Vol. 35. No. 36.
April Theme: Magazine Month
Lookout Reserve Maintenance Roster:
26/3/2017 - 8/4/2017 Geoff Chandler.
9/4/2017 – 22/4/2017 Tony Haines.
President: Flood relief donations will be considered when further information is available.
- The Strategic Plan that was formulated some time ago will be revised in the near future.
- Conference Report: There were 360 attendees at the Conference. Those who attended from Ocean Grove reported that the event was good with an emphasis on younger members and simpler, more modern ways of doing things. The dinner with an emphasis themed around James Bond movies was fun as were the costumes invented by many members. There was a ‘hands on’ activity for Geelong Mums on Sunday morning. This was well attended and a rewarding experience. There are many photos on the District website.
The Conference next year will be held in Mount Gambier from 6 -8th April. The preliminary program looks interesting so a weekend in South Australia may be in the Diary.
******There will be no meeting on ANZAC Day. ******
- The next Bunnings’ BBQ will be on Sunday 21st May.
- There will be a combined Board Meeting on May 2nd for outgoing and incoming directors.
- There will be a Disaster Aide Conference on 5 – 7 May. See Judy or Fred if interested.
- Nominations for District Governor are called for 2019 – 2020. ?
Community: - Three more volunteers are needed to help with the Community Breakfast after the Dawn Service on Anzac Day. See Dick Clay if able to help.
- Noel reported that the Council has done some of the vegetation needed at the Lookout Reserve. Approval has been given for further planting in winter.
- Noel mentioned that a survey of litter on the beach might be a part of the recognition of Earth Day.
Publicity: DISTRICT CONFERENCE “BE BOLD” 31March – 1/2April See above report.
International: The toilets are almost completed at Viqueque. A funding application will be sent to District shortly.
The Shelter Box contents will be displayed at the Market on Easter Monday.
The Irrigation project in Cambodia has Global funding and is progressing.
Fundraising: - ‘Ride the Bellarine’ for Polio Plus. This year the event is on 9/4/2017. Hello World has donated tickets for the Rotary Club who sells the most tickets/raises the most money.
Market: Despite the many ‘no shows’ the funds raised were as follows: Site fees $620, Gold Coin Donation $446.20, Raffle $76 and BBQ $508+.
Please return BBQ raffle stubs to Adrian.
Health: - Gerry Spencer moved to The McKellar Center and would welcome a chat or a visit. He hopes to be home before Easter.
- Vic has had his procedure at St John of God Hospital and is progressing slowly. He's home now and is 'a bit the worse for wear' but is definitely progressing !
Youth: One student is able to attend the RYPEN camp at Anakie.
Footy Tipping: It’s on again. Please pay Alex as soon as you can.
Guest Speaker: Noel Emselle.
Noel spoke about Coast Care Earth Day with particular emphasis on the pollution of the seas, mostly through the dumping of plastic. Education of the public is the main strategy planned by the COGG.
The 1st place where a survey determining litter on the beach at Ocean Grove will be done on 22nd April. It is also hoped that the use of plastic bags will be phased out in the near future.
Noel also spoke about the Conoco-Phillips Science Experience. Local organizations arrange 3-4 day activities for senior students. Information is available on the Conoco website. It is most important that Clubs raise awareness about the more than 35 programs each year as science students can be sponsored by Rotary Clubs to attend the workshops and lectures.
Thank you.
AG.
