New District 9780 Governor, Anthony Ohlsen visited our Maryborough club last Thursday, the first of 58 visits to our District Clubs. Enjoy the journey, DG!New District 9780 Governor, Anthony Ohlsen visited our Maryborough club last Thursday, the first of 58 visits to our District Clubs. Enjoy the journey, DG!
As part of the DG visit, our club held a "Christmas in July" Fun Night. The tables were beautifully decorated by Sue Edmondson of Havilah, some members wore Christmas hats and our Fun Coordinator, Tracey Smith organized a Rotary "Pass the Parcel" and a "Musical Balls" game. More pics by clicking "Read more".
Our new President, Meryl James, was inducted by Past President Karen last Saturday evening at the Highland Society. Over 120 Rotarians, Community Leaders and Guests enjoyed a night of ceremony, presentations for significant community work, music and fun. We thank PP Karen for a year of "Making a Difference" and wish Meryl all the best as she leads us to "Be the Inspiration" in 2018-19. Pictured is Meryl being congratulated by our new District Governor, DG Anthony Ohlsen. More pix by clicking "Read more"
On behalf of our club, DG Anthony presented Paul Harris Fellow recognitions to four of our members at last Saturday's Changeover Dinner. PP John Caulfield, PP Martin Mackay, Rotarian Shane Dellavedova and Rotarian Peter Haywood were all congratulated for exemplifying the Four Way Test and the values of the Rotary Foundation in their lives, and each received the PHF badge and Certificate as a reminder of the honour. PP Rod Brown provided very thoughtful and inspiring citations for these four worthy recipients. The world will benefit even further from the service of these gentlemen because our Rotary charity, the Rotary Foundation will receive US$1000 for each of them. Congratulations John, Shane, Peter and Martin!
PP Garry Higgins made two presentations at last Saturday's Changeover for significant service to our Family Violence program. Hannah Frahn was honoured for her work in helping to set up the new Family Violence web page, and Sue Bates was commended for her efforts in designing promotion materials for the program. Garry spoke briefly about the way the new web site will eventually provide vital, relevant and timely information for family violence victims in communities all over the world.
Around 25 Rotarians and spouses celebrated the commencement of the new Rotary year at the home of President Meryl and Geoff on Thursday night. Members started arriving at 5.30pm and some were still chatting on at 8 45pm! There is always so much to say about Rotary! More pics by clicking "Read more".Members are encouraged to attend the Family Violence Forum conducted at the Highland Society on Friday July 20th in conjunction with Go Goldfields and the Loddon Campaspe Community Legal Centre. There will be fantastic speakers who are experts in the field so this will be a great chance to get your head around the Family Violence problem in Regional Victoria. Lunch is provided, and registration is free for the first 100 attendees - however, you MUST register online at "Eventbrite" by clicking the link below. Find more information by clicking the "Read more" link below.
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