In keeping with the fun and variety introduced by President Julie Andrew throughout the year, the annual Changeover Meeting was no exception.
Themed as a flight to Hawaii, on-board entertainment was provided by the Numurkah Ukelele Club, with a Hawaiian inspired meal.
Outgoing President Julie Andrew in her report said she was filled with a sense of pride and gratitude. Together, we have made meaningful impact in our community and beyond.
District Governor Neta Kirby presented Faye Holmes with a Paul Harris Fellowship in recognition of her service to the annual 4WD Trip.
Club Community Service Director, Geoff Holmes announced the Rotary Community Service Award was being awarded to Leanne Rawson who has been involved in many facets of our local community. Leanne is a teacher at St Joseph’s Primary School and, as her profession denotes, it would be nigh on impossible not to be an integral part of the community development.
After taking a position at St Joseph’s Leanne returned to the sport arena, playing A grade netball, touch football and soccer. In 2021 Leanne started a Park Run, which continues to be run weekly,
Vocational Service Director, Jeff Buzza presented the Vocational Service Award to Ian Tilley for his excellent work as a teacher at Numurkah Secondary College, where he is responsible for our next generation of trades people.
Ian began his career as a machinist, Ian moved progressively into more and more time at Numurkah Secondary College, gaining his Dip.Ed., and has been full time for a number of years.
In conclusion Jeff said, “If I had to describe Ian in a few words, they would be, firm, calm, fair and skilled, excellent qualities for a teacher”.
District Governor, Neta Kirby then inducted incoming President, Linda Boyd.
Linda in her address spoke on the Rotary International theme for 2024-25, ‘The Magic of Rotary”
The magic could be the over 1.4 million Rotarian in the world, perhaps the near eradication of Polio in the world, or supporting the eradication of malaria. Maybe it’s the myriads of international projects which work tirelessly to aid countries and individuals in dire need.
What makes Rotary Magic – quite simply - Rotary members. Linda said "I would like our club to be vibrant and fun, a club for Numurkah Township to view with pride. We will be listening to local people in our community, we will learn what please them, as well as what is lacking and what is required. We will continue to evolve, think outside the box, because any idea is better than no idea! We have a dynamic club, a great work ethic, and we are a team".
Linda then introduced her Board. Photographed left to right, Chris Sutton Secretary, Chris Hardham President Elect, Stephen Mills Treasurer, Geoff Holmes Community Service, Jennifer Rodger International, Jeff Buzza Vocational Service, Julie Andrew Public Relations, Terry Brennan Seargent. Missing Kate Hodge Membership and Michael Tymensen Youth/New Generations.
Themed as a flight to Hawaii, on-board entertainment was provided by the Numurkah Ukelele Club, with a Hawaiian inspired meal.
Outgoing President Julie Andrew in her report said she was filled with a sense of pride and gratitude. Together, we have made meaningful impact in our community and beyond.
District Governor Neta Kirby presented Faye Holmes with a Paul Harris Fellowship in recognition of her service to the annual 4WD Trip.
Club Community Service Director, Geoff Holmes announced the Rotary Community Service Award was being awarded to Leanne Rawson who has been involved in many facets of our local community. Leanne is a teacher at St Joseph’s Primary School and, as her profession denotes, it would be nigh on impossible not to be an integral part of the community development.
After taking a position at St Joseph’s Leanne returned to the sport arena, playing A grade netball, touch football and soccer. In 2021 Leanne started a Park Run, which continues to be run weekly,
Vocational Service Director, Jeff Buzza presented the Vocational Service Award to Ian Tilley for his excellent work as a teacher at Numurkah Secondary College, where he is responsible for our next generation of trades people.
Ian began his career as a machinist, Ian moved progressively into more and more time at Numurkah Secondary College, gaining his Dip.Ed., and has been full time for a number of years.
In conclusion Jeff said, “If I had to describe Ian in a few words, they would be, firm, calm, fair and skilled, excellent qualities for a teacher”.
District Governor, Neta Kirby then inducted incoming President, Linda Boyd.
Linda in her address spoke on the Rotary International theme for 2024-25, ‘The Magic of Rotary”
The magic could be the over 1.4 million Rotarian in the world, perhaps the near eradication of Polio in the world, or supporting the eradication of malaria. Maybe it’s the myriads of international projects which work tirelessly to aid countries and individuals in dire need.
What makes Rotary Magic – quite simply - Rotary members. Linda said "I would like our club to be vibrant and fun, a club for Numurkah Township to view with pride. We will be listening to local people in our community, we will learn what please them, as well as what is lacking and what is required. We will continue to evolve, think outside the box, because any idea is better than no idea! We have a dynamic club, a great work ethic, and we are a team".
Linda then introduced her Board. Photographed left to right, Chris Sutton Secretary, Chris Hardham President Elect, Stephen Mills Treasurer, Geoff Holmes Community Service, Jennifer Rodger International, Jeff Buzza Vocational Service, Julie Andrew Public Relations, Terry Brennan Seargent. Missing Kate Hodge Membership and Michael Tymensen Youth/New Generations.
