Congratulations to the Conference Committee (pictured above) on putting together the Joint District Conference. I personally enjoy the conferences as a way of catching up with people old and new, as well as learning about what other clubs are doing. Rotary clubs in WA are involved in so many activities and projects, both locally and globally. However, I am still amazed at the number of people I meet that do not know what Rotary does. This has to be addressed if we are to attract more members. As has been discussed with some of our members over a few drinks, the solution lies in a professionally managed PR campaign that is financed with a contribution from ALL clubs in Rotary WA.
At last week's meeting our members who attended conference shared some of their 'thoughts' from the conference. Our soon to be newest Rotarian Cindy Wiese and President-elect Peter McEwen shared the following for this week's AA.
"As a new Rotary Club member, attending the District Conference 2021 was a great opportunity for me to enjoy the company of club members and expand my knowledge of what it means to be a Rotarian.
My husband, Mike and I experienced a warm welcome from members at the Official Opening held on Friday evening. We were surprised and delighted to catch up on the night with some former friends and colleagues from the South West of WA. The Opening night was a great chance to meet and get to know Rotarians from other clubs in an informal setting and chat about projects that are important to them. I enjoyed connecting with others enthusiastic to collaborate across clubs, to brainstorm ideas and share experience and resources to best benefit mutual projects.
The conference days were an education for me, presenting both speakers and exhibitors with many worthy projects.
Memorable speakers for me, included; Michael Chaney who spoke on the challenges we face in modern society to engage busy people to commit to membership in any form. How will Rotary continue to attract and inspire members to commit and embrace being active community citizens and leaders.
Motivational speaker Cam Calkoen was an inspiration. Cam not only overcame his disability but thrived and excelled, he is a role model to all people on dreaming big and achieving your dreams through hard work, tenacity and a big dose of humour.
Jennifer E Jones (Int. President nominee) spoke on how we can all tell the story of Rotary. Every club has a story or stories to tell and every Rotarian has the ability and perhaps obligation to promote the importance of Rotary, its humanitarian work and impact locally and globally.
Attending the conference allowed me to gain insight into the almost overwhelming number of humanitarian causes that need our help and that I am proud to be a Rotarian and hope to make a difference".
2. Peter
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Conference provided a quality venue and some quality speakers. Key takeaway message from a number of speakers was that membership decline for all clubs, not only Rotary, is a major issue and needs continued attention and a refocus. We need to DREAM BIG, ACHIEVE MORE”
My thanks to Chris Whelan, Clive and Jan Pearson, Peter McEwen, Logan Duncan-Smith, Cindy and Mike Wiese, and Val Philp for making up the Applecross Rotary representation to this very special event in the RotaryWA timeline.
Rotary Youth Event with special guest Greg Hire
Youth Director Logan Duncan-Smith has again managed to organise a well known sporting player to be the keynote speaker at our next youth event. Greg Hire from Perth Wildcats is also the founder of '
A Stitch In Time', an NFP organisation that 'promotes wellbeing through advocacy, education and social connection for individuals and communities'. Logan will also have speakers promoting Rotaract, RYLA, RYPEN etc.
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Do you require a club polo shirt?
An order is currently being put together for those members, partners and supporters of Applecross Rotary who need a club shirt.
Let me know by
email if you would like to order a shirt with the size and if you want your name embroidered onto the shirt.
The cost is as follows:
Polo shirt with club logo - $45
Polo shirt with club logo plus name - $50
The polo shirts have kids size as well, so if any ladies are below a size 12-14 (men's small) they can check the sizing.
Applecross Rotary 50th Anniversary Celebration
The plan is to celebrate our 50th Anniversary at this year's changeover dinner in early July. Any contributions from our current and past members would be appreciated such as photo's, stories, project information etc. I will start to run some past AA articles in our current AA to highlight some of our history.
Some of the Past Presidents (Picture taken in 1988)
