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ENGAGE ROTARY AND CHANGE LIVES

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18 May 2014

May is “INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ” month

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Rotary Contact No’s Alma Reynolds – Club President

0434 642 570

Kevin O’Donnell – Treasurer

0434 674 228

Michele Kerrigan – President Elect

0488 989 879

Attendance notifications Maria Rigoni 0416 203 028

Club Events

RI Convention 2014

Sydney Jun 01 - Jun 04, 2014

Fine Design Market Every 2nd Sunday

MC Square from 10am – 3pm

NEXT MEETING: 28th May 2014 6.30pm for 7.00Pm

Beau Monde International Hotel 934 Doncaster Road

Doncaster East. Vic. 3109

NO DUTY ROSTER FOR 21th May 2014 Greeter/Fareweller: Setting Up/Taking Down: Cash Desk: Duty Reserve:

A Vocational Visit has replaced the meeting this week.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: Alma Reynolds On Wednesday evening our club was privileged to host both our current AG, Peter Cummins and our next AG, Daryl Moran and I welcomed them both at the beginning of the meeting.

Also on Wednesday we had a very special event happening and some guests who came along especially. They were:

• Barbara Everitt • Graeme Everitt • Graham Chester • Heather Chester • Alan Samuel • Dianne Samuel • Paul Isaacs • Manju Mohandoss

Graham, Manju and Paul are all members of the D9810 ROMAC Committee.

We also have with us prospective members; Tony Robinson and Rachel Woods.

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One of the important sectors of Rotary is our wonderful Rotary Foundation. As a club and as individuals we support the Foundation in a number of ways. Of course, in the end, the Foundation cannot operate without the support of generous donors.

Both Michele and Maurice Kerrigan have made the important decision to pledge their on-‐going support of the Rotary Foundation with an annual donation of at least $100. This admits them to the Centurion club and it was my pleasure to present them with

their certificates and badges at Wednesday’s meeting.

And, while on the subject of the Rotary Foundation, I asked Liz Olie to come forward and tell us some things about one of our guests. Thanks Liz.

Liz said:

Barbie has been involved with ROMAC (Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children) for some time now. Barbie was born in Vanuatu of missionary parents and speaks fluent “pidgin” A number of years ago she was asked to interpret for Failyne and her Mum Mepline. Failyne had come for life saving removal of a tumour that was crushing the brain. Barbie spent many hours interpreting, caring and comforting Failyne and her Mum Mepline. I’m pleased to report that Failyne eventually went home and is a happy normal little girl.

Last year Philip Samson and his mum Emma James were brought to Australia by ROMAC. Philip broke his right leg when he was 12 and it had never been properly set. As a result of this his right leg was shorter and malaligned. Romac secures home hosts , doctors to work pro bono and hospital placement for the patient. Bear in mind that these folk come from a third world country and showers, electricity and trams are foreign to them. ROMAC again asked Barbie to be the interpreter and she again went way beyond what was asked of her and became a “security blanket” for Philip and his Mum. She arrived at the Epworth when Philip was admitted and was there to explain and smooth the way. She found out that he was having physio each day and made a point of being there each time to explain. She fielded many calls from Emma and the ward staff and was an invaluable member of the team caring for Philip. Philip and Emma went home just before New Year and reports are that he is off his crutches and walking well. Don Macraild who is in Vanuatu now will see to the final X rays and liaise with Prof Desteiger who did the op for a final assessment.

The Romac team and the Rotary Club of Doncaster feel that Barbie is a very worthy recipient of a PHF. She certainly


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exhibited what “Service Above Self “ is all about.

It was my honour to present Barbie with her PHF. In doing so I said:

The Rotary Foundation raises money from Rotarians and other sources and uses it to fund a vast array of sustainable projects throughout the world. The motto of the Rotary Foundation is “Doing Good in the World”.

Today we are presenting to Barbie Everitt a Paul Harris Fellow award.

The presentation of Paul Harris Fellow recognition is The Rotary Foundation's way of expressing its appreciation for a substantial contribution to its many programs.

Rotarians often designate a Paul Harris Fellow as a tribute to a person whose life and work has demonstrated a shared purpose with the objectives of The Rotary Foundation.

Today this club has the honour and pleasure of recognizing you as a Paul Harris Fellow as a special expression of appreciation from The Rotary Club of Doncaster.

Barbie, your contribution to the work of ROMAC and the way in which it has touched our club is truly worthy of recognition.

A world of peace and good will comes closer to reality today as Barbara Everitt becomes a Paul Harris Fellow.

I then congratulated Barbie and presented her with her PHF badge and certificate then thanked her for her commitment to our common goals of world understanding and peace. I then invited Barbie to address the meeting, which she did, telling us a little of her background and explaining the work she has done for ROMAC, and two children who were recently assisted to regain their health in Melbourne.

