QN 26 - Thank you for Serving Humanity
As the sun sets on the 2016-2017 Rotary Year, it is time to present my closing comments. (And this will be my last QN, you'll be pleased to know!)People rightly ask, "Have you enjoyed your year?" And the answer is "YES!"
I have been honoured to be your Governor for the last 12 months, and both Ann and I have enjoyed the camaraderie shared and great work witnessed across all our Rotary Clubs, Rotarians and friends.
For me, there have been some stand-out achievements - many clubs embracing the need to connect with their Aboriginal Community; most clubs attended the District Conference; we will end the year with as many Rotarians as we started; we have negotiated a satisfactory outcome for the future District localities; your fundraising efforts will see many tens of thousands of children vaccinated against Polio; so many great projects being delivered at home, in the district, nationally and overseas; strong support for disasters at home and abroad; and our solid participation in and organisational skills in presenting our raft of youth programs.
The thing that has most impressed me over the year, is the great commitment Rotarians make in pursuit of the projects, services, and activities that they work on tirelessly, voluntarily, and for the good of others. This selflessness is endearing and made me so proud to be working with Rotarians like you towards our motto, Service above Self. You can read further on my assessment of our performance in Quick News #25.
As we transition into the new year, to be ably led by Governor George Weston, we need to remind ourselves of the 4-Way Test, to think about what type of Rotary would we like our children, nieces and nephews, and grandchildren to be part of, and to serve humanity and make a difference.
Ann and I thank you for your support, and look forward to meeting you again when we are next in your community, or at functions, or our paths cross. We have enjoyed sharing the journey with you, and wish you well for the coming year.
