Bulletin 24th December 2015 (Dec 24, 2015)

Presidents Report

Thank you to those who were able to squeeze in our final meeting for the year. We had the opportunity to learn about ROMAC, (Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children). This amazing service has changed the lives of 400 children where they would otherwise have suffered any or all of ostracism, pain, starvation and a terrible death. More in Lesley's report later in this bulletin.

We are cranking up support for the Book Fair and then the Motor Show. Rhonda and Rudi have produced some excellent promotional material for both events, and as a secondary benefit, promoting Rotary.

Wishing you a safe and pleasant Christmas and New Year. We will be regrouping on 11 January at Cosy Corner for the iconic Fish N Chip night.

Finally, should you be at a party bringing in the New Year, here are the translated words to the Robbie Burn's song Auld Lang Syne: -

"Should old acquaintance be forgot,

and never brought to mind?

Should old acquaintance be forgot,

and days of auld lang syne?

CHORUS:

For days of long ago, my dear,

for days of long ago,

we'll take a cup of kindness yet,

for days of auld lang syne.

And surely you’ll buy your pint cup!

and surely I’ll buy mine!

And we'll take a cup o’ kindness yet,

for days of auld lang syne.

CHORUS

We two have run about the slopes,

and picked the daisies fine;

But we’ve wandered many a weary foot,

since days of auld lang syne.

CHORUS

We two have paddled in the stream,

from morning sun till dine;

But seas between us broad have roared

since days of auld lang syne.

CHORUS

And there’s a hand my trusty friend!

And give me a hand o’ thine!

And we’ll take a right good-will draught,

for days of auld lang syne.

CHORUS"

With thanks,

Amanda

No Meeting

Posted by Greg "Plugga" Plumridge

No Meetings 28th Dec & 4th Jan

PLEASE NOTE There will be no regular Rotary Meeting at the Lions Village in Torquay for 2 weeks due to the Christmas and New Year festive season.

We wish you a safe, relaxing and very Happy Christmas & New Year.

Please enjoy some valuable time with family and friends and we will see you for Fish & Chips at Cosy Corner on 11th Jan.

Please watch for an email regarding registration for the Fish and Chips event which you will receive in the week prior.

Torquay Rotary Book Fair

Posted by Rhonda Anchen

Volunteers are required for this event please log in to Clubrunner go to "Club Documents" then Book Fair Roster or simply CLICK HERE

Please call Rhonda Anchen to advise of which sessions that you wish to volunteer for.

Paul Harris Fellow

For the Record

Following presentation of my Paul Harris Society certificate at the last Club meeting, there was confusion among some members about what the presentation actually represented. So to clear up any further confusion here is explanation as to how this all came about.

"My previous Rotary Club, RC Jerrabomberra D9710, presented me with my original Paul Harris Fellow in 2002 as recognition for services rendered to Rotary at Club and District level.

Recently I made a decision to become a member of the D9780 Paul Harris Society. This involves making annual donations of USD$1,000 to the Rotary Foundation. If at some future point one's financial circumstances change one is able to opt out of further contributions. As you know President Amanda presented me with my Paul Harris Society membership certificate at the meeting last week. In addition each year I receive an updated PHF Badge indicating the total number of donations. These badges are automatically generated by Rotary International to PHS members around he world.

My decision to donate money to Foundation was not based on being able to wear some sort of fancy PHF badge. We decided that for us it was affordable and represented a way of supporting all of the good work the Rotary Foundation does around the world. Also each year District receives half of TRF donations made three years earlier and these funds are used to support various District grants.

If you are perhaps interested in supporting Foundation in this way please contact the District PHS Coordinator Past President Peter Simons (RC Portland) at peter.simons@simonsal.com.au

Yours in Rotary Service,

Gerard McNamara
V P
Rotary Club of Torquay
D9780

21/12/2015"

Volunteers Needed

Cadel Evans Road Race - Volunteers Needed.

Our Club has been asked by Cadel's Manager Jason Bakker, and the event organisers, , to assist with providing volunteers for the Cadel Evans Road Race in January.

Whilst January is a busy time in all of our lives, the more Rotarians, Friends, and Family that we are able to muster to help will be valuable as our Club continues negotiations to secure Cadel for a Sportspersons Fundraiser Event next year. If you a re a member of a local Probus Club and can possibly engange their members for this event then that would be of enourmous assistance to help our cause as well.

