Our Open Meeting on 6 October proved to be a great occasion of friendship and fellowship,even though we had hoped for higher numbers. Those who attended - around 16- certainly provided enthusiasm and encouragement.

Our main speaker was Taylor Fulton from Canada. She is currently spending two years in NZ on a Work Visa and has made New Plymouth her home. And we are delighted to say has adopted our club as her Rotary family.

She spoke about her own journey with Rotary - from a Rotary Youth Exchange to Brazil to RYPEN and Rotaract. All these had given a sense of belonging and a chance to form new friendships,as well as giving back to the community. Rotaract in particular offered connection and fellowship during Covid and as President of her group she was involved in many community projects, offering both fun and practical help.

She is a great ambassador for Rotary, enthusiastic,entertaining and very knowledgeable. Taylor was happy to answer our questions, including those from friends who had come along to learn more about this organisation she mentioned so frequently. We hope some of these friends will join us again to learn even more about Rotary could have a place in their lives.