Tonight we saw the fruits of our collective labour at our Book Fair in the presentation of a cheque for $6,500 to Strive2Thrive. The message we were very clearly and scientifically given was that exercise is an effective preventer and treatment of Cancer. Half an hour a day - to the point of being gently puffed is what will stimulate the skeletal muscles to work their anti-cancer Magic.
And is was a pleasure to have some very important guests in attendance, our Mayor Rose Hodge, Chrissy Hayes, Desley McKnight from Torquay Scouts, Bryan Hayden, Gail Birchall and Robyn & Don Forsythe of Probus and our speakers Barb Cummins & Sue Bowles, both Breast Care Nurses with Oncologist Dr Karen White.
No meeting next week as we will be up before sparrows to attend the ANZAC Dawn service at Torquay Point. We are very proud to have our Mary Elliott laying the wreath on our Club's behalf. I shall see you there.
The Torquay Rotary Book Fair raised much needed funds for the Strive2Thrive program currently operating in Geelong. Strive2Thrive is a program, which empowers men and women in the Geelong region to regain life after a cancer treatment. Dr Karen White, Barb Cummins and Sue Bowles delivered an informative seminar detailing the program’s framework and outcomes. A grand total of $6500 was presented and supporters and sponsors of the Book Fair were present to enjoy the evening.
It was wonderful to see Mayor Rose Hodge and so many Torquay businesses and clubs getting behind the Book Fair ensuring its success.
Pictured in presentation of the cheque are - Dr Karen White, Barb Cummins, Sue Bowles, Rhonda Anchen (Book Fair Organiser) and Amanda Hough - Torquay Rotary President.
I am sorry about the delay with writing this. I have been having too much fun and experiencing a lot of new things about not only Canada, but myself as well. For the first couple of weeks I was here, I was very sick, but luckily I didn’t have school!
Speaking of which, school has been a real eye-opener. I have seen many differences, comparing Australian schools to Canadian schools, and it was quite daunting being a new kid (which I have only been once before). I have slowly made friends and people have opened up to the fact I am actually an exchange student – and not another kid who just moved to their school – which is awesome!
I have also made great connections and friends with the other inbound exchange students who are here from all over the world! In February, we had a youth exchange camp for both inbounds and outbounds, where we stayed up north of Mississauga, around three hours drive away. This was honestly one of the best weekends I have ever had, experiencing the cold north, with temperatures dropping to around -15. Meeting all the exchange students for the first time was an awesome thing.
We recently had a weekend in Mississauga where we visited the local waterfalls – Albion Falls and Webster Falls – which were absolutely beautiful! It was also a great day with nice weather and great photo opportunities (which you may have seen on Facebook).
My current host family, the Ngo family, has been very warm and welcoming. They are some of the most genuine people I have met. The kids are very focused individuals who strive to be the best they can and its great to see. Minh and I have got on like brothers ever since we found a common interest in games. We have been out many times to places like Square One in Toronto and will be going to Niagara Falls soon!
I have also been to many sporting events, like the Toronto Raptors vs Indiana Pacers home game in Toronto, and to the local hockey team, the Mississauga Steelheads.
These first three months have been very fast and are starting to feel like they get quicker every month. I am trying to make the most of my time here, regularly attending Rotary meetings and getting out as much as possible. I am really thankful for all the support from the club back home and I am again grateful for you being able to sponsor me on this journey.
The Rotary Club of Drysdale is pleased to announce the launching of a new project. By joining forces with the Clue Detective Puzzle Agency, it hopes to raise funds by solving crossword puzzles. Crossword puzzles are great educational games for people of all ages, keeping the brain fit and healthy, and enhancing literacy, logic and critical thinking skills. They are also challenging and a lot of fun! Drysdale Rotary would like to invite your Club to join us in promoting the benefits of puzzling, and at the same time raise funds for your Club projects. For more information, please refer to the media release below http://cluedetectivepuzzlesonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Media-Release-Rotary-Club-of-Drysdale-Puzzle-Fundraiser.pdf
Max Fry, the Rotarian organising the Bowel Scan kit distribution, has arranged with Bunnings Torquay for an information table to be set at the store to answer any questions people may have about the kits etc. This is to happen on Saturday 30th April and Sunday the 1st May. 2 people would be needed for the following times on both days. 9 am to 12 noon;12 noon to 3 p.m and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Would you please give this consideration and let me know if and when you would be available.
To all of our Members, who have pledged to the Ride the Bellarine End Polio fund, thanks you for your support, if you have not already could you please settle up with Treasurer Graham ASAP to enable the event financials to be wrapped up.
Dear Rotarians,
It’s been three weeks since the Ride the Bellarine event and donations are still being received through the event website.
Our emphasis this year was to encourage participants to seek a minimum sponsorship of $50 in aid of End Polio and I can report that this has been a great success. Several participants have exceeded $1000 and one may well reach $2000! Out total to date is approx $17,000.
I know that some Clubs have also taken up the challenge and sought “polio pledges’ from members, or intend to make Club contributions to End Polio in the name of the Ride the Bellarine event. As with last years efforts we expect you will remit these funds directly to the Rotary Foundation Trust. It would be appreciated however, if you would advise me of any amount your Club has raised for this cause so that I might include a note of your commitment in the report I am preparing for the May District Board Meeting.
To finalise this years event, a Sponsors Night will be hosted by the Rotary Club of Ocean Grove on Tuesday 31 May. On this night we will provide a comprehensive event report, thank our many sponsors, recognise significant fundraisers, thank volunteers and generally celebrate the events success. A separate invitation will be sent as details are finalised.
On behalf of the committee, would please pass on our thanks to your members who volunteered to make this years Ride the Bellarine such a safe and successful day.
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This years visit is scheduled for Tuesday 26th April (The day after Anzac Day)
PDG Alan Anderson has used connections from his time working with the communities affected by the Black Saturday bush fires and has been able to gain some financial support to assist with the costs involved with running the days activities and the bus.from Strathewen.
We will as usual require 4 or so Rotarians/Partners to assist on the day with the BBQ lunch as well as Morning Tea on their arrival and Afternoon Tea prior to their departure.
If you are interested and able to assist please call or email Gail Chrisfield on 0409 624 577 or Alan Anderson on 0419 330 774
If you cannot meet one of your assigned duties, Please contact Maggie Isom to advise.
The duty team should arrive no later than 6:00 p.m. Besides the below duties, the assigned team is responsible for Room Setup, Greeting Members and Guests, and Room Tidy at the end of our meeting - see checklist in storeroom or click here .
Date
Duty Team
Program
Chair
GREETING
INVOCATION
Event details
MON 25 APRIL
John McDonald
ALL ROTARIANS
ANZAC DAY
POINT DANGER 4.30AM
TUES 26 APRIL
Gail Chrisfield
STRATHEWEN SCHOOL VISIT
SUN 1 MAY
President Elect
Lesley Shedden
Rhonda Anchen
Amanda Hough
John McDonald
Greg Plumridge
Gaynor Schols
Chris Sims
DISTRICT ASSEMBLY
STAWELL
MON 2 MAY
PE Lesley Shedden
Helen McDonald
Report on District Assembly
MON 9 MAY
PDG Chris Simms
Gerard McNamara
David Mitchell
YOUTH PROGRAMS
WED 18 MAY
JOINT VOCATIONAL VISIT with GROVEDALE
Davidson Restaurant
The Gordon
Please note: The assigned Chairperson for the evening is responsible for writing a short review on the topic presented by the guest speaker of the night and for emailing the review to the Bulletin editor by noon of the following Wednesday
Jane was born in Sydney but with the family moved to Geelong where she completed her schooling. A career path in banking led to management, following which Jane took up an overseas posting in London for five years working with the Australian Department of Immigration. Returning to Australia, Jane was the Business Manager for a busy medical practice for a number of years, before taking up the senior National Travel Co-ordinator role with a large, national food serices provider. Jane holds a Diploma of Business (Human Resources).
A member of the Rotary Club of Geelong since 2001, Jane has held many positions in the Club including President, Secretary and Treasurer. As President she initiated and took part in the building of a school for the indigenous in Outback Australia. International activities have included attendance at the Salt Lake City Convention and participation in a Rotary Friendship Exchange to Alaska. Jane was selected for, and attended,the Brisbane Future Leaders Seminar in 2011. At District level Jane has been active on a number of District committees including Australian Rotary Health and served for three years as an Assistant Governor to a group of eight clubs. Jane is a Facilitator with the Rotary Leadeership Institute, and was appointed the District Governor Special Representative for, and esablished, a vibrant new club. Jane is also a member of the District Club Visioning team assisting Clubs with planning a vision for their futures. Jane has been recognised with a Paul Harris Fellow and an "Avenues of Service" Citation.
With a love of travel, Jane has visited every continent, including Antactica, as well as most countries of the world. These travel experiences included a managemente role with the International Olympic Committee at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. Now divorced, Jane continues to live in Torquay. She is close to her sister, nieces and nephew and is a doting great-aunt to Chloe, and the new arrival Lucy. A lover of spectator sports, Jane is a long-standing and passionate supporter and member (with one niece) of the Geelong Footbal Club team: "The Cats"
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Notifying someone about changes to your meeting attendance is your responsibility!
Our meetings have catered dinners, so if you are unable to attend a meeting, or if your partner is unable to attend a designated Partner's Night, YOU MUST ADVISE us of your or your partner’s absence. This also applies if you are attending the meeting but not dining.
There are two ways to do this, either record the information in advance in the "Apology Book" that is available at the book in table at each meeting or telephone 03-5222-2022. An answering service operates out of hours.
All apologies must be made no later than 9.00AM on the Monday of the meeting (unless other arrangements were addressed in the Bulletin).
If no apology is recorded by that time, the absentee member will be issued with an invoice to pay the Club the dinner fee of $25 for your non-attendance, and/or that of your partner if it is an official Partner's Night.
On "Partners Nights" it is a different arrangement as it will be assumed that your partner WILL BE attending unless you apologise for them!
Remember if you are bringing guests or your partner (to a non-partner night) you need to notify us of the extra number of persons who will be attending.
Absence when away on travel is not an excuse. It is your reasonability to lodge your apology and it is recommended that this be recorded beforehand in the “Apology Book” to save you remembering each week whilst you are away.
