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25.01.2022 Presidents Annual Report. As Malcolm said, Life wasnt meant to be easy. Rotary has made a difference this year thanks to the efforts of the Rotary members and our wonderful friends of Rotary. We welcomed Kerry Burge, Chris Barry and Meg Dunn to our fellowship. Bob Flowers with the support of our members provided a wide and varied range of guest speakers from local and beyond. The fires affected our social night but didnt dampen our spirits. Thanks David and Gay Strongma...Continue reading
25.01.2022 Rotary Alexandra awarded a Certificate of Appreciation to Bruce Colville. This was in recognition of his contribution to our community as a police officer and community member. Pictured are Pam Colville, Rotary President Helen Gibb and Bruce Colville
25.01.2022 Please support local businesses who are our major sponsors. Businesses including DMK are supporting our Easter Art Show in 2020. Without local support Rotary cannot fund local projects and events.
24.01.2022 Invitation - Rotary Club of Alexandra Zoom Changeover Wednesday June 17 2020 7pm! Please click the link below at 7pm on Wednesday June 17. ... https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78181517595 ODQvcFNsdz09 Meeting ID: 781 8151 7595 Password: 3rcWrj Zoom meeting June 3rd DGE Bruce Anderson. Our first official Zoom Meeting! Seventeen Alex Rotarians zoomed in to hear our Guest Speaker, DGE Bruce Anderson. There were apologies from Bruce Hyatt, Bob Flowers and John Bassett. DGE Bruce spoke about how the Covid19 pandemic has affected Rotary across the world and also how it will affect us all in this District, how we can expect the virus to affect how we meet and how it may affect our programs in the future. As a scientist in the field of virology he feels that ensuring the basic washing of hands good hygiene and maintaining social distancing is essential into the future. Covid19 is a very difficult virus to create a vaccine for. Many people in many countries are working hard to create an effective vaccine or testing to find anything in the medical armory which can help to destroy Covid. John Cannon thanked Bruce for a most enlightening conversation with a scientist who is speaking from experience and knowledge! Below a photo from his visit in 2016.
24.01.2022 COVID-19 Screening Clinic Thursday 7 May A major COVID-19 testing blitz is currently taking place across Victoria, to better understand how the virus is spreading in the state. While the number of cases is low, there is still a chance that the virus is present but undetected in Victorians. Widespread testing is strongly encouraged at the present time and every effort is being made to actively find cases of COVID-19. As part of the testing blitz, Alexandra District Health wil...l be conducting a drive-through screening clinic for people who are asymptomatic (do not have symptoms), on Thursday 7 May between 10am and 1pm. Asymptomatic community members are able attend the Health Service during this time for testing. Testing will be undertaken in the car park by Alexandra District Health staff, with traffic management assistance from Murrindindi Shire Council. People requesting testing will be required to present their Medicare card and complete a consent form at the time of screening. Temperature and symptom screening will be undertaken prior to testing. This service is available for people with no COVID-19 symptoms and who are otherwise well. People do not need to self-isolate if they are tested without COVID-19 symptoms. A nurse from Alexandra District Health will contact anyone who volunteers to be tested with their results. A copy of the information sheet Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) getting tested when you do not have symptoms (asymptomatic testing). What you need to know is available via our Facebook page and website. Consent can be completed either by hard-copy form or by using the DHHS COVID-19 Rapid Screening Tool on your personal mobile phone.
23.01.2022 Come down to Carols in Rotary Park now
21.01.2022 Wood Auction this Saturday, July 27th: Ian, Sharon, Melinda, Chris, Ross and Bob cut and split 5 cubic metres of wood - 2 cubic metres to be in Saturdays Wood Auction at 10am Perkins Street.
