President John Murdoch opened the meeting at 6.30 pm on 21 November 2022.

 

John Thornton is present so can he please lead us in singing Advance Australia Fair.

 

Greg Thurston, June Wilkie, Julia Edwards, and Robyn Chien.

Q:  In the 1830’s Reveley’s watermill and mill-­‐stream occupied a site on St George’s Terrace.
What is presently situated on that allotment?

A: The Perth Technical School and part of the Old Boys School, now The National Trust.

 

 

 

Notice has been given of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Monday, 19 December 2022, at Nedlands Golf Club, Melvista Avenue, Dalkeith, at 6.30 pm.

Written Nominations are called from active members of the Club interested in standing for election as an Officer or Director of the Club to fill a position for 2023-24. Written Nominations must be received by the Secretary on or before 12 December 2022.

 

Community Service: (Anthony McGrath) Cans for Christmas. Pamphlets and bags are to go out Wednesday for pick up on Sunday.

           

Public Image: (Jason van Straalen)   Lots happening, but more pictures, please.

 

The Rotary Foundation is raising funds on Giving Tuesday, 29 November. This Global Day of Generosity is an opportunity for all Rotary members to make a big impact with a gift of any size to our Annual Fund-SHARE. Last year, we raised more than ever before — over US$1 million! We’re asking you to help us surpass that this year so that we can do better together.

The Foundation will again recognize the top three clubs in fundraising, donor participation, and online giving. Just make sure that the gifts are made on 29 November.

Thank you for your leadership and support. We know that with your help, Giving Tuesday will be a bigger success than ever.

 

Presentation by Greg Thurston.

 

Bob Davis got the sash and returned to the role in fine fashion.   Win Jones for winning at bowls again! Jill Elias is getting noticed for NOT being in the Post. Neil Wilkie for openly trying to raise his profile as guest speaker. Lindsay Dry for allegedly being the invisible grandparent. Bruce Fiegert for saving money by using only one vehicle. Craig James was fined, and recommended he change his profile picture on the Rotary website to something more realistic. Geoff Cahiff fined as a dentist, and Christmas being a good time for his profession.   And Jon Steward for winning the Zurich Golf Day and quite correctly being fined for being a soccer hooligan/tragic.

 

Neil shared his experiences on the history of Dalkeith in Scotland during his and wife, June’s visit to see their daughter and new grandchild in Glasgow. Dalkeith was established in 1142. It's hard to summarise Dalkeith’s history as it spans many centuries and many auspicious events. Henry v111’s invasion of Scotland. Cromwell doing the same. Hanging of witches- with a record of 5 in 1 year., Apparently a bad year for old women living on their own! William Thomas was the last man publicly hanged, and he joined the crowd singing hymns.  (Before the event). The Dalkeith Rotary Club has a similar demographic to our own Club but perhaps a little older. It was suggested we establish a relationship with the Scottish Club.

Lindsay Dry            Welcoming members and guests 

Tony Chien             Table duty 

Geoff Cahif             Registrar 1 

Michael Bisset        Registrar 2 

Neil Wilkie              Introduction of guest speaker

Bruce Jeanes          Pass the microphone

Steve Halbert         Meeting Notes

 

 

 

Those at Monday's meeting heard that Denise is retiring after more than 25 years at Nedlands Golf Club. Thanks for Denise's smiling face and pleasant greetings over many years.