INDUCTION DINNER 2013

Welcome to President Gaylen

 


PDG Mark Doyle, James Kingston & DG Anneas Balt

 

Rustenburg Rotary Club inducted their 63rd president on 16 July in great style. The club which was chartered in December 1950 has a rich history of flamboyant leaders and is well known for their worthy projects. So it was no surprise that the guest of honour and key-note speaker was James Kingston, professional golfer and known philanthropist.

The newly inducted President Gaylen Coelho, a young and dynamic personality, is committed to continue the good work of the club. She fully supports Rotary International’s vision to concentrate more on sustainable projects. Gaylen said she and the Rotarian's will encourage businesses and other organisations to form partnerships in order to increase the difference that Rotary makes in our community. She was an exchange student in 2004 to Germany through the Klerksdorp Rotary Club.

Gaylen studied BSc Medical Science at the University of Pretoria but decided that running her own company is much more challenging, she is not only involved with a promotion company but she also has her own travel agency. She is married to Miguel a mining Engineer. They both love travelling, good food and wine tasting and are often seen at all the “hot spots” Gaylen is totally in love with animals and would move heaven and earth to protect those in her care. Her pet hates are people with bad table manners and late arrivals. Miguel loves DIY jobs around the house but true to his profession he dislikes disorganised and unprepared people and situations.

Gaylen understands Rotary business and the importance of membership, in fact so much so, that she and Miguel are now expecting their first baby. Congratulations to the ‘swell’ couple!

DG Anneas, President Gaylen & James Kingston



PE Johan, master of ceremonies



New Rotarian: Andrew Webb

 


PP Alan awarding PP  Ronnie
with a 100% attendance certificate

 

Memorandum of Understanding with local municipality

RUSTENBURG ROTARY CLUB AND RUSTENBURG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY JOIN FORCES

 

The Rustenburg Local Municipality recently signed a Memorandum Of Understanding with the Rotary Club of Rustenburg to build on the strong relationship between the parties, ensuring a vibrant healthy community.



Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with Mr Thobiso Mesesa,
 Rotarians: Johan Krugel, Gaylen Coelho, Elsa Doubell and
Dr. M K Mako, Municipal Manager of the Rustenburg Local Municipality.



This historic union was made possible by Executive Mayor, Cllr.  Khunou who has been in consultation with members of the Rustenburg Rotary club. The purpose of this agreement is to strengthen co-operation in considering legislation or regulations that will have impact on the communities falling within jurisdiction of both parties. 



President: Elsa Doubell & Municipal Manager: Dr. M K Mako



The Rustenburg Rotary Club is very excited about the support and believes that in these current economic times that this is the way forward. They also expressed a wish for forming more partnerships with local business to improve their efforts in their service to mankind.



Members of the Rustenburg Local Municipality and Rustenburg Rotarians with
Acting Executive Mayor:
MMC L Kgaladi and Municipal Manager: Dr. K. Mako.



Charter Dinner

Rustenburg Rotary Club's 62nd Charter Dinner

The Rustenburg Rotarians recently celebrated the club's birthday with a formal dinner at the local golf club. The Rustenburg Rotary Club was chartered on the 16th December 1950.  Mr. F W Offermeier was the club’s first president and many well-known people followed in his footsteps.

Rotary International attracts dynamic individuals with a strong desire to help the community around them, and with the Rustenburg Club, there is no difference. Over the years the members representing various professions and businesses have used their skills and networking abilities to make a sustainable difference.

The guest speakers were four young students who had recently attended RYLA, a youth camp for enthusiastic students, selected for their leadership potential.  Their message to the members was that this wonderful Rotary project had changed their attitude towards their role as leaders amongst fellow learners and the general populace, especially those in need.

Various sponsors were acknowledged and thanked for their selfless contribitions towards the Rustenburg Rotary Club.  Amongst those mentioned  was Muriel Vos,  co-owner of Palm Lodge,  who has generously donated money via a monthly debit order for more than ten years to the club's project fund. This fund makes provision for much needed assistance to organizations, like child and women abuse survivors, disabled people, the elderly and the various needs of those less fortunate, either by their social or physical situation.

Another long standing friend of Rotary, Peter Floudiotes and his lovely wife Gillian were amongst those who were recognized for their kind assistance with projects over the years, especially concerning the elderly.

Thanks once again, for Rotary and similar service organisations couldn't survive without the help of local business, corporate companies and caring individuals.

Mr. Hilko Von Zwietering, who was a Rotarian of thirty plus years and who recently resigned as a member to enjoy his retirement, was handed a certificate of appreciation for the many years of service as club treasurer. We wish him and his kind-hearted wife Marie a long and happy future.

Gaylen Choelo was presented with the “Rotarian Of The Year” trophy. No task is too big or too small for this hardworking young Rotarian.

Schoolbag Project

A new year and a new beginning for first time learners.

President Elsa and the principal of Tshedimosong Primary explaining to the learners about Rotary

Rustenburg Rotary recently donated  new school bags filled with stationary to selected grade one learners from the following primary schools; Sunrise Park, De-Hy, Kroondal, Karlien Park and Tshedimosong.

This is the third year that Rustenburg Rotarians with the kind assistance of Rudan Motors and Wimpy was able to put a smile on these little people’s faces. After a short explanation of what Rotary is all about, an eager little learner when asked what he wants to be when he is grown up, said that he wanted to be President of the world and a Rotarian. Well done little one, with that attitude you are going to go places.

 

Eager little learners from the newly build Sunrise Park Primary School with their new schoolbags with acting principal, Mrs. Judy Schreuder