8 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 28, ISSUE 1 - 2022 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 c l u b l i f e : R O T O R U A C I T I Z E N S C L U B Rotorua Citizens Club staff have worked diligently to ensure that the club is a safe place to socialise during the Covid pandemic. When new rules came in requiring proof of vaccination to enter the premises, the Manager of Rotorua Citizens Club, Tanya Anderson, used their membership card entry system, already in place, to easily fulfil the club’s legal responsibilities. “We simply voided every existing membership card and asked members to come to the club and show their vaccination pass, then we reactivated them to the vaccination expiry date,” Tanya says. The staff have worked diligently to ensure that the club is a safe place to socialise, though with the uncer tainties of changing aler t levels and traffic lights Tanya admits it hasn’t been easy. Basically, it’s a case of thinking outside the square she says and with a great team on board, club life has continued on with as little disruption as possible. The club boasts an upstairs accommodation facility which Tanya says offers a high standard of cleanliness in a situation second-to-none in terms of being right in the hear t of the town, yet safe and secure and at prices that make a stay in Rotorua very affordable. “We have 18 units, with a mix of separate selfcontained double and family motel style rooms, as well as a bunk-in space for larger groups or teams. “Clubs NZ members receive a special discount and at $95 for a room for two, I think you won’t find anything better value for money in this town.” Since taking up the role Tanya has worked hard to open the club’s doors of the club to members and visitors alike with a focus on communication with members, areas of improvement (par ticularly updating technology) and informing members of club news. Her outside the box thinking has also led to a service supplying and delivering meals from their restaurant. The club also contributes outside its doors into the community, something of which Tanya says they are very proud. “We are the community and the community is us. We have suppor ted: The Lions Club, Rotorua Hospice, NZ Police Guild Trust, Cancer Society, Rotorua Hospital Chaplaincy, Neighbourhood Suppor t, Women’s Refuge, Central Pride Rugby League and the Miss Rotorua Foundation which has produced a show on TVNZ Gowns and Geysers. “This foundation has moved into the space of empowering women and preparing them for Rotorua Citizens - thinking outside the box Sue Russell employment and we will be working in par tnership with them.” The popular karaoke events happen twice a week and a weekly newsletter keeps everyone up to speed on for thcoming shows. The enter tainment quality is so high that Tanya says visitors from other clubs enjoy attending. The local Blues and Jazz club plays at the venue once a month and Tanya has secured top groups such as T J & Huri, The Harmonic Resonators and Origin Roots Aotearoa to perform while touring. Again this year, the Club will host the 17th Clubs NZ National Trout Fishing Competition in November with over $20,000 wor th of prizes. Lakeview Golf and Country Club is a unique free-draining 18 hole, par 72 course with undulating fairways and challenging greens. Enjoy stunning views of Lake Rotorua, Mokoia Island and surrounding countryside. Hazards include bunkers and native bush-clad gorges. 704 State Highway 5, Tarukenga, Rotorua 07 357 2341 lakeviewgolf.co.nz info@lakeviewgolf.co.nz Phone: 0800 828 645 Sales: sales@vatclean.co.nz We are proud to support Rotorua Citizen and many other affiliated clubs providing a number of our services listed below Deep fryer cleaning | New oil supply | Waste oil removal | Cleaning of Extractor Systems | Kitchen Cleans Visit our website for more information: www.vatclean.co.nz Fenton Quality Produce250 Fenton Street, Victoria, Rotorua 3010 Phone- 07-348 1442 E-mailfentonproduce@vodafone.co.nz www.fentonproduce.co.nz This competition draws anglers from throughout the country. Asked what makes Rotorua Citizens Club just so special Tanya has to give credit to the people. “It’s impor tant that the Board and Management have a great working relationship and know their roles. It is very sad to see Clubs/RSA’s close over the years and covid has cer tainly hit clubs hard the last couple of years. An intergenerational succession plan is a must. Attracting younger members and families to continue this legacy. “Our club has been operating since 1926 we are only the gate keepers for our stint. Setting up for generations to come, like those before us.” Rotorua Citizens Club offers high quality, affordable accommodation.
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