For further event information CLICK HERE

To Register as an event volunteer CLICK HERE

To discuss further please contact either myself on 0418521321 or Peter Bollen on 0408 500 543

Yours in Rotary

Greg Plumridge

General Volunteer Information

The 2016 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race will be held on 30 – 31 January 2016.

The Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race is an elite race on the world cycling calendar.

The Event is comprised of the following elements:

One Day Elite Men’s Road Race (1.HC category) with participation by Pro Tour Teams and Continental Teams);
Elite Women’s Road Race; and
The People’s Ride, a mass participation ride for people of all ages and abilities.

The vision is to create one of the greatest weekends of cycling Australia has ever seen, drawing tens of thousands of people to Geelong and the Surf Coast, to showcase the region.

We are looking forward to seeing the return of our 2015 Volunteer groups as well as new volunteer groups wishing to join the 900 strong workforce involved in delivering the second edition of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race.

The importance of volunteers for the 2016 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race cannot be described as anything less than crucial. Volunteers are the backbone of the event industry and their time and energy is imperative to delivering a successful event.

Welfare of our Volunteers is paramount and as such, all community groups for the event will receive;

$50.00 per shift allowance*
Uniform
Catering**
Recognition & Rewards
Pre-event training and daily briefings (Dates TBA)
Public Liability Insurance

* Shift allowance only available to registered community groups for fundraising

** Shifts 4+hours will receive a lunch pack. Shifts less than 4 hours will receive a snack pack.

Volunteer Positions

Course Marshal

Course Marshals help ensure the safety of the event. They are assigned to designated areas along the race course to help ensure that throughout the CEGORR the course is safe for riders to compete on. As a Course Marshal, it is imperative that the course is kept clear of cars, pedestrians, spectators and any other objects. Course Marshals will be deployed at road closure locations, however they are not permitted nor required to stop traffic, but act more so as a guide and a visual representation at the closure site. (Bring a chair and watch in comfort as the race goes by!)

Date	Shift Start / Finish Times	Required Volunteers	Locations
Saturday 30 January and Sunday 31 January 2016	Various Shift Times	320 (per day)	Sector 1 Start - Barwon Heads Entry Sector 2 Barwon Heads to Torquay Entry Sector 3 Torquay to Scenic road Sector 4 Scenic to Church Sector 5 Church to Finish Sector 6 Start to Barrabool Sector 7 Barrabool - Scenic

Aid Station Marshal

The Aid Station Marshals will assist with the below tasks:

Set-up and pack-down of allocated Aid Stations
Prepare and maintain aid station refreshment levels as required
Maintain the cleanliness of the Aid Station area
Assist riders requiring access to the Aid Station, toilets, medical services and bike mechanic service
Undertake reasonable tasks given by the Team Leader/Event Management.
Communicate with your Team Leader regarding any incidents or injuries as required; and
To cheer on the cyclists!

Date	Shift Start / Finish Times	Required Volunteers	Locations
Saturday 30 January 2016	Various Shift Times	5 5 5	Barwon Heads Moriac Torquay

Skills Required:

Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
Ability to work in a stressful environment and to think clearly
Excellent communication skills
Friendly and approachable demeanor and
Ability to motivate others

Event Information

Workforce Check-in

All Workforce (including clubs/groups) are required to check with the Workforce Staff at the start of each shift. You will be allocated your ‘zone location’ on arrival.

Training / Briefing

Pre Event:

You will receive training material and a Workforce Guide prior to the event.
Induction will take place prior to the event on Sunday 24 January in Geelong where you will be able to meet fellow Volunteers and the Workforce Team.

During Event:

All Workforce will receive specific briefing for the day on arrival to their shift to ensure they are full prepared for their duties.
Event Day information packs containing specific requirements (information and equipment) for course and spectator services volunteers will be issued at Workforce check-in.

How to apply?

Volunteer applications are currently open. Please click here to apply. For further information on the event please visit http://www.cadelevansgreatoceanroadrace.com.au/the-event/volunteers/

As part of the registration process for all volunteers GTR Events requires you to register online through the Volunteer Portal (Rosterfy). Please note if you have already registered and have a log-in from previous Cycling Australia events you will be required to re-register and complete the updated GTR Events registration form. Upon completion of your registration you will be able to view updates and information and apply for future events as they open. It is imperative for each individual of your club/group to complete a registration form. Please ensure you select you are part of a group and confirm your group name on the registration form.

Gordon Milne Golf Day

Gentsomes – Modified 4 Person Team Stableford

With Gentsomes, each team member tees off at each hole.

