Community Projects in Nabawan

AVOIDABLE BLINDNESS OUTREACH:

Members of Rotaract Club of Likas Bay participated their sponsor club, Rotary Club of Likas Bay's community project, the Avoidable Blindness Outreach to Nabawan on the 10 - 11 November 2007. They convoyed to Keningau, which is approximately 138 kilometers from Kota Kinabalu on 9 November 2007 and stayed at Perkasa Hotel. They left to Nabawan community hall the next day, another 67 kilometers from Keningau.

A total of 16 Rotarians, 8 Anns, 8 Rotarians children, 8 Rotaractors, 11 medical personnel from Keningau Hospital, 8 volunteers from private sectors, 3 members of Sabah Optical Association, 4 members of Diabetes Association, 20 medical personnel from Queen Elizabeth Hospital and 8 pharmacists from Sabah Pharmaceutical Society worked for these two full day event. There are 1,136 residence of Keningau and Nabawan District were being screen.

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DONATE-A-BOOK CAMPAIGN:

On 11th November 2007, the Rotaractors and Rotarians of Likas Bay visited Butitin Hostel which is located nearby the Community Hall. Butitin means "star" in Murut. Brother Peter Phelan, the care taker of the Hostel since its inception in 1991, and the boarders welcomed them. Parents of boarders at the hostel are charged RM10 a month, but some cannot afford even at this minimal charges. The hostel operates on donations, the boarders also grow their own vegetables and fish. Currently, there are 36 male and 38 female boarders. The Rotaractors presented some used books which was collected through its donate-a-book campaign, while the Rotarians contributed groceries.

Save Our Sight

President Veronica Chin and PP Juliana Tokuzip participated the Eye and Diabetes Screening project jointly organised by the Ophthalmology Department of Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) and Rotary Club of Likas Bay at QEH tower block lobby on 8 November 2007.

In conjunction with the World Sight Day, the free eye and diabetes screening and exhibition were mainly organised to create awareness on various eye blinding diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, eye injuries, cataract and the importance of eye care and treatment.

SMK Bandaraya Interact Club

Just before the 2007 school term ends, the Interactors of SMK Bandaraya organised a farewell party for their first batch members which is also their Charter members on 7th November 2007. SMK Bandaraya Interact Club is a young club but within a short period they have build their membership to 81 students, and they have grabbed the school's Best Club of the Year! For RY 2007/2008, the club is led by Interactor Norsarah... and thank you so much for inviting us to join your party and for the good lunch!!

Charity Dinner & Concert

President Veronica Chin and Secretary Adrina Chong attended the Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu Annual Charity Dinner & Concert 2007 at the Magellan Sutera Resort on 3 November 2007...thanks to President Peter Yapp!

Members of the former ladies of The Supremes were flown in from the United States for a special performance. The former Supremes, whose members include Scherrie Payne, Lynda Laurence and Freddi Poole, drew a huge crowd in the name of charity.

The guest of honours were the Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Haji Aman and his wife Datin Seri Faridah Hj Tussin. Among other programme for the charity dinner is an auction of paintings by local artists.

Hosting RACKL of District 3300

The Rotaract Club of Kuala Lumpur visited Kota Kinabalu recently for their fund raising program, The Kinabalu Project. Our fellow Rotaractors of District 3300 visit was short but we believe, it was eventful. Although we were not their host Club, but we manage to host them for a fellowship dinner and a short night out, the day before they left Kota Kinabalu. I do hope that we have done our best to make them comfortable and happy during their short outing to KK city that evening!

Around 8.30pm, President Neeraj of RACKL reached KK with 3 others friendly smiling friends from KL and Rotarian Yanzi of RC Bukit Bintang. They had been here for 4 days already, in which President Neeraj had led the team and conquered the famous Mount Kinabalu. Attending from our club were DRR Lina Chin, Rtr Nicholas Lo, Rtr Joysy Hii, PP Juliana Tokuzip and President Veronica Chin. We hope this friendship built will continue for years to come...

Donate A Book Campaign

Another Induction!

During our 8th Regular Meeting on 16th October 2007, members of the Rotract Club of Likas Bay witnessed another ‘Yes, I do’ event… Let’s welcome our newly inducted Rotaractors - Michelle Chong, Chelwin Soo and Samuel Yeh. Rtn Aldrin Wong was also present at the meeting.

