WEEKLY BULLETIN ROTARY THE CLUB COMMITTEE NEWS PR & MEMBERSHIP FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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1 COMMITTEE NEWS PR & MEMBERSHIP FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHAT IS INVOLVED IN BEING A ROTARIAN? What supplementary things other than attending a Rotary dinner meeting will I be involved in if I become a member at Deloraine Rotary? The Rotary Club of Deloraine is involved in a number of projects covering the Five Avenues of Service (Club, Vocational, Community, Youth and International). All members are assigned to one (or more) of these Committees. The club has a project-based structure and members will work on different projects. The Club offers great fellowship, and is involved with promoting high ethical standards in business practice. This is one of the key tenets of Rotarians. It is the job of all Rotarians to follow the Four Way Test and deliver high ethical business standards outside of the club in your employment and whilst out socially. The Rotary Club of Deloraine has one main event for raising funds to help in providing assistance for local community projects, backing State projects as well as International projects. This event is the Tasmanian Craft Fair (TCF). This is held on the long weekend in November and starts on the Friday and finishes on the Monday. It comprises over 250 stall holders, mostly craft stalls and working craft exhibitors but also including speciality plants, gourmet food, micro brewers and local wines as well as at least one major exhibition. It attracts 25,000 people over the 4 days. The fair is held over 13 venues and people attending are bussed around the venues. There are also plenty of fun events for children and entertainment for the whole family. Members are expected to be involved in the setting up of the event and also in working at various times over the weekend. Most members end up being tired, but happy, at the end of the Monday. THE ROTARY CLUB OF DELORAINE INC. Chartered 5 th March, 1957 Assembly: Bush Inn Hotel ~~ Tuesday 6.15 for 6.30p.m. (Postal Address: P.O. Box 85, Deloraine Tas 7304) WEEKLY BULLETIN BOARD OF DIRECTORS President... Michael Horne Immediate Past President... Isabelle Vescovo President Elect & Club Service.. Rob van der Elst Secretary... Roy Axelsen Treasurer... Bev Ritchie Vocational Service... Peter Griffin Youth Service... Ann Axelsen Community Service... Cindy Watkins International Service... Lesley Dare Membership & PR... Tim Biggs Tasmanian Craft Fair... Maree Matanle

2 THIS WEEK NEXT MEETING Chairman: Mike Yard Peter Griffin Reserve Chairman : Peter Griffin Lesley Dare Toast: Rob van der Elst John Tabor Sergeant: Gayle Plunkett Michael Bennett Corporal: Ros Albiston Tim Biggs Heads & Tails: Bill Muldoon Mike Yard Meet & Greet: Michael Plunkett Chris Riley President s Table: Lois Beckwith Tim Biggs Bev Ritchie Gayle Plunkett Attendance: Ros Albiston Ros Albiston Programme: February Tuesday 17 th Tuesday 24 th March Tuesday 3 rd ROTARY CLUB OF DELORAINE INC. VOLUME 59 NO th FEBRUARY 2015 Christina Henri Rotary Exchange visitors (Partners Night) Meeting to be held at Rotary Pavilion Tassie Tractor Trekkers Rotary Park (See details later in the Bulletin) Bulletin Information Information for Weekly Bulletins is sought from ALL Rotarians. Information should be given to one of the Committee Members (PPs Tim Biggs or Peter Talbot), or ed to PP Ann Axelsen on aaxelsen@tassie.net.au Information should be submitted by Sunday. APOLOGIES Rotarians are reminded that they are automatically booked in for a meal each week. If you are unable to attend, or are bringing guests, apologies etc. should be advised to: PP Ann Axelsen by noon each Tuesday. Phone or COMMITTEE NEWS PR & MEMBERSHIP FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS MEETINGS: What happens if I cannot attend my Rotary Club s meetings? As a Rotarian, you can attend any other Rotary Club anywhere in the world. There are 47 other Rotary Clubs in District 9830 (Tasmania) and many more throughout Australia. The best way to locate a Rotary Club to visit, particularly if you are away on business is to check the Rotary Website and this will list all clubs in an area. COMMUNICATION IN ROTARY: Is there a Regular Newsletter to Members? Our Rotary Club weekly Bulletin is distributed via to members and Friends of Rotary. If you are not on it is important for you to let people know, so we ensure we have a printed copy for you each week. The newsletter keeps you up to date on the happenings at the club. How Do I Know who is Speaking at Rotary? We list in the calendar section of our weekly newsletter who is speaking in future weeks. We also publish upcoming club events and fundraisers. You are welcome to bring guests along to the meeting on the days where we have a guest speaker that would interest them. Remember - if you are not on , we can arrange a printed version for you. We also place the upcoming guest speakers list on our website. Are there any other Tasmanian Rotary publications? The 9830 District Governor s E-News is ed weekly to all members. The District Governor also publishes a monthly newsletter to share with us what is happening around Tasmania in Rotary. It is a great opportunity for us to keep abreast of what other clubs are up to.

