CLUB ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE GROUPS July 16, 2019
Sergeant-at-Arms Ian Cairns opened the evening calling on Glenn Brotchie to propose a toast. Introduced President David Brown to open his first meeting as President of the Rotary Club of Warrnambool, welcoming guests; John Pattison guest of Jim Hanrahan, Barbara Donaldson and Margaret Ross.
One of the first duties as President was to present Sharon Stark with her Past Secretary badge and Steve Giddens with his Past President badge for his service in leading the Club.
Members Announcements
Father of the Year; Ian advised entry forms are due to be picked up by Monday August 5th from schools to bring to the Rotary meeting on Tuesday August 6th. The following week could we have volunteers arrive at Rotary early to screen entries for finalists.
Foodshare & 5c jar; Judy reminded everyone the Foodshare bin requires our generosity to fill each week and don’t forget to save your 5 cent pieces for the jar.
Footy Gates; Trevor advised this week we have the gates covered with volunteers, however next week he will be looking for members to put their hands up to volunteer.
Paul Harris Fellow; it was a night of surprises for Louise Keogh when she was awarded with the recognition as a Paul Harris Fellow at our Changeover Dinner, tonight Lou took the opportunity to thank several people;
- Steve Giddens for coordinating the Exchange Program between the other Rotary Clubs of Warrnambool.
- Presidents Trevor Williams & Michael Boyd and combined Past Presidents for their counsel.
- Terry, Svet & Paul as counsellors, together with Rachel, all a wonderful support.
Fines Master Trevor -
Rachel off on holidays
George footy gates volunteering gave him a credit
Keith 90th Birthday
Judy … I waved to you and drove up the curb!
Michael for substituting Chinese Yen as Aussie currency
Trevor wearing a wig
Graeme a new ambition
Ian handling two dongers, away on a golfing trip for 5 days
Ann back early
Glenn article in The Age newspaper
Cathy sold house
All members on FB
Happy bucks from Svet, one retiree in the family & a pet puppy
Keith McLeod 90th Birthday congratulation
Alan Bowes addressed the members tonight with an overview of the wonderful service Rotarian Keith McLeod has given to the Rotary Club of Warrnambool over a 53 year service.
Keith joined Rotary on June 14, 1966;
- During his long association he was President in 1993 – 1994
- A Director in no less than 9 years
- Sergeant at Arms for 4 years
- Involved in inter-club visits, international contacts, Asian students, Counsellor with student exchange programme and has acted as host to incoming students.
- Keith was also active in Group Study Exchange, R.Y.L.A. finance and fundraising.
- Fines Master for several Rotary years.
- Involved with the ‘Senior Citizens Treat’ for many years and for several District Conferences Keith was Chairman of Catering.
- Keith participated in auctions, the Garden & Craft Exhibition for several years and also the wastepaper collection undertaken by the Club over many years.
- Prominent in organising and participating in the District Governor’s Golf Day.
- Received a Paul Harris Fellowship in 1990-1991
- In 2007 Keith received a Sapphire Pin to his Paul Harris Fellowship.
- Keith’s outstanding contribution was recognised by the highest award Rotary can bestow in the Four Avenues of Service Award and citation in 2002-2003.
- Keith attended three World Conferences.
- For many years Keith was responsible / or the organising of countless barbecues, and with his characteristic red ute, he would order untold quantities of food and load and unload heavy tables and cookers & gas bottles. It was noted that whenever Keith needed helper’s hands went up spontaneously.
- Keith McLeod represents the ideal of community service envisaged by Rotary Founder; Paul Harris more than a century ago. Many years ago, Paul Harris said, and I quote:
“Men from all businesses and professions coming together in a spirit of friendship and cooperation. Human ingenuity could hardly devise a better system for service to the community … If you have the love of your fellow man in your hearts my friends, you can be a Rotarian.”
How enthusiastically and efficiently has our friend and colleague Keith McLeod fulfilled these aspirations of Paul Harris. You have and continue to be an inspiration to us all. We wish you a happy 90th birthday with family and friends and may we continue to see your handsome smiling face in our midst for years to come.
Club Assembly – Service Committees
President David gave members a handout detailing the 2019-2020 Service Committees, members assembled into respective committees.
The purpose of tonight’s Club Assembly was to review what programs/projects we undertook last year and decide what we carry forward and what we add. This will enable planning and budgets to be completed.
President David concluded the evening;
Keith enjoy your Birthday
We also mark Sr. Rose Glennan’s 80th Birthday today, recalled by Rotarian John Becks.
Next Week – Assoc. Professor John Sherwood “Warrnambool’s Moyjill Site – evidence of early Australians?”
Thought for the week may evoke memories of where you were when Neil Armstrong on 20 July 1969 said, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” I know Keith McLeod was preparing for his 40th Birthday!
The 1st Noorat Scout Group are hosting a movie fundraiser on the 16th August proudly presenting; Ride Like A Girl - The Michelle Payne Story
6.30pm Capitol Cinema Warrnambool
$25 inc supper and welcome drink
Visit by RI President Mark Maloney 24 September, Ballarat
Don’t miss this unique opportunity! RI President Mark Maloney will be coming to our District on 24 September 2019. We have arranged for him to present to all Rotarians at a dinner at the Mercure in Ballarat that evening, 6.30pm for 7pm start. Bring yourselves, or even a carload of Rotarians and come and meet the International President.
District Committee Vacancies
There are a number of important activities that are available for interested Rotarians to participate in at the District level. These include vacancies on the following Committees:-
