It was great this week to see that foundation member, past president and honorary member Cyril has not lost his touch. Cyril has written to various parts of Rotary to understand what Rotary is doing for the bushfire appeal, including questioning how the raised money will be spent and ifShelterboxes can help. Cyril tabled his replies to date, which generated a healthy discussion on a number of options where can help. I was surprised how much I learnt about Rotary process. Excellent timing as the board meets this week and I will present their decision next week.
Our Next Meeting will be 10 February 2020 when our Spealer will be Ashleigh Bower-Events Coordinator at Arthritis NSW
Arthritis Awareness, Managing the Symptoms;
Arthritis and Osteoporosis NSW is a charity, non-for profit organisation who recognise and advocate for those in our community suffering from Arthritis and similar musculoskeletal conditions. There are several strategies that can be used to mitigate symptoms of arthritis, including exercise, strength training, and weight management, among others. The challenge lies in effective implementation of these strategies among community-dwelling older adults. Arthritis and Osteoporosis NSW would like to educate community populations about these strategies thus empowering them to take control of their Arthritis.
Please note, we now meet in the Crows Nest Hotel Board Room, 1st floor, at 12.30pm Mondays.
REMINDERS:
Please note, we have changed location, back to the Crows Nest Hotel, upstairs in the Boardroom.
District Conference 20-22 March 2020
Next Year RI Convention will be in Honolulu, and as always our Club will be well represented.
Our Last Meeting was on 4th February 2020 when our Speaker wasPhil Narezzi, Chief Operating Officer, Sydney Desalination Plant
The Sydney Desalination Plant is a large scale reverse osmosis desalination plant. The site covers 45 hectares and is located on the coast of Kurnell, 25 kilometres from Sydney's CBD. The Desalination Plant supplies drinking water, when needed, to about 1.5 million people in Sydney, as part of their water supply.
This presentation provided an overview of the Sydney Desalination Plant’s role as Sydney’s only non-rainfall dependent source of drinking water.
Philip is a Civil Engineer with over 25 years of experience in the process and industrial industries working in the fields of operation, maintenance, engineering, technical support and project management. Multiple industry experience across infrastructure service lines including water, roads, rail, transport, Defence and electrical services.
As Chief Operating Officer, Philip manages the plant’s key role in assisting the NSW Government with water security for Sydney.
Monday the 9th of December was our Christmas Party Giving Night!
Club members and families attended this one important night of the year, when funds raised throughout the year 2018-19 of $50,000 is handed back to worthwhile organisations.
Past President Sue Raveane, handed over Cheques totalling $50,000 to seven non-profit organisations, four who look after our local Community, and three who benefit communities in other countries.
Taudumande
Pheonix House
Canteen
Orange Sky
Shelterbox
School for Life
Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children
Past President Sue said "this is what Rotary is all about! Rotarians in our Community giving back to their Community."
A very pleasant evening was had by all who attended.
There is now a single Rotary National Bushfires Appeal entry on the RAWCS Home Page, allowing you to share this in all your newsletters, or Facebook or Instagram platforms as a potential opportunity for the many members of the public who are keen to make a contribution to the devastation.
For the direct link to the Rotary National Bushfires Appeal page use: Bushfire Donations
Funds from this account are channelled directly to the Districts affected to enable their support and rebuilding in the future.
I know some of you have already received enquiries internationally for donations, which is just amazing. These must take a slightly different path, and here are the instructions:
International bushfire donors to RAWCS can only donate by bank transfer to RARF.
SWIFT Code CTBAAU2S [all alpha except second last digit which is a two [2]
Any efforts from Rotary will be once the first responders – RFS/SES/Red Cross/Salvos/etc – have completed their good work, and we can start to help residents and communities to rebuild themselves and their communities. Some affected Districts have formed local work groups or been talking to Blazeaid – all good solutions when the time is appropriate.
On 24th October, the Crows Nest Community Centre are celebrating Children’s Week by holding a BBQ, 10.30am to 1.30pm, Ernest Place, Crows Nest. See Flyer click here.