COMMUNITY NEWS MICHAEL S MEMO Our condolences to Bev Ritchie and her family on the recent passing of Bev s mother.

00 Children under 8 free Beer - wine mixers - soft drinks Live music & children s entertainment Noon till 5.

00pm George Town Airport, Soldiers Settlement Road Entry - Adults $2.00 or Family $5.

Thank you to those who nominated for this position, and congratulations Tim! Agreed on the honorariums for the positions of TCF Director and Secretary for 2015.

3 COMMUNITY NEWS MICHAEL S MEMO Our condolences to Bev Ritchie and her family on the recent passing of Bev s mother. The Rotary Club of Spring Bay GOOD FRIDAY FISHFEST (Friday 3 rd April) Okehampton shearing Shed Triabunna Fish & Chips $12.00 Seafood Buffet $20.00 Children under 8 free Beer - wine mixers - soft drinks Live music & children s entertainment Noon till 5.30pm STRICTLY NO CAMPING All proceeds to assist Cancer Support Groups & local Rotary projects Rotary Club of George Town Wings & Things Family Fun Day 22 nd February am to 3.00pm George Town Airport, Soldiers Settlement Road Entry - Adults $2.00 or Family $5.00 Some notes from the Board meeting last Tuesday night Accepted the recommendation from the Craft Fair Directorate that Tim Biggs be appointed as incoming Director of the TCF for 2016 and Thank you to those who nominated for this position, and congratulations Tim! Agreed on the honorariums for the positions of TCF Director and Secretary for Accepted the resignations of Peter Willis and Gayle Gerard. Our sincere thanks to both members for all the time and effort you have put into Rotary over the years. We wish you all the best for the future. Discussed the request from Peter Talbot to consider changing the venue for our dinner meetings. There will be open discussion on this idea over the coming months. Accepted the request from Annette Viney, that the Club subsidise the attendance fees for Deloraine Rotarians who make a substantial voluntary contribution towards the running of the District Conference in Deloraine in April Approved the nomination for a second Paul Harris Fellow for this year. Other decisions from the Board meeting will be advised by the Directors at our dinner meetings, or in the Club Bulletin, over the next few weeks. A big thank you to Past President David Elmer for bringing Richard Samwell along to speak at our last dinner - 50 years after he arrived in Deloraine as a Rotary Exchange Student from England. It was great to hear Richard s story of his subsequent life in Australia. We also welcomed Past President and Past District Governor Graeme Davis and his wife Bev to our meeting. David, Graeme and Bev are all Paul Harris Fellows. We have received a substantial contribution into Club funds from the 2014 Craft Fair. Congratulations again to TCF Director Maree and to everyone who contributed to this very successful event. Lighting up Rotary in Deloraine in 2015

Birthdays: Rotary International Induction Anniversary: Rtn John Robertson MEETING OF 3 RD MARCH TASSIE TRACTOR TREKKERS On Tuesday 3 rd March our meeting will be held at Rotary Park where we will be

00 per person but you will need to BYO Drinks and Chairs.

GIVING TO THE FOUNDATION Last year $94,002 was contributed to The Rotary Foundation and yet we were involved in District and global grants worth $315,438.

