update from the AGM

The Society held its Annual General Meeting on 19th May.  Nineteen attendees were welcomed in person and on Zoom.   The business of receiving Chairperson’s Report and Finance Statements was done, and the meeting approved the annual subscription rate to remain at $25.  Officers on your committee were bolstered with the election of new member Deborah Widdowson.  Welcome Deborah, we hope you enjoy committee time as much as visits to the island with husband and children.

‍The meeting noted the retirement of our long-standing Honorary Treasurer, Nattu Nataraj, after twelve years of dedicated service. Nattu has done significant work for the Society, carrying out his role with the minimum of fuss but ready to react to the somewhat uneven requirements for items of expenditure.   He also volunteered on many work trips to the island often bringing friends along.  Thank you for your brilliant service Nattu and best wishes for many happy times with extended family and growing grandchildren.

The search for a replacement Treasurer is underway. If you’d like to hear more about the role or to recommend a suitable candidate, please get in touch with Chairperson John Stewart on email mrsadmin@motuora.org.nz

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