While on the subject of PHF awards, I invited Liz Olie to come back to the front of the room and presented her with a PHF with two sapphires in recognition of her personal donation to the Rotary Foundation. A PHF award is recognition of a substantial contribution to the Rotary Foundation. As our personal donations to the Foundation mount, so recognitions are awarded and so I was able to present this particular award to Liz signifying her generosity and commitment to the objectives of The Rotary Foundation.

The main part of our program this evening will be a presentation by the “Challenge to Lead” Team Leader, Maurice Kerrigan. Maurice is going to fill us all in on the background, rationale and arrangements

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on this new program which replaces “Achievement” and has the potential to raise significant funds for our club.

There has been plenty of information now presented to the club on the new project and it’s potential. Putting this project together has been a huge amount of work for Maurice and other team members. All in all, he seems to have pulled nearly half the club into his team and it is clear that the project will take up a significant proportion of the club’s human resource for some time. However, I and the rest of the club’s Board have every confidence that the project will be a significant success and add in a very big way to our ability to run and finance the projects that are closest to our collective heart.

After Maurice’s presentation I closed the meeting with some reminders. They were;

• Don’t go the Beau Monde next week, as there will be no one there. We are going on a vocational visit. If you want to go, but have not yet booked it is vital you contact Greg King in the very near future.

• Also, don’t forget the “Challenge to Lead” training session also on Saturday at Surindar’s new business premises in Box Hill.

Before the final close I again thanked out guests. It was a pleasure to host current and future Assistant Governors Peter and Darryl, also to congratulate Barbie Everitt and thank Graeme, Graham, Heather, Alan Dianne, Paul and Manju for joining us this evening.

As the meeting this week was about donating money, recognising donations and the means of raising funds, I found a quote that, I think fits the circumstances very well. It is from one of my favourite second wave feminists Gloria Steinem who said; It is more rewarding to watch money change the world than to watch it accumulate. The activities of our club and the great example of ROMAC shows us that when we Engage Rotary we can Change Lives.

HEALTH TIPS – Esther Murray

About this time of the year many of us travel overseas. Most likely many of us are on medication, wear glasses for reading and have the usual aches and pains like most. Here are a few tips to consider if going overseas to Asia or the long haul to Europe and USA from the Dept. of Foreign Affairs and Trade:

Health tips

• If you're currently taking prescription medication, continue to take it as directed by your doctor, really important as in most cases, symptoms can return after a few days.

• Obtain a letter from your GP outlining the name of the medications you are on as customs officials in many countries will ask for this.

• Don't try to save luggage space by combining medications into one container. Keep all medication in the original container to avoid problems with customs officials. In some case, if you are on regular medication and take more than 1 or 2 tablets per day -‐ you may be able to take you medication made up into packs called a Dosette or Blister Pack – you GP and your Pharmacist can help you with these.

• Make up a small medical kit, including items such as headache tablets, antacids, antiseptic lotion, band-‐aids, safety pins, sunscreen and insect repellent (no pressure cans).

• If you wear glasses, take along a spare pair or prescription to replace more easily if lost or broken.


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• If your trip involves an increase to your usual physical activity, such as a lot of walking, gradually build up your fitness (after receiving clearance from your doctor) weeks, or preferably months, before you depart.

• Find out whether essentials are readily available at your destination. In some countries supplies of feminine hygiene products, nappies and contraceptives, including condoms, can be unreliable or unavailable, so it may be best to stock up before you leave.

• If you plan to travel to locations or undertake activities at high altitudes (>2,500 m) you should see your doctor prior to travel and get advice specific to your situation. Altitude sickness can affect anyone, even the physically fit.

• Check the Medicare Website for advice relating to you card – your card may cover a number of countries or you may get a reduced fee due to Australian agreement with that particular country.

In the air

• Keep a supply of important medication in your hand luggage in case your check-‐in luggage goes missing. • Continue taking your prescribed medication. • Factor the effects of jet lag into your itinerary. • If you've been scuba diving, don't travel in an aircraft for at least 24 hours after your final dive. • To help avoid deep vein thrombosis (DVT): • Drink plenty of fluids (but avoid alcohol and caffeine) • Stretch your feet and lower legs while seated • Walk around the cabin at regular intervals.

Have a wonderful break and come back healthy.

