Jocelyn (Joc) O’Donnell, Transport World executive director

After the death of her father, businessman Bill Richardson, Joc O’Donnell not only became a director of HWR Group – one of the largest family-owned companies in New Zealand – she also inherited her Dad’s expansive collection of vintage trucks.

Fast-forward several years, and spurred by the knowledge her father hoped somebody would continue sharing his vehicles with others, Joc decided to open a museum housing the world-class collection amassed by her father as a tourist attraction.

Bill Richardson Transport World opened in late 2015, followed in quick succession by Classic Motorcycle Mecca (2016), Dig This Invercargill (2017), The Lodges at Transport World (2017), and TW Events & Incentives (2019).

Spearheaded by Joc, Transport World’s range of visitor attractions were developed in a bid to increase tourism, generate economic growth, and create a legacy in the city of Invercargill.

Joc is married to Scott and together they have three adult children: Harrison, Cameron, and Isabella.

In her free time, she enjoys tackling marathons, travelling and brushing up her French language skills.

12.15pm Guest Speaker: Jocelyn (Joc) O’Donnell, Transport World executive director

Guests, family and friends always welcome.

Lunch $25(pp) includes: light lunch/cake and coffee/parking at H&J Smith car park.

Meals and raffles ($1 per ticket) can be paid online on day of meeting and advised at reception. A/C 06-0925-0022834-00

RSVPs noting any dietary requirements go to Janna by email janna@mwm.net.nz or by phone 03 2141839.

RSVPs are required on the Monday prior at 3pm.

Club Forum to be held at McCulloch and Partners board room, 20, Don St. 

BYO Lunch 

The objectives of a Club Forum are:

Fellowship
Opportunity for discussion
Rotary education
Update on Club activities
Member feedback

Agenda 

• Update from Directors meeting May 9
• Rotary & Breathing Space Units update – Dave McKissock
• Rotary Education – 1. District Know How – 14^th May virtual seminar
• Rotary Education – 2. Bulletin / website integration
• Club Activities - Membership Drive / Upcoming Club Projects
• Member feedback 

[A zoom link can be made available for any members who wish to attend this meeting virtually - please contact President Lisa for the link]

Terry is the Manager of Hokonui Rūnanga and the Programme Director for Murihiku Regeneration. Terry has been involved with Hokonui Rūnangaand has been the Hokonui Te Rūnanga O Ngāi Tahu representative since January 1999. His special interest is building succession out of settlement - “mo tatou, a, mo ka uri a muri ake nei”. Terry is also a member of the Just Transition oversight group, to ensure the rights and interests of Murihikuhapū are being represented.

Source: https://www.murihikuregen.org.nz/events/science-and-innovation-wananga/terry-nicholas/

Further reference:  https://southlandjusttransition.nz/

12.15pm Guest Speaker:  Terry Nicholas - Murihiku Regenerate

Guests, family and friends always welcome.

Lunch $25.00pp includes: light lunch/cake & coffee/parking at H&J Smith car park.

Meals and raffles ($1 per ticket) can be paid online on day of meeting and advised at reception. A/C 06-0925-0022834-00 RSVPs noting any dietary requirements go to Janna by email janna@mwm.net.nz or by phone 03 2141839.

RSVPs are required on the Monday prior at 3pm.

4^th Week – Social Event – No lunchtime meeting Tuesday 24^th

A social function will be held at the Cold Stream Club. May 27 starting at 5pm.
The address is 72 Victoria Avenue, and there should be plenty of parking for everyone. 

Nibbles have been arranged. 

People will pay for their own drinks and the cost of the nibbles will be split between those attending.
Rotarians are welcome to bring their partners, please RSVP to Ross or Alice. 

Book Sorting with Lunch

Lunch catered by Inner Wheel – $20 per person 

Lunch to be served at 12.15pm - Book Sale Chair Richard will cover off brief notices for event at 12.30pm

Sort books before, or after lunch or both into categories on tables

Formal Meeting June 7^th

12.15pm Guest Speaker:  Graeme McMillian

Guests, family and friends always welcome.

Lunch $25.00pp includes: light lunch/cake & coffee/parking at H&J Smith car park.

Meals and raffles ($1 per ticket) can be paid online on day of meeting and advised at reception. A/C 06-0925-0022834-00 RSVPs noting any dietary requirements go to Janna by email janna@mwm.net.nz or by phone 03 2141839.

RSVPs are required on the Monday prior at 3pm.

ZOOM link, if you can't attend in person.

 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82828070546?pwd=QUNsZ1FUSDV2NGJQcjUwbFdEbWNUUT09

Come along and hear Rotarian and businessman Graeme McMillan give his perspective on "How does the current Ukraine crisis fit into a busy Rotarians life/"

McMillan is also the managing director of the family business Stormline, which manufacturers commercial fishing gear. 

Club Forum 14^th June

Club Forum to be held at McCulloch and Partners board room, 20 Don St. 

BYO Lunch 

The objectives of a Club Forum are:

Fellowship
Opportunity for discussion
Rotary education
Update on Club activities
Member feedback

Agenda 

• Update from Directors meeting June 13^th
• Discussion opportunity:   Zoom meetings ongoing
• Rotary Education:  Zone 8 Regionalisation Pilot Project
• Club Activities – Fundraising Updates / Upcoming events
• Member feedback 

If you have a suggestion for an agenda item at this club forum please email President Lisa-Maree lmfkjs@xtra.co.nz. 

12.15pm Guest Speaker:  Rachael Hucklebridge – Manager - Multiple Sclerosis Society - Southland

Guests, family and friends always welcome.

Lunch $25.00pp includes: light lunch/cake & coffee/parking at H&J Smith car park.

Meals and raffles ($1 per ticket) can be paid online on day of meeting and advised at reception. A/C 06-0925-0022834-00 RSVPs noting any dietary requirements go to Janna by email janna@mwm.net.nz or by phone 03 2141839.

RSVPs are required on the Monday prior at 3pm.

Rachael was brought up in Central Otago and shifted to Invercargill 32 years ago. 

For 32 years she has been involved in not-for-profit organisations, and for the past four and a half years has been the manager of Southland MS and Parkinson’s.

She is married to a Southland man and the pair have been running a business for 20 years in the south.

Rachael also has two beautiful daughters and a house full of animals.  

Meeting details: 

The "Celebration" of our Rotary Year evening will be held on June 28.

This replaces our traditional president Changeover, as members voted for Lisa-Maree to carry on the presidential duties for the 2022-2023 year.

Tuesday 28^th June – Level 6 – Kelvin Hotel

Welcome Drinks 6pm – we have kept the cost the same as last year $50 per person

A welcome drink is included on arrival with a cash bar operating throughout the evening

There is no theme – this is a moment in the present to “Celebrate” the past year and “Imagine” the year ahead. 

In the absence of a guide on attire deemed appropriate for  “celebrating & imagining” – the choice of attire is up to you.

RSVP's to Janna by email on janna@mwm.net.nz or by phone 03 214 1839

Please advise any dietary requirements with RSVP.

Pre-payment online / via internet / phone banking is requested.

Rotary bank account # is:  06 0925 00 22834 000 

If online pre-payment is not possible - please bring correct cash payment

Thriving Southland is a community-led group with a vision to create a prosperous Southland, healthy people, healthy environment from the mountains to the sea. 

By working together, Thriving Southland’s communities will create a better future for all by protecting Southland’s prosperity, heritage, environment and health. 

What is a Catchment Group?

A group of people who identify with a geographical area, usually based on a river or lake catchment, working together to take action towards a common vision.

Source: https://www.thrivingsouthland.co.nz/about-us/