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Thanks to chair for the night Tony L for the thought for the day This one by Orville Wright Pres Tony reminded that the Camberwell Art Show starts this week. Need something for a blank wall? Get down there and see the talent on show Anne asked that we consider attending a presentation at her synagogue on July 26th - John Spooner the cartoonist will be talking on that evening. Let Anne know if you are interested and she will provide more details. Elizabeth advised that the majority of the incoming board met last Friday focussing on planning for the upcoming year. Plenty to discuss and consider for the 12 months ahead. She also commented on the recent Polio Plus Society meeting last Saturday. This is currently a small group of Rotarians across D9800 (just reached 100 members at the weekend) and the aim is to increase the numbers in order to help achieve the goal of US$50 million donations per annum across the Rotary world. This amount is matched 2 for 1 by the Gates Foundation meaning $150Mn is available for Polio eradication globally. It is a relatively inexpensive subscription at US$100 per annum. Fundraising at end Polio walks in October etc. count towards this goal. In attendance from our club were Elizabeth, Ant and Tony L. Prior to this we had a presentation by Murray Verso who spoke on the creation of the Society but also gave some interesting statistics on the current state of play in terms of polio cases around the world. Sad to say that we are seeing an increase in numbers particularly in Pakistan and Afghanistan as helpers are attacked, families refuse and other reasons. Nora reminded us of the packing event which happened last week at Kevin's new location in Glen Waverley - a small number of volunteers from RCC attended and with students participating they managed to pack some 22,000 meals. She also put out a call for assistance with a packing event which happened on Tuesday this week at Caulfield Grammar - more details to follow on that event Doug followed Nora and advised that we are sending 200,000 meals to the Philippines and 100,000 meals to Ethiopia. What does this man? Well essentially the stocks of meals are practically exhausted so it's time for more packing events to bolster them. Finally, a word from John B. Please advise him if you are not wishing to continue your membership as we approach year end and have to provide numbers to District and RI. Obviously, it is hoped that we all continue to do the great work that this club (and Rotary) does. If you have any concerns, please feel free to reach out to Elizabeth or any board member. On a lighter note. From publications in the bulletin you will be aware of how the renovations of the chateau in France are going for Val and Patrick. Well, they have also had visitors from our club over the last few weeks - chipping in to help the efforts as they return it to its former glory! Here's a snap sent by Alan Just when you thought that was the last word.... Have you booked for changeover? Details in the bulletin and I have added the humanitix link there as well which you can copy and paste into your browser. It'll be a great night with entertainment planned as well. Get in and join as we celebrate the year of Tony and welcome Elizabeth for her year. Let's make it a bright occassion wearing one of the many colours of Rotary.
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