Welcome back Danny – good to see you up and about.
Our guest speaker today was Margaret Singe in her role as Family Violence Adviser.
Last Sunday was the cluster President’s meeting. Next April is Rotarians at Work. A suggestion has been put forward to do a joint activity with some other clubs. If anyone has any ideas for our club to do, let Rob or Conor know.
A reminder for all clubs to encourage members to attend the cluster meeting on Nov 25th as numbers are still low. People also need to pay before the night if possible
The Board meeting on Monday night discussed the weekly meeting fee. It was decided to keep the fee at $22 (raffle ticket included). Bring some extra gold coins in case you get fined.
Approval was given to send a local student to the University of Melbourne VCE Summer School, $500 towards the fundraising for a companion dog for Tristian McFarlane and new accounting software for the treasurer. Rob also advised that Hume & Iser will provided $600 worth of goods for Camp Get-away for the BBQ we did for them at their opening day.
The minutes for the Board meeting will be uploaded into club Runner when they have been completed for everyone to read.
Our guest speaker today – Margaret Singe spoke about White Ribbon Day on Nov 25.
She gave the background to why the White Ribbon Campaign in Canada. The campaign spread across 50 countries in the world and Australia became involved in 2003.
The campaign was commenced by a group of men to encourage men to stand up and stop violence against women and children. Bendigo became involved in 2008.
Margaret presented some very sobering figures on the extent of violence occurring in our community.
The theme for this year is “The Elephant in the Room”. A fibreglass elephant that depicts the contrast between violence and non-violence has been produced. The elephant is being exhibited across the region is currently at the Marketplace.
White Ribbon Day will commence with some speakers and a walk through Bendigo.
Hopefully the weekend will go well for everyone at the swap meet.
Also, next Tuesday 18th is our fellowship night at Pat’s pub. Family and friends are also welcome.
Have a great week everyone. Cheers, Cathie
AT 8am on Wednesday the 12th of November 2014. Emma Margaret Meyers was born. First Grandchild for Bruce & Sally. She of course is beautiful.
'A message from Evelyn Lehmann'. Bookings for the foundation dinner are through our website booking system NOT via the phone please.
PE Paul Henderson is still about three Directors short for next year's Board. Please speak to Paul if you can help.
The latest news about Danny O'Brian. He is home and recovering
Members who have new addresses/Phone numbers etc, please use club runner to update your own details. It automatically updates RI and District.
Early Bird entry fees for next year,s conference close on Monday 15th December 2014 please visit the website, for speakers, booking forms, Accommodation and tours.
