Happenings at the last meeting
This week we were back at the Golf Club. Catering was a little bit compromised because some people had not responded to the email Chris put out regarding who would attend. However, we had a sumptuous repast of chicken, chips and salad which few members could finish. Thanks to Chris (and his “team”) for organising and delivery.
It’s funny. Here we were sitting outside under cover, looking out across the green of the fairways with only a tiny zephyr of a breeze. Rather idyllic in theory but not so great in practice as the sun sank, without losing it’s ferocity, and forced members to follow the shade so as not to melt. A First World problem.
After dinner Harry brought us up to date on the latest issues with particular emphasis on the tragedy unfolding in Tonga. He has contacted Disaster Aid to find out if there is anything we can do to help out.
Chris said that RAWCS Australia was in communication with RAWCS New Zealand. At a District level the Rotary Australia Relief Fund will look at providing Emergency Response Kits. Of course, donations will be expected and accepted.
Chris reminded us of the upcoming Australia Day Celebration being organised via Zoom. The Fun Run BBQ was quite successful and we were reminded to let Chris know if we are attending a meeting so catering can be arranged.
Merv now arose to command attention for fines and lotto.
Next, Tony spoke about the upcoming Market and hopes that the weather won’t have too much of an effect on attendance.
Greg spoke on the Habitat Restoration Fund Open Day coming up on the 12th February. They would like volunteers to help as road traffic marshals and would donate to Rotary in thanks for the help.
The subject of future venues for our meetings was raised. It seems that members would like a venue that was more private and of a quality that reflected well on the Club, so as to attract new members. It was pointed out that the Board has been looking for a new venue for quite some time but has been unable to either find a suitable venue or get information on possible venues. If any members have suggestions on suitable venues, that the Board hasn’t already addressed, please pass them on to a Board member for investigation.
The status of the Strategic Plan was raised. All members participated in a discussion. It was suggested that in future a Business Meeting should be regularly scheduled in which the Plan and it’s progress are discussed. This was agreed and endorsed by the meeting.
Next week’s meeting is a Social Night at the Pig & Whistle in Main Ridge. (Your Ed: will not be attending so would appreciate if any photos or news titbits are forwarded to him so they can added into the next Bulletin).
The meeting finished after 8:00.
