Bally Barker Blog

Balgowlah Rotary and the the Third Age Rock Orchestra held our third dance evening on Saturday 30th July 2022. A great night was had by all - evidenced by the number of people who danced throughout the evening. The venue was Pittwater RSL Club at Mona Vale and it was a most enjoyable night for the ninety people who attended. Harvey Broadbent (leader) and the High Rollers (singers in blue) And of course those numbers we all know and love - like Hey Jude All proceeds will go to Balgowlah Rotary's Local and Youth projects. Thank you to all who supported this great night - especially Harvey and the 3AR Orchestra who all give their time and talents gratis. Well done to the organising team  and we will be sure ready for the next one...  --ooOoo-- And finally.....

A big contrast to last year which had to be held on ZOOM due to Covid restrictions, our Changeover dinner was held at Balgowlah RSL tonight with 28 people attending.   President Rick opened the meeting and welcomed members, partners, friends and guests including our new Assistant District Governor and three people from Lifeline Northern Beaches. The venue was ideal and the two-course meal  very enjoyable - here is some of the happy diners. Photos courtesy John O'Brien - always good ones! The official part: Our new ADG   Rick introduced John Campbell, our new Assistant District Governor – Beaches. John first explained he was a long standing local to Manly and the region having spent many years growing up and living in the area prior to moving to Blackheath.   Welcome John Campbell - Our ADG Beaches 2022-23 John then outlined the rationale behind the 2022-23 Rotary International theme and logo.    Incoming International Presid

Just a few things that are happening very soon: 1. Changeover Dinner: Tues July 19 All 34,000 Rotary Clubs around the World conduct a Changeover ceremony which brings NEW leadership, NEW ideas, a NEW theme and renewed vitality to each Club.  This changeover of leadership occurs throughout Rotary at Club, District and International level.  Changeover Dinner Balgowlah Rotary Date – 19 th  July Time – 6.00pm arrival for 6.30pm start Venue - Balgowlah RSL Cost - $40 per head for 2 course meal Payment – ·         Direct transfer to the Rotary Club of Balgowlah general account; BSB:  633-000  Account number:  162675086 Please ensure your name & "dinner" are included in the transaction notes . ·         OR cash on the night Certainly spouses and families and any interested friends of Rotary are encouraged to join all of us on the night. 2. MANLY SES OPEN DAY:  Sunday July 24 Manly SES is having an Open Day at their base in Balgowlah.   (1C Quirk Road, Balgowlah) With even more r