A very international theme today. We welcomed Rotarians John Brennan and Ken Davis from Canada and Gary and Kerstin Langendorf from Sweden. Gary and Kerstin are the parents of our 1993 incoming student – Lina Langendorf. Gary gave a brief address to the club. A very warm welcome to you all and hope your travels are safe and enjoyable.
Our guest speaker was our very own George Waters speaking on Foundation.
Along with the help of Cilla Black singing Älfie”, George spoke about his perception and interpretation of what Rotary Foundation is and how we fit with it. If you want to know more, speak with George as I could not do justice to his presentation! Thanks George, an enlightening and humorous presentation.
An International Expo is being organised in Bendigo. The expo is to provide Rotarians and the general public information and ideas on what projects are being run and what the possibilities are. This has been run in Melbourne and provided and stimulated ideas. The general public will be encouraged to attend to learn more about what Rotary can do.
The cluster is organising this expo and needs volunteers from each of the clubs. I am looking for 1-2 volunteers, so please contact me if you can be involved.
Stan gave a report on the Swap Meet last week-end. The turnover was slightly down – possibly because of the weather on Sunday.
Peter Rainey gave an update of the progress of the Australia Days plans and the changes for this year.
Paul Kirkpatrick advised members that we need some nominations for new members and reminded everyone of the opportunity that is offered with the cluster Foundation meeting next week.
A reminder that our morning meeting has been cancelled for the meeting on Tuesday night.
Have a great week everyone. Cheers, Cathie
'A message from Evelyn Lehmann'. Bookings for the foundation dinner are through our website booking system NOT via the phone please.
DIRECT FROM THE OCTOBER BOARD MINUTES. THE FOLLOWING DATES THERE WILL BE NO MEETINGS AT BRIT.
26/11/2014 (Replaced by Foundation dinner on 25/11/2014)
24/12/2014 (Christmas Eve)
31/12/2014 (Christmas break)
28/01/2015 (Replaced by Australia Day Event)
We will resume on Wednesday 7th January with a BBQ at Lake Weeroona.
PE Paul Henderson is still about three Directors short for next year's Board. Please speak to Paul if you can help.
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.
