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From last week's meeting
Meeting 15th May
Pres John Mansour opened at 625
Rotary affirmation
Apologies: Fuad Jaafar, Lloyd Roever , Rob Whitney, Irene Giardino, John Kane,
Birthdays: as per spoke
Walter Bock : Rotary Anniversary tonight,
pp Keith Weeding : Pride in Workmanship: Churlya may have two nominees Keith has application forms POW. Please nominate at least one person. Would be good to have six or seven nominees. Will have the event at Coro88 which should hold fifty.
MUNA is on at June 17th
Pres Elect Hugo, pp Peter Moore and Dennise gave a summary of their attendance at District Assembly
Dennise summarised her ideas to improve Rotary image in the Community. We need to be visible in the community. Awards, Primary school speaking, doing rotary projects overseas, Days for Girls, Pacific Projects, Clean up Australia Day, environment is the new are of focus, Community gardens
Patricia Abraham agreed we need a strategic plan and budget. Start planning nights to organise a strategic plan
Closed at 753
Raffle won by Dennise
Tonight's Guest Speaker
Robin Baird is the Sydney Metro West Communication Manager.
My current role involves engaging with stakeholders from organisations representing business and community as well as schools. Robin is passionate about the ‘not–for–profit’ sector, communities and the development of the Sydney Metro network .
This once-in-a-century infrastructure investment will transform Sydney for generations to come, doubling rail capacity between the two CBDs Parramatta and Sydney CBD, linking new communities to rail services and supporting employment growth and housing supply.
Prior to joining the Sydney Metro team Robin has worked with the Northwest Rail Link tunnelling contractors, communications and engagement team and was the former CEO of the Sydney Hills Business Chamber. Robin has contributed to and collaborated with many organisations such as Rotary over the years and welcomes this opportunity to share information and answer questions about Sydney Metro.
Robin and colleague Liz Davidson, Place Manager for Burwood North Acciona Ferrovial Joint Venture (AFJV). Liz will provide information about the construction activities, progress and lookahead. Liz is your point of contact for any enquiries or concerns about Sydney Metro West construction in the area.
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