The Last three successful events raised over $24,000.00, allocations were made to Soutwest Health care, Mpower Warrnambool, Loved and shared.
Recent environmental actives from members of daybreak.
Beach Patrol 3280
Boxing up 2000 blister packs saved from landfill
At a recent Club meeting we welcomed Grant Howland as a new member. This is a new journey for Daybreak as Grant is our first Corporate Member. Grant is a Community Development Manager at Beyond Bank.
Report from Peter Oddie, Secretary of Ararat Rotary Club.
I have just been speaking to Ginny Bolger Volunteer Coordinator at the Willaura Camp and she notes that:
Current Numbers working and being fed range from 40 to 50
65 Properties have registered for assistance.
23 Properties or 32 % are completed
138 Km of fencing has been cleared
84 Km of new fencing has been erected.
Over 3016 working days have been done.
2006 + Meals have been provided, and the average age of the Volunteers is 56, with many backpackers helping to lower that.
The Coordinating Staff have been changing as needed for breaks.
If any Rotary Clubs are looking to help with Catering in particular, direct contact phone numbers are:
Volunteer Coordinators - 0400 987529
Camp Coordinators - 0488 664637
It is noted again that our Rotary District support of cash, to assist with the provision of food, is very much welcome and appreciated.
Donations
District treasurer Lachlan Miles reports that for the Blaze Aid appeal, the total amounts received to 9 Feb 2025 are $35,000, plus a $2,000 contribution directly from District
Our Club recently donated $1,000.00 to the restoration works.
We recently had an update from WRAD on the Lookout Program and their Philosophy.
WRAD Health is committed to providing flexible, accessible, and effective services to all individuals, embracing harm minimisation principles and supporting diverse communities. Their vision is to promote health and wellbeing in Victoria's Southwestern Region. They strive to offer integrated healthcare and tailored treatment, guided by values of respect, compassion, accountability, integrity, and collaboration. WRAD Health aims to improve clients' health and wellbeing through comprehensive, affordable primary health services and holistic care.
Please follow this Link to view a recent Sharing story: Addiction project initiated jointly by Warrnambool Library, State Library of Victoria and WRAD.
An Update from the Warrnambool Neighborhood Community Center that we recently allocate some funding.
School Lunch Program returns in 2025
Last year, WNCC received a Supporting Stronger Communities Grant from ANHCA to develop the "Feeding Bodies, Minds & Community Spirit – Healthy School Lunch Program." This program aimed to provide healthy lunches for students without lunch. Admin Support Officer Katrina and dedicated volunteers made approximately 2,400 lunches for five Warrnambool primary schools.
Community partners like Rotary Club of Warrnambool Daybreak, Coles, Saputo - Cheese World, Bakers Delight, Western District Food Share, and St. Pius Church supported this initiative with in-kind food donations and a kitchen space.
Thanks to ongoing support and donations from Inner Wheel and Day Break Rotary groups, we are excited to extend this program into 2025. To join as a donor, volunteer, or partner, contact Katrina at admin@wncc.org.au or call 5561 46224.
We recently donated $1,000.00 to the Community Centre.
