A busy week even without our normal Tuesday meeting. On Monday 12 members joined with approximately 70 others to listen to an informative address from Ed Chignell, CEO of Predator Free 2050, the company created by the previous government to lead the eradication of predators throughout New Zealand. It was an enthralling presentation outlining not only the challenge but some of the major projects already underway.
And when I say major they are much bigger than the one envisaged for Howick. They include Taranaki and the farms surrounding the national park, Wellington City, Waiheke Island, Dunedin and a large number of others some of which are similar in scope to our local project. To find out about Predator 2050 go to
www.pf2050.co.nz
Those present included all local Rotary Clubs, schools and interested members of the public. There were a lot of questions at the end and there is obviously a lot of enthusiasm to get started.
Thanks to Allan Riley a start has been made with Howick Historical Village. Allan has met with staff and council advisors and is providing advice to assist them with their control program. What we need now is some members who are willing to become involved and help with tasks such as liaison with schools in our area to encourage them to become involved. A great educational opportunity and working for their own future.
Bookarama only one more week of collecting and sorting until selling commences with the Early Bird Sale 6pm Tuesday 9th October. Please do whatever you can to assist. It is how we fund our giving back projects. Don’t let the burden fall on too few. We all need to do whatever we can. Sorting Saturday 11-???; Tuesday and Thursday 9:30-12:00 and any other that is required to get the job done. Family, friends, in-laws even all are welcome!!
I hope you have been enjoying our publicity seekers who while enjoying Canada and Alaska have entertained us by displaying Bookarama bags at exotic locations. Anyone jealous like me?
Pakuranga Rotary are running a trivia night and auction on Saturday 6th October in support of Life Education Trust. Is anyone interested in joining us?
This coming Tuesday we have committee meetings. Recently we have had a poor turnout on committee nights. Please put your best foot forward. This is where the work gets done!
The following week we will all be at Bookarama .
Enjoy your weekend.
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