- The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay providing updates on club activities from November 2nd to 9th, 2009.
- It announces that Dolly Parton will speak at the 2010 Rotary International Convention and encourages members to register.
- It emphasizes the importance of supporting the Rotary Foundation, including its PolioPlus program, and encourages members to consider becoming inaugural members of the Paul Harris Society.
- Local club activities mentioned include a presentation by member Bill Hassell about his life and career, and the club acquiring its own projector through a donation.
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides information on upcoming events and recaps past meetings. This issue discusses the club contributing to a project in Cambodia, the election of a new President, a guest speaker discussing their work with One 2 One in Cambodia, the District Governor's visit, and notices for upcoming meetings and social events. It highlights the club's local and international service work while also keeping members informed about leadership roles and fellowship opportunities.
The document is the newsletter of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It discusses upcoming events for the club including a club assembly, fundraising event, and speaker. It also provides updates on club members and invites other clubs to participate in a health initiative called the Waist Disposal Challenge which aims to educate members on healthy lifestyles and reduce obesity and disease risk.
The document summarizes:
1) The Rotary emblem has undergone several design changes since its inception in 1905.
2) In 1919, the Rotary board adopted a design by Charles Mackintosh featuring six spokes and 24 cogs.
3) This design was further modified in 1924 to include a keyway and became the standard emblem still used today.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay's bulletin provides updates on:
1) The club president's message about attending district conferences to gain international perspective on Rotary's work.
2) The club winning awards for best metropolitan and best attendance at the district conference for the second consecutive year.
3) Last week's club meeting where a new member, Jim Gould, was welcomed back after 20+ years of Rotary experience.
The bulletin discusses last week's meeting of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay and upcoming events, including their annual Christmas party and AGMs. It also provides a summary of the keynote speech given by Dr. Ken Collins about nurse Maryanne Tokome-Amu's humanitarian work in Papua New Guinea. The bulletin concludes with news from Rotary International on strategic priorities and goals.
This bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides information on upcoming events and speakers for their weekly meetings in October and November 2010. This includes a District Governor visit, presentations on sustainability and water research, and a social event. It also lists the current board members and their roles. Club members are encouraged to contribute news items and photos to the bulletin.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay celebrated its 2nd anniversary and Christmas with a dinner at the Nedlands Golf Club. Former entertainer and councillor Max Kay spoke about his life journey from Scotland to Perth. The club also discussed sponsoring a participant for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards camp in January and hosting a dinner for camp participants in February. Additionally, the Rotary Foundation approved a scholarship application for Justin to study at Tsinghua University in Beijing.
The document provides information about the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay including upcoming events and activities. It discusses membership statistics showing growth in some districts. It emphasizes the importance of respect in Rotary and how the club shows respect to all occupations. It also announces the Police Officer of the Year Award and encourages nominations.
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides information on upcoming events and recaps past meetings. This issue discusses the club contributing to a project in Cambodia, the election of a new President, a guest speaker discussing their work with One 2 One in Cambodia, the District Governor's visit, and notices for upcoming meetings and social events. It highlights the club's local and international service work while also keeping members informed about leadership roles and fellowship opportunities.
The document is the newsletter of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It discusses upcoming events for the club including a club assembly, fundraising event, and speaker. It also provides updates on club members and invites other clubs to participate in a health initiative called the Waist Disposal Challenge which aims to educate members on healthy lifestyles and reduce obesity and disease risk.
The document summarizes:
1) The Rotary emblem has undergone several design changes since its inception in 1905.
2) In 1919, the Rotary board adopted a design by Charles Mackintosh featuring six spokes and 24 cogs.
3) This design was further modified in 1924 to include a keyway and became the standard emblem still used today.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay's bulletin provides updates on:
1) The club president's message about attending district conferences to gain international perspective on Rotary's work.
2) The club winning awards for best metropolitan and best attendance at the district conference for the second consecutive year.
3) Last week's club meeting where a new member, Jim Gould, was welcomed back after 20+ years of Rotary experience.
The bulletin discusses last week's meeting of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay and upcoming events, including their annual Christmas party and AGMs. It also provides a summary of the keynote speech given by Dr. Ken Collins about nurse Maryanne Tokome-Amu's humanitarian work in Papua New Guinea. The bulletin concludes with news from Rotary International on strategic priorities and goals.
This bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides information on upcoming events and speakers for their weekly meetings in October and November 2010. This includes a District Governor visit, presentations on sustainability and water research, and a social event. It also lists the current board members and their roles. Club members are encouraged to contribute news items and photos to the bulletin.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay celebrated its 2nd anniversary and Christmas with a dinner at the Nedlands Golf Club. Former entertainer and councillor Max Kay spoke about his life journey from Scotland to Perth. The club also discussed sponsoring a participant for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards camp in January and hosting a dinner for camp participants in February. Additionally, the Rotary Foundation approved a scholarship application for Justin to study at Tsinghua University in Beijing.
