Sunday, March 25, 2012


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March is Literacy Month



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D9465 Russian Group Study Exchange Team in Kalgoorlie





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By Walter Hughes, a member of the Rotary Club of Rocky Mount, Virginia, USA


Have you ever questioned if your involvement in Rotary is really making a difference?
Rest assured, you are
, and I’m the lucky guy who gets to witness and experience your involvement.
 I’m passionate about bringing clean water to remote villages in the African bush of Ghana.
There are two priceless moments that happen when we provide clean water to a village.
The first occurs when that big drill rig finally hits water.
 Imagine the people’s anticipation as they see the trucks and equipment roll
into the village and as they watch the drill rig crew work.
 Everyone cheers when the water flows.
The second priceless moment comes when the hand pump is installed.
People throughout the village come to the well with their buckets and cups in hand.
 Everyone is silent as one of the elders starts pumping the handle.
 Cheers erupt when the water comes forth.
Seeing the smiling faces of the men, women and children
 make all of the challenges worth it.
I’ve got to see some pretty amazing things and travel to very remote villages.
 I’ve been there during the dry and the rainy season.
 I’ve traveled through corn and millet fields, washed out roads,
 walked for miles in the hot African sun to see the work
 of Rotarians from around the world in Ghana.
 A recent trip brought me to a village, two hours from the nearest city called Domeabra,
 which means, “You’ve got to love me to come this far!”
One of the most amazing things to happen in Ghana
is the recent eradication of Guinea Worm Disease,
which is spread because of dirty water.
 Rotarians played a big role.
We are now focusing on a neglected tropical flesh eating disease called “Buruli Ulcer.”
 The mode of transmission is still unknown but it is found in water
 and the soil of muddy swamps, rivers and rice fields.
 We believe that new wells will reduce the disease because the need
to fetch dirty water from those sources will diminish.
I can’t describe how amazing this journey has been.
 I’ve been fortunate to see firsthand how your support changes people’s lives.
 What makes Rotary so amazing is that we’ve partnered with over eighty clubs
from the U.S., Canada, and Switzerland.
Three host clubs in Ghana are leading the effort:
 Sunyani Central, Tamale and Bolgatanga Goodwill.
I was recently able to take my wife, Susan, and daughter and future Rotarian, Missy Hughes,
 with me this past January.
They were impressed that so many Rotarians from around the world
 care about the Ghanaian people.
 They got to experience how goodwill and better friendships have been created,
 and how clean water is beneficial to all concerned.
 Your support is making a difference and changing lives




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Sponsorship Page for “Aussie Pete’s” Marathon Challenge up and Running
by MikeGreenslade

Director of ShelterBox Australia and ShelterBox Response Team member,
Peter Pearce is in training to run the London Marathon in aid of his beloved charity.
Peter, a retired financial advisor and Rotarian from Terrigal
on the NSW Central Coast will complete the 26 mile course with a specially adapted ShelterBox on his back



As part of his training, Peter is walking the coastal path around his native Cornwall.
 Peter said, "I'm passionate about ShelterBox and their disaster relief work,
I've deployed with them 10 times and seen firsthand the positive impact
 they have on people who've lost everything.
 By running the London Marathon with a ShelterBox on my back
 I hope to gain us valuable exposure and raise a decent amount of money
to enable us to carry on our valuable work"
We wish Peter good luck in his venture.
Those wishing to sponsor Peter and support ShelterBox can vista the link below to make a donation.
 Please forward this post to your friends and colleagues
 and fellow Rotarians to help make Peter's efforts a worthwhile endeavour.




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I’m happy to announce that Rotary International and ShelterBox
 signed a project partnering agreement this month,
giving the two organizations mutual support in helping victims
 of natural disasters obtain temporary shelter.
ShelterBox was founded by Tom Henderson with the Rotary Club of Helston-Lizard, England,
 and it has provided emergency shelter and lifesaving supplies
 for families affected by more than 175 disasters in over 76 countries.
 It's another example of the impressive humanitarian work of Rotarians
John Hewko     RI Secretary






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Pictures from the D9465 Conference last weekend in Kalgoorlie








Flash Mob at Kalgoorlie Conference



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Rotary Club of West Perth
Rotarian Paul Owen presents banners from his visit to the
Rotary Clubs Of Singapore and the Rotary Club of Raffles City




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Rotary Club of East Perth
WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN A GROUP OF ROTARIANS MEET ON BOARD A CRUISE LINER

