bulletin Iss Feb. 2013, Meeting Mar. 2013, Meeting 2387 Fortnightly

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1 Rotary Club of Adelaide West bulletin Iss Feb. 2013, Meeting Mar. 2013, Meeting 2387 Fortnightly WINNER of District 9500 Bulletin Award! Bookshop going great! My parents think the Arthritis SA / Adelaide West Rotary Bookshop is out of this world and the books taste great! What s next? 1 Tues, 26 February Thurs, 7 March 14 March Welcoming David Sabine Catherine Logue No meeting Cash Rosemary Edgley Heather Sloan Sergeant Tom Appleby Tom Appleby Upcoming program Joint meeting with Adelaide West, Adelaide South and Adelaide East at the Public Schools Club. March Final discussion before Conference.

2 What s coming up? Meeting 2386, Tuesday, 26 February Due to the Clipsal 500 members should be aware of changed meeting days. Joint Meeting with Adelaide West, Adelaide South and Adelaide East at the Public Schools Club Since its inception in 1978, the annual South Australia Police Officer of the Year Award has sought to highlight the service provided to our community by the South Australia Police and recognises outstanding acts of courtesy, courage, kindness, understanding, compassion and devotion to duty by any member of the SA Police Department. Each year's winner is chosen by the Rotary Club of Unley from nominations received from individuals and groups in the community. This prestigious award is presented at a public ceremony held in Rundle Mall, Adelaide, usually in May. Stephen Westgarth Meeting 2387, Thursday, 7 March Final discussion before Conference 14 March 2 No meeting as members are attending the District Conference in Bendigo.

3 What s been happening? Meeting 2384, 14 February Speaker: DGN John Campbell Topic: Membership Review John Madigan DGN John spoke with enthusiasm about membership and his lasting impressions of a presentation he attended given by Rotary International Director Stuart Heal on Changing Rotary. He said clubs must be able to make change and take notice of our environment, and questioned what we can do to improve and adapt to these situations. We must look around and see what others are doing for example the new website (produced by Bill Marles ) indicates we must change. DGN John Campbell Rotary must look forward, be more involved, plan and encourage young people, be bolder and more vibrant in outlook and now the emphasis is less on attendance but on new ideas and expansion. John gave us a new look at Rotary and the need for change. His presentation was enthusiastically received. 3 A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove that you don t need it. Bob Hope I stopped believing in Santa Clause when my mother took me to him in a department store, and he asked me for my autograph. Shirley Temple

4 Meeting 2385, 21 February Speaker: Rebecca Wessels, Project Manager, Australian Refugee Association & Youth Jet Review Henry Pecanek Mission Statement: To provide refugees arrived in Australia with social, educational and emergency help support, so as to integrate more easily. Objectives: To provide youth tutoring one on one To provide social support Including in home English tutoring plus basic skills such as grocery shopping To provide help desk / emergency support. Project Manager Ms Rebecca Wessels provided Rotarians with an empathetic presentation bringing reality to the situation faced by refugees. Particularly interesting was that many refugees did not want to be perceived as sad stories. A DVD created by youth clients conveyed humour as well as the challenges. Stories from refugees from Bhutan, Congo and South Sudan for example conveyed culture shock as to how lifts transformed people just by going in and then out after the doors reopened; a question as to how 5 plus 5 =11?; and just bring a plate was not meant literally! ARA comprised 30 staff but also 300 volunteers in South Australia. Clients number about 150 youths alone, with about twice as many adults. Members from Adelaide West can help in a number of ways. Even items of furniture, clothes, education support and help finding employment are ways to help. Partnerships in projects are also am option. Whilst the funding is for refugees ARA tries to help asylum seekers also but not within detention centres. This has become more relevant since government changes since August All members showed Rebecca their great appreciation. Television - is a medium. So called because it is neither rare or well done. Ernie Kovacs 4

5 The Arthritis Foundation is seeking Volunteers Do you enjoy helping others? Arthritis SA is looking for people to provide assistance in the following areas: Office volunteers - mail room (stuffing & sorting envelopes), data entry Fundraising assistance at the ABC Gardeners Market Badge day collectors Hours: various At least two hours per week on a regular basis Arthritis SA 118 Richmond Road Marleston Contact Please contact Sharon Jones, Volunteer Coordinator at Arthritis SA for more details on or info@arthritissa.org.au District News Dispatches 5 16 February Click on the link below to view the District Dispatch and download attachments: SitePage.aspx?accountid=50056&pid=86396 Urgent Request from RAWCS Joint District 9500/9520 Peace Forum and Dinner Adelaide Harmony Choir Anzac Day Concert Pin it for Polio Centurion Program From the Rotary Foundation Future Events and Mobile Billboard Bookings 23 February Click on the link below to view the District Dispatch and download attachments: SitePage.aspx?accountid=50056&pid=86577 Centurion Program G day from Sydney from Bob Aitken Urgent Help Wanted Fundraiser in Jeopardy Pin it for Polio Visit from a 1967 Rotary Exchange Student From RAWCS need a guest speaker? Want to work with Bunnings? District Directory Update Future Events and Mobile Billboard Bookings

