We learned a lot from John Agnew of the Rotary Club of Jerrabomberra and current AFP member, about this worthwhile project where Rotary has taken a lead role.

 

John is Treasurer of Kids in Care, a charity which identifies children in perilous situations particularly as a consequence of a breakdown of a family following domestic violence. In fact, much of John’s talk focussed on domestic violence as the consequences and the violence, deprivation and potential homelessness is closely associated with the Kids in Care crisis. We all know “Say No to Domestic Violence” is a crucial programme for Rotary and we all need to learn more about these often-unknown consequences and the community’s need for support. That’s our job.

 

So we heard about the immediate assistance programme, the “Go Bags” for boys and girls, and the Christmas gifts for children who otherwise would have nothing.

 

Also, bikes, gift packs and referral services are all provided within a charity where all the money and donations in kind, come from our community.

 

There are many opportunities where we could help, and we have put our hand up to support this worthwhile charity.

 

 

On Thursday, 11 April, we meet on Zoom. George will kindly open the link about 12:15 pm ahead of the meeting's formal  start at 12:30. The link for the meeting is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87520300405. Meeting ID: 875 2030 0405.

 

One tap mobile:+61280156011,,87520300405# or +61370182005,,87520300405#

Dial by your location:  +61 2 8015 6011 Australia
 

To see the program of future meetings, visit: Rotary activities Spreadsheet.

 

Ross will be away on holidays until the end of May 2024. While he is away Eric Carmody will be sending out the meeting invitations.

 

Please respond promptly to Eric's invitations, to make his job a little easier, however if you do need to contact him his email is: ekcarmody@yahoo.com.au and his mobile number is 0407 221 145.

 

 

If you are not able to perform your allocated duty, please arrange a replacement and advise President Warrick (or Acting President Bill for 18 April). Please advise Stephen of any planned absences to avoid being rostered on while away.

 

The Wollundry Rotary Photography Competition and Exhibition is now open and taking entries. This is a cultural event showcasing the amazing talents of our amateur photographers, and a learning experience for everyone. It also raises funds for the Wollundry Rotary Club (based in Wagga Wagga).

 

There is $500 as the major prize in each section for the senior entrants, and there is also a section for 15 years and under, who could win $100.

 

All and any amateurs can enter. Entries will close on 1 June 2024.

 

 Go to https://www.wollundryrotary.org.au/ for all the details.

 

(In this case, in someone’s imagination!)

 

 

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