Weekly Message from Ngaire
There was definitely a sense of spring in the air on Tuesday as a record number of Rotarians enjoyed the sunshine, an excellent lunch from the Kooyong chef and our guest speaker, new Rotarian Michael Petit. With a PhD in Business Management and a focus on enhancing Corporate Performance, Michael easily kept our attention with his narrative. I noticed DG Dennis nodding in agreement at many of his points.
Ian Stoney, David Owen and I met last week with Virginia Murray, Principal of Hawthorn Secondary College, to discuss how RCH could forge a stronger long-term relationship with the school, and particularly in the area of career counselling. Several options were put forward to Virginia and we expect some positive feedback after she has presented our suggestions to her senior staff.
What a great BBQ we put on at Hawthorn Bunnings on Saturday. Geoff Dumayne happily counted $2,904 in takings, which must surely be a world record for a sausage sizzle. Well done, Gerald and team.
Congratulations to Murray Elrington for taking out first prize in our inaugural Aussie Footy Tipping. There were many of us wondering how he made those hard selections each week. Sergeant John made the most of Murray’s win, suggesting only paper would be acceptable.
Thank you to all the members who attended either of the Rotary funeral services this last week. Neil Roberts was very appreciative to see an RCH representation at his father-in-law’s service at Le Pine. It was a wonderfully warm farewell to a beloved father and grandfather. Arch Crow’s daughter, Cathy gave us a fascinating insight into her Dad’s 91 years and we were left with the impression of an amazingly full and happy life. RIP Archie.
Just a reminder that Noel Halford has purchased the War Horse tickets, for the evening show on February 6th, and he would now appreciate your cheque in payment.
Enjoy your week.
Yours in Rotary,
Ngaire
Thought for the week: “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.
The important thing is to never stop questioning…” Albert Einstein: