Presidential Prattlings
Jason Henderson presented an interesting talk on 'Lost Melbourne' which certainly brought back some memories. Jason also mentioned his other passion: collecting First-Aid Kits! Chairman of the day Chris Hanson kept order and ensured we finished on time: a great piece of timing for our next President.
Chris of course, had just got back from the District 9800 Conference in Queensland. Also attending were PDG Bernie Walshe and Margaret, PDG Dennis Shore and Lynda, Sheila and myself: we all had an enjoyable and informative Conference, renewing many friendships from the Welcome Pool Party to the Farewell Dinner Dance.
As you can see from my happy snaps, MC John Blackman was again in full flight. https://picasaweb.google.com/106224275621582639712/Broadbeach2014? authkey=Gv1sRgCM6kkvC98LPHIQ
We held the Yarra Cluster Dinner on the Saturday evening at “Redentor”, a Brazilian Restaurant in Broadbeach. The Kew, Glenferrie and North Balwyn attendees who joined us enjoyed abundant barbecued meats and excellent service from the happy staff. I think I gained a couple of Kilos, and have posted these photos separately at: https:/ /picasaweb.google.com/106224275621582639712/YarrraClusterBroadbeach2014? authkey=Gv1sRgCKu_9MfEl4CYoAE
Golf: The Conference Ladies Cup was not contested at the Broadbeach Conference this year. Therefore the current holders, Pru Troedel, Pru Logan, Gigi O’Donoghue and Andi Lambert get to keep the trophy for a further 12 months. Please keep it polished ladies: I had to shine it up, ready to present, before I learned it wasn’t needed!
I eventually found the elusive Conference Club Banner at the foot of the cupboard in Kooyong Tennis Club, and conveyed it safely to Broadbeach. It was presented to the Rotary Club of Williamstown in preparation for next year’s conference in Hobart, where DGE Murray Verso promises a nautical theme.
Rotarians at Work: We have a team ready to go at the Romana Centre, 11 A’Beckett St, Kew on Wednesday 19th March, removing tiles and preparing for painting. Anyone wishing to join in, please let me know.
More Rotarians at Work, involving the community: Trevor Jones had a number of clients along for cocktails and nibbles (aka information session) and each was invited to make a gold coin donation. As a result, he had a nice envelope to pass on to Treasurer Robert Ball. Now THAT’S what I call Rotarians at Work!
Norman Gale, of the Salvation Army (who we support through “Second Bite”) tells us that they have been shortlisted to the top 10 finalists for the Stockland Community Grants Program. The top 5 finalists that receive the most votes online receive a $1000 grant each. The Salvo’s project involves providing weekly gentle exercise classes for people from low income groups - typically people who attend their lunch program. If you are willing to vote for this program please go to the following link: http://www.stockland.com.au/about/community-grants-voting-form.htm Select the centre as " Stockland Tooronga" and then scroll down in the "organisation" field to find Camberwell Salvation Army. Be sure to put nor name and contact as indicated by the * and then Submit. Voting lines are now open and close Friday 14th March at 5pm.
Next week: Dr John's “Show And Tell”. Whatever will they bring along? I’ll see you then!
Gordon Cheyne