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Annual District 9680 Youth Exchange Dinner Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club Feb 10, 2012 06:30 PM

Combined Beaches Dinner International College of Management Feb 10, 2012 07:00 PM

Sailing Day for RYE students Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay Feb 12, 2012 11:30 AM

2012-13 Executive Training Feb 17, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012

Movie Evening - The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Event Cinemas Feb 23, 2012 07:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Youth Exchange Weekend Umina Beach, Central Coast Feb 24, 2012 - Feb 26, 2012

Charter Celebration - Rotary E-Club of Greater Syd Boronia Grove Function Centre Feb 24, 2012 06:00 PM

Movie Afternoon - The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Macqarie Events Cinema Feb 25, 2012 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Chatswood Movie Morning Mandarin Centre Feb 26, 2012 10:30 AM

Central Coast Movie Night Avoca Beach Picture Theatre Feb 26, 2012 05:00 PM

Presidents Elect Training Seminar ‘The Cube’  Mar 03, 2012 - Mar 04, 2012

Welcome Dinner for the GSE Team from District 1260 Roseville Golf Club Mar 06, 2012 06:30 PM

District Golf Day Mar 09, 2012 08:30 AM

District Conference Mar 16, 2012 06:00 PM - Mar 18, 2012 02:00 PM

MUNA Knox Grammar School Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012

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Governor’s Message Posted by Peter Tang on Feb 09, 2012

Greetings my fellow Rotarians

 

World Understanding Month

The month of February is special in the Rotary calendar since it is designated World

Understanding Month. The month also includes the anniversary of the first meeting of

Rotary held on 23 February 1905, now designated World Understanding and Peace

Day.

Programs GSE, YE, Scholarships, (Peace and ambassadorial), Friendship exchanges, volunteers

through RAWCS.

In designating World Understanding Month, the Rotary International board asks all Rotary clubs to

plan programs for their weekly meetings and undertake special activities to

emphasise “understanding and goodwill as essential for world peace”.

To observe this designated month, your club may arrange international speakers, invite Youth

Exchange students and international scholars from schools and universities to club meetings, plan

programs featuring former Group Study Exchange team members, arrange discussions on global

issues, present entertainment with an international cultural or artistic theme, and schedule other

programs with an international emphasis.

Many clubs take the opportunity to launch an international community service activity or make contact

with a Rotary club in another country.  It is a good month to initiate a Rotary Friendship Exchange, a 3-

H project or encourage support for Polio-Plus and other Rotary Foundation programs.

World Understanding Month is a chance for every club to pause, plan and promote the Fourth Avenue

of Service - Rotary’s continued quest for goodwill, peace and understanding among people of the

world.

Rotary’s 107th Anniversary is celebrated on 23 February and that day is designated as “World

Understanding and Peace Day”.  It is a special day to focus on our Objective of building of peace and

Goodwill around the globe.

At district level we have, on 23 February, the first of our three showings of the movie “The Best Exotic

Marigold Hotel” will be at Castle Towers.  As well as raising money for the Polio eradication campaign, the film promises to be a hoot!  It will be a great night out for us, our families, and friends.  Please make up a party and make your bookings as soon as possible.  For those that cannot make the 23rd due to other commitments, the other three showings in the district will be on Saturday 25

February at the Macquarie Centre, and on Sunday 26 February – in the morning at the Mandarin

Centre in Chatswood and in the early evening at the Avoca Beach Theatre.  Further details are in the body of this newsletter and you can also go online for the details.

Australia Day Honours

Before we leave January too far behind, we must congratulate our members who were honoured on

Australia Day.   • Murray Block and his late wife Bridget of Mosman club received the Medal of the Order of Australia

(OAM) for services to the community of Mosman.

• David Blackwell, of Lindfield club, received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to

the accountancy Profession and to the community.

• Emile Jansen, of Pittwater club, received the Australia Citizen Community award for his

extraordinary pro bono services rendered to support the Pittwater Rotary Palliative Care project to

extend and modernise the facilities at the Mona Vale hospital.

• PDG Bruce Allen, from Castle Hill club was named 2012 Senior Citizen of the Year on Australia

Day by the Parramatta City.

Please join me in congratulating these Rotarians who have been honoured for exemplifying service

above self.

Register for the District Conference

And, of course I cannot write a comment without once more asking you to register promptly for our

District Conference where we will be Going for Gold at the Gong.  Registrations are coming in, but we can certainly accommodate many more as we hope, given the proximity of Wollongong, to have a

very high attendance.  Lots of information, lots of fun, lots of Rotary and lots of fellowship and networking.  A MUST for newer Rotarians.  Only five weeks away now, so time to make your commitment to a wonderful and inspiring weekend.  Register here

I wish you all a wonderful World Understanding Month and look forward to seeing your name on the

list of Conference delegates in the very near future.

Kind regards

 

   

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Training for 2012-13 AGs Mar 24, 2012

Opera in the Arboretum Arboretum, Pearl Beach Mar 24, 2012 03:00 PM - 05:30 PM

Out of Africa: A Celebration! All Saints' Church Mar 25, 2012 02:30 PM - 05:00 PM

Lindfield Rotary Fun Run 2012 Roseville Park Apr 01, 2012 08:00 AM - 11:30 AM

"Luskintyre" Grand Southern Cross Model Aero Rally LUSKINTYRE AIRFIELD Apr 21, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012

District Assembly Pymble Ladies’ College Apr 21, 2012 08:30 AM - 02:30 PM

2012 Rotary International Convention May 06, 2012 - May 09, 2012

Epping’s 50th Anniversary and Changeover The Epping Club Jun 16, 2012 06:30 PM

Rotary Success Conference Hellenic Club Jul 21, 2012 - Jul 22, 2012

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It is time to register! Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 09, 2012

 

Act now - it is the best way to learn about the internationality of Rotary, be inspired, and enjoy great

friendship & fellowship.

All the information you need is on the Conference website. Check it out:

conference.rotarydistrict9680.org

The Conference is filling up, but we need you there.  So make your decision and register now.   More...

Welcome Dinner for the GSE Team from District 1260 (UK) Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 09, 2012

Date:       Tuesday 6 March 2012

Where:    Roseville Golf Club, 4 Links Ave, Roseville

Time:       6.30pm for a 7.00pm start R.S.V.P:   Email to Greg Muldoon or call 0419 221 444 by 28 February

 

Charter Celebration - Rotary E-Club of Greater Sydney Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 09, 2012

When : Friday 24th February 2012

6:00pm for 6:30pm

Where : Boronia Grove Function Centre,

Rear of 49 Rawson St Epping ( off the Coles car Park )

$45.00 per head, includes pre-dinner drink with wine and soft drinks on the table.

Chris Joscelyne is the Guest Speaker. Among Chris many achievements Chris is a multiple Paul

Harris Fellow, and he is a recipient of The Donald M. Carter Rotary Service Award presented to him

by his Rotary club for outstanding application of the ideal of service in his personal, business and

community life.

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Club Secretaries - please note! Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 07, 2012

Please note that all changes to membership data for your club are to be made on the District

Communication Intranet (provided by ClubRunner).  That is integral to the integration process with RI. 

The Hamiltons in India Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

Peter & Ann Hamilton of the Gosford North club are participating

in a Rotary Friendship Exchange with District 3040

Welcoming them at the airport were Dhiran Datta (Rotary

Friendhsip Exchange leader), Rajan Baveja (Chair International),

Mrs Madhuri (RFE Chair) , & Sanjay Burvey (President of teh local

club).

Located in the central India, Rotary District 3040 covers part of states of “Madhya Pradesh” & “Gujarat”.  It covers a large and diverse geographical area. There are unspoiled forests, rivers and mountains. Many historical places are situated here. This area has a rich tradition of art, handicrafts & tribal arts. It has ancient monuments and heritage places. It provides visitors with

a broad overview of Indian culture. People are friendly here and are known for their hospitality.

These exchanges are a great way to see another country and come to understand the culture and

way of life. The Rotarians in the district organise your itinerary, home host you and escort you around

their district ensuring you see the main tourist sites and gain an appreciation of their Rotary culture.

 

Humanity in Motion - now online Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

Remember the fabulous Humanity in Motion book that then Governor Tony

Castley published as his major Public Relations project three years ago,

featuring the activities of clubs in District 9680.

