Chair Chris welcomed all, and invited Pres James to proceed
 
International Toast to RC Hamilton D 9930 Chartered 1924
 
James welcomed us back to "the best RC on the SSC" - Had to exercise restraint last week
Thanks for the photos Irish
Remember Next week's meeting transferred to Joint Meeting of SSC Clubs at USC
Presidents Report
What did the grape say when the elephant sat on it? Nothing - it gave a little wine
Used to hate facial hair - then it grew on me
 
Albert Schweitzer "In everyone's life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit."
(thanks Google for some help there)
 
Although the party was "totally unexpected" Jim thanked "such great friends"
 
Directors
 
Deborah asked how we could help India. James noted that the SA was active in India, and would be an effective avenue
Bernie - Info Hub - Sugested starting under Rotary's umbrella, then transferring to an incorporated body. Meeting tomorrow, seven on steering committee
Merv - 12 May Joint Meeting - 57 attending so far.  A hands up indicated a good table from RC Caloundra. Ticket sellers needed
 
 
James had a Salvation Army story about India which I have to admit I can't decipher in my notes
but Membership is good, with Dave & Robyn fully fledged. Six so far with two possible. Les & Bryan off to the new Passport Club and Gerry to Brisbane
There are leaflets and cards available from James
There are 129 Clubs in the new District so incoming DG Wendy Protheroe now has double the number of Clubs to visit, but will make it to Australia Zoo on the 1st August, 9:00 - 11:00. $50 including Zoo entry
Tony Long from RC Glass House Mountains is ADG taking over from Wendy Gilson
James will be taking a month off in July (well earned)
Friends of Rotary recruitment drive - good way to connect with past members
26 June Changeover - venue to be decided
 
SWOT Test
 
Shelterbox Impact report - helped 40,000 families in eleven countries. Going for 20 years, 8500 Rotary Clubs have contributed
 
Mark - two minutes on Rotary
2021 World Imunization Week
 
Latest District Budget indicates $140 pa for District fee - Included in membership fees along with RI and RDU subscription.  D9600 is old District D9625 is new. Time to party!
 
We switched into Extraordinary General Meeting mode to update our Regulation and Constitution with the affirmative rubber stamps applied
 
Sgt Ian dug the dirt
 
Merv's new Tiny Home