Thanks to David and Linda Morris for providing their home and garden as venue for afternoon tea on Sunday 19^th.  The event was a fund raiser to provide outdoor furniture for a well-used park in Mount Eliza.  It was great to see such a varied group of members, friends and younger people.  Congratulations to Linda and the Community team for a very well organised event.  We will hear about the total money raised very soon.

Last week's meeting was a very busy one with a combination of things.  Its always great to welcome new members.  In this case, we welcomed Jamie Hunt who transferred from Rotary in Moe. Also, Claire Pearce, who has returned to Rotary after having relocated.

Our two National Youth Science Forum NYSF candidates and parents came to introduce themselves.  NYSF has returned to a two week residential program in either Canberra or Brisbane in January.  We will see the girls again once they have been.

Our speaker Ian Chen gave his perspective on life in China and the reasons for him coming to Australia where he has been for some time.  His parents are still in China and he returns regularly now that Covid lockdowns have been lifted.  Ian fielded many questions from the floor.  I am pleased to report that he has made a significant donation to our Trust. Thank you Ian.