This past week may have been quiet for the Club, but it’s been a busy one for me personally. I missed Thursday’s lunch meeting due to work commitments and thank Vice President Peter for stepping in and keeping things running smoothly - though I hear the verbal barbs from the floor were flying thick and fast in his direction.
Last Sunday, 23 of us - Rotarians, partners, and a couple of guests, enjoyed a relaxing lunch at Café 4342 in Forest Hill. It was a good afternoon of fellowship and conversation in an interesting rural setting. Beyond the good food and company, visits like these also bring a small but meaningful economic boost to the towns we visit. Supporting local businesses in smaller communities is one of those quiet ways our Club makes a difference. There’s benefit to us too - it deepens friendships and forges new connections, strengthening the fabric of our Club.
I’ve said before that our “power-to-work ratio” is in gentle decline. Some of us might not be as keen to wield a power tool as we once were - and that’s perfectly fine. But there are many other ways we can contribute. Giving our time is one of the most valuable acts of service we can offer.
Whenever I see a volunteer list go around, I’m struck by how often the same names appear. These are the people who quietly put their hands up, time and again, to lend a hand. Their consistency is something to admire - and to emulate.
For those still partial to a bit of DIY, there’s painting to be done at Teen Challenge on the 01 and 08 November. See Phil G to add your name. For others, there are opportunities to support our Rotary neighbours. Toowoomba North will hold their Foundation Dinner on Wednesday, 29 October (see link below), and Dalby Rotary will again host their annual BBQ at the Dalby Stock Horse Sale (04 – 07 Dec) - a tradition we’ve supported for several years. See Tony J if you’d like to join the roster.
Whether it’s with a paintbrush, donning the dinner jacket or tending a sizzling BBQ, your time and presence matter. Each effort strengthens our role in the community and shows what Toowoomba East can achieve when we work together.
Thanks to Russell Manns and the crew at we now have this Logo on our Container that TentWorld (Thanks Alex) has allowed us to store on Anzac Av Depot!!!
A fee will apply to any member late with an apology regardless of whether the number attending on the meeting day of the meeting is over, under or equal to what the Club Secretary submitted to the Downs Club. This fee will only apply to meetings at the Downs Club or any other club meeting where attendance numbers have to be stipulated prior to the meeting.
A Club member will be charged a meal fee of $20 if they
fail to submit any apology before 11am on Tuesday for the meeting the following Thursday (48 hrs later)
need to submit a late apology due to changed circumstance.
Fail to show up after indicating they would be present.
The members owing a fee of $20 will notified by the Club Secretary and Club Treasurer via an emailed
Late apology fee notice.
The fee can be paid by direct credit into the RCTE Club account or by adding $20 to the $35 meal fee at the next club meeting
Apologies 23.10.2025
Cam Ashmore, Wayne Barnett, Dave Birrell, Rod Brilliant, Andy Burke, Alex Burrell, Peter Burrows, Jim Charlton, Bob Cheesman, Col Davidson, Shane Fisher, Dave Groves, Peter Hardwick, Andrew Kratzmann, John Liley, Craig Mathieson, Peter McLoughlin, Toby Sandell, Doc Smith, Mark Winter
Apologies 30.10.2025
Cameron Ashmore, Wayne Barnett, Dave Birrell, Rod Brilliant, Pete Burrows, Jim Charlton, Bob Cheesman, Steve Davis, Shane Fisher, Dave Groves, Andrew Kratzmann, Craig Mathieson, Peter McLoughlin, Toby Sandell, Doc Smith, Ross Watt, Mark Winter
