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What with no snow season, the severe drought and the worst bush fires in living memory the community of Mansfield Shire has been doing it tough.
The Rotarians of Eltham thought they would like to help out the local community by arranging for their Club members and partners visit the area on the first weekend of May (4th to 6th).The idea was to inject some money into the local economy, gain an understanding of the devastation caused by the bushfires, have a good time and have some fellowship with the Mansfield Club.
The Rotary Club of Mansfield is very supportive of this idea as are many members of the local community. The Council as they became aware of what we are trying to achieve, were also keen to support this event. In conjunction with the Eltham visit it has now been decided to put a festival on for the whole of the Mansfield Community on Saturday night of May 5th. The Festival starts at 4:30 on the Saturday with the fireworks commencing at 6:30. Admission is free! The Dinner is at 8:00pm at a cost $25.00 per head.
The highlight of the evening will be a spectacular fireworks display, which is being underwritten by the Eltham Club and provided by one of their club members. There will be entertainment food and wine stalls at the festival and a dinner for all Rotarians and friends who wish to come along.
On Sunday there is a golf day at Mansfield Golf Club with a shot-gun start at about 8:00am.
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The local Mansfield Hospital plays a pivotal role in the Mansfield Community. It was the first port of call for those injured New Zealand firefighters in the bushfires. Normally the local community raises funds every year for the Hospital. But times are tough….. SO……
The Rotary Clubs of Mansfield and Eltham have decided they would like to raise $25000 towards a post natal humidifying crib for the Hospital as the present one has broken down. This is a vital piece of equipment as up to 80% of all babies born at the hospital, use it during their stay.
We look to other Rotarians and their Clubs for support. It's going to be a great weekend. There is plenty of accommodation available.
Trips have been arranged to visit the bush fire areas, four wheel drives into the Mountains and a golf competition on the Sunday at the local Mansfield Club
If you would like to put something back into a rural community that is suffering and join in the weekend festivities and/or if you or your club would like to donate something to the hospital appeal, please contact me.
Mike Irwin
March 23, 2007
Festival Co-ordinatorRotary Club of Eltham
Ph: 043 232 052 or 03 5779 1651 Email: mike.irwin@optusnet.com.au
