The Embassy
of Israel in New Zealand had quite the busy week last week! Led by Ambassador
to New Zealand Dr Itzhak Gerberg, a delegation from the embassy traveled to
Hawke’s Bay and met with some local businesses, attended several receptions,
gave a radio interview and even had the chance to meet with the Mayor of
Central Hawke’s Bay.
In a bid
to meet some “real Kiwis” and boost relations and trade, the journey began with
a stop-off at Vet Services and a meeting with GM Richard Hilson. A radio
interview with Hawke’s Bay Central FM meant a lively discussion about the
Middle East, New Zealand attitudes towards the region and the prospects for
peace.
A reception, organized by Hawke’s Bay Friends of Israel
Chairman Mr. John McCormick, took place that evening. The event featured a
wonderful performance by world-class Israeli Cellist Inbal Megiddo. The
following day, the Ambassador met with the Mayor of Central Hawke’s Bay Alexandra
Walker to discuss water management and water system design before a speech at the Institute of International Affairs
at the Havelock North club.
That evening brought about another reception for the celebration of Israeli’s
70th Independence Day with Pastor Nigel Woodley and the Flaxmere
Christian Fellowship in Hastings. The lovely event featured a brilliant
rendition of the Israeli National Anthem “Hatikva” played on a bagpipe. (You can watch a clip from the performance here).
Ambassador Gerberg extends his heartfelt thanks
to the people of Hawke’s Bay and everyone who participated in and helped
arrange all the wonderful meetings and events.
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