We welcomed back Sue Beretta from her overseas trip.
From President David
Committee chairs, if you have not already do so, please report to Satbir on attendance at the recent off-site committee meetings.
President David updated the members regarding Past President Andrew Rofe and we wish Simon Cavenett all the best and look forward to seeing him at meetings when he is able.
Rotary Club of Drysdale is selling fair trade coffee and other items to benefit Rotary and members can purchase direct from the Drysdale club.
Committee Report - International Service
Committee chair Warren advised members of the Lithuanian-themed International Night on 6 October.
Consider inviting family and friends.
The Committee's focus this year will be on local international activities including the model United Nations project for our local schools.
Working With Children ("WWC") Checks
Janine advised that in addition to members having WWC check, the District insurance cover requires 3 referees.
Further information will follow via email and the Club will provide assistance to members in getting the WWC check.
The ClubRunner App
Tony Alsop advised that Club Runner has an app available from the App Store and Google Play.
It is great resource for all members and Tony can provide more information and assistance.
Best Wishes from us all
Our thoughts are with Don Macvean for a speedy rehab after his surgery.
Don is at St. John of God Hospital and is looking forward to seeing visitors.
Stan's Big 50
The celebration of Stan Dean’s 50 years as a Rotarian will be held on Tuesday 5 September.
A number of guests from other clubs will be attending including Warracknabeal, Brighton, Beaufort and Ararat.
Several Geelong East members have offered home hosting.
President David will liaise with guests to determine whether they are interested. We will need a small team to help Allanah with the evening’s arrangements. Please contact Allanah if you can assist.
Information pamphlets
Tony Alsop has several pamphlets available to help members approach potential members or simply to provide information about Rotary to friends and acquaintances.
Recording of volunteer hours
Yannick is recording the hours of service undertaken by our members for Club and District activities. Members were asked to email Yannick with details of their hours of service/participation. Email
ylg0504@gmail.com
All members are invited to download the DS photo app and login.
Here are the details (and if you need tech help, Satbir would be delighted to assist):