The captain selects the best tee shot, then each member drops his ball from this point and plays out the hole with his/her own ball. The selected drive is counted as the first shot of each of the team members for that particular hole.

There is one additional requirement. During the course of the round all player's drives must be used on 3 occasions, or as indicated by the organisers.

The method of scoring in Gentsomes is based on the popular Stableford format and prizes will be awarded for:

Team Stableford Score comprising the best 3 scores from each player for each hole
All players are eligible for NTP & Hole-in-One privileges, regardless of Tee shot restrictions.
Players without Official Handicaps will be allocated no more than 18.

2015-16 BBQ Season

2015-16 BBQ & Night Jar Parking Season

The 2015-2016 BBQ Roster is out To view CLICK HERE

Please make sure you check the dates that you are rostered on for, and put them in your Diary/Outlook.

If for any reason yur ou are unable to fulfill your roster commitment

it will be your responsibility to find a replacement person
any swaps should be notified to Graeme McDonald on 0477 773 386

RAWCS Working Trip Update

EXPRESSION of INTEREST REQUIRED

INTERNATIONAL RAWCS PROJECT NUMBER 53 : VOLUNTEER APPEAL

Our club has the possibility of joining an experienced Rotary team leader, Barry Tennent from the Rotary Club of Rockhampton Fitzroy, to work on schools and hospital buildings in Munda and Noro areas, Western Province, Solomon Islands early in 2016.

Barry has done 19 previous RAWCS projects, not just in the Solomons, but in Sri Lanka, PNG and Cambodia.

He has already worked at 15 different schools in this area of the Solomons and has found that most do not have basic drinking water, toilets, electricity or books for a library, so the needs are very real.

Gerard Mc Namara has already put up his hand so we are seeking 3 more volunteers. An electrician and plumber would be wonderful but anyone with DYI experience or other trade skills will be welcome. If we can't find club members, perhaps you know "tradies" who would like to go?

TIMING: Sometime Last week of April or First week of May 2016 for 2 weeks. Weather is much the same all year round.

ACCOMODATION: At a resort (A/C in rooms) where all meals can be bought at the restaurant or can be purchased at local stalls and markets.

ANY FUN? Barry arranges to take teams to see the local sights during their time off.

FUNDING: We are hoping the club will subside some of the travel and accommodation costs but each volunteer will still need to contribute at least $1,500 plus buy their own food.

If you would like to volunteer for this wonderful project, please contact International Director, Gaynor Schols (Phone 0438 364 399)

Combined Meeting with Grovedale 18th Jan

COMBINED MEETING WITH GROVEDALE 18th Jan

Date: Monday 18 January 2016

Time: 6.30 for 7pm start

Venue: Mal & Debbie Slater , 555 Great Ocean Road, Bellbrae

COST : $20 a head Torquay will supply BBQ, salads & sweets

BYO chair, drinks & any special food required

Relay for Life 2016

Posted by Maggie Isom on Aug 16, 2015

Next year Surf Coast Relayers will come together and Relay at a new venue, Spring Creek Reserve, Torquay, and new time, 7pm Friday 18 March - 7pm Saturday 19^th March 2016

In preparation for the event we would encourage all members to register on the Relay for Life website & join our Rotary Team, you can register for just $20 CLICK HERE to register

Another way we as Rotarians can be a “GIFT TO THE WORLD”

Future Meetings & Duty Roster

Posted by Maggie Isom

Weekly Assigned Duties:

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
Date	Chair	GREETING	INVOCATION	Event details
Mon Dec 28 Mon Jan 4	No Meeting
Mon Jan 11	Cosy Corner	Fish & Chips		The Esplanade Torquay
Mon Jan 18	Joint	Joint Meeting with Grovedale Club	Mal & Debbie Slater's	555 Great Ocean Road Bellbrae

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

District 9780 Info

Meet District Governor Jane Cox

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"

- See more at: http://rotary9780.org/SitePage/meet-our-district-governor-2015-2016#sthash.wRzw64td.dpuf

Here are some links where you can find all of the Latest news from District 9780

District 9780 is now on facebook to view the facebook page "Click" the icon
To go to the District 9780 Website Click Here
Get to know your District Governor Jane Cox Click Here
To read District Governor Jane Cox December 2015 District e-Newsletter Click Here

To Read Rotary Down Under Issue 579 December 2015 e-Newsletter Click Here

Dinner Meeting Registration & Apologies

MEETING APOLOGIES - What do I do?

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.