RCDC
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2012
ROTARY CLUB OF DIAMOND CREEK
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past presidents
ON THE COVER Sharraine Ballao
Brian Bowen 1978-1979 Heidelberg North
What’s one thing most people would be surprised to know about you? I’m a Funeral Director.
Bob Eycken 1983-1984 Alperton UK
RI President Sakuji Tanaka Rotary Club of Yashio, Saitama, Japan
John McCrohan 1992-1993
Governor
Ron Gordon 1993-1994
John Gatt Rotary Club of Diamond Creek AG Pat Miller Rotary Club of Diamond Creek Club Officers President Vice President President Elect Secretary Treasurer & Public Officer
Steve Crosling Alan Jones Bev Baker Greg Paull Greg Adams
Directors and Standing Committees Club Administration PE Steve Crosling Membership John Egan Public Relations PP Bev Baker, Service Projects PP Alan White Rotary Foundation PP Linda Gidlund
Chris Doupe 1994-1995 Cliff Wearne 1995-1996 Ern Wardell 1996-1997 Rod Mackenzie 1997-1998 Steve Sampson 1998-1999 Robin Chapple 1999-2000
John Arthur 2006-2007 Linda Gidlund 2007-2008
Note: The views and opinions expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of the Club or its members
What’s one simple thing you’re really good at? Touch typing. What do you least like to do? Run. What’s the one talent you wish you had? Swimming.
Celine Dion.
John Gatt 2005-2006
minerals or proteins. In fact, it is devoid of nutritional value. Nevertheless, it is a supplement much sought after and regularly devoured by the Rotarians of Diamond Creek.
What do you look or feel really good in? A smile.
Rob Lloyd 2001-2002
Geoff Swan 2004-2005
Caution: The Bulletin contains no calories, vitamins,
What’s the oldest item in your wardrobe that you still wear? A pair of platform boots from 12 years ago.
One thing you refuse to eat? Tofu.
Joe Di Natale 2003-2004
Editor: Greg Adams Art Director: Greg Adams Advertising : Greg Adams Bottle washer : Greg as well Editorial: send to ferrarigreg@gmail.com
How would someone you love describe you? Beautiful and slightly funny, nothing too special but the most important person in my life, only person who I can tell everything to and love – Mareesa Ballao
Peter Marriage 2000-2001
Bev Baker 2002-2003 Who ya gunna call ! President Steve Crosling 0417 595 282 Secretary Greg Paull 0427 712 688 Treasurer Greg Adams 0419 355 842
What’s the smartest thing you’ve been told? Don’t make someone a priority who only makes you an option.
Alan White 2008-2009
Who would you like to invite to a dinner party ?
I’m glad I .... Had my daughter Mareesa….. What was your best break in life? When my parents adopted me! What was your happiest birthday party? My 30th Birthday. Best holiday destination (or place you wish to visit)............ Greece/Turkey 2007 Who’s your most memorable character? Jacob from Twilight.
Pat Millar 2009-2010
Currently, you are reading what ? The True Blood series.
Clyde Hulme 2010-2011
If you were an animal what would you be ? Penguin.
Alan Jones 2011-2012
Are you a dog or a cat person? Mother to a 16yo cat named Missy.
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THE PRESIDENTIAL CROSS CHAT XRAY STEVE At our last meeting we heard from Sheridan Morris, a researcher, historian, author and novelist, who gave a very informative talk on Australian history in general and more specifically on her published books on the History of Melbourne, Clydesdale horses and shearing. Sadly our power point projector refused to talk to the lap top computers with the result that we missed out on what looked like a very interesting visual presentation. Luckily Sheridan more than capably gave us a verbal presentation which enabled us to picture the scenes, characters and activities that she has written about as well as demonstrating a wonderful depth of knowledge about Australia. What Sheridan’s presentation highlighted was just how interesting our history is, how little we probably know and certainly made me want to read and learn more about our country and our history. And then we hear that our politicians and public servants want to reduce the curriculum content of Australian History taught from primary level right through to tertiary level for no discernible benefit!!!! The next time I bump into a politician I will let them know what I think – for what it’s worth.
What else is happening? Take the Rotary Membership Challenge! See Phil Chambeyron for details. Share your passion for Rotary with your family, friends, and community during Membership and Extension Month in August. This year you’re invited to take part in two activities designed to help you remember why you joined Rotary, what keeps you coming back, and why others should join. First, take the Rotary Membership Challenge. Commit to sponsor a new member, tell a friend or colleague about your club’s projects, or volunteer as a mentor to prospective or new members. After you complete the form we’ll email you links to resources to help you meet the challenge! Second, participate in the first-ever Rotary Moment Tweet Day on 14 August. Tweet about your favourite Rotary memory or event, talk about your club’s activities, or share your community service project. Use hashtag #Rotary Moment. Not on Twitter? Listen to Rotary’s popular webinar Using Social Media to Promote Your Club or District to learn how to create a Twitter account, post your first tweet, use hashtags, and lots more. Nervous about e-activities. We have lots of people that can help. Have a go!!!!