20.01.2022 Wood auction this Saturday Morning all just an update on the community Wood Auction this Saturday morning 10am Perkins Street,due to the current restrictions, we will be registering buyers from 9:30 come down inspect the trailers you wish to bid on ,there will be two seperate auctions starting at 10 am with 20 registered buyers in each auction there is plenty of trailers around 13 /14 in each sale ,please support our local community groups , people bringing trailers in are asked to leave the area before the sale ,so we can have genuine purchases in the auction area further enquires to Andrew 0418 266038
20.01.2022 January 22nd Guest Speaker will be Deirdre ODonnell ! Deirdre is the Deputy Chair of the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulations If you think this would be of interest, Rotary meets at the Alexandra Golf Club, 6.30 for 7.00pm on Wednesday, January 22nd. Guests must book in by Monday, January 20th with Rotarian John Monteath. Meal is $20 per head and drinks at bar prices. Contact John on:... Ph: 0417 390 266 or email John Monteath at: [email protected] .
19.01.2022 This beautiful watercolour, painted and donated by Mandy Valsinger, was 1st prize in the Rotary Club of Alexandra Art Raffle 2020. It was drawn on Monday 13th April and won by Janet Strochnetter of Alexandra. 2nd prize of an elegant wooden vase by Ken Wraight went to Judy Dillon. 3rd prize of a hamper donated by Helen Haines MP was won by Tony Pammer. Rotary wishes to thank these people for their generous donations. Even though the Art Show had to be cancelled due to the corona virus, the raffle is a valuable source of funds for future projects. Many thanks to everyone who bought tickets and helped us raise $1200. Pictured are Helen Gibb (Art Show Director) and Gaby Cannon (Friends of Rotary) who drew the winning tickets from a safe distance.
19.01.2022 Due to coronavirus restrictions Robert Chaffes funeral will be streamed on https://www.facebook.com/14555747/posts/10221487122674883/
18.01.2022 YOUTH Director 2019 2020 John Cannon Once again Rotary Club of Alexandra has invested in the youth of our district as a major priority. We have a range of programs which cover both individual and group activities: National Youth Science Forum I would like to recognise the outstanding contribution made by science teacher Kathy Zerbe to the NYSF program over many years! Kathy has retired and will be missed! I feel this is one of the most important individual programs we suppo...Continue reading
18.01.2022 Our guest speaker this week was Janet Baxter who runs Nanna Jan’s ‘Third Drawer Down’. Janet opened a pop-up shop four years ago - it was expected to run for three months and is still going strong! The shop is both a source for haberdashery and craft supplies, a retail outlet for locally made craftwork, and also a community hub. With the move to larger premises in the former Footsteps shopfront, it became possible to run classes where skills could be shared. The shop became... home to a knitting group, Yarck CWA craft workshops. ‘Rural Australians for Refugees’ is a beneficiary from a project recycling old table linen ($10,000) In the early stages of the pandemic many, many masks were sold, or facilitated. Anne Coward is a dab-hand at mending, and 20% of the income generated from her sewing is donated to Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal. The shop also supports ‘The Samaritan’s Purse’ project by covering postage of shoebox-sized parcels filled with school supplies and hygiene requisites for recipients in third-world countries (500 x $10 per box so far). Stock to Nanna Jan’s ‘Third Drawer Down’ comes from haberdashers and small warehouses which have closed, so prices are very reasonable. ASC students have recently had fun sourcing costumes for muck-up day, and some students have taken up sewing / craft and mending during Covid19 isolation. President Helen noted the shop has been a hub of activity and a great resource for the community. See more
17.01.2022 Easter Art show has been cancelled. We have just received sculptures that will be at the Easter Art Show from Jennyfer Stratman. Jenn has a studio in New York where she exhibits her work. She also spends time in Australia. She sent us these two works. 1. December Dreams a sculpture in bronze and timber, 51 by 37 by 9 cm. 2. Lost for Words a sculpture in bronze and timber, 59 by 31 by 11 cm.
