Community Service Report 2019 – 20
This year continues to see the Rotary Club of Inverell East heavily involved in projects to assist the Community and Schools of the area.
The development of the May Street Park is gradually winding down after its official opening in June. This project was started in 2011 and continues to develop with the support of Inverell Shire Council through Anthony Alliston. Consistent watering of new shrubs, trees and grass and regular mowing by members have the place looking very attractive even though we had been experiencing severe drought up until Christmas. A group of lads doing community service has taken over the task of mowing. We a very grateful for the help.
Major events, Inverell’s Got Talent and the River Run, have involved many members over long periods of time. Events such as Inverell’s Got Talent and The River Run provide an opportunity for members of the public to perform and develop their skills. They also help raise funds that are used to support numerous people and local groups.
The Copeton Swim didn’t run again because of the drought and the low dam level.
The Duck Race, after a year of recess because of financial stresses within the town, was on again this year and the weather conditions allowed the ducks to produce impressive performances. Members spent many hours selling Duck tickets in this, our major fund raiser.
The Chip Van continues to involve many members and supports community functions throughout the year.
Service performed and sponsorship by Inverell East Rotary Club this 2019 – 20 year
June 2019
Official Opening of the May St Park – BBQ provided for supporting representatives attending from Danthonia, Clontarf, Inverell High School, Land Services, Tree Tenders, Community Services, STA FM & the Inverell Times.
Eisteddfod – support on door.
July
Financial Support given to Breast Cancer Group.
Individual members made themselves available to help with Blaze-Aid catering
NYSF selections – support through mentoring, transport and financial costs for Mikeely Kent and Hannah Huynh who have been accepted to attend the next NYSF.
August
Parking supervision for Sapphire Rock N Roll Festival.
Thankyou BBQ provided for Blaze Aid volunteers.
September
Brighter Access Day – chip van.
Driver Education – support on BBQ.
Clean up of old carpet at Copeton Dam.
Duck Race tickets – sellers start approaching Business Houses.
Men’s Health Check – support by setting up and paperwork.
October
River Run – organise and run.
Inverell’s Got Talent – auditions and main event.
Inverell Sapphire Festival Parade – supervising float positions.
Inverell Sapphire Festival – chip van.
Duck Race – sale of tickets and preparation for race
November
Support for Imogen McDonald – Public Speaking.
Lighting of Christmas Tree – chip van
December
May St Park – more tree planting with help from Clontarf and Danthonia boys.
Foundation’s – Mental Health.
RYAG – support for two students Emily White and Ashley Imber-Garrett
Inverell High School – Year 10 Authentic Assessment interviews.
Apex Venetian Carnival – chip van.
January 2019
National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) – financial support and preparation for Mikeely Kent and Hannah Huyhn
February
Organisation of Newcastle Australian Army Band performance
March
Cycle Track Opening – Fun Run organisation and Chip Van.
Science & Engineering Challenge – volunteers.
April, May
Recess due to Coivid19.
June
Working Bee – clean-up of Pioneer Village in preparation for reopening.