I am very pleased to inform you that the Board has placed the order to replace the microphones etc.and use a wireless option for the audio signal and use the in house system at The Common. This will mean no cables and I am assured a trouble free sound system. I was pushing to have this all installed by this week but some components are not available so will hopefully be done the following week.
This year's Board has invested heavily to upgrade and modify the BBQ trailer and ensure it is safe. We have replaced the projector that is used on Thursday nights as well as the laptop and now the audio system. This should ensure trouble free operations for many years.
Congratulations to the Interact Club on the success of the Wheelchairs for Kids day last Friday. Ian Toohill tells me they collected $1700 on the day with more to come and will give us a full report on Thursday night. Thanks to him and to the students at Montmorency Secondary College.
Thanks also to Jill Ramsay for her brilliant presentation last week to launch this years Festival; we have a top team in place ensuring a successful weekend of activities. Thursday we have a big night with an informative presentation from the Chair of The Reach Foundation Chris Wilson. Reach was founded by the late Jim Stynes; such an inspiration. This promises to be a wonderful night. See you then, President David
If you are unable to attend to your duty allocation,
it is your responsibility to find a replacement
Fine Masters and Mistresses
Thu 02 Jun
Michael Maloney
Thu 09 Jun
Frank Lynch
Thu 16 Jun
Alan McCleary
Thu 23 Jun
Mike Wetzler
Celebrations
Birthdays
Wayne Alexander
Thu 26 May
Diane Penkethman
Fri 10 Jun
David Laws
Sat 11 Jun
Ron Manison
Sun 12 Jun
Marianne Miles
Tue 14 Jun
Jill Ramsay
Wed 15 Jun
Anniversaries
Ian & Gloria Thomas
Sun 15 May
Howard & Stella Turner
Tue 14 Jun
Joined THE Club
Ian Toohill
Mon 23 May
26
Gary Williams
Tue 24 May
11
Gil Aussems
Tue 24 May
11
Ron Manison
Tue 24 May
4
Robert Kilcullen
Thu 16 Jun
11
Jill Ramsay
Sat 18 Jun
7
Member News
VALE Elizabeth Ramsay.
Last Friday we gathered at the Heidelberg Golf Club to remember Liz Ramsay. A truly Lovely Lady. I was reminded of her love of music, remembering the pride with which she talked about her new Music System in Phillip Island. We heard of her pride and Joy, the V12 Jag and later the Mercedes.
She maintained the tractor, whilst the boys watched on. And in the early years, when cash was short she worked as a truck driver delivering steel.
Many old friends were there to remember her, we caught up with some of them from the Rural Group and Rotary. Too many memories to fit in mere words. We will all remember and miss her.
Please send any news you would like to share with club
Please RSVP to this week's meeting using the ClubRunner invitation you have been sent by email (either your acceptance or decline) If you have trouble doing this, please phone Secretary Ann Lynch Mob: 0419 008 759 by midday Wed 1st June 2016
This week Chris Wilson, Chairman, Reach Foundation is our special guest. Reach was founded in 1994 by Jim Stynes & Paul Currie. Carefully developed programs have helped young people aged 10-18 with mental health and low esteem issues. The National school & Community based programs focus on preventing bad behaviour through early intervention. The plan has always been to identify the underlying reasons for negative behaviour and redirect individual energy to positive results. Chris, who has only recently been appointed Chairman, will be supported by two of the "Reach Crew" team leaders.
President David will be assisted by Howard Turner, Father in Law of Chris Wilson, as chair. The full weight of Bendigo Bank's one & only, Michael Maloney will strip us of our hard earned.
Venue is The Common, 6.15pm for 6.45pm; $35 for two course meal, drinks @ bar prices. The speaker & theme this week is the perfect opportunity to invite partners & friends. We all know of young people who have benefited from the kind of help provided by Reach.
Visiting Rotarians: Steve Morenz (RC Rock Island, Illinois, USA), Patrick O’Shea (RC Bright)
Guests: Peter Uniacke (prospective member), Lyn Hardiman, Ash McFarlane
Fines: Ron Manison
Raffle winner: Mike Englefield
Reports from the floor:
1. Ian Toohill re Wheelchair Marathon on 27 May. Already have 8 x donations of $200. Expect to exceed the target of $5,000
2. Brett Linsell reported that the Rotaractors had another successful fund-raising movie night last Sunday at Epping
3. David McFarlane reminded members of the funeral tomorrow afternoon for Elizabeth Ramsay - 2.30pm at Heidelberg Golf Club
Speaker: Jill Ramsay (Festival Director 2016) gave a great presentation on plans for this year’s Festival on 11/12 November and the team work necessary to make this event a success. Committee members, including Dale Atkins, Lou Bolzonello, Mike Englefield, Kevin Hadingham, Paul Kelly, Michael Moloney and Judy Sharp, each described their key roles and responsibilities. Members are invited to come forward and assist in areas of interest to them in order to ensure a succession plan for this annual event. Well done Jill for stepping up to such a demanding role!
New system for RSVP to meetings using ClubRunner invitations has commenced. A huge thank you to those members who have already embraced it. This will make Attendance much easier for the Secretary, Duty team and Treasurer.
For those members who are having difficulties, please contact me Mob: 0419 008 759
Apologies for meetings must be received by Secretary by midday Wed before meeting or a cost for your dinner will be incurred
Please contact her by email or text to arrange collection as she is unable to attend all meetings due to work commitments
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Please find attached an invitation to our High Tea
This is a great opportunity to visit the Penthouse of the Apartments opposite Doncaster Shoppingtown to enjoy 360 degree views of Melbourne, sharing a sumptuous afternoon tea with a great group of people
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