With the induction of our 3 "youngest" Rotaractors, our club's membership now stands at 18, a good number, the chinese said. We say..lean and fit, the trio will definitely bring more energy, hip-hop fun and creativity into our club.

Congratulation and welcome on board!

We were also given a surprise visit by President Neeraj of Rotaract Club of Kuala Lumpur, who then joined us to celebrate PP Juliana Tokuzip and PP Yvonne Tan birthday.

Rotaract Club of Kota Kinabalu Installation

Rotaract Club of Kota Kinabalu 26th Installation Dinner was held on 7th October 2007 at Ocean Seafood Restaurant with the theme 'Jeans Night'. (Photo : VP Mervyn Voo, DRR Lina Chin, President Ivory, President Veronica Chin, Rtr Esther Chong, Rtr WahKon, Rtr Wesley and IPP Jason Ho)

The Coffee Experience Tour at Cap Kuda Coffee Factory

There's more to your cup of coffee than you think! The Coffee Experience Tour at the Cap Kuda Coffee Factory which was held on 6th October 2007 gave caffeine aficionados an opportunity to learn more about their favourite beverage, its origin, manufacturing process and history.

The Cap Kuda Coffee Company (or Yap Yu Sendirian Berhad, trading as Hock Lee Coffee Powder Factory) was established in the early 1960s. Today, it is one of the largest coffee manufacturers in Sabah, operating from specialized office-plant on a 1.5-acre site.

At the Coffee School, we were introduced to the various types of beans, followed by a video presentation. The highlight of the visit is none other than the coffee tasting session. We learnt the difference between a cappuccino, espresso and Sabah's very own concoction, the Kopi-O, also known as Borneo's Drink.

At the end of the visit, we were given one of their coffee products as a souvenir. We were informed that the Coffee School also offers specialized courses for coffee enthusiasts, teaching them how to brew coffee for personal or commercial needs.

Induction Ceremony

On 2nd October 2007, Mr. Wesly Chua and Mr. Leong Wah Kon were being inducted to the Rotaract Club of Likas Bay family, and they are now officially Rotaractors... welcome on board!

Photo from left: NGD Woo Soo Poo, Rtr Wesly Chua, Rtr Leong Wah Kon, President Peter Yapp and President Veronica Chin.

Congratulation to the newly wed couple...

On 28th September 2007 is the wedding day of our very handsome and cool Immediate Past President, Rtr Jason Ho and our very beautiful and capable Club Service Director, Rtr. Esther Chong. As the wedding clashes with our regular club meeting, we decided to make the wedding our club meeting instead. This couple met in one of our Club fellowship gathering at Cempaka Square, shortly after the "first met", they started to celebrate all sort of festivals together, including Moon Cake Festival, which gave a good excuse to our IPP to date Esther under the moonlight…haha! Both of them are match made in heaven. Though IPP Jason looks very "taukeh", but he speaks very gently. A very laid back man who will snick every opportunity to relax if he could afford to. Well, like a key to a lock, Esther is made perfectly for him. Not laid back at all, has her own very strong principles and will ensure every detail is attended to. Jason and Esther marriage is a promise of love. On behalf of the club, I wish both of you forever happiness and joy.

Meeting with DG Chris Chen

The Rotaract Club of Likas Bay and Interact Club of SMK Bandaraya with NGD Woo Soo Poo attended a dialogue session with District Governor Chris Chen on 19 September 2007 at Pacific Sutera Hotel. Also present were AG Christina Aluda, President Peter Yapp, PE Chua Soon Lan and Rtn George Ligunjang.

President Veronica, Rtr Adrina, Rtr Nicholas, Rtr Joysy, Rtr Yap and PP Juliana, then joined the Rotary Club of Likas Weekly Meeting followed with Club Assembly and fellowship dinner.

Birthday Celebration

Another membership gathering was held on 11 September 2007 at the Spice Island, Sutera Harbour Marina & Country Club, celebrating Rtr Dennis and PP Juliana's Birthday. Six 'potential members' joined us for the dinner... Special thanks to NGD Woo and Rtr Esther for the excellent dinner-fellowship arrangement.

