Government House Black Tie Dinner for Scouting

Government House Black Tie Dinner for Scouting Friends

Government House in Wellington is to be the scene of a Black Tie Dinner for friends and supporters of Scouting New Zealand, on Saturday 7 July. The dinner is to mark the launch of Centennial Year celebrations for Scouts worldwide.

The event provides an opportunity for attendees to:

* speak directly with the Leaders of Scouting NZ and to mix with Community and Political Leaders who continue to support Scouts

* learn about the new programmes and opportunities for contemporary Scouts

* reflect on what Scouts has learned in its 100-year history and celebrate the role that the Movement has in developing positive social values in young people

* review the range of corporate sponsorship opportunities which Scouting NZ presents

Speakers at the event include:

* Governor General Hon Anand Satyanand – Chief Scout in NZ

* MP, Dr Pita Sharples – Centennial Ambassador for Scouting NZ

* MP Paula Bennett – Opposition Spokesperson for the Community and Voluntary Sector

Proceeds from the fundraising event will go directly to Scouting NZ to develop their National Schools programme. Currently the National Schools programme includes:

* National Aviation School (including the Walsh Flying School)
* National Snow School
* National Mountaincraft School
* National Photography School
* National Canoe School
* National Caving School

A number of tickets are still available for tables of eight or for individuals.

ENDS

About Scouting New Zealand
Scouting is New Zealand 's leading and preferred youth movement. The Scouting movement includes a range of age-appropriate membership options for school age children through to young adults: Keas (6 – 8 yrs), Cubs (8 – 10 yrs), Scouts (10 - 14 yrs), Venturers (14 - 18 yrs), Rovers (18 – 26 yrs).

Scouting has included young women since 1980.

Scouting encourages its members to develop personal responsibility, positive self esteem and self confidence through participation in outdoor activities and national events.

The outdoor activities programme for Scouting has been developed to challenge young people in a safe and supportive environment. All activities are delivered under supervision through a network of Scouting staff and trained volunteers.

The Chief Scout in NZ is the Governor General, His Excellency Hon. Anand Satyanand, PCNZM. The Scouting movement began in 1907 and was established in New Zealand in 1908.

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