Dear all
The AFL season has kicked off today with my support going to the purple army once again this year. I do know that we are not meant to talk politics and religion in Rotary so sports will hopefully keep us united and doesn’t get added to the list. As the NBA legend, LeBron James, said: “Don't be afraid of failure. This is the way to succeed”. I hope that quote comes true and we can have the “dream come true” moment in 2025. Good luck to all the participating teams!!
We had a fantastic lunch and a fundraiser on 7th March with Martin Crabb (CIO – Shaw and Partners) with his presentation topic: Signal vs Noise: Navigating Investment Markets in 2025. We had 44 attendees in total including the Shaw and Partners state team and PROST board members. Our goal was to raise at least $5,000 with a matching donation from Shaw and Partners Foundation. We have in fact raised $7,700 in cash donations with a matching grant from Shaw and Partners. I want to thank each and every Rotarian and Guest who donated towards this fundraiser. Your generosity knows no bounds and has greatly assisted us in moving towards our goal of $40,000, which is the amount I have pledged to raise in support of PROST. 
Help us reach our goal!
There’s still a mountain of work to be done, and we need your support. If you're willing to contribute by collecting 10 cent cans, it’s simple! Just save the QR code below to your phone, then scan it at any “Containers for Change” site in WA to donate the funds to PROST.
Every little bit helps, and together we can make a big difference!
We meet next on the 21st March with the panel discussion including 6 Rotarians from RI District 5300 VVT. The panelists will cover a wide range of topics including family violence, homelessness, trafficking and the substance which aligns well with our club projects, Passages and Path of Hope. Booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1356637
I DO HAVE A REQUEST TO THE MEMBERS: We have been working hard with Parmelia Hilton on confirming the final numbers for each lunch and they have requested the confirmed attendees latest by the close of business Tuesday of the lunch week. If you have noticed recently, the booking link for club lunch meetings closes on Tuesday afternoon by 3pm and the Club Services team have tried to accommodate everyone as much as possible (we do have 100% success rate so far).
What will really help in managing this requirement from the Parmelia Hilton Hotel, will be if the members wishing to attend the lunch can kindly book before Tuesday afternoon so we can still take a few walk ins and guests as last-minute attendees. One of the reasons for me to send the newsletter earlier so you all have a reminder to book over the weekend.
Our next club meeting is Friday 21 March. Please book by 3pm Tuesday 18 March.
Regards,
Manu
A note regarding the District Conference 28 - 30 March 2025
Finally, District Conference from 28th to 30th March in Margaret River. I believe we have 7 club members already registered to attend and I am hoping to have a few more to register in the next week or so.
I am taking my family for a mini get away for the weekend so look forward to mingling with lots of Rotarians over the weekend and not forgetting, secretly I am planning to visit a winery or two off course for a nice lunch with the family but if they have a good red, I will try that too!! Booking link - https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1280518
Perth Rotary Club has enter into the "Glam Up Your Truck" competition. We are looking for a truck of any age, condition or description that we can use for this purpose. Do you
have an old truck that you would be happy to donate for this competition? All funds raised are donated to the Rotary Foundation. Please contact Kathryn Wackett or Jill Dawson if you are able to donate (give) a truck.
have an old truck that you would be happy to donate for this competition? All funds raised are donated to the Rotary Foundation. Please contact Kathryn Wackett or Jill Dawson if you are able to donate (give) a truck. I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at District Conference.
