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President's Report No 36
 
 
Greetings to you all,
 
As you are well aware, we’ve been busy getting all the final details together for today’s R100 Baton relay. But by the time you read this it would all be over after months of planning.
As you know it’s been a long time coming and I hope we make an impact on the local community on just what we do to get the message out there.
Rotary’s 100th Birthday is really something to celebrate, and for all of us to be a part of that celebration, is not only a once in a lifetime event but an honour too.
My role as President in all this is not only the pleasure of having fellow Rotarians join me in this celebration, but family and friends alike, the community support and special guests such as the Mayor Libby Stapleton and Deputy Mayor Liz Patterson, Cr Rose Hodge and of course DG Phil Beasley and Judy, who all contributed to keeping our RC of Torquay on the map celebrating this 100th year event.
 
See elswhere in the Bulletin for further details (with plenty of photos) as to how the day panned out for those who couldn’t make it.  Otherwise, I hope for those who did, you all enjoyed yourselves. 
I for one won’t ever forget being able to tick off a Harley ride on my bucket list, finally getting my 70th Birthday wish and most importantly having the honour of representing our great Club and kicking off the 1st leg of the Baton Relay.  As the saying goes:    
 
“We have Fun being Serious” Or should that be: “We Seriously have Fun”
 
There is No Meeting for Members tomorrow Night as the Board will be holding a meeting. The following week is the Book Fair wrap up and Thank You function for Sponsors and Volunteers.
 
The final arrangements for this will be confirmed mid week and you will then receive an Event Invitation which will confirm all details. Please read it carefully when you receive it as there may be some differences to a normal Dinner Meeting.
 
President Jan 😊
 
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Chairmans Report - Michelle van Liessum
Posted by Maggie Isom

Michele Van Liessum , who was our Guest Speaker on Monday night is District 9780 Fund raising Chair on the District Donations Committee of the Rotary Foundation. Michele lives in Torquay, and is a member of the Geelong Rotary Club . Michele explained about the different areas of the Rotary Foundation
 
Personal Giving to The Rotary Foundation
 Contributing to TRF is voluntary, but a certain expectation is accepted by Rotarians that they support TRF to the best of their abilities.  It might well be suggested that philanthropic activities of members might be thought of as a personal goal, in making TRF your charity of choice- it’s a tax free donation.
 
 
 Centurion Program:
This program is used in this District as a method of supporting the Annual Program Fund, and has been well canvassed within  District 9780. 
Through the principle of Every Rotarian Every Year, its operation involves $100.00 per head per annum.  It also supports the Sustaining Member Program that is achieved by a contribution of US $100.00 per head per annum. Centurion contributions can be directed to Polio Plus, with all avenues accruing credits for PHF recognition.    
 
 Paul Harris Fellow [Recognition]:
This particular contribution is US $1,000.00 and is possibly better known than most.  This recognition can be built on with additional contributions of US $1,000.00, over any period of time, to add five Sapphires and then three rubies to the badge.
 
Benefactor and Bequest Society:
This form or level of contribution comes from a different direction;   this level is available to any member that makes provision in their Will or Estate Plan, naming Rotary as a beneficiary.   This outright contribution becomes part of the Permanent Fund
 The Rotary Foundation then  transforms those  gifts into service projects that change lives both close to home and around the world.
Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects.   
 How does the Foundation use your donation
1] Annual Programs Fund: This fund is the Primary source of funding, for TRF and its programs.
2] Permanent Fund: This is an endowment fund, from which, any earnings from the capitol contribution, are spent on the Foundations programs.
3] Polio Plus Fund: This fund is responsible for paying all grants made in support of the polio plus program, and it's goal of the eradication of polio worldwide.
 The forms are attached  to this report
With your help, we can make lives better in your community and around the world.
 
We used this evening to recognise the dedicated work of our member & Past District Governor Chris Sims who was Chair of Rotary Foundation giving Program for many years. A power point presentation and a  certificate of appreciation was presented to Christine Sims  from the Club.
 
