The Kiwanis Club of Taupo, New Zealand
"Serving the children of the World"
Welcome to the Kiwanis Club of Taupo. The Taupo Club was first formed in 1971 so is a well established Club, currently with 30 members. Choosing to join Kiwanis will allow you to actively participate in Club meetings and activities. Kiwanis is a global organisation of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.
We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at the Acacia Bay Community Hall, Wakeman Rd, Acacia Bay Taupo. Fellowship begins at 6.00pm followed by Dinner at 6.30pm. Interesting guest speakers are invited to speak on a variety of topics, followed by a short business meeting.
Taupo is blessed with World Class natural assets and a prime central location, and has therefore become known as the Event Capital of New Zealand. This results in the Kiwanis Club of Taupo having many opportunities to volunteer their help and in return being rewarded with funds which then go directly back into the Community.
Key Events for The Taupo Kiwanis Club are:
Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge. For many years the Taupo Kiwanis have marshalled for this event. Our members have almost taken ownership and have their favourite spots.
Kiwanis Teddy Bears Picnic. A truly rewarding experience when we give the Children of Taupo a day to remember. Entertainment is provided, spot prizes given and members and parents and children can dress up in theme.
Kiwanis Run/Walk for Fun. This event has just celebrated 30years. Individuals, teams, schools all pay to participate, they are transported by Kiwanis out to Acacia Bay and then walk or run back into Town. St John and another chosen charity benefit from this event. A very popular project.
How you fit in:
Kiwanis is like a Jigsaw Puzzle, where all the pieces are designed to fit together.
Clubs: you are a member, where policies, club projects, fun and fellowship are handled on a local level by a Board of Directors, which every member has the opportunity to be part of.
Division 9 – Six clubs in this division, Taupo, Roto Whenua, Tokoroa, Whakatane, Gisbourne and Napier. A Division 9 project gives you the opportunity to work with other clubs on a specific project and with inter-club meetings you gain an insight on how other clubs operate and enjoy a wider fellowship.
Disticts: Kiwanis International has more than 50 Districts located around the Globe. Division Nine is part of the New Zealand - South Pacific District. A District comprises at least 1000 members. The volunteer power of all Clubs working together organising and maintaining important ongoing services is our aim and objective.
Kiwanis International: The International Office is a resource. Through the Kiwanis magazine and the 'Member' section of our Web site http://www.kiwanis.org/. Kiwanis International serves as a clearinghouse for some of the most exciting and rewarding projects happening around the globe and in our community.
For more detail visit the Web site, or for personal contact, please phone Barbara Arthurs 07- 378-0917 or 07- 378-7380 or call free on Ph: 0800 KIWANIS (0800 549-2647)
Page last updated 4th October, 2009