ShelterBox is responding in
Libya.
to support people whose
homes.
have been severely damaged or washed away.
by the devastating flooding.
More than 40,000 people are
internally displaced.
across northeast Libya, and
20,000 are feared dead.
With whole neighbourhoods
washed away, the situation is dire,
and there are growing concerns over potential
disease outbreaks.
A ShelterBox response team
is deploying to neighbouring Tunisia.
this week to meet with partners, confirming
what support.
is needed and how we will work together.
We will be focusing our
efforts on supporting those
who have lost their homes.
and are now sheltering together in school
buildings,
particularly as the colder months approach.
Depending on their needs, this could include
providing.
much needed items such as blankets, gas stoves
or kitchen sets.
We will be working with our
trusted partner ACTED.
to deliver our response.
ACTED were already working
in Derna before Storm Daniel hit,
so, they have a strong presence in the region.
While we carry out this
vital work,
we still urgently need your support.
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matter how recently or how often you’ve been to Singapore, you’ll always find something new. Wen Huang, editor in chief of Rotary
magazine, has been to Singapore twice before. He visited again in July in advance. of the 2024 Rotary International Convention ,
which will be held 25-29 May. In the September issue of the magazine, Huang shares some of the delights he found on
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Be inspired and learn from
some of our top Rotary talent.
at the 2023 'Moments That Matter' Rotary
and Rotaract conference (Institute).
Keynote speakers will share examples of how clubs
and Districts can increase
impact,
expand your reach, enhance engagement.
and increase our ability
to adapt.
Register for $25 AUD per person.
via the Zone 8 Virtual Conference
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Sincerely,
Your South Pacific and Philippines Office Support Team
Welcome as a new member of Rotary Rtn Juzer
Baliwala.
Welcome Carlos, our newest
member to our team.
You will see him over.
the next few weeks with his L
plates on.
If you would like to join and
have any questions
we are always around 
Congratulations 
Polio this week
Headlines
“Stopping the spread of poliovirus
in the midst of
a devastating war.
is a major achievement and a clear demonstration.
of the
highest level of political commitment
of the Government of Ukraine
to the welfare of its population
-Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge,
WHO
Regional Director for Europe.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking
experts.
to serve as
members of the Global Commission for the
Certification of the Eradication of
Poliomyelitis
– Containment Working Group (GCC – CWG).
This “Call for experts”
provides
information about the GCC – CWG
, the expert profiles being sought,
the process to
express interest,
and the
process of selection.
If you have
any questions,
please
e-mail containment@who.int.
IT'S GETTING CLOSE!
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Tony Critchley is off to
the Philippines, returning on 24th October,
on a Rotary Project. Here
is the flyer!
Scan the QR code on the flyer above
to register your team in the Rotary Car Challenge
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The Rotary Club of Busselton Geographe Bay,
and its
local ARH champion,
are coordinating a mental health week consortium.
of around
20 local contributors into a full week program.
Supported by Rio Tinto and the City of
Busselton,
it will
include an agency expo, wellness, mindfulness.
and relaxation sessions, and youth events.
Mental Health First Aid seminars, a community
choir,
story-time,
art and sports activities,
and an RUOK caravan convoy,
will culminate in a
Lift the Lid Walk
on iconic
Busselton Jetty on the Saturday.
Mental Health Week is a national week celebrated each year.
in October scheduled around World
Mental Health Day on 10 October.
Coordinated by the Western Australian Association for Mental Health,
with support from the WA Mental
Health Commission,
Mental Health Week (MHW) provides.
a prime opportunity to address
and highlight.
the important connection
between social determinants and
mental health.
and promote effective prevention
strategies.
to keep people mentally healthy.
In 2023, Mental Health Week in WA
will be held over 7-14 October
with the theme:
'Mind. Body. Environment.'
In Busselton a consortium of over 20 agencies
will contribute to activity, education.
and events including an all
services expo.
