In this issue, you'll find DG Ineke's newsletter, news and information about what's going on in the District, our Clubs and Rotary International
If your Club has an event, function or project you wish to advertise throughout Rotary Western Australia, forward your article and photos to the editor, Judy Dinnison at dgexecassist@rotarywa.au
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New flyers/events are at the start of the newsletter and are listed below.
New items in this week's issue include:
DG Ineke's June newsletter
Wine & Cheese Night Afternoon 9th June - RC North Perth
June Monthly theme - Rotary Fellowships (RI section)
The newsletter is published each Friday except in unforeseen circumstances.
Enjoying Singapore
June 2024
Hello everyone,
One of the main highlights of this past month would have to be the International Convention in Singapore which was attended by 76 of our West Australian Rotarians and their partners. Our District had the highest number of attendees from our Zone (Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands).
Whilst there, we enjoyed getting together for dinner at an up-market Hawker Centre and everyone clearly enjoyed the local food. It was a special delight to be given home-made mooncakes by Sheila Cheng. Sheila and her husband Lau are members of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay here in WA, and reside in Singapore, initiating and supporting projects both there and elsewhere.
The Convention itself was another great international Rotary event, with about 14,000 people from approximately 110 different nations. It was lovely to see people greeting each other after not having seen each other for some time. The next International Convention is in Calgary, Canada, in June 2025 and I highly recommend you check it out. These events are testament to the internationality of Rotary and celebrate the huge impact we make in the lives of others all over the globe.
Since the last DG newsletter I have visited clubs in Albany, Mount Barker and Geraldton as well as clubs in the metropolitan area. As my time as District Governor comes to an end, I will miss the club visits, where I have seen firsthand the incredible number of projects that bring delight and fulfilment to the Rotarians who are engaged with them, as well as the enormous impact they make in their local communities and further afield.
This past year, our District has been managed by a very talented group of people who make up the District Leadership Team and with whom I feel honoured to have served as we worked together to support all our Rotarians and clubs. Their time is as precious as yours and mine and they have given much of their time and expertise for the benefit of all of us.
I want to express my special thanks and appreciation to a very special person, my husband Geoff, who has been on this journey with me and whose support has carried me through all the way.
I look forward to seeing you at the District Appreciation Sundowner on 29th June, we have kept the price low ($40 pp) but space is limited so please book in soon, the link is elsewhere in this newsletter. This event will be our District Changeover where I will hand the ‘reins’ to District Governor Elect Patricia Schraven, a committed and passionate Rotarian whom I know is also keen to work with you to see Rotary Western Australia reach its potential.
This will be my last DG newsletter and I wish to extend my heartfelt thanks to you all for giving me the honour of being your District Governor, it has been the experience of a lifetime. Memories have been made that will never be forgotten and I look forward to meeting you all again somewhere, sometime. Thank you for all your support, it has been so very highly appreciated.
Rotary Western Australia’s future is very bright. This was our first year as one District and the main thing I have learned is that we certainly do have the ability to grow and flourish. My plea is for us all to engage, have a go at something new and continue to enjoy our own ‘Adventures in Service’!
Yours in Rotary service
DG Ineke Oliver
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Through Karrinyup Rotary, opportunity has knocked for Rotary around WA to be involved in a maternal and newborn child mental health project. We invite Rotarians with relevant vocational skills and child health/health promotion experience (or simply committed to Rotary service in this area), and especially clubs in localities where existing Mother-Baby Nurture groups exist, to participate.
We are working to expedite this project and DGR arrangements before 30 June this year. If you are interested, and for more information, please contact us very soon.
The South-West Region of WA is experiencing severe drought and some of our farmers are having a hard time.
The RAWCS Special Drought Relief - $500 Debit Card Project has $500 debit cards available, that will be offered to local Rotary clubs to provide immediate assistance to drought impacted families within their communities.
If you have members of your community who you can assist, please contact
Celebrate with us as we farewell the current Rotary year and welcome the new Rotary year.
We are doing something different and having a Sundowner for the District Appreciation Event (District Changeover) to give you a chance to mix and mingle with your many Rotary friends. Included in your ticket price, is a delicious selection of canapes for your enjoyment.
There are restaurants near the venue if you wish to dine out afterwards, perhaps with some of those you have reconnected with on the evening.
Enjoy the sunset while sharing fellowship and celebration with your Rotary friends and colleagues
Cash bar available
Date: Saturday 29th June 5:30 - 7:30pm
Venue: City of Perth Surf Life Saving Club, City Beach
Cost: $40 per head
Dress: Cocktail
The venue is accessible and there is a drop off point in front of the venue for those with mobility issues.
Click HERE, the image above or scan the QR code above to book your tickets.
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Come along, and share in a night of Reflection, Appreciation and Celebration for the wonderful work of Mike Greenslade and his amazing team of Responders. They work tirelessly for those made homeless due to Natural Disaster and Conflict. These events greatly impacted over 325,000 people in the past year.
Hear how Rotarians worldwide work closely with ShelterBox in disaster-affected areas to lessen the burden on their lives.
Join us at the Rotary Club of Attadale Dinner Meeting on Wednesday 12th June 2024 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Fremantle Golf Club, Leach Highway, Fremantle.
The Main Course will be an alternate drop.
Please advise if you have any Medical Dietary requirements
Treemission is a Rotary tree planting program that has goals of informing Rotarians about what is happening in the environment, what they can do about it and deliver tree planting activities.
2024 Treemission tree planting event
This is the project and location:
Exciting times ahead in 2024 for treemission as we move to support restoration work on the Wungong River near Armadale. The State government has provided significant funding to ensure the Wungong River becomes a healthy river corridor for local wildlife, and for us to enjoy into the future.
Treemission has linked again with SERCUL this time to rehabilitate the river course. Matt Barbour, with SERCUL, will lead us for two days in July (20th and 21st) to plant a target of 3,000 plants per day (at least).
Each day starts at 0900hrs with a briefing, then morning tea at 1000hrs and a sausage sizzle at 1230.
Matt will provide planting equipment and plants (but I suggest you bring your favourite gloves and trowel), and Treemission and our Rotarians will cater for morning tea and a sausage sizzle.
You will need to bring personal items such as sunscreen, hats, boots, water and any other items you might think you will need including a chair? There are toilets located nearby at the shopping centre.
To book your tickets, click here or scan the QR code above
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200 Km bike ride, 12 & 13 October 2024, in support of Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.
Team Rotary Riders 200 Km bike ride to support Harry Perkins Cancer Research has raised $$5,500 so far. All teams combined have raised $1.2 million. You can join Team Rotary Riders here https://www.cancer200.org.au/join/RotaryRiders We look forward to riding with you on 12 and 13 October 2024, riding to Mandurah and back to Optus Stadium.
If you are not available for the ride we will certainly appreciate your financial support.
Rotary Riders is sponsored by Booragoon Rotary Club.
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Rotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends around the world, explore a hobby or profession, and enhance your Rotary experience.
How do I join a fellowship?
Membership in a fellowship is open to any interested individual. You can contact a fellowship directly by using the link below.
ROMAC is looking for a new Operations Director, who is a very significant, senior member of the team in this successful Multi District Rotary Project. The person must be a member of a Rotary Club in Zone 8.
The ROMAC Operations Director is a member of the ROMAC Board and a director of 2 charities. The Operations Director works with the Medical Director to identify possible ROMAC patients and then, with Regional Chairs and Operations Managers to oversee the approval, management, treatment and rehabilitation of the children.
We are looking for a very organised person with good leadership and project management skills, who is competent with information technologies. The Operations Director needs excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong desire to help others and make a difference in the lives of children and their families.
To learn more and receive a copy of the role description, please email the Chair, D’Arcy Walsh, at chair@romac.org.au or call him on 041 884 4170.
ROMAC has a current vacancy for a HR, Training and Recruitment Chair. The HR, Training and Recruitment Chair leads a small team of volunteers, is a member of the ROMAC Engagement Committee and the ROMAC Management Committee, and must be a current member of a Rotary Club in Zone 8.
The role reports to the ROMAC Chair and is responsible for human resource management. It is an important role because ROMAC relies totally on volunteers to manage its activities. Their recruitment, induction, onboarding, training and performance management are key to the organisation’s success.
HR and training qualifications would be an advantage but are not essential. Experience in HR Management and adult learning would be an advantage, as well as previous experience leading a multi-tasked team or a Rotary District or Club. Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills are required, as well as information technologies. Must be organised and able to meet deadlines.
To learn more and receive a copy of the role description, please email the Chair, D’Arcy Walsh, at chair@romac.org.au or call him on 041 884 4170.
