CONTACT a newsletter of the Rotary Club of Essendon

Volume 75 Issue 14, 6th October 2009

Whats Happening!

• Todays meeting

• Phillipines Floods

• Bakers Dozen

• DIK Update

• Restaurants to Support

• Past Presidents

• Post it

• Social Corner

• Our Sponsors

The Rotary Club of Essendon was Chartered on 21st May 1935

34/78 MEMBERS

AT TODAY’S MEETING

Today’s meeting – Club Meeting

What a great meeting

today with plenty of fun

and laughter!

As always our Sergeant in

Arms, Maurice Mollica led

the way with light

hearted topics ranging

from sheep in New

Zealand versus

population to Neil

Henderson jumping on

the band wagon and

barracking for Melbourne

Storm.

Each Committee

Chairperson gave a brief

summary of what projects

are currently going

on….the bottom line

being we are all very

busy.

Flood Update from Bahay Tuluyan – 5th October 2009

Our neighbours there have been very badly affected. Although the roads around our new

temporary office were flooded, the building stayed dry - we are so grateful for everyone who has

contributed to our 'A Home of Our Own' project that allowed us to buy this new piece of land!

Unfortunately our jeepney was at Sta Mesa for repairs and was completely submerged in the flood.

We are trying to repair it but not sure how much damage has been done.

Many of our staff suffered flood damage in their houses. In Laguna, we are located near a very big

inland lake. This has risen dramatically and is not yet receding. Poor waste management and

over-development has exacerbated the problem. Several of our staff members' houses are still

under water and could remain so for at least a month. The water there is still rising. They have

moved out and are staying with friends or renting temporarily. Many people are still in schools,

chapels and halls set up as makeshift evacuation centers. In our immediate area in Laguna there

are still hundreds of families out of their homes. Being out of their homes also means that their

livelihoods are affected and disease, particularly waterborne disease, is a major issue.

Immediately after the floods Bahay Tuluyan provided 200 relief packages to families in one of our

street areas in Manila that were badly affected. We also provided a hot meal and clean water to

children in that area and our other Mobile Unit areas. On Thursday our Mobile Unit team visited one

of the evacuation centers to provide some activities for the children to give them a bit of a break

and a chance to talk about their experiences. We are working with our local NGO partners and

UNICEF to try and conduct registration of separated and unaccompanied children. This week we

hope to extend our support to several evacuation centers in our immediate areas. We also plan to

give some more relief packages to meet families' basic needs and to assist them as they start to

return home.

Anyone interested in donating to the flood relief can donate to Cathy or Shirley. All donations are

tax deductible.

The recent floods in the Philippines caused by

Tropical Storm Ketsana have affected close to

3 million people, including up to 80% of Metro

Manila which experienced its worst flooding in

more than 40 years. Manila received a

month’s rainfall in 9 hours and there have been

at least 246 deaths.

All of the children and staff of Bahay Tuluyan

are safe. We are extremely grateful that none

of our centers were flooded, particularly our

new center in Manila. We moved from our Sta

Mesa office just 2 months before the flood.

That center was flooded to the ceiling and is

very badly damaged and basically

inhabitable.

45th President

Syd Smith

Club History – Founding Past Presidents 1978, 1979, 1980

44th President

Graeme Allison

43rd President

John Green

The Baker’s Dozen – Paul McDonald

Question 1. ROTARIAN

Was the name of a racehorse I once lost money on

Question 2. WHAT ARE YOU GLAD ABOUT?

That in this country we can have a prime minister called Kevin

Question 3. WHAT DO YOU NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT?

Clean undies and a hanky

Question 4. WHO IS THE MOST FAMOUS PERSON IN YOUR MOBILE

PHONE CONTACTS?

Guiseppes pizza

Question 5. FAVOURITE PLACE IN VICTORIA

Dunkeld

Question 6. FAVOURITE DRINK

Tempranillo

Question 7. FAVOURITE MEAL

Grilled flathead

Question 8. FAVOURITE RESTAURANT

Tiamos

Question 9. FAVOURITE MUSIC

The inkspots

Question 10. FIRST CAR

Ford customline

Question 11. FIRST JOB

Wheel rim stacker

Question 12. WHO/WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO COME BACK AS IN

ANOTHER LIFE?