This is a showcase of what is
possible.
for our community to access support,
information and services that
will help.
improve mental health and wellbeing.
Register to attend any of these free
or very low-cost events.
There is something for everyone!
Click on the QR
code above to register for Mind the Walk
2h ·
On Friday Mama Respond, Rotary
International
(Including 13 clubs globally)
and the Department of Foreign Affairs and
Trade (Australia)
officially handed over the
special needs unit which we’ve
been planning, fundraising, and building for
five years.
It was a bittersweet moment for Mama Respond
as we finished a project.
so close to our hearts but knowing.
that we’re handing it over to an inclusive,
responsible, and engaged
community is the sweetest thing.
Mama Respond will be lying low
for a while as our
volunteers recover from years of
hard work, and
celebrate a long-awaited
marriage.
Stay tuned though, as we
continue to share.
our recent Kenyan journey with
you.
Rotary Club of Stoni Athi
Rotary Club of Embakasi
Applecross Rotary
Australian High Commission,
Kenya
Scarborough Rotary
Fremantle Rotary
Rotary Club of Gosnells
Rotary of Crawley
Rotary Club of Belmont
Booragoon Rotary
Rotary Club of South
Perth-Burswood
@rotaryclubofcanning
Rotary Club of Heirisson
Rotary Club of Kenwick
Rotary Club of Manjimup
Rotary Club of Plum Boro
@rotaryclubofshalerarea
Victoria Park Rotary
Rotary Club of Washington
Second UN Peace Pole message for
today presented.
at Hollywood Primary School this
afternoon,
22nd September.
Two sustainability monitors with
Principal Lorena Rock and CP Di Collins.
Another great event at Somerly
Primary School in Clarkson
with children, parents, staff and dignitaries
acknowledging International Day of Peace.
Integrated into the school assembly.
were messages of peace by the
children.
, followed by a ceremony to tie
paper cranes,
made by the children,
to the newly installed Peace Pole
by the members of Rotary Mindarie.
Attending and attaching the cranes were
members.
of the Somerly School Board,
Member for Pearce Tracey Roberts,
Mayor City of Wanneroo Linda
Aitken,
Brian Butterworth of Rotary
Mindarie
and Principal Louise Carroll.
World Peace Day.
Peter Burns delivered the UN
Peace message.
at the Doubleview PS Peace
Assembly
on 21 September 2023
. He was accompanied by Clr
Stephanie Proud,
Deputy Mayor City of Stirling
A number of club members
enjoyed.
a few hours Saturday morning
weeding the clubs Adopt a Spot
at Lake Claremont.
The Friends of Lake Claremont
are doing a fabulous job.
rehabilitating the old golf course.
If you want to make a difference
in your community, contact us.
This morning PDG Phil Cordery
and PP John Stockbridge
picked up 100kg of food donated by the lovely
customers of
Maddington Central shopping
centre and delivered it to
·
delivered two large trolleys of
clothing donated.
by Maddington Metro shoppers
to Gosnells Salvation Army this morning,
pictured with one of the staff and Captain Ben
Hollis
Timor-Leste Alternate
Leavers Margaret River
Some of this year’s leavers
having
a blast with an early morning
cook up
at the
Margaret
River Farmers' Market
fundraising for projects in Timor-Leste later
this year.
This year’s team are an absolute
delight and have no doubt
will have a leavers week they will remember
for years to come.
. Well done to all
Sailing on the Swan was held on
10th September.
and was organised by our Club in
conjunction.
with the Royal Perth Yacht Club.
This event provides the families of seriously
ill children.
with a memorable day on the Swan
River sailing
on beautiful cruising boats and yachts.
Thank you to the Stan Perron
Charitable Trust,
the Royal Perth Yacht Club,
and other supporters of this
annual event
to assist families of sick children.
Our #RotaryMtLawley
Club
members were suitably dressed in pirate costumes on the day.