Whilst travelling on the “MV Arcadia” which was on a World Cruise from Southampton – Southampton
 we met another Rotarian that was on our Restaurant table.
He suggested that maybe there were more Rotarians on board
 and we should organize a meeting.
After checking with Reception they agreed to advertise the meeting
and gave us a room to hold it in.
 Around 12 attended.
We all spoke about where we were from (3 Australians, the rest British)
 and told a bit about our Clubs and fundraising ideas.
After the meeting general discussion took place that maybe
we could do some fund raising whilst on the ship.
 Our next Port of call was Rabaul in Papua New Guinea.
Contact was made with Jelta Wong, Vice President Rotary Club of Kokopo/Rabaul.
 After checking with the Cruise Director who then contacted P & O Head office in London
 we were given the go-ahead to raise funds.
The ship docked at Rabaul.
 After our initial contact with Jelta Wong, he and his Club Treasurer Mr. Lilou
picked up 5 of the “Arcadia Rotarians” at 2.30pm
and drove us to the Rabaul Hotel.
We told them we were looking for a local project
that we might support through a gathering of donations from Arcadia passengers.
 We discussed a few projects but agreed that the purchase of Incubators
 to provide treatment of newborn babies was the project
 that would have significant impact for local families.
 The current rate of infant mortality is very high and the hospital has no incubators.
The project was taken back to the Cruise Director Leon de Ste.Croix
who then announced over the ship’s P.A
. that donations would be taken for the supply of incubators.
 A special 100 Pound Sterling pledge sheet was started
 also a pledge sheet for any amount plus a box to collect any unwanted foreign paper money
 was placed on the desk at Reception.
Anyone who donated 100 pounds would have their name engraved on a board
 which would be on permanent display in Reception.
After 1 week the amount of 6407.00 Pounds was raised,
 which is enough to supply 3 incubators.
The payment of the money to Rotary Club of Kokopo is being undertaken by P & O UK.
A most worthwhile exercise and one which without the help
of the Arcadia Cruise Director Leon being 100% behind the fund raiser
 and of course the travelling Rotarians
 the Rabaul Hospital would not have 3 incubators for their new born babies.
Robyn & Mike Penny
Rotary Club of East Perth


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Rotary Club of Mt Lawley




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Rotary Club of Geraldton






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Calling all past/current Rotaractors & Rotarians,
 the Rotaract Club of City of Gosnells is hosting the inaugural “Rotaract & Rotary Reunion Ball”,
 this ball is for past and present Rotaract & Rotary members
 to come along and celebrate what it means
to be part of the Rotaract & Rotary community.

When: 18th of August 2012
Time: 7.00pm – Midnight (pre dinner drinks start at 6.30pm)
Where: Novotel Langley Hotel Perth
Cost: $130.00 per person – Includes a sit down 3 course meal + drinks + entertainment
Tickets: On sale from 26th of March 2012
There will be a raffle and the Auction off of the RIFJAM shirt signed by the End Polio bands in 2011
Tickets can be purchase online at the below links:
The booking URLs for this event are: http://www.trybooking.com/BGXV
 If you have any photos that you wouldn't mind being displayed on the night,
please email or snail mail them to Rebecca Mortimer.
We are particularly looking for images of Rotaractors or Rotarians
 back in they 'hay days' that bring back memories.
Also, please feel free to past this invite on to past/current Rotaractors or Rotarians
 would you believe may not have got this message.














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Rotary Club of Hillarys





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Rotary clubs of
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Hi There
I would like to draw to your attention the great Mandurah Rotary Duck Race – see info panel below.
I am now living in Mandurah and I am a member of the Rotary Club of Mandurah City.
Please support this great annual event, now in its 3rd year, by buying duck race tickets at $5 each online via the website and perhaps you could come along on Easter Saturday to see the race and participate in the Family Fun Day. You do not have to be present to win the car, TV or other great prizes.
I am the webmaster for the duck race website and online credit card payments are handled by Paypal so I can assure you of the safety of your payment.
The event benefits People Who Care who support those in need in the community in WA and also Rotary Community and Youth projects.
Thanks for reading this, please pass it on to your friends and family..
Regards
Colin Gilbert
President Elect, Rotary Club of Mandurah City
Tel: (08) 9586 9871 Mobile: 0408 923 350









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Rotary Club of Bentley-Curtin






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ROTARY CLUB BIRTHDAYS

Rotary Club of Fremantle Port
March 24th [1980]

Rotary Club of Bridgetown
April 10th [1954]

Rotary Club of Hillarys
April 11th [1986]

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts
April 11th [1986]

Rotary Club of Attadale
April12th [1982]

Rotary Club of Palm Beach
April 12th [1982]

Rotary Club of Perth
April 15th [1927]

Rotary Club of Collie
April 15th [1954]

Rotary Club of Carnarvon
April 15th [1963]

Rotary Club of Mount Barker
April 15th [1955]


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On a lighter note

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Gotta love this!!