16.01.2022 Guest Speaker Deirdre ODonnell Deirdre is the Deputy Chair of the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulations. Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation(VCGLR) OVERVIEW (Source: 2019 annual report)... The VCGLR is an independent statutory authority which regulates Victorias gambling and liquor industries. Its vision is that Victorians and visitors enjoy safe and responsible gambling and liquor environments. The VCGLR regulates businesses focusing on the people, premises, products and promotions involved in the supply of liquor and gambling, to ensure the integrity of the industries and to minimise harm. The Commission is one of several regulators in the system that oversees gambling and liquor (including, State, Federal and law enforcement agencies). The VCGLR regulates: over 23,000 liquor licences over 600 Keno outlets 730 wagering and betting agents administering the State-wide cap of up to 30,000 electronic gaming machines (pokies) across more than 500 gaming venues over 790 lottery agents one casino operator. Local examples Currently there are: a. 114 Liquor Licences in Murrindindi Shire b. 17 Liquor Licenses in Alexandra c. 1 Gaming Venue in Murrindindi Shire d. 0 Gaming Venues in Alexandra e. 0 Keno Venues in Murrindindi Shire f. 0 Keno Venues in Alexandra g. 3 Wagering Venues in Murrindindi Shire h. 1 Wagering Venue in Alexandra GAMBLING FACTS AND FIGURES In 2019, player loss was $5.869 million, and government taxes and levies were $1.826 million. Each year the VCGLR assesses and determines over 6,000 gambling activities such as gaming industry employees, casino special employees and venue operator licences as well as overseeing bookmakers, community and charitable gaming applications and regulating public lotteries. LIQUOR FACTS AND FIGURES In the 2018-19 year, the VCGLR determined 16,227 liquor-related applications, with most being for temporary, limited or major event licences. There are 23,127 active permanent liquor licences. The VCGLR issued over 27,000 proof of age cards. The demerit point register has 57 licences presently on it. VCGLR THE ORGANISATION approximately 210 FTE budget is around $40M p.a. based in North Richmond, but with small regional offices in Sale and Ararat
16.01.2022 Sasha Barrow from the Embassy of New Ideas speaks at Rotary. Sasha gave a brief outline of some of the projects being conducted by the Embassy of New Ideas. Covid19 has meant they need to be innovative to connect with our community. The pop up kitchen involving 8 groups/businesses. 1,004 serves of soup to Marysville, Alexandra, Taggerty and Eildon. This was greatly appreciated.... 40 volunteers baked 1100 ANZAC biscuits and delivered 282 packages of biscuits to Kellock, Darlingford, Yea nursing home and RSL members. 120 pandemic care packages containing donated goods distributed. Darlingford provided with 28 gowns and 50 masks made by 20 helpers. Kellock and Darlingford provided with 12 hand sewn isolation holders for PPE. Community Caring cupboard outside Embassy. Improved as result of Shire grant using recycled materials. Requires non perishable goods and personal care items 150 Covid flags so far. Looking forward to a post covid celebration. Can be viewed in shop window next to Cafe Alex. Food hampers provided by OEG and distributed to those in need. Something many didnt realise Sasha is responsible for the community covid noticeboard in the rotunda. What does the future hold? Dealing with anxiety as a result of lockdown- mental health issues. Have FRRR community grant for community garden- provide fresh local produce. Socially connect community later in the year. Community compost collecting from Hotel Alex. Growing Good Will Garlic to provide income to support ongoing sustainability of the community garden. Mobile pop up cinema Community bike shed to recycle bikes. Community sharing shed https://www.facebook.com/EOIAlexandra/ Facebook provides information and photos of projects. Sasha provided a wonderful insight into the contribution the Embassys contribution to our community.
