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| President Gaylene |
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| I recognise that man - Andy Watson |
A drive north in the sunshine saw us arrive in Marton at 3pm (a little later than we expected) - and we were greeted with warm hospitality, a cup of tea and the news that I was to be shown local projects while Jenny went off to see David Smith's farm with Margaret. President Gaylene took AG Stuart and me to Scott Ferry (just ourt of Bulls) where we met with local Bill Gray who opened the 'fire station' to reveal two trailers with pumping gear for local emergencies. This was a Rotary project by the Marton Club and one they can be justifiably proud of - relevant, 'bold' and meeting a real need. On the way back to Marton, Gaylene showed me some sites for potential projects being considered including a walkway and bridge connecting two streets through a reserve and assisting with the rebuilding of the local Op Shop that was recently the victim of arsonists. Returning to the Club rooms we met up with a fantastic group of energetic Rotarians. They listened intently to my message which was really focused on ensuring they were thinking of how they are perceived in the community and making sure all members were fully engaged in Club activities. The Board met after the meeting and I heard about
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AG Stuart, DG Howard, Bill Gray, President Gaylene
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their international water project in Savu Savu, Fiji and the local defibrillator project. Here is a Club with much experience (chartered in 1946) and a real focus to serve their community. I am certainly keeping an eye on Marton - and they claim they currently have 13 in their 'gang' to turn up at Conference!! They were not prepared to reveal their name - I wonder why?
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