CRC Bulletin January 19th. 2026

 

 

COOLAMON ROTARY CLUB SOCIAL MEETING 

Monday January 19th 2016 

Tonight we had our first meeting back for 2026.  It was a social night with the Lions of Coolamon.  We thanks Bear and Gary for cooking and for Mary for the pavlova.

There was a good turn out of Rotarians and partners alongside our mates in Lions.  A good night of fellowship and friendships was had.

Here are some photos from the evening:

Before the meeting some of us met up with The Hon. Steph Cooke MP, MLA at the Bottom Pub. Mary wrote this report:

Steph and her assistant I think Megan meet us at the Cheese factory. They only had half an hour however we got through a lot.

We discussed what was going on in relation to gambling and domestic violence Steph understands the impact that this is having on communities and that it is a big problem. She will bring this up again with her colleagues. The problem with gambling is that the state government is reliant on the revenue it brings. They need to find a different source of income to take all this problem head on.

The change in gun laws and impact on local farmers and sports shooters.

Also, what was happening with rabbit control? There is not much funding available for the whole state for vermin control. Local land services are doing baiting programmes for rabbits. However more research needs to be done.

What grants were available for local community? Her office will send details on what grants we have received. It may help us to apply for additional grants

Steph is dedicated to helping the community and we can always send her a message if we have any questions or need assistance.

Thanks for the photo Mary.

Contact Steph Cooke:

Member of the Legislative Assembly
Member for Cootamundra
Shadow Minister for Water, and Shadow Minister for Crown Lands
Member of The Nationals Young Office Phone: 6382 2399
Junee Office Phone: 6924 2533

 

 

DIARY

N.B. You are always welcome to bring guests to most of our meetings, just advise Ian Jennings, 0428 492 157, if you want to bring a guest along when you respond to the weekly dinner roll call!

You can download the full programme here and note that it will change and that will be reflected in the weekly bulletin:  CRC Diary On-Line

*Monday January 19th Social night for our 1st meeting of 2026 is a self catering BBQ at the  Coolamon Sport Rec Club, 6.30 for 7.00 pm.

Monday January 26th Australia Day Public Holiday NO MEETING. 

Monday February 2nd Board of Directors Meeting:- at the Coolamon Sport Rec Club, 5.15 pm.

 *Monday February 2nd.  Not so Ordinary Meeting: This is the last evening that Gilbert and Di will be catering for us.  They will be closing down as always we will be meeting: at the Coolamon Sport Rec Club, 6.30 for 7.00 pm.

 N.B. Until the new caterers take over we will be self catering. Maybe 2 weeks.

 Monday February 23rd Club Assembly:  at the Coolamon Sport Rec Club, 6.30 for 7.00 pm.

 *Guests welcome to bring their partners and friends.

 

All of the above photos were obtained from Facebook.  Credit to the owners.

 

ROTARY NEWS and ITEMS OF INTEREST

1.  ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT ELECT.

Rotary International president-elect emphasizes effective action and ‘embracing the world with open arms’ Rotary International President-elect Olayinka H. Babalola called on members to Create Lasting Impact by making their clubs more welcoming, carrying out impactful projects, and allowing their Rotary experiences to transform them personally.

FULL STORY HERE

RIPE  RI International Assembly

2.  END POLIO NOW

3.  BUSH FIRES NEED FOR FEED

It’s times like this when us Aussies come together to support each other, dig deep when the chips are down and our backs to the wall and all of that stuff to take care of those who need our help.

It’s that Aussie ethos and community spirit that made this country great and continues to make it great.

How do you plan on spending your Australia Day Long Weekend this year?

What could be better than spending it with a bunch of like minded guys and girls doing what really makes our country great, the way we all pitch in to help our mates in need?

Do you have a truck and trailer and have a few days to spare helping out?

We’ll find you a load of hay, and fuel and running costs for trucks, meals and drinks for crew are covered.

It won’t be one big hay run or even necessarily all on the one day, we will be trying to get to every fire on the one weekend.

You can also let us know if you’re available between now and then for other pick up and deliveries in the comments section at the bottom of the registration form.

For others who want to help, if you have a ute and trailer or even car and trailer we can find you something meaningful to do.

 

 

JANUARY IS ROTARY’S VOCATIONAL SERVICES MONTH

Artwork by Rtn. Debbie Vance from Canada

 

 

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