The Paying it Forward presentation at last week’s meeting was very informative, with Andre, Jarrad (students) and Gaby (youth chaperone) telling us about their experiences. Andre, who is an exchange student from Brazil, found it to be an enjoyable experience and particularly liked meeting the locals and experiencing their lifestyle. Jarrad enjoyed meeting and helping new people, whilst Gaby enjoyed being part of the village. Lyn (Jarrad’s mother) thanked the club for giving her son the opportunity for a fantastic experience. Kellie spoke about the plan for the next three years as the previous project has now been completed. She told us that the plan is to erect Kindergartens and a Primary school on three other islands. There are expressions of assistance from three other clubs in the north east and the ultimate goal is for Paying it Forward to become a recognised District project.This year there will be two groups; years 9 & 10 in July and 11/12 in November. There are already 10 nominations for November. Rod Bramich announced he wouldn’t be going this year although will continue to help out with the organisational details. Rod has put the call out for members to think about becoming chaperones to assist