Spice Island, one of the Resort’s signature restaurants, is host to a refreshingly unique menu of Malay-Indian fusion cuisine. Complemented by the ambiance created with the nostalgic decor of the restaurant and the period garb of the attentive service staff, it’s no wonder that Spice Island is the venue of choice of royalty and dignitaries.

Crocodile Foundation Wheelchair Aid

President Veronica had an opportunity to meet up with Dato Dr. Tan Hian-Tsin and his spouse Dr. Tan Tsao Sui Lan, Past President of Rotary Club of Garden City Singapore, also the Chairman and Founder of the Crocodile Group of Companies.

The Crocodile Foundation, being the charitable arm of the Crocodile Group of Companies, has donated 3,600 wheelchairs to the needy in several Asean countries. Of the 3,600 wheelchairs, 2,280 were solely sponsored by Crocodile Foundation while the balance 1,320 were jointly sponsored with Tsao Chung Gih Foundation of Taiwan. These wheelchairs were distributed to the needy in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Vietnam through Rotary International (RI) and Junior Chamber International (JCI). Of the 3,600 units of wheelchairs, 600 have been allocated to Rotary International District 3310 which will be benefit the needy in Melaka, Johor, Singapore, Sarawak, Sabah, Labuan FT, and Brunei Darussalam.

Our sponsoring club, Rotary Club of Likas Bay, has allocated two wheelchairs to Rotaract Club of Likas Bay to be handed over through our community service project.

16th Installation Banquet

On 1 September 2007, the Rotaract Club of Likas Bay installed it's new President, Veronica Chin at the Mediterranean Bar & Restaurant, Tanjung Aru. The 2007/2008 office bearers are, Mervyn Voo as Vice President & Community Service Director, Adrina Chong as Secretary, Dennis Kok as Treasurer, Jason Ho the Immediate Past President as the Finance Director and Sergeant-at-arm, Esther Chong as Club Service Director, Nicholas Lo as Professional Development Director and Michael Teong as International Service Director.

During the Installation, IPP Jason Ho presented the 2006/2007 activities photo. A special recognition made to PP Juliana Tokuzip for her tireless support through the years. IPP Jason also introduced all 9 members recruited during the past Rotary year, they are, Nicholas Lo, Adrina Chong, Joysy Hii, Dennis Kok, Raymond Chong, Yap Vun Fui, Gin Kwan, Mervyn Voo and Esther Chong. IPP Jason also took the opportunity to recognise his Board of Directors and presented a token of appreciation to the 2006/2007 President of RC Likas Bay, IPP David Kong and 2006/2007 President of RC Kota Kinabalu South, IPP Andy Wong for their support during his term. A special 'frame' was made with a compilation of activities photo for 2006/2007 NGD Aldrin Wong in recognition of his support and as a remembrance from the Club.

Our sponsoring club President, Rotary Club of Likas Bay, President Peter Yapp was invited as our Guest of Honour, he applauded the good work done by the previous team and encouraged Rotaractors to continue Shares Rotary and to take any and every opportunity to be involved in Rotaract/Rotary program. He also urged all office bearers to take the obligations that they accepted as seriously as they would take those of the things that are important in their life. President Peter Yapp concluded his speech congratulating the Organising Chairman, Nicholas Lo and his team for a successful and memorable Italian Night.

Among our invited guests during the Installation are, our Advisory Club, Rotary Club of Kota Kinabalu South, President Robert Liau, Spouse Jenny and members, District Rotaract Deputy Chairman PP Victor Wong and Spouse, Assistant Governor Christina Aluda, NGD Woo Soo Poo and Spouse, President James Jupinion of RC Kota Kinabalu, President Mitsubori Satoru and Spouse of RC Luyang, President Pang Suk Ching of RC Tanjung Aru, President Abu Bakar Sheriff of RC Kinabalu Sutera and President Ivory of RAC Kota Kinabalu. Also in attendance are the President of Interact Club of Kian Kok Middle School, President Lai and member.

A job well done to OC Nicholas Lo and committee members for a very successful Installation Banquet. A big thank you to all Rotarians, advertisers, sponsors and friends for their kind support and generous contribution in making our Italian Nite an extra-ordinary one! Grazie...

