Huka Lodge, Taupo, was the magnificent venue for a gala dinner held in the presence of His Royal Highness The Earl of Wessex, Prince Edward.
Thursday 5 November 2009, 9:40AM
By The Huka Retreats
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The event was hosted by Alex van Heeren for members of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award World Fellowship, concluding a worldwide fundraising campaign held over two years: 21 events in 21 countries to celebrate two 21st anniversaries - the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and the World Fellowship. The fundraising results of this “21-2-21” series of events far exceeded expectations.
The occasion at Huka Lodge also coincided with the completion of Alex van Heeren’s 12 year tenure as Honorary Chairman of the World Fellowship and as an International Trustee; this role has now been taken over by Dr Trevor Carmichael QC from Barbados.
The superb menu featured the finest New Zealand produce and showcased Huka Lodge’s legendary hospitality for the guests, who had travelled from all over the world to attend. Wines from Huka Lodge’s sister property, Grande Provence Estate in South Africa, were also featured.