An otter

Question 13. BEST ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED

You can’t drive a 10 inch nail with a tack hammer

Leading District Clubs combine to help Donations in Kind

The History Committee has come across

this photo in an old book of news

clippings about the club dating back to

1938. The photo was just in between 2

pages and was not stuck in as was

everything else. It appears to be a

reprint of an earlier photo. There are no

markings on the photo so would like you

to put it into contact to see if any

members have a clue to the identity of

the couple. From the clothing we are

guessing that it was taken in the early

part of last century around 1910 - 1930.

Regards

Steve Chandler

A question for the the long servicing members

Donations in Kind (DIK) collects surplus goods new and used from companies and other entities

throughout Victoria and distributes them locally and internationally through the Rotary District and

many Clubs.

Since October 20008, as a result of change of ownership of the warehouse owners, DIK was required

to pay $36,000 + GST. Obviously a huge impost on Donations in Kind, and with limited support from

District, the future of Donations in Kind has been in jeopardy.

The Rotary Club of Essendon has taken a very pro active approach to supporting DIK. In recent

weeks we assisted RAWCS Chairman Bob Glindemman to develop a strategy to support DIK.

Consequently, a few weeks ago Rotarians from the Rotary clubs of Melbourne, Hawthorn, Balywn,

Nth Balwyn, Essendon and Camberwell have agreed to provide long term financial assistance to DIK.

It is envisaged 50% of funding will be sourced from external sponsorship, with the other 50%

contribution coming from the participating Rotary clubs and with a new user pay system to be

implemented. A sub-committee has been formed to develop a long term support facility for

Donations in Kind.

This is a great outcome for DIK and our Rotary club, which relies on Donations in Kind for many of our

International projects. It is also envisaged that our increased association with DIK will also allow our

club to increase its Community activities via a number of new initiatives with DIK.

Restaurants in our area to support

Looking for a great place to have dinner. Why not support these Restaurants that support

our club activities. It will make it easier also the next time we ask them for assistance.

Over the next few months we will feature those Restaurants that participated in our Great

Restaurant Raffle. Enjoy………………

Bear Brass Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct, Shop 3a Ground floor,3 Southgate Av

Southbank 3006 VIC, Phone: (03) 9682 3799

Enjoy a glass of wine outside on the terrace, or at the bar

in this stylish yet simple restaurant. The slick, modern

designed space sits right on the Yarra - oh-so-Melbourne.

The menu is simple but appealing, ranging from laksa to

pizzas to good old bangers and mash. After dinner the

bar is cheery and upbeat, the perfect place for a

postprandial cocktail.

Café Palms 1035 Mt Alexander Road Essendon Victoria 3040. Tele: 03 9379 9012

For a great Italian experience

A Touch of India 413 Mt Alexander Road, Ascot Vale, VIC 3032, Phone (03) 9370 5434

"This is one of the best Indian restaurants I have been

to! It's only a small place, but it is incredibly clean,

beautifully decorated and has such an intimate

atmosphere. The staff are friendly and most

importantly, the food is delicious. The menu is quite

diverse, covering both South and North Indian dishes.

Very authentic. Check it out, you'll become a

regular."

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Trailer Raffle prizes

We require two items for our major prize list:- 2nd prize of a

colour TV set RRP $400 and 4th prize of a child's bike RRP

$200. Some donations towards these items would be very

much appreciated.

We now need items to fill the trailer, either by your generous

donations or by contacts you may have to assist in this way.

Some ideas to be considered.

Children's toys (large and inexpensive)

Small travel luggage

Tarpaulin with ties

Coffee Machine

Hand Trolley - light weight

Sound Equipment- portable

Trestle Tables

Outdoor Umbrella

Outdoor setting for 2

Electric Extension Cord – long

Power Tools of any kind

Ladders -- 3,4 or 5 step

Electrical Home appliances

Garden Tools

Planter Pots - inside or outside

Tool Boxes - any size

Eskys -- on the large size

Sports bags

If you can think of any other items you would like to contribute

they would be gratefully received. Thank you. Roger Priestley

Tram Car Restaurant Melbourne

Escagrill Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds

Hilton, Melb Airport Melbourne Airport

Bear Brass Southbank

Boat House Maribyrnong River, Essendon

Boat House Maribyrnong River, Essendon

Galli Winery Melton

Fangos Caroline Springs

Café Palms Mt Alexander Rd, Nth Essendon

O' Sullivans Pub Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon

A Touch of India Mt Alexander Rd, Ascot Vale

Chor Mai Thai Mt Alexander Rd, Ascot Vale

Fletchers Pasta Bar Fletcher St, Essendon

Sunrise Indian Mt Alexander Rd, Ascot Vale

Omni Keilor Rd, Essendon

Arcadia Union Rd, Ascot Vale

Prevale Union Rd, Ascot Vale

Cherry Blossom Russell St, Essendon

Sassy Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds

Portobello Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon

Hot Chilli Thai Mt Alexander Rd, Ascot Vale

VIC Uni Restaurant Calder Highway, Keilor

Brass Tavern Pascoe Vale Rd, Moonee Ponds

Guiseppes Shuter St, Moonee Ponds

Delicious Affair Napier St Strathmore

Sweet Sauce Rathdown St, Carlton

China Max Keilor Rd, Essendon

Noble Keilor Rd, Essendon

Tookaiya Japanese Keilor Rd, Essendon

Emperor T'Ang Gisborne

Danish Rose St, Essendon

Da Gigi's Rose St, Essendon

Jasmine House Keilor Rd, Niddrie

Below is the list of great local restaurants

who support our club

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Early bird presale: 9th October 2009

Book tickets on line at:

www.kangan.edu/au/bahaytuluyan or contact Shirley Kuuk

or Cathy Nicou

OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME

The Rotary Club of Essendon Inc. & Kangan Batman TAFE - A Team Effort in Fundraising for Bahay

Tuluyan “Home of Our Own” Project, Philippines

Kangan Batman TAFEs Hospitality department supplier, Schweppes, has provided this exciting

opportunity……… A Trip for Two to Milan, Italy!

This opportunity comprises*:

two return economy airfares to Milan, Italy, from the winner’s nearest Australian capital city

(carrier selected by the promoter);

return transfers between airport/hotel;

three nights accommodation for two at a minimum 4 star hotel (selected by the promoter;

standard room, twin share);

daily breakfast;

a trip to Bologna including a visit to the Ducati & Maranello factories (via bus tour. Weekly

tours leave for Bonaparte most Mondays);

attendance to the Ferrari store in Milan; and

AUD $1,000 spending money.

The trip is valued at up to: $13,200 (inc GST)

The trip is subject to booking and flight availability and must be taken by 2/06/2010 (excluding 10/12/2009-15/01/2010)Travel bookings must be made at least 45 days in advance of travel. No extension will be permitted. Any alterations to confirmed flight details will be at the expense of the winner and must be approved by the promoter.The winner and nominated participant must be aged 18 years and over.*Other terms and conditions apply

Only 125 tickets at $100. Please see Cathy or Shirley.

Perth District Conference – 4 to 7 March 2010

Early Bird registration is open until 6 Dec 2009

Members can register by ;

- Logon to the conference website

www.rotarydistrict9800.org.au/conference 2010

- Click on the black & white box “Registration”

- Click to register “Online” or

- Click to print out the “Registration Form”,

complete the form and attach your cheque.

Airfares for departure on March 3 and return on

March 8 currently range from $280 on tiger to

around $450 on Qantas.

Members who do not have internet access can

speak to Glenn Smith for further details about

registering for the conference.

