Celebrating Service Through Community … here’s what has happened in the last month and what’s to come ! At Volunteers Great Lake Taupō, our focus is on the organisations that serve our community — and the people who give their time and energy to make those services possible.

We’ll be adding clarity and structure to our strategic direction, and of course doing our best to continue delivering consistent support across Taupō, Tūrangi and Mangakino.

Though for now … it’s time to thinking about how we can celebrate our Volunteers and Member Organisations … and one of the ways we do this is with our Annual Volunteer Service Awards.

Please navigate over to our Events page for more information on the Awards and the Nominations.

Getting Your Board Onboard: A Practical Guide to Governance

Are you ready to strengthen your organization’s board? Join us for a workshop that will dive deep into the principles of effective governance! Whether you have new trustees or long-standing members, it’s essential to align everyone on roles, responsibilities, and communication. This workshop is your opportunity to assess your board’s practices, celebrate successes, and develop an actionable plan to take your governance to the next level!

✨ Key Workshop Highlights

During this session, we’ll cover:

✅ Governance Models – Assess your current board structure and determine if it aligns with your needs.

✅ Roles & Responsibilities – Clarify who does what, and how to manage blurred lines in governance.

✅ Best Practice Governance – Learn what makes great boards thrive and how your board can improve.

✅ Trustee Expectations – Understand what’s expected of trustees and how to review their performance regularly.

✅ Succession Planning – Ensure smooth transitions for board members and create a proactive succession plan.

✅ Strategic Planning Overview – Discover how strategic and operational plans differ and what makes a solid strategy.

💬 Feedback from Previous Participants

“A highly engaging session. We identified gaps and developed solutions to strengthen our board.”

“This was one of the best governance workshops I’ve attended – informative and enjoyable!”

📅 Workshop Details

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025

⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Venue: Taupō – more details on booking

💸 Cost: Typically $950 per organization, but thanks to BayTrust, Bay of Plenty organizations can attend for just $400 (incl GST)!

👥 Who Should Attend?

This workshop is perfect for organizations looking to enhance their governance! We recommend that:

At least 80% of trustees attend

Your General Manager, CEO, Operations Manager, or equivalent is also present

🔑 Space is Limited – Don’t Miss Out!

For more information or to secure your spot, contact Gillian at gillian@exult.co.nz or call 07 571 8819.

Let’s make governance work for you! 🌟

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