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President's Message
Trevor Pickles
President's Report No 21
Technology has come a long way and that was made clear on Monday evening as Sharen and Taylor Mierzejewsk introduced us to the very latest items in home communications. While it is important for everyone to keep informed of the latest additions to the ‘computerised world’ it often seems a dauntless task, the rate of change is so rapid! Sharen and Taylor are certainly on top of things, so thank you for a very professional presentation – while Richard stood guard at the rear!!
This coming Monday Maggie will be introducing Libby Ellis, a nurse at Barwon Health, as our guest speaker.
Wow who knew an evening of being informed by the technology gurus at LET Surfcoast. Lots of questions answered and a new appreciation for all things to do with the internet including a practical demonstration of Google Home Mini.
If you require assistance with Technology, NBN, or Phones then see Sharon, Taylor and Richard at Leading Edge Technology Surfcoast
I have attended 2 of the Taree Rotary Clubs. Taree North has been the one I have attended most and also helped out in their book shop so I could try and get some of their ideas. (They are willing to sell us a franchise!!!!). The brick building is the size of their book shop and the other photo where I am carrying a box of books is their sorting shed. Amazing the number of books and the set up. I will have more information when I get home.
We are seeking shopping bags for our Book Fair customers to put the books they purchase in.
If anyone has any shopping bags they no longer require, or would like to donate bags to be used at the book fair, please contact Rhonda. You can either bring the bags along to Rotary on a Monday, or contact Rhonda to arrange a pick up.
We have a great start --- Kelly has very kindly donated 100 bags - Thanks Kelly!!
For those who missed the presentation Monday 12th Nov by The Surf Coast Secondary College on their upcoming Kokoda Trek then here is an update from the School
The Club has committed to undertake the parking for the world kite surfing contest finals on 15/12 and 16/12.
Parking duties similar to the night jar 4 to 5 people from 9.30 till 3.30 /4 pm both days . Would be good if we could run 2 shifts 9.30 till 12.30 and 12.30 till 4. So 8 volunteers EACH DAY.
On the Saturday night we are manning a BBQ from 5 till 8 pm where we will need 3 to 4 volunteers.
Volunteers urgently required . Please let me know ASAP 04180520273
Thanks Mal
Please note that to avoid any confusion what was previously known as the BBQ Roster has now been rebranded as the "Events" Roster. to reflect that it includes things like Night Jar Parking, the Book Show etc.
I have also included the dates for the Cadel Evans race (we make $50 for each shift so please register under Rotary)
Note:- Next Event is Bunnings on Saturday 2nd December so please check your calendar
If you make any more swaps please let me know and I will update the roster which can be found in documents in club runner
If you do require to swap a date for any reason you will now need to find someone to do this with yourself. I would suggest that you send the request to Greg who has offered to advertise on a BBQ Roster Trading Post in the bulletin
Rotary recently learned that scammers have created multiple communication and social media accounts that impersonate RI President Barry Rassin, RI President-elect Mark Maloney, General Secretary John Hewko and perhaps other Rotary leaders. The communication accounts include or involve email, WhatsApp and Viber. The social media accounts have been on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
These are not authentic Rotary communications. They are phishing and spoofing attempts to obtain money and personal information. The perpetrators may attempt to convince Rotary members to send funds to support alleged Rotary causes.
Rotary monitors for and responds to these attempts as part of an ongoing effort to keep member, program participant, and staff data safe. We also work with LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and WhatsApp to remove imposter accounts.
Neither President Rassin’s, President-elect Maloney’s, nor General Secretary Hewko’s authentic accounts have been compromised.
Rotary members should continue to exercise caution:
Disregard any suspicious message that offers money, requests money, or asks for your personal information.
Avoid opening attachments or following links in suspicious messages.
Pay close attention to the details of the email address and signature block to verify the sender.
If you receive what you believe to be a suspicious message from the president, general secretary, or another Rotary leader, please forward it to fraudreport@rotary.org and then delete it immediately.
which will be held on Australia Day Weekend, 24-27 January 2019 and we would love your support to raise some much valued funds for our Club!
What better way to enjoy the long weekend and fundraising for the Rotary Club of Torquay whilst watching one of Torquay's iconic sporting events up close?
Every session that you volunteer will earn $50 for The Rotary Club of Torquay
Volunteering opportunities exist for course marshalling:
Course Marshalling
Athlete Services
Venue Operations
Media Operations
General Workforce Duties
All volunteers are welcome to volunteer for one day or multiple days.
Plus all volunteers receive an event T-shirt and cap as well as food and water for your shifts.
Join Rotary President Barry Rassin at the 110th Rotary International Convention in Hamburg, Germany, 1-5 June 2019. The historic port city of Hamburg offers something for everyone. Germans call it “The Gateway to the World” — and the 2019 convention will be your gateway to the world of Rotary. At the convention, you’ll connect with people of action from across the globe while learning the latest news and strategies for keeping clubs strong.
As a past convention attendee, you know that every convention is an opportunity to learn. Not only will you be inspired by the energy and enthusiasm that surrounds you, you’ll also make new, unforgettable memories that can last a lifetime.
Join your Rotary friends in Hamburg at the 2019 Rotary Convention where together, we’ll Capture the Moment.
We are now fully operational with our new system for registering for our weekly dinner meetings. Called Whoozin, this program is used by other local Rotary Clubs with great success.
To make it easy for everyone I have prepared a Whoozin User Manual which is stored on Clubrunner under "Club Documents" that you will be able to print off if you wish.
In Summary the way it will work is:-
You will receive an initial email invitation each Monday for the following week's meeting.
You can immediately accept or decline, leave until later.
You will receive a reminder email on the Friday Prior
You will have until Midnight Sunday to register your RSVP and can change your decision right up until the closing time.
You can register up to 5 guests
You can specify any Special Dietary requirements
Please Note that if you do not register your intentions you will be charged for the dinner fee.
If you have any problems please free to contact myself Greg Plumridge 0418521321 or Michael Reed 0418524315 for details on how to work the program.
If you cannot meet one of your assigned duties, Please contact Bruce Smith to advise.
The duty team should arrive no later than 6:00 p.m. Besides the below duties, the assigned team is responsible for Room Setup, Greeting Members and Guests, and Room Tidy at the end of our meeting - see checklist in storeroom or click here .
Notifying someone about changes to your meeting attendance is your responsibility!
Our meetings have catered dinners, so if you are unable to attend a meeting, or if your partner is unable
to attend a designated Partner's Night, YOU MUST ADVISE us of your or your partner’s absence.
This also applies if you are attending the meeting but not dining.
How to Book in for our Dinner Meeting?
For Members, Partners and guests of Members
you will receive email invitations to each meeting via Whoozin.
It will be your responsibility to RSVP using Whoozin by Midnight on the day prior to the meeting.
The only exception to this will be if you are expecting to be out of internet connectivity for an extended period.
In this instance you can notify Richard Mierzejewski at LET Surfcoast on03-5261 2777 by 4.00pm on the Saturday prior to the Monday Meeting.
Please Note there is NO Answering Service on this number.
Remember if you are bringing guests or your partner (to a non-partner night) you need to RSVP for the extra number of person/s who will be attending.
If no RSVP is registered as per the above process, the absentee member will be issued with an invoice to pay the Club the usual dinner fee of $25 for your non-attendance, and/or that of your partner if it is an official Partner's Night.
For Visitors to the Club
Any Visitors not being registered as a guest of a Member must call Richard Mierzejewski at LET Surfcoast on03-5261 2777 to Book in. RSVP's must be made no later than 4.00PM on the Saturday prior to the Meeting
Please Note there is NO Answering Service on this number.