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DATED EVENT VENUE

Friday 9th October Moonee Valley Race Night Moonee Valley Race course

Friday 13th Nov Cocktail Party for Bahay Tulyan. Kangan Batman TAFE

Friday 20th Nov Golf Day Medway Golf course

Saturday 26th Nov Fellowship trivia night MDA centre

Tuesday 15th Dec Annual Christmas dinner Fredrick’s Restaurant

Tuesday 26th Jan 10 Family BBQ Rob and Jan Thomas

Social Corner Rotary Club of Essendon

P.O.Box 171

Essendon, 3040

Phone: 0417352190

Club President

Anne Rogers

Club Secretary

Tim Anderson

Contact Editor

Michael Mahoney

Web Editor

Grant Sheldon

Website

www.rcessendon.com.au

Up and Coming Events

Get Well

Norm Mollica has spen the past two weeks in

Hospital. All the best to Norm from the club, we

are thinking of you.

Medway Golf Day .

You are invited to participate in a very special event, the Rotary Club of Essendon Inc Charity Golf Day. WHEN: Friday 20th November, 2009 – 11am-12.00 noon for registration and 12.30 tee off WHERE: Medway Golf Club (Melways reference 27G10) COST: $70 Medway members and $90 non-members. Cost includes green fees, light refreshments before and after the game (BBQ dinner) when there will be presentations of prizes and a raffle. FORMAT: 4 ball Ambrose event with many prizes for overall winners, runners-up, longest drive, nearest the pins, drive and chip and many more.

RC Strathmore, Victorian Bushfire Dinner, 2nd

December 2009

Guest Speakers are The Hon Bill Shorten, MP and

Christine Nixon, Chair of The Victorian Bushfire

Recovery and reconstruction.

The cost is $50.00 per head, very reasonable cost

given the profile of our Guest Speakers.

The Dinner will be held at the Mooney Valley

Race Club to gain a capacity of 300 people.

Rotary Toast

Today our club toasted the Rotary Club of

Wembley, in Wisden, UK who have 37 members.

Raffle

After Stephen Chandler won the jackpot last

week the pickings were meager this week. Don

Knee drew the lucky ticket today but picked the

7 of diamonds.

Birthdays

Sam Morello 54Y

Grant Sheldon 47Y

Anniversaries

Ray Langren 35Y

Quote of the Week

Language is part of a man’s

character ………Francis Bacon

You have an old-fashioned refrigerator

with a small freezer compartment

capable of holding seven ice cube

trays stacked vertically. But there are

no shelves to separate the trays, and if

you stack one tray on top of another

before the ice cubes in the bottom tray

are fully frozen, the top tray will nestle

into it, and you won't get full cubes in

the bottom tray. You have an unlimited

supply of trays, each of which can

make a dozen cubes. What's the fastest

way to make full-sized ice cubes?

New Member Classifications

Chemical Engineer

Thespian

Chef

Builder

Marriage Counsellor

Musician

Club History – Old photos of Club Rotarians in action

Royce in white suit

Sue Duras with kids and

exchange student

Ray Landgren, Royce Abbey &

Bill Molinaro playing golf Wes Hall, Sam Tartaglia, David

White, Sam Pennisi & Clive Lloyd

John Green planting tree

with Rotaractors

Graeme Allinson, Max Watson, &

Maurie Mollica at shooting

range

Club History – A year that was

1993-94

President: Sam Tartaglia

Secretary: Tony Rulli

Michael Maloney Bendigo Bank

Phone 93742607 E-mail

maloneltham@bigpond.com.au

9381 0288

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Riddle Answer: You can make 120 cubes (10 full trays) in the time it takes to freeze two trays. First, fill four of the

trays with water and turn the other three upside down and use them to space the four apart. That gives you 48

cubes. Next, empty the four trays and put two ice cubes in diagonally opposed corners of each of six of the

trays. Fill the remaining holes -- and the entire seventh tray -- with water. Using the ice cubes to hold the trays

apart, stack all seven (the seventh tray should go on top), and freeze them. You'll get an additional 72 cubes.

You can get 72 cubes for every batch except the first, for which spacer ice cubes are not yet available.