There are some events that have all the ingredients of class. Our Changeover Luncheon on Sunday was one of these: organised by Graeme Isaacson, the TRYP by Wyndham Hotel in Southport again demonstrated what the difference is between ordinary and class. Gathering for pre-luncheon drinks and canapées in the downstairs foyer (sponsored by Kane Chisholm and his company Kieser Bundall), we then proceeded to the top floor where we enjoyed a superbly prepared meal.We were honoured by the attendance of Past District Governor Lisa Hunt and her husband, District Governor Elect Gareth Hunt. Lisa, in her reply to the Toast to Rotary International, touched on the importance of various Rotary programs and, in particular, the importance of continuing in our efforts to reach our goal of totally eradicating the scourge of Polio.
(Now Past) President Paul Seymour summarised his year's major points and recognised all our members' contributions to the success of the past year, and gave special recognition by handing out the awards: Paul Harris Fellowships were bestowed on Evan Mita for his efforts to bring our involvement with the Youth Outreach Centre and the Rotary Support for Students (formerly School 
Mates) to fruition, and to our club's Secretary, Trent Belling, in recognition of his silent background work of keeping minutes, running board meetings etc. A third PHF was awarded to Kane Chisholm (who was unable to attend today), for his ongoing contributions and commitment to our fundraising efforts. Paul then moved on to present the trophies:
Mates) to fruition, and to our club's Secretary, Trent Belling, in recognition of his silent background work of keeping minutes, running board meetings etc. A third PHF was awarded to Kane Chisholm (who was unable to attend today), for his ongoing contributions and commitment to our fundraising efforts. Paul then moved on to present the trophies:| Doug Waller Trophy: | Geoff Croad |
| Fellowship Cup | Doug Lipp |
| Quiet Achiever Award | Franz Huber |
| Rotarian of the Year | Charles Thomasson (image above) |
Congratulations to all!
Paul then proceeded to hand the President's collar over to Mario Fairlie, who briefly foreshadowed his ideas for new activities. (Mario will present his vision and plans at our first 'formal' meeting this coming Wednesday 15th July) Incoming President Mario Fairlie then presented Geoff Croad with a special Community Service Award (see pictures in the Photo Album). Well deserved, Geoff!
(Lots more photos in the Photo Album section as well as on our Facebook page, and the 2025-26 Changeover Report can be downloaded from the Download Section.)