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Our club was chartered on 29th July 1998. In Lydia’s Presidential year we became a Centurian Club, with each member donating $100 per year towards the Foundation. This was done by adding $2 to the weekly cost of the meal and the accumulation of funds was managed by the treasurer. We were then to see a video clip on the Foundation but alas, technology as not on our side. First. There was some random woman with nothing to do with the Foundation. Thenthe Rotary at Work clip came up but it was not actgually what Sergio had intended to show us. So…… We will hold over the clip to another meeting. Meals on Wheels Reminder to those who have their name down that Meals on Wheels is back on after the lockdown. Shelterbox Cheryl read out a letter that we received from Shelterbox with an update of where they are at. Current travel restrictions are making their work more challenging, however they are committed to providing vulnerable families with a place to call home throughout this Coronavirus outbreak. Their partners in Syria, Cameroon, Somaliland and Ethiopia are getting emergency shelter to people who need it, whilst implementing the social distancing rules. There is still a massive need for humanitarian support. Coronavirus has made that need even more urgent. Quiz Sandra’s quiz was, again, the highlight of the meeting. Question responses were shared amongst the members. Backyard Blitz This had to be re-scheduled for 19th June. Barry has done a pre-visit to ascertain the needs. Barry and Peter will pick up equipment the day before and meet everyone there at 9am. Care Program There will be a meeting with Anglicare and WCC to discuss the program resuming Fines Only one this week. Who didn’t stop at the red light on the Banyon Street roundabout at the top of the cutting? Brags Fiona has a new niece. Born this morning. As yet unnamed. President Elect Barry presented President Peter with a certificate of appreciation from the CFA for assistance with storage. ROTARY CELEBRATIONS BIRTHDAYS Bob Jeans 4 June Andrew Nield 19 June Barry Brooker 25 June Kiri Nield 6 June Ree Rundell 25 June ROTARY ANNIVERSARIES Liza McCosh 17 June 2017 Ian Watson 25 June 2003 Jan Read 29 June 2011 WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Andrew & Kiri Nield 12 June 2012 Steve & Karen Bellamy 27 June 1998 16 June – Guest Speaker – Ian Harper 23 June – Members Choice – Bob Jeans 30 June – Members Choice – Gerard Lourey MEALS ON WHEELS 18 June Dianne Brown 25 June Ann Barker 2 July Barry Moran 9 July Cheryl Bellman 16 July Ian Harper 23 July Ali Dennis 30 July Ann Barker CHANGEOVERS Rotary Club of Warrnambool East July 1, 2021, 6.30pm – Warrnambool Football Netball Club Rotary Club of Warrnambool Central July 2, 2021 – City Memorial Bowls Club Rotary Club of Warrnambool July 3, 2021, 6pm – Proudfoots On The River Rotary Club of Warrnambool Daybreak July 4, 2021, 12pm – City Memorial Bowls Club District 9780 Changeover July 11, 2021, 11.30am – The Wharf, Port Fairy. A Handy Guide to Gobbledygook – (Rotary Terms, Acronyms and Definitions) AG - Assistant Governor Aquabox - Provides water purification filters, cooking gear, clothing etc for people affected by disaster DtD - Defying the Drift is a leadership and career development program for year 10 & 11 students held at an agricultural college demonstrating to students, possible careers in agriculture & agribusiness DG - District Governor DGE - District Governor Elect (ie for the next Rotary year) DGN - District Governor Nominee (for the Rotary year in 2 years' time) DIK - Donations in Kind is a recycling and reuse program involving the collection, sorting, dispatch and distribution of donated items to countries in need of goods such as hospital beds, surgical equipment etc End Polio Now - key worldwide Rotary project to eradicate Polio. ESRAG Environmental, Sustainability, Rotary Action Group Interact - Interact clubs bring together young people aged 12-18 to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self NYSF - National Youth Science Forum - a 10-day residential program for Year 11s, designed to provide a broader understanding of study and career options in science, technology, engineering and mathematics held at Australian National University, Canberra or University of Queensland, Brisbane PDG - Past District Governor PE - President Elect PHF - Paul Harris Fellow – recognition of a donation of US$1,000 to The Rotary Foundation PP - Past President RAM - Rotarians Against Malaria RAWCS - Rotary Australia World Community Service Ltd was established by Rotary in Australia to assist clubs with the development and funds management for international and local community service projects RID - Rotary International Director - on the board of Rotary International RIP - Rotary International President RIPE - Rotary International President Elect RIPR - Rotary International President's Representative (at a District conference in lieu of the RIP) ROMAC - Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children - provides surgical treatment in Australia and New Zealand for children from developing countries in our Pacific region, in the form of life giving and/or dignity restoring surgery not accessible to them in their home country Rotaract - Rotaract is a part of Rotary for 18-30 yr olds that empowers young people to create positive and lasting change in themselves, their local community and around the world. Rotary Friendship Exchange - visits by groups of Rotarians, usually to another country Rotary Peace Fellowship - provides scholarships for people working to promote peace through various international projects Rotary Youth Exchange - international exchange for year 10/11 students RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Award – 5-day leadership camp aimed at 18-25 yr olds RYPEN - Rotary Youth Program for Enrichment - weekend camp for 14-17 yr olds Shelter Box - Provides emergency shelter and tools for families who lose their homes in disasters Themes – each year, the Rotary International President chooses a theme for that year. 20-21 – Rotary Opens Opportunities 21-22 Serve to Change Lives TRF – The Rotary Foundation is Rotary’s own Charity. Funds are used for ‘doing good in the world’ including ending polio and redistribution to Districts for clubs to use as District Grants
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