President's Message- A Finale- 2012-06-19

Pres Geoff -

 What an interesting speaker we had in Roger Thornton who spoke to us about living in Dubai. When you have to extend the meeting it is a sure sign the speaker has got the listeners interest. Having spent 5 days in Dubai myself I can testify to it being a very interesting place to visit.

 It was a pleasure to have a visit from Lucy Liu a member from North Balwyn Rotary club. Lucy is Editor in Chief of The Epoch Times.

 Congratulations to Brian Reid on turning 70 and Joe Devereux on turning 87. Lucy has written a piece on Joe and I read with interest he has 7 children, 25 grand children and 2 great grand children. This puts Joe in the company of the Sheik of Dubai.

 I look forward to attending the changeover nights of our cluster clubs. Cluster meetings have been a real highlight for me, and Jenny and I have made wonderful friendships.

 It is hard to believe 12 months have gone and my year as president is at an end. It has been a privilege and a pleasure to lead our wonderful club and I am very grateful to all members for their fantastic support.

I thank Jenny for her incredible support and the hospitality she provided for our board meetings.

 I hope your year in rotary has been as FUN and EXCITING as mine.

Geoff