Regards,
Manu
HYDE PARK FESTIVAL ROUND-UP : Perth Rotarians were out in force at the Hyde Park Festival. Wesley Sim once again representing Shelterbox Australia. Shelterbox Australia believes that every family "deserves a place to call home after a disaster". In order to ensure this is possible, funds are raised, emergency shelter kits and essential items are stored or located in strategic locations around the world so they can be accessed easily and quickly. Shelterbox works with strategic partners to get the help where it is required. Shelterbox teams will reach the disaster area by any means necessary, on foot, boat, helicopter or tuk-tuk. The important thing is that they get there! Rebecca Tolstoy, Ray Simpson and the Path of Hope Team brought the Wonder of Alice in Wonderland to life with an opportunity for brave adventurers to step into Wonderland and enjoy a time of creativity; teamwork, magic and fun. A special thank you to Ray Simpson for coordinating the volunteers and our very own RYE Exchange Student Abby and Host Mum Kathryn for dressing up in theme. The booth provided an opportunity for the community to solve riddles, explore hidden treasures, and most importantly, learn about kindness, courage, and the power of choice. Graham Peden and David Wee manned the Tiny Homes stand along with the District Homeless Hub Committee. Tiny Homes is a transitional housing project for young Western Australians turning 18 who do not have a home. Tiny Homes will provide a safe and affordable housing option for a young person at risk of becoming homeless. A huge shoutout to the North Perth Rotary Club who organise the event and enable Rotary Clubs such as Perth to bring their projects to the wider community's attention and create opportunity for discussion and volunteering at a grass roots level. THANK YOU to all of our volunteers and Rotarians who gave up a small or large part of their long weekend to promote our Rotary Projects in the Community.
BALI PROJECT TRIP 2025 - Booking Window closing soon... please dont delay in contacting Int Director Wesley Sim or PP Ray Della Polina.
Any members wishing to travel to Bali and join with the project visit, please contact International Director Wes Sim or PP Ray Della Polina as a matter of urgency.
Dates: Friday 4 April - Friday 11 April
Projects visited: Tour de Trash;
Workshop and activities with Plastic Free Bali;
Visit House of Masks; Visit Coral Triangle/Rotary Wheel;
Visit Hands of Tista we with Semiyak RC;
Visit Cervical Cancer Detection Facilities with Taman RC;
......along with networking opportunities with Rotarians from Windan RC (Victoria); Semiyak RC (Bali) and Taman RC (Bali).
PERTH ROTARY CLUB COMMITTEE & SUB COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
- Perth Rotary Board Meeting, 5.30pm, Tuesday 8 April 2025. Any agenda items, please send to Club Secretary - secretary@rotaryperth.org.au
- Membership Committee Meeting; 2pm , Friday 6 June 2025, Parmelia Hilton Hotel. Agenda and Minutes emailed to Committee Members. Please rsvp: Jill Dawson - jill@quairadingearthmoving.com.au
UPCOMING EVENTS - PERTH ROTARY CLUB
- March 21st: D5300 Vocational Training Team covering a wide range of topics: family violence; homelessness; trafficking and substance abuse. Booking Link: www.trybooking.com/CZEWJ
- April 4th: Tanya Davies, HR Resources. Generate a thriving legacy with safety excellence and an attractive psychosocial culture with innovative solutions. Booking link: www.trybooking.com/CZETV
- April 11th: Vocational Visit | Passages, Hub for Homeless Youth. Booking Link - www.trybooking.com/CZHKM
- April 18th: No Club Meeting | Good Friday/Easter Break.
- April 25th: ANZAC Day
NEXT CLUB MEETING | Friday 21 March 2025.
Please book before 3pm, Tuesday 18 March. Booking Link: www.trybooking.com/CZEWJ
Come and join us to hear from this team of 6 people, visiting from Rotary USA:
Team Leader: Marily Diaz Walker
Team members: Alison Smith; Brittiania Robinson; Jill Calhoun; June Haskell and Russell Smith.
Their expertise covers a wide range; family violence, homelessness, trafficking, and substance abuse and the police work, NGO’s etc’s work in this space. Significantly, there are survivors among them now working in these fields to support youth, an initiative that aligns well with Perth Rotary projects, Passages and Path of Hope.
Vocational Visit to Passages - Hub for Homeless Youth....
Friday 11 April 2025.
An opportunity to see how the recent Government funding will benefit the Hub and what more we can do to support the essential work that is carried out each day. Please note the date - Friday 11 April in your diaries and register your attendance on line. The visit to Passages will be from 2.30pm - 4.00pm. Following the Vocational Visit we will adjourn to the Brisbane Hotel for some Friday Fellowship. $0 cost event - however, we need to know who to expect, please register your interest on line. Booking link - https://www.trybooking.com/CZHKM
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