Highlights from our Rotary changeover.
Anne Burns welcomed guests to Taungurung Country.
The toast to Rotary International was proposed by Ian Gibb.
The toast to Rotary International was proposed by Ian Gibb.
Past DG Phil Clancy spoke in response to Ian's toast, referring to the recent RI International Convention in Melbourne last month. Those who were unable to attend can follow the links to RI in our club bulletin to experience a sample of the convention presentations. In particular Phil cited the efforts of Ukrainian John Hewko ,CEO and General Secretary of RI to assist refugees, who currently number 100 million world wide, and rising. Peace is not merely the absence of war. RI are seeking to become practitioners of peace, to start waging peace, not war. Building pillars of positive peace by developing human capital, acceptance of the rights of others, equitable distribution of resources and maintaining good relations with neighbours.
Toxic polarisation is a threat to world peace. The End Polio Now program is a great example of peace building. Lessons learned from the polio program have been applied during the Covid pandemic.
Toxic polarisation is a threat to world peace. The End Polio Now program is a great example of peace building. Lessons learned from the polio program have been applied during the Covid pandemic.
The Memorial Candle was lit by John Turner, in remembrance of members who have passed.
Pres Sharon Fox outlined her report on the year's activities, as printed in the annual report. Highlights include meeting the goal of increasing membership ( 9 new members, a 30% increase), thereby reinvigorating the club. An international project, providing humanitarian relief for Ukrainian refugees, was initiated, facilitated by incoming president Geoff's partner Sue, and has been further supported by our neighbour clubs at Euroa and Mansfield.
Sharon then inducted Geoff Proctor as President RC Alexandra for 2023-24 .
Sharon then inducted Geoff Proctor as President RC Alexandra for 2023-24 .
Incoming Pres Geoff challenged members to ask themselves - What do we do? How do we engage the community? How do we encourage younger people to join us? What are the needs and requirements within our community? Housing for essential workers and emergency housing for those escaping domestic violence may be a focus. What do we do? Why do we do it? How are locally raised funds used? The answers to these questions will guide our path in the coming year.
Geoff then introduced his incoming board
International - Maria Price Secretary-Helen Gibb
Community Service- Ian Gibb Treasurer - Lynda Robinson
Pres Elect - Graeme Bylund Art Show - John Allcock
Vocational- Sharen Robinson Vice President - Sharon Fox
Geoff then introduced his incoming board
International - Maria Price Secretary-Helen Gibb
Community Service- Ian Gibb Treasurer - Lynda Robinson
Pres Elect - Graeme Bylund Art Show - John Allcock
Vocational- Sharen Robinson Vice President - Sharon Fox
The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to those who helped set up for the evening, and Goulburn River Inn crew.
