THIS WEEK'S MEETING
Maleny Hotel at 6:30 for 7:00pm for a Dinner Meeting with Guest Speaker Chris Brooker on Vietnam Veterans Day.
DUTY ROSTER
2Aug 23Aug 6Sep
Duty Officer Jim A Keith R Berenice McL
ADO Michael G Neil A Roly N
Registration Laurelle O Ric V John McL
Fellowship Chris B Peter McQ John W
WOOLWORTH SAUSAGE SIZZLE ROSTER
5th Aug 0830 - 1100 Fran T Bernice and John McL
1100 - 1330 Phillip S Greg W Lionel T
16th Sep 0830 - 1100 Peter McQ Roly N Chris B
1100 - 1330 Andy S Lionel T Bruce K
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
On Sunday 16 July at the Koala Fodder Plantation in Springsure Drive, Mapleton 500 eucalyptus seedlings were planted by volunteers - see pictures below. This project was sponsored by the Sunshine Coast Council after initial promotion by the Rotary Clubs of Nambour, Woombye and Maleny.
The Council had prepared the site and then supplied the seedlings and protectors. Volunteers completed the work in one hour - people power!
October is Mental Health Month. At our meeting of 4th October I have arranged for Kirsty and Chris from Bamboo Projects to talk about what they do. Bamboo Projects won the top sustainability business at the Sunshine Coast Council Australia Day Awards this year. Bamboo Projects is a registered mental health and disability support charity, offering a variety of supports, including social and community participation. They engage with those at risk of marginalisation to participate in cleaning up the waterways. This provides connection to community and culture, as well as removing marine debris from our waterways.
Their website is https://www.facebook.com/Bambooprojects/
MINUTES OF MEETING OF 19TH JULY
President Paulette opened this Business Meeting with a new head table arrangement. Club feedback was that it may be desirable to move the long table to the other side of the room when we have guest speakers using the video/audio screen. This will spare several of members having to shift their chairs.
- Official Opening of Koala Fodder Plantation
President P reported that Greg W and she had attended the official opening of the plantation and tree planting event - see report above.
- Maleny Rangers Soccer Club Car Parking 29 July
President P reminded members that the club has agreed to provide assistance with car parking for the Maleny Rangers soccer match at the Showgrounds on 29 July. Following members are confirmed to assist: Roly N, Bruce K, Scott W, Lionel T, Laurelle O, Jim A and Chris B.
- Rotary Charity Golf Day Friday 8 September
Roly N advised that the organisation of the event is proceeding very well with sponsorships for the various holes plus holes in 1 /eagles. A few more raffle prizes would be helpful. The first participants have already paid their fees. Advertising has been placed in the Rotary Gist, local papers and electronic newsletters. Beneficiaries are Orange Sky and Shelterbox.
- Membership Dues
Treasurer Jim reminded members that half yearly fees ($140.00) are now due. He has already received payments from 3 members.
- Club Calendar
Lionel T reported that the Calendar is about to go to print. He was waiting on sponsorships for 2 spaces. But otherwise, well received by our community with 98 photos submitted for the calendar competition.
- Inaugural Xmas in July camping trip to Yarraman
About 20 members are attending.In the absence of Director Craig S, Lionel T and Greg W handed out the Rotary Xmas in July 2023 Road Trip Challenge to members making the trip – 8 Items and the Questionaire for perusal and completion – 45 questions. It is recommended to be aware of the questions and actions required well before departure. For members who are going to Yarraman but could not make our last meeting, give Craig S a call or pop into his office to collect the documents.
- Grants
We have received an application for funding from the Maleny Street Gardeners Alliance.
- Youth
Fran T confirmed that P Paulette, PPs Sherryl and Greg W plus herself would be acting as guides/assistants for the RYDA event on 20 July. Year 10s from MSHS and the Flexi School would be attending.
- Chaplaincy
Fran T will also be attending the MSHS Chaplaincy Breakfast on 3 August and will take the opportunity to hand over our Club donation of $500.
- Environment
Neil A introduced the members on his sub committee; he is planning a letter to every Rotary Club in our District seeking financial support of $10 per club per meeting throughout the year to assist with the cost of undertaking Platypus DNA sampling and research throughout Qld rivers. There was also discussion about the use of our Platypus logo and Platypus bags.
- International
Greg W advised that Craig S is looking for other members to join his committee with plans to promote events and educate our community regarding Lift the Lid for Mental Health, Shelterbox and Polio Eradication.
- Craig S is also planning a lunch with Allan Wilson at Sandstone Point.
- Rotary Bowelscan
Rotary District 9620 Bowelscan project has been extended this year to 31 August.
Fine Session
Our Sergeant Chris B had the bucket rattling with change for another very entertaining fine session.
Member Profile
We had the pleasure of hearing a very interesting and informative talk from one of our newest members, Bruce Kelly, and how a fortuitous visit to the local Watson family in Maleny led Bruce and his good wife Sissel to retire and live in Maleny. After initially working as a pilot in Canada, he made a career change to a people focussed position as a Corporate logistics manager. This lead to positions in senior management with large corporations throughout the world.
Thank you Bruce for your inspiring contribution to the evening.
FUTURE MEETINGS AND EVENTS
16 Aug Board Meeting
23 Aug Maleny Hotel at 6:30 for 7:00pm for DG Visit - Partners' Night
06Sep Maleny Hotel at 6:30 for 7:00pm for a Dinner Meeting with Guest Speaker TBA
08Sep Golf Day at Maleny Golf Club
20 Sep Maleny Hotel at 6:30 for 7:00pm for a Business Meeting
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES FOR AUGUST
29th Bill and Marlene Hankinson Mike Edwards and Angela Griffin
BIRTHDAYS FOR AUGUST
17th Malcolm Baker 20th Jocelyn Brooker 21st Craig Sim
AND NOW FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT
ARE THE OPTIMISTS RIGHT?
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