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Ocean to Outback Cycle Ride Raises a Staggering $67,284

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Our awesome riders on stage at the 2019 District Conference after completing the Ocean to Outback bike ride. They have reaised over $50,000 for Mental Health
Rotary Club of Victor Harbor President Mark Cox and the whole cycle team receive a warm welcome on stage from the District Governor at the District 9520 Conference in Broken Hill – April 2019.

The Rotary District 9520 Conference Committee donated the proceeds from this year’s Broken Hill District Conference ($5000) to our O2O Bike Ride LTL campaign. This now takes the total raised for research into mental health to a staggering –
$67,284
Many thanks to Kim Harvey and her committee for this wonderful gesture.  It reinforces the magnitude of the support we received from Kim and Paul throughout the campaign.

Art Show Chair – Sue Ellers Thanked

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Rotarian Sue Ellers receives a PHF Sapphire pin from Club Sergeant Jeff McEvoy along with a specially commissioned painting by renowned artist Lorraine Lewitzka for her work as Chair of the Art Show for the past 4 years, at the changeover dinner held at Encounter Bay Bowls Club on Saturday 29 June 2019.

2019 Conference Bike Ride

David Elliott Ocean to Outback, Rotary

Conference bike ride from the Ocean to the Outback

March 28 to April 4, 2019

636 kms from Victor Harbor to Broken Hill

 7 days – 1 rest day

Average 90 kms per day

The Rotary Club of Victor Harbor is proud to organise this exciting event to raise funds for research into mental health.

We will be cycling from Victor Harbor to Broken Hill arriving in time for the last Rotary District 9520 Conference

The ride has even more significance now that our drought affected rural friends and families are struggling through such a difficult time.

It is not only farmers who need our help here, but entire communities.

All funds raised will go to Australian Rotary Health (ARH) and every dollar raised goes directly into Mental Health Research which has been ARH’s main area of focus since 2000.

ARH was established in 1981 and has contributed over $40 million into health research – “In Australia, by Australians, for Australians”.

“I commend the Rotary Club of Victor Harbor for this wonderful initiative which will not only raise much needed funds for research into mental health through our own Australian Rotary Health, one of the largest independent funds of mental health research within Australia, but will increase awareness of mental health issues within rural communities. This bike ride – from the ocean to the outback – is a great example of Rotarians as People of Action!”

Kim Harvey, District Governor 2018-2019

Please support us… support Rotary Mental Health research… support our communities.

$100.00 Rider entry fee

The route:

Thursday 28th March, Victor Harbor to Hahndorf – 74km

Friday 29th March, Hahndorf to Nuriootpa – 84km

Saturday 30th March, Nuriootpa to Burra – 114km

Sunday 31st March Programmed rest day

Monday 1st April, Burra to Terowie – 68km

Tuesday 2nd April, Terowie to Yunta – 101km

Wednesday 3rd April, Yunta to Olary – 77km

Thursday 4th April, Olary to Broken Hill – 118km

We encourage youth, women and men to join us on this exciting adventure.

Any cyclist wishing to participate will need a minimum standard of 24 km per hour solo on a flat road for a minimum of 2 hours. Every day will be split into 2 sessions. Starting time and duration between breaks will be advised before each day’s ride. At least one support vehicle will be on the road for the duration of the event thanks to the Rotary Club of Victor Harbor.

All sponsors will be recognised on signage displayed on support vehicles and trailers for the duration of the event.

Safety will be of paramount importance. All cyclists are to adhere to a code of conduct that will be required to be followed during the event.

Non Rotarians are welcome if you support our cause.

If you are coming to the conference, why not bring a bike or e-bike and roll in to Broken Hill with us in support of this great cause. Alternatively, feel free to walk the last section with us into town.

Looking forward to your participation.

Direct Deposits for entry fee and  donations:
Victor Harbor Rotary Club
BSB:  065 511Account #:   1009 4619
Please advise of your deposit via email to coxco20@bigpond.com

Register your interest in either donating or riding by contacting:

Mark Cox

President, Rotary Club of Victor Harbor

Email:  coxco20@bigpond.com

Ph:  0414 904 574

Community Grants Program

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The 2019 Community Grants Program is now open, closing on May 5, 2019.

Please go to https://www.victorharborrotary.org.au/grants-program/ for more information.

Further information is available by phoning Brian Liddy on 0402 777 866 and all correspondence sent to victor.rotary@gmail.com

2018 2019 Changeover Dinner

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Recently our new President Mark Cox was inducted as the clubs new president for the 2018 / 2019 year taking over from John Cunningham.

The night was highlighted by awarding a Paul Harris Fellow to long time journalist for The Times, Michael Simmons and club member Judith Philips.

Honorary Members Pat Chigwiggen, Lorraine Lewitzka and Jan Sheehan were recognised.

Included in the 60 members and guests present were new local member for Finniss David Basham and his wife Kate and Graeme Philp the Mayor of Victor Harbor accompanied by his wife Carol.