The national version is another stunning, outstanding publication that has now been published on line.  If you have not seen the book, you may preview the

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magazine online by clicking here.

Priced at $3.50 or $168 for a box, please contact District Secretary, Gina

Growden to place an order by email at gina.growden@bigpond.com or by

phone on: 0412 128 106.     More...

RI Integration - Updates Archive now available to Club Executives Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

Did you know that an archive of all RI Integration updates that were attempted in

the past three months can now be accessed by Club Executives on the District Communication Intranet (ClubRunner)?

The list will only display members with updates and will indicate whether or not

the update was successful, and if not, the reasons why.  Club Executives can access the Updates Archive by clicking on the 'RI Updates Archive' link on the

Admin page (after logging on).

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We want your suggestions Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 05, 2012

There are four focus areas in the Speak your Mind session over lunch on

Sunday:

  The future of Rotary, Programs, Partnering with the Foundation, and How

best to Do Good in the World.

Have you sent in your question?  If not, email your suggestions to

SpeakYourMind@rotarydistrict9680.org well before the conference. This will assist the facilitators running the session.

Remember to select this option when you register to attend the District

Conference.  The additional cost is only $15 and covers lunch.  If you need to add the session to your existing registration, please email your request to ConferenceRegistrations@rotarydistrict9680.org

 

Rotary Grace - survey Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

Rotary Down Under is conducting a survey based around the question Does

your club say Rotary Grace?

There are only three questions.  The results will be published in the March edition of RDU.

Click here to participate in the survey  

Image: Master isolated images / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

 

Test your Rotary knowledge Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

Do you know the name of the first Rotary president from outside the

United States? How about the site of the first convention held outside

North America? Find the answers to these and other Rotary history trivia

questions in the latest Historic Moments.

l Visit Rotary History and Archives

l Browse other Historic Moments 

 

Club project listing Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

The clubs in our District undertake an amazing range of worthwhile projects throughout their

communities.

See the list here

 

Wishbone Day Posted by Peter Tang on Feb 04, 2012

Three years ago Jo Ragen, a member of

Rotary Club of Dee Why Warringah, started a

project called Wishbone Day.  It is a support for those with Osteogenesis Imperfecta or

Broken Bone Disease.  Jo has this complaint.  She set up a website, had T-

Shirts and other products designed and

launched the project.

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It is auspiced by Rotary Club of Dee Why Warringah.  The project is designed to create community awareness and to raise funds to help those with or who live in impoverished communities around the world....

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Road Safety Education - The new name for the providers of the RYDA Program Posted by Peter Tang on Feb 01, 2012

RYDA Australia, a not for profit organisation responsible for the delivery of

quality evidence-based road safety education programs to young people is

changing its name to Road Safety Education Limited.

Speaking at the launch of the new name, Road Safety Education Limited CEO

Terry Birss said that the name change better reflects the mission of the

organisation in helping to reduce youth road trauma in Australia.

Details are in the Media Release

Click here for the 2011 Concise Annual Report of Road Safety Education Limited (formerly RYDA Australia Limited) and Road Safety Education Foundation (formerly RYDA Foundation).

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Going to the Conference - register now Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 04, 2012

 Many are going to the conference, but some have still to register.  The Conference is filling up, but we need you there.

All the information you need is on the Conference website.  Go to conference.rotarydistrict9680.org now & register.  

News from Rotary International Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 01, 2012

Read the President's February message about sharing Rotary's message. Include the message in

your club or district's newsletter and website.

"For many of us, Rotary is our only way to change the world. As individuals, there is little we can do

on our own, but when we join with our fellow Rotarians, we do make a difference."

Read more in the February message from the trustee chair.  

Rotary receives about 2.5 million United airline miles for humanitarian projects 

Thank you to all those at United for their generosity and the opportunity to participate in United's 10

Million Charity Miles Giveaway.  And thank you to everyone who voted for us.  We couldn't have done it without your participation and persistence.

For the miles giveaway, we officially came in second place and will receive 2,488,070 charity miles

from United. Rotarians will use the miles for humanitarian missions, such as transporting sick

children to hospitals.

