- Michael Martin: Festival wrap-up meeting next week. Did well with finances and exceeded last year’s figures. Details later.
- Frank Smith: Last chance to book at early bird rate for Conference. Registration $125 for new members. Need to organise the Friday evening dinner – some people staying in city.
- Con Proussalis: DVLC cheque of $576 from BBQ on 7 Oct well received. Board donated $500 to students’ tree surfing excursion – great success and a power point put together on the fun they had. Builds trust and resilience – all critical for mental health of young people.
- Gary Williams: At WEHI two weeks ago for Annual Awards night. 'Illuminate' – quarterly report – available on tables. The David McFarlane scholarship to Bridget Duckworth who presented her work here recently and commencing PhD in February. The Burnett Prize to malaria research breakthrough. Malaria contracted by 8 million people in four countries last year. Leading scientists working at WEHI on ageing of cells, cancer drugs, leukemia etc. A brilliant organisation.
- Alison Cooper: Next week is Xmas party – bring teddy bear and $15 ‘Sly Santa’ gift. Following week is Barefoot Bowls and BBQ. On 17 Jan a BBQ at Gary and Angela William’s house. Chef – Rob Kilkullen – will organise the spit roast. Sign up at TRY bookings by 11 January.
- Graeme Hardiman: Raffle for Foundation to be drawn at lunch event at the Hardiman’s at Rye on Sunday 3 March. Prizes are vouchers for $500, $300 and $200. Everyone requested to buy/sell 2 x tickets at $20 each.