The document provides information about the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay including upcoming events and activities. It discusses membership statistics showing growth in some districts. It emphasizes the importance of respect in Rotary and how the club shows respect to all occupations. It also announces the Police Officer of the Year Award and encourages nominations.
This newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on the club's activities from August 24-30, 2009. It discusses the club president giving an update on recent activities, plans for an Interact club at a local school to engage youth, and applications from club members to participate in international exchange programs through Rotary.
The document provides information about an upcoming Charter Night Dinner and Induction Night Dinner for the new Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It also summarizes the discussions and decisions from the club's first meeting, including adopting the standard club constitution, plans to incorporate the club and apply for charitable licensing, selecting a future club president, opening bank accounts, and establishing committees. Details are given about requirements for meeting attendance and how members can receive credit for meetings through make-ups.
The document summarizes a Rotary Club of Singapore meeting where they welcomed guests, discussed upcoming events and projects, heard from a speaker from Boys' Town about their services and challenges, and inducted a new member. They also presented a donation to Boys' Town.
The document provides a summary of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay's weekly bulletin from 24-30 May 2010. It announces upcoming events including a vocational visit to Linney's, a sausage sizzle fundraiser, and the district changeover dinner. It also discusses the club president's farewell message, a matching grant project with Manna Industries, and Shelterbox winning an award. The trustees have significantly increased the budget for Rotary Foundation matching grants for 2010-2011.
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on the club's recent and upcoming activities. It summarizes last week's meeting which included a presentation on fundraising. It previews two upcoming special events - an induction dinner on February 5th and a charter night celebration on March 5th. It also highlights February as World Understanding Month in the Rotary calendar and provides information on Health, Hunger and Humanity grants.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on:
1) The upcoming changeover to a new Club President and invites members to the Changeover Night dinner on June 30th.
2) Last week's guest speaker who discussed abrasives manufacturing and this week's scheduled speaker on BHP Billiton.
3) The successful "Paint Your Pinky" fundraising event at a local primary school that raised over $500 for polio immunization.
4) Upcoming Rotary Youth Driver Awareness program and request for member volunteers on August 16th.
5) Recognition of two new club members and their involvement in an international education project in Fiji.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on club activities and events for the week of 25th-31st May 2009. Key information includes:
- Funds were raised for PolioPlus through a water purifier auction and concert ticket sales.
- Two new members, Jane Armstrong and Anne McAnearney, joined the club.
- At the Club Assembly, options for establishing a Club Foundation were discussed.
- The GSE team shared their experiences visiting various organizations in Texas.
This newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on club activities from July 5-11, 2010. It includes a message from the club president welcoming new members and outlining goals for the upcoming year. It also thanks outgoing members and recognizes service projects completed by members, such as donating blankets and hosting RYPEN students. Policy changes at the district level that impact magazine subscriptions are mentioned.
The document summarizes the upcoming activities and meetings of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It discusses the president's letter encouraging members to consider becoming president in the next term. It also previews the speakers at the upcoming meeting, including a past participant in a Group Study Exchange program, and recaps recent club activities like donating toys to Cambodia.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on:
1) An upcoming project launch for Manna Industries' "Kid's Kitchen" and a club visit planned for May 19th.
2) Recognition of club members Elizabeth and Graeme receiving awards and a trip for their business.
3) Details for the club's first Changeover Dinner on July 1st at the Nedlands Golf Club.
The bulletin provides information about an upcoming Rotary club meeting and other club activities. It discusses last week's meeting celebrating Rotary's 106th birthday with a guest speaker. It promotes literacy month activities in March and the district conference at the end of the month. It also provides details about an Interact interest meeting, RYPEN nominations, and the ShelterBox response to the New Zealand earthquake.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay summarizing their recent Changeover Night ceremony where the new president for the upcoming Rotary year was inducted. It provides details on guests in attendance, new members who joined, and thanks outgoing president Simone for her service. It also lists upcoming social events and volunteer opportunities for members and provides updates on club projects both locally and internationally.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay providing updates on club activities for the period of June 28th - July 4th 2010. It announces the club's first changeover dinner on July 1st to celebrate the first year and a half of the club and induct the new board under President-elect Simone. It also provides details of an upcoming meeting at Linney's and ongoing books for India project where volunteers sorted and packed books donated by the local community to be shipped to schools in South India.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming club events and activities for the period of 18th-24th May 2009. Planning is underway for a Christmas in July fundraising event in July. The club hosted guest speakers who discussed their work in peace studies and reducing medical errors. Donations were also collected for charitable organizations. Upcoming speakers and club assembly topics were announced. The bulletin encourages club participation and donations to End Polio Now and The Rotary Foundation.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming events, guest speakers, members travelling, and club activities. It announces that committee meetings will trial electronic formats to increase participation. The letter from the president notes low attendance at committee meetings and calls for new ideas to engage more members. It also advertises an upcoming speaker and promotes youth programs the club supports, including RYDA, Interact, and working with local schools.
