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The September 2015
issue of the
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Please submit material to the Editor
no later than
Friday
18 September
2015.
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August 2015
The Rotary Year is rapidly moving on !
It is very heartening to see clubs undertaking so many effective programs, projects and activities. So many of our projects have a positive impact on the public image of Rotary and that all helps in the big picture. Community engagement is a necessary consequence of effective community activity and when properly leveraged will assist in membership development.
Internal engagement of our membership is also vital and part of this is to enable our members to better understand the depth and breadth of Rotary programs. It is for this reason that District has planned the Avenues of Service Seminar Series. The program was kicked off with a most successful Membership Seminar and in the following months there will be seminars covering Youth, Community, Vocational and International Service. Please make an effort to attend these.
Additionally, I am pleased to advise that a new series of Rotary Leadership [or learning] Institute [RLI] will be on offer before Christmas. Details should be released shortly. Further offerings in specialist areas such as social media and public speaking are being planned.
As Alison and I move around the District it is fantastic to see so much effort being put into projects that will "Be a Gift to the World".
Please continue to enjoy your Rotary experience.
David Tolstrup
District Governor 2015-2016
Rotary District 9810, Australia
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National Rotary Success Conference and Youth Summit
Over the last two years Rotarians have been asking when we were we going to have another National Rotary Success Conference. It is going to happen this September! I would urge you to register now for what I am sure will be a great conference.
I would like to invite all Rotarians to the 2015 Rotary Success Conference and Youth Summit which will be held at the Hellenic Club, Canberra on 5- 6 September 2015. This conference is an affordable conference as the price of $120 per person covers, morning teas, lunch, afternoon tea and the Saturday night dinner. It will commence at 8.30am on the Saturday morning and conclude at 12.30pm on the Sunday.
All attendees will be able to have input into the conference breakout sessions over the weekend. It will be a conference that everyone will get something out of.
Who should be attending? All Rotary Leaders, Presidents and Presidents Elect, PR Chairs, Membership Chairs and Future Rotary Leaders and Rotarians who want to be involved in the continuing success of Rotary in Australia. At this conference you will be able to participate in breakout sessions on various topics such as Membership Retention, Membership Recruitment and Extension, Diversity in Rotary, Flexibility and Innovative Clubs in the Future, Leadership, Public Image and Media, and more. As well, people will find out what has been successful for some clubs in growing and getting stronger. Social media will also be explored with Rotary Public Image Coordinator Wendy Gaborit leading the discussion. Wendy has a great grasp on social media and how it can work for clubs and getting engaged with the local community.
There will be presentations about a number of new innovative ideas on a wide range of topics, all practical ideas that you can use in your club.
The program will consist of mainly breakout groups enabling everyone to be able to participate and interact over the weekend in a practical, worthwhile and meaningful way.
Coupled with the Rotary Success Conference this year will be a Youth Summit for people under 40 years of age. The Youth Summit will be an opportunity for people to put forward ideas and practical thoughts on how Rotary clubs can interact with younger people ... how and why Rotary clubs need to become more involved with Rotaract and Interact.
This Conference will be focussing on the future. We are positive that every Rotarian will gain practical knowledge and new ideas to take back to their Clubs and Districts from this Conference. You will meet Rotarians from across Australia and be able to share with them your ideas and hear their ideas; it will be a great experience for everyone.
Register now at: http://www.rotaryd9710.org.au/success-conference.html |
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Nepal Earthquake Appeal
Sha Rijal is a member of the Rotary Club of Clayton. Recently her country Nepal was struck by a massive 7.9 earthquake wrenching a terrible loss of life and leaving millions of survivors without proper shelter, food and water. Unfortunately, the relief efforts have been slow in the wake of this disaster. The situation gets worse as we move away from the capital, Kathmandu, to the villages and remote areas.
For more information and have the oppertunity to support this appeal please click here
Money raised and sent as of the 17th August was $12,100
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Special Annoucment
Probus South Pacific Limited (PSPL) are pleased to be offering Rotarians in Australia and New Zealand access to the Probus Travel Insurance and perhaps the below Special Announcement may be a newsworthy inclusion in your district newsletter and also on the district website for the information and interest of your fellow Rotarians.
PSPL thanks you for your continued support of Probus.