15.01.2022 INTERNATIONAL / FOUNDATION Director 2019 2020 Debbie Skinner Thank you to members: Meg Dunn; Chris Jackson; Sharon Robinson Budget: $3,000. It was a small budget, percentage wise, in comparison to other clubs which supported Foundation projects - $100 per person at Alexandra Club, and the Birthing Kits ($1,000) activity which had been planned in the previous financial year and not undertaken. Our members provided the International toasts from the club and this was divided ...between members as much as possible and they could pick a club / country of interest to them personally. Putting together two hundred birthing kits was our major activity this year and was supported by a few members. The finished kits were distributed to India, Dr Congo; Papua New Guinea and Ethiopia missions and distribution centres. This supported the Rotary Foundation area of saving mothers and children. Director Debbie also attended the conference Aug 2019 for and joined the Rotary RAM (Rotarians Against Malaria) Foundation area of fighting disease as a speaker for future events. This will be ongoing in the next financial year. Debbie & Meg attended the International District Workshop in Oct 2019 led by Kerry Kirk with the aim of increasing group cohesion and possible joint project. With COVID -19 affecting us all in the way we function, further meetings were attended via Zoom and other planned activities had to be cancelled. Debbie Skinner See more
14.01.2022 Thanks to John Cannon for helping put wheels on the new couches paid for by the friends of the Alexandra Library .
12.01.2022 BENALLA UNITING CHURCH EMERGENCY FENCING TEAM North East Victoria Response The Emergency Fencing Project is part of the Mission of the Benalla Uniting Church Congregation. It is supported by the people of the church with prayer and resources. ... It is caring and supportive of the landholder during a time of emergency such as fire or flood. It is emergency work and therefore does not compete with local contractors. It completes the process of fencing using the labour of volunteers. The team has been in operation for many years commencing with the Black Saturday fires. It is very experienced having conducted fencing reconstruction at Strath Creek, Wandong, King Lake, Buxton, Boho and Boweya. Calling on donations to assist with fuel for fencing machinery and other expenses. BSB 083 541 NAB Account # 81370 6561 Account Name Uniting Church in Australia Benalla Parish Ref - Fencing Calling on volunteers to assist with emergency fencing in the Corryong district and other areas as necessary. email PDG Bernie Bott on [email protected] The team is covered by Insurance for Volunteers under the banner of the Uniting Church Insurance facility.
11.01.2022 Rotary Primary School Encouragement Awards for 2020 (Eildon) The Rotary Club of Alexandra is delighted award our annual Primary School Encouragement Awards. Local primary schools have nominated the most deserving Grade 6 student to receive this year’s award. Financial assistance of $300 is awarded to the student to provide encouragement and assistance in the move from primary to secondary schooling. ... Due to covid we are unable to have a presentation night and the Alexandra standard has kindly agreed to publish a photo of one recipent each week with a copy of their citation. This will give public recognition and every students should be commended on being chosen for this award. Chelsea Webster’s citation from classroom teacher Hayley Crowle. Eildon Primary School is proud to announce our recipient of this year’s Rotary Primary School Encouragement Awards is Chelsea Webster. Chelsea is an amazing student who constantly strives to achieve her personal best in all areas of her learning. Chelsea is always smiling, approaches each challenge with enthusiasm and optimism. She is highly supportive of her peers, actively offering assistance however they need it. She is caring and kind, quick to rush to those that are hurt or upset, comforting them. In class, Chelsea works hard to do her best, listens to feedback and advice, acting on it to improve her learning. She is very creative, with amazing artistic talent which she infuses into all areas of her schooling. It has been a delight to have taught Chelsea and see her grow into a wonderful young person with a huge heart. We wish her all the best in her future endeavours. Picture from left: Helen Gibb (President), Chelsea Webster & John Cannon (Youth Director).
11.01.2022 Wood Raffle: We made $2,406 from our recent wood raffle. Many thanks to all involved. It was won by Corrie Phelps. Thanks Cindy for drawing the raffle!
