President Graham Beckett opened the meeting and welcomed all at 6.30pm sharp.
Graham apologised for his abscence and bemoaned his return to Adelaide from Broken Hill, complaining that the Barrier Highway was full of road works. Well at least he did not have to slow down for the goats.
The Romac lunch is on in August and places are limited. Members interested in attending should use the link sent to all by Greg McLeod and advise Patsy Beckett that they intend joining the throng.
Board members are reminded of the meeting on Thursday, which is being held at the Salvation Army premises in Unley.
Guest Speaker: Marie-Louise Lees - Rotary Foundation-the Global Picture
David Middleton introduced Marie-Louise (ML), who is the Foundation Chair for District 9510.
ML is a member of Gawler Light Rotary club. She was a chemical engineer for most of her career, but, now works with an Undertaker. She lives near Tanunda.
ML opened by explaining her involvement with the Foundation. In her first year in Rotary she failed to understand how Rotary managed to go from BBQs to funding the elimination of Polio. A fellow Rotarian explained how the Foundation worked and thus she was hooked and is now passionate about the fund.
The Rotary Foundation is Rotary's charity and for the last 13 years is one of only two organisations who have been in the top 10 charities as judged by Charity Navigator.
She went on to explain the structure of the D9510 committee, the Foundation's mission and its priorities. Polio eradication being the major one. A breakdown of the funds raised in 2018 and their distribution showed the fund raised or than US$86 million.
ML explained the structure and funding of the Foundation and how each part contributed to the ability to support so much. She went on to say that while generous by nature, only 27% of members donate to their charity. There are many ways to contribute, the major way being to become a Centurion and contribute A$100 to the Foundation each year. All donations are tax deductible.
A host of questions followed and ML was thanked for her address.
The Unley Rotary Youth Music Concert
What an outcome. The Youth committee led by Chair, Rhonda Hoare, brought about a stunning event. With two heats under their belts, a superb array of Unley Youth talent was on display.
We saw single artists, duos and groups. All were amazingly talented musicians, and/or singers. The instruments ranged from guitars, to piano, to trumpets and cellos and many more,
Brendan Kenny and Rhonda Hoare gave great presentations, which acknowledgied the efforts of the club in all facets of Youth support.
To see more, check out the club's Facebook page.
Our Biogas Project in Nepal - Final Report
The project was initiated to install 13 Biogas plants of 6 Cubic Meter Biogas Plants which is associated with brick Toilets. The location is Madhavpur Village, Rautahat District, Nepal.
Biogas Beneficiaries list of Madhavpur Village:
Prahaladi Sah Teli
Ram Sevek Mahato
Ranglal Mahato
Birendra Mahato
Lal Mohar Mahato
Nagindra Sah
Jogindra Ray Yadav
Ram Dat Mahato
Bidhianand Sah Teli
Prithvi Narayan Mahato
Paldhari Ray Yadav
Ram Narayan Sah Teli
Krishna Gupta
Spots
Rhonda Hoare thanked members who supported the Youth Concert held over the weekend, in particular those on the committee.
Trevor McGuirk praised the efforts of Rhonda, in particular, recognising the tremendous effort she personally made to get the event underway.
Leonie Kewen declared POOTY is now underway.
Reno Elms again sought member support for the Red Shield Appeal.
Jerry Casburn spoke for Heather Kilsby on two items:-
A reminder of the Coffee Chat on Friday at 10.30am and a request for visibility as Rotarians. Please wear the Rotary shirts.
Secondly, Heather is asking any members who have any old design Rotary shirts. Could she please have them
Finale
Jerry Casburn again sang the praises if the Youth Committee and Rhonda for the Concert. He was delighted to see the club having such a public facing event.
Brenton Judge won the dollars and yet again, Greg McLeod won the Fruchocs.
President Graham closed the meeting at 7.50pm..
ROTARY NEWS
HONOLULU (Feb. 18, 2021) — Almost one year after canceling its international convention in Honolulu due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, Rotary announced it will hold its annual gathering in Honolulu for the membership service organization’s 118th convention on June 5-9, 2027.
