What’s been happening?
Even in these interesting times,the Rotary Club of Warracknabeal has found ways to keep connected and relevant in our community. Some things are different, some things have been cancelled, and we are also learning new skills. Since social isolation restrictions came in, the club has been meeting online via ZOOM, like many other organisations. We have enjoyed some good guest speakers and have been able to plan for future events, as well as having a chat and a laugh. Members have also been supporting past members and wives of past members.
In recent weeks the club honoured past Rotarians and past locals, Clem Quick and Stan Deans for their 50 years of service to the local and international community through Rotary. Both were online to ‘receive’ a Paul Harris sapphire, which means the club contributes $1000 in the name of each person to The Rotary Foundation, Rotary’s charitable arm. These funds assist with Rotary aid programs such as Polio Plus- the program to eradicate polio in the world.
On a sad note, the club and host families farewelled popular German exchange student, Simon Ossing, at a Zoom meeting. Simon’s 12 month exchange was cut short due to COVID 19, missing several key events, especially playing footy again with the Eagles! Simon arrived in Germany safely and is nearly finished his 14 day quarantine period.
Last week Cam Whelan, W’beal Fire Brigade Captain, spoke of the $90,000plus bushfire relief funds raised in the Wimmera for the community of Walwa. As significant contributors to the fund, Rotary was pleased to hear how the aid was benefitting the community.
What’s On in May?
If you would like to join us for any event, you will always be welcomed. Our Zoom meetings are on Wednesday at 7:30pm. Please contact Secretary Sue Watts if you would like to link in. (0427 941 302)
Wednesday 6th May – The Rotary Foundation
Brian Trenery will be addressing the meeting about The Rotary Foundation. This trust assists Rotarians to fund humanitarian, charity projects around the world that deal with world issues such as poverty, illiteracy, malnutrition, peace and disease.
Wednesday 13th May - Education during COVID 19 and beyond
Casey Phelan, Warracknabeal Secondary College Assistant Principal, will talk about how the college, families and students have prepared for and continue to manage education during Corona restrictions.
Wednesday 27th May- RNH- COVID response
Come and find out about RNH’s response to the COVID pandemic across it’s campuses and services.
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