Welcome to another Bulletin. There’s a short report on last week’s meeting; information on this week’s meeting, including the roster (please check this – you may be rostered on); a letter from the Embassy of Ukraine; a report from roving reporter Faye; information on various Rotary activities; and, as usual, some humour for those who make it to the end. Happy reading!

 

There was an error in the email address attached to the Regionalisation Pilot: heads up article last Bulletin. Please direct any questions to our Regionalisation Representative, Leigh Robinson on email leigh@Lrcoach.com.au.

 

The huge variety of Rotary community and fundraising projects is something that always amazes Tony and I as we travel around and see more and more Rotary branded projects.

 

On the glitzy ritzy Gold Coast of Queensland we came across the Rotary Broadwater Chapel by the Sea beautifully restored and operated by the Rotary Club of Broadwater Southport.  The chapel is located in the foreshore park amid the more usual Gold Coast high rise buildings. It is a delightful small white building with a stained-glass window. At the back of the building facing the busy Gold Coast Highway is a large digital display sign advertising that the chapel can be booked online for weddings, baby naming ceremonies and other events - a fantastic location overlooking the calm waters of the Broadwater.  I am sure it gets a lot of bookings and is a good fund raiser for the Broadwater Southport Rotary Club.

 

 

District 9705 is arranging a visit from 9 – 12 September for 15 Rotary Foundation Peace Fellows currently studying at the University of Queensland for a master’s degree in international relations, sustainable development and peace and conflict resolution.

 

The purpose of their visit is to give them exposure to a range of Canberra-based organisations and people, both government and non-government, that are involved in peace and conflict studies, so that they have a broader understanding of Australia’s approach to these critically important areas.

 

On Monday the 11^th of September at 6.30 for 7.00pm there will be a Gala Dinner for the Fellows at the Hellenic Club in the City at 13 Moore Street, Canberra. This dinner will provide the opportunity for Rotarians and Rotaractors from around the District to meet and dine with the Fellows, to hear of their journeys and achievements, and their aspirations for the future. You can be assured that you will leave the function in awe of these young men and women and incredibly proud of what The Rotary Foundation has achieved and, continues to achieve, through the Peace Fellows Program.

 

The cost of the dinner is $50 comprising an entrée and main course, coffee/tea. Drinks may be purchased at the bar. Dress for the function is smart casual.

 

Time is short and seating limited so please register to attend via the article on the district website home page.

 

 

Through academic training, practice and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Centres’ programs at universities in the USA, Sweden, UK, Japan, Uganda and Australia develop the capacity of peace and development professionals to become effective catalysts for peace. The fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation and internship and field-study expenses. Further information on the program can be found at https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/peace-fellowships.

 

Since the program began in 2002, the Rotary Peace Centres have trained more than 1,600 fellows who now work in over 140 countries. Many serve as leaders in governments; NGOs; education and research institutions; peacekeeping and law enforcement agencies; and international organisations like the United Nations and the World Bank.  

 

We look forward to seeing you at the dinner and helping us welcome the Fellows and celebrate a great Rotary program.

 

If you have any queries, please contact Bruce Osborn on 0404 850 638 or Rosemary Everett on 0408 301 850.

 

To be held in Queanbeyan! Details are now on the home page of the District website (https://rotary9705.org.au/).

 

Time is running out to secure your ticket for the 2023 'Moments That Matter' Rotary and Rotaract conference.

With a speaker list jam-packed, audiences will hear inspirational stories from business and community leaders and experts in their fields. 

Key note speakers include Rotary International President Gordon R. McInally and Rotary International President-elect Stephanie Urchick.

For more information and to purchase tickets head to the conference website.
South Pacific and Philippines Office Support Team
 

The RYPEN Committee is sorry to advise that due to a lack youth leaders being available for the planned RYPEN program that was to run in October it has been decided to postpone this event and look at rescheduling it in March/April in 2024. Clubs will be notified when a new date is obtained.