2008 Selection Weekend

Selection Weekend was held at the Kokako Lodge. The applicants for 2009 exchanges were joined by the Inbound Students and returned exchange students. It was another excellent opportunity for young people from New Zealand and Overseas to meet and discover the many things that they have in common. The exchange applicants were briefed on the Youth Exchange Program and provided with information and tips essential for a successful exchange

Exchange Student Reunion

A group of rebounders from 2003 to 2007 together with the inbounders in April to share their exchange experiences and maintain that common bond of a Rotary Exchange. A most entertaining evening with many stories told - but were they all true?

2007 Rebound Students

Our 2007 Outbound students arrived back form their exchange in January and caught up with each other for the exchange Debrief meeting. There was much conversation and many stories to be told. The common theme was that it was a great year away with so many new experiences and many friends made from all around the world

2008 Outbound Students

Our 2008 Outbound students departed from Auckland Airport on 14 January. This years students will spend their year in Europe and South America. The students spent a few days in Los Angeles before travelling on to their host countries where they began this experience of a life time.

Auckland Day 2007

Auckland day introduces our inbound and outbound students to many of the civic functions of Auckland city - Morning tea with the mayor (in absentia) , a visit to police headquarters (including advice on "Staying Safe") and a visit to the Fire Service. These interesting visits familiarise our students with their city and also engender an awareness of the support services that are available.

South Island Trip 2007

Phil & Suzanne Sheat, together with 9920 inbound students joined with students from Rotary District 9940 for the annual South Island Trip which is part of the Inbound Student program

A contingent of 31 students enjoyed the adventure which over 14 days took them around the South Island from Abel Tasman Park, to Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mount Cook and Christchurch. There were many exciting activities included Kayaking, Trail Biking, Bungy Jumping, and LOTS of fun.

Marae Weekend 2007

Our annual Marae weekend was held at Ruapotaka Marae. The Inbound and Outbound students were treated to a very special cultural experience commencing with a Powhiri and then various cultural activities which included flax weaving, Waiata's, and a Haka. Outbound parents joined the students on the Sunday for a welcome on to the marae and the chance for the students to perform some of their new found maori cultural items. The weekend then concluded with a briefing on travel and insurance matters for outbound students. Our very special thanks to Kaumatua Jim Pene and the team at the Ruapotaka Marae.

D9920 Rotary Conference - Fiji

Several students, with the support of their host clubs, were lucky enough to attend the D9920 conference in Fiji. The highlight of the conference was seeing "Rotary in Action" and learning about the many Rotary projects in Fiji and the wider pacific region. The students were touched by the experiences to meet and interact with the local people. These experiences have opened the eyes and minds of our students to the world around them and the opportunity to follow avenues of service in the future.

2007 Challenge Week

Our Inbound Students were part of the team that assisted with this years Challenge Camp. This is a 5 day residential program for physically challenged youth. The week offers many social and educational activities with activities such as climbing and archery combined with motivational speakers, and social events such as a disco.

To apply for an exchange go to the "Forms" page, or for further information contact your local Rotary Club or the Outbound Coordinator via the "Contact Us" page