6 14 17 March 2013 District 9500 Bendigo Our club has arranged a display of Rotary Down Under Merchandise which will be located in the Rotary World Display and we will be responsible for selling the various items. A commission on sales is payable to our club. It would be appreciated if our members could be involved and assist us with the stall however we do not expect you to attend the shop when the plenary sessions are being conducted. If there are members or partners not attending these sessions you would be very welcome to be involved with the RDU shop as every sale is money for our club. The items for sale are all priced and bankcard is available. Operating instructions will be provided. A roster will be prepared requesting assistance from various members from 30 minutes to one hour and John will contacted you individually. Those members who still wish to Register for the Conference are able to do so by contacting President Elect Bill. One of the features of our Bendigo Conference will be The Rotary World where there will be 20 exhibitors all advertising various areas of Rotary and a must see for our club. 6

7 RoTARY WORLD DISPLAYS Educated Smiles Project Rotary Clubs of Gawler Light & Bali Sanur working together A sponsorship program designed to provide disadvantaged children in the Balinese village of Bontihing an opportunity for primary school education and a chance to a better life. For just $ per annum per child you can help too. All funds go directly to the project and donations are tax deductible. Jacqui Slater esp@gawlerlightrotary.org.au Rotary Clubs of Gawler Light & Bali Sanur working together Bricks for Bontihing Project The school library in the Balinese village of Bontihing burned down in 2007 and the village has no means to replace it. Together we are working towards re-establishing this vital educational resource through a Global Grant and the selling of virtual 'bricks' for $100 each. Rob Eley esp@gawlerlightrotary.org.au International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians (IFMR) In 1991, Loxton Rotary Club started the IFMR. Today, there are over 20 chapters worldwide, with 150 members in Australia called Rotacyclists. They arrange meet-and-greet rides World Rotary Convention sees IFMR members around the world coming to Australia. Ian Chase & Claus Weber info@ifmraustralia.com.au Toy Boys of Woodville 2012 saw the Toy Boys celebrate 20 magnificent years! The team meets every Wednesday to make solid wooden toys to assist underpriviledged families in the local community. These are distributed on the last Wednesday in November each year to 10 local charitable organisations. Col Williams (08) williams1@adam.com.au Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) RAWCS volunteer project teams carry out humanitarian work worldwide:- short term exercises, with predetermined and agreed goals to ensure sustainability. Projects target areas such as poverty, neglect, hunger, water shortages and contamination, poor housing, inadequate medical attention and supplies, diseases, discrimination, poor reading / comprehension skills. info@rawcs.com.au Roberta Waterman David Cockshell Marilyn Shaw Rotary International D9500 Page Conference PROGRAMME

8 RoTARY WORLD DISPLAYS An innovative Australian-based humanitarian aid package providing families with a new start following a disaster. Aid is unique in that it rebuilds communities by providing expertise in the delivery of sustainable clean water, solar lighting and shelter. Donations are tax deductible. Jenni Heenan (CEO) Jenni@DisasterAidAustralia.org.au Australian Rotary Health - Mental Health Focus ARH funds mental health research. Mental illness will affect 25% of the adult population and 10-15% of young people in any one year. Despite the significant impact of mental illness on our society, our research into mental health remains drastically under-funded. Your Rotary Club can help by raising funds in October of each year through the ARH Hat Day! PDG Colin Thorn ColinThorn39@Bigpond.com or Director Dick Wilson DickAndLizWilson@Internode.on.net Interact members are aged between yrs and based in schools. Interact Clubs enable students to develop leadership skills and personal integrity while helping others. Interact benefits its young members, the sponsoring Rotary club and the community that the Interactors serve. Steve McLachlan avagess@iprimus.com.au Rotary Youth Driver Awareness programme A one day out of school program delivering practical road safety information targeting attitude and awareness of young drivers and their passengers. RYDA targets year old students and includes six interactive sessions delivered to small student groups covering topics such as: hazard perception distraction management vehicle safety stopping distance fatigue experiences of a crash survivor Jan / Craig Rogasch roges81@bigpond.net.au Rotary Youth Exchange A year of study overseas as an Exchange Student gives opportunities to develop personal self confidence and maturity, a lifetime of international friendships, a real understanding of many different cultures, new language skills and a base for future education and career goals. Chair : David Johnston david.johnston@internode.on.net Rotary International D Conference Page PROGRAMME 33

