Members are encouraged to attend Thursday lunch meetings whenever they can. They are an opportunity for fellowship, to hear interesting speakers, and to catch up with our Club activities.
COVID-19 Protection
It is important that no members feel excluded from Club meetings or events because of these changes.
If you have any concerns or feedback, please let President Fiona know (in confidence).
Anyone wishing to join our meetings via Zoom please contact President Fiona.
Meal Orders
The current $20 lunch menu (includes a drink) can be downloaded from here (updated 24 July 2022)
It would be appreciated if you can spread the word to other members and to encourage them to order via email. orders@thedishcafe.co.nz
All emails received after 10am Thursday will not be viewed. Please call the cafe before 11:30am to change, cancel or place an order.
034771236, then press option 3 for The Dish Cafe.
Any cancellations received via email after 10am, or calls after 11:30am will be charged in full.
1. Tanya Syddall is the Director of Campus Development at the University of Otago. She has some 23 years’ experience in construction, primarily in Australia but more recently in New Zealand. Tanya leads a team of 18 responsible for the planning and delivery of the University’s building requirements across its 5 campuses (Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Southland). The University’s property portfolio comprises 384 buildings with just over 470,000m 2 of floor area. Most of the space is owned by the University, with only some 33,000m 2 being leased. The replacement cost is an estimated $3.5 billion. 2. The University is currently implementing a ten-year 2021-2031, $1 billion building plan. The drivers of the plan include compliance requirements, addressing deferred maintenance, replacing ageing infrastructure, ensuring buildings are fit for purpose and accommodating student growth. 3. Challenges are the disruptions caused by Covid, labour market shortages, supply chain issues and costs escalations. 4. Tanya described the major current projects: * Te Rangihiroa Hostel, Dunedin ($100 million); * Aquinas College extension, Dunedin ($28 million); * Hakitekura Academic Retreat, Queenstown ($9 million); * Arana and Studholme Halls upgrades, Dunedin ($26 Million); * Food services building, Dunedin ($43 million); * Union Court, Dunedin ($4.6 million); and * Oxford Building, Christchurch ($220 million). 5. Tanya touched on an interprofessional leaning centre being undertaken with Health New Zealand and Otago Polytechnic, the re-development of the Wellington Campus because of the earthquake vulnerability of existing buildings, and the establishment of a medical precinct accommodating both the University and the new Dunedin Hospital.
6. Alongside these major capital works, Campus Development is responsible for minor works such as a “slips and trips” avoidance programme. 7. In recognition of the role of the University as a centre of learning, the team is presently reviewing the University’s facilities to ensure its buildings meet the contemporary teaching and learning needs of staff and students.
Upcoming Events in our Area
Sun 2nd Oct- Planting day at Quarantine Island, Dunedin South are organising this. If you’d like more information contact Fiona
Sat 9 Oct – ‘The Dunedin Brick Show’ , Sat 8 and Sun 9th at the Edgar Centre. Dunedin Central are volunteering at this very popular Lego event , funds raised will be going to Youthline and Riding for the Disabled. Go along and see it!
Tue 22 Nov – ‘Andrew Meek Memorial Auction’- Dunedin Central, at The Dunedin Club. 6pm. Tickets on sale $45, limited to 70p- see link for more info
Congratulations Alistair Logan - Paul Harris Fellow
(photo - Gordon)
A Paul Harris Fellowship is a very highly regarded recognition of service to individuals who exemplify Rotary’s core values. The fellowship was created in memory of Paul Harris, the founder of Rotary. It is a way to show appreciation, and honor individuals whose service to the community and club fosters fellowship, high ethical standards and the advancement of goodwill and understanding through the work that we do.
We often think of Paul Harris Fellowships as being awarded to high profile people in the community and club members and/or those who have held leadership positions, but this is not always so, nor is it right.
Many of our members are consistently loyal, supportive and are there when you need them over an extended period.
Alistair has been a member of the club for 34 years. He currently serves on the Community Project Group and is a regular attender at meetings, events and projects when work commitments allow. Prior to this, he served on, the Club Administration Committee, the Youth Committee, City Affairs, Vocational, International and Classification committees. Further to all this, Alastair is one of the hardworking group of Club Trustees who review and approve on a monthly basis all monetary donations that the board recommends be made from our club trust funds.