10.01.2022 Rotary Primary School Encouragement Awards for 2020 (Marysville) The Rotary Club of Alexandra is delighted award our annual Primary School Encouragement Awards. Local primary schools have nominated the most deserving Grade 6 student to receive this year’s award. Financial assistance of $300 is awarded to the student to provide encouragement and assistance in the move from primary to secondary schooling. Due to covid we are unable to have a presentation night and the Alexand...ra standard has kindly agreed to publish a photo of one recipent each week with a copy of their citation. This will give public recognition and every students should be commended on being chosen for this award. Aiqha Mosquite citation from her classroom teacher Ms. Alexandra Wilson. On behalf of Marysville Primary School and our community, I wish to sincerely thank Alexandra Rotary for their continued support toward these educational scholarships in our cluster. It is our great pleasure to nominate the 2020 Marysville Primary School Year 6 recipient, Aiqha Mosquite. Our nomination is in acknowledgement of the Rotary’s Award’s purpose; to encourage Aiqha to pursue lifelong learning and rise to her personal potential. Aiqha has consistently demonstrated a passion for learning, a deep commitment toward achieving her personal best and a genuine care and concern for others. Aiqha is a purposeful learner who always comes to class well prepared and works hard in all areas to learn new skills. She manages her time and effort well and has developed a keen interest toward team sports, particularly with friends and others at lunch breaks. Aiqha participates in all school activities, including fundraising days, camps, athletics and netball. Aiqha has been a valued member of our school community since Year Prep and has meticulously upheld our values of Respect, Honesty, Responsibility and Community. She has consistently demonstrated qualities of a caring member of the school, being a role model and helping others in the yard and in the classroom. The support of family is an important addition to the life of all children and Aiqha enjoys the love and support of her family. This was particularly evident this year during Remote and Flexible Learning. Aiqha was always present online and collected materials from school, with assistance from her family. It is this dedication and commitment to our school and community that makes Aiqha a worthy recipient of this award. Again, I would like to thank the Rotary Club of Alexandra for providing this fantastic award to all the deserving recipients in our Cluster. On behalf of Marysville Primary School, congratulations Aiqha on a magnificent achievement. We all believe in your potential and hope this award inspires you in life and your educational journey. Picture from left: John Cannon (Youth Director), Aiqha Mosquite, Tom Farrell (Secretary) Helen Gibb (President) and Alexandra Wilson (teacher)
10.01.2022 Easter Art Show 2020 cancelled. It is, with great disappointment, that the 2020 Art Show was officially cancelled last night.Easter Art Show 2020 cancelled. It is, with great disappointment, that the 2020 Art Show was officially cancelled last night.
09.01.2022 Rotary opens 2019-2020 fire relief fund Tom Farrell President of the Rotary Club of Alexandra announces that at a special Board meeting that the Rotary Club of Alexandra a Bush Fire Relief Fund was opened with a contribution from the Club of $4000. Tom said the impact of large fires on communities is only too real to members of the Rotary Club of Alexandra who were responsible for the effective distribution of over $700 000 after the 2009 fires. The Rotarians put in thous...ands of hours to ensure those in need received some help. The Alexandra Rotary Club fire relief fund will concentrate first on supporting Rotary Club of Wodonga-Belvoir as these funds are going directly to the Corryong/Cudgewa Communities and the fencing effort of the 9790 Fencing team lead by Alan Stafford to replace boundary fencing. As with all Rotary Club appeals 100% of all moneys donated will go to the cause with the Rotary Club of Alexandra covering any administration and other on costs. Tom invites the wider community to contribute to the fun and donations may be made: Directly to the Rotary Club of Alexandras treasurer Ian Gibb, Cheques may be directed to: The Rotary Club of Alexandra,C/- PO BOX 76, ALEXANDRA. Vic 3714 with the cheques made out to the Rotary Club of Alexandra (2019 Fire Relief) and /or Direct fund transfer may be made using the following details. Account Name "Rotary Club of Alexandra BSB 083 503 Account No.606630744 Identifier 2019/2020 Fire Relief ( all donations must include this detail) The distribution of the funds will be decided on the needs of the individuals as determined by the recommendations from the Rotary Clubs in the fire effected areas. This is a project of the Rotary Club of Alexandra and the project management team includes members who have had hands on experience in fire recovery and the impact that fire has on the communities in the fire area so that donors can be confident the funds will be spent wisely.
