Earlier this month, Auckland played host to an inspiring District Changeover Event for Rotary District 9920. Held at the scenic waterfront venue, the event was a testament to the vibrant spirit and unwavering commitment of Rotary members from across the district. Members and leaders gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year and welcome new leadership.
Immediate Past District Governor Vineeta Nand took the stage to reflect on the achievements of the past year 2023-2024. Under her leadership, District 9920 had made significant strides in various initiatives, from local community projects to international aid efforts. The event also served as an opportunity to recognise and honor the dedication of individual Rotarians and Rotary Clubs within the District. Awards were presented for exceptional service, innovative projects, and outstanding contributions to the Rotary mission.
List of awards:
BILL & LORNA BOYD TROPHY
Rotary Club of Drury Inc - Awarded to the Club with the best per Capita Rotary Foundation giving for the current Rotary Year
COLTY ATTENDANCE CUP
Rotary Club of Pago Pago - Awarded to the club with the best attendance at District Conference based on a formula which recognises club sizes and their distance from the conference venue.
GRATTAN O'CONNELL TROPHY
Rotary Club of Pukekohe - Awarded to the Club with the best per Capita Polio Plus giving for the current year
CHANGEMAKER TROPHY
Rotary Club of Downtown Auckland Inc - Also known as the San Jose cup, awarded to the club that makes the most effort to reactivate, have a makeover, or to freshen up including a review of the highest net increase in membership numbers.
JACK SMALLFIELD BULLETIN AWARD
Rotary Club of Papakura - Presented by Jack Smallfield and awarded for the Best Club Bulletins, produced annually, based on specific criteria which has changed. (refer to www.9920bulletinawardrotarysouthpacific.org)/ rotarydistrict9920.org
PROJECT EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Rotary Club of Suva Peninsula Sunset - Awarded for a District Club Project impact on non-rotarians, relative to the size and resources of the club.
PUBLICITY IN ACTION AWARD
Rotary Club of Pakuranga - Awarded for the best public relations initiative that a Rotary Club in the District undertakes within the Rotary Year.
TWINNING TROPHY
Rotary Club of Auckland Harbourside Inc - Awarded to Rotary Clubs in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands to encourage them to work together for the greater good of their communities, with priority given to Sister Clubs working together.
RANGITOTO TROPHY
Rotary Club of Savusavu - Awarded to the Rotary Club in RI District 9920 that has completed the most significant environmental project within the Rotary year.
THE DR CATHERINE HAMELIN AWARD
Dr Max Morris - Presented to a Rotarian in District 9920 who has shown outstanding Rotary Service to the Community
BERT DREAVER ROTARY TROPHY
Rotary Club of Pago Pago - Awarded for the most significant achievement by a Rotarian or Rotary Club with regard to the furtherance of Rotaract within the Rotary Year.
DISTRICT GOVERNOR'S AWARD FOR PROJECT EXCELLENCE
Rotary Club Botany Downs
DISTRICT GOVERNOR’S AWARD
Ainia Kwok
GOLF TROPHY FOR DISTRICT 9920 CONFERENCE
No event this year
PACIFIC ISLAND ATTENDANCE SHIELD
Conference held in Pacific Islands
NZ Clubs 9920 Conference Attendance Shield
Rotary Club of Papatoetoe Central - Attendance shield for District Conference 9920
AUCKLAND HARBOURSIDE CUP BEST ROTARACT CLUB
Rotaract Club of Suva - Best Rotaract Club