HILLS VIEWS 26th April 2017
Bulletin No 32
Bulletin of the Rotary 3lub 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 Wednesday 26th April 2017
Next Week May 03rd Wednesday 2017
Chair : Bruce Allen Regalia – Notes –
Chairman : TBA Regalia – Notes –
Need :
Duty Roster
To be clarified and confirm April Graeme Brangwin
15th
Mike & Roslyn Hallen 4th
Will there be a Garage Sale on 29th April 2017?
BBQ Sunday 2nd July 2017 BBQ Bunnings Castle Hill 8am
Danam it will follow and is therefore recommended as the PE for the Rotary year 20182019. We will seek your endorsement briefly by a show of hands at the International Night as the only order of business in what will otherwise be a night of celebration, friendship and fellowship.
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n 12th April, Andrew Tink shared some very interesting stories with us from his latest book, as history of Australia in the 20th Century. I am sure that many of us present would happily have listened to many more stories than he shared with us but of course time got away from us. So for those who want more you can always buy the book. The title is “Australia 1901-2001 – A Narrative History” and it is published by New South Books and can be bought on-line from the ABC Bookshop.
Talking of fellowship, our great friends of Rotary, Terry and Jean Ireland have offered to host a night of fellowship for all those who would like to attend their home on 29 April. This is a Saturday and therefore there is no need to rush home for work the next day. At the moment the menu is not fixed but will likely be roast chicken and salads or something similar. You will please bring your own grog, nibbles and your own glasses. The cost will be modest as all Terry and Jean seek to do is cover the cost of the food (probably around $10 a head). I believe they have planned a bit of a sing song around the piano so please make sure that you bring your best voices with you. For those of you who can’t sing in tune, you can mime! For those who cannot remember the words (that’s me for sure) you can make them up as long as they rhyme!
An attendance sheet will circulate at the InThis week we look forward to a great night ternational Night for all those interested so out at Billy the Greek’s as part of our Interna- that Terry and Jean can plan for the number tional Night celebrations. A big vote of of guests. Please make sure you sign up and thanks goes to Phil Davis for his excellent ar- do not just turn up and expect to be fed! rangements and his hard work. Jo and I love We are planning to put some options to curour Greek food so I hope you all do also. I am rent members about the way forward for the very much looking forward to tucking in. club and we are aiming to do this in early May I have important news to share with you all. in a Club assembly meeting. We will send you The incoming board has agreed to recomdetails of this in the near future. What you mend to the voting members that PDG Bruce decide as members will have an impact on Allen be endorsed as the President for the up- potential new members. Hence Mike Hallen coming Rotary year, 2017-2018. PP Raymond has recommended and the Board accepted 2
that having a Meet and Greet meeting prior to discussion with you all was inappropriate. Therefore the next Meet and Greet will probably be in the early part of the next Rotary year and we will be able to talk about any new arrangements that we as a Club endorse. Some of these new arrangements, depending on hat is agreed, will hopefully prove attractive to new members.
event as no charge. This is a great benefit in kind (worth thousands of dollars) so we will work hard under Mike Blair’s to make this year’s event a great success. As an official part of the Orange Blossom Festival it is probable there will be many activities at Bella Vista Farm Park which will attract families and others to what should be a fantastic event.
Following discussion of the Board we will also be I think that’s all for now. announcing some minor changes to the Warren Yours in Rotary , Bowden Scholarship once these have been President Chris agreed with the Bowden family. We will also be
seeking to establish another scholarship of a similar nature, which will honour the work of Warren’s long-time partner in crime, David Sommmerlad. Details will also follow shortly.
Photo by Phil Davis
We have had some great news regarding the Cross Country Challenge. Our great friends at Orion software have agreed once again to host he website and work with us to promote the 3
Fellowship At Home with Terry and Jean Ireland You are invited to Terry and Jean’s home – 62 Bass Drive, Baulkham Hills – on SATURDAY 29 APRIL at 6.30 – for a light supper (menu not yet fixed) - with fun and fellowship around the pianola. The evening will conclude when you have all had enough – or when Terry and Jean throw you out! The cost to you will be approximately $10 to $15 a head (not more). You can bring your own grog and glasses Your own nibbles
You best singing voices.
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International Dinner (Greek) 0n 19th April Photos by Phil Davis
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CANADIAN SIGNS WORTH A SECOND GLANCE: A sign in a Shoe Repair Store in Vancouver: "We will heel you! We will save your sole! We will even dye for you."
At an Optometrist's Office in Calgary: "If you don't see what you're looking for, You've come to the right place."
On a Plumber's truck in Saint John, New Brunswick: "We repair what your husband fixed."
On a Plumber's truck in Winnipeg: "Don't sleep with a drip. Call your plumber!"
