November 2024 Newsletter

Hi Everyone, here is your November 2024 Update. 

Funding News: • Successful Applications:

• $5,440 (Pub Charity) for a coaching boat.
• $10,000 (NZCT) towards the boat trailer.

• Pending Applications:

• $14,625 (TECT) for the boat trailer. If approved, we will need to source $4,625 to cover the shortfall. Sponsorship opportunities are available for this if you know someone who may be interested
• $15,440 (TabNZ) for a second coaching boat

Club Updates:Coaching & Equipment:

• Hairini and the Jack Abbot have been repaired, and one new coach boat should be ready for the summer camp.

Summer Camp:

• The Committee agreed to retain the full camp site for January 2025. External clubs may be invited to share costs.
• Transport assistance is needed—anyone with access to a truck or horse float is encouraged to contact the club.
• Please complete your Camp Registration Form as soon as possible and no later than 8th December https://forms.gle/P38VvvpkBvGykxLt9

Members Handbook: The Members Handbook is now available on the Club website under the Membership page https://taurangarowingclub.co.nz/members-handbook. This will be of particular interest to those new to rowing, or the club, but is also a good reminder to everyone of all things TRC and rowing.

Reminders for Members:

• Personal Belongings: Please remove all personal items from the changing rooms promptly. Items left behind will be disposed of.
• Volunteers Needed: Assistance is required for lounge maintenance, transport for summer camp, and upcoming events.

As always a huge thank you to all parents, teachers, coaches, and rowers for supporting our wonderful rowing club.

Richard van Dijk - Club President 021 047 2616 clubpresident@taurangarowingclub.co.nz