of Terrace End 1958 - 2018 2013-14 Brian White Brian Hansen Pam 2012-13 Dennis Quinn Dennis Hansen Pam McCready Ben 2011-12 Katrine Imrie Hansen Pam Gordon Jenny Bridges David Rainford Peter Clarke Malcolm Gaewyn Grant Bob Stewart 2010-11 Bruce Withell Bruce Hansen Pam Downing Maurice Forde Sue Johansen Gavin McDermott Peter White Brian Evans Olwen McCready Ben 2009-10 Eddie Eggers Eddie Hansen Pam Esson Jim Barry Gillespie Birks Stuart

2008-09 Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of Reg Bridewell Reg Hansen Pam Esson Jim Pickett Brian Barker Bill Kerry Little Kathryn Beer 2007-08 Katrine Imrie Hansen Pam Esson Jim Marshall Warwick Oliver Janet Granger Shelia Bullock Richard Dorne Brendon Kathryn Beer Barber Bill Kerry Little 2006-07 Allan Gillingham Hansen Pam Esson Jim McDermott Peter Marshall Warwick - President Mem Honorary bers Died Resigned members New

Page 178 A History of Rotary Club of Terrace End

At the 20 November meeting, under President John Hubbard, it was resolved to recommend to the club members that the Palmerston North club sponsor a new club in this area. This matter was discussed at the club assembly on 17 March, 1958 again chaired by President John Hubbard. The club approved unanimously the formation of a new club with the revised boundary line being 100 yards West of Albert St, running from the Manawatu River to Richardson’s Line. 2021-22 So the new Provisional Rotary Club of Terrace End was formed, interestingly with John Hubbard, father of a present member Graham Hubbard, as President of the Palmerston North Rotary Club. The new club had 22 initial members and the first meeting was to be held on 22 May, 1958. The provisional induction date was set for 7 July, 1958, with Jack Sylva to be the first president of the new club.

At a meeting on 29 May, 1958, a number of recommendations were made for the conduct of the new club. Combined meetings2020-21 of the Palmerston North and Terrace End committees were to be held and one director and three members of the Palmerston North Club should be detailed to attend the Terrace End weekly meetings. Lindsay Spencer, a Palmerston North Rotarian, was placed on loan to the new club to act as its secretary and to help the club to become established.

3.3 The Provisional Club In the first bulletin dated 4 June, 1958, Lindsay Spencer announced that the first meeting of the Provisional Rotary Club

of Terrace2019-20 End would take place at the Ross Intermediate School on Monday, 9 June at 5.45pm. The Principal, Frank Clift, was one of the foundation members of the club. He also announced that the caterers would be Mr & Mrs Christensen, known as the Regal Caterers, and that each member would pay 4/6d. At this first meeting the speaker would be Mr Monty Lascelles of Westshore, Napier. This was an appropriate choice of speaker because Monty had been a member of the Rotary Club of Palmerston North since December 1944 and had been one of the prime movers for the formation of the new club at Terrace End before he was transferred to Napier.2

Subsequent2018-19 bulletins were designed to inform members on Rotary matters and with his joint responsibilities of Secretary, Bulletin Editor and Rotary Information Officer, Lindsay Spencer did just that. He made brief mention of the speakers but concentrated Birks Stuart on Hansen Pam conveying Campbell Graeme Love Lloyd Love Lloyd a good deal Andy Asquith of Rotary Information to the new members under headings such as:

The distribution of Rotary Districts in NZ The election of District Governors and their roles.

The2017-18 meaning of a Provisional Club to Terrace End. Explanation of avenues of service. Lew Findlay Hansen Pam Campbell Graeme Love Lloyd White Brian Dreyer Lukas Lees Gavin What does membership of Rotary give its members? Defining duties. Rotary in New Zealand.

Why Limited Classifications? What2016-17 is a Rotary club? Rotary Club of Terrace End – Membership Summary – Membership End Terrace Rotary Club of

The ‘4 Quinn Dennis - Way Hansen Pam Test’ as Alan Caddick a measuring Love Lloyd Peet Vallis Campbell Graeme stick, Rieger Paul etc.

The bulletin dated 19 June included a committee plan for the club as follows:

Board of Directors 2015-16 Jack Sylva George Stuart Bill Somerville Lindsay Spencer Allan Gillingham Hansen Pam Gaewyn Grant Popov Andrew Gordon Janice President Treasurer Vice-President Secretary Directors Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service 2014-15 Bill Somerville Neil Turnbull Merv Dymock George Stuart Gaewyn Grant Hansen Pam Lew Findlay Members - Bulletin Lindsay Spencer Ray Amer Bob Burt Harry Craig Fellowship Harold Parlane Tom Baker Peter Caldwell Bill Howell

2 Every Rotarian is an example to youth. President Mem Honorary bers Died Resigned members New

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