In this issue, you'll find news and information about what's going on in the District, our Clubs and Rotary International.
If you haven't already, please register for the District Appreciation Sundowner (in lieu of District Changeover), as soon as possible to assist with planning for the event.
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
Please provide flyers in either png, jpg or jpeg format. Flyers sent as PDFs unfortunately lose resolution when converted for inclusion in the newsletter.
New flyers/events are at the start of the newsletter and are listed below.
New items in this week's issue include:
Reminder to book for the District Appreciation Sundowner (Changeover)
City to Surf
Hope Couture - Fashion Parade
Rotary Fellowship of GIN
Alzheimer's / Dementia Rotary Action Group
Annual RFDS 2024 Appeal
The newsletter is published each Friday except in unforeseen circumstances.
TIME'S RUNNING OUT DISTRICT APPRECIATION SUNDOWNER
REGISTER NOW
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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June marks an important time for all of us as we recognize Alzheimer's and the significant impact it has on individuals, families, and communities.
At the Alzheimer's / Dementia Rotary Action Group (ADRAG), we are dedicated to raising awareness, providing support, and fostering hope for those affected by these challenging conditions.
Our mission at ADRAG is not just to bring attention to Alzheimer's but to mobilize action and resources that can lead to meaningful change. This month, we call upon you to join us in our efforts by supporting the initiatives and programs that ADRAG champions.
Additionally, members can take an active role by organizing fundraising activities. By filling out the ADRAG fundraising request form, we provide the tools and resources needed to run various fundraising events on behalf of ADRAG. Creativity and dedication can make a significant impact in raising funds and awareness.
Another powerful way to make a difference is by participating in a Community Benefit Business Network (CBBN). The concept of the CBBN echoes the very principles upon which Rotary was founded. When Paul Harris established Rotary in 1905, his vision was to create a network of professionals who could exchange ideas and form meaningful, lasting friendships while making a positive impact on their communities. The Community Benefit Business Networks we are developing today are a modern extension of this vision, fostering collaboration between businesses and Rotary to drive community support and development.
CBBNs are innovative business networks being established by Rotary Districts nationwide. These networks involve local businesses that commit to contributing a portion of the proceeds from their products and services to causes supported by Rotarians, such as ADRAG. By doing so, they create a sustainable flow of funds that can significantly bolster our efforts to combat Alzheimer's and dementia.
We are excited to announce that ADRAG is actively seeking to collaborate with Districts to set up CBBNs in their areas. Through our partnership with Our Mayberry, the platform driving these networks, we aim to create robust, community-focused initiatives that leverage local business contributions to support our cause.
Warm regards,
Bill Shillito
Chairman, ADRAG
For additional information or assistance, Please contact:
The campaign by RFDS and our contribution allowing for the matching by the RFDS Giving Partners was $34,500.
Would it be possible to do a simple acknowledgement and thank you to the Rotary Clubs and individuals that supported our 1:4 project to support RFDS In the next Newsletter.
Thank you
Geoffrey Hick
Rotary Club of West Perth
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
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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Each year, Rotary awards up to 130 fully funded fellowships for dedicated leaders from around the world to study at one of our peace centers.
Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Centers program develops the capacity of peace and development professionals to become effective catalysts for peace. The fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and internship and field-study expenses.
Since the program began in 2002, the Rotary Peace Centers have trained more than 1,700 fellows who now work in over 140 countries. Many serve as leaders in governments; NGOs; education and research institutions; peacekeeping and law enforcement agencies; and international organizations like the United Nations and the World Bank.
