The Rotary Club of Seymour celebrated another successful year at its annual changeover event on Sunday, July 13.
New members inducted, awards presented, donations disbursed and a new president and board announced — it was a busy day at Rotary on Sunday.
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There were smiles, friendship and fellowship as far as the eye could see in a packed Seymour Bowls Club as the Rotary Club of Seymour held its annual changeover lunch on July 13.
Outgoing president Mark Dossor had a busy afternoon emceeing the event, which saw the club celebrate donating nearly $15,000 to community groups, honour two local legends and present Paul Harris Fellowships to five deserving members.
And all of that came before new president Ruth Byers was sworn in.
Rotary member Fiona McCarthy, Mitchell Rangers Soccer Club secretary Liberty Fletcher, Mitchell Rangers Soccer Club treasurer Kim Cash, Seymour Junior Netball Association president Dave Allan and outgoing Seymour Rotary president Mark Dossor. Photo: Simon Ruppert
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“It’s been a wonderful year,” Mr Dossor said.
“I consider it an honour to have been president twice and when you’ve got a good team working with you, it’s so fulfilling, it really is.
“This year we’ve raised some money and done some great service within the community.”
Mr Dossor said he knew Ms Byers would be a great president as she also prepared to serve in the role a second time.
“The only advice I’ve given her is just be president. Don’t take on anything else. Just do the job,” he said.
Rotary Club of Seymour members had a great time at the annual changeover lunch. Photo: Simon Ruppert
Ms Byers thanked Mr Dossor for his work and a wonderful year in the spotlight.
“I am truly honoured and humbled to lead the club for the 2025-2026 year,” she said.,
“In my role, I will incorporate our club’s core values which are service, fellowship, integrity and diversity.
“By following these values, I hope to inspire the club to do bigger, be better and stay current.”
Ruth Byers is the new president of the Rotary Club of Seymour. Photo: Simon Ruppert
At the lunch, Matt Tenant and Shane Elliot were honoured with Pride of Workmanship Awards for their service to the community.
Mr Tenant is the owner of Tenex Rail. He has been operating the business since 2010, employing 24 district residents. After the 2022 floods in Seymour, Mr Tenant and his crew assisted in the clean-up before government assistance arrived.
Mr Elliot is principal of Seymour’s Flexible Learning Centre. He has demonstrated his passion, commitment and professionalism in creating a secure learning environment for students and takes pride in ensuring the best outcome for them.
Outgoing Seymour Rotary president Mark Dossor and past district governor Phillip Clancy with two of the club's new Paul Harris Fellows, Alison Hall and Paulette Andrews. Photo: Simon Ruppert
New members Ken Butcher, Leanne Chapman, Russell Chapman, Joanne Wilson and Trevor Wilson were inducted in to the club.
On top of the club’s disbursements, $500 sporting grants were awarded to the Seymour Sharks Swimming Club, the Seymour Junior Netball Association and Mitchell Rangers Soccer Club.
Meanwhile, Mary Greenshields, Dr Bill Dwyer, Kathy Mills, Alison Hall and Paulette Andrews were honoured with Paul Harris Fellow awards.
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