Last Weeks Meeting
Pres. Sangeeta
- PP PHF Catherine Elfick – Happy Birthday – Cake was presented in a huge fan wind!!!
- PP PHF Gloria Hargreaves Birthday on 19th December
- 2005 – 30th December Tom Watson joined the club
- 2021 Carol Cain
Chairperson Pres. Elect Kelly McAllister
Thank you to Pres. Sangeeta for the huge effort on Sunday for our Christmas Party – you made it amazing and beautiful
Welcome Kirsty
Toast to the Elderly Mal Wilkinson
I entered the world in Margate, England, where my father practiced carpentry. At the age of 9 in 1953, my family and I embarked on a significant journey to Australia, influenced by the persuasive words of uncles and aunts who, after our arrival, returned to England, leaving us to establish ourselves in Australia. We became "10 pound poms" and found our home in Elwood. My formal education concluded at grade 8 when I was just 14, leading me to join the workforce at a grocery store. On my inaugural day, given the responsibility of measuring out sugar, I inadvertently spilled the entire bag. Thankfully, my understanding boss allowed me to retain my job.
Carol and I welcomed four children into the world during our marriage, but our union didn't endure. Affectionately, we referred to her as the "5'kayer" due to her preference for staying within a 5 km radius from home. Despite our parting, we maintained an amicable relationship. I made regular visits to Emerald Glades, where she resided until her unfortunate passing earlier this year.
Subsequently, I shared three decades of my life with the wonderful Marie. Together, we embarked on countless enjoyable caravan trips. Regrettably, Marie has also passed away. Now, also recently coming to reside in the Glades, I find solace, although I do miss my two schnauzers, Albert and Millie. Fortunately, their new owners ensure they visit me regularly.
One of my proudest accomplishments is establishing my own transport and garden supply business. Reflecting on my journey, I offer this advice: savor life to the fullest and embrace honesty at every turn.
Market Report - PP PHF Catherine Elfick
- Called off on Saturday – was a good call as it rained all day
- Board had voted and the Market will continue next year starting second Saturday in Feb – 10th February
- We have a lot of eggs over – these can be purchased from Lorna @ $4.50
All American & Mancave Alley – Greg Adams
- 18th February 2024 is the date!!
- Everything is underway and the committee are looking forward to the da
- Thank you to our sponsors Barry Plant, That’s Right Bookkeeping and Pedders Suspension
Membership Marketing & PR – PP PHF Ian Ash
- Club survey – will present back on 23 January 2024
Youth – PP PHF Marcus Adams
- Early Nov 3 - youth awards to Emerald Art Society
- Emerald Secondary College Valedictory Evening in early November – 2 Citizenship watches presented by Marcus and Sangeeta
- Presentation night tomorrow year 7-11 $200 music voucher being presented
- Breakfast Club has been going all year – thank you to all the volunteers for the support throughout the year
- Playground relocation – for Sri Lanka – cancelled but happening this Saturday do please volunteer – Selby PS contacted us but we got to the right contact at Rotary Overseas Relocated Playgrounds
- Mental Health Forum – PP PHF Gloria Hargreaves will organise the forum a team is being pulled together to hold the forum in May 2024
Community – PP PHF Emma Clarke
- Emma is proud of the committee and all the work they are doing
- $1000 for hams
- Sorted through all women’s clothing for those trying to get back on their feet and this is being collected this week to be put to excellent use
- This Thursday – presenting the gifts to Lifeview
- Local area a real need for food – food bank – take to Emerald PS and Emma will distribute next week
Shalini, Paul and Carol visiting The Lifeview Emerald Glades with Onslow :)
Vocational – PP PHF Gayle Barrot
- Visit Synchrotron on 5th week of Jan – let Gayle know if you would like to go and then we will be going to dinner afterwards
PP PHF Gloria Hargreaves - Books
- RC of Boronia short of children’s books for their childrens libraries – meeting decided it was fine to share books with RC of Boronia
Tenderfoot Kenyan School – Greg Adams
- Ester the Principal wished everyone a good Christmas
Environment – Allan Douglas
- Recycling Depot at SES for cans – you will get 10c per bottle
- Clean Up Emerald Day – in March
- Keep recycling at home for blister packs and plastic bottle caps
Fundraising – Kelly McAllister
- Sleigh Raffle just over $3,311 raised
- Thank you to everyone who helped with the raffle and Halloween
Burnt Chops !!!
9th Jan Bare Foot bowls in Cockatoo
16th at Hita’s House – more information to come
Pres. Sangeeta
- Thank for chairing Kelly
- Thank you to all the Chairs for their hard work this year
- Thank you for joining the group Amber and Adam
- Thank you for coming along Kirsty we love to see you
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!!
Reminder of dates over the festive season:
19th Dec23, 26th Dec23 & 02 Jan24 – Taking a breather for Chrissy and the New Year – no meet-ups during this time.
On 9th January 2024 – Burnt chop – PE Kelly's gonna shoot an email your way with more info.
On 16th January 2024 – Burnt chop – Hita’s kindly hosting us – details to come from Hita.
On 23rd January 2024 – Our first rendezvous back at Paradise Hotel.
On 30th January 2024 – Social Night – PP Gayle's got the deets, keep an eye out for the email.
The Sparkles performed at Nunawading Rotary Club's Christmas Party - see images in the link below:
