Club assembly - facilitates a session of planning for the months ahead; checking whether our plans are proceeding as expected. Club assembly is also a time for providing information to the members about supports needed within the teams to help your teams succeed.
A University of Melbourne article noted a huge increase in job advertisements through SEEK, - 63% higher than pre-pandemic levels - and in the US, lack of employees has been termed - "the great resignation" where workers are leaving their jobs - making work and lifestyle changes. So too is volunteering in our community being affected in a similar way.
This is where club assembly is important to us as Rotarians, - we need to make the most of the time we have in club assembly to build our actions, evaluate what we are doing and to check outcomes/results to ensure the things we do are important to us and make a difference in our community. When you meet to discuss your plans- consider what is important to have on the plan - what provides value to our community, and what needs to be 'let go'. We cant do it all - but do want to be effective with what we do consider.
Next week is our Annual General meeting - It is going to be a special night where we celebrate our nominated members who will raise their hand to volunteer their time in an executive role. Preparations for these roles before the end of this year will make their time more successful. I urge members who want to sit back and 'leave it to someone else' to consider- who that might be, and whether they are already taking on the lions share of jobs within the club. Every little bit helps.
In February next year and in preparation for the years with Peter Taylor as president, we will be working on strategic planning - having conversations with our members and community, gaining feedback to create a plan, that comes from our members and friends to make a difference, in our community - it is up to all of us.
Just imagine! Rotary in 2030 in Portland - what will it look like??
Members addressing the club:
Peter Taylor -
Completed President elect training in Maryborough yesterday with lots of information shared between the participants and learning - Noted smaller membership across clubs with 20-30 being more normal, with half of our district clubs with a president elect for 2023/24. Real emphasis on encouraging younger members to join.
Tomorrow is the last day for the year for the sandwich program - we have plenty of helpers- so thanks to all.
Dayle King -
Information provided by Peter Simons - completed a 'make -up' on 11/11/22 at Royal Yatch club with the Rotary club of Nil Point and kind regards from their president.
changes with the regionalisation project - More clubs are supported by a reduced number of Assistant Govenors moving from Group "5" to being called Group "C" incorporating Camperdown, Terang and Cobden.
Kym Stock -
feedback from trip to Budj Bim - a great day out and social event recognising the amazing history in our area. Tammy has a book for members to have a look at telling about the history of the Indigenous people in our area.
Current issue in Rotary Down Under providing some ideas about how Rotary supports our communities such as "Life of Brian" Page 6 article, $5000 flying scholarships, Foundation detail to support last weeks talk on foundation and the new weapon in the fight against polio - well worth the read.
Frank Farnsworth-
Received funds from Alcoa action grant towards Rotary Beats cycle for hope of $3000.
Beats Cycle for Hope -Generous donation planned from town opportunity shops - last time this was allocated to wigs for people undergoing chemotherapy - we have been invited to apply again for funds - please consider ideas for specific use of funds to support cancer carers and families - currently goodwill vouchers continue.
John Pye -
another applicant for Andrew Jack scholarships interviewed making two currently applying for support to attend RIST, including a mature aged student - which is great to see. Further information to follow.
Reminder for Rotary plot at the community garden - beautiful fresh produce available.
Ian Eldridge -
thanks to the six members who helped on the food van on Saturdays car club celebration; despite the weather and lower than expected numbers, the Rotary club received a donation of $500 towards projects, which was gratefully received.
Events coming up requiring support - please contact Ian if you are available - the more the merrier!
COMMUNITY SERVICES ACTIVITY LIST
WHEN
TIME
EVENT
WHERE
COMMENTS
3rd December
10-2pm
Emergency services expo food van support
In front of angling club
Free to public
Invoice to GSC
Names for two crews required
9th December
7-8:30am
sayNO2familyviolence first responders breakfast support
CIVIC hall lawns
Specific to first responders - organised by SN2FV committee - helpers welcome!
16th December
5-7pm?
Christmas in Percy street event food van support
Percy street Uniting church lawns
Free to public
January
?
Mouth to mouth fun run food van support
Narrawong TBC
January
?
Hooked on Portland
TBC
January
Surf life saving club – building board selves
Bridgewater TBC
January
?
Australia Day breakfast
To be confirmed
As per roster
Grass mowing
Dicks house
Individual roster
TBC
Maintenance
Lagoon bridge
TBC
Maintenance
BBQ shelter Fawthrop Lagoon
As per roster
Maintenance
Seaview house
Individual roster
TBC
Maintenance
Southwest walk
Ground and bush maintenance
We had feedback from our areas of service - these plans will be circulated once received.
Environmental - Sea spurge removal at the beach - second Saturday every month - remember to share your stories, Land care with Terry to plant trees, environmental talks with Leigh Boyer and Landcare, plans for clean up Australia in March 2023, and to engage other community groups. Baby steps and lets get involved.
Youth - action plan we are working through - limited at present - one inquiry with student exchange however applicant exceeds age limits, Bayview Cambodian students in June 2023 - progressing to assist with some funding and Rotarys brand assists, also would like a Rotarian to attend - possibly able to assist through RI grants process, and also assist with Rotary projects for a donation, Music on the green with food van support, and tree planting program which crosses a number of committees.
Vocational - Vocational visit to Peter Taylors farm on 12th December, visit to Lifestyle visit in Derril Road Portland, "valued Employee" award being organised with advertisement int he local papers for applicants.
Foundation - walk around the Lagoon in February to promote - "End Polio now" and media support to advertise, need to promote ourselves, but to raise awareness of what we do. We need to continue to raise awareness, remembering members in our community who have had polio.
Community - as above - good numbers for 3rd December - will work on two rosters. Back yard blitz review - the skills and resources within the club who need something done- there are lots of things we can do - Is there a project for a person in need, especially if they cant afford it - bring it back to the committee. Consider a day out for carers (BCFH)
International - March - international dinner to raise money to co-support a project around mico-economics for women - need to know Nationalities - who to approach to cook and meal, contact with Kuriopita crew in Fiji with option for travel in July/August 2023 to support. Waiting feedback on Fiji time! Visit to RARE yet to be organised. Beanies for Mission for Seaman - plan for 100 beanies - up to 50 with small amount of RSI involved.
Peter Taylor - reminds us to celebrate our successes and all the things we are doing in Rotary. Great effort.
SN2FV - collaboration with Glenelg shire council for 16 days of Activism against Gender based violence - for photos with "To Me, RESPECT is... Here are some examples.
Cr Scott Martin was elected to Glenelg Shire Council for his first Council term in 2020. Cr Martin is originally from Adelaide, having moved to the Glenelg Shire over a decade ago with his partner Deb. Cr Martin was, and still is, very much attracted to the country and coastal lifestyle, as well as the potential our Shire offers.
Cr Martin started his family here in Portland, and is the proud father of one daughter.
Hobbies and interests of Cr Martin's include all types of sport, particularly AFL, cricket and more recently golf; information & technology; a drive to learn, discuss and debate various topics.
Cr Martin is an avid member of the Portland Tourist Association, as well as the South Portland Cricket Club and Portland Golf Club.
Having operated and grown business in the hospitality and tourism sectors, Cr Martin has a strong understanding of these sectors however acknowledges that these industries are ever-changing and therefore you never stop learning. Cr Martin brings a wealth of knowledge to Council through his previous employment and studies in IT, politics, psychology, marketing, sales, statistics, economics and mathematics.
An international campaign commencing on November 25th, the International day for the elimination of violence against women, and runs until 10th December, Human rights day.
This important event is run in conjunction with Rotary club of Portland Bay, and a Glenelg shire council event, showing a council training video on family violence - first responders will be able to attend.
Members and friends who are able to assist with the catering event are invited to contact the committee- sayno2familyviolenceglenelgvic@gmail.com
Monday 5:45pm for 6:00pm in person or try Zoom! Attendance available using this link
https://zoom.us/j/96824496092?pwd=dXIyZGZWV0I3b0xHRGhiK0lkN0s0UT09
Meeting ID: 968 2449 6092
Passcode: GPj1Rg
Please text attendance officer - Mob. 0437126485
