Rotarians Bill Purcell, Ingrid Albrecht and Richard Graves at the opening night of the art show.
It’s been a busy few months for the Tatura Rotary Club.
Susanne Gill admires the artwork on display.
Louise Serra took home the top prize.
Art on display
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The Rotary Community Art Show was back for it’s 15th year in June.
Taking place over the King’s Birthday long weekend at the Victory Hall, Friday’s opening gala night was a huge success, with many pieces of artwork being purchased on the night by the community.
Entertainment was provided by Stevie Renee and Jarrod Skurrie, with plenty of food and drinks to keep the party flowing.
On the Saturday and Sunday, many people stopped by the hall to view the artwork, with many purchasing a piece to take home.
As part of the art show, there was also a raffle, with over 3000 tickets sold.
This was won by local resident Louise Serra, who took home the top prize painting.
Other winners from the weekend included Julieanne Ward and her painting ‘Cloncurry Cattlemen’ which took home the People’s Choice Award.
“Our artists deserve a big pat on the back, for without their support, there would be no art show,” Rotarian Bill Purcell said.
“A special shout out to all the volunteers who offered their help, once again confirming it really is a community art show.”
The monumental 50,000th can was deposited at FOOTT Waste Shepparton.
Deposit scheme success
The club is still collecting cans, bottles and drink containers for the Container Deposit Scheme, and have recently hit the milestone achievements of 50,000 cans and $5000 raised.
The 50,000th can was deposited by David Cross, marking the monumental moment for the Rotary club.
All funds raised from the collection will go back into the town, to help support the clubs, schools and many other areas of need in Tatura.
The Tatura Rotary Club will continue to collect cans, bottles and drink containers on the first Sunday of each month. Donations can be made between 10am until noon at Men’s/Rotary Shed.
Exercise equipment at Lake Bartlett Recreation Reserve.
Photo by
Rechelle Zammit
Exercise equipment installed
Work out with a view with the new exercise equipment installed in town.
Thanks to the Tatura Rotary Club, the new equipment has been installed at Lake Bartlett, featuring a small circuit of equipment perfect for a quick workout.
The major project took two years to complete, with the club consulting with the Tatura Football and Netball Club, Tatura Lions, Tatura Walks and Rides Committee, schools and the Boot Camp program organisers to bring this project to fruition.
The club raised the needed $70,000 for the new equipment through help from various sponsors.
It includes two sets of equipment, including an elliptical, chest press, leg press and an exercise bike for the community to use and enjoy.
You can find the new equipment at Lake Bartlett Recreation Reserve.
Ray Fleming, incoming president for 2024-25 Frank Matea, current president John John, district governor Neta Kirby and Carol Neave.
Merle Carmichael as Sandy and Bill Purcell as Danny dressed up for the night.
Rotary travels back in time
The district conference took place in April this year.
Held in Shepparton, Rotarians converged for the conference, with the Tatura club well represented with district governor Neta Kirby hailing from the club.
This was also the first time a district governor had come from the club, and the conference marked her last official duty.
The highlight of the conference was the Saturday night dinner, which was ’60s, ’70s and ’80s themed.
Many dressed up for the night, including the club’s own Bill Purcell and Merle Carmichael, who came as Danny and Sandy from Grease.
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