July Bulletin
Bulletin July 2017
New Rotary Year Month
As we move into the new Rotary year; on behalf of the Club members I would like to acknowledge the excellent work President Denise has put into her role as this year. We have had a very successful year and the Club is vibrant and well positioned to continue its community work, along with the many enjoyable Club fellowship and fundraising activities. We wish Joy Millen all the best as she takes over the role of President for 2017-2018.
June 5th Meeting
Kerry Kornhauser was due to speak on, “Ending Trachoma by 2020” but was unable to attend due to a personal circumstance. President Denise took over and showed a short video on Rotary’s cause to eliminate Trachoma in indigenous communities throughout Australia. This prompted much discussion and interest from members who would like to become involved in the project. This will be followed up with further information in the oming Rotary year.
June 19th Meeting
Stephen Ingrouille from Going Solar Pty Ltd
Stephen delivered a presentation on many aspects of ‘Going Solar”. He showed us examples of how new buildings and facilities have integrated solar energy into their designs. This ranged from Educational Institutions, houses, heritage buildings and council works to name a few. The focus was on sustainable living and the use of renewable energy. He emphasized the fact that the costs continue to come down and that technology is moving so fast.
District 9800 Changeover
On Sunday June 25th President Denise, Joy, Pat and Barrie, Menka, Anthea, Peter Hille and Ann Haynes attended District Changeover at the Melbourne RACV Club. The lunch was most enjoyable and as usual the Fitzroy Rotarians had a jolly good time. The occasion celebrated District Governor Neville John’s year and welcomed Peter Frueh as the new District Governor for 2017-2018.
Club Program and Calendar
July 2017
New Rotary Year Month
1 July Rotary Footy lunch
Brunswick Street Oval
3 July Fellowship Meeting
Royal Derby
9 July Changeover Lunch
Greenacres Golf Club, Kew
10 July No meeting
17 June ‘Sports Scholarship Dinner’
Bowls Club
24 July Speaker, Rupert North,
Coordinator ‘Youth & Middle Years’
Yarra Council, Bowls Club
31 July ‘Christmas in July’
Bowls Club
August 2017
Membership and New Club Development Month
7 August Fellowship at the Royal Derby
14 August AG Anne King
Bowls Club, Board Meeting
21 August Speaker on “Abbotsford Convent”
Bowls Club
28 August tbc
Coming event Reminders:
Saturday 1st July, Rotary Footy Lunch’ at the Brunswick Street oval. This is a Rotary fundraiser and it is still not too late to book. We need your support. Please ring Peter Hille on mob: 0407 177 457
Sunday July 9th Fitzroy Rotary Changeover
Greenacres Bowling Club, 51 Elm Grove, East Kew
$60 for a 2 course luncheon
Phone: 0421 060 468
millenjoy@gmail.com
‘Christmas in July’
Monday 31st July. Beverley McFarlane is sponsoring this fundraiser to be held at the Bowling Club, 6.00 for 6.30pm. RSVP your attendance by 27/07/2017 to Beverley 0412 365 404 or Menka 0408 392 009.
Please let Pat Morton know ASAP and by 4.00pm on the Thursday before the meeting, if you are an apology for meetings or bringing guests. bp.morton@hotmail.com or 0429 198 784
Board Members
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President |
Joy Millen |
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Secretary |
Phil Hill |
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Treasurer |
Pat Morton |
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Past President |
Denise Charman |
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Humanitarian Services |
Sue Moses-Critchley
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Website & Social Media |
Barrie Morton |
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Membership Strengthening |
Peter Hille |
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Foundation & Fundraising |
Jonathan Thick |
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Bulletin |
Ann Haynes |
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Community Service/President Elect |
Steve Earl |