9 RoTARY WORLD DISPLAYS Welcome to Bendigo! Our local Bendigo Ambassadors are here to help you plan your memorable visit to Bendigo. Visit them during registrations at The Bendigo Visitor Centre Information Stand in Rotary World, or drop into Australia s grandest visitor centre to start your Bendigo experiences. Bendigo Visitor Centre - open 9am to 5pm - 7 Days Pall Mall, Bendigo (former historic Post Office) Bendigo Visitor Centre (03) Freecall Tourism@Bendigo.vic.gov.au Australian Rotary Health - Mental Health Focus ARH funds mental health research. Mental illness will affect 25% of the adult population and 10-15% of young people in any one year. Despite the significant impact of mental illness on our society, our research into mental health remains drastically under-funded. Your Rotary Club can help by raising funds in October of each year through the ARH Hat Day! PDG Colin Thorn ColinThorn39@Bigpond.com or Director Dick Wilson DickAndLizWilson@Internode.on.net National Youth Science Forum The NYSF allows Students in Year 11 a chance to test drive potential careers in science. Participants will undertake actual experiments in Laboratories and visit a range of industry and research facilities. Chair : Paul Bahr paul.bahr@police.sa.gov.au The Science & Engineering Challenge An outreach program conducted by the University of Newcastle, inspires students to study science and engineering at a senior level. The Challenge takes students out of the classroom and gives them a day of fun, teamwork and discovery. The Rotary Club of Adelaide each year manages the SA tour leg. Around 100 volunteers and 2,000 students compete in venues around SA. Ollie Clark ollie.clark@optusnet.com.au A 3 Day hands-on science, engineering and technology program for Year 9/10 students. Workshops & activities cover a wide range of fields, including robotics, engineering, medical science, forensic science, environmental science, animal diversity and chemistry. Participation is invited from students throughout South Australia. David Adamson dbadamson@bigpond.com Rotary International D9500 Page Conference PROGRAMME

10 RoTARY WORLD DISPLAYS Rotary Down Under SHOP Throughout the conference, please drop into the RDU Shop manned by the team at Rotary Adelaide West to browse the range of clothing, collectables, gifts and Club merchandise available for you to purchase. Cash and Credit Card facilities will be available. Below is a snapshot of just a few items that will be in stock at the Conference, with a greater range shown on the Conference Website: USB Credit Cards - $10 Cuff Links - $24.20 $11 Pink Heart Pin $9.75 Guardian Agel Pin Womens Scarfs Mens Ties Caps - $13 Mens Belt - $22 Clothing Choices Mens & Womens 90 Kangaroo Pin $7.75 Key Ring $90 Mens & Ladies Watches PLUS MUCH MORE - Visit Rotary International D9500 Page 36 RDU Shop - Rotary World expo hall open daily (but not during Plenary session times) Thursday : 1pm to 5pm Saturday : 8.15am to 2pm 2013 Conference PROGRAMME Friday : 10am to 5pm Sunday : 8.15am to 10.45am

11 7 Adelaide West Rotary Club Inc. is pleased to be associated with the following organisations:

12 Other Club s meeting times (@ the Public Schools Club) Adelaide East Tuesday 1.00 pm Adelaide Parks Wednesday 6.15 pm (@ the Bradman Room Adelaide Oval) Adelaide Wednesday 1.00 pm (@ the Naval Military Club - Hutt St) Adelaide Light Thursday 7.00 am (@ the Pavilion Restaurant South Tce) Adelaide South for 1 pm Thank you! When attending other Club s meetings Please advise Geoff French of your make-up when you attend another club meeting. It can be two weeks either side of your missed meeting. Past Bulletin s online Thank you Greenhouse Media for sponsorship of this Club Bulletin. Please visit: articles.php?category=club-bulletins-/-newsletters Office Bearers Rotary Club of Adelaide West President: Sioux Christiansen Immediate Past President: Randolph Alwis AM Secretary: David Sabine Treasurer: Christopher Overton Public Officer: Peter Thompson Club Administration: George Magee Membership: Kym Green Public Relations: Bill Marles Rotary Foundation: Alan Smith OAM Community Service: Henry Pecanek International Relations: Geoff Beer New Generations: Rosemary Edgley Bulletin Editor Precinct Coordinator: John Madigan OAM Club Web Master: Bill Marles Fundraising: Heather Sloan International / District International President Sakuji Tanaka District 9500 Governor Marie Dorrington Immediate Past District Governor 8 District Governor Elect District Governor Nominee Eric Russell Barbara Wheatcroft John Campbell Contact us Rotary Club of Adelaide West PO Box 7142 Hutt Street, Adelaide South Australia 5000 Bulletin Editor: John F Madigan OAM jfklmadigan@hotmail.com Meetings pm for 1 pm start The Public Schools Club 207 East Tce, Adelaide South Australia 5000 Adelaide West Rotary Club was chartered 20 January 1964 Graphic design This Bulletin was designed by Tania Macdonald, Inspire Be Communications and Design. Call