June 2024

June already! I hope you all are keeping warm and healthy with the change of season. June 1 st
annually is World Milk Day. Even though I have been working either directly or indirectly in the dairy industry for 30 years I didn’t really know much about World Milk Day, so I looked it up. World Milk Day was established in 2001 by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations.
The purpose is to recognise the importance of milk as a global food, and to celebrate the dairy sector. The 2024 theme was focussing on celebrating the role dairy plays in delivering quality nutrition. Milk is an essential part of balanced diets around the world. It ranks as a top five source for 23 of the 29 essential nutrients within the global food system. Milk supplies 7% of global calories and contributes 12% of the world’s protein intake. It is a critical source of many essential nutrients, including 48% of dietary calcium, 24% of Vitamin B2, 18% of lysine, and over 10% of several other key vitamins and amino acids, such as vitamins A, B5, and B12, phosphorus, and potassium.
We know dairy is a large and important part of Taranaki’s economy. Did you know that 95% of dairy products produced in New Zealand is exported, and 70% of New Zealand dairy farms are owner operated.

Thanks to all that participated in our Pink Ribbon Brunch and raffle fundraiser for Karrissa Ririkore’s cancer treatment costs. And special thanks to Linda and the Tairoa team for the catering and use of their beautiful venue. We managed to raise $320 for Pink Ribbon and $405 to support Karrissa.
Great work everyone. Tara Mckerrow spoke from the heart on Karrissa’s cancer journey. Gave us a lot to think about, especially about asking more questions when it comes to our healthcare; know
your breast cancer risk; access to BRCA gene testing and results; and how underfunded cancer care can be. Our club is in a position to push forward change. As a club we can discuss if we want to put together a resolution to address some of the issues Tara raised. Please reach out if you want to help with a resolution. We have a few months to put one together. If you weren’t at the brunch but still want to support Karrissa her give a little page is: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-us-get-karrissa-
private-oncologist-treatment

Wasn’t it great to see our past member, Jacq Dwyer, receive the King’s Service Medal for services to the community in the King’s Birthday honours. She really is an inspiration with how much effort in her own time she puts into preserving the history of the South Taranaki region. Jacq is the chair of the Pātea Community Board, president of the Pātea Historical Society, an author, and historian. Make sure you congratulate her when you next see her.

Please continue to respond in a timely manner each month as to whether you will be at the dinner meeting. It makes it easier for our dinner convenor, and Trish at SomeDay to plan.

Tip for the month: Eight tips this month around Women’s health:
1. Make and keep your regular check ups and screenings with your healthcare providers
2. Eat a balanced diet
3. Stay active
4. Manage stress
5. Get enough sleep
6. Stay hydrated
7. Know your family history
8. Stay informed – advocate for your own health and wellbeing.

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