August Bulletin 2022 (Aug 01, 2022)

The Rotary Club of
Geelong Central

August Bulletin 2022

Changeover Dinner and Paul Harris Fellowships 2022

On Tuesday the 5^th of July, we celebrate the conclusion of a Rotary year and the beginning of another with our annual changeover dinner.

As we reflected on the year, we looked back at the contributions we have made. Overall, we donated $42,816.61 to various causes. You can see the full breakdown here

On the night, President Don made some award presentations to those doing outstanding work in the community.

We presented Ken Petzerides with a Paul Harris Fellowship, for his fantastic work with Shoulder to Shoulder

We presented Jan McGowan with a Paul Harris Fellowship, for her work with the Christ Church Meals program for the homeless.

Don also presented PDG Phil Beasley with his 5th PHF Sapphire pin & Richard Oakley his 3rd PHF Sapphire pin. Don also presented a Paul Harris Fellow to his wife, Loida Shields.

We thanked Phil Beazley for his service to the club over many years and said that although he has transferred to RC of Torquay, he will always be a Geelong Centralarian as far as we are concerned, and he is welcome back at any time.

Finally, Ken Petzerides presented the club with a Certificate of Appreciation for the Fuel Safety Cabinet we presented him.

This wonderful night of celebration was a great end to a wonderful rotary year. Thank you to everyone involved for their hard work and dedication.

Jazz Swings in Mental Health

Posted by Linda Carr

An evening of great Jazz and wine (BYO) with an ensemble from Kardinia College and a quartet from St. Joseph's College plus a six person band of professional musicians.

A light supper will be served by students from North Geelong Secondary College. Tea and coffee available.

BYO drinks only and bring your own glasses plus snacks.

This Rotary Club of Geelong fundraiser is an initiative to specifically support the mental health of youth who may be in need of support or professional help. The mental health of youth is a paramount concern. Many of our young are suffering mental anguish and too many have dropped out of education altogether. We must support our young.

All the proceeds of the evening will be directed to Headspace Geelong, Ocean Mind and The Power In You Project.

Book Here: Jazz Swings | In the Mood for Mental Health (protix.io)

The Great Registration Race!

Posted by Jed Castle

From Saturday the 24th of July to Sunday 31st of July is DonateLife Week! Run by the Australian Government’s Organ and Tissue Authority and supported by DonateLife agencies across every state and territory, DonateLife Week is a public awareness initiative that encourages Australians to register as organ and tissue donors.

This year, we want up to 100,000 more Australians to register as organ and tissue donors and join The Great Registration Race for DonateLife Week. We know 4 in 5 Australians support donation, yet there are around 13 million Australians aged 16+ who are eligible to register as an organ and tissue donor – but haven’t.

It only takes one minute to sign up at donatelife.gov.au or just three taps in your Medicare app.

Join the #GreatRegistrationRace with us and encourage 100,000 Australians to become registered organ and tissue donors by the end of #DonateLifeWeek. Together, we can help turn this number around. 1,750 Australians are currently on the organ transplant waitlist. You could help save a life one day and change someone’s life forever.

Nepal Hospital

Posted by Linda Carr

District Conference at Port Fairy features a powerful presentation by Dr Louise Harper about genital prolapse prevalent in Nepal. Dr Harper spoke about the impact Rotary has had on their fundraising to build a hospital to train local medicos and treat young mothers suffering with this easily treated malfunction.

Geelong Central is investigating a local event to raise awareness and funds, to complement District’s efforts. Watch out for more details and check out this site for more information about the hospital. Australians for Women's Health

BEEing Aware

Posted by Linda Carr

It’s hard to overstate the importance of bees. Out of the 25,000 bee species in the world, only four make honey. Producing honey and beeswax is just the tip of the iceberg. Although many species of insects pollinate plants, honeybees contribute to the pollination of 84% of the crops grown for human consumption (a third of all the food we eat) as well as many crops grown for livestock.

Have a look at Rotarians for Bees Website for an update on the current Varroa situation- https://rotariansforbees.org/

Geelong Drone Expo 2023

Posted on Jul 27, 2022

https://geelongdronexpo.com.au/

The Geelong Drone Expo 2023 will be an exciting addition to our region’s events calendar. Whether you are an experienced drone operator for business or leisure or just starting out and want to learn more there will be much to keep you enthralled. Come face-to-face with how drones are used in community organisations and industry. Hear from government and academic speakers on innovation, safety and trends. The Drone SWAP meet will provide a chance to recycle and met up with like-minded enthusiasts.