Alistair is quietly spoken and humble but he has done his bit consistently over a long period of time. He has a very relaxed manner and a droll sense of humour, as his Sergeant sessions exemplify, even if we sometimes wonder where he is heading with them. Over a long period, they have always been humorous and whimsical.
For his dedication to serving our club and community, Alistair has been awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship.
Nice to have some of Alistairs family at last weeks meeting to share the occasion with him - even if they "ambushed" him by secretly arriving at the venue!
(photo - Fiona)
Jackfruit!
It has been eight weeks since "The Dish Cafe" changed to a Vegetarian menu, which has given us (or those of us who wish to) time to try some of the "different" items.
So, what exactly is this Jackfruit which is served as a chicken substitute?
The scientific name for jackfruit is Artocarpus heterophyllus. Jackfruit is a tropical tree fruit grown in Asia, Africa and South America.
Under its thick, bumpy rind is a stringy flesh that you can eat raw or cooked in a variety of dishes.
When jackfruit is unripe (which is when it is used as a meat substitute) it has a neutral flavor. Ripe jackfruit has a sweet flavor like other tropical fruits, such as banana, mango or pineapple.
Jackfruit contains some fiber and very little fat. It has under 3 grams of protein per cup, making it much lower in protein than meat. A 100-gram portion of jackfruit has: 95 calories, 2 grams of protein, 0.6 grams of fat, 3 grams of fiber; and is a good source of: Vitamin C, Pyridoxine (vitamin B6), Niacin (vitamin B3), Riboflavin (vitamin B2), Folic acid (vitamin B9), Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, and Phosphorus. Jackfruit also contains flavonoids and lignans, plant compounds that may help fight inflammation.
So what do you think of it in your Burrito? Personally I'm not a fan! - Bruce Collier
University of Otago department of marine science lecturer Dr Will Rayment believes that Dunedin's whale population is second only to Kaikoura in terms of significance in New Zealand.
The five week roster is the most accurate and members are urged to check the Duty Roster webpage regularly.
Essentials
SPEAKER HOSTS please remember to send a summary of the Speakers presentation complete with photo to Bruce.brucec3210@gmail.com
Incognito Art
A reminder that the committee organising the Incognito Art fundraiser for club projects including the centennial projects at Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Rotary Park, are still seeking donations of A4 artworks. These will be displayed and sold anonymously - Some of the artists may be high profile professionals, some may be semi professional , e.g may belong to an art club, some may be well known public figures, but not known for being an artist, and some of the artists could be anyone! Do you have any artistic contacts who you could approach regarding donating a piece of their work? A4 customwood "blanks" are available from Brian Daniels bdandcher@hotmail.com or artists may supply their own A4 canvas.
Artists should have their work back to the committee by late September / early October and the actual event will run 7-11th November to be held in the Dunedin community gallery, 20 Princes St.
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Don McEwan
September 7
John Brimble
September 10
John Drummond
September 11
John Gallaher
September 17
Susan Schweigman
September 24
Join Date
Carole Adair
September 1, 2011
11 years
Anna Thomas
September 10, 2012
10 years
Cameron Olsen
September 12, 2016
6 years
Greg. Angell
September 12, 1995
27 years
Leslie Green
September 12, 1974
48 years
Steve Hydes
September 15, 2011
11 years
Programme Jul-Sept
This has been circulated and can be downloaded here. An excellent tool to use to invite guests to our meetings and events.
Conference/Accommodation
Reminder that the very first District 9999 Conference will be held in Oamaru over the weekend 24-26 March 2023. More details on the website www.rotary9999conference.org.nz/programme
Lynne Guy is co-ordinating accommodation (Bella Vista Motel) for the club so if you wish to join in the fun, contact Lynne lguy@nzsta.org.nz
(photo-Gordon)
Nice to have some of Alistairs family at last weeks meeting to share the occasion with him - even if they "ambushed" him by secretly arriving at the venue!
It has been eight weeks since "The Dish Cafe" changed to a Vegetarian menu, which has given us (or those of us who wish to) time to try some of the "different" items.
A reminder that the committee organising the Incognito Art fundraiser for club projects including the centennial projects at Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Rotary Park, are still seeking donations of A4 artworks. These will be displayed and sold anonymously - Some of the artists may be high profile professionals, some may be semi professional , e.g may belong to an art club, some may be well known public figures, but not known for being an artist, and some of the artists could be anyone! Do you have any artistic contacts who you could approach regarding donating a piece of their work? A4 customwood "blanks" are available from Brian Daniels 