On an Electrician's truck in Saskatoon: "Let us remove your shorts!" In a Non-smoking Area at the North Bay airport: "If we see smoke, we will assume you are on fire and will take appropriate action."
At a Car Dealership in Lethbridge: "The best way to get back on your feet is to miss a car payment."
Outside a Muffler Shop in Montreal: "No appointment necessary. We hear you coming."
In a Veterinarian's waiting room in Truro, Nova Scotia: "Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! Stay!" At the Electric Company in Edmonton: "We would be delighted if you send in your payment on time. However, if you don't, YOU will be de-lighted.�
In a Restaurant window in Hamilton: "Don't stand there and be hungry. Come on in and get fed up."
At a Propane Filling Station in Brandon, Manitoba: "Thank Heaven for little grills." In a Quebec City Radiator Shop: "Best place in town to take a leak."
On the back of a Septic Tank Truck in Ottawa: "Caution - This Truck is full of Political Promises!" 7
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Castle Hill Rotary Club Timetable Jan – June 2017 4 January 2017 11 January 2017 18 January 2017 25 January 2017 26 January 2017 1 February 2017
Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Wednesday
No meeting Home meeting - Peter Marcer Fellowship @ Heritage Park Home meeting - Chris Dunwell Australia Day
6.00pm
"Guess my Part Time Occupation" David Wilson
7.00pm
CHCC
6 February 2017 13 February 2016 15 February 2017 22 February 2017 1 March 2017
Wednesday Monday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday
7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm
CHCC
7.00pm
CHCC
8 March 2017
Wednesday
Rotary meeting: Club Assembly Board Meeting Youth Night Phil and Jenny Dunn’s home Mike Hallen, ‘Why aren’t you in Rotary’ Bette Lakin (partner of District Governor Bruce) ‘Days for Girls’
7.00pm
CHCC
11 March 2017
Friday
District Conference
8.30am
Penrith Panthers
13 March 2017 15 March 2017 22 March 2017
Monday Wednesday Wednesday
Board Meeting Pride in Workmanship
7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm
CHCC CHCC
29 March 2017 5 April 2017
Wednesday Wednesday
7.00pm 7.00pm
CHCC CHCC
10 April 2016 12 April 2017 14 April 2016 16 April 2016 17 April 2016 19 April 2017
Monday Wednesday Friday Sunday Monday Wednesday
Excellence In Teaching Mayor of the Hills 'Sanctuary' Domestic Violence. Board Meeting
7.00pm 7.00pm
Dural
7.00pm
CHCC
25 April 2017 26 April 2017 29 April 2017 3 May 2017 8 May 2017 10 May 2017 17 May 2017 24 May 2017 31 May 2017 7 June 2017 12 June 2017 13 June 2017 14 June 2017 21 June 2017
Tuesday Wednesday Saturday Wednesday Monday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday
7.00pm
CHCC
7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm
CHCC
Bruce de Graaf, "Why aren't you in Rotary" Chair Mike Hallen
Good Friday Easter Sunday Public Holiday International Dinner – Dural @ Billy The Greek Restaurant Anzac Day
CHCC
Garage sale ?? Board Meeting “Meet and Greet” night
Queen’s Birthday Board Meeting Rotary meeting: Club Assembly
7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm
CHCC CHCC CHCC CHCC CHCC
CHCC CHCC
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Rotary Club of Castle Hill ry and are not pressured into becoming a Rotarian. Interested individuals can be invited to be our “Meet and Greet” night 10 May 2017
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he club calendar now includes a “Meet and Greet” night on 10 May 2017. he venue will be our normal meeting place, Acres Restaurant at Castle Hill Country Club. Our normal starting time will apply, i.e. 6:30 for 7:00pm with closure at about 9:00pm. atering for the event will be self-service finger food from the CHCC Functions Package. Platters of food will be delivered to the room that will be set up with high tables and some seating. The bar in Acres will be open for drinks at individual expense. f members and partners attend, that takes care of about 40 persons. We also ask members to invite guests to the event in the hope of attracting another 20 or so people to join us and partake in Rotary Fellowship. The idea is to min-
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guests at a later date at one of our regular club meetings. n order to keep costs of the event to around our regular $25 per member, the Rotary Club of Castle Hill will pay for all invited guests. The food package estimate is based on 30 persons. More attendees may potentially reduce the costs to our Club Administration Account. here will be a welcome by President Chris Dunwell but no presentations about our great organisation - that task falls to our members who are expected to mingle with the guests and discuss matters Rotary and how the members of the members of the Rotary Club of Castle Hill are involved. o please check your calendars and start talking to your partners, friends and acquaintances about joining us on 10 May.
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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 10
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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BULLETIN EDITOR
Anil De Silva (from Cobar, Outback NSW) aniljdes@yahoo.com.au
We meet at
Deadline Friday 8:00 pm
Castle Hill Country Club
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