THE DIARY July 2018

SOCIAL CALENDARJULYFri 6 Dancing with Mozart Ballet & DinnerTues 10 Winter Lecture: Archaeology Under The Northern ClubWed 11 Members’ Lunch: with Tim MurphyFri 13 Parisienne Night Market & Bastille Day DinnerTues 17 Winter Lecture: What Does Wellness Looks Like?Thurs 19 A Sensory Culinary WorkshopFri 20 Herzog Estate Wine DinnerThurs 26 End of Month Happy HourFri 27 Members’ Lunch: Achieving Financial Freedom with Hannah McQueenTues 31 Winter Lecture: Where Will the New Silk Road Lead?

AUGUSTThurs 2 The Craig Heatley Story with Sir John Key - Book Launch & Dinner - SOLD OUTTues 7 Professional Women’s Lunch: with Deborah, Lady Chambers QCWed 8 Winter Lecture: Le Quesnoy Museum with Herb FarrantSat 11 Celine Dion Pre-ConcertSun 12 Celine Dion Pre-ConcertTues 14 Celine Dion Pre-ConcertWed 15 Bubbles & Blockchain with Associate Professor Alex SimsThurs 16 Truffle DinnerTues 21 Power Hour Lunch with Hon. Judith Collins MP Winter Lecture with Professor Stephen Hoadley: Is Brexit the Beginning of the End or a New Beginning?Sat 25 All Blacks vs Australia Pre-Game FunctionSun 26 Bob Dylan Pre-ConcertThurs 30 An Evening with Jane Fonda End of Month Happy Hour

SEPTEMBERWed 5 Winter Lecture: Secret SAS Missions in AfricaMon 10 P!nk Pre-ConcertWed 12 Professional Women’s Lunch with Nilima Chowdhury

The Club is hosting two bespoke events to honour France ahead of Bastille Day.Secure your ticket to a night in Paris!

Parisienne Night MarketFriday 13 July, 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Gather your friends and colleagues and join us for a traditional Parisienne NightMarket inspired by the wonderful food markets of France. Taste your way through traditional French gastronomic delicacies and fine French wine while being transported by lively entertainment.$79.50 per person includes substantial French finger food & wine tasting

Bastille Day Dinner: Members’ Dining RoomFriday 13 July, 7:00pm

Experience a food revolution with dinner in the Members’ Dining Room.A bespoke menu has been curated for the occasion - a delectable four-course French menu paired with wine and live French music.To round off the evening, an entertaining after-dinner talk by French expat,Frank Ridon, on Macron, a bit of geo-politics and a touch of rugby, followed by the rousing La Marseillaise.$118.00 per person includes four-course dinner with wines

Members’ Lunch with Tim Murphy, NewsroomWednesday 11 July, 12:45pm

Have you secured your spot? Limited spaces are left!Bring along clients and colleagues for what will be an insightful and entertaining lunch with Tim Murphy, Newsroom.co.nz founder and former editor-in-chief of the NZ Herald.Tim will discuss the state of the New Zealand media and whether journalism sites that are free, paid or a mixture of both will be the answer to ensuring Kiwis get the information and insights they need.$39.50 per person includes a main course lunch with wine, coffee and petit fours

R E L A X , N E T W O R K & B E E N T E R T A I N E D

President’s LetterAt our 149th AGM last month in addition to electing me your new President and John McElhinney Vice President, we also confirmed the Committee as follows: Stephen Leavy, Dr Arthur Morris, Hon. Justice Paul Davison, Craig Ganley JP, Jacqui Bensemann, Andrew Christie, Fletcher Pilditch, Monique Cairns andHamish Edgar.

Our Committee has an excellent cross section of skills, age and ability; we are all committed to creating a strong and happy Club. I’ve valued the support and encouragement of Trustees and the Committee as Vice President and look forward to leading the Club for the next

two years. I am pleased to introduce two new Committee members, Monique Cairns and Hamish Edgar. Monique is an emerging independent director on the Lotto, NZ Homes Loans and SPCA board. She runs a consultancy, working with businesses on strategy, marketing and communications Hamish manages a private funds management and private equity investment business in New Zealand. Before this he was based in London working as hedge fund portfolio manager. Hamish returned three years ago with his wife Victoria and two daughters.

