We wanted to start by expressing our gratitude to all members who attended our recent meeting. Despite the last-minute cancellation of our guest speaker, the evening turned out to be an entertaining and engaging one. A huge thank you to Ian Ash for stepping in with an intriguing group activity. Your creativity and talent were truly appreciated, and we're so glad you could save the day!
News from Environment
We'd also like to thank our Environment team for updating us on their projects. The bird hollows initiative is off to a great start, and we're excited to see the progress. Don't forget to mark your calendars for Clean Up Australia Day on March 2nd, where we'll be volunteering with the community. More details to come!
Conference Costume Sorted
The CCC Committee (Conference Costume Committee) gave us a sneak peek into their plans, and we can't wait to see our club shine as the boldest and most fun club in the district! Conference tickets still available!
2025 Rotary Ride for Medical Research
John Shaw also reminded us that it's time for his epic bike ride to support Australian Rotary Health. This incredible organization funds research, awareness, and education for healthier minds, bodies, and communities. They also provide scholarships for rural medical and nursing students, as well as Indigenous health students.
John does this ride every year and has raised over $25,000 personally. Good Luck John, what a legend you are!
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 $368
Winner Aneesh Bajaj
Chocolate Winner
Kerry Champness
Duty Roster
Duty Roster 4 Feb 2025
Fellowship
Barrot, Gayle
Chairperson
Adams, Greg
Response
McInerney, Tina
Furnishings
McAllister, Andrew
Guest Minder
Cain, Carol
Journalist
Ash, Kristine
Duty Roster 11 Feb 2025
Fellowship
Wilson, Susi
Chairperson
Brock, Peter
Furnishings
Brock, Peter
Journalist
Penny, Shalini
Acting President
Clark, Emma
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Allan Douglas
January 7
Greg Adams
January 23
John Henderson
January 25
Anniversaries
John Henderson
Angela
January 5
Marcus Adams
Sally Adams
January 27
Lorna Shaw
John Shaw
January 31
Community Notices
Events
We are regularly asked to share information on other Rotary Club or community group events. Rather than list all of them in Sparkle, please check out them outHERE
Emerald Village Community
Emerald Village Community update can be found HERE
PP PHF Shalini Penny adds a regular paragraph about Rotary in this newsletter.
