Volunteers Wanted - New Members Welcome

Established Karrinyup Community Mens Shed

Collaboration with Beaufort Rotary

Health Checks at the SFM during Stroke Week

Fabulous Networking Event

Environment Care - Planting trees at Carine Open Space

Community Project - the Stirling Farmers' Market

Inspiring Sunsets at our Meeting Venue

Mentoring Vocations

Education and Youth Programs

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Latest News in Karrinyup

How Stroke Aware Are You?

Would you recognise the signs of stroke? The week from 2nd - 8th August 2021 has been designated as National Stroke Week. With so much focus on COVID-19, there is a tendancy to overlook one of Australia's biggest killers. Fortunately, in Western Australia we are still free to hold a Stroke Week Event to raise awareness. As part of our service to the local Community, the RC Karrinyup will host an information stall and provide free blood pressure checks by health professionals at the community stall at the Stirling Farmers Market on Sunday 8th August. When did you last have a blood pressure check? Spending a couple of minutes to chat to the team and take a BP check could save your life or that of someone your love. See you there!

SOS in the CoS

Several weeks ago, Mick, Sandra, Jane and Tess from the RC Karrinyup community service team set out on a mission to provide some relief from the cold for homeless people in the City of Stirling in the form of additional winter clothing. The aim was to collect a quantity beanies, socks, gloves and small blankets to be distributed by the City of Stirling in backpacks. Being 'People of Action', the team gathered items from work and friends and operated a stall to collect donated items from the local community at the Stirling Farmers Market. Many, many thanks to all, who contributed in so many different ways. Homeless people in our community will stay a little warmer for your efforts.

Prestigious Recognition for City of Stirling

RC Karrinyup contributes significant amounts from fund raising activities to The Rotary Foundation, the non-profit corporation that supports the efforts of Rotary International to achieve world understanding and peace. For each US$1000 contributed, the club earns credits, which may be used to honour an individual or organisation, that demonstrates a shared purpose with the objectives and mission of The Rotary Foundation. This honour is not given lightly. Paul Harris Fellow recognition is for individuals, however, President Richard on behalf of the RC Karrinyup, has chosen to use Foundation recognition points to honour the City of Stirling with a prestigious Certificate of Appreciation. This was presented at the recent Changeover evening.

Tallulah Wins with Help of RC Karrinyup

RC Karrinyup supports our link school Warwick SHS. Head of Science Graham Johnson reports ‘In the WAHPVA (Western Australian Human Powered Vehicle Association) event both Tallulah and Yokayi ran strongly for the duration of the event. It was cold and miserable with heavy rain prior to the event and considering the two trikes ran without front windscreens for the 6 hours, it was a great overall result. Yokayi ran in the top 10 for most of the day eventually finishing 12th overall and 6th in her division and Tallulah finished 19th overall and first in her division as the highest finishing All-female entrant.’

Graham said’ It is not about winning but about the opportunity, which the support of RC Karrinyup enables Warwick students to experience. ‘We at Warwick Pedal Prix racing are proud to carry the name of the Rotary Club of Karrinyup on our trikes’.

Induction of President Peter

At the recent 2021 Changeover event, President Richard called on President Elect Peter Durrant, inducted him as President of RC Karrinyup and handed over the responsibility of the leadership of the Club. President Peter thanked the club for the honour entrusted to him, mentioned that he would continue Richard’s focus on Diversity, Inclusion and the Environment. We would also strive to increase our ability to adapt, attract new membership while retaining current membership and increase our impact. He said we can be justifiably proud of all we have accomplished as we strive towards our 50th anniversary, which will be a milestone to be savoured.

Paul Harris Fellow Honour to Dawn

At the recent Rotary Club of Karrinyup Changeover event, long standing member Dawn Palm was honoured with a Paul Harris Fellow. RC Karrinyup contributes significant amounts from fund raising activities to The Rotary Foundation. For each US$1000 contributed the club earns credits. The club may decide to use these credits to honour an individual, whose life demonstrates a shared purpose with the objectives and mission of The Rotary Foundation to build world understanding and peace. This honour is not given lightly. Dawn has demonstrated a commitment to helping others and made personal sacrifices in her service contribution to the Club over many years.

Supporting Blinky Bill

The RC Karrinyup this week gave a substantial donation in support of Blinky Bill - Car #96 in the Variety Bash 2021 to be held in August in the Pilbara. Blinky Bill is driven by local youth Ethan, along with his mum Jennifer as navigator. Our club was impressed to see a young person from our area fundraising for such a great cause. Started by Dick Smith in 1985, the Bash raises funds for the Children's Charity, Variety. To date, over $23 million has been raised for sick and disadvantaged kids around Australia. It is not a race or a rally, rather in Dick Smith's words, "a drive in the outback with a few mates" in cars that are 25 years or older, which have been done up in a fun theme. Read more and support Blinky Bill.

Support for Socks in the City

Homeless people struggle to find clean dry socks to wear. As a result they can develop trench foot and other problems. The best treatment is prevention and the best prevention is to wear clean dry socks. Inspired by a presentation at the recent Joint Bi District Conference, RC Karrinyup member Sandra McGuire initiated a drive to support the Socks in the City project of the RC Heirisson to supply warm socks to homeless people in Perth. Sandra and her team collected both socks and money at club meetings and at the Stirling Farmers Market over several weeks. The results were amazing!

2021 Nurse of the Year

The RC Karrinyup Nurse of the Year Award was created in 1990 to honour outstanding nurses and midwives working at the Osborne Park Hospital (OPH). This annual Award recognises a nurse (or midwife) whose daily dedication and care epitomises the highest standard of quality and personal commitment. The winner of the 2021 RC Karrinyup Osborne Park Hospital Nurse of the Year Award is Jo Pye. This Award is highly regarded by the staff and promoted extensively by the Hospital. Congratulations Jo!

Recognition for Youth Leader

At the recent Rotary Club of Karrinyup forty-seventh birthday dinner, Community Services Coordinator at Churchlands Senior High School Christina Kolodij, was honoured with Paul Harris Fellow recognition. RC Karrinyup contributes significant amounts funds to The Rotary Foundation. For each US$1000 contributed the club earns credits. The club may decide to use these credits to honour an individual, whose life demonstrates a shared purpose with the objectives and mission of The Rotary Foundation - to build world understanding and peace. This honour is not given lightly. Christina was honoured in recognition of her work in encouraging and training her students with a positive, balanced approach to life, which involves community service.

Meetings

Rotary Meeting - Speaker Richard Offen

Date: Tuesday Aug 3, 2021, 6:00 pm

Historian, lecturer, broadcaster and overall champion for Perth Richard Offen returns to speak on 'Lost Perth'.

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Rotary Meeting - Speaker Chris Frame

Date: Tuesday Aug 10, 2021, 6:00 pm

Our favourite maritime historian Chris Frame returns to speak on the White Star Line and the Titanic - more than just the sinking.

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Rotary Meeting - Club Assembly

Date: Tuesday Aug 17, 2021, 6:00 pm

The Board of Directors report on our dynamic plans for the Rotary year.

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Rotary Meeting - Blue Moon Event

Date: Tuesday Aug 24, 2021, 6:00 pm

A Blue Moon social event with partners and friends is planned for this evening. Details TBA.

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Events