Members may not know how hard Committee members work. Their commitment includes meeting at least twice a month and often sitting on other sub-committees like membership and finance to ensure the good health of the Club. There are no perks or benefits and most of the Committee spend many years serving the Club.

There are many reasons people join the Club, and one of the things Past Presidents have reinforced to the Committee over the years is that the Club should feel like a home away from home, where all members should feel comfortable.

To be a strong and healthy club means increasing the membership and attracting young members is especially important for our future. I am proud that both my sons who are under 30 have recently joined. I hope they get the pleasure that I know so many of you have in the years to come and develop the strong friendships that I enjoy and that I see others enjoying at the Club.

Another way we increase our membership is through introducing our friends to the Club. Some members maintain friendships through their membership, friendships from school, work and life, and that’s been one of the successes of the Northern Club. It’s one of the things that makes our Club feel like a family.

To be a strong and healthy Club also means creating reasons for members to visit. Last month we hosted 200 for a pre-match function before being coached to the All Blacks vs France game; 40 attended an extraordinary Winter Lecture with principal ballerina and Royal New Zealand Ballet Artistic Director Patricia Barker sharing her fascinating dancing career and vision for the ballet; 30 women members enjoyed lunch with TV3 journalist and AM host Amanda Gillies; 40 experienced a special wine tasting with the Alsace Trimbach family.

I spoke at the AGM that it was very important that all our Members feel that the Club is another home for them, meets their expectations and is a place to relax and enjoy good company, good food and wine. We are all committed to keeping the Club relevant, your views matter, so do keep in touch. Our management are always there for you and if you wish to reach me directly, my email is vcarter@xtra.co.nz.

I look forward to meeting you all, and to those I don’t know, please introduce yourself - the more people we know, the more connected we feel, and the more we create a relaxed and friendly environment.

Warm wishes,

Victoria Carter ONZM

Power Hour Lunchwith Hon Judith Collins MPTuesday 21 August, 12:45pm - 2.00pm

Join Member, Hon Judith Collins, National Member of Parliament for Papakura and a former Government Minister under Sir John Key and Bill English, for a stimulating power hour.Thoughtful and known for her hard work, Judith will share insights on her political journey, including holding some of the highest portfo-lios on investigation and clearance by the Serious Fraud Office and recently has seen her appear on the preferred Prime Minister’s list. This will be a fantastic client entertainment opportunity.Book your table now. $39.50 per person includes a main course lunch with wine, coffee and petit fours

NOTA BENEThe Billiard Room is closed from 4 July until 23 July for essential repairs. Our apologies in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.

Victoria Carter ONMZ & John McElhinney

Truffle DinnerThursday 16 August, 7:00pm

It’s no secret that indulging in truffles evokes feelings of decadence, luxury and a little bit of gluttony but all for the right reasons! Live a little and join us for our very special and exclusive Truffle Dinner. Our head chef has curated a stunning four-course dinner encompassing the very best New Zealand truffles from Amuri Truffiere. French Chef and Food Stylist, Arno Jullien will share his passion and knowledge of truffles and show his tips and tricks for using this delicacy at home.$135 per person includes four-course dinner with wine to match

A Sensory Culinary WorkshopThursday 19 July, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

French Chef and Food Stylist, Arno Jullien will take you on a culinary journey of surprising and exciting food pairings that will blow your mind. Chefs like Arno are using scientific research to create a new range of sensory experiences, stimulating all our senses with a focus on our five primary tastes (sweet, salty, sour, bitter and umami). Bring some pizzazz to your next dinner party with new flavour combinations discovered in this workshop – and our wine expert will teach you how to match each flavour with a perfectly balanced wine.$50 includes five sensory tastings and wines to match

