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Rotary Club of West Lakes
 
 
 
 
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Agenda - 28 may

meeting #2433

 

6:30 pm

RCWL Invocation

 
"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 and guests."
 
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
Apologies: Alan, Susan, Ken, Jane, Sue, 

 
GUESTS:
Toast to the People of Australia 
International Toast 
Heads & Tails 
 
 

6:40 pm

program/guest speaker

  • Jo Hedges: The importance of dental care in Aboriginal health

7:00 pm

dinner

 

7:20 pm

reports

 
SECRETARY REPORT - vacant
  • Change-over dinner confirmed for Tuesday 25 June 6.00pm for 6.30pm at
    La Vita Ristorante - 342 Grange Road
 
TREASURER REPORT - Len
Done
  • 66% Changeover dinner payments received
  • donations made to:
    Foodbank
    Rotary Foundation (Centurion)
    RC Largs Bay (BBQ assistance)
Coming up
  • The Board set the price for Change-over Dinner
    @ Tuesday 25 June - see story below:
            $40 per head for members & partners.
            $55/head non-members.
            Funds go to Admin Account
            BSB 105 142
            Acc No 532006340
 
CLUB IMAGE & COMMUNICATION - Scott
Done
  • We have set up the Rotary Club of West Lakes LinkedIn group. 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14427644
    It's still a work in progress, but please join using the link above. 
  • We have an instagram page! 
    Search rotaryclubwestlakes on instagram to find us! 
  • Club Project survey has been sent out by email. Twenty two (22) responses so far - collating feedback.
Coming up
  • Review of Constitution and By-Laws with Ros continuing
To do
  • Any ideas from Club members always gratefully received.
 
COMMUNITY & FUNDRAISING - Ros 
Done
  • Abby has been out and about again - see her latest story below (hopefully piccies are alright).
    Thanks to all who have written post cards so far.
  •  
Coming up
  • Bunnings BBQ Monday 3 June - Please register in Events Folder
    Please check BBQ set-up if you can, it looks to have changed.
  • Next Carousel 29/30 June, note changed times for winter - please register.
  •  
To do
  • Save the Date: Christmas Fun for Kids, Sunday 1 December
 
INTERNATIONAL REPORT - Andrew 
Done
  • Two more tear-drop flags ordered from Fed Gov Grant. Now looking at RCWL banner (for use at Bunnings BBQ) to utilise the remainder of funds (and some)
  • AED tracking (District Grant) still chasing
    The code to use if anyone wants to is ANDE130224
  • Len has been chasing down West Lakes Shore Shopping Village proprietors to install an AED inside the centre.
Coming up
  • Anyone interested in attending RARE/DIK volunteer morning on a Saturday, please let Andrew know
  • End Polio Now - let's continue the fight
    Andrew is scheduled to speak at:
    RC Waikerie tbc
    RC Charles Sturt Grange tbc
To do
  • Eat more hommous for buckets to be converted to EPN donation receptacles!
 
VOCATION & ENVIRONMENT - Alison
Done
  • Thanks to all who participated in Blanket Revolution rolling. Blankets have been distributed
    Special thanks to NorthEast Dry Cleaners
  • Well done to Barbara for organising Recycle Sheets & Towels. We will definitely look at further opportunities.
Coming up
  •  
To do
  • Any suggestions for the Environment Committee are always welcome
 
YOUTH REPORT - Robin
Done
  • ntr
Coming up
  • West Lakes Shore School end of year break-up BBQ Tuesday 3 December - save the date
To do
  • ntr


president's report

  • District changeover will be a morning tea on Sunday 7 July. See District website for details.
  • Annual Report collation has started! Directors please provide reports by 3 June.
 
