Past Rotary International President Bill Boyd QSO and Lorna returned to the Rotary Club of Eastern Hutt on May 31 to a particularly well attended meeting of Rotarians and friends from throughout the Hutt Valley in New Zealand. They lived in Avalon for 22 years, and were very involved in community affairs in the 60s, 70s and 80s, during which time Bill was a highly regarded rugby referee, school committee chairman and tennis player. Bill is also a Past Governor of District 9940, now residing in 9920 Manukau City.
During the memorable evening, Bill made special Paul Harris recognition presentations from the Rotary Club of Eastern Hutt to two of their Rotarian achievers:
Dave Smith received a second Sapphire pin for his service to Rotary, especially for membership achievements. He has introduced 123 members to the Rotary Club of Eastern Hutt since he became a member in 1963. Of these, 19 have gone on to become club Presidents, and two to become District Governors. Dave has received four Rotary International Presidential Citations.
PDG John Cole was presented a Ruby pin for his outstanding service to Rotary. He joined the Rotary Club of Eastern Hutt in 1986, introduced by Dave Smith who is very proud of John’s success. John is Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator for New Zealand and Australia from New South Wales down to Victoria and Tasmania, covering 17 Rotary Districts and over 900 clubs.
[Pictured: PDG John Cole and PRIP Bill Boyd, the picture on the wall is of Paul Harris, the Founder of Rotary International - other photo Dave and Margaret Smith with PRIP Bill Boyd]
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