It's Good News Week!
This week we've celebrated many anniversaries –
- The inauguration of the first president of the United States 1789 (George Washington) Mr Potato Head – the first toy to be advertised on TV in 1952 - the two are not related!
- The World Wide Web being launched in the public domain 1989
- The Penny Black the world’s first adhesive postage stamp issue in Great Britain 1840
- The opening of the Empire State Building in New York City 1931
But today celebrates something more special – it’s the day we celebrate those amongst us who go above and beyond the call of duty and we will recognise and award them for their achievements.
There were four nominees:
ADERONKE ADEYOMO – Meath Care (Wattle House) Nominated by Kerry Hardwick
"As we know, John has been admitted to Meath Aged Care and Ade has his measure…!
She is gentle, but firm with John and always good-humoured. Her professional, compassionate care and understanding have always been appreciated.
Aderonke is from Nigeria, where she trained as a teacher before moving to the UK to study nursing. She migrated to Australia in 2007 and has nearly two decades in nursing. Aderonke is married with three children and, outside of nursing, teaches languages as a volunteer with the Nigerian Association of WA".
The coffee shop is like family, a very pleasant place to come to, where everybody seems to know each other. Tracy is the very active and busy “front face” of the establishment and can remember everyone’s favourite drink. We have meeting there for quite some time on a Tuesday morning, with a record crowd of twelve there last week.
In fact, it was David Tyler who first suggested nominating Tracy and everybody agreed. She is very deserving of this award and wins a special prize for being nominated by at least a dozen people".
What truly sets Hana apart is how she stepped up to support customers affected by the closure of nearby bank branches. With her background in banking and financial services, Hana has become the go-to person for many locals who now rely on the Post office for their banking needs.
Hana fosters a respectful, cooperative work environment and leads by example with her initiative and dedication to excellence".
"Kate recently graduated with Honours in Psychology with a double degree in Human Resource Management from Curtin University. She is currently on a Gap Year before starting her Masters.
Kate has worn many hats over the years, including serving customers and training new team members ay Brumby’s Bakery (where she has perfected the art of multitasking and smiling before 7 AM…). She is always grateful for the diverse and valuable work experiences they have given her as they’ve shaped who she is today.
Kate always aims to make a positive impact and build an inclusive environment around her. She also enjoys playing indoor beach volleyball in her spare time".
Directors' Reports and Member Announcements
Brian J :
- Membership Directory being prepared for 2025-2026 Rotay Year. Members will receive their details and will need to amend/change before Friday 9 May otherwise same details will be used.
- Our Website hosts a spreadsheet on all members' details and the District's Club Runner site will allow you to look up any Rotarian in the District,
Gerry McG:
- Gerry gave a presentation on "Project Linen 2025" of 14,000 units of linen have successfully been dispatched to the Sudan, Northern Thailand, Shalom House, Timore Leste and Victory Life. Thnks to everyone who helped out especially Andy George for the use of his shed. Gerry has also been offered another 12,000 units of linen to dispense!
Gorby :
- Brumby's in Inglewood has closed down and we are now collecting Bread from Baker's Delight on Monday evenings for delivery to the Havenwell on Tuesday mornings.
- Received this email after advertising 'free linen' in his FB page. "Hi Gorby, Thanks again for this fantastic donation. Here's a little blurb (for Rotary only, not general publication) of where they will end up. This generous donation was happily received by Central Desert Native Title Services and the items will be distributed to various remote communities within the central desert area, which takes up around 1/3 of WA. These (mostly extremely remote) communities are in particular need for bed linen and towels with little to no access to be able to get them, so this donation will be very well received. Our staff regularly travel to these communities (it can take up to 1.5 to 2 days to get to some of them!) and will take what they can in their luggage with each trip. Thanks again, let me know if you need any more information".
Wayne D:
- The Endeavour Awards is being held at the Pines Bentley 3 June. WE only have 27 bookings and need 40 to make it viable. Please support this event by booking online at https://www.trybooking.com/CZWNG
- A new Peace Pole is to be erected at Curtin Primary School, Wayne would like some help to 'plan' it. Please contact Wayne on 0417 459 622.
Rick S:
- Community Services meeting at 8.30am following breakfast.
I'm Fine, it's Fine, everything's Fine(s)
Shh – can you hear it? It’s the sound of moth wings as pockets are patted, and tickets torn as we nervously rack our brains for any indiscretions performed this week and to relieve your moths of hibernation was Joy B!
ALL - for turning up after two week's absence.
Warren (and Lyn) McC - Wannabee Celebrities on Channel 10 as by-standers when the car hit the drink.
Garrick McC - Having wannabee celebrity parents!
ANZAC day supporters braving the dawn.
Early/postal voters for the election.
Easter egg recipients/collectors/givers.
Geoff L - The Entertainer with manners.
Mike C - Lost name badges cost...
Lew T - Welcome back from prolonged absence in QLD
Gerry McG - Not satisfied with dispensing 14,000 units of linen but now hands up for another 12,000 units - greedy?
Gorby - Sana no longer a "Brumby" but a "Delight"!
Raelene G - Going AWOL for 3 months! Pay in advance.
Brian J - Also going AWOL for undisclosed period.
Ian K - Early dress up as Santa - and not even Christmas in July!
Veronica L - Stealing Joy's "thunder"
Winner of Heads and Tails