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A golfer who lost his ball fumed at his young caddy.
 He snapped, "Why didn't you watch where it went?"
The lad replied,
 "Well sir, it usually doesn't go anywhere, so it took me by surprise."






The doctor looked benignly at the woman who had come to him for an examination.
“Mrs. Kumar,” he said, “I have some good news for you.”
The woman said, “I’m glad of that doctor, but I’m Miss Kumar,”
“Miss Kumar,” said the doctor without changing expression, “I have bad news for you.”


Sunday, March 18, 2012




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March is Literacy Month



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Rotary’s influence,
Dolly’s Imagination Library puts books into the hands of children
Posted on March 9, 2012
By David Dotson, president of the Dollywood Foundation

The wonderful partnership between Dolly Parton and Rotary International
continues to flourish in communities both large and small all across the
 USA, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Although every community approaches the program in its own way,
 one thing impresses me much more than dollars raised or even time invested
–and this is the enormous influence Rotarians exert in their communities.
On many occasions, we have witnessed how Rotarians use their influence to leverage
 support from both the public and private sector.
Rotarians bring instant credibility to the table and consequently,
local, state and provincial governments are eager to join forces with Rotary
 and Dolly to bring the Imagination Library to their children.
 Likewise many Rotary clubs have been successful in teaming up with United Way
to launch the program in their communities.
Influence is an earned commodity and we are fortunate that the decades of good will
 and great work of Rotary now benefits the children of the Imagination Library

Dolly Parton and Rotary International from Rotary International on Vimeo.



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New Members





Rotary Club of Hillarys
President David Siddall welcomes Dianne Tullis







 Rotary Club of Boulder
Stan Wilson is welcomed by Rotarian Tony Free



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 To the Club President and/or the Director of New Generations and other Rotarians

The fledging Rotaract Club of Rossmoyne is looking for young people aged 18 – 30 years
who have an interest in community service.
 Two projects will be undertaken each year –
 one local and one international in an enjoyable, social atmosphere.
The Club meets twice a month in the Committee Room of Rossmoyne Bowling Club,
Tucson Street, Rossmoyne.
 The next meeting is on Wednesday, 21st March at 6.30pm
 and everyone interested is invited to attend.
 Please advertise to any people in your area who may be interested.

For further information contact Amy on amyspencer1991@yahoo.com.au

Yours in Rotary
Jan Moore
Director of New Generations
The Rotary Club Of Rossmoyne











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The Russian GSE [ Group Study Exchange]  team at the joint meeting of
The Rotary Club of Rossmoyne
and
The Rotary Club of Willetton


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Ride for A Reason






Arrival at Kalgoorlie Conference


Stop over at
The Rotary Club of Northam




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D9465 DGE Bob and Wendy Cooper at the conference Banquet

[Bollywood Style]





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D9455 Conference update


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Rotary Club of Heirisson
Hi from Greg Thurston
The Rotary Club of Heirisson is again holding their Claisebrook Carnival & Duck Derby
 when over 10,000 little rubber ducks will be launched in Claisebrook Cove
 to race it out for prizes totaling $7,500.
I invite you to “adopt a duck” on-line for just $5 and support this major event.
 Tickets can be purchased at http://www.duckderby.com.au/

The major beneficiaries are Telethon, Wheelchairs For Kids and The Rotary Cord Blood Bank.
 Also, you are very welcome to join us on the day (Sunday 25 March)
to enjoy the carnival action and watch the ducks racing to the finish line.
Many thanks
Greg Thurston
0417 177 837


Getting in some practise for the big event





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Rotary Club of Corrigin

Winners of  the D9455  for the most contributions to ARH per capita






Visiting the Wheelchairs for Kids facilty




Enjoying the clubs Annual progressive dinner





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Rotary Club of Bentley Curtin

PDG Phil Cordery with members of the Rotary Club of Surabaya Timur D3420  Indonesia
The two clubs have entered into a sister Club agreement



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Rotary Club of Belmont



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Rotary Club of Hannans






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Rotary Club of Heirisson
Rebound student Bethwyn Cleary addresse the club on her 12 months in France




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Rotary Club of Swan Valley

Bassendean Markets
Ice cream break




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Club Flyers


Rotary Club of Ascot






Rotary Club of Corrigin






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Rotary Club of Como
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Rotary Club of Swan Valley