Should you wish to proceed please print and attach your quote to your completed application form and email, post or fax your application to us.
Visit the Probus website for a quote today:
http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/travel_insurance_apply
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2015 Congo Canoe Challenge
Support a team of Australian volunteers, including two Rotarians and two doctors, who are making a 600 km river journey in August 2015. The team is focused on providing medical training to a remote community of 6000 people, accessible only by canoe.
We will navigate three mighty rivers in a motorized dugout canoe towork side by side with Congolese community leaders on projects we've helped build since 2005.
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The Challenge to Lead
Based on the extensively researched and internationally acclaimed material written by Kouzes and Posner, whose book has sold over 2 million copies, this all-new program casts their enduring work on "The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership®" in the context of today's world. With best-in- class published materials and a tried and tested experiential learning process, including a pre- and post-program 360-degree online assessment, participants will learn how to:
- Model the Way
- Inspire
- Challenge
- Enable
- Encourage
The Challenge to Lead programs provide an eminently practical, experiential and exhilarating model of leadership development that has proven effectiveness in liberating the leadership potential in any person, at any level, in any organisation. By attending, participants find a wealth of resources that help them discover where they want their leadership journey to take them and the tools for developing the skills they need to reach their destination.
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Joint Family Day between Rotary and Monash Childrens Hospital
On November 22nd 2015 a joint family fun day will be held between Rotary and the Monash Children's. It is hoped that this will be an annual events.
The event will be held at Jells Park Glen Waverley between 10AM and 4PM.
To be a success we would like your help please.
The day will have children's races plus stalls. What we need from you is:
· Man power to help marshal and other duties
· Clubs to provide stalls for either food or activities i.e. face painting etc (clubs can use this as a fundraiser in itself as the agreement is half of the net profit to Rotary and half to Monash Children's)
· And sponsorship of the differing events i.e. cover the cost of the participant ribbons / certificates.
This promises to be a big day and hopefully a signature event for our district. From the publicity and presence there is the prospect of new members.
If you are able to support this wonderful event, please contact Claire Button on claireb@bigpond.net.au
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Building Safe Communities for Women
The Australian Government is inviting applications for projects under the Building Safe Communities for Women funding round which is open to local community groups, not-for-profit organisations and local governments.
The grants are designed to support communities to develop and implement practical solutions to reduce violence against women and their children in their own community; to help prevent this violence into the future; and to make a positive difference for women and their children who are victims of domestic violence. Building Safe Communities for Women and their Children grants can also be used to better understand the prevalence and impact of domestic violence in the community.
Applications close at 2pm AEST on 27 August 2015.
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The Rotary Foundation Cadre of Technical Coordinators
The Rotary Foundation is currently looking to expand its Cadre of volunteer advisers to evaluate Foundation projects.
Representing all Rotary districts and a wide spectrum of professional expertise, the cadre is a diverse group of volunteer Rotarians who monitor and evaluate Foundation grant projects all over the world by conducting paper reviews and traveling to project sites to evaluate technical feasibility and compliance with The Rotary Foundation's missions and objectives.
The cadre is currently recruiting volunteers in the following areas.
- Maternal and child health professionals (such as nurses and obstetricians) in Africa and Asia
- Water and sanitation professionals (such as civil and mechanical engineers) in Africa and Asia
- Spanish-speaking auditors in North and Central America
- Rotarians living in Africa, in all areas of focus
- Rotarians with expertise in monitoring and evaluation, sustainability, and community needs assessments
If you know of any Rotarians in your district who would make great cadre members, I encourage you to forward them the attached cadre registration instructions.
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Rotary Radio Article
Have you considered using radio to promote your Rotary event?
Click here to see what Community Radio Stations are available in District 9810.
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Changes in Seminar Schedules
Following various meetings, I wish to confirm and document changes to the schedule of District Seminars:
Community Service and Vocational Service have swapped dates, therefore:
- October 9th is now Community Service
- November 6th is now Vocational Service
- International Service will now be on Sunday October 25th in lieu of Friday 23rd
Please also remember that the Foundation Seminar is this coming Friday Night (21st August) at the Waverley Community Centre.
David Tolstrup [Alison]
District Governor 2015-16
Rotary District 9810
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2015 RAWCS Southern Region Information and Training Weekend
1.30 pm Saturday 29th to 1.30 pm Sunday 30th August 2015
Latrobe Valley Convention Centre in Traralgon
(Monash Freeway, approx. 4km west of Traralgon)
Who Should Attend?