4 Birthdays: Rotary International Induction Anniversary: Rtn John Robertson MEETING OF 3 RD MARCH TASSIE TRACTOR TREKKERS On Tuesday 3 rd March our meeting will be held at Rotary Park where we will be hosting Tractor Trekkers. This evening will be at the usual time (6.15 for 6.30pm) and a BBQ will be supplied. Cost for the evening is $10.00 per person but you will need to BYO Drinks and Chairs. Partners, family and friends are invited to attend this evening, but please let PP Ann know numbers (by Friday 27 th February) FAMILY OF ROTARY 23 rd February 18 th February DISTRICT NEWS ANNUAL GIVING TO THE FOUNDATION Last year $94,002 was contributed to The Rotary Foundation and yet we were involved in District and global grants worth $315,438. That is the value of contributing to the Annual Programs Fund of our own charitable foundation. DG Ken is encouraging clubs to present their contribution, or make a pledge, for Annual Giving at the 2015 One Care District Conference. There will be regular updates throughout the Conference on the number of clubs who have contributed, or pledged, and the amount raised. There will be no identification of club names or the amounts contributed, or pledged, by individual clubs. Please consider what your club wishes to contribute in and ensure that you or a representative is at the Conference to hand over club s contribution or pledge. District Foundation Director James Wilcox will be available at the Rotary Foundation stand during all breaks to receive your club contribution or pledge. Condolences: To Treasurer Bev and your family, we offer you our condolences and sympathy on the recent death of your mother Doreen. THE FOUR WAY TEST The March Inner Wheel meeting will be held on Wednesday 25 th March, at Shearwater. Please also note forthcoming meetings and events: 22 nd April meeting at British Hotel, guest speaker will be Kevin Eggins. 1 st May is Coin for a Cord day Meeting time is 6.00 for 6.30p.m. INNER WHEEL MARCH INFORMATIN First Is it the TRUTH? Second Is it FAIR to all concerned? Third Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Fourth Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

5 From DG Ken: I attended "Have a Heart for Interplast" Dinner last night at the Hope and Anchor Tavern, Hobart. It was a sellout and a great night had by all. Over dinner we got to hear several speakers talk about the life-changing work that the reconstructive medical teams undertake, and seeing the transformation of those receiving treatment from life-destroying disfigurement and disability is nothing short of amazing. Following the dinner an auction of donated Tasmanian wines was conducted in a way that was fun and extracted the maximum contribution from the bidders. Profits totalled around $3,000 for the night to go towards this very worthy cause. A big thank-you to District Interplast Chair Karen Badcock for single-handedly organising this event. It's not often that a person gets to have a free ride in a helicopter while throwing teddy bears out the window (to test wind direction and strength), but yours truly got to do just that today...and what a buzz it was. Despite the stiff breeze, all bears bar two landed in the target area after being released from the net slung under the helicopter! The Annual Kite Festival and Teddy Bear Fly-in is organised by the Rotary Club of Devonport and assisted by RC Devonport South East and it's clearly a fun day out for all the family. Congratulations to all Rotarians involved in such a well managed event and I'm sorry you didn't get to see if a DG would bounce when dropped from a great height! At the October 2014 meeting, the RI Board modified the Rotary International calendar of special observances to highlight the Areas of Focus. The new calendar is updated below. DISTRICT NEWS January Vocational Service July - February Peace and Conflict Prevention/ Resolution August Membership & Extension March Water and Sanitation September Basic Education & Literacy April Maternal and Child Health October Economic & Community Development May Youth Service November The Rotary Foundation June Rotary Fellowships December Disease Prevention & Treatment Western Tiers Cycle Challenge A reminder that the New Horizons Cycle Challenge will be held on Sunday 22 nd March (please note that this is the same weekend as District Conference and locally Stringfest!!). We have once again indicated that we will assist and Community Service Director Cindy will be co-ordinating. We need at least 8 volunteers for this event. The duties if you are unaware involve a person or 2 traveling around the course in your region prior to the event putting up arrows & safety signs, the other people required are safety marshals in certain locations deemed to be possible danger points for riders. (major intersections) We also have a drink station in each area which is manned. To enable Director Cindy to ensure that all is in readiness for this event, can you please confirm with her your committed assistance ASAP!! Working With Vulnerable Children A reminder to all Rotarians that you will need to apply for this. Information and application form can be found on the Department of Justice website. Please make this a matter of priority, as it should be in place by time MUNA is held (16 th & 17 th May). If you need assistance to fill out this form, please see Youth Service Director Ann. If you have completed the application and received your card, can you please advise Secretary Roy of your Registration No and Expiry Date. RYLA COMMUNITY SERVICE YOUTH SERVICE RYLA is fast approaching and the Youth Service Committee are seeking names of possible attendees. If you know someone between the ages of 18 and 30 who should be considered, please give Youth Service Director Ann (or any Committee Member) their name(s).

