I always say the noise level of the Club is a good sign of the health of the Club - and New Plymouth was definitely noisy!
After being greeted by AG David Gibson and wife Rosalie, we were taken to the West End Bowling Club where we met with the Board. It was good to hear of them submitting an application for a district Grant. They have big plans for a Picnic Proms next March and also erecting shelters along the wonderful walkway along with the other New Plymouth Clubs. It was good to recognise Honorary Member Don Holyoake, Don and Gary Brown for their contribution over the years. A great meeting - and my fist around a fire place!! Boy it's cold up here next to Mt Egmont!! 
[Pictured: President Barry; Club Members including
Don Holyoake; Theme pins were given to members - in this photo with President Barry are Don Whitwell, DG Howard, Gary Brown and Don Holyoake]
My key message to New Plymouth - value and use the power of your collaboration with other Clubs to build communities and bridge continents - and bigger clubs aren't necessarily bigger numbers, but bigger goals!
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