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Easter has now come and gone, and I hope you all had a surfeit of chocolate- if that is your thing! If you want the most delicious chocolate available, I would recommend Boston Bay chocolate from Port Lincoln, SA. The best.🙌😊
A very busy FAM took place at Caulfield grammar on Tuesday 31st. Nora will report!
On the 30th March, our speaker was Inspector Sandy MacIver, who spoke about police work in Boroondara. The most important message she stressed was “lock your car” and “lock your house” She stated that although we have seen crime rates escalating, the situation is not as dire as the media makes out!
The week before we had heard from Education Chances,, who provide support for talented young people in Boroondara to help achieve an education and live their dreams.
Elizabeth and I had also been to the Rotary Summit in Horsham, where we learnt about numerous other areas, both internationally and locally, needing support. We heard about the devastating effects of the bushfires in Victoria; refugees from Burma making a home in Nhill; the harmful effects of social media from a grieving father, whose 17year old son committed suicide after sexual predation; the disastrous effects of stress and trauma on men who are not able to express their feelings and gain help; and the disastrous effects of war in third world communities. The Beautiful Bogan delivered a heartwarming discussion about mental illness and men, and how everyone needs a hug!
It was a wonderful conference and a pity that so few of our members attended. Our club was presented with a Silver Environmental Award at the cocktail party, and the following evening there was a wonderful bootscooting event, and I find it fascinating how many people can actually perform the Nutbush! The next conference is being held in Warrnambool, and I would recommend you all go!
Onto other Rotary matters, Rimern needs help, so if you can even spare one half day, please contact Narelle, who is doing the roster! Camp Getaway’s dates have change to early April, 2027, and all those who are prepared to help on the events committee, please contact John McCaskill.
We’ll be back to normal next week.
Have fun,
Jill