 
 
TO VIEW THE PRESENTATION FROM THE MEETING Click Here
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No Club Meeting Monday 22nd March - Board Meeting Only

 
 
Please remember that there will be NO Regular Rotary Club Meeting on Monday 22nd March There will be a Board Meeting Only.
 
 
 
The following week on the 28th March we will be meeting again at the Lions Village for a wrap up of this years Book Fair and to say Thank- you to Sponsors & Volunteers
 
 
 
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ANZAC Dawn Service Cancelled for 2021
 

 
 
Unfortunately, there will not be an ANZAC Day Dawn Service again this year due to the late advice provided by RSL Victoria and the State Government.
 
A small service will be held at 0700 in the Memorial Garden at the rear of the Torquay Bowls Club for Veteran’s only.
 
Thank you for reaching out to the Torquay RSL Sub-Branch and we hope that we can commence planning for the 2022 ANZAC Day Dawn Service in September this year.
 
Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
 
Kind regards,
 
Daryll


                     

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Rotary 100 Centenary  Baton Relay
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2021: we celebrate the Centenary of Rotary in Australia and New Zealand!

The Geelong Clubs Rotary Centenary Baton Relay began   in Torquay today , with many Club members  walking with President Jan Emmett and District Governor Phil Beasley  to the Rob Emmett Play ground President Jan  then travel through the Bellarine Peninsular into Geelong , with a display and an afternoon of activities in the garden at Christ Church  cnr Moorabool & McKillop Streets, Geelong. 
The celebrations and formalities in the Christ Church garden included our very own Trevor Pickles and the Shy Boys playing the music, and was an enjoyable afternoon to celebrate this momentous year in Rotary Down Under .
 
 
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Invitation to Join the Torquay Bridge Club
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Member Birthdays & Anniversaries for March
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Other Clubs Bulletins
 
If you'd like to see what other Clubs are up to? Then click below to have a read of some of their Bulletins:-
 
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The Rotary Ramblers Walking Group are back ! Note New Start Time
Posted by Rhonda Anchen
                                            
We are walking to stay connected and get fit. You can expect an hour and a half walk, dotted with interesting conversation and a good laugh. 
 
So if you're interested please join us at
PLACE - Pt Danger
TIME -  9:30 am
DATE - EVERY FRIDAY
 
All are welcome and be sure to bring a good yarn to share.
 
For more details call Rhonda Anchen on 0488 388115 or Robyn O'Loughlin on 0435 968646
 
Rhonda Anchen
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Australian Rotary Health COVID-19 Update
 

 
 
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Make-Ups......it's Never Been Easier
 
 
Here's a challenge for everyone...….in these "different" times in which we are living there are more and more Clubs now holding on-line meetings so now it's easier than it's ever been to do a make-up.smiley
 
You can do them from the comfort of your own home and you don't even have to get dressed up.laugh
 
Let's have a club challenge to see who can do a make up form the most interesting city. Be sure to grab a screen shot of your meeting and send to me for the bulletin.
 
What a great way to meet other Rotarians from around the world and to find out how they are living through the COVID-19 lockdowns.
 
To make it easy the Rotary Club of Mount Lawley in WA have begun compiling a list of Clubs who are now holding On-Line Meetings to view the list click the link below.
 
 
Good Luck with the Challenge and I
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Future Meetings 
Posted by Amanda Hough
Hi Everyone
As some of you experienced, we had a very successful , fun face to face meeting back at the Lions Village and then with the most recent short lockdown we went back to ZOOM ! 
So depending on the restrictions and as we agreed at the AGM last year we hope to have face to meetings  as well as  a few social meetings - to ensure we continue with our important Rotary social connections. 
 
