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In Afghanistan,

 1 million children were able to receive the polio vaccine in May 2019

 thanks to the work of the GPEI.

 Afghanistan is one of only two countries that continue

 to report cases of wild poliovirus.

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ROTARY GOVERNANCE PRIORITIES IN WA

Rotarians and Rotaractors, friends, family, sponsors,

 supporters and other Rotary stakeholders across our state 

are invited to express their views 

on our governance priorities across Western Australia.

What governance issues are of particular concern in Western Australia? 

 Where are our key opportunities?

 Where do we need to focus our efforts, and collaborate

 to focus scarce resources most productively in this crucial area?

Please complete the Governance Priorities survey here.

RSVPs for the “Together, We Governance" Workshop (Thursday 25 July).

Warwick Smith
Assistant Governor (District 9455)

Rotary in Western Australia

Proud Rotarian & Past President, Heirisson Rotary

Together we can ‘Connect our World’!
M: 0419 967 628

Support Australian Rotary Health

The  Bledisloe Cup Rugby Union Test Match between 

the Wallabies and the New Zealand All Blacks

 will be played at Optus Stadium on Saturday 10 August 2019.

For the Rotary Club of Perth\City East  this was a perfect opportunity

 to host the Wallabies coach, Michael Cheika at breakfast,

 and you are invited to come along and be part of Michael's 

very special Q&A format with renowned sports commentator,

  Trevor Jenkins, as Master of Ceremonies. 

This is a unique opportunity not to be missed

 and Australian Rotary Health will receive a major portion 

of the proceeds for much needed research into all aspects of mental health.  

The venue is the Hyatt Hotel on the 7 August 2019

 – 7.00am for a 7.15am start – finishing at 8.30am.

 The cost is $ 85 for Rotarians and $ 95 for everyone else.

If you can attend we'll be delighted and 

we encourage you to register early. 

To book Click here.

Paul Harris Fellows

Members of South Bunbury Joined Past President Tony

 in recognizing His Worship The Mayor of the City Of Bunbury 

with a Paul Harris Fellow 

. Gary has been an outstanding member of the local community

 for many years in both professional and civil life.

 Congratulations Garry a recognition well deserved.

 Rotary Club of West Perth members congratulated John Holman 
who was honored this week at our regular  morning breakfast 
as a Paul Harris Fellow.
 Great work John you are an inspiration.

Congratulations to Danielle Winzenried

 who was named as our Paul Harris Fellow recipient

 for her outstanding commitment 

and work since the formation of the club in 2017

The Rotary Club of Margaret River celebrated a busy and fruitful 2018/2019

 Rotary year on the evening of 5 July 2019 with members and guests.

The Club awarded Paul Harris Fellowships

to two very deserving community members,

 Wendy Coffey for her work with the

 Margaret River Senior High School Emergency Service Cadet Corps, 

for her energy and for her willingness to take on challenges,

 and Deb Earl for her work in establishing and running

 the Biggest Morning Tea in Cowaramup which, under

 Deb's leadership raised $250,000 for cancer research.

Incoming President Brian Middleton with Deb Earl and Wendy Coffey

, both Paul Harris Fellow recipients,

 with outgoing President Michelle Miller to the right

We recognised Rotarian Charlie Biorac as a Paul Harris Fellow 

for his lifetime of service to our club

Peter Mack was awarded a Paul Harris Fellow Award 

for his service to Rotary 

– Congratulations Peter

Doris, Peter and Neville - PHF recipients for 2019

At Rotary Club of Karrinyup Changeover on 27th June

, Brian Bracanin was named as the recipient of a Paul Harris Fellow sapphire pin.

 As Brian was unable to be present that evening,

 Past President Robyn made the presentation this week.

 Brian has served the club faithfully over many years in many different roles.

A very successful club changeover was held last Sunday 8 July.

 This year we enjoyed a different style of changeover,

 with members and guests enjoying a Sunday brunch

 at Golden Ponds Function Centre

. In the theme of "Sunday brunch" folks arrived wearing a dressing gown!

 Congratulations to Past President Stephen Castelli

 on a very successful 2018-2019 presidency.

 Our best wishes to incoming President Wendy Cooper 

who will be leading us for 2019-2020.

RC Swan Valley Changeover held 5^th July 2019, Stewarts Restaurant

Past President Ineke with  President Rachel

What a fantastic night we had tonight at our annual changeover dinner. 

As Esther hands the rains over to Donna

 and we celebrate our achievements from the past year

 and welcome what is to come.
Congratulations to our new President Donna 

and thank you Esther.

Incoming President, Rotarian Mr Lloyd Morley

 was handed the original Club Charter that has been carefully guarded 

in a secret location by outgoing President, Rotarian Fiona Kuiper

At the Dolphin Discovery Centre

PP Doug Green presents new president Bridget Green with her badge.

PP Doug Green thanks immediate past president Paco Tovar for his service.

Welcome our new President for the year 2019/20, Mark Williamson. 

Ross Kiesey handed over the reigns

 and DG Nominee Dee Buckland officiated

. As usual with this club there was much merry making and humour

 with the usual good natured banter, 

led as always by Geoff (Chainsaw) Francis as our MC for the night

. He went to great heights to keep up with Mark (Longlegs) Williamson,

 even bringing in a step ladder to help. 