Herzog Estate Wine Dinnerwith Hans & Therese HerzogFriday 20 July, 7:00pm

Join us for a dinner showcasing Hans Herzog Estate, one of New Zealand’s most treasured and truly artisan wineries. Hans Herzog himself – one of the most respected winemakers with more than 40 vintages of winegrowing under his belt – will talk guests through their story. A few wines from their impressive catalogue of over 25 different bottlings will be tasted over dinner – showing the real skill that it takes to create world class wines from a very diverse rangeof varieties.A carefully matched menu, with some unique European touches promises to be an outstanding evening of food and wine.$135.00 per person includes a four-course dinner with matched Hans Herzog wines

Members’ Lunch with Hannah McQueenenableMe, Financial Personal TrainerFriday 27 July, 12:45pm

Join us for a valuable lunch with Member, Hannah McQueen, founder of enableMe and one of the country’s leading commentators on personal finance.Hannah is a financial force of nature that is driven by a desire to make New Zealanders smarter about money and has built a career on her ability to help them get ahead.Hear from Hannah on the home truths about money, how to kill your mortgage and achieve financial freedom. $39.50 per person includes a main course lunch with wine, coffee and petit fours

THE NORTHERN CLUB

19 Princes Street, Auckland 1010 | PO Box 4291 Auckland 1140, New Zealand | Phone +64 9 379 4755 thenorthernclubnz | | www.northernclub.co.nz

Members’ Events: cathy@northernclub.co.nz Reservations: anita@northernclub.co.nz Communications: alexandra@northernclub.co.nz

NOMINEESMr Gregg BehrensMr Daniel Bidois MPMr Timothy Boyle

ANNUAL GAME DINNERReflections on our annual Game Dinner in June where the Wintergarden was transformed into a luxe hunting lodge.

Guests were treated to a four-course bespoke game menu accompanied by perfectly paired wines.

Passionate game cook, Yvette Hall, shared her tips and tricks on how to prepare your catch at home. A great evening had by all.

We’re already looking forward to next year!

Photography: Tabitha Jessop

Archaeology Under the Northern ClubPresented by Glen Farley: Tuesday 10 JulyThe recent works for the Bankside project have revealedarchaeological features that have illuminated parts of the Club’sfascinating history and development. Head archaeologist of theproject Glen Farley will discuss elements including the early history of the surrounding land, the phases of construction anddevelopment, and results of the archaeological excavation.

What Does Wellness Look Like?Presented by Emily McRae, Health PsychologySpecialist/Director of the Well Hub: Tuesday 17 JulyThrough her decade of work and research in health psychology, Emily will discuss what ‘keeping well’ looks like and how we can proactively achieve wellness in an increasingly chaotic and busy world. Emily will discuss techniques and tools to manageongoing life stressors, increase productivity, sleep better, manage the elusive ‘work-life’ balance and find calm amongst chaos.

China: Where Will the New Silk Road Lead?Presented by Prof. Stephen Hoadley: Tuesday 31 JulyBeijing’s initiative to connect China to Europe is bold. It hasprovoked admiration for the finance it promises but alsoscepticism about the longer-term negative consequences for borrowers. It also appears to indirectly challenge the post-WWII role of the United States in Asia, with possible destabilisation of the hegemonic consensus that underpins Pacific rim prosperity. Professor Stephen Hoadley, an annual Northern Club speaker, will set the geo-political stage and sketch China’s role in it.

Le Quesnoy Museum: A Tribute to NZ TroopsPresented by Herb Farrant: Wednesday 8 AugustLe Quesnoy is a town of special significance in NZ’s military history. On 4 November 1918, 14,500 New Zealanders helped liberate the small town, saving the lives of its 3000 residents. Today, to recognise the service and sacrifice of this battle and the 85,000 New Zealanders who served with merit and distinction in two world wars, the NZ War Memorial Museum Trust has pur-chased an acre of Gendarmerie property in Le Quesnoy. Found-er General Secretary of the project, Herb Farrant will share the Trust’s ambitious and gallant mission to raise $15 million to bring the project to life which will include a museum of memorabil-ia and accommodation for family and descendants of the Kiwi soldiers who spilled their blood for France.

Mr Paul ChappelMr Matthew CrockettMr Paul Doole

Ms Isabel FenwickMr John Greenberg

Ms Kanta LalaMr Paul Quinn

IN MEMORIAMLt Gerald Ryan ONZM