Date
 
Chair
 
Meeting Details 
 
Meeting Venue
Mon 22 March 
NO MEETING - BOARD MEETING ONLY 
 
 
Mon 29 March Neil Henderson 
Happy Hour Thank you to Book Fair Volunteers & Sponsors 
Lions Village 
Mon  5th April No Meeting - Easter Monday  
Mon 12th AprilJan Emmett
DG Phil Beasley and Judy Beasley 
Allan Hillgrove - Rotarian Behind the Badge 
Lions Village
Mon 19th April Dinner Meeting no speaker  - followed by Board MeetingLions Village 
Sunday 25th April  ANZAC Day March cancelled 
Mon 26th April Armour antiques (military History) TBCLions Village
Mon 3rd May The Rotarian Behind the Badge - Richard Hawker Lions Village
Mon 10th May Fireside Chat?? 
Mon 17th May Dinner meeting - followed by Joint  Board Meeting  
Mon 24th May David Salamy - TrioBikes Lions Village
Mon 31st May George Carman President of the New Multi-Arts Centre Torquay Lions Village
Mon 7th June
 
 
The Rotarian Behind the Badge - Michelle Boddington
Bring a Friend Night
Lions Village
Mon 14th June
 No meeting - Queens Birthday 
Mon 21st June Dinner Meeting - followed by Board Meeting 
Mon 28th June   
Sun July 4 CHANGEOVER LUNCH Kithbrooke Park 
    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

 
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Rotary International & District 9780 Info

 
 
Rotary International President for 2018-19 is Holger Knaack

Holger Knaack, a member of the Rotary Club of Herzogtum Lauenburg-Mölln, Germany, has been selected to serve as president of Rotary International in 2020-21.

​A Rotary member since 1992, Knaack has served Rotary as treasurer, director, moderator, member and chair of several committees, representative for the Council on Legislation, zone coordinator, training leader, and district governor.
He is an endowment/major gifts adviser and co-chair of the Host Organization Committee for the 2019 Rotary International Convention in Hamburg.
Knaack is the CEO of Knaack KG, a real estate company. He was previously a partner and general manager of Knaack Enterprises, a 125-year-old family business.
He is a founding member of the Civic Foundation of the City of Ratzeburg and served as president of the Golf-Club Gut Grambek. Knaack is also the founder and chair of the Karl Adam Foundation.
Knaack and his wife, Susanne, are Major Donors to The Rotary Foundation and members of the Bequest Society.

CLICK HERE to read more about our RI President


 
District 9780 Governor for 2020-21 is Philip Beasley from Rotary Club of Geelong Central 
 
CLICK HERE to learn more about DG Philip Beasley
 
LATEST PUBLICATIONS
To read the DG Phil's latest District 9780 January eNewsletter CLICK HERE
Rotary Down Under Nov 2020 Edition 633 CLICK HERE
 
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2023
Melbourne has been announced as the host city for the 2023 Rotary International Convention, the largest conference secured this century for Victoria.
 
Melbourne is a Big Events City! Set to deliver over $88 million to the Victorian economy, the Convention is the most valuable conference ever won for the state, with the four-day event anticipated to attract more than 20,000 Rotarians from around the world. The global spotlight will be on Melbourne and how we present ourselves to the world.
 
The Convention will take place 27-31 May 2023 using Rod Laver Arena and the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre for functions.
Watch this Space for further news as it comes to hand.
 
ROTARY REFERENCE LINKS
District 9780 Directory 2018-19 (D9780 Rotarians Only)
 
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Rotary Global Rewards Program
 
Rotary Global Rewards, our member benefits program, offers discounts on products and services from local and global
merchants, along with opportunities to give back to Rotary. 

Over 33,000 members have signed in to use Rotary Global Rewards. To raise awareness of this program, you can:
  1. Recommend Rotary Global Rewards to all club members. They can visit www.rotary.org/globalrewards from a computer or download the Rotary Club Locator App to use the program on mobile devices.
  2. Post a "Rewards" link to www.rotary.org/globalrewards on your club and district websites. This gives members easier access to Rotary Global Rewards.
  3. Encourage club members to post offers on Rotary Global Rewards. 
  4. Suggest that club members help the program grow in their communities by asking local merchants to post offers. 
You can find instructional videos, how-to-guides, and promotional materials on the Rotary Global Rewards page of My Rotary.  If you have any questions about the program, write to rotaryglobalrewards@rotary.org. 
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