Rotary Club of Ashmore
Club Bulletin 

Volume 2 | Issue 10

13th June 2023
 
Our guest speaker at our last meeting was our own member Justine Dillon who told us all about her role at Ngarang-Wal Gold Coast - see below.
We are all gearing up for our Changeover on the 19th June. We have had a great year under our President Brian McAllan. 
 
Last weeks speaker

Justine is a Kombumerri & Quandamooka woman – she is a Traditional Owner to the beautiful Gold Coast and Moreton Bay area. Currently Justine is the Project Coordinator for Ngarang-Wal Gold Coast Aboriginal Association Incorporated & Guanaba Indigenous Protected Area for the last 5 years, having also served on the Ngarang-Wal Board of Directors in the role of Secretary for 16 years. Prior to this, Justine completed her Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Griffith University and went into local teaching contracts at local primary and high school institutions for 4 years. Leading up to teaching, Justine worked as an Indigenous Education Worker at a local high school whilst completing tertiary studies and managed to maintain constant cultural connections via working & volunteering for Ngarang-Wal G.C.A.A Inc.

Other training in Fire Management, Water Quality Testing & Conservation Landcare Management. Environmental conservation is the main priority for Justine’s current role, however community engagement with Kombumerri culture is another priority in this role, with Justine visiting many local schools and obtaining work for the Aboriginal community (revegetation works and cultural events). At Guanaba IPA she conducts guided visits, manages site and work crews, delivers educational & cultural content, manages planting & weed focused day events & attends to deliver Welcomes at community events for the organisation.

June is Fellowship month
June is designated Fellowship Month -
Rotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends around the world, explore a hobby or profession, and enhance your Rotary experience.
Invitation to Changeover Dinner
33 Rotarians, Probus members and guests enjoyed the May Social event held at the Albert River Winery on Sunday 26th May 2024.
President Brian McAllan was awarded a volunteer appreciation for his work for the pick up and sorting of food from Coles (2nd Bite) and other outlets. 6-7 of us got the award. It was Volunteer Week.
 
AND SPECIAL RECOGNITION FROM GLOBAL GRANTS.

Dear President Brian McAllan , 

This is Suren Poruri, District Chairman - Global Grants, RI District 3150, from India.

Your rotary club of Ashmore was chartered on May 9, 1990, which is today. Your club completed 34 years service today in RI District 9640 in serving the communities across the world . 

I would like to extend my warm wishes to you and to all your club members on this joyous moment.

Rotary is the only organization which has global foot print and is working towards happy communities across the world with it's noble initiatives.

Thanks to our rotary club founder Rtn Paul Harris, we are able to make a difference in the communities where we live.

Rotary clubs across the world executes service projects worth 2 billion dollars every year in their communities. Rotarians gives 25 million volunteer hours to their communities across the world every year. 

Thanks and regards

Suren Poruri

District Chairman - Global Grants(Successfully executed 1 million dollar worth of global grants)

District Best Club President for year 2017-18

RI district 3150

+91 99855 55289.

4 ways to get new members engaged quickly 
 
When you help new members feel valued and connected to a club from the beginning, they’re more likely to stay and be part of the club’s growth. Here are four  ways you can keep new members engaged:
  1. Introduce newcomers to the rest of the club using the club’s website, newsletter, or email. You can also highlight new members at meetings or service activities (ask them first!) or organize small get-to-know-you sessions. Encourage current members to make them feel welcome. 
  2. Learn about new members. The member interest survey will help you understand their background, interests, and what they’re most excited to do with the club. Be ready to recommend Rotary activities that match their interests. 
  3. Pair new members with mentors who can help them feel comfortable and welcomed. Mentors can teach new members about the club and its activities, answer questions about Rotary, and suggest ways they can get involved. A mentor can also introduce them to members who share their interests.  
  4. Create an inclusive club experience for everyone by considering how different members are able or prefer to engage. Do people use captioning apps, need an accessible website, or want translations? Learn what your members need and make it easy for them to participate.
Incorporating these strategies in your orientation process will help new members feel welcome, supported, and valued. Doing this can lead to long-term growth and success for your club.
 
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