Although the giveaway wasn't announced in advance, Rotarians and friends of Rotary quickly and

enthusiastically got the word out through social media, and we went from 18th place to second

place.  This enabled us to receive a larger portion of the 10 million airline miles that United was donating.  In addition, we congratulate the Shriners, who took first place. 

Read more about Rotary's social networks   

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - now 4 screenings Posted by Les Walsh on Feb 01, 2012

These screenings are fundraisers and will be conducted in Zones following 23

February - the release date for  the movie THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL.

The movie tells the story of a group of misfit British pensioners who are enticed to

retire to a fabulous hotel in Jaipur, India, where they are promised to live a life of

luxury for a bargain price.  Upon their arrival, they are dismayed to find that restoration of the once elegant Marigold Hotel has stalled.  There is water…sometimes.  And electricity…sometimes.  The hotel’s eager manager, a young

Indian entrepreneur, is quick to tell them that his ambitious renovation is going to

turn the place around.  Surprisingly, the retirees find themselves settling into this strange new world and creating bonds with each other.  What their new life lacks in luxury they come to find is plentiful in adventure, stunning beauty, peace and love.

This will be a fun event - screening on the Central Coast, The Hills, in the Northern Districts at

Macquarie, & on the North Shore at Chatswood.

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Rotary Peace Communities International Conference Posted by Peter Tang on Feb 01, 2012

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February newsletter - Foundation Posted by Les Walsh on Jan 31, 2012

The most important event coming up is the screening of the movie THE BEST

EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL with proceeds supporting Polio Eradication.

Please support this event and encourage your members to bring along their

friends and enjoy the movie and help raise funds for Polio.

Also there has been much comment about recent Polio Eradication media

reports and the exclusion of Rotary. Whilst this frustrates ...

Read the newsletter here

 

Judging the Masks Posted by Les Walsh on Jan 30, 2012

Go to conference.rotarydistrict9680.org to see the categories by which the masks at the Masked Ball

will be judged.

 

Peter Pearce to run London Marathon for ShelterBox Posted by Les Walsh on Jan 28, 2012

Australian SRT and ShelterBox Australia Director, Peter Pearce is set to run the

London Marathon to raise much-needed funds.  Just to make life more interesting, Peter, a retired financial advisor, “passionate Cornishman” and

Rotarian from Terrigal on NSW’s Central Coast, will complete the 26 mile

course carrying a ShelterBox on his back!

Luckily for Peter the box he’ll carry, which usually weigh 55kgs each, will not be

full and has been specially modified for the occasion.

Read more and follow the story here   

Bringing business back to Rotary Posted by Les Walsh on Jan 28, 2012

Why did you join Rotary?  Chances are, one of the reason you joined was because you were in business, your friends were in business and there were opportunities for networking as well as making new friends for your business.  Looking around your community, it’s likely you will find many businesses and

services that all could be potential members.

Read the latest issue of Rotary on the Move to see why this is important.   

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Latest RI Strategic Plan Progress Report available online Posted by Les Walsh on Jan 27, 2012

Download the latest RI Strategic Plan Progress Report (PDF) for January 2012

to learn more about the progress Rotary is making on its strategic priorities.

The RI Strategic Plan charts a clear course for Rotary’s future, helping

Rotarians fulfill their promise of putting Service Above Self. The plan identifies

three strategic priorities supported by 16 goals.

Future progress reports will become available in advance of RI's annual convention at the end of the

Rotary year.

 

Australian Scientist to receive Rotary Foundation’s top alumni award Posted by Les Walsh on Jan 26, 2012

John Skerritt, a research scientist who is deputy secretary of the Department of Industries in Victoria,

has been chosen by The Rotary Foundation Trustees as the recipient of the 2010-12 Global Alumni

Service to Humanity Award.  

Skerritt has provided assistance to India, Indonesia, and other Southeast Asian countries in the

areas of medical science, biotechnology, agriculture, and public administration.   

Skerritt studied as a 1983-84 Ambassadorial Scholar at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor,

Michigan, USA. A member of the Rotary Club of Hampton, he will receive the award on 8 May at the

2012 RI Convention in Bangkok, Thailand.

 

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