INTERNATIONAL SERVICE Friendship Exchange: Next week the Friendship Exchange arrives and will be billeted by some of our members, they will attend our meeting and be our guest speakers at our meeting

6 INTERNATIONAL SERVICE Friendship Exchange: Next week the Friendship Exchange arrives and will be billeted by some of our members, they will attend our meeting and be our guest speakers at our meeting on Tuesday. Meeting Details for 24 th February This meeting will be held at Rotary Pavilion and it will be a Partners Night. All Rotarians will be booked in as a double unless they advise PP Ann differently by Friday 20 th February. It will be the usual cost. There will be some wine (and soft drink) provided, but if you want anything else you will need to BYO ANZAC DAY COMMEMMORATION Information was included in last weeks Bulletin with regards to plans that are being put in place for this years Anzac Commemorations. PP Annette is our representative on the Committee and is seeking your assistance. Please check to see if you are available to help, and when PP Annette returns and calls for volunteers you will be ready to put your hand up!! They are asking Rotary to be involved by manning the tea and coffee breakfast and lunch, and the soup at lunchtime. I will be looking for volunteers of at least 2 for breakfast and up to 4 for lunchtime. Rotary District 9830 OneCare Conference 20 th - 22 nd March, 2015 Burnie Arts & Function Centre FEBRUARY Tuesday 17 th Tuesday 24 th MARCH Tuesday 3 rd Tuesday 10 th Christina Henri Rotary Exchange Visitors (Partners Night) at Rotary Pavilion BBQ at Rotary Park Hosting Tassie Tractor Trekkers BBQ Supplied $10.00 per person (partners & guests invited) BYO Drinks, Chairs Club Assembly Directors Reports / Thumbnail Sketch Board Meeting Wednesday 11 th Theatre Evening Evita Tuesday 17 th Robert Crews Economical Renewal Action Group (ERAG) Friday 20 th to Sunday 22 nd No Limits 2015 District Conference, Burnie Arts & Function Centre Tuesday 24 th Lily Walker Youth Exchangee (Belgium) (TBC) Tuesday 31 st Presentation Dinner Partners Night APRIL Tuesday 7 th Tuesday 14 th MAY Tuesday 12 th Local Palliative Care Club Assembly Directors Reports / Thumbnail Sketch Board Meeting Club Assembly Rotary Pavilion (Long term plan) Board Meeting Saturday 16 th & Sunday 17 th MUNA (Rtns will need to update Working with Children information) Tuesday 26 th No Meeting.... Transferred to Wednesday 27 th Wednesday 27 th Meeting transferred from Tuesday 26 th Combined Meeting with Inner Wheel Club at Rotary Pavilion JUNE Tuesday 9 th JULY Friday 3 rd WHA TS HAPPENING and WHEN?? (Please note details are subject to change) Club Assembly Final Director Reports Combined Board Meeting Club Changeover (TBC) TCF The next TCF Meeting will be held on Wednesday 18 th February 7.00p.m. at Rotary Pavilion

Assembly: Bush Inn Hotel~~ Tuesday 6.15 for 6.30p.m. (Postal Address & Phone Number: P.O. Box 85, Deloraine 7304 / ) WEEKLY BULLETIN

The Rotary Club of Deloraine Inc. Chartered 5 th March, 1957 Assembly: Bush Inn Hotel~~ Tuesday 6.15 for 6.30p.m. (Postal Address & Phone Number: P.O. Box 85, Deloraine 7304 / 6362 2325) WEEKLY BULLETIN