Hello Daybreakers,
This week’s meeting was well attended, Geoff Grec introduced his friends. Jim & Marilee Rhoads, visiting from Upland, San Bernardino, USA.
During the meeting we spoke about the wonderful monetary result of our recent EPN Movie night . The profit total was $1,559.00, once again thanks to the Foundation committee, those assisting on the night and, of course, those who continually attend our movie nights.
Before breakfast I spoke briefly on the subject of Polio and some of the recent events and outcomes around the world. Time permitting, I will speak further on this at next week’s meeting.
After breakfast Geoff re-introduced Jim and Marilee as our guest speakers:
Jim spoke on many things but started with addictions, health & recovery programs and the influence of, what he described as, dark money around the world because it is such a massively lucrative industry. Apparently, hundreds of billions of dollars are spent every year and it goes into governments and buildings and everything you can possibly think of. Except perhaps on health and recovery programs.
There was an amazing amount of discussion during and after Jim’s presentation, far to much to describe here, I am sure all present enjoyed the information provided on the current state of many aspects of the health system in America.
Jim went on to introduce Marilee who spoke on their involvement with the Sister City Program that was started by the George and William Chaffey Brothers. Marilee spoke on the Sister City geographical areas before discussing that their daughter was interested in attending a talk about going oversees as an exchange student. She was 15 at the time. So, after many discussions their daughter came to Australia in 1996 and stayed with Geoff & Julie Grec who said a fond farewell to their daughter who stayed Jim & Marilee. The friendship proved to be everlasting and continues to this day.
The conversation and questions continued for some time, we touched on forest fires and the ongoing inter country training/volunteer program. We concluded with a discussion on safe injection rooms, harm minimalisation and the drug problem in the American prison system.
Wow ! What a discussion! And What a way to finish!
At our Board meeting on Thursday we discussed the following:
- Daybreak Care Program:
- Review of submission to the board by Sandra Batten
- Review of recent membership discussion and feedback
The board concurs that the care program should continue and that it is reviewed in 3-6 months whilst looking into the following.
- Review of SWMS/JSA & Potential assistance/input/review from outside agencies
- Peter Johns Award:
- No award to be presented at this year changeover
Rotary Service and Engagement: June is Fellowship Month
Make friends around the world through a Rotary Fellowship
Rotary offers a multitude of opportunities to connect with people in your club, your district, and elsewhere in the world who share your hobbies or interests
Rotary Fellowships are international, independently organized groups of Rotarians, family members of Rotarians, and program participants and alumni who share a common hobby, recreational interest, or profession. Rotary Fellowships give their members the opportunity to have fun, make new friends around the world, and enhance their experience in Rotary.
.jpg) | Rotary Fellowships began informally in 1928 when Rotarians with a shared interest in the international language Esperanto joined together. In 1947, a group of Rotarian boating enthusiasts began flying the Rotary flag from their crafts, calling themselves the International Yachting Fellowship of Rotarians — which now holds the distinction of being the oldest Rotary Fellowship. The scope of fellowships has changed significantly over the years but their purpose remains the same: to unite Rotarians in friendship and provide opportunities to enjoy favorite recreational activities, hobbies, sports, vocation, and most recently Rotary history and culture. Many fellowships also use their special interests to serve others. For example, the Fellowship of Canoeing Rotarians has organized cleanups of polluted rivers; members of the International Computer Users Fellowship of Rotarians have hosted training sessions for Rotarians and the general public; and members of the International Fellowship of Rotarian Scuba Divers join local Rotary clubs to undertake service projects on each of their diving trips. Currently, there are more than 70 official Rotary Fellowships registered with RI. One really good example of Rotary Fellowships organized around both a recreational activity and community service is the Fellowship Cycling to Serve. Through cycling activities, this Fellowship works to promote international understanding and peace. Another great example is the BREW (Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide) Fellowship, which donates 25% of their annual membership revenue to the Water and Sanitation Rotarian Action Group. During the 2017 RI Convention in Atlanta, BREWS donated US $2500 to WASRAG in support of water and sanitation projects. The Wine Appreciation Fellowship is a learning tool for those who are interested in expanding their knowledge and sharing ideas regarding all aspects of wine appreciation. The fellowship has an email newsletter and members are encouraged to visit our interactive wine website (www.rotarywine.net) frequently for updates, features, articles and information on wine events and trips. Annual meetings are held at the RI International Conventions and are some of the most popular events of the whole Convention. Join a Fellowship by contacting a group that interests you. The full list of Fellowships can be found online: www.rotary.org/fellowships |
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June: Fellowships Month
- Care Program – Sunday 16th, 23rd & 30th
- Wednesday 26th Club Changeover
- Meals on Wheels – Friday 21st, 28th
Thank you all for your ongoing inspirational support
Steve
 | Jenny Turner presenting Suzan Morey from South West Healthcare a donation of $4000, raised from our Long Lunch. This donation will be used to purchase a portable imaging machine for operating theatre. |