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Chairperson for the evening Suzanne Lee-Archer, who introduced the guest speaker Win Fowles and her own guest Didi Kello. Wedding anniversaries this week - Geoff and Chery Leddy and Dr Pete and Trish Harding.
The international toast was proposed by Tony Long to the Rotary Club of Karachi Pakistan, in District 2671; they sponsor and police Polio Plus and support water sanitation. Tony also elaborated on the number of Rotary Clubs in the world, noting there are 45,000 clubs worldwide.
President David addressed the meeting regarding the successful Trivia Night which was well supported. Also as the end of the financial year is approaching, he spoke about the necessity to commit funds to The Rotary Foundation. Barbara Bailey was congratulated on attaining 20 years of service in our club. Clive Seymour was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship and Ken Hinkley was noted as having attained four sapphire awards.
Director’s moments
Bruce Radford spoke about the upcoming RYDA programmes in June and July and there are five clubs involved, Geoff Leddy being the coordinator for Caloundra Pacific. Volunteers needed.
Ross Harrison spoke of the recent trip to the Philippines and their next aim is to improve the accommodation for the teachers at the school they assisted, in previous trips.
Member’s Moments
Peter Hovey spoke of the upcoming Vocational Excellence Awards, given for customer service and is seeking nominations.
Les Pontin spoke regarding the upcoming Vinnies sleepout for the homeless and as of 8/5/25 he had personally raised $2,500 and of course he wishes to increase this dramatically with our further support.
Graham Bowden spoke about a book, The Shortest History of France, and recommended reading the publication.
Guest Speaker
Our own member and guest speaker, Win Fowles was introduced by President David Wallis. Win gave an amusing presentation regarding SIGNS OF LIFE with photos he had taken over many decades all over the world.
After the raffle was drawn, and the chocolates finished, the meeting closed at 8 pm.
NOTES:
Next Week - GS are Kirra and Steve from Beechtree Distilling Co
Following week - RUSCCF Meeting
