9 The Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama celebrated its annual changeover with a difference on the Hammel farm with the lake as the backdrop for the official duties and ceremony. The club officially welcomed our new president Mike Mellare and said thank you to immediate past president Russell Mowles. Members, family and friends Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama Leadership Team Membership and awards It was also a milestone for our membership with five new members inducted to join the club. The presentation was made for the Rotarian of the Year and awarded to Renee Henry and the President's Award to Dean Tunley and Lou Woolard. Congratulations! The District Governor, Sue Mulraney, welcomed the new Leadership Group. Special day and farm tour The day was made even more special with Mark Hammel providing an interesting and informative tour of the farm including the operation and the various products produced coupled with a history of the farm, the district and the hardships that his family and other families have endured for over 150 years. At each station where Mark spoke, Ryan Knell and his wife Meg, owners of the Rebellion Rum Co, produced various cocktails in keeping with each area of interest. Mark in the strawberry patch Thank you. We would like to thank Councillor Mark Hammel and partner Tanya for their amazing hospitality and knowledge sharing of the Hammel family farm. We would also like to thank Rebellion Rum Co and Treasured Moments Grazing for their delicious drinks and delectable eats. Finally thank you to Jennifer Oliver for organising a great event. The day concluded with a huge bonfire where young and a little older family and friends toasted the delights of marshmallows. Ryan and Meg at the cane field bar A great afternoon was had by all. An Important Day with a Difference… for The Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama
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