As you are by now aware, the Art Show Committee has made the difficult and heart-breaking decision not to proceed with the physical 2021 Camberwell Art Show at Swinburne University. The Committee was at the point where substantial funds had to be spent for printing, signage, panels, security, the wind break, catering etc, and these funds would not have been recoverable in the case of a last minute lockdown. The Club is not in a financial position to suffer these losses - indeed the Directors have a fiduciary duty not to incur such losses, and to minimise further spending. The other consideration was the imposition of unfavourable density limits which would eliminate the Gala Opening (a significant money earner) and limit daily attendance (and hence gate takings) during the Show.

 

But now for the good news! The 2021 Show, which has already attracted over 1,600 high standard entries, will go online, and building on the experience gained from running the 2020 Online Galleries, will be a great success. We also hope to keep the Sponsors on board, as they will receive plenty of exposure on the website, and will still be part of a successful online show.

 

Once again, the CAS Committee has to undertake a significant amount of urgent work to implement this new strategy, and unfortunately a huge amount of work already done for the physical show will not be used. I ask all Members to appreciate the work that the CAS Committee does each year and thank them for it.

 

This new opportunity forced a change in our weekly meeting - the Sponsor's Night is postponed to a date to be fixed, but this gave us time for fellowship, plenty of announcements, an informative video on DIK, and most important of all - the induction of Michele Bucoy. Membership Director David Baker introduced Michele, and gave a brief but impressive summary of all that she has achieved so far. Her proud husband Neil looked on. It was then my great pleasure to induct her into the Rotary Club of Camberwell. I am confident that Michele will be an excellent Rotarian, and look forward to working with her as she settles in to our Club, and supporting Jo-Anne as her Mentor.

 

Next week we are thankfully back at Conochie Hall for the joint meeting with the Rotary Club of Canterbury, and with Victor Perton as Guest Speaker, it should be a beauty. But remember numbers at Conochie Hall are now limited post-lockdown, so if you want to attend register and pay sooner, not later.

 

That's it from me - have a great week in Rotary.

Fun for all the family is planned for the grand opening of the Rotary 100 Playground at Yarra Bank Reserve on August 8th commencing at 12:00pm, with children's entertainment, food and drink and, lots of music on the way to make it a sparkling day.

 

This Playground redevelopment is an R100 project in conjunction with the City of Boroondara, with the Rotary Clubs of Glenferrie and Camberwell as major contributors, and well as the Rotary Clubs of Canterbury and North Balwyn.

 

The Playground Opening, featuring the unique Rotary interactive play sculpture, will begin a series of events in Boroondara aimed at raising the profile of Rotary, attracting new members and celebrating 100 years of Doing Good in the World. It is hoped that every Rotarian will bring their families and friends, and especially the little ones, to experience the Grand Opening and the playground. So be sure to spread the word!

 

Hi All

 

Dr Murray Verso (former DG) presented to our club a couple of weeks ago.

His presentation about The Rotary Foundation was excellent - a great summary of what TRF is and does.

 

Below are some slides from his presentation (ED - not the best images, but the pictures really do tell the story!).

These present a good overall insight into the Who/What/When/Where/Why of The Rotary Foundation.

 

Also, the slides highlight our Club's involvement with The Rotary Foundation as well as it's role across the world.

 

Enjoy the read.