Meeting Notes 4th February 2019 - Ian Macleod (Feb 05, 2019)

President David opened the meeting at 6.30pm on 4^th February.

With the assistance of John Thornton, members sang the National Anthem.

President David welcomed Guest Speaker, Dr Ian MacLeod, who will speak to us on Marine Archaeology. Bob Davis will formally introduce Ian later.

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VISITING ROTARIANS AND GUESTS:

Cadu (our RYE student).

Adam Weaver – RC of Boulder (guest of Steve Halbert).

Wayne Bradford (guest of Peter Robertson).

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK:

Trevor Gorey correctly answered the question, winning the wine for the head table. January is Rotary’s Vocational Service month.

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:

Rosalind Smith, Carolyn Murdoch and Joy Crocker. Lizzy Bee provided roses imported from Kenya.

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FAMILY AND FRIENDS:

Lindsay Dry announced the arrival of his second grandchild.

John Murdoch advised that Agata (2016 inbound Exchange Student) will be attending next week’s meeting.

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MEDAL (OAM) OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA IN THE GENERAL DIVISION
Mr David Charles MILLER, Cottesloe WA 6011
For service to hockey.
University of Western Australia Hockey Club
• Juniors Coach, 1991 - 2014.
• Secretary, 2013-2017.
• Co-Founder, Junior University of Western Australia Club, 1991.
• Joint Coordinator, 1991 - 1996.
• Former Board Member.
• Former President.
• Former Editor, Junior Year Book.
Rotary Club of Dalkeith
• Chair, Community Services Committee, since 2015.
• Organiser, 'Cans for Christmas', current.
• Member, since 2008.
Hockey Western Australia
• Former Chairman, Hockey WA Tribunal.
• Former Director.
• Former Vice President.
• Former Umpire.
• Former Member, Junior Committee.
Law
• Consultant, Kott Gunning Lawyers, current.
• Member, Law Society of Western Australia, since 1975.
• Former Chairman, Real Estate and Business Agents Supervisory Board.
Awards and recognition include
• Life Member, University of Western Australia.

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CLUB AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Charitable Trust:

Russel Hawkins advised that the first meeting for this year will be held tomorrow night.

Secretary:

Craig James was a late apology and in his absence, President David read a list of 22 goals set by the Board for discussion at next week’s forum.

These are:

Total members at 30 June 2019 – 66
Number of members participating in club service activities – 61
Number of members who will sponsor a new club member – 6
Number of club members who will participate in at least one Rotary Action Group – 1
Number of members who will participate in leadership development programmes – 3
Number of members who will attend the 2019 District Conference – 23
Number of members who will be members of a Rotary Fellowship – 1
Number of the club’s directors who will attend the District Training Assembly – 3
Total contribution to Rotary Foundation Annual Fund - $6,000
Total contribution to Rotary Foundation Polio Plus Fund - $4,500
Number of service projects – 14
Number of Rotary Youth Exchange Students the club will host – 1
Number of Rotary Youth Exchange Students the club will support – 1
Number of individuals the club will sponsor for participation in Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) – 1
The club’s online presence will accurately reflect its current activities
The number of social activities to be held outside of regular meetings – 4
Weekly updates of the club’s website
The number of media stories covering the club’s projects – 6
Continued use of R.I.’s advertising and public service materials
To host at least one event for Rotary alumni
Continue to highlight Rotary’s networking opportunities
To work on a project with a corporate or government partner in the Rotary Year

Treasurer:

Anthony McGrath reminded all members to enter correct details on bank transfers so that he can allocate the funds appropriately.

Attendance:

48 members and 3 guests.

Club Service:

As Tom Kendall is on LoA, a scribe is required to produce meeting notes.

Community Service

Reminders of future events:

-the International Dinner at Chopsticks Restaurant on 25^th February

-Nedlands Golf Day on 29^th March

-wine tasting rescheduled to 3^rd May at Claremont Yacht Club.

Vocational Service

Peter Marfleet advised of a vocational visit to Aurora 3D Printing on Monday 18^th February and reminded members of the Duyfken river cruise on 7^th March.

Rotary Foundation and International Service

Ken Ilett reminded members of the Cocktail Party on Saturday 9^th February at Anita’s residence, to support an equipment project for the Nokor Tep Women’s Hospital in Cambodia. Currently, 57 members and guests attending. Anita has had very positive responses from local businesses with items for fundraising on the night.