 
OTHER BUSINESS: 
 
Club visits or notices from visiting Rotarians
  •  
SERGEANT'S SESSION
 
 

the four way test

 
 

RI Theme:

 

YOUTH SERVICE

 
 
 

Monthly Committee - youth

Chair
7  May - Scott
14 May - Robin
21 May -  Brian MacD
28 May - Denis
 
 
Speakers
May 28, 2024
Jo Hedges
The importance of dental care in Aboriginal health
Jun 04, 2024
Jane Gascoigne
Australian Rotary Health
Jun 11, 2024
Raelene Donnell
Semaphore Surf Life Saving Club relationship with RCWL
Jun 18, 2024
Vicki Shearer
Mary Potter Hospice
Jun 25, 2024
Changeover Dinner
La Vita Ristorante Cafe at 342 Grange Road
Jul 02, 2024
President Scott
My year & Committees
View entire list
Upcoming Events
RCWL weekly meeting
Bartley Hotel
May 28, 2024 6:30 pm
 
Bunnings BBQ June
Bunnings Woodville
Jun 03, 2024
 
RCWL weekly meeting
Bartley Hotel
Jun 04, 2024 6:30 pm
 
RCWL weekly meeting
Bartley Hotel
Jun 11, 2024 6:30 pm
 
RCWL weekly meeting
Bartley Hotel
Jun 18, 2024 6:30 pm
 
RCWL weekly meeting
Bartley Hotel
Jun 25, 2024 6:30 pm
 
RCWL 2024/25 Changeover dinner
La Vita Restaurant
Jun 25, 2024
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 
Carousel June
Semaphore Carousel
Jun 29, 2024 – Jun 30, 2024
 
Bunnings BBQ July
Bunnings Woodville
Jul 01, 2024
 
View entire list
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Denis Ralph
May 5
 
Bill Singleton
May 17
 
Join Date
Brian White
May 1, 1985
39 years
 
Brian Thomas
May 4, 1988
36 years
 
Jane English
May 11, 2023
1 year
 
Ros De Garis
May 13, 2004
20 years
 
Robin Weissel
May 16, 2017
7 years
 
Yvonne Wilson
May 24, 2022
2 years
 
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Stories
Henry Rzemieniuk - vale
PP Henry died on Thursday aged 79.
 
Henry joined RCWL 1 March 1996 and left the Club due to family commitments in June 2021.
He was President in 2008/09, and achieved PHF +1 status (May 2008 & June 2021).
In his last year at the Club, Henry was Director of Fundraising & Special Events.
 
Death and Funeral notices attached.
 

 

 

 
 
PHF+1 award at 2021 Club Changeover
 
 
Flinders Ranges trip in a very dry May 2004.
 
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2024-05 Police Officer of the year
May 2024
Dear Rotary Club President / Secretary
                                                                                                                 
South Australia Police Officer of the Year 2024
The South Australia Police Officer of the Year Award has been a major annual vocational project of the Rotary Club of Unley each year since 1978.
 
The annual award recognises an outstanding and committed police officer who: displays high standards of professionalism; performs significant acts of courtesy, kindness, understanding or courage; or handles a complex and difficult situation with humanity. This may include significant off duty community volunteering.
 
SAPOL continues to serve the community with distinction and a worthy Police Officer may be known to you, your club’s members and their acquaintances.
 
Our search for the SA Police Officer of the Year for 2024 opens with nominations beginning on the 27st May 2024 and will close on Friday 12th July
Note that the award will also apply for years prior to 2024.
 
Your club’s support is sought to spread the word throughout your local area.  Nominations are received from organisations, service clubs, community groups and individuals from across the State of South Australia.  In the past we have received excellent nominations from Rotary clubs across the State.  All nominations will be considered by the Club and, following consultation with the Commissioner of Police, a recipient will be selected.
 
With the printable Poster attached, which publicise the event, can you forward it to your members and arrange, if possible, to have it displayed in prominent locations visible to the general public. 
 
Details of the award and nomination form may be found on the Unley Rotary website at http://www.unleyrotary.org.au.
 
This award will again be presented at a public ceremony at the Royal Adelaide Show on the 6th September 2024. This venue has brought to Rotary significant media exposure through radio interviews, television, and print.  Members of your club are most welcome to at-++ tend the event.  If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me.
 
We look forward to receiving any Nominations from your communities.
Yours in Rotary,
 
Chris Davis
Coordinator, SA Police Officer of the Year 2024
Rotary Club of Unley – D9510
PO Box 18
Unley SA 5061
E: chrisdavis52@outlook.com.au
T: 0421690859 
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Blanket Revolution - May
Brian White picked up a bundle of blankets from North East Dry Cleaners.
 
On Tuesday 21 May a willing group of members (see below) sorted into "human" and "non-human" packs.
 
 to  
 
 
 
 
Don't give up your day jobs!!!!
 