06.01.2022 Congratulations Helen Gibb PHF for being inducted as President of the Rotary Club of Alexandra last night. Thanks to outgoing board members Melinda and Chris Jackson for their dedicated service. Welcome President Elect Bob Flowers to the board.
06.01.2022 Easter Art Show Raffle 2020 Raffle still going forward. 1st Prize "Sacred Lotus" by Mandy Valsinger -priced at $450.00... 2nd Prize Woodwork by Peppin Point Wooodworkers. 3rd Prize Hamper donated by Dr Helen Haines (Member for Indi) Ticket $2 each, drawn 1pm April 13th See more
06.01.2022 Rotary Primary School Encouragement Awards for 2020 The Rotary Club of Alexandra is delighted award our annual Primary School Encouragement Awards. Local primary schools have nominated the most deserving Grade 6 student to receive this year’s award. Financial assistance of $300 is awarded to the student to provide encouragement and assistance in the move from primary to secondary schooling. ... Due to covid we are unable to have a presentation night and the Alexandra standard has kindly agreed to publish a photo of one recipent each week with a copy of their citation. This will give public recognition and every students should be commended on being chosen for this award. President Helen Gibb and John Cannon awarded Max Young with his award outside the grounds on Wednesday. Thanks to his teacher Michael Heyes for making this possible. Students from Marysville, Eildon and Alexandra will feature in coming weeks. Buxton hasn't a grade six student this year at the school. Max was nominated for the Rotary Encouragement award due to the mature approach he continually shows towards all aspects of his learning. He has really extended and challenged himself this year, taking responsibility and ownership for his own development. Max is always thinking about how his actions may affect others, developing into a fine role model for our school and community. Well done Max!
05.01.2022 Meals on Wheels. Helen advised that volunteers were still required to assist with the Meals on Wheels programme. If you can assist make contact with Kevin Twan the Volunteer Co-ordinator at Nexus on 1300 773352.
05.01.2022 Social meeting on January 8th cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and smoke. Tom.
05.01.2022 COMMUNITY SERVICE REPORT Director 2019 2020 David Dimech It has been a privilege to serve as the Club Community Service Director for year 2019 2020. I have had the wonderful support of the club members of Community Service and together with the other club members we have risen to the challenge of providing Service above Self. The Rotary Club of Alexandra is a vital and integral part of the community of Alexandra. Through the dedicated service of the club members, who v...olunteer to serve others, the club can provide timely and at times, life-changing opportunities to the community At times some people can feel isolated and our community service projects can help to bring people together. It has been said that there is a Pandemic of loneliness throughout Australia and Rotary is here to help. Although it feels we have been in lockdown for months, there has been some Rotary Community Service taking place. Our Bowel Scan Appeal through the Alexandra community was again a success by the number of tests that were taken during this time. Some Green Waste recovery was attended to by members and the Firewood Program has been attended to once again. We enjoyed promoting Hat Day and raising funds and awareness to Mental Health programs and challenges. Further planting of additional trees to the Leckie Park Tree Program took place in partnership with the Murrindindi Shire Council. Rotarians were once again up bright and early to cover the gates of the Alexandra Agricultural Show and helped to make the day a success for all and see that parking and patrons were ushered smoothly to the correct entrances. The Alexandra Rodeo was ably assisted by club members who helped to see another successful event within Alexandra. Many locals and visitors enjoyed the Rodeo and spending time in the local area. The Australia Day event in Alexandra was well attended and the all enjoyed receiving a free cooked breakfast as the Rotarians cooked up a storm. Many visitors, locals, families and children enjoyed the activities in Rotary Park whilst celebrating our National Day. The events of 2020 then took over as we all made adjustments to our lives as the Corona Virus swept through the World. We managed to squeeze in the Music in the Park event in Rotary Park. The musicians were wonderfully entertaining as witnessed by the members of our community. It has been a challenging year for us and we were fortunate to have President Tom Farrell to lead us through these times. I look forward to continuing to serve the community through our Rotary Club as the incoming President, Helen Gibb, leads us into the 2020 2021 Rotary Year. Yours, David Dimech Community Service Director Rotary Club of Alexandra
