Monday night we had our RJCA awards. There were eight students in attendance,
seven from Albert Street Primary School and one from South Street Primary School.
The students gave a brief presentation on their personal experience on the Rotary
Program. The students had various tasks to complete, which gave them experience
and confidence in themselves.
Last Saturday I attended the Rotary Community Group Gathering Expo in Bairnsdale.
The program highlights included a walk along the banks of the Mitchell River to
promote awareness of Domestic Violence. Seventeen Rotarians participated in the
walk. Our new Rotary Community Leader for Gippsland Rotary is Di Harrison.
After lunch Di Harrison spoke on family violence and then we had our expo. I learnt
about what other clubs are doing and presented our Wheelchairs 4 Kids project, Bali
and Golf Day.
It was a very enjoyable day meeting other Rotarians.
A fundraising event has been organized on Friday 4 th December at the Newborough
Bowling Club. Tickets are available now, $40 per head. If you wish to purchase any
contact Lyn Cassar on 0434239744.
President Lytn
Botanic Garden Playground – Clean-up Roster
Thanks to the following members who have volunteered to help maintain the
Botanic Garden Playground and surrounding area
November - Robin
December - Ross
A Trip Down Memory Lane
From the archives ............. 2020 to 2023
2020-21
Recognition by Latrobe City Mayor as the “Mayor’s Community Champion” for the role that the Club played in the development of the Adventure Playground in the Botanic Gardens.
Donations of $5000 to Gippsland Rotary Centenary House and $3000 to Latrobe Regional Hospital, as well as many donations to a number of other local groups.
Successful implementation of a number of youth programs including Rotary Junior Community Awards in two schools and Pride of Workmanship awards to students at all local schools.
Ongoing support for the Club’s Bali “Adopt a School” project through purchase of face masks for students to help protect against Covid 19.
2021-22
“We Can Do Better” project to support local food relief program
Restoration of Gazebo in Botanic Gardens and ongoing playgroup maintenance.
Support for local secondary students through the Rotary Foundation Student Scholarship program.
Refurbishment of Gatehouse Gardens signage.
2022-23
Construction of new BBQ shelter and installation of two new barbeques in Botanic Gardens.
Well-attended Men’s Health Night held with presentation by AFL legend, David Parkin.
Social night for past and present Rotarians, partners and guests as we took a stroll down “Memory Lane” looking at the history of the Club.
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