Rod McDougall
President 2006-7
Rotary Club of Strathfield
The President's View
Wednesday 6 December 2006
Once again, the annual meeting is upon us. A little sadly for me, as it marks the midpoint of my year as president. Good luck to all candidates for next year's board and the position of 2008-2009 president.
A very sincere welcome to our two newest members, inducted last week. Best wishes to Trevor Duxbury and his wife Nanette, and to Neil Kennan and his wife Mary Anne for a long and rewarding association with Rotary.
Thanks to those club members (including DG Harley Tarrant) who have been visiting the many schools in the local community that we support.
Strathfield Girls High have now completed their Australian Business Week project with our members acting as mentors and judges and presenting awards.
School speech nights are now underway. This year the club has presented book prizes to 16 schools in the area and we will be present at many of the speech nights.
Joe Campisi advises that planning for Carols By Candlelight is well advanced. A reminder that all funds raised will go towards our Christmas drought relief appeal. If you have not seen the commitment sheet please contact Joe as soon as possible and offer your support.
Brian Johnson has organised what promises to be an excellent Christmas party next week – once again with all proceeds to go to our drought relief fund. Please support the night by attending and bringing your friends and family.
Mr Alacazam will feature at the Children's party, to be held the following week.
This week's raffle comes to us courtesy of the efforts of Tony Lanzafame. My thanks to Tony for assisting at short notice.
Enjoy Rotary … by getting involved!
President Rod