Secretary’s Report
Tom is an apology for tonight - no report
Treasurers Report:
Brian has studied the figures closely and says we are financially OK!
Club Administration:
Kaj mentions that we now have a full board for next year, though if anyone is interested to take the secretary role (Tom has offered to stay on... as well as being president elect) - come and see me.
Youth:
Chelsea, who we nominated for Youth Exchange, has been invited for interviews. Details on the 4-way speaking test have forwarded to ESHS and EACS.
Community
Barry advises that the fish cooker has been fixed and tested OK. A (substantial) bill will be sent to the treasurer.
We are getting ready for the Kojonup visit. The club will take them to Lucky Bay, use the local bbq's and spend a relaxing Saturday (15 April) on the beach. It is suggested we car pool, leaving from the shed. Barry will issue details via email.
The Golf Classic is on April 16. We will need 4-5 golf playing members to cook fish and chips.
The Yabby Classic was a great success, Barry thanks Pancho, John Honey, John Gray and Kaj for their help on the day.
Vocational:
Steve Schmedje has no report (and promptly gets fined for not speaking up!).
International
Graham mentions that a sea container is being prepared for East-Timor and the club will provide a dozen or so bicycles.
Foundation:
N/A
Membership:
N/A
From the Floor:
Brian reminds members that the $100 membership will be effective from next financial year, but the invoice will be $110, incl GST.
Brian also mentions that he has been in contact with Jim Turner about using the simulator for the "keys to Live" program since November last year. Jim has been trained. The Harvey Rotary Club has requested the simulator for the whole of term 2 - which fits with our schedule. If feasible Jim would like to come and collect the drive simulator on the weekend of April 16 and come to our meeting on April 17 (partner night, induction Pratz)
The Lookout break-in has been reported to police. Neil has closed off the top. He is looking for a 10feet, 3" pipe to replace the one that was taken. After the meeting Paul Channon offered to inquire at CBH.
Macka – the Nulsen primary school bikes are almost ready. They will get a final finish, including stickers this Wednesday. They will be formally presented to the kids during a school assembly on May 10.
Media:
Kaj advises that Clubrunner has been updated and now has club events listed out till mid May. Corrina has been able to link it to her phone calendar!
GUEST SPEAKER - Paul Channon, CBH
Guest speaker intro - Kaj
Kaj mentions that, as a non-farmer he has no conflict of interest here. He mentions that Paul started his career as a plumber. He rolled into a job at CBH some 23 years ago and has stayed there ever since. Over to Paul.
Paul recalls his first interaction with Rotary when they sponsored him to go to Germany. He started his CBH career in Corrigin - 1999. This year's harvest had its quality impacted by heavy rains. CBH is still receiving crop into the port. Overall they are in line to set new records not only for Esperance, but all around the country. They set out to sample bags on the farms. Chris Robarts queries whether this can be done earlier as it impacts the ability to market the produce. John Gray comments that the crop was some 1 1/2 month late. He also asks about crop being carried over (3M tons in Kwinana). Paul mentions that they look at building extra storage at Munglinup and anticipates further growth over the next 10 years.
Guest speaker thanks - John Gray
John thanks Paul for a most informative talk. He gives Paul a pen as memento and members express their appreciation with a rousing applause.
