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Dates to plan for or keep open
31 December 2017 Last day for 'early bird' 9465 Conference registrations
14-20 January 2018 International Assembly, San Diego, California, USA
16 March 2018 district officers training
16-18 March 2018 District 9465 Conference at Margaret River.
14-15 April 2018 president elect training seminar
28-29 April 2018 club officer training (Goldfields) - includes Foundation grants management and governance seminars
6 May 2018 club officer training (Metropolitan) - includes Foundation grants management and governance seminars
20 May 2018 club officer training (Collie) - includes Foundation grants management and governance seminars
24-27 June 2018 Rotary International Convention, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
District 9465 2018 Conference - Margaret River 16 - 18 March 2018
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The Margaret River 2018 District Conference Committee has opened My Booking Manager for ‘Early Bird’ registrations which incorporates are small financial saving if payment occurs prior to 31 December 2017. Bookings are available now at:
AUGUST is MEMBERSHIP AND NEW CLUB DEVELOPMENT MONTH
ABOUT ROTARY
Do you have a problem answering the question - WHAT IS ROTARY? Perhaps this might help you answer the question when you are asked.
Get Involved
We are 1.2 million neighbours, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world. Our differing occupations, cultures, and countries give us a unique perspective. Our shared passion for service helps us accomplish the remarkable.
What makes us different?
Our distinct point of view and approach gives us unique advantages:
We see differently: Our multidisciplinary perspective helps us see challenges in unique ways.
We think differently: We apply leadership and expertise to social issues—and find unique solutions.
We act responsibly: Our passion and perseverance create lasting change.
We make a difference at home and around the world: Our members can be found in your community and across the globe.
How do we work?
Our impact starts with our members—people who work tirelessly with their clubs to solve some of our communities' toughest challenges. Their efforts are supported by Rotary International, our member association, and The Rotary Foundation, which turns generous donations into grants that fund the work of our members and partners around the world. Rotary is led by our members—responsible leaders who help to carry forward our organisation's mission and values in their elected roles.
We've been making history and bringing our world closer together for over 100 years. Since forming in 1905, we've taken on some of the world's toughest challenges and helped a wide range of international and service organisations—from the UN to Easter Seals—get started.
With the new Rotary year comes the all new Rotary Club Central. The refreshed RCC is the perfect way to set club goals, motivate members and record achievements. President Ian has asked all clubs to record their service hours and contributions to allow RI to have a stronger understanding of how much we are making a difference at club, district and global level. Watch the video here and login today.
Your Rotary Club is invited to make a difference at NATIONAL STROKE WEEK 4-10 September 2017
National Stroke Week is the Stroke Foundation’s annual awareness campaign. This year with the help of Medtronic International, the Stroke Foundation is focusing on delivering a grass roots campaign in regional and rural communities.
Stroke kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer. It is one of the leading causes or adult disability in Australia. More than 80 percent of strokes can be prevented.
Over 4.1 million Australians suffer from high blood pressure, a key risk factor for stroke. The lower your blood pressure, the lower your risk of stroke. Bringing the spotlight on stroke in September, we need your help to reach Australians with lifesaving messages on how they can identify the signs of stroke as well as reduce their own risk of stroke.
Depending on which activity you nominate, the Foundation will provide your designated contact with a detailed Coordinator Kit filled with tools, tips and ideas to assist in the planning of your clubs activity. Closer to Stroke Week a promotional kit including resources, media release, posters and merchandise will be sent to your designated contact to assist with local promotion.
If you are (or have ever been). concerned about the mental wellbeing of children, come to the University of WAon Wednesday 13 September 2017 to hear the highly-regarded Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Adelaide, Professor Michael Sawyer OAM speak assisted by a panel of some of WA’s top researchers in the field.
Please share this wonderful opportunity with everyone who would wish to attend.
Australian Rotary Health is the nation’s largest private funder of mental health research. For more about the research grants and scholarships available at https://australianrotaryhealth.org.au/.”
ROTARY CLUB OF COMO 6th ANNUAL CAR SHOW
The Rotary Club of Como is holding its 6th Annual Car Show on Sunday 1 October 2017 at Wesley College, South Perth commencing 10am.
On display will be around 200 classic, vintage, exotic and luxury cars and over 2000 people are expected to attend.
Admission is $10 adults, $8 concession and gold coin for children under 18. All proceeds from the car show will benefit Rotary and Wesley community charities.
11 October 2017 Business in Mandurah – Networking Host: Rotary Club of Mandurah Our hosts for the first BiG Event of the year is our local Rotary Club. Click here for the Flyer.
HOP ON – HOP OFF
Travel with a purpose … Hop On – Hop Off and join with the Muster for Mental Health; a mental health fundraising and awareness initiative of Australian Rotary Health with a drive from Perth to Adelaide from 12 October to 7 November 2017. Join our journey around Australia while on the road for mental health.
Our very own RI President Ian Riseley and partner Juliet, have asked all clubs to assist their goal of planting one tree for every Rotarian - 1.2 million before Earth Day on April 22, 2018. See the brochure herefor further details.
Can this be your club's way to show the world you're Making a Difference??
Applications for RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)
for 2018 are open now!
RYLA is an intensive eight-day program designed for 18-28 year olds with leadership potential and a commitment to community service. The program is a unique opportunity aimed to bring participants out of their comfort zone and challenge them to think outside the square while actively using and building on their existing skills and knowledge.
RYLA includes seminars, workshops, physical activities and team games relating to areas including Communication and Public Speaking, Leadership, Team Work and Group Dynamics, Problem Solving and Decision Making, Goal Setting, Time Management and Self Awareness and Emotional Intelligence.
Applicants are interviewed prior to acceptance onto RYLA. Successful applicants will have the energy, commitment and motivation to develop their leadership potential and be willing to challenge themselves physically and mentally over the course of the program.
RYLA is held at the Serpentine Camping Centre from Saturday 13th January – Saturday 20th January 2018.
Rotary Club Sponsorship for a RYLA participant is $800, and the participant contribution is $250. This includes all activities, accommodation and meals for the week.
In May 2017, a major battle commenced between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and members of the Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) who have pledged allegiance to the Islamic State of Iran and Syria (ISIS).
The incident has affected residents of Marawi City.
Over 84 thousand families have been displaced by this ongoing armed conflict
Balay Mindanaw Responds
Balay Mindanaw, our local Disaster Aid partner, has been one of the many organisationss that immediately responded to the crisis situation by activating the Balay Mindanaw Group Operations Center
They have organised with other local partners to provide pre-positioned resources and volunteer assistance at the Balay Mindanaw DREAM Hub.
impact starts with our members—people who work tirelessly with their clubs to solve some of our communities' toughest challenges. Their efforts are supported by Rotary International, our member association, and The Rotary Foundation, which turns generous donations into grants that fund the work of our members and partners around the world. Rotary is led by our members—responsible leaders who help to carry forward our organisation's mission and values in their elected roles.
With the new Rotary year comes the all new Rotary Club Central. The refreshed RCC is the perfect way to set club goals, motivate members and record achievements. President Ian has asked all clubs to record their service hours and contributions to allow RI to have a stronger understanding of how much we are making a difference at club, district and global level. Watch the video 
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In May 2017, a major battle commenced between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and members of the Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) who have pledged allegiance to the Islamic State of Iran and Syria (ISIS).
