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Travel time!
Thanks to the lovely Rosaria Miot, our travel expert, who joined us to share her passion for curated travel experiences. With a focus on creating lifelong memories, Rosaria discussed her approach to tailoring trips for busy families, multi-generational groups, and senior travellers. Her enthusiasm and expertise were inspiring,
 
Trivia Success
Huge congratulations to the Fundraising team on a truly spectacular Trivia Night on Saturday! The evening was a resounding success, and it's clear that all your hard work and meticulous organization paid off. Thank you for putting on an unforgettable event - you're all stars!
 
Cozy meeting
Our last meeting might have been a quiet one, but it was still packed with plenty of laughs and good company. Sometimes, a more intimate gathering can be just what we need - it allows for meaningful conversations and connections. I'm glad we could still have a great time together, even with a smaller turnout.
 
Next Week
I'm really looking forward to next week's club assembly! I'm excited to hear about all the projects and initiatives the committees have been working on, and of course, to see all the beautiful faces. It's always great to catch up with fellow Rotarians and get inspired by what's happening in our community.
 
 
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." - C.S Lewis
 
 
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Last Week's Meeting

Sergeant - PHF John Henderson
 
President’s Welcome
  • Welcome to our speaker - Rosaria Miot and guest this evening, Graham Heatley
  • May 2nd Suzi Wilson and Anna St Clair – Happy Birthday
  • Congratulations to the Fundraising team – 150 attended the Trivia Night and The Hub looked great and silent auction prizes were fantastic.
  • Thank you Vocational Team – Carl’s Jnr was great and would you believe two non-rotarians won the bowling!!!
Chair PP PHF Sangeeta Bajaj
 
Guest Speaker – Rosaria Miot
Travel is my passion – whether it be exploring historic cities, savouring local cuisine, or immersing myself in new cultures, it’s always a unique experience.

I love helping clients discover their wanderlust through curated tours, cruises, and tailor-made holidays is something I do best. Working with busy families, multi-generational groups, empty nesters, and senior travellers, it’s a privilege to be part of my clients’ journeys.

Whether you’re envisioning an exciting trip to the Rockies, relaxing in breathtaking natural beauty or dreaming of a river cruise in Europe, I’ll take care of all the details. My purpose is to ensure you create lifelong memories through travel and that your trip is stress-free, enjoyable and unforgettable.
 
 
The Joy of Multigenerational Travel
 
I come from a large Italian family and had a passion for interior design and new renovations but wanted to assist making memories through travel.  I now run an independent travel business that provides personalised service and I am connected to a range of experts.
 
  • Beach relaxation and fun – 3 generations
  • Adventure – safari, Canada, Australian outback – special memories
  • Christmas experiences – German Christmas markets, northern hemisphere – Lapland – glass igloo under the stars and the northern lights. 
  • Making memories balancing everyone’s interests - 3 types of travel I would recommend are listed below:
    • All inclusive – Club Med – perfect choice for families.  Club Med has resorts in Indonesia, Thailand Phuket, Japan skiing
    • Tailor made – interests and budgets – ancestral roots (part of your legacy).  Families are dreaming bigger than ever – Peru, Egypt, Morocco – Rosaria brings these trips to life with 24/7 support.   Vietnam, Japan for example.
    • Cruising – convenience and fun as well as flexibility.  All included taking stess out of travelling something on board for everyone.  South Pacific, Mediterranean etc. 
  • So what to do next??..... Lock in dates, decide on budget and book early.
 