Public Relations

Kevin Jackson foreshadowed a possible private viewing of the Holmes a’Court collection in November. The Rotary bus has been delivered in Bali, with appropriate signage.

Membership and New Members

Peter Panek advised that the Renoir and Rose Night was a very good evening. He has secured 22 sites for the Club to provide counters for the Super Tuesday Bike Count on Tuesday 5^th March. Volunteers are required, and more sites may be available. This is a very easy, and profitable fundraiser for the Club.

Youth

Kim Smith advised RYE student Holly Frederickson returned on Saturday 12^thJanuary and will soon be attending a Club meeting to talk on her experiences.

The Club sponsored two participants to RYLA, and both have provided very positive feedback.

The National Youth Science and Engineering Challenge will be hosted by the Club 1^st – 5^th April.

A committee meeting will be held tonight.

Men’s Shed

Trevor Gorey advised of a meeting with LotteryWest. It was suggested that an earlier start would show community support prior to gaining a grant. 92 expressions of interest have been received. Start up capital of $100,000 will be required for amenities, power, insurance, etc. Support will be requested from local clubs.

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SERGEANT:

Sergeant Trevor Gorey enforced the usual fines for the wine table, John Hopkin’s birthday and Ken Ilett’s 11 year Rotary anniversary.

Richard Goreham for incorrect placement of Presidential Honour Board.

Neil Wilkie for his new Jaguar.

Richard Ranshaw for his worst day for penalties at golf.

Graeme Sansom for losing his driver’s licence.

John Murdoch for driving past Graeme Sansom as he walked to the meeting.

Bankers/ex-bankers/insurance brokers, etc. following the release of the Royal Commission report.

Bruce McGeorge, known as the “Fleet Godfather”, for his retirement from sailing.

All members with Asian connections to celebrate Chinese New Year.

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GUEST SPEAKER:

Dr Ian MacLeod

Ian was introduced by Bob Davis. He explained how Ian had given 38 years of service to the WA Museum, and had been made a Fellow.

Ian explained that his usual 45-minute presentation would be reduced to meet the evening’s schedule.

There is money in decay, once you work out how to save material.

-In Chuuk Lagoon (also known as Truk) there are 47 World War 2 ships, in various conditions.

-The Batavia wrecked in 1629, and the subsequent story is well known. Recovered water-logged timbers must be kept wet. Some timbers have been identified as originating from Poland from the 1300s. Spanish coins dated 1568 were determined to be forgeries.

-The wreck of the Rapid near Point Cloates/Ningaloo Station has yielded 28,642 coins. Examination of the timbers has given indications of climate change.

-HMS Sirius sank at Norfolk Island in 1790. The location of the wreck was established by using a sketch of the sinking by a shipwrecked artist. The ship’s anchor was recovered during the 1988 Bicentennial. Ian explained the process of pre-treating metal cannon before removing from the water.

-Examination of the wreck of the Xantho near Port Gregory showed that the sea bed can rise/fall 2 to 3 metres.

-Ian’s conservation work also involved the preservation of a 5.3-metre megamouth shark.

-From the wreck of HMS Pandora (1791) in the Torres Strait, a pocket watch belonging to the ship’s surgeon was recovered. In 1990 this watch was restored to working order. This watch is believed to have been used by the surgeon in his study of the relationship between pulse, body temperature and general health. His findings were the first known to be published.

Ian answered topical questions from members.

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CLOSE:

President David thanked Ian for his talk, our guests Adam and Wayne, the NGC staff Denise and Chris, and Bunch Caterers.

He reminded members of upcoming events:

Cocktail Evening on Saturday 9^th February.
Next Monday is a Club Forum, however, Robert Epstone from Sole Men will address the Club.
International dinner at Chopsticks Restaurant on 25^th February.

He acknowledged Sponsors Lizzie Bee Florists, Butler Settineri (Club Auditors), Paragon Consultants (Charitable Trust Auditors) and PSZ Accounting (Charitable Trust software).

He called on members to recognise RI President Barry Rossin’s Presidential theme for the year, Be the Inspiration. Members were asked to acknowledge the Flag.

Meeting closed at 19:40.