"We are proud members of Rotary International where we can serve our community and those needing help across the world. We enjoy meeting together for meals and mutual service in the convivial company of other Rotarians. "
Record of Attendance:
Apologies: Alan (Qld), Rosie, Len,
Guests: DG Paul Thomas AM, Meredith Westbrook
Late:
Zoom:
Toast to the people of Australia
Chair
International Toast
Peter Shaw
Heads & Tails
Brian White
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Secretary Report
Lyn
Treasurer's report
Len
hip operation today
Community report
Ros
Tennyson Dunes @ 18 Sept
Meals on Wheels
(refer to Events)
Christmas Fun for Kids meeting
International report
Ken
DIK working bee on 17 September @0900-1230
Car pool, see Ken & Andrew/Ros
afterwards @ Slug'n'Lettuce
please sign in Events Folder
Youth report
Robin
Science & Engineering Challenge (Ken & Andrew)
Program
Neil - 13 September: DG Paul's official visit
(refer to Speakers)
I have on behalf of Rotary District 9510 expressed condolences on the sad news that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away. The Queen demonstrated extraordinary dedication and commitment to duty throughout her 70-year Reign and did so with a graceful strength and admirable determination.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II demonstrated – “Service above Self”, making that commitment on her twenty first birthday.
In 2013 Rotary International recognised Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with the prestigious Rotary International Award of Honour.
I am sure you share with me in recognising her passing and our expression of sympathy to His Majesty King Charles III and the other members of the Royal Family.
The Prime Minister has announced that the National Day of Mourning will be observed on Thursday 22 September with a Public Holiday. There are no formal requirements to suspend events on the National Day of Mourning.
Any decision to suspend an event is that of the event organiser. There are a number of clubs within our district that meet on Thursday.
As District Governor, I will not undertake any club visits or attend events on that day of the National Day of Mourning.
However, the decision to suspend Rotary meetings and events, will be vested with those respective club leaders and event organisers as per the Commonwealth Government declaration.
Among the most frequently invoked words shared over the past few days has been “duty”, “steadfast”, “wise” and “constant”, but mention has also been made of her sense of humour, and of her life and role as a mother and grandmother as well as a monarch.
As Rotarians, we identify with these qualities, remembering the Four Way Test – while keeping our respective families close to heart.
Rotary Club of Cartagena, D4271, Colombia, Chartered 1930 with 40 members who meet Tuesdays at 7.30pm at Club Cartagena BocaGrande. President is Rafael Navarro Espana
ROTARY CLUB BUSINESS
Secretary (Lyn)
Nothing to report
Treasurer: (Len)
We got billed for 30 members from District invoicing but only have 28 members. Will follow up next week when District Governor visits.
Community Report: (Ros)
Nothing new to report
International Report: (Ken)
Andrew and Ken carpooling for DIK 17 September with lunch at Slug & Lettuce
Fundraising: (Gary)
Thanks for a successful Bunnings BBQ last Saturday raising profit of $1800.
Bunnings congratulated clean up team on excellent job
Youth: (Robyn)
Rypen – received two from St Michael’s College and one from Nazareth College
Other Business:
Federal Grant submitted for $2900 for gazebos/ice boxes/tables
Vocation & Environment (Alison)
Monarto Zoo – 9am – 1pm
9am meet at Wild Africa entrance, 623 Monarto Road (opposite house with blue roof). We will be met and shown where to drive vehicles into the area.
Lunch is NOT provided
Take Gloves, covered shoes/gumboots, water, hats etc.
Saturday night dinner at Murray Bridge Hotel, meal, and fellowship with 2 other clubs
Welcome back to Lyn, Denis, Charles. Welcome to our guests
Thank you to Alison for organising Monarto Zoo
Refer to upcoming events in folder
Guest Speakers/Activities: (Neil)
6 September – Scott Anderson – How to recruit young members
13 September – DG Paul Thomas AM (official visit)
20 September – Andrew DeGaris – End Polio
27 September – Matt Cowdrey AO MP – Gold Medal Paralympian
Guest Speaker: Scott Anderson
Scott, RCWL’s last inducted and its youngest member, spoke on how to recruit younger members. He also highlighted reasons why younger people are eschewing joining service and other clubs and organisations – a trend that has been happening over a number of years.
We need to identify the Cause as a narrative, as that will be more attractive than identifying the activity.