Boarding Pass to our Italian Nite (above) and our meals on board (below)

2007 Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference

The 4th Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference was held at A'Famosa Resort, Melaka from 24th to 28th August 2007. The Rotaractors of Rotary International District 3300 with the support of the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia hosted the Conference. The conference highlighted the issues faced by Rotaractors in the region, cross culture exchange, project idea exchange as well as a platform for the voicing of opinion.
There are more than 30 members from District 3310 and 2 members from Rotaract Club of Likas Bay attended the conference, President Veronica and DRR Lina. (Photo: Pres. Veronica in Lotud traditional costume and DRR Lina in Rungus traditional costume with Rotaractors from India)

RC Likas Bay 24th Anniversary Dinner Celebration

11 members of the Rotaract Club of Likas Bay attended the Rotary Club of Likas Bay 24th Anniversary Dinner Celebration held on 19 August 2007 at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort.

Welcoming Rotary Club of Lu Chou

Members of the Rotaract Club of Likas Bay attended the Rotary Club of Likas Bay dinner at Rtn Datuk Dr. Ghandi Das residence welcoming their sister club from Taiwan, Rotary Club of Lu Chou, Taipei.Rtn Michael Wan performing a Kadazan song, while DRR Lina and Rtn Taidin teaching our visitors the Kadazan dance - Sumazau. Everyone is having a good time and an enjoyable fellowship.

RC Luyang Weekly Meeting

President Veronica attended RC Luyang weekly meeting on 15 August 2007 at the Radius International Hotel. (Photo : Rtn Abd Halim, President Mitsubori Satoru and Rotarian from Japan)

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park

Rotaract Club of Likas Bay, Interact Club of Kian Kok Middle School and Rotary Club of Likas Bay had an enjoyable and educational outing together to the Lok Kawi Wildlife Park on 13 August 2007. Lok Kawi Wildlife Park (or Lokkawi Zoo) is located at old Penampang-Papar road, about 15km from Kota Kinabalu city. The visitors can see Borneo and Malaysia wild animals such as orang utan, proboscis monkey, Asian elephant, rhino, deers, clouded leopards, sun bears, gibbons, civets, birds, tigers, etc. Open daily from 9.30am - 5.30pm. We spent more than 2 hours, and the entrance fee is only RM5 for student and RM10 for adult.

KK Jazz Festival

The 1st Kota Kinabalu Jazz Festival, a charity concert, was held on 11 August 2007 at the Jesselton Point. It is jointly organised by the Rotary Club of Kota Kinabalu, Society for Performing Arts Kota Kinabalu Sabah (SPArKS), Suria Group and Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK). Audiences were entertained by local and international performers non-stop from 6pm to 12.30am!! Superb! (Photo : President Veronica and RAC Kota Kinabalu President Ivory)

RC Kinabalu Sutera Installation

Rotary Club of Kinabalu Sutera Installation cum Anniversary Dinner was held on 11 August 2007 at Pacific Sutera Hotel. (Photo : PP Victor Wah 2006/07 SAA, President Veronica, President Abu Bakar B. Sheriff and Past District Governor Datuk George A. Ginibun)

2nd Board of Directors Meeting

2nd Board of Directors Meeting held on 6 August 2007 at New Little Taiwan, a new outlet at City Mall, Kota Kinabalu. (Photo: Pres Veronica, Secretary Adrina, VP Mervyn, PP Yvonne, Club Service Dir Esther, IPP Jason and International Service Dir Michael)

SWEPA Toastmasters Installation

Attended SWEPA Toastmasters Installation held on 4 August 2007 at Atmosphere Revolving Restaurant with the theme "A Night of Glamorous" with Rotary Club of Kinabalu Sutera.

District Meeting

The District Meeting was held on 29 July 2007 at DRC John Ng residence, Singapore. At the meeting were DRC John Ng, DRR Lina Chin, IPDRR Muhammad Zakir, Hon Sect Yvonne Tan, Hon Tres Mervyn Voo, CoSc Chair Gregory Sim, Pro Dev Chair Tan Bing Xian, Marcom Team Keyuan, Wendy and Yancy, ZR 3 Matthew Phua, ZR Zone 4 Bay Yeo and in attandance were President Veronica and Sorensen of RAC Kuching.

