Steve's Chat 20

Hello Daybreakers,
 
Our guest speakers this week were Ross Atkinson and Steve Tippett from the Warrnambool Volunteer Coast Guard (VF16-Warrnambool).
 
 
 
Ross and Steve updated us on all the various matters of rescue, infrared search technology, first aid and seamanship, and all at a national standard.  Its hard to imagine the amount of training that these volunteers must go through to keep up to date with new technology and rescue techniques.
 
But despite the rigorous training and expensive equipment required, the coast guard's efforts have never had ongoing government funding.  The boys thanked us and all local Rotarians for our ongoing support.
 
Our guest speaker on Wednesday 24th will be Ann Morris, Ann will be speaking on the “Insulin for Life” Project. https://www.insulinforlife.org.au/
 
Many Rotarians are active in causes like eradicating polio, providing clean water and developing economies. Rotarians can also be examples in leading, preventing and managing diabetes. The following link is to an article of one person’s journey against diabetes.
 
 
We have spoken in recent times about Rotary Action Groups.  This is the link to the web site of the diabetes action group.  http://ragdiabetes.org/
 
The meeting on Wednesday also marks World Polio Day.  At Rotary’s 6th annual World Polio Day event in Philadelphia, Rotary will highlight the steps that are getting us closer to our goal of ending polio.
 
In 1988 the paralysing disease affected 350,000 children. Rotary’s collaboration with the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, local health workers, and national governments has helped reduce the number to just 16 cases so far this year. 
 
World Polio Day is observed in late October to honour the birthday of Dr. Jonas Salk, who led the development of the first polio vaccine.
 

 
Enter the 2019 Rotarian photo contest
 
Here’s a chance for those interested in photography to enter a contest with the chance to see your great shot in future pages of the Rotarian magazine.  The contest closes December 15th, 2018. Winners will appear in the June 2019 issue of The Rotarian.
 
 
Future Meetings/Activities & Service Projects:
 
Meeting Rosters:
 
  • Attendance Table:
    • October 24th Peter Smid
    • October 31st Cheryl Bellman
 
  • Where in the World OR Fun Session
    • October 31st Glenn Rundell: Where in the World
    • November 14th Ian Harper: Where in the World
Guest Speakers:
 
  • November 7th – Barrie Elvish – WDEA CEO
  • November 14th – Doctor Davidson – Prostate Cancer
  • November 28th – Mpower -
October: Economic & Community Development Month
  • Meals on Wheels – Friday 26th 
  • Surfside Homeless Program - Sunday 21st, 28th
  • Proposed visit to Marnoo - Cancelled
  • October 31st Halloween Meeting – Liza has suggested a themed/dress up event
November: Foundation Month
  • November 1st – Joint Group 5 End Polio Movie Fundraiser
  • November 3rd & 4th Dog Trials – 6 Volunteers per day.  Roster Full
  • Fishing Trip – Serge to coordinate & update. Month may change. 
  • November 18th Open Garden Drought Relief Fundraiser - Mortlake
  • November 21st Club Assembly
  • November 29th – Mark Balla event hosted by RC Warrnambool East at Warrnambool Football Club
  • Saturday December 8th – Club Christmas Party to be held at Ree & Glenn Rendell’s
Thank you for your ongoing efforts and please continue to “Be the Inspiration” in everything you do for our community.
 
Cheers
Steve
 
 
 
Surfside Program Reports
 
14th October
 
Hello everyone.
Harpo reports that they had 3 males and 1 female attend yesterday.
The lady had a shower and the blokes dried some clothes. They spent $7 which will be refunded next week.
The last of Watto's snags went down well.
Thanks to Harpo, Janey, Chris and Sandra.
Sounds like it was a well worthwhile afternoon.
Cheers
Glenn
 
21st October
 
Hello everyone.
We had 4 males and 2 females attend yesterday. A record!
The ladies had showers, as did 3 of the blokes. There were 6 loads of washing done and 3 dryer loads. We spent $23 which will be refunded next week.
Bob had his first BBQ for the year and diligently cooked the snags. He must be out of practice cos he couldn't get the BBQ as clean as it was before we started. Obviously needs a little more training and experience.
The lady who had the cold shower last week was back and brought a mud-cake to share.
They all appreciate what we are doing.
Thanks to Bob and Sue for this afternoon - and Sandra for some bickies, and Steve for the snags.
Cheers
Glenn