Bulletin No 08
24th Aug 2016
Bulletin of the Rotary Club of Castle Hill ISSN 2203-126X
Rotary Club of Castle Hill Chartered 18th March 1965
PO Box 13, Castle Hill. 1765 www.rotarynews.info/club4201
Rotary Year 2016-17 District Governor: Bruce Lakin (District 9685 ) Rotary Int’l President: John F Germ
This Week 24th August Fellowship Event @ President Chris Dunwell’s Residence Next Week 24th August Guest Speaker Maddie McDowall: Building a school in Solomon Islands Chair – Ross Hood Regalia – Mike Blair, Bruce Allen Notes – Peter Marcer
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e have secured the Cumberland State Forest BBQ site for Sunday October 30th so please record this in your diary to help as we need a big team on this busy day (every 2 years)
Graeme & Helen Brangwin 28th Peter & Carol Marcer 30th
Anil De Silva 5th Gerry & Carole Larkin 17th Frank Anisse 18th 1
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n the interests of my neighbours, please car pool where you can.
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lease let Geoff Duffy know as usual whether or not you will be coming. I need final numbers by Tuesday latest so I can order food and make sure everyone has a seat. (We will be eating off our laps – not a formal sit down knife and fork affair).
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hanks a lot and see you next Wednesday.
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or those who attended last Wednesday Yours in Rotary , you will recall President Chris that I advised that there will be no meeting at Castle Hill Country Club due to a major function they are hosting which requires the whole facility.
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onsequently – and as it was listed as a fellowship evening – this is what we will do.
ll are welcome to visit my home on that evening – usual time. My address is in your member book but for for those who have misplaced it (or not yet received it due to recent LOA) - ———————— ——— — —.
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t will be very informal. It will be a Pizza night! Pizza Hut are selling individual pizzas (9 inches) – I will order a selection of ham, pepperoni, mushroom and margherita (one per person) so there should be something for everyone. I will add garlic bread to the Pizza Hut order and soft drinks and mini ice creams from Woolies. The cost will be $15 per head. If you want to bring your own beer or wine, please feel free to do so. 2
The Rotary Club of Castle Hill is organising a Cross Country Challenge( basically running or walking) Date: 11th September 2016 (Sunday)
Venue: Bella Vista Farm, Norwest Boulevard, Bella Vista Time:
0900
Experienced Running Group (10.5km)
1000
Fun Runners Group (7km)
1030
Walkers / Family group (2.5km)
The funds raised from this event will go towards the reduction of Domestic Violence in the Hills area and other worthy Rotary projects. Kindly refer to the following website for further information and registration: http:// crosscountrychallenge. com.au/ Please pass on this information to all your families and friends. Your attendance on the 11 September is valuable as we need assistance in running the event.
THIS WEEK’S ROTARY FOUNDATION THOUGHT is about
$600,000 or $200 per capita in our district,” says PDG Holly Callen, D5950. “It seemed like a real stretch and it took us three years Club Goal Setting to get there, but by setting an ambitious goal, we were Clubs are asked to set annual giving goals for the Every able to achieve it. This year we have raised the goal to Rotarian, Every Year effort. We’re asking every Rotar- $1million - $300 per Rotarian!” ian to support our Foundation with a minimum More importantly, as our club sets its goal for the comUS$100 contribution. At the President-elect Training ing year, we should also remember to measure our sucSeminar (PETS) this spring, our club president-elect cess by the number of lives we’ve saved and changed. will be asked to submit an annual giving goal for the upcoming year. History has proven that clubs that set goals follow through with them. Many clubs are exceeding that goal now. “We decided to try for a total of 3
Council. Age restrictions apply. Referred to District Youth Chair and to Rotaract.
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he meeting was opened by Sgt Hannibal, not long returned from has travels. Great to see him back.
e introduced President Chris who reported on:
The State-wide Excellence in Policing Awards will be presented on 4 November at the 4 Point Sheraton Hotel in the CBD. We are meeting with Supt Rob Critchlow and Insp Jim Szabo on 1 September to finalise nominees from the Castle Hill LAC : Our presentation night will occur on 21 September 16.
The DG Elect is calling for nominations for District Treasurer. We all nominated Bruce A but he was otherwise committed.
