Visitors
Yvonne and John Anear (daughter and son-in-law of former member Hans Dansen)
Apologies
Shirley Coleman, David McDonald, Tamara McRobbie, Duncan Norris and Alan Williams.
Sergeant Meredith called the meeting to order, and Sergeant's Helper Janet gave the Invocation and Toast to Australia. Sergeant Meredith then introduced President Andy Wood to welcome all.
President's Opening Remarks
President Andy welcomed Yvonne and John Anear and all members. He notified all the scheduled Guest Speaker (Elizabeth Davis talking about ROMAC, and her partner) were unable to attend the meeting this evening. He then invited Kevin Hales to talk about the contribution made by former member Hans Dansen (dec).
Hans Dansen (dec) background and Bequest
Hans died in December 2022. Kevin told all present how Hans had been a former President of the RC of Goolwa in the early 2000's and about the projects that Hans had taken ownership of. These were collection of the ring-pulls, postage stamps and foreign currency and distribution of the Emergency Medical Books. All of these tasks were done quietly behind the scenes. Kevin then introduced Yvonne who spoke about how much her father enjoyed being a Rotarian, and the good work done by Rotary. Yvonne presented President Andy with an extremely generous gift on behalf of Hans of $5000. President Andy and all members thanked Yvonne for this very kind donation.
Yvonne Hurrell spoke about how Hans encouraged members to attend a convention in Port Lincoln, and that half the club ended up attending. Everyone had a wonderful experience.
President Andy then outlined his aspirations for the coming year and that our club should be involved in the "Rotary Expo" at the Yankalilla show on 30th September and the "Rotary says NO to Domestic Violence" rally on 25th November. President Andy also talked about two fundraising events the High School are holding to support the 10 students taking part in Operation Flinders.
Andy also mentioned that the Catering Committee would seek approval from the Board to hold an American-themed dinner as a fundraiser. Committee working on costings for the Director of Community to present to the Board.
President Andy acknowledged birthdays below and congratulated Kevin Hales on 17 years with the RC of Goolwa (joined July 17th 2006) and 37 years in Rotary.
Two-Minute Spots
1) Secretary Noeline Biermann
a) reminded everyone that there are still vacancies on the roster to sell raffle tickets for the Trailer Raffle. She has also updated the instructions which are in the silver case and notified everyone that the case had to be returned to her each evening.
b) has updated member information on ClubRunner. She will be sending an email to all members to update their details, particularly the details of their emergency contact.
2) Director of Youth Janet Tapping
Operation Flinders - in addition to the Quiz Night and Highland Movie Night Fundraisers, there will be others such as a Garage Sale to raise the funds to send the 10 girls taking part in the 8-day trek to the Flinders later in the year. They need to raise more than $4000. Two students and their teacher Amy will be coming to talk to us on the 15th August.
3) Director of Membership and Public Image Jan Lawrence
a) Operation Flinders- If anyone is interested in going to the Quiz Night, let Jan or Lyn know. We are providing money for good rough terrain hiking boots and two pairs of socks for each of the girls.
b) RC Morphett Vale is hosting a fundraiser Schnitzel Dinner night at the Old Noarlunga Hotel. $5 from every schnitzel will go towards the District project "Sleeping Bags for the Homeless". These sleeping bags are sourced from South Africa.
4) Member Di Keach
a) Di extended an invitation to all members for supper after the meeting (those that went enjoyed lovely cupcakes and vanilla slice).
b) A member of the public, Josh, spoke to Di regarding raffle tickets and expressed an interest in Rotary.
c) Don from The Nostalgia Band approached Di regarding more work from the RC Goolwa.
Meeting Close
Sergeant Meredith issued fines and called for Happy and Sad Dollars.
The raffle was drawn by Yvonne Anears (white ball selected by Di, money jackpots to next meeting).
President Andy then closed the meeting.
