President Ranald reported that 36 members and partners enjoyed the annual welcome dinner at Infuzions restaurant last week.
In the absence of Sally O’Neill, he also reminded members that anyone who has changed their address details needs to notify the Working with Children’s department of these changes.
Garth Carter spoke about the Pride of Workmanship Awards to be held on 9 April at which the Hon Gladys Berejiklian will be presenting the awards. He asked all members to consider any worthy people in the community and to submit the names of potential recipients to him.
President Ranald advised the Bunnings BBQ on 6 January netted $1100 and thanked all those who helped achieve this outcome. The next BBQ will be held on 24 February at Bunnings Chatswood.
Kim Wilkins spoke about the next Book Sale which is to be held on 3 February. He is looking for contributions of good quality books, and for someone to help him move the books from the storage area to the stall on the day.
Andrew Rennie announced that Gallery 307 is holding an Art Auction and Art Sale from 2-16 February with all proceeds going to support research into the childhood cancer Neuroblastoma. He encouraged members to support this cause.
Kevin Tattrie advised that RYPEN is to be held in the next two weeks and also spoke about the progress of the establishment of a North Sydney Rotoract club for young people aged between 20 and 30. The first meeting is to be held on 6 Feb at 6.15 pm in the offices of Trent Zimmerman MP and flyers have been circulated in the North Sydney business district to attract potential members.
RYLA
Kevin introduced Kaos Ludovic and Nicholas Muscat who have recently completed the RYLA leadership course. Kaos thought it the most inspiring course he has ever undertaken. Both he and Nicholas spoke about how much they learned, the experience they gained from the course, and the skills they developed which they can apply to their work and daily life when dealing with people and situations. The connection they made with all the 73 attendees was invaluable and they felt they have made lifelong friendships.