Members are encouraged to attend Thursday lunch meetings whenever they can. They are an opportunity for fellowship, to hear interesting speakers, and to catch up with our Club activities.
COVID-19 Protection
It is important that no members feel excluded from Club meetings or events because of these changes.
If you have any concerns or feedback, please let President Cameron know (in confidence).
Anyone wishing to join our meetings via Zoom please contact President Cameron.
Meal Orders
The current $20 lunch menu (includes a drink) can be downloaded from here
(updated 15 January 2022)
Order before 10am on Thursday and your order will be in the till under your name
Enter through the Cafe via the MIDDLE GLASS DOORS on the street, and go into the Cafe. We no longer require the in/out flow
Let staff know you pre-ordered and your name, and pay for your meal.
It would be appreciated if you can spread the word to other members and to encourage them to order via email. orders@thedishcafe.co.nz
All emails received after 10am Thursday will not be viewed. Please call the cafe before 11:30am to change, cancel or place an order.
034771236, then press option 3 for The Dish Cafe.
Any cancellations received via email after 10am, or calls after 11:30am will be charged in full.
Past Club Presidents took over our Thursday meeting last week. In the Chair was Sarah Warhurst. Craig Radford delivered a Sergeant’s Session on past Presidents and revealed a severe lack of knowledge amongst those attending. Pete Gouverneur ran the Joker Jackpot, now at $399 due to there being only two cards left and members buying tens of tickets in the fond hope of winning. Susan Schweigman picked the winning card to great applause. Guest speaker was past President Grant Chirnside who Presented the Inaugural Rotary Awards to members. Amid general hilarity Paul Spain won Best Head of Hair, Lynne Guy the Vertically Challenged Cup (Rick Wellington was disqualified), Susan Schweigman added to her successes with the Best-dressed Award, Best Supporting Role was won by David Neill. Two categories found no clear winner: Most Performance-Enhanced Member and Most Entertaining Member Bringing Joy to the Club: there were too many candidates. It was generally agreed to be a success deserving repetition, and Cameron’s last meeting as President turned out to be his easiest.
Susan and the $399 "Joker" (photo - Rick)
Contenders for the "Vertically Challenged" Award (photo Jackie)
Changeover
President Cameron and President Elect Fiona thank everyone who RSVP’d for changeover night! We’re excited and looking forward to seeing you on Thursday night. Please contact Fiona if you need to cancel or have any questions (0274821103)
The five week roster is the most accurate and members are urged to check the Duty Roster webpage regularly. Club Management Group.
Essentials
SPEAKER HOSTS please remember to send a summary of the Speakers presentation complete with photo to Bruce.brucec3210@gmail.com
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
David Ojala
July 10
Ron Mackintosh
July 16
Join Date
Murray Bayly
June 3, 2004
18 years
Rick Wellington
June 6, 2013
9 years
Neville Horne
June 13, 1974
48 years
Brian Daniels
July 2, 1987
35 years
Claire Haines
July 2, 2020
2 years
David McEwen
July 2, 2020
2 years
Peter Gouverneur
July 5, 2007
15 years
David Ojala
July 15, 1994
28 years
Carmen Houlahan
July 17, 2017
5 years
Lynne Guy
July 23, 2009
13 years
Katie Slaughter
July 29, 2010
12 years
Fundraiser - On Line Auction
Youth group is in the process of selling items from the House / Rumpus / Garage. All proceeds to go to Youth Projects. If you have something that you think would be suitable for sale (And you are happy to donate it), please contact rick@preens.co.nz
Matariki Night Market, Tue 21st University of Otago
Fiona attended an inaugural Matariki night market event last Tuesday at the University of Otago. Here she is with Ruthie Holmes, a University of Otago student from the Solomon Islands.
We both enjoyed the friendly networking opportunity! We were able to learn about the Matariki star cluster and try out some creative activities such as painting with a natural pigment sourced from Karitane. We also watched a natural skin balm being made from locally sourced Kawakawa leaves. Fiona wasn’t up for trying the titi (muttonbird) kai though!
Youth group is in the process of selling items from the House / Rumpus / Garage. All proceeds to go to Youth Projects. If you have something that you think would be suitable for sale (And you are happy to donate it), please contact 
We both enjoyed the friendly networking opportunity! We were able to learn about the Matariki star cluster and try out some creative activities such as painting with a natural pigment sourced from Karitane. We also watched a natural skin balm being made from locally sourced Kawakawa leaves. Fiona wasn’t up for trying the titi (muttonbird) kai though!