ABC
Chiropractic Centre Malaga
We had the pleasure of
presenting a cheque for over $600.
to Stephen Lennox from the Rotary Club of Ballajura Malaga –
they are a wonderful group who work
tirelessly.
to support our local community
with a variety of projects
Thank you to our ABC family.
for supporting our fundraising
efforts
through purchasing poppies
and tickets for our annual Gingerbread
house
The Haven Well were needing.
some table and seating for clients
to eat their lunch or have a coffee in
comfort.
We are thrilled to announce that with a Rotary
Grant
we were able to accommodate their needs.
and what a great job was done.
Thanks, LDTotal and contractor James Pearson
for volunteering their efforts
and to everyone involved in this
very worthwhile contribution
to the local community.
The 4 tables have now been
installed this afternoon,
after three hours of labour resulting in a great
outcome for all!
We had a fabulous time at our
networking drinks event yesterday
evening!
It was wonderful to catch up with everyone,
sharing stories, and bouncing ideas around for
our upcoming projects
and events to inspire generosity
within the community.
Thank you to everyone who came out.
and made the evening such a
success.
Come see us at City News
Kalgoorlie - Lotto - Newsagent
Christmas Stocking
and GFAF Raffle tickets for sale.
We're also looking for sponsors.
and donors for our Radio
Auction.
Our meeting on 13th September 2023
was held at Moerlina School.
PDG Jerry Pilcher, our
Assistant Governor this year,
was our guest speaker this
week.
Rotary Club
Explores Esperance Port! 
Monday afternoon, members of the Rotary Club
of Esperance
embarked on an exciting excursion to Esperance
Port,
thanks to the diligent efforts of Rotarian
Stephen Schmedje
who coordinated this visit with
Southern Ports.
Led by
David McGrinder and Scott Bates from Southern Ports,
our Rotarians delved into the inner workings
of the Port.
They gained
invaluable insights into the Port's operations,
visiting various key areas, including
the shed
housing spodumene.
But the adventure didn't stop
there! Rotarian Hugh Mackenzie
of Mackenzie Marine and Towage graciously
extended the excursion
by taking our members on an exclusive tour
of one of his formidable tugboats.
It was an educational and
awe-inspiring day,
showcasing the incredible maritime world of
Esperance!
Rotarians walking the bridges
this morning raising funds.
for the Prostate Cancer
Foundation.
Great company; Gorgeous weather & fabulous
cause.
A winning trifecta!!
Come on down to the Stirling markets.
for your gourmet bacon and egg burger
. Stunning weather and a
wonderful way to start your day.
Applications for the WA Rotary
Youth Leadership Awards
program for 2024 are open now!
RYLA is for young people aged 18
to 28 who want to:
develop
their leadership and self-awareness skills.
become the
best version of themselves.
get out of
their comfort zone and grow.
meet new,
like-minded people.
have a
blast!
We promise, we'll deliver all of
that.
and more in our January 2024
program.
Applications close 30 November
2023... apply now.
: https://forms.office.com/r/UPaaHcB9Fp
Rotary Club of
Fremantle
September 26, 1928 [95]
Rotary Club of
Katanning
September 26 1957 [66]
Rotary Club of Moora
September 26 1957 [66]
Rotary Club of
Kununurra
September 26 1986 [37]
Rotary Club of Greater
Geraldton
October 2, 1950 [73]
Rotary Club of
Wyalkatchem
October 7, 1969 [54]
Rotary Club of Batavia
Coast
October21 1969 [54]
Rotary Club of Wagin
October 24, 1958 [65]
Rotary Club of
Busselton Geographe Bay
October 27, 1956 [[67]
Rotary Club of Morley
October 28, 1964 [59]
Rotary Club of Narrogin
October 29, 1948 [75]
Rotary Club of Boulder
October 30, 1961 [62]
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Fortescue Falls in Dales Gorge, Karijini National
Park