The Zone meeting planned for FRIDAY 9 September will be attended by DG Bruce LARKIN at Pennant Hills Golf Club 6:30 for 7:00pm. $35 PH
The meeting will be addressed by President Steve MANSUR of Condoblin RC who seeks support for an Aboriginal Youth Employment Program at Murrin Bridge. Terry O’Mara addressed the meeting briefly re his experience at Murrin Bridge and the importance of Rotary’s support for such a program provided there is appropriate and meaningful governance via Rotary itself.
There will be no meeting next week at the CHCC due to a pressing commitment by the Golf Club. In=stead, Chris offered to host a Partner’s Night Pizza Evening at his place – 28 Torrens Pl., Cherrybrook. All present supported that alternative. We must all indicate numbers asp. BYOG
Chris sought volunteers to attend the NYSF gt Hannibal conducted a fine session and Briefing evening at Penrith. Nominees and even I got fines again. The raffle produced their parents are to attend and we are invited the Red for Mike Blair and the White for George to do so as well. Hannibal and David Bull indi- Biegalke. cated interest. Ross Hood will be overseas. ike Blair then made a formal presentaParents are to contribute %50% of costs of tion for members on the Rotary Crossthe NYSF. Country Classic to be held at Bella Vista Farm Our RYLA candidates will be attending the Park on 11 September. With the able assistance club on 31 August. of Ray Danam, the presentation included a The Advocate for Children and Young People demonstration of the website and the registracalled for nominations to the Youth Advisory tion processes as well as the maps and details of
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the event as planned. A copy of the Proposal and Risk Management Plan for the event is attached (prepared generously by PP David Waterhouse) for members’ information.
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ike expressed his appreciation for the support given him as chairman by his committee and emphasised that this first event will like produce modest results : only to be expected at this formative stage. He hopes to attract 400-500 participants. Attracting sponsors to such a new event is tough.
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e emphasised the importance of full support from members = and partners as well – the latter especially in the registration and administrative roles. Rotarians will most likely be posted as traffic wardens. Hills Shire staff will attend to the lane markings for the course, ll of which will be within the grounds of Bella Vista Farm Park.
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he Planning committee is meeting weekly – the next being 7:00pm on Thursday 18 Aug at Blairs’
or those hooked on Coffee early, supplies of the good stuff will be available from 0730am.
he meeting was informed that Mrs Beryl Martin, widow of PP David Martin is a patient at the Hills Private Hospital on Windsor Rd. Arrangements will be made for flowers an best wished.
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he meeting was closed by President Chris at 8:35 pm.
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A Proposal for a Rotary Event “The Rotary Cross-Country Challenge” 2016.
be settled. The Rotary Cross-Country Challenge 2016. Whilst some details remain to be finalised, the following key issues are resolved:
Background: The Rotary Club of Castle Hill has Operational Details: decided to present a new event in 2016 for the Date 11 September, 2016 purpose of raising funds to reduce domestic vioVenue Bella Vista Farm, Baulkham Hills lence in The Hills. Time from 0830am – 12-30 pm The Rotary Club of Castle Hill has extensive experience in presenting events for community participation for the purpose of raising funds for charitable purposes: The principal example being the Tour de Hills Bicycle Classic Event presented in the Hills Shire for 20 Years up to 2015. Events of that kind no longer attract the approval of the appropriate authorities. The Rotary Club of Castle Hill is exploring the feasibility of presenting a special event: “The Rotary Cross Country Challenge” in ways likely to attract the involvement of elite runners interested in Cross Country Events as well as middle range runners and families alike. Our aim is to see the event grow into a more significant vehicle for funding valuable community service projects and providing opportunities for the community to be involved in worthwhile, shared activity with each other. It will remain part of the Orange Blossom Festival. Arrangements are to be made for a range of refreshment and beverage outlets to be available and for the Bella Vista Farm to be open to the participating public. A fun day of participating in a community event, a range of good quality picnic lunch options and involvement in a selection of recreational activities is planned. Negotiations are ongoing for all these issues to
Events 09:00am
Experienced
10.5 Km
10:00am
Fun Runners
7.0 Km
10:30am
Walkers and Family up to 2.5 Km
Conditions of the event: The event will not be conducted as a race, but electronic timing facilities will be available to enable competitive entrants to record their actual running time for the course of their choice. The event will be conducted entirely within the grounds of Bella Vista Farm on three courses presented in a Cross-Country format, mostly on grass. Courses will be marked out and attended by Rotarians as marshalls. All participants will have the opportunity to register on-line prior to the event and will therefore be able to achieve a discounted registration fee. The full Registration Fee will be payable by those who just present on the day. The Registration Fee structure is as set out below. All participants will, as part of the registration process, be required to acknowledge 6