Committee Chairs
 
Fundraising
  • Trivia Night
    • 150 tickets sold for the Trivia Night
    • Raffles and silent auction went well
    • $3,390 profit
    • Such a good night – thank you fundraising team and Kris for PR
    • Thank you to Sid Umesh for being a terrific MC
    • Aneesh did a lot of work behind the scenes – questions etc thank you to him too!
  • Interview on the radio 3MDR – Sangeeta and Toni-Anne
  • Sip and Paint coming up – Mexican Style keep  13 June 2025 free!
  • Suggested the list from the Trivia night are sent a thank you note and letting them know the Sip and Paint event registration link when set up
 
Kerith Cummins – EarlyAct
  • Sunday 18 May there is a Sausage Sizzle associated with Emerald Primary School Ukulele Festival and I may need put a call out for assistance to Rotary members for their expertise!
Pres Kelly – Wrap Up
  • Thank you Rosaria for coming to speak to us
  • Graham – thank you for attending
  • Thank you to Sangeeta - Chair, Carol - Fellowship, and Kris – Response as well as Ian and Roy for doing furnishings.
  • Next week Club Assembly with Toast to the Elderly
 
 
President Elect Peter Brock provides Rotary insights on a monthly basis.
 
Full Details on all the articles below can be found at https://emeraldrotary.org.au/page/rotary-matters/
 
 
Club Notices

Major Event Diary Dates:

Save the date - Conference 2026 is in Hobart!!!  March 13th - 15th 2026.  Nautical Theme

Other Items of Interest: 

    

 

The new Emerald Village Association Newsletter is out with an article, as usual penned by PP PHF Shalini Penny -  click HERE to view.

Upcoming Events
Club Assembly
May 13, 2025
 
Guest Speaker-Sarah Cole & Kerry McGregor
May 20, 2025
 
Guest Speaker - TBC
May 27, 2025
 
Guest Speaker - Kirsty Porter
Jun. 03, 2025
 
Club Assembly - Peter Brock Behind the Badge
Jun. 10, 2025
 
Sip and Paint @ Emerald Arts Society
Jun. 13, 2025
 
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Speakers
Jun 03, 2025
Umbrella Dementia Cafe
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Vision Statement

Thriving and resilient local
and global communities

Mission Statement

Working together to create positive change

in the well-being of our community and beyond

Rotary Invocation

For good food, good fellowship and the opportunity for service through Rotary we give thanks

Rotary Toast

To Australia and the people of Australia (toast) To Rotary International (toast)

4 Way Test

Of the things we think say and do

Is it the truth?

Is it fair to all concerned?

Will it build goodwill and better friendships?

Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

CHOCLOTTO JACKPOT  $349

 
Chocolate Winner
Toni-Anne
Duty Roster
Duty Roster May 13 - Club Assembly
 
Chairperson
Brock, Peter
 
Toast to the Elderly
Ritchie, John
 
Furnishings
McAllister, Andrew
 
Fellowship
McAllister, Kelly
 
Duty Roster May 20
 
Chairperson
Chilton, Shelley-Anne
 
Furnishings
Bowyer, Roy
 
Guest Minder
McInerney, Tina
 
Response
St. Clair, Anna
 
Fellowship
Penny, Shalini
 
Duty Roster May 20
 
Chairperson
Moulday, Melinda
 
Guest Minder
Bajaj, Sangeeta
 
Furnishings
McAllister, Andrew
 
Response
Wakefield, Ian
 
Fellowship
Adams, Greg
 
Duty Roster May 27
 
Chairperson
Ash, Kristine
 
Furnishings
Ash, Ian
 
Guest Minder
Beckwith, Lyn
 
Fellowship
Van Den Bergen, Vicki
 
Response
Cummins, Kerith
 
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Anna St. Clair
May 2
 
Susi Wilson
May 2
 
Gayle Barrot
May 9
 
Tracey-Lee Bannister
May 25
 
Hita Mistry
May 30
 
Spouse Birthdays
Henk van den Bergen
May 12
 
Anniversaries
Christine McLeod
May 31
 
Join Date
Vicki Van Den Bergen
May 5, 2014
11 years
 
Gayle Barrot
May 30, 2000
25 years
 
Linda Culell
May 30, 2023
2 years
 
Rowan French
May 30, 2023
2 years
 
Christine McLeod
May 31, 2022
3 years
 
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