Last meeting, we were treated by Ainie Kwok to a first-hand view of the amazing Taveuni Eye Project, following her recent visit to Taveuni Island’s hospital at Waiyevo. This project achieves so much and changes many lives thanks to the generosity of overseas eye surgeons and other medical staff, funding from Rotary clubs, and the incredible achievements of Geoff & Joey Amos and the Taveuni Is. Rotary Club.
At this week’s meeting, we look forward to welcoming Claire Lucas as a new member. Claire is well known to many of us through her active involvement with the Onja project, established by her brother Sam in Madagascar. And our speakers this week will be two Rotary Exchange Students – always great value to hear of their backgrounds and impressions of life in Aotearoa NZ.
Don’t forget to register with Nick Goddard for the Omaru Stream clean-up this Saturday 17th Nov.
What a real pleasure listening Ainie speaking with so much passion and compassion on the Taveuni Eye Project which has been running for the past 12-13 years. In 2017 over 12 days, a total of 345 cataract surgeries were performed with patients coming all over from Fiji often on a ferry from Suva to Taveuni. What this project sets it apart from other eye surgery projects is holistic model of care from village tom hospital. The wrap around service includes transportation, travel costs and all medical and associated supported such as meals and accommodation. Four surgeons and nurses from around the globe from USA, Argentina, Australia and NZ provide the service. A next door neighbour of Geoff Amos is one of the volunteer drivers who meets and greets the patients off the ferry in one of the two mini vans donated by Kamal’s Island tours. Ainie talked about a woman who was totally blind and another two women who were incredibly frightened and couldn't be persuaded to have surgery.
Our Club has been given the great opportunity to earn a quick $5K (yes, five thousand) simply by assisting Papakura Rotary Club with their annual and extremely popular motorcycle show. They are looking for around 10 (ten) Rotary helpers at the ASB Showgrounds on Saturday 24 & on Sunday 25 November.
They need us to man doors, guide parking and man a Rotary booth. Shifts would probably be four hours. Could members who can help please email Robyn ASAP who will coordinate a schedule. Email: Robyn.ingram@outlook.com
A confirmed date of Monday February 18th has now been secured. BUT we ONLY need a ferry!!! If you are interested in joining the visit to this very special place, please confirm so to Peter Buchanan and sit tight with confirmation of date and cost to be advised shortly.
The Board and the St. Johns Fellowship team would love to see a large group of St John's members attending next year's District Conference. The theme for the conference is "Keep Rotary Real". Please mark in your diaries now and don't delay registering to ensure you receive the "Early Bird" discount - space is limited:
Including the Conference, other activities to join in on are:
District Governor’s Golf Tournament
Art Deco Walking Tour
An Art Deco vintage car driving tour
Hawkes Bay Farmers Market in Hastings on Sunday morning
Bike winery tour
Wine tastings at the Conference venue
Registrations are now open! Please "Read More" for links to Registration.
If you are interested in attending, please also advise Michelle Forman - Email: mertie.forman@gmail.com
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What a real pleasure listening Ainie speaking with so much passion and compassion on the Taveuni Eye Project which has been running for the past 12-13 years. In 2017 over 12 days, a total of 345 cataract surgeries were performed with patients coming all over from Fiji often on a ferry from Suva to Taveuni. What this project sets it apart from other eye surgery projects is holistic model of care from village tom hospital. The wrap around service includes transportation, travel costs and all medical and associated supported such as meals and accommodation. Four surgeons and nurses from around the globe from USA, Argentina, Australia and NZ provide the service. A next door neighbour of Geoff Amos is one of the volunteer drivers who meets and greets the patients off the ferry in one of the two mini vans donated by Kamal’s Island tours. Ainie talked about a woman who was totally blind and another two women who were incredibly frightened and couldn't be persuaded to have surgery. 
A confirmed date of Monday February 18th has now been secured. BUT we ONLY need a ferry!!! If you are interested in joining the visit to this very special place, please confirm so to Peter Buchanan and sit tight with confirmation of date and cost to be advised shortly.
The Board and the St. Johns Fellowship team would love to see a large group of St John's members attending next year's District Conference. The theme for the conference is "Keep Rotary Real". Please mark in your diaries now and don't delay registering to ensure you receive the "Early Bird" discount - space is limited: