"We are proud members of Rotary International where we can serve our community and those needing help across the world. We enjoy meeting together for meals and mutual service in the convivial company of other Rotarians. "
Rotary Club of Yellow Knife-Trve North, D5370 Northwest Territory, Canada. Club chartered 2011 with 22 members who meet Thursdays at 5.30pm at The Sundog Trading Post, in summer on the deck. President – Ashley Janes
Rotary Club Business
Directors’ Reports
Secretary (Lyn)
Nothing to report
Treasurer (Len – apology)
No report.
Community (Ros)
October long weekend 1-3 Carousel. Daylight Saving commences
October 8 & 9 NRM Café Cart (refer folder to put your name down)
4 December Kids on the Lake – please put your name down in folder
11 December NRM Xmas Party
13 December West Lakes Shore School BBQ clashes with Probus luncheon so limited cooks
20 December Christmas Dinner at Henley Beach Club
International & Foundation (Ken)
Ken on leave from 12 October – 3 December
Youth (Robin – apology)
Sue Kendle advised Rypen interviews conducted last week with the three applicants, 2 from St Michaels and 1 from Nazareth
Rypen banning mobile phones for the 3 days at camp.
Fundraising (Gary)
Thank you to Alison and co for the quilts donated to Ronald MacDonald House who were incredibly grateful for them.
11 October club BBQ and dessert at the path of memories from 6pm - $25.00 per head, bring friends and family, chair, drink, and a glass.
Ros/Steve to pick up BBQ and trailer
Vocation & Environment (Alison)
Nothing to report
Guest Speaker/Activity (Neil)
4 October – combined meeting with West Torrens Club
18 October – Phil Hoffman
25 October – Denis Ralph on his exciting and varied career
Other Business
Allan Warner (RCHB) – Largs Bay Wheelchair project, is looking for volunteers - handypersons, mechanical skills each Tuesday morning from 8.30 to midday.
The ship "City of Adelaide" is looking for retired active volunteers who could help to do tours or PR work
Guest Speaker – Matt Cowdrey AO MP
Matt spoke on his experiences as a Paralympian. He competed in several Paralypic Games as well as Commonwealth Games. He has won a number of gold and other medals. He commented on how Paralympian games have changed, both in management and community acceptance.
He is currently a Member of the South Australian Parliament.