Peter Mack our current President was inducted for the 2019 / 2020 year

 at our Change Over held at Italians Restaurant, Dianella
Congratulations and all the best for the coming year Peter & Linda.

Smiles all round, Ian handing over the Presidency to Gail.

District Assistant Governor Micheal Hall 

with PP Steve Wiltshire and Incoming President Chris Richardson

The Centurions members 😊

Assistant Governor Ian Pittaway presented President Ray MacKinnon 

with the new year Rotary banner

 David Youens, member of the Rotary Club of Beaufort

 was awarded Rotarian of the Year by Rotaract WA 

Dave is a former Rotaract President himself and was our Club’s first Secretary.

 He has continued to support Rotaract and contributed significantly 

to Rotaract projects and fundraising.

Congratulations Dave!

Pic by Kero O’Shea:

 Rotaractor of The Year Sandra Emmanuel (left)

, retiring District Rotaract Representative Samantha Fewster 

and Rotarian of the Year David Youens

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KALAMUNDA ROTARY! 🎉🎁

On this day in 1962  [June 27 ], our Club was Chartered 

and brought into the family of Rotary International.

 We’ve loved every year since!

A big thank you on behalf of Triple M Goldfields to HBF

 and their Workplace Givers Grants for selecting Give Me 5 For Kids

 as one of the recipients of a $5000 grant.

Employees from HBF contribute wages to the fund

, which is then matched dollar for dollar by HBF.

Past President Jim and Club Service Director Stuart

 were on hand in Perth to receive the cheque 

at HBF headquarters in Perth

We were sad to bid goodbye to YE student Tomas

 and on his behalf, Elaine presented his local Rotary Club Banner

 to President Bridget.

 It was great to have Tomas as part of our club

Rotarian Kurk presented President Ray with a flag from

 the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset Maui, Hawaii, USA.

Farewell until next time we meet

 Tomas from Czech (hosted by Rotary Club of Bunbury-Leschenault)

, Claudia from Spain (hosted by Rotary Club of Palm Beach

) and Thea from Denmark (hosted by Rotary Club of Canning)

. Another great turn out of people that had shared their exchange

 journey in host families, club and district mentors

 and exchangee friends.

 Thank you for the last 12 months of making memories with us.

 We will miss you and Safe travels home.

Welcome to Perth Fabian our new exchange student from Germany 

Last farewell from Perth Rotarians with Chiara — with Larry Hirsch and Jill Dawson 

Giovana (Brazil 🇧🇷), hosted by the Rotary Club of Ellenbrook,

 with Placement Officer Joanne.

Koki with host club Geraldton-Greenough members

 and Rebound Matt (Japan 2017/18).

Emilie with members of host club Mt Lawley.

Yesterday 9/7 a very sad Trini boarded her flight home

 via Auckland where she and fellow exchange student friend 

and were given a personal tour of Auckland over that tight time frame,

 how lucky are they!!!

President Ian presented Trini with a beautiful handmade pendant,

 a farewell gift along with a signed flag and Aussie memorabilia.

 Safe travels keep in touch Trini,

 we will welcome you back home on your return to OZ!!

Rotary Club of Karrinyup members and host families gather for a final photo with Felix.

Cambridge Club bids farewell to beloved Jaz.

 The club will miss her.
Que triste!

Change of shift at the Bridge of the International Yachting Fellowship of Rotarians.

 Past Perth Rotary Presidents Larry Hirsch , Nigel Barker ,

 President Vangelis Katsaitis and President Elect Jill Dawson, were all there!
Congratulations PP Nigel Barker for becoming the new Commodore !

Thank you to everyone who came and made our networking event a success,

 a big thank you to Maurice Vanderwal and Treeswest Pty Ltd

 for hosting #RotaryNRG #keepingbusinesslocal

50 Years in the Town of Cambridge!!

 Evolving from Rotary Floreat and City Beach,

 Rotary Cambridge celebrated its 50th Anniversary at a dinner on 10 July

. Cerificates of Appreciation, Honorary Membership and Friend of Rotary

 were presented to Max, Peter, Leonie and Mayor Keri Shannon.

Ian and Jacqui Pittaway delivered 200 packets of Cup a Soup

 which had been very kindly donated by the friends and members

 of the Rotary Club of Attadale.

 Many thanks to you all for your wonderful donation.

A big thank you to all the Attadale Rotary Club Members and Friends

 for your fantastic efforts and to Curtin Radio 100.1FM for this fantastic way

 to support Perth Homeless Support Group.

 Just before we delivered these today the total cups of soup delivered 

to Curtin Radio had reached 5000,

 now 5,200 which no doubt will grow.

Current President Martin Weston handing over sleeping bags

 to President Elect Matthew Pham.

 He will be working with the Swan Rotaract Club

 to be given out to the homeless people-

 unfortunately there are over 9,000 homeless people in WA

. The Club would also like to thank Kay

 and Stitches of Hope for providing the bags.

Mike Winslade and members 
at International on the Water Hotel

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Western Australia

 Baladjie Rock in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia
 is a fantastic camping spot for your next weekend away.
The large granite outcrop has caves, overhangs, fractures 
and small ponds to explore