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The program will run for 12 days from 10 to 25 January 2022. It will be delivered as a mixed-mode experience – a combination of in-person and digital events. WEEK ONE: 10 TO 14 JANUARY In week one, students will join their fellow NYSFers for a digital program packed full of amazing STEM sessions, including specialist lectures, speed networking, talks and lectures from renowned STEM experts, careers days, critical thinking, science communication, and more. WEEK TWO: 17 TO 21 JANUARY In week two, participants have the chance to meet each other in person, see inside amazing STEM facilities and labs in capital cities around Australia, meet researchers and STEM experts, listen to lectures, and learn what a career in science looks like. For those who choose not to or who are unable to attend the in-person visits, there will be a range of digital STEM visits across the week. Our digital program has the ability to feature a vast array of speakers from Australia and around the world and will feature STEM experts from many of the in-person locations and beyond. LAST TWO DAYS: 24 TO 25 JANUARY The final two days of the Program will see participants back online to share their experiences with their newfound STEM friends and wrap up the Program. More than 90% of 2021 participants would recommend the Year 12 Program to others and all STEM sessions scored more than 90% “good to excellent” ratings from the attendees. In 2022, the NYSF will deliver a 12-day program from 10 to 25 January via a combination of in-person and digital STEM experiences. Participants will experience everything the NYSF is famous for: keynote speakers, lectures, hands-on workshops, debates, expos, and enriching social activities. In-person STEM visit days and events will be held over a week of the program at major city hubs across the country. The NYSF experience is still accessible and stimulating should there be a COVID-19 hotspot emerge or lockdown called at a hub location. At the program, students will have opportunities to: - participate in tours of science and technology facilities
- learn about cutting edge research
- engage with industry partners and research providers
- learn about university and STEM career pathways
- mix with other like-minded students from all over Australia
- network with former NYSF participants to further increase understanding of STEM-related study and career experiences.
The NYSF is delivered by youth for youth. Past participants return each year to participate in the Student Staff Leadership Program and help run the program the year after they first attend. PROGRAM COST The 2022 NYSF Year 12 Program costs $1,900, with a $25 non-refundable application fee. Please note that this cost covers the program and does not include travel or accommodation, should you choose to travel to attend the in-person visit hubs. There are options to self-fund or apply for funding assistance through your local Rotary Club. For more information about this, please visit the How to apply page. The NYSF may also provide funding assistance to eligible students through our Access and Equity Scholarships. The scholarships are now open for applications. Please note that while Rotary Clubs can often offer support, Rotary Clubs have no obligation to offer any funding towards the fee for you to attend the program. 2022 NYSF YEAR 12 PROGRAM AND COVID-19 The ongoing COVID-19 situation still provides some uncertainties for everyone. We hope that you are all continuing to cope during these times. Our team has started planning for the 2022 NYSF Year 12 Program, and we are on track for January next year. As in 2021, the NYSF will actively monitor any COVID-19 related restrictions and health advice in the lead-up to the NYSF Year 12 Program in January. If required, the NYSF will facilitate online selections and orientations in conjunction with our Rotary partners. We have a series of contingency options ready to put in place if needed. We will keep in close contact with successful applicants should these options be implemented. As you may recall I received a phone call from Allan McKinnon who is the National Youth Science Forum Chair looking at sponsoring a student From Emmanuel College to participate in the Forum in January 2022. Money that was allocated from our budget to a RYLER student has now been paid for by WDEA. I would like members to consider transferring this money $550 from RYLER to the NYSF. This will be voted on once we have a quorum at our next meeting Strategic Plan President Barry talked about formulating a Strategic Plan to ensure the Daybreak club continue in a forward direction. A committee was formed of the following with a concept of recruiting more members. Those members wishing to join this committee please advise any of the below members. Committee members: Jenni Miller- facilitator. Glenn Rundell and Barry Moran committee members. Scholarship President Barry spoke about the Daybreak Club looking at the possibility of sponsoring a student/s in a scholarship. The Board agreed that Barry look into the viability of such a project and report back at our meetings. Care Program Glenn Rundell and Ian Harper attended a meeting with the WCC and where the Council are at with the Care Program. WCC are proposing the following: - To set up at the Archie Graham Centre.
- The program to run 4 times a week
- Daybreak to still run the program on a Sunday at Archie Graham
- A trial to run for 12 months
- Equipment to be hired off Campbell Thompson or business who wins the tender and they will maintain machines and charge a monthly fee
- Tokens only to operate machines
Dispersal of Funds There were only two organisations who forwarded an application for funding by our club. These two organisations were Parkinson’s Group and St. Vincent De Paul. After some discussion it was recommended by the board that the following organisations should be given the following monies. - St. Vincent De Paul $1000
- Parkinson’s $ 500
- Coast Guard Jet Ski $ 1000
- Shelter Box $ 250
- Anglicare $ 250
This recommendation will go to a general meeting for ratification and vote. President Elect Reimbursement Funds After a short discussion and not able to find our old minute books to look at the above policy, Cheryl recommended that we write up another policy. The board agreed and Glenn Rundell was happy to write up a policy and put that to a General Meeting. Longest Lunch A quick update from Sandra on the progress so far with next year’s Long Lunch. Contact has been made with Lauren Edney (WCC Events Team), regarding the Government regulations / requirements for holding events whilst Covid-19 is with us. Lauren advised that as the event was to be held at Brother Fox (Deakin), Daybreak would be required to conform with Deakin’s Covid Safe Event Plans. An email has been sent (23 July), to Brother Fox confirming our booking (made last year) and also requesting the appropriate forms etc for completion by the Club. To date, I have not received a response, so will call out this week to discuss with Jodie Everall. In the meantime, may I ask that you please start ‘thinking’ about the following: - Do we have items for auction – if yes what type of goods / vouchers would be suitable?