RC Kota Kinabalu South Installation

Rotary Club of Kota Kinabalu South was held on 28 July 2007 at Pacific Sutera Hotel. President Robert Liau was installed with his new board of directors. RC Kota Kinabalu South is the Advisory Club of RAC Likas Bay. (Photo : Treasurer Dennis and Secretary Adrina)

Rotaract District Assembly

The Rotaract District Assembly (RDA) was held on 28 July 2007 at Republic Polytechnic, Singapore. This year RDA theme is "Rotaract Shares" adopting the Rotaract District 3310 theme. The theme encourages Rotaractors to step forward, make an impact to their club and encourage Rotaractors to share their knowledge and skills. In order to produce better future leaders to lead, this RDA has certainly helped expand our Rotaract knowledge and familiarised with the true Rotaract movement through the plenary sessions and forums learning and planning for effective activities implementation during our term of office. (Photo : District Treasurer Mervyn, ZR Zone 4 PP Bay Yeoh, President Veronica, DG Chris Chen, DRR Lina and District Secretary PZR Yvonne)

During the RDA, the installation of 2007/2008 District Rotaract Representative (DRR) Lina Chin and Rotaract District Board was held. Photo : IPDRR Muhammad Zakir handover the Regalia to DRR Lina.

Interact Club of Kian Kok Middle School Installation

The Installation of Interact Club of Kian Kok Middle School, Kota Kinabalu was held on 27 July 2007 at their school. The Installation also witnessed handover of 2 wheelchair to the Holy Family Residence for Senior Citizens of Papar. The new board of Directors of Kian Kok Interact is now led by President Lai.

Handover of Wheelchair

Rotaract Club of Likas Bay led by President Veronica and VP Mervyn, witnessed by RC Likas Bay President Peter Yapp, IPP David, SNG Rtn Woo, Rtn Aldrin, Secretary Rtn George and Rtn Francis, handed-over a wheelchair to the Pusat Pemulihan Dalam Komuniti Tamparuli recently, also present was the Centre Chairlady Puan Nancy and centre teacher. This Centre provide day care service for the disable and special children run by a group of volunteers. Currently, there are 46 children registered with the Centre, but only 15 children were being sent by their parents to the Centre. The other children are facing some transportation challenges to attend to the Centre, as most of them are from the rural part of the Tamparuli town. However, the teacher of the Centre has initiated a home visit on every Friday, visiting rural and weaker children.

Membership Gathering

1st membership gathering celebrating DRR Lina and Rtr Nicholas birthday, was held on 21 July 2007 at the Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant, serving South India cuisine situated at G-49, Asia City Complex, (Opposite Api Api Centre), Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Chettinad cuisine is one of the spiciest and most aromatic among the diverse cuisines of India. Based in Chennai, India, Anjappar Restaurants have taken the authentic flavours of Chettinad to Abudhabi, Canada, Dubai, Singapore, and Sri Lanka. Kota Kinabalu is their third outlet in Malaysia, the other two being in Kuala Lumpur.

After dinner, members proceed to the BED (Best Entertainment Destination), at Waterfront Kota Kinabalu, one of the biggest dance clubs in Sabah.

Inner Wheel Club of Kota Kinabalu Installation

Inner Wheel Club of Kota Kinabalu Installation was held on 21 July 2007 at Hyatt Hotel with the theme 'Shanghai Night'. Photo 1 with President Emmeline Tan, photo 2 seated with Secretary Randy of RAC Kota Kinabalu and photo 3 with PP Juliana.

2nd Regular Meeting

2nd Regular Meeting was held on 17 July 2007 at PES office, in attendance were SNG Rtn Woo, Rtn Aldrin and PP Juliana. PES office will be the Club official meeting venue for 2007/2008 term under the special arrangement by SNG Woo. After the meeting, President Veronica presented a powerpoint slides reviewing Club's Constitutions and By-Laws to create awareness on member's constitutional rights.

RC Luyang Installation

President Veronica, VP Mervyn and DRR Lina attended the Rotary Club of Luyang Installation held on 14 July 2007 at Promenade Hotel. Photo (From Right) : AG Linda Wong, President Veronica, President Mitsubori Satoru and spouse, DRR Lina, DGE Edward Sung Burongoh and spouse and VP Mervyn