Sunday 3rd July brought our club together to celebrate our Annual Changeover Dinner in which we acknowledged the hard work of President Steve Giddens and the executive committee of 2015/16.

The meeting was opened by President Steve Giddens who welcomed  official guests, honorary members and all present. Apologies were noted from Cr Colin Ryan (Mayor - Moyne Shire), the Rotary Club of Camperdown, and District Governor Stephen Lamont.

Cr Kylie Gaston (Mayor - Warrnambool City Council) brought a message of welcome in which she spoke of the impact of Rotary though out the community. Cr Gaston gave recognition of the work of Rotary and the immeasurable value of the volunteer work of Rotary Clubs throughout the city. "On behalf of the Warrnambool City Council," she said, "Thank you. We appreciate what you do.We would not be the same community without you. Thank you very much."

Roma Britnell, MLA (Member for South-West Coast) also brought a greeting. Echoing the message of Cr Gaston, Ms Britnell also spoke of the value of Rotary to the community. "One of my greatest impressions so far as a new politician in this community is how valuable the works of volunteers is in our community. To have this volunteerism in our community gives me enormous pride in being your representatives, but it's you who make it an awesome community," said Ms Britnell.

"I stand here in awe of you all, I congratulate you all and thank you for all you do for our community."