The Kiwanis Club of Te Awamutu Convention Report '98

Six members and partners attended this years convention hosted by the Christchurch clubs.

The Antarctic theme featured an educational and social evening at the Antarctic centre (Friday) followed up by a 'Black & White Shuffle' Dine & dance on Saturday evening. Partners were also well catered for, sightseeing & shopping.

Conference Highlights:
• Keynote Speaker - Dr. Elizabeth Harding talking about 2 years spent at Khunde Hospital in Nepal (built by Sir Ed. Hillary) - dealing with the sherpa population - IDD its effects, education & treatment.
• Address by International Trustee & Treasurer (& future Kiwanis World President) 'Bo' Schafer from Texas. His theme 'We got it made' because we got too much 'stuff' (said with Texan Accent) was well received.
• A Series of informative workshops.
• Election of the new district team which features 2 Te Awamutu club members
    Merv Gyde - District Treasurer
    Guy Probert - Division 2 Lt. Governor
• Address by incoming Governor Mike Boyd who spoke about his goals for the coming year which featured - membership growth, expanding our service to children & wrapping up the IDD campaign.

Kevin Choat
President-elect
Kiwanis Club of Te Awamutu
6 September, 1998

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