QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
In kilometres, what is the circumference of the tunnel which holds the Large Hadron Collider?
Answer: 27 kilometres. Correctly answered by Richard Gorham.
FAMILY AND FRIENDS:
- The President said it was wonderful to see Neil Wilkie at the meeting because since his time in hospital he had fallen down the stairs in his apartment building. Everyone gave a round of applause to express how good it was to see Neil.
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: The following birthdays and anniversaries were announced by Susan Watson:
Member birthday:
Susie Rich on 28 March 2025.
Partner’s birthday:
Susie Davis on 27 March 2025.
Anniversary:
Peter Panek and Jomay Verrier 7 years on 30 March 2025.
CLUB AND COMMITTEES:
- Craig James outlined the details of the Georges Haynes Art Exhibition Morning Tea at The Weld Club on Wednesday, 16 April, sent in a circular earlier in the day, and requested bookings be made with Kevin Jackson.
- Craig spoke about the two nominees for the Vocational and Pride of Workmanship Awards. Paul Haddad has been chosen for the Pride in Workmanship Award, and David Bean for the Vocational Award. They will be recognised at the Club Meeting on 14 April.
ROTARY MOMENTS:
- Cambodia Family Support – Vin and Helen Keane from the Rotary Club of Perth visited Cambodia in early March. They saw Dr Samnang and the CFS operations. Helen writes that the Dalkeith Club as a whole, and individual members, have generously supported CFS over many years, and for this they continue to be grateful. They report that CFS staff continues to work under challenging circumstances.
- John Fawcett Foundation – The Charitable Trust has recently donated $10,000 to the John Fawcett Foundation. The Foundation undertakes significant work in Bali and visits more than 15 remote villages across Bali, bringing free ophthalmological services to those who cannot afford or access medical treatment. 7,563 eye screenings were conducted, 4,755 glasses were issued, and 468 cataract surgeries were performed. Many thanks to Win Jones and David Miller for their support of the Foundation over many years by being on its Board. Everyone gave Win and David a round of applause.
SERGEANT SESSION: The following members were fined by Sergeant Jason:
The Wine Table – Once again, the epicentre of indulgence.
Anthony McGrath – For winning golf last week at The Weld Club Golf Day.
Bob Davis – For having his house repainted instead of bulldozed and rebuilt.
Craig James – For sending out a notice about George Haynes’ exhibition at the Weld Club for Rotary members, but forgetting to include the date.
Anthony McGrath (again!) – Departure tax For jetting off to the Maldives this week.
Mike Bissett – For wearing a loud and untucked shirt.
Neil Wilkie – For looking like he’s lost the war.
Nigel Johnson – For losing his walking stick again.
Anyone who went to Christchurch – For winning the Head of the River last week.
Ross McKellar – For stealing the Serjeant's chair while he went to ring the gong.
GUEST SPEAKER: Michael Paech – introduced by David Miller
Michael Paech gave an excellent and moving presentation on Angelman’s Disease, which has affected his granddaughter. Great advances are being made in overcoming the symptoms of the disease and finding a cure, not only for infants but children of all ages who have contracted it. Michael and his daughter, Jessica Wiedemann, then gave informed answers to members' questions.
REMINDER OF NEXT ROSTER:
Monday 7 April 2025
Jock Laurie Welcoming members and guests..
Mark Khangure Table duty.
Paul Kestell Registrar 1.
Michael Bisset Registrar 2.
Bruce Jeanes Introduction of guest speaker.
Geoff Cahif Pass the microphone.
REMINDER OF COMING EVENTS:
Monday, 31 March 2025: Quiz night at Nedlands Golf Club. Please buy your tickets before noon on Wednesday, 1 April, bring cash for the raffle tickets, and bid for some generously donated auction items. All funds go to Grandcarers WA.
Monday 7 April 2025 - Ross Mackellar, Life Talk.
Monday 14 April 2025 - Vocational Awards.
Monday 21 April 2025 - No meeting, Easter public holiday.
THANKS:
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Thanks to the Staff of the Nedlands Golf for their service tonight and Chef Zamry for dinner.
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WE RECOGNISE OUR VERY GENEROUS SPONSORS:
- Lizzi Bee - supplier of flowers
- Dry Kirkness Chartered Accountants (Butler Settineri) – Club Auditors
- Accura Accounting & Advisory Services for providing Xero Accounting software and Sharesight Portfolio reporting software to the Charitable Trust.
- Dirk Vanderstruyf from Euroz Hartleys.
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MEETING CLOSE:
President Hugh closed the meeting by recognising the Rotary International presidential theme for 2024-2025, "THE MAGIC OF ROTARY"
There will be no newsletter for 31 April because of the Quiz Night. The question of the week that will need answering on Monday 7 April is below.
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