Hello All,
This week saw District Governor Anthony Ohlsen attend our weekly meeting. Anthony updated those present on the challenges set down by RI President Barry Rassin. The main point being declining membership and the immediate challenge to double the number of Rotaract clubs around the world.
I believe that all Warrnambool Rotary Clubs along with RC of Port Fairy are currently embarking on a serious attempt at resurrecting Rotaract in our region. I urge all members to keep an open mind and assist when you can.
Within our Club Peter Smid & Cheryl Bellman, as co-chairs of membership, have been working hard with committee members to produce an introduction letter that can be given to prospective members. Please also keep in mind the DL Brochure produced and printed last year. These are two resources that you can use when talking to friends and neighbors about Rotary Membership.
To assist clubs attract potential new members, the Warrnambool and Port Fairy club Presidents will be holding further discussions on a combined “Rotary Days” Promotion event. Its early days in the planning process but we intend to show past projects achieved locally and overseas, as well as community service events, networking opportunities and fellowship.
Don’t forget our November 1st “End Polio” Movie Fundraiser, be sure to purchase your tickets for family and friends from Sue and the Foundation Committee.
The following is an interesting online article by Patience Asiimwe. As told to Diana Schoberg.
“A Rotaractor ventures deep into her native Uganda with a polio vaccination team as part of Rotary’s newest virtual reality film, Two Drops of Patience”
Next Week’s Meeting –
- Barry Brooker will entertain us with his fun session
- Guest Speaker: Ted Talk Video - Mark Balla (unless speaker attending)
For meeting apologies please call or message Cheryl on 0409 003 625 before 12:00 Noon on Tuesday.
Weekly Meeting Rosters:
- Attendance Table:
- October 3rd Ian Watson
- October 10th Glenn Rundell
- October 17th Geoff Grec
- October 24th Peter Smid
- October 31st Cheryl Bellman
- Where in the World/Fun Session
- October 3rd Barry Brooker: Fun Session
- October 17th Janey Preston: Where in the World
- October 31st Glenn Rundell: Where in the World
- November 14th Ian Harper: Where in the World
Guest Speakers:
- October 24th – Ann Morris: “Insulin for Life” Project
Future Meetings & Activities:
October: Economic & Community Development Month
- Meals on Wheels – Friday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
- Surfside Homeless Program - Sunday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
- Proposed visit to Marnoo - We visit them on Thursday, Friday & Saturday October 25th to 27th
Cheryl to update on changes & coordinate
Down the track Events-
- November 1st – Joint Group 5 End Polio Movie Fundraiser
Group 5 Foundation chairs to assist Sue Cassidy with ticket sales and raffles. All to assist Lydia with lolly bags. - November 3rd & 4th Dog Trials – 6 Volunteers per day
Janey Preston has organised – Roster is full - November Fishing Trip – Serge to coordinate & update
I thank you all for your ongoing efforts, and ask that you continue to “Be the Inspiration” in everything you do for our community.
President Steve
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| Rotarians on hand to assist with our Surfside Program on Sunday afternoon |