the practical risks associated with being part of the event and indemnify Rotary and the Council and the Sponsors from any liability arising from their participation. Parking facilities will be available FREE of charge on the Bella Vista Property. First Aid facilities will be provided, as will refreshment stalls, entertainment, toilets and rest facilities within the grounds. The Bella Vista Farm will be open for public inspection. Sponsorship proposals are currently being examined on the basis that this event is a fund-raising initiative of the Rotary Club of Castle Hill. Whilst our primary objective is to raise funds to reduce family violence in The Hills, the identity of the primary beneficiaries of funds raised will be negotiated with major sponsors, Minor beneficiaries will include Police Legacy, The Rotary Foundation and Rotary Health Research. Apart from costs legitimately associated with presenting the event, all funds raised will be applied for the benefits of those charitable organisation identified before the event. Rotary carries a public risk cover of $50,000,000 for events of this kind. Entry Fees: On-line registration will be available for all entrants from mid August with a reduced entrance fees for early, on-line registrations which will close on September 8. Children under 16 years will only be able to participate as part of a family group. Classification
Early on-line
Later on-line
On the day
Adult 16-60 yrs
$30
$40
$50
Seniors 60 yrs +
$20
$25
$30
Family – up to 4 entries**$50
$60
$70
$40
$50
**Extra entries $5 ea. Sole Walkers (2.5k)
$30
These details are accurate as at 3 July, 2016 and are subject to revision in the light of the negotiations referred to above. Any changes will be fully and transparently discussed Yours in Rotary
Chair, Management Committee “The Rotary Cross-Country Challenge�
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July 6 July 13 July 20 July 27
EGM & Revisit Strategic Plan Guest Speaker Guest Speaker Cherelyn Suzuki: Youth Exchange Retrospect Christmas in July Family Event (TBA)
Chair Chris Dunwell
Aug 3
Club Assembly – Yearly Plan & Budget
Chair Chris Dunwell
Aug 7 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31
BBQ at Bunnings Guest Speaker Sgt. Samantha Davies: Missing Persons Unit Info Meeting – Fun Run Fellowship Event Guest Speaker Building a school in Solomon Island Maddie McDowell Excellence in Policing Cross Country Fun Run Guest Speaker Fellowship Event Fun Run Presentation Night Guest Speaker Club Assembly Guest Speaker Fellowship Event BBQ Cumberland forest Guest Speaker Polio Movie Night Guest Speaker Fellowship Event Guest Speaker Annual General Meeting Club Christmas Party
Sep 7 Sep 11 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Oct 5 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 30 Nov 2 Nov 9 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Dec 7 Dec 14
Chair Geoff Duffy CHCC Christmas Fair
Chair: Terry O'Mara Chair Mike Blair Chair Ross Hood Chair Terry O’Mara
Chair Mike Blair Chair Chris Dunwell
Chair AG Hills
Chair Chris Dunwell Chair Santa Clause
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Anyone got a million dollars to spare? The two Sydney Rotary districts are combining to unleash our first “Million Dollar Dinner” on Rotarians, friends and colleagues in the Sydney region. The object of the exercise is to awaken all to the enormous potential bequests have in terms of providing for the future, and to encourage enough people to take action to reach the million dollar target. Bequests are simple enough. You allocate a proportion of your estate to the charity or charities of your choice and you are being asked to consider The Rotary Foundation as one of those charities. Thinking in terms of 3 to 4% of the estimated value of your estate would not be a hardship on your children or inheritors but it’s something you should discuss with them before taking action. I’ve talked to my kids about this and they agree they can manage on 95% of what I leave behind and that’s the sort of discussion you should have with your family. A bequest is a simple way of supporting The Rotary Foundation. It costs you nothing and in most cases it’s done jointly so there are no movement of funds under both husband and wife have departed. We’ve all given a large part of our lives to Rotary and its mission, so leaving a bequest allows the work you have done over all those years to continue. Bequests go into the Endowment Fund meaning the money is never spent. The funds are invested and the earnings go to projects, so the contribution you make through a bequest will go on working forever. The dinner is at the Epping Club on Monday 28th November and further details will be available later. Anyone agreeing to a bequest in excess of US$10,000 will be recognized as a member of the Bequest Society on the night but even without a bequest involvement it will be a night worthy of attendance. Keynote Speaker will be past RI President and Foundation Trust Chair Kalyan Banerjee and he is an exceptional speaker. We are targeting five new Bequest Society members from this club for the night. Talk to me if you need more information and we’ll get the ball rolling.