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AS IT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ?
Grace: Arthur Toast to Australia: Rob Visiting Rotarians: Glen Healy (RC Como Ginelly) David Lindeman (RC Toorak) & guests Yunsok, Nunqu Guests: Leigh Greenhalgh, Sheridan Norris, Lillias Wearne, Christine President Steve We need to record effort spent on services projects. This now forms part of the president’s report and is aimed at working out the total value of Rotary projects. From next week, please record your time spend as you register. If you are not attending and have time spent on a project, please send to Greg Paull. Some of the Conference team plan to go to Ballarat next week to finalise a few items. All club members please book accommodation at the Mercure per email details sent this week. Also, please book yourself into the conference. Greg Paull will send an email out describing what to do. Please note that the only cost for club members is accommodation and drinks. All conference costs are covered by our contribution to running the conference. Please keep collecting those 5 cent pieces! Any members without 5 cent cans please collect from President Steve. Rob Lloyd updated us that for the NZ trip 5 couples have volunteered to host. Sergeant Roger creatively extracted money from us with a number of craftily twisted tales. We are looking for volunteers for take on some of Bev’s responsibilities now she is president elect. These roles are important and must be filled. Chair: John Egan Sheridan Morris - guest speaker is an author and public speaker. She works with people and groups to work towards achieving their goals. Sheridan grew up in South Australia. She discovered her writing after a number of different career steps and now has published several books. Her emphasis is on humour and anecdotes. Her first book is 'Melbourne past and present' which features photos taken many years ago compared with photos from today. It tells the story of the establishment of Melbourne, the character of Melbourne's streets, early public works Another book tells the story of Clydesdale horses. This includes interviews with old timers who actually used them and photos. Only the toughest Clydesdales survived the journey to Australia and these became the tough breeding stock that we know about. Another book 'On the sheep’s back' tells the story of how the Australian economy grew on the 'sheep’s back' supporting the British textile industry. The gold rush spawned innovations such as shearing gangs and fences as labourers moved away to find gold. Other books include 'Balance those hormones' and 'How to use humour in business' Raffle won by David Lindeman Raffle raised $64 Fines raised $40
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WHAT’S ON, WHO’S ON AND WHEN’S IT ON 7th AUGUST 2012 TUESDAY 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Rotarian behind the Badge—Sharraine Ballao Attend, Rob L, Chair, Arthur L, Cash Greg A, Welcome Warwick L, Regalia Alan J, Gift Rob M.
14th AUGUST 2012 TUESDAY 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Plenty Valley Disability Services—Sarah Loughtrey Attend, Alan W, L, Chair, Pat M,, Cash Greg A, Welcome Geoff S, Regalia Ern W,
21st AUGUST 2012 TUESDAY 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Training—Partners Night
LIFE’S EVENTS AUG 4
Gemma Chambeyron birthday, Bernie Willett birthday
Aug 17
Molly Chapple birthday
Aug 19
Alan Jones birthday
Aug 25
Bev Baker birthday, Molly and Robin anniversary
GUEST SPEAKER—ROTARIAN BEHIND THE BADGE Sharraine Ballao
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'The Great Foundation 5 cent challenge'
Rotarian Arthur Lewin empties his ‘FULL’ 5 cent collection container. Weighing 6.1 kilograms, holding 2031 coins amounted to $104.05 ! Also assisted by Rotarian (and Branch Manager) Tina Elmer. Both Rotarians are members of the Rotary Club of Diamond Creek and each member was presented with one of the 'The Great Foundation 5 cent challenge' collection containers. Arthur explained “ It was easy to fill. I was having a drink with some mates and asked the barman if I could leave the container on the bar. After returning shortly the barman said he was ‘happy to leave it here for a week mate.’ After the week I left it at the local butchers for a few days and then on to my Running Club, everyone was happy to put in.” Late in November the Diamond Creek Club is planning a ‘weigh in day’ where members will deposit their collections at the local Bendigo Bank Branch. The Club’s Foundation Chair Linda Gidlund has offered a Bottle of Red for the member who collects the most 5 cent coins.
If you Club requires more containers or new lids , orders can be placed with District Secretary Greg Adams. secretary@rotary9790.org.au The cost of the Containers is $4.50 each + Delivery inc. GST and lids are free.
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Fax: 03 9438 4070
Advance Australia Fair
Rotary Grace
Australians all let us rejoice, For we are young and free; We've golden soil and wealth for toil, Our home is girt by sea; Our land abounds in Nature's gifts Of beauty rich and rare; In history's page, let every stage Advance Australia fair! In joyful strains then let us sing, "Advance Australia fair!"
O Lord and giver of all good We thank you for our daily food May Rotary friends and Rotary ways, help us to serve you all our days.
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