05.01.2022 Cycle Dindi April 4 2020 Interested? contact Melinda (Alexandra) 0418 378 806 Julie (Yea) 0447 762 557 or Peter (Mansfield) 0414 715 757 www.rotaryalexandra.org.au... www.yearotary.org.au A charity bicycle event along the Great Victorian Rail Trail THE MIDDLE WEEKEND OF THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SATURDAY 4 APRIL 2020 This event is a fund raiser for Rotary Youth Projects The event on the Great Victorian Rail Trail will be centred on the lovely townships of Yea and Alexandra and will include an opportunity to ride across the iconic Bonnie Doon bridge Choose See more
05.01.2022 Rotary Christmas Celebration Fifty Rotarians, families and friends had a wonderful night at Rotary. The power returned just at Ross set up the generators. We strted by recognizing the outstanding efforts of two of our Rotarians. John Monteath was recognised with a Paul Harris Award and Bob Flowers with a sapphire pin added to his Paul Harris award. The presentation of Paul Harris Fellow recognition is The Rotary Foundations way of expressing its appreciation for a substanti...al contribution to its humanitarian and educational programs. It is named for our founder, Paul Harris, a Chicago lawyer who started Rotary International with three business associates in 1905. Recipients are designated to receive this recognition as a special expression of appreciation from the Rotary Club of Alexandra. A world of peace and goodwill comes closer to reality today as they become a Paul Harris Fellows. It is because of gifts like these made in their honour that The Rotary Foundation is able to carry out an array of programs that achieve beneficial changes in our world: improved living conditions, increased food production, better education, wider availability of treatment and rehabilitation for sick and disabled, new channels for the flow of international understanding and brighter hopes for peace. A contribution to The Rotary Foundation is an investment in the ideal of goodwill, peace and understanding. That is an ideal held high by Rotarians the world over, and one that they clearly shares. Working with such individuals of goodwill, we believe the ideal will become a reality. Special thanks to Joan and the other ladies from the golf club for their outstanding catering. Again the singers led us in a wondering selection of carols joined by our popular barman Neil Robinson.
03.01.2022 District 9790 Bushfire Recovery Newsletter April 6, 2020 Report on the first three months of recovery activity As I write this newsletter, we are all experiencing the severe restrictions imposed on us during this COVID-19 pandemic as governments attempt to curtail the spread of the virus. I hope all readers are safe and coping with the self-isolation rules....Continue reading
03.01.2022 Seven ladies enjoyed an hours picking then scrumptious morning tea courtesy of the Bassetts last Friday. Total raised including current jam sales for Rotary was $206.00!
03.01.2022 Great to partner with The Yea River Landcare group and Friends of the GVRT to plant trees this morning on the Rail trail not far from Cheviot Tunnel. Fantastic morning for it and four members of the Cycle Dindi committee (Julie, Glenda, Bob and Melinda (RC of Alexandra) did their bit to assist. Thanks to Bob (or more correctly his wife Jan) for the delicious choc chip cornflake cookies!
02.01.2022 Fun Night at Rotary David Strongman, being the Fun and Fellowship Director, was the MC for our social evening. Since our night at the Strongman property in January had to be postponed due to smoke from bushfires, David and Gay organised a wonderful evening of Christmas food, frozen since December, and fresh salads and sweets. Dressed in sparkling hat and braces, David was a picture of fun and frivolity. Gay organised all the food and supervised the kitchen borrowed from the G...Continue reading
01.01.2022 District 9790 Bushfire Recovery Update January 20, 2020 The District 9790 Bushfire Recovery Project continues to respond to emergencies and the consequences of the bushfires in north eastern Victoria and southern New South Wales, while being mindful that we still have a long summer and fire season ahead. Late last week the Ovens and King Valleys still had uncontrolled fires threatening the towns of Bright, Myrtleford, Mount Beauty and Milawa-Oaxley, as noted by Beechworth p...Continue reading