Club Foundation Director
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PAST PRESIDENTS 1965-66Gerald Engel Prov & Charter President 1966-67 John Wells 1967-68 Roley McClintock 1968-69 Don Wright 1969-70 Ray Wells 1970-71 Tony Dehlsen 1971-72 Roy Martin 1972-73 Frank Crooke 1973-74 Allan Buckingham 1974-75 Ken Binns 1975-76 Colin Lawford 1976-77 Roger Wood 1977-78 Brian Stacey 1978-79 Warren Bowden 1979-80 Ern Death 1980-81 Peter Gilbank 1981-82 Graeme Brangwin 1982-83 Stan Fulker 1983-84 Phillip Dunn 1984-85 Bill Robinson 1985-86 John Barker PSM 1986-87 Norm Roach 1987-88 Milton Colburt 1988-89 Ron Marcus OAM 1989-90 Bill Tait 1990-91 Peter Wood 1991-92 Bruce Allen 1992-93 Ray White 1993-94 Ron Miller
1994-95 Gerry Larkin 1995-96 Hannibal Shabaz 1996-97 George McDonald 1997-98 Peter McBean 1998-99 John Stuart 1999-00 Geoff Duffy 2000-01 John Cooper 2001-02 Mike Hallen 2002-03 Judy Ford 2003-04 Jeff Whyte 2004-05 Peter Ford 2005-06 Mike Blair 2006-07 Terry O’Mara AM 2007-08 David Waterhouse 2008-09 Peter Marcer 2009-10 Rod Williamson 2010-11 Terry O’Mara AM 2011-12 Stephen Macquarie 2012 –2013 Paul Robinson 2013-2014 Bev Cooney OAM 2014 - 2015 Mike Blair 2015—2016 Mike Hallen PAST PRESIDENTS OTHER CLUBS David Sommerlad AM , Bruce Jenkin MBE Neil Todd, Phil Davis Raymond Danam SERVICE ABOVE SELF AWARD Ron Marcus OAM
Rotaract Club of The Hills Meets: 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month Location: Room 3, Turner Building, Balcombe Heights Estate, 92 Seven Hills Road, Baulkham Hills.
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Club Officers and Non-Executive Positions Rotary Club of Castle Hill Rotary Year 2016-2017 President President-Elect (2016-2017) Secretary Treasurer Director Club Administration Director Membership Director Public Relations Director Community Service Director Rotary Foundation Director Outreach Projects
Chris Dunwell Paul Robinson Raymond Danam Phil Dunn Chris Dunwell Mike Hallen Peter Marcer Mike Blair Bruce Allen Terry O’Mara
Non-executive Club Officers Bulletin Editor Sergeant at Arms Guest Speaker Program International Chairman Youth Chairman Vocational Chairman Welfare Officer Webmaster
Anil de Silva Phil Davis/Hannibal Shabaz Ross Hood Phil Davis Ross Hood Hannibal Shabaz Terry O’Mara Paul Robinson
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We meet at
Castle Hill Country Club every WEDNESDAY at 6:30 pm for 7:00 pm (Spurway Drive, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153) Apologies, Please inform Geoff Duffy NO LATER than Noon Tuesday before the next meeting so numbers can be confirmed for Dinner jgduffy@internode.on.net
BULLETIN EDITOR
Anil De Silva (from Cobar, Outback NSW) aniljdes@yahoo.com.au Deadline Friday 8:00 pm This Bulletin is kindly printed by Snap Printing. Unit 20/5 Hudson Ave. Castle Hill 2154 Ph: 96801858
Attendance 17th Aug 2016 By PP Geoff Duffy Apologies: David Sommerlad Karl Gessner Phil Davis Mike Hallen Make Ups: Sushil Bandodkar (Fun Run meeting)
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LOA Anil de Silva till December 31, 2016 Ron Marcus, till September 30, 2016 David Brown, July 20 till August 31, 2016 Geoff Duffy, Sept 07 till Sept 27, 2016. Ross Hood, Sept 03 till Oct 15, 2016.
Honorary Members: Nil Visiting Rotarians: Nil Friends of Rotary: Nil Guests: Nil 12