- Do we still sell balloons for $10/20 even though they will be single use?
- Given the Long Lunch is a major fund raising event for our Club and the sale of balloons provides the day with a ‘party atmosphere’ would the Club be prepared to forgo the environment aspect in this case?
- If the answer to 2 & 3 above is No – any suggestions on how we can raise over $1,000 that the sale of balloons bring in each year.
A copy of the items we sold at the 2020 Long Lunch, ticket sales, financial information etc are available for you to peruse if you ask Sandra. Geelong DIK Report Good Morning Everyone, Here is a report of the activity of Geelong DIK for the last Rotary year submitted to RAWCS Southern Region Secretary, Virginia Turner. Frank and his team have done a marvellous job under difficult circumstances over the last twelve months and would appreciate any support that clubs are able to offer. Regards to Everyone Noel Howard Hi Virginia,
Attached please find a report on containers loaded by DIK District 9780 for
the last Rotary year. A total of 9, 2 to Vanuatu, 4 to Papua New Guinea and
3 to Sri Lanka. Total Customs value of shipped goods was $51,512. Total cost
of Shipping and freight was $38790 with $12,507 being recovered
(from people we shipped on behalf of) for a net cost to District 9780 of
$26,282. Goods shipped included hospital beds, other hospital equipment and
schoolbooks and supplies. A great outcome considering the restrictions of
Covid during the year.
Another very positive outcome was the response of all the volunteers and
Rotarians that support the effort. Around 30 people actively participate in
the recovery and re-purposing of all the goods shipped. After every lockdown
everyone was anxious and enthusiastic about returning. A clear indication of
how they value what is achieved as well as valuing the social outlet and
interaction that DIK provides.
Regards
Frank Thompson
Zone 8 Conference 2021 - register now Registrations are now open for the Rotary Zone 8 conference to be held online on 11 - 12 September 2021. Enjoy the online Zone Conference from anywhere you choose - alone or together with others. Learning, Leading, Action is this year’s Zone 8 conference theme, putting a spotlight on the essence of Rotarians and the way we get things done. | | | Thank you to all Clubs for considering volunteering for the Royal Melbourne Show. The show will not take place in 2021 removing the need for volunteers. | | | | The Rotary Club of Hamilton North is now officially named the Rotary Club of Hamilton. | | | | Rotary International Convention to be held in Melbourne on 27 - 31 May 2023. End Trachoma Update Nationally the End Trachoma program in 2020-21 saw 2000 hygiene kits for indigenous children in the Alice Springs area. 18 clubs across District 9780 participated in the making of 414 hygiene packs which were delivered to Alice Springs in early 2021. Thanks you to everyone who was involved in this program |
Minutes RC Warrnambool DayBreak August 4, 2021 - Zoom Meeting opened at 7.00 pm by Liza, No visiting rotarions.
- Apologies received: Sergio Bacchetti, Bob Jeans, Ann Barker, Cheryl Bellman, Steve Bellamy, Mary Bouwman, Barry Brooker, Ali Dennis, Ian Harper, Bob Jeans, Chris and Janey Preston, Peter Smid
- Barry provided update on Board Meeting held Monday 3 August
- Only 2 applications for funding assistance from local organisations – Parkinson’s Group and St Vincent De Paul.
- Following discussion, it was proposed to disperse $4,000 as per the following:
St Vinnies $1,000 Parkinsons Group $500 Coast Guard Jet Skis $1,000 Shelter box $1,000 Soup Kitchen $250 Anglicare $250 Total $4,000 - Vote on the dispersal of funds was postponed due to lack of a quorum
- Glenn to write policy on Re-imbursement for President Elect
- An overarching policy/procedures/guidelines document will be developed co-ordinated by Jennie
- A strategic plan will be facilitated by Jennie with involvement by all members once face-to-face meetings commence
- Other announcements
- Geoff Grec is scheduled for an appointment in Melbourne on the 19th August and has booked to attend the French Impressionist Exhibition at 2.00pm and will co-ordinate if others would like to attend
- Liza reminded members she is collating numbers/apologies for our meetings whilst Cheryl is away and to email her direct
- Glenn provided an update on our CARE program with the one client attending on Sunday 1 August to spread the word. In addition, it is likely that a facility will be provided at Archie Graham in the future, using a card system, available during the week but with our usual program still taking place on a Sunday. No final decision as yet.
- Barry mentioned that a census rep, Jo Thompson would like to attend the care program on the 15 August to interview any participants. It was agreed that any attendees will be asked first if they want to be interviewed.
- Sandra provided an update on the Long Lunch re the venue at Deakin. No forms are required to be completed apart from venue hire as the QR code system is sufficient for entry. There will be no losses should the event be cancelled due to a COVID lockdown
- A guest speaker from Deakin on the Hydrogen Project is scheduled for the 13th October
- A public meeting has also been scheduled on the project, Liza will distribute email on this meeting
- Landcare/Warrnambool Coastcare Network are planting trees this Sunday at the Flume,
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