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The September Market was as big as ever! With the introduced Rotary Roll!
Come down for a good food, live music and a plethora of stalls! First Sunday of the month!
Barwon Valley School is a Special Developmental School for students with disabilities across the Greater Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula.
They are holding a Trivia Night on Friday 20th October 2023 to raise funds for the purchase of iPads for our classrooms. These items are important resources to help support our students in their education. BVS are seeking donations of goods or services from businesses to provide us with auction items, raffle and quiz prizes.
Any way you could assist them would be greatly appreciated. All donations will be acknowledged on the night. Thank you for considering this request and if you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Shelby or Wendy at the school on 5243 1813.
Members that would like to attend the Trivia Night, the time is 6:30pm for a 7pm start. Kim has created a TryBooking Invitation for the event so we can organize a table. Book Here: https://www.trybooking.com/CLHXH
For Further Information see the attachment in the Download Files Below.
On Tuesday morning some members gathered early at Geelong Food Relief for our monthly volunteering there. After doing sorting of produce we were given a tour of the operations by Lisa. We really enjoy the mornings spent there at this much needed facility. Afterwards a few of us adjourned to a nearby Cafe for coffee and/or breakfast.
This morning our Rotary club had the privilege of hearing from Olivia Nicholls and Kane Nuttal about the The Power in You Project.
In just 6 years, founder Kane has grown the organisation from just one staff member - himself - and one client battling addiction to over 35 staff across two locations and over 100 clients.
The Power in You Project is an organisation like no other, with a focus on peer support and leaving judgement at the door. The PIYP often deal with the toughest, most complex clients in the system, but believe everyone deserves a second chance. Not only does this lift that person out of their darkest moments, but it also makes the region safer.
Kane and the PIYP team's work has resulted in philanthropic support over the years. However, demand always outweighs the resources PIYP has to offer those who need them.
Olivia is organising an inaugural Charity Gala a fundraiser with 100% of the proceeds going back into providing free group sessions and support for those leaving prison with addiction.
Pictured- Olivia, Club President Jane and Kane.
On May 31, President Don and Rotarian Gary attended the Deakin School of Architecture and Built Environment awards night at the Waurn Ponds Estate.
Don presented the Ian Fulton Memorial Awards to Jack Minter (Pictured with Don) and Adrian Hewson, who is currently overseas.
“It was a good night and a great opportunity to talk to Jack and some of the other award recipients."
The trophy presented was made by Gary, a beautiful and contemporary recognition of this prestigious award.
What a privilege! Part 3 of our environment series saw 25 hardy souls assemble at CoGG's magnificent project to make these wetlands a reality. Thanks to Donna who impressed all with her knowledge and dedication. Brolgas have even started to visit - what can be better!!
RICON 2023 has come and gone! Check out our photo album to see what President Don got up to!
On 1st of June a group of Filipino Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Angeles Kuliat visited Geelong, where President Don showed them around Geelong, including two playgrounds they will be receiving in the next shipment (in situ prior to their extraction). Then followed a trip down the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles. That evening we had a wonderful & informal dinner at Taste of Philippines Restaurant & Takeaway, which was also attended by Rotarians from Bellarine North & Highton Rotary Clubs, in addition to several of our own members.
On Thursday the 18th of May, President Don Shields had the honour & privilege of representing the Rotary Club of Geelong Central at the 30th anniversary celebration of the Probus Club of Geelong Central, which our club sponsored in 1993.Probus started in 1965 in the UK and came to Australia in 1976. There are 300,000 Probus members in 4,000 clubs in 63 countries. Probus Clubs must be sponsored by a Rotary Club. They meet monthly for fun & fellowship.
To find more about Probus, go here!
The May Makers and Growers Market was lucky enough to have Kardinia International College's Square 1 band as live entertainment!
We thank Square 1 for the amazing tunes and fantastic entertainment!
The Rotary club of Geelong central was honored to present a wreath at the dawn service for Anzac Day on the Geelong Waterfront.
Thanks to the fabulous band from Kardinia International College who braved the inclement weather to play at our market. They draw a big crowd and really assist in the success of our market. Teachers are real champs showing strong leadership and motivation