 
  
 
Yvonne took the "human" ones to PuddleJumpers, where they were gratefully received.
 
 
 
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RI Youth Exchange student Abby - 19 May
Ciao Ros! 
 
This weekend I was lucky enough to be taken to my host family’s holiday house in Sam Remo Liguria. 
 
 
We took the train on Friday night, and arrived at around 9, having what else than pasta for dinner of course. 
 
 
The next morning I looked around the shops, and then we went to Ventimiglia and the botanic gardens there which were stunning. 
 
 
 
 
After, I had my first swim in the Mediterranean Sea at a free beach very close to Ventimiglia. It was a bit chilly still being spring! 
 
 
The next day I spent some time down the beach, except to get to a sand beach in San Remo you have to pay, luckily for me my host family knows the owner of one of the stunning beaches. I stayed there for a bit, laying in the sun without getting fried because the UV is different over here. Then I went for another swim, spoiler alert it was still very cold! 
We went to a friend’s house for lunch and had a traditional seafood pasta with mussels and prawn, as well as other Italian staples like bread and fruit salad for desert. Then unfortunately we had to take the train home, but the ride is very pretty!
 
Some other photos to give you an idea of Italy!
 
Hope all is well at the Club.
 
Abby
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Club Assembly Wrap-up
Thanks to all who participated in the Club Assembly.
 
Thanks to President Elect Scott for chairing the meeting - apologies to those who thought the time limit was too short, but we needed to keep discussions on track.
 
 
Projects
  • Shade cover for MidCourse Reserve (Barry)
    Ros to raise with City of Charles Sturt
    Brian McD to check with Stu Ghent (CoCS Counsellor)
    this could be a 50 yr project (March 2026)?
    Jean to chase down reality of getting more pavers.
     
  • Supporting Women and Children in Domestic Violence situations (Rosie)
    Members to express interest to be on Committee.
    Committee to conduct research on finer details and report back to Club
     
  • Existing Club Projects (Ros, Andrew and others)
    Andrew to send out survey to Club members
    Committees to look at potential new projects
     
  • Sharing fundraising events with other Clubs (Gary)
    Minimise number (initially RC Largs & CHATS?)
    Base $ sharing on hours
     
  • A Donation Philosophy (Robin)
    Ros/Scott to review, include in yearly Guidelines?
     
Club issues
  • Induction/Members kit (various)
    Induction kit to include query on what items are required
    Folder has a page to catch this up for new members
    RCWL Shirt/apron/hat have traditionally been a personal cost unless the RCWL receives a grant.
    Badges are already included in the induction kit for new members
    Put into Guidelines – Scott & Ros
    No conclusion on who pays.
     
  • Club Constitution/By-Law/Guideline review (Ros)
    Ros/Scott reviewing and will provide feedback to Club and opportunity for review/approval
     
  • Guest speakers (various)
    Let's use the Committees to share on a monthly basis?
     
  • Club Secretary position (various)
    Rosie agreed to do
     
  • Document storage (Robin)
    Specific email addresses now in place
    Robin to find alternative to Dropbox
    Folders for Avenues of service
    Folders for RCWL committees
    Folder - photos
    Propose project to save/store historical records (from Jean's shed?)
     
  • Newsletter/Bulletin (Andrew)
    Discussion on whether weekly was too frequent?
    ClubRunner would still need to be updated as things change, and Members educated on how to access.
     
  • Meeting format (various)
    Trial having guest speaker early, before the meal?
     
  • Meeting etiquette (various)
    support those who are doing work
    introduce yourself to the Guest Speaker
    don't speak whilst reports are being tabled, Guest Speaker is presenting etc
NEW ITEM
RCWL 50th Birthday 2026
  • Committee to be formed to start planning (with assistance from Board)
  • Gala Dinner, special project at Mid-Course Res.?
  • other thoughts?
 
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2024/25 Club Changeover dinner
Please RSVP/pay with reference.
 
Note:
Club members & partners: $40/head
non-members; $55/head
 
 
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Club email addresses
Robin has set up trial new official Rotary District “Office Holder” email addresses. 

The purpose includes a more consistent professional appearance when writing to external parties (asking for Council grants etc). Far better to correspond from an actual Rotary domain address than from a Yahoo or Gmail account. 

