Angus Miller was at the door (for Simon Brook), Col Laurensen was Chairman (for Daryl Sanderson) and Ian Mayberry was Sergeant. We had apologies from Simon Brook, Daryl Sanderson, Bob Harrison, Ray Higgs, Andy Bell and Mitch Brown (there may have been others - the mob was a bit boisterous on the morning...)☺
President Jo Winwood welcomed all members and guests Ann O'Connor, John Chirio, Rowan Johnstone (RC of Gold Coast), Tim Elliott (guest of Charles Thomasson) and our guest speaker, Keith Woods (see separate article above). Jo briefly summarized the previous week's club assembly and outlined her plan to update our club's graphics. Simon Brook has been charged with coming up with a new, modern design. It was requested by some members that we can pre-pay the attendance fee by Direct Deposit - Treasurer Mark Twyford will make arrangements.
Des La Rance outlined his plans to manufacture a 'Rotary Rickshaw' at our Project Shed (see draft image on right). This would be designed to meet the standards to be used on our City's Bike ways. We are currently investigating the specifics, but this would enable disabled people to enjoy the beauty of our landscape. Yes, it can be fitted with a lounge chair, if required! Click on this link to view a video from Copenhagen, where this concept was first presented. Des also updated us on Bob Harrison's current status: Bob's surgery appears to have been successful and he has now started chemo treatment. He has been transferred to the Gold Coast Private Hospital, but needs to be kept in isolation to absolutely prevent infection. Thus, if you intend to visit, you may first want to make sure - contact Franz or Des for Gloria's mobile number. Angus Miller will organize a 'Guess who's coming to dinner?' event - most likely on Saturday 13th October. In essence: we assemble at a specified location, where you will be given an address to go to dinner at one of our members' homes. We have not had one of these events for years - let me assure you: it's great fun!