But let’s be honest, not all the family may be interested in drones so there will be activities for the children and tastings and music to keep all visitors entertained as well. You can even dine in style at the Winning Post Restaurant. Oh.. and did we mention the Drone Racing Demonstrations?

Geelong is a UNESO City of Design and how better to demonstrate this than through the Drone Photo competition, open to all clever and budding artists.

And the best bit ………….100% of surplus funds raised will be used by Rotary to assist with housing stress relief in the Greater Geelong area. Come along – enjoy the day and support our local businesses and community.

info@geelongdronexpo.com.au

Drone Expo Sponsors & Exhibitors

Posted by Linda Carr

The Sponsor & Exhibitor brochure has begun to be sent out and the team is following up with prospective Leads. Thanks to Geelong Insurance Brokers who are our first Exhibitor, offing a drone insurance product.

It’s not too late to send us your leads for Speakers (Jo D), Exhibitors to Jo White (RC Bayside 0419.155.183) and Sponsors to Allan Murphy (RC Kardinia 0425.729.905). The “Supporter” category has been developed with Rotarians in mind and communication will be going out to all clubs in our District very soon. We have submitted Club’s application for a CoGG Community Events Grant, results will be known in November 2022.

Environment Program - Groups 9 & 10

Posted by Linda Carr

Following on from the success of the World Environment Day dinner, Geelong Central have joined with RC Bayside, Geelong, East and Highton to apply for a CoGG Environment grant. The aim is to inform and inspire Rotarians and members of the general public about what is happening local and the small changes we can all make individually to future-proof Australia. The program initially has five offerings:

Bee hotel building workshop – take home, using recycled timber
Cooking class on family plant-based meals – cook and eat
Visit to composting site at Lara or Anakie
Visit to Sparrowvale wetlands restoration
“Environment in the Pub” – casual drinks & presentation

Thanks to Barb Sheehan of RC Highton who wrote the grant on behalf of the five clubs.

Market Waste Reduction

Posted by Linda Carr

Thanks to Kim who wrote our Environment COGG grant submission for the Market Waste Reduction Campaign. The application supports the Waste strategy discussed by club members during our Covid years and which begun with a survey of stall holders. If our application is successful we will not only be able to introduce a bin strategy to take the burden off President Don but also some other measures that will showcase our environment efforts to the general public. Grant outcome will be known in November.

Regionalisation Project

Posted by Jed Castle

Rotary International is considering a project to address membership, public image, communication, leadership, and fundraising challenges to help define a more sustainable future for Rotary.

For more information regarding the Regionalisation Pilot, click here

You can also download a fact sheet here

Sea Sunday for Seafarers

Posted by Linda Carr

Australia Rotary Health

Posted by Jed Castle

The Latest Australian Rotary Health Newsletter is available for reading

This issue includes

2023 Research Grant Funding EOI is NOW OPEN
New Research in Bowel Cancer Screenings
The Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance
Intervention Designed to improve the Mental Health off Young LGBTIQ+ Australians
$36k Raised for ARH in Golf Day Event
Lift the Lid on Mental Illness
and so much more!

Geelong Food Relief & Social Breakfast
Geelong Food Relief Centre
Dec 17, 2024 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Geelong Waterfront Makers and Growers Market
Steampacket Gardens
Jan 05, 2025 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Club Assembly
Quest Apartments Geelong Central
Jan 14, 2025 7:30 am - 8:30 am

Club Meeting - Vocational Service
Quest Apartments Geelong Central
Jan 21, 2025 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Geelong Food Relief
Geelong Food Relief
Jan 28, 2025 7:30 am - 8:30 am

Board Meeting
Zoom
Feb 03, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Club Meeting - Peace & Conflict Prevention
Quest Apartments Geelong Central
Feb 04, 2025 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Geelong Makers and Growers Market
Steampacket Gardens
Feb 09, 2025 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Club Assembly
Quest Apartments Geelong Central
Feb 11, 2025 7:30 am - 8:30 am

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