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Lest we forget
A big thank you to those who represented our club at the two Anzac services. We appreciate your presence and the respect you showed on this important day. Your participation means a lot to our club and the community.
 
3 Cheers for the Vocational Evening!
To our amazing Vocational team leader Gayle and Sergeant Rowan, thank you for organizing a fantastic Vocational evening! We had a blast hearing Mark's inspiring story as a franchise owner - his passion for helping his family and 140 employees was truly admirable. And let's not forget the delicious burgers! I hear bowling was a great hit too, and we can't wait to hear more about it from Sergeant Rowan during our fine session this week.
 
Trivia Night Coming Quickly
A huge shoutout to the Fundraising team for organizing an epic Trivia Night! The prizes look amazing, and we're excited to see everything come together. Thanks to the team's hard work and dedication!
 
Matching Beanies
A big thank you to Kristine Ash and the Membership Committee for our cool beanies! We're also looking forward to sizzling sausages at the Train of Lights in August.
 
Heartfelt Condolences
We're thinking of President Elect Peter Brock during this difficult time, having said goodbye to his dear dad last Wednesday. Peter, our hearts go out to you, and we want you to know that we're here for you, always. We're sending all our love and support your way.
 
"Fellowship isn't just what we do for each other. Fellowship is what we do together for the world."
Eric Bryant
 
In order to confirm numbers for meetings at the pub, please ensure that you communicate the following to PP PHF Lorna:
  • notify if NOT attending by 12 noon on the MONDAY before the meeting
  • and notify if bringing guests or visitor
  • notify at any time about future absences and holidays.
Thank You!
 

Last Week's Meeting

Carl's Jnr and Bowling Night
 
Thank you to the Vocational Committee and especially Rowan and Linda for organising a great night out for the club members - we had a ball (excuse the pun).
 
 
A healthier burger for some!!!
 
 

Congratulations Shalini on another terrific article in the press!!

... she has been on fire this year :)
 
 
President Elect Peter Brock provides Rotary insights on a monthly basis.
 
Full Details on all the articles below can be found at https://emeraldrotary.org.au/page/rotary-matters/
 
 
Club Notices

Major Event Diary Dates:

Save the date - Conference 2026 is in Hobart!!!  March 13th - 15th 2026.  Nautical Theme

Other Items of Interest: 

    
 
 
 
 

 

The new Emerald Village Association Newsletter is out with an article, as usual penned by PP PHF Shalini Penny -  click HERE to view.

Upcoming Events
Trivia Night
May 03, 2025
 
Sip and Paint @ Emerald Arts Society
Jun. 13, 2025
 
Deb Ball 2025
Jun. 14, 2025
 
Installation Night (Changeover)
Jun. 21, 2025
 
View entire list

Vision Statement

Thriving and resilient local
and global communities

Mission Statement

Working together to create positive change

in the well-being of our community and beyond

Rotary Invocation

For good food, good fellowship and the opportunity for service through Rotary we give thanks

Rotary Toast

To Australia and the people of Australia (toast) To Rotary International (toast)

4 Way Test

Of the things we think say and do

Is it the truth?

Is it fair to all concerned?

Will it build goodwill and better friendships?

Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

CHOCLOTTO JACKPOT  $329

 
Chocolate Winner
Lorna Shaw
Duty Roster
Duty Roster 06 May
 
Chairperson
Bajaj, Sangeeta
 
Response
Ash, Kristine
 
Guest Minder
McLeod, Christine
 
Fellowship
Cain, Carol
 
Furnishings
Wakefield, Ian
 
Duty Roster May 13 - Club Assembly
 
Chairperson
Brock, Peter
 
Toast to the Elderly
Ritchie, John
 
Furnishings
McAllister, Andrew
 
Fellowship
McAllister, Kelly
 
Duty Roster May 20
 
Chairperson
Chilton, Shelley-Anne
 
Furnishings
Bowyer, Roy
 
Guest Minder
McInerney, Tina
 
Response
St. Clair, Anna
 
Fellowship
Penny, Shalini
 
Duty Roster May 20
 
Chairperson
Moulday, Melinda
 
Guest Minder
Bajaj, Sangeeta
 
Furnishings
McAllister, Andrew
 
Response
Wakefield, Ian
 
Fellowship
Adams, Greg
 
Duty Roster May 27
 
Chairperson
Ash, Kristine
 
Furnishings
Ash, Ian
 
Guest Minder
Beckwith, Lyn
 
Fellowship
Van Den Bergen, Vicki
 
Response
Cummins, Kerith
 
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Anna St. Clair
May 2
 
Susi Wilson
May 2
 
Gayle Barrot
May 9
 
Tracey-Lee Bannister
May 25
 
Hita Mistry
May 30
 
Spouse Birthdays
Henk van den Bergen
May 12
 
Anniversaries
Christine McLeod
May 31
 
Join Date
Vicki Van Den Bergen
May 5, 2014
11 years
 
Gayle Barrot
May 30, 2000
25 years
 
Linda Culell
May 30, 2023
2 years
 
Rowan French
May 30, 2023
2 years
 
Christine McLeod
May 31, 2022
3 years
 
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Community Notices

Events

We are regularly asked to share information on other Rotary Club or community group events.  Rather than list all of them in Sparkle, please check out them out HERE

Rotary Club of Emerald & District Committees Key Roles

Rotary Club of Emerald & District Committees

ABN: 82 067 243 051 Registration No: A0020847W              Chartered 28 March 1980

PO Box 46, Emerald VIC 3782   Tel:  0408 769 491

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