Can we please promote this opportunity to support the communities around Tathra and Bega (RI Director Noel Trevaskis' Club and community) who have been devestated by recent bush fires that have swept into the communities with the loss of homes and possessions. 
In supporting DG Stephen Hill, I take his request to send funds to the designated account to support the local community through the council fund established for this event. 
Please also note the upcoming edition of RDU magazine which speaks to the issue around our organisations responses and coordination of Rotary support and engagement with communities and such disasters.
  The Board of the Bega club has full confidence in their local council and therefore the Mayoral appeal fund.  This is also consistent with the local Lions club.  They are confident that they will work closely with the council for the fair and equitable distribution of funds.

(Remember this is a rural council not a city one and Bega have had many years of close cooperation with their council)

 Bega Rotary asks that if you do make a donation can you please advise their club by sending an email to Charlie Blomfield on ceblomfield@ozemail.com.au

To those clubs or districts that have already donated thank you.

Steve Hill (Colleen)

District Governor 2016 - 17

District Governor 2017 -18

Ph: 041285404  

District 9710