As the Club continues to support Jade Lewis in her work towards a drug free Australia,
 could I please ask that the attached advert be circulated in our bulletin
as well as submitted to District for the Newsletter and Rotary our West Blog etc..
Hopefully we can assist Jade in promoting this event to launch her very worthwhile
 Second Chance Day project – giving WA women prisoners a second chance at life.
Kind regards
Rachel Ivic




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ROTARY CLUB of CANNINGTON
 43rd Annual Ladies Seminar and Luncheon

Saturday June 9th
2012, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Adelaide Terrace Perth


Theme: REACH FOR THE STARS
PROGRAMME

8.30am Display and sales in the foyer. Complimentary coffee on arrival
9.00 Registrations open
10.30 Welcome – Chairman Rotarian Carolyn Fennelle
Roll Call – Rotarian Donna Sharples
10.45 Official opening –
His Excellency Mr. Malcolm McCusker AO CVO QC
Governor of Western Australia
11.00 Professor Lyn Beazley Chief Scientist of Western Australia
“CELEBRATING WA’s WONDERFUL WOMEN of SCIENCE”
11.30 Question time
11.40 CATHERINE STODDART Telstra Business Woman of the Year
“FROM BEDSIDE to BOARDROOM”
12.10 Question time
12.45 Luncheon
2.15 Drawing of the Raffle
2.30 BEN MASSAM National Youth Science Forum Staff Member
“COSMONAUTS and KALASHNIKOVS
My Russian Scientific Tour
3.00 Question Time
3.10 Presentation to FOOD BANK
3.25 FRAN TAYLOR Author – Speaker - Adventurer
“RUNNING AWAY TO SEA IN THE 20th CENTURY”
3.55 Question Time
4.05 Close JODIE SPARKS District Governor Rotary District 9465
Closing date for registrations Wednesday 6th June 2012.

Please post cheque and
Registration Form to:-
Parking: Discount parking under the hotel $15

Pay at the desk when registering.
Ladies Seminar Committee
Rotary Club of Cannington
PO Box 31, Cannington 6987

Any queries: ring Geoff 9354 1562 or email g.d.saw@bigpond.com

I wish to attend the Ladies Seminar & Luncheon on Saturday 9th June 2012
 and enclose $89.00 per person (Includes coffee on arrival)

Surname………………………………… Given or preferred name…………………………………

Address…………………………………………………………….Phone number ………………..

Email address:…………………………………………………………………..

Rotary Club or Club Affiliation …………………………… ……………………………………………

I also wish to bring the following friends:

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Total Attending……………………at $89 per person = $………………….Total enclosed.
Please print clearly as we use this list for name tags.
If acknowledgement of booking is required; please enclose stamped addressed envelope.
Seating is allocated upon receipt of registration.
Please return registrations together to ensure group seating






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 ROTARY CLUB BIRTHDAYS


Rotary Club of Fremantle Port
March 24th [1980]

Rotary Club of Bridgetown
April 10th [1954]

Rotary Club of Hillarys
April 11th [1986]

Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts
April 11th [1986]

Rotary Club of Attadale
April12th [1982]

Rotary Club of Palm Beach
April 12th [1982]

Rotary Club of Perth
April 15th [1927]

Rotary Club of Collie
April 15th [1954]

Rotary Club of Carnarvon
April 15th [1963]

Rotary Club of Mount Barker
April 15th [1955]





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On a Lighter note








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Working on the road
A fellow stopped at a rural gas station and, after filling his tank,
 he paid the bill and bought a soft drink.
 He stood by his car to drink his cola and he watched a couple of men working along the roadside
. One man would dig a hole two or three feet deep and then move on.
 The other man came along behind and filled in the hole.
 While one was digging a new hole, the other was about 25 feet behind filling in the old
. The men worked right past the fellow with the soft drink
 and went on down the road.
 "I can't stand this," said the man tossing the can in a trash container
 and heading down the road toward the men.
"Hold it, hold it," he said to the men.
 "Can you tell me what's going on here with this digging?"
"Well, we work for the county government, " one of the men said.
"But one of you is digging a hole and the other is filling it up.
You're not accomplishing anything.
 Aren't you wasting the county's money?"
"You don't understand, mister,"
 one of the men said, leaning on his shovel and wiping his brow
. "Normally there's three of us--me, Rodney and Mike.
I dig the hole, Rodney sticks in the tree and Mike here puts the dirt back."
"Yea," piped up Mike.
 "Now just because Rodney's sick, that don't mean we can't work, does it?"

taken from the Rotary club of Fremantle Port newsletter





Rotary Ride for a Reason - Craig's Departure for Kalgoorlie from Kerotv on Vimeo.