Members of the Rotary Club of Buderim celebrated their ‘Changeover’ with dinner at Piccalilli’s in Buderim on Friday night. Our gratitude to Anthony & Fiona for, yet again, providing a great meal, excellent service in a wonderful venue.
The Changeover function is an opportunity to reflect on the past year, recognize the achievements of the club & individual members, & charter a course forward for the coming year.
Outgoing President, Lynne Phillips, can be congratulated for steering the club through a very successful year. We reflected on our work in the local Buderim community with our contribution to events which are enjoyed by our locals & help foster & maintain the strong sense of community that exists here in Buderim, as well as our work to help those in need both locally, nationally & internationally.
Accolades to Ken Grant for being awarded the Les Day Award for that Rotarian who exemplifies our ethos of Service Above Self. Ken works quietly in the background ensuring things are running to plan & is always the first to throw his hand up when help is needed. Not to mention that his ever-chirpy, positive, friendly attitude is forever appreciated by all members. Well done Ken.
Cathy McKenzie was humbled to be presented with a Paul Harris Fellow award. Whilst the satisfaction from the undeniable sense of purpose Rotary membership fosters, receiving such recognition is indeed an honour.
The Rotary Club of Buderim is indeed in good hands with Clive Shepherd stepping in as President. There’s little doubt that with Clive’s management experience, his knowledge of Rotary, & his emphasis on membership being fulfilling, productive & fun, it’s going to be a great year.
