Starting with the old cliche "this member needs no introduction" I am pleased to be able to announce that Mike Collins has agreed to be the President Elect. At our most recent meeting at the Pakuranga Sailing Club Mike gave a brief report on his and Kim's Covid experience. Like many of us Mike took the opportunity created by the lack of overseas travel to get to know New Zealand better. He renewed his scuba diving certification, was appointed an industry advisor for pest managemnt and made some major lifestyle changes, most especially around diet that has seen him get back to a weight which both he and his Doctor see as a much more healthy place to be. A spell of grandchildren minding and some enforced time away from the business has resulted in further life changes involving a reduction in hours to be spent working and a change in location and residence. With a new section, a house to sell and a new build to plan Mike and Kim have exciting times ahead. These changes will not impact negatively on Mikes Rotary involvement and his work as President and I am sure the club will be looking forward to his term. |