Held in a different city around the world each year, Rotary conventions bring members from all continents and cultures together to learn from each other and various experts, and to share ideas for delivering long-term solutions to the world’s most persistent humanitarian issues. Approximately 20,000 Rotary members from 170 countries were expected to attend the event in Honolulu in 2020, which was estimated to bring $35-40 million into the local economy.
“After canceling our convention in 2020 due to COVID-19, we are grateful to the citizens of Honolulu for welcoming us again in 2027,” said Rotary International President Holger Knaack. “As a global organisation that values bringing people together, we look forward to sharing and celebrating our friendships, cultures and service in the spirit of Aloha.”
“Beyond the incredible economic impact this convention will have, the people of Hawai’i will be inspired by the humanitarian causes of Rotary International, to include: promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, supporting education, growing local economies and protecting the environment,” said John De Fries, President and CEO, Hawaii Tourism Authority. “As a global community, Rotary members embody the values we cherish here, in Hawai’i.”
Organized by Rotary International in conjunction with the Honolulu Host Organizing Committee of local Rotary members, the convention will provide attendees with ample opportunities to experience Oahu’s many attractions.
The Rotary Club of Honolulu, chartered in 1915, is Rotary’s first club in Honolulu. Today, there are more than 1,470 Rotary members who belong to over 45 clubs across Hawai’i taking action on important local issues including drowning prevention, creating green space in Waikiki and helping homeless people receive medical care.
Coffee Chat at Impressa, Unley Shopping Centre
10.30 am on the first Friday of the month is good for a chat with Rotary friends and a caffeine fix! Next one, Friday 4 June - DON'T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR ROTARY SHIRT
Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday 8 June - 6 for 6.30pm Damien on Fisher
Event: Club Consultations
Set-up and Welcome......Virginia Cossid and Chris Davis
Tuesday 15 June - 6 for 6.30pm Damien on Fisher
Event: An Evening with Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment Attendees
Early: David Middleton & Nathan White | Late: Pam Trimmer & Vera Holt
Week 4: 25 June 2021
Early: Stephen Baker & Judi Corcoran | Late: Jason Booth & (John Peacham)
Week 5: None
Early: Bob Mullins & Wendy Andrews | Late: Jerry Casburn & Heather Kilsby(Reno Elms)
Rotarians, who are unable to attend as rostered, please arrange a swap or as a very last resort contact: Pam Trimmer (T) 8293 2612; (M) 0415 238 333; e-mail: pamela.trimmer@bigpond.com
Bunnings Mile End and Mitre 10 Barbeques
ALL the Bunnings Mile End Barbeque shifts are from 8am to 5pm
Next one is Monday June 14 (Queen's Birthday Holiday) followed by Monday June 28........Ken is looking to expand his BBQing talent pool and would be delighted with more volunteers.
The Mitre 10 BBQs are the first and third Saturdays of each month.....next one 5 June
The Tale End.....
Today a man knocked on my door and asked for a small donation towards the local swimming pool, so I gave him a glass of water.
I changed my password to "incorrect" so whenever I forget it the computer will say, "Your password is incorrect."
Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity.
I'm great at multi-tasking--I can waste time, be unproductive, and procrastinate all at once.
Doesn't expecting the unexpected mean that the unexpected is actually expected?
Hospitality is the art of making guests feel like they're at home when you wish they were.
Television may insult your intelligence, but nothing rubs it in like a computer.
I bought a vacuum cleaner six months ago and so far all it's been doing is gathering dust.
If you keep your feet firmly on the ground, you'll have trouble putting on your pants.
Ever stop to think and forget to start again?
There may be no excuse for laziness, but I'm still looking.
He who laughs last thinks slowest.
I was going to give him a nasty look, but he already had one.
The grass may be greener on the other side but at least you don't have to mow it.
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the fund raised or than US$86 million.
We saw single artists, duos and groups. All were amazingly talented musicians, and/or singers. The instruments ranged from guitars, to piano, to trumpets and cellos and many more,