Additionally, Clubs/Directors retain historical emails with a simple password handover at each year changeover. 

Hopefully this will be rolled out to all District Clubs should they see the benefits of the concept. 

The intention is that all Club documents will be stored in a Dropbox or similar so that photos etc are not lost as members move on.
 
 
Any ideas on this are appreciated - please provide feedback to Robin.
 
trial emails set up so far
 
President  president.westlakes@rotary9510.org
Secretary  secretary.westlakes@rotary9510.org
Treasurer  treasurer.westlakes@rotary9510.org
Youth        youth.westlakes@rotary9510.org
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2023-24 Club Committees
 
 
 
Webmaster: Rosie Erasmus
 
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Meals on Wheels
Port Adelaide Kitchen Roster
(Member to confirm attendance by 9.00 am on the day of their roster by calling 08 8447 5171)
 
 
WEST LAKES ROTARY CLUB INC 
       
 Meals on Wheels Roster  2024MondaysRound 4
  99 Baynes Place, cnr Langham Place, adj Rail Station Glen
Please phone 8447 5171 by 9-00am on the day to confirm attendance  
Contact Katrina        0419 284 525katrina@mealsonwheelssa.org.au  
Otherwise use cab and charge to West Lakes Rotary Club Inc   
  PO Box 7287    
  WEST LAKES 5021    
       
2024 ROSTER    
       
June10Public Holiday    
 24Stephen Hay    
JULY8Yvonne Wilson    
 22Andrew De Garis    
AUGUST5Ken Parcell    
 19Ros De Garis    
SEPT2Len Loechel    
 16Ted Manka    
 30Stephen Hay    
OCTOBER14Andrew De Garis    
 28Ros De Garis    
NOVEMBER11Ken Parcell    
 25Ted Manka    
DECEMBER9Len Loechel    
 23Yvonne Wilson    
       
       
       
RESERVES Ted Manka0414 978 454   
  Len Loechel0423 981 474   
  Andrew De Garis0408 803 421   
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Members on leave
 
May
- Jane
- Sue
- Alison
- Jean
 
June
- Alison
 
 
 
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Meeting Chair - Committees

May:               Youth

June:               tbc

July:                tbc
 
Responsibilities
 
Manage
- banners (pre & post meeting)
- name tags
- microphone, collect from Bar. Ensure that volume level is set at least to 75, and test inside meeting room.
 
Meet and greet Guest Speaker, arrange for introduction, introduce to other members
- Arrange meal for Guest speaker, cost to the RCWL account (so that Len can pay later on)
 
Chair meeting
- manage timeliness
- organise meal delivery
 
Arrange Sergeant At Arms (as appropriate)
 
Liaise with President to close meeting.
 
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ClubRunner - how to use the mobile App
ClubRunner is a program used by Rotary worldwide to manage stories, minutes, documents, photos and membership information.
 
You can access via the web from a computer, but there is also an Application (App) that can be loaded onto a mobile device (phone, tablet etc).
Accessing the App provides a wealth of information at your fingertips.
 
the following link takes you to a presentation which is a step-by-step process to load and use the App
 
If you do not know your Username, please have a look at the front page inside the Events Folder - there is a list of all RCWL usernamessmiley
RCWL QR codes
The QR code will take you to our website! You will see latest stories and photos from member activities.
 
Can't access ClubRunner? Andrew sent you an email with brief instructions of how to log-in. See him if you're having problems, he can reset your password.
  
 
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Executives & Directors
President
Rosie Erasmus
 
Public Officer
Peter Shaw
 
Treasurer
Len Loechel
 
President Elect
Scott Anderson
 
Immediate Past President
Jean Mailey
 
Community Service
Ros De Garis
 
Child Protection Officer
Ken Parcell
 
Youth Service
Robin Weissel
 
Club Image
Scott Anderson
 
International Service
Andrew De Garis
 
Rotary Foundation
Andrew De Garis
 
Bulletin Editor
Andrew De Garis
 
Fundraising & Special Events
Gary West
 
Vocational & Environment
Alison Howlett
 
Sponsors

City of Charles Sturt

Beyond Bank

Golden North

Olgas Fine Foods

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Club Information
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Bartley Hotel
Bartley Terrace
West Lakes Shore, SA 5020
Australia
Phone:
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