Rotary Club of Templestowe -‐ Update

The Rotary Club of Templestowe, “Dine for a Cure”, and Australian Rotary Health will form a partnership with a University or Research Institute to fund a PhD Research Scholarship to be known as:

ANN HENDERSON PhD RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP Investigating BRAIN CANCER

It was felt that we may be able to recognise the many years of service that Ann Henderson gave the club and district in her support to Past District Governor John Henderson in carrying out his many years of Rotary service. Carolyn Henderson, John’s daughter joined a committee formed to raise research funding for a cure and treatment for brain cancer, and this became known as “Dine for a Cure”. Other members of the Henderson family are also committed to this program. The “Dine for a Cure” is a fund raising body that supports the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation (formerly Cure for Life Foundation). The Cure Brain Foundation was established in 2003 by world renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Charlie Teo who continues in a very active role as a neurosurgeon and a member of the board, which oversees the research programs. The Cure Brain Cancer Foundation is the largest fundraiser for brain cancer research and awareness in Australia. The two years they have held the “Dine for a Cure” dinners they have raised $150,000. The dinner this year will recognise the partnership involvement with Rotary in the application for the Ann Henderson PhD Research Scholarship. It would be wonderful to have your support by attending the: -‐


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ONE THOUSAND CRANES 2014 GALA DINNER

Details below John McIntosh John Henderson Past President Past District Governor-‐ District 9810 Rotary Club of Templestowe Rotary Club of Templestowe M: 0402 458 061 M: 0417 348 855 E: [email protected] E: [email protected]

Youth Services Update -‐ Salwan Shahine Interact club of Doncaster activities: On Thursday 20 May 2014 about 24 members of the Interact Club went to King Lake for one of the club local projects where the students spent the day working with local residents to clean up an area nominated by the local residents.

Friday 30th May 7.00pm at Crown Palladium Featuring Mark Seymour (of Hunters & Collectors fame) and Dan Hamill (Australia’s

answer to Michael Bublé Tickets $195.00 per person includes 3 course meal and wines. Dress: lounge suit.

To book call Hamish Park on 0403 169 364. See www.dineforacure.org and www.facebook.com/dineforacure


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JANUARY / FEBRUARY -‐ DUTY ROSTER

Date Greeter/ Fareweller

Set Up & Take Down

Cash Desk Duty Reserve

May 7 Brian Talbot Barry Halpern Anthony Jude Liz Sheat

Maurice Kerrigan

May 14 Angelina Mistica Sarah Brown Stephany Hutt Surjeet Mudher

Greg King

May 21 Vocational -‐ Meeting away from Beau Monde May 28 Liz Olie Jon Seddon Maria Rigoni

Brendon Woods Danie Blom

June 4 No meeting due to international convention in Sydney

June 11 Norm Macleod John Shearer David Grieve Selwyn Shahine

David Ellis

June 18 Lorraine Nichols

Graham Richardson

Chris Guardiani Frank Evans

David Lunt

June 25 Mumbi Gachecha Leon Moore Peter Buszko Danny Dinicolo

Paul Kounnas

MAY/ JUNE ROSTER WILL BE CIRCULATED ON JUNE 19

PLEASE NOTE:

• With the understanding that serving our Club, when called upon, is an important duty for all Rotarians it is requested that you take note of these dates, endeavour to fulfil these positions and look upon these responsibilities as part of your community service.

• If you are unable to attend on these allocated dates please NOTIFY YOUR DUTY RESERVE team member directly -‐ and with as much notice as possible.

• Better yet – maybe take responsibility for the spot you have been allocated and find your own replacement AND THEN NOTIFY YOUR DUTY RESERVE of the change.

• FYI: All Club members have their contact details listed on our Club website. • With your personal commitment to this Roster every meeting of The Rotary Club of Doncaster will be a

pleasurable experience for your Fellow Members and our Visitors.

DO YOU LISTEN TO “ROTARY IN ACTION”?

“Rotary in Action” – an hour of great radio! Every Tuesday afternoon “Rotary in Action” is presented on our local community radio station 96.5 InnerFM. The program has undergone many changes over recent years including a new name and the introduction of new announcers. Take the time to listen in for terrific Rotary Radio and you may hear new hosts Alma Reynolds and Russell Gurney joining Jack Tanner and Greg King rotating through the weeks. They join with Don Hamilton of Rosanna and Keith Anderson (Templestowe) to bring you up-‐to-‐date with Rotary information throughout Districts 9800, 9810 and 9790.


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Dates for your planner: Program 983 – Tuesday, May 20 – Greg Program 985 – Tuesday, June 3 – Jack Program 987 – Tuesday, June 17 – Greg Program 989 – Tuesday, July 1 – Alma & Michele Program 991 – Tuesday, July 15 – Greg Program 993 – Tuesday, July 29 – Jack Program 994 – Tuesday, August 5 – Russell Program 997 – Tuesday, August 19 – Alma Program 998 – Tuesday, September 2 – Greg Program 1000 – Tuesday, September 16 -‐ EVERYONE Rotary in Action – every Tuesday at 4pm – every week of the year since 1995. Counting up to our super 1000th edition on September 16, 2014. If you are out of the area you can listen to the program on the internet at www.innerfm.org.au and click on the streaming live link.

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