All Rotarians are invited to attend but it is of particularly relevance to Club Presidents, Club International and RAWCS Chairs as the program covers sourcing, planning, and financing an International project.
For catering and planning, please register no later than Monday 24th August 2015
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District 9810 Information Directory
Rotary Club of Clayton
The Rotary Club of Clayton for at least the next six months will now be meeting at the Clayton RSL, 163 Carinish Road, Clayton. As we might be having our meeting in a different location sometimes, please contact Ralph Zuccaro on 0408 991 741 before you attend. We are still meeting on the Monday for Dinner with the time being 6:00 for 6:30 pm start. |
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Australian Rotary Health
Monday 5th October 2015
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District 9810 Conference
Hear leading industry experts on how Rotary is achieving real world outcomes locally and globally.
Registration coming soon! For any enquiries please visit our contact page.
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30th Annual Ride to Conference
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Fri 21 August 7:15 for 7:30 pm
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Rotary District 9810
Foundation Seminar
Mt Waverley Youth Centre,
45 Miller Cresent, Mt Waverley
(Melway Ref: 70 E1)
Objective - To promote The Rotary Foundation (TRF) in a different format than the past.
Outcome - To expand your knowledge of the Foundation Programs.
Who needs to attend:- Club President, Club President Elect, Rotary Foundation Chair, New members (actually everyone would benefit).
Full Details click here
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Sun 30 August 2:00 to 4:30 pm
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The Rotary Club of Cheltenham
presents
Fundraiser for END POLIO NOW
St Augustine's Church Hall
90 - 92 Como Parade West, Mentone
Rotarians and Partners $45 pp
Other visitors attending $45 pp
Bookings are essential by 20th August and can be made by completing this Booking Form
Any queries contact Marilyn Murie on 9589 4135
or Colleen Rooth on 0428 832 061
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Mon 31 August 10:30 am for 12:00 pm
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Rotary Club of Huntingdale Charity Golf Day
All proceeds from this golf day go towards Rotary local and international community support projects.
Huntingdale Golf Club,
Windsor Avenue, South Oakleigh
Cost: Only $125, Registration via Golf Link (Male & Female Handicap and Social Competitions
Time: Shotgun start at 12 Noon (Registration from 10:30 am)
Includes: Pre-game BBQ lunch, complimentary driving range balls, post-game complimentary drinks and finger food.
Registration via GOLF Link at;
http://www.golflink.com.au/play-golf/open-days/vic/
Full Details click here
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Thu 3 September 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
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The Rotary Clubs of Springvale & Noble Park
present a fundraising night at Sandown Greyhounds for the
DOLLY PARTON IMAGINATION LIBRARY IN NOBLE PARK
Sandown Racecourse,
591-659 Princes Highway, Springvale
Cost: $45 per head
4 course buffet dinner and drinks at bar prices
For bookings or details please contact: Graeme on 0418 386 111 or Brian on 0407 247 804
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Sat 5 September 1:45 for 2:00 pm
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All proceeds will go towards the Nepal Earthquake Appeal
1 Brian Court, Dingley Village.
Cost: $15 per head
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Wed 30 September 7:00 for 7:15 am
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Rotary Club of Box Hill Central
Box Hill Golf Club
202 Station Street, Box Hill
(Melways 61D3)
All are welcome (not just Rotarians)
Wear Your Club colours and join in the fun
Only $50 (inc. cereal and cooked breakfast)
Bookings Essential
Make your booking by credit card through the Try Bookings website:
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Sun 8 November 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Rotary Club of Templestowe
Finn's Reserve
Templestowe Road, Templestowe
Craft, Food and Community Information stalls,
Children's Rides, Animal Farm,
Camel & Pony Rides, Entertainment
For further information contact: Keith Anderson on 0412 558 066 or
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I was happy to receive all those positive comments and feedback after the July edition of Highlights.
Thank you to all those Rotary Clubs and Members who are passing on articles, functions and information to me. Please keep everything flowing and I will try my best to ensure it is all included for the rest of the district to see.
Michael Ellinger
Rotary Club of Clayton
Editor: Highlights of D9810
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