This document contains information about the officers and directors of a local Rotary club for the 2009-2010 year. It also includes the club's theme song, information about 100% attendance in Rotary clubs, and details that Rotarians often refer to each other by first names rather than formal titles.
The document summarizes upcoming events and initiatives for the Rotary Club of Parramatta City. It discusses the club's upcoming vision planning day and guest speakers for the month. It also provides details on an upcoming trivia night fundraiser and a project collecting Christmas hampers for those in need through the Salvation Army.
The bulletin provides information on the Rotary Club of the Hills-Kellyville's last meeting and upcoming events.
1) At the last meeting, members discussed changing traditions to attract younger members, becoming more flexible to meet members' needs, and using social media and other tools to engage more people.
2) Upcoming events include the District Conference, assisting at the Castle Hill Show, and International Night on March 19th where members will wear international dress.
3) The GSE team is holding fundraising events including a trivia night on March 30th and a farewell dinner on March 28th. Members are encouraged to support these events.
The Rotary Club of the Hills-Kellyville weekly bulletin provides updates on:
1) An upcoming program featuring a speaker from the Hills Historical Society discussing a local historical battle.
2) United Airlines donating over 2 million airline miles to Rotary for humanitarian projects after a social media campaign increased Rotary's ranking in a charity miles giveaway.
3) Rotary surpassing a $202 million fundraising challenge from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for polio eradication efforts, with plans for a local polio awareness event.
OAR of Fairfax County celebrated its 40th anniversary in fiscal year 2011, marking four decades of assisting individuals to rebuild their lives and break the cycle of crime. In 2011, OAR served over 3,800 clients through various programs and received over 8,600 hours of service from 162 volunteers. The annual report highlights accomplishments such as employment assistance provided to 392 pre- and post-release clients. It also reflects on the organization's origins and founding mission as outlined in its first newsletter from 1972.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming club activities and events for the month of September 2010. Key events include a donation of toys being sent to Cambodia, applications opening for the Group Study Exchange program to Germany, and an upcoming sausage sizzle fundraiser. The bulletin also highlights guest speakers for upcoming meetings on topics like fine arts and Rotary youth programs.
The document is the weekly bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It provides updates on the club's activities over the past week, including a letter from the club president, details about projects helping the local Anawim Women's Refuge and Manna Industries, an invitation to the district governor's upcoming visit, and information about purchasing club polo shirts and caps. It announces upcoming social events like a brunch at a member's home and dinners hosted by members to get to know each other better.
This newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on the club's activities from August 24-30, 2009. It discusses the club president giving an update on recent activities, plans for an Interact club at a local school to engage youth, and applications from club members to participate in international exchange programs through Rotary.
The document provides information about an upcoming Charter Night Dinner and Induction Night Dinner for the new Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It also summarizes the discussions and decisions from the club's first meeting, including adopting the standard club constitution, plans to incorporate the club and apply for charitable licensing, selecting a future club president, opening bank accounts, and establishing committees. Details are given about requirements for meeting attendance and how members can receive credit for meetings through make-ups.
The document summarizes a Rotary Club of Singapore meeting where they welcomed guests, discussed upcoming events and projects, heard from a speaker from Boys' Town about their services and challenges, and inducted a new member. They also presented a donation to Boys' Town.
The document provides a summary of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay's weekly bulletin from 24-30 May 2010. It announces upcoming events including a vocational visit to Linney's, a sausage sizzle fundraiser, and the district changeover dinner. It also discusses the club president's farewell message, a matching grant project with Manna Industries, and Shelterbox winning an award. The trustees have significantly increased the budget for Rotary Foundation matching grants for 2010-2011.
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on the club's recent and upcoming activities. It summarizes last week's meeting which included a presentation on fundraising. It previews two upcoming special events - an induction dinner on February 5th and a charter night celebration on March 5th. It also highlights February as World Understanding Month in the Rotary calendar and provides information on Health, Hunger and Humanity grants.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on:
1) The upcoming changeover to a new Club President and invites members to the Changeover Night dinner on June 30th.
2) Last week's guest speaker who discussed abrasives manufacturing and this week's scheduled speaker on BHP Billiton.
3) The successful "Paint Your Pinky" fundraising event at a local primary school that raised over $500 for polio immunization.
4) Upcoming Rotary Youth Driver Awareness program and request for member volunteers on August 16th.
5) Recognition of two new club members and their involvement in an international education project in Fiji.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on club activities and events for the week of 25th-31st May 2009. Key information includes:
- Funds were raised for PolioPlus through a water purifier auction and concert ticket sales.
- Two new members, Jane Armstrong and Anne McAnearney, joined the club.
- At the Club Assembly, options for establishing a Club Foundation were discussed.
- The GSE team shared their experiences visiting various organizations in Texas.
This newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on club activities from July 5-11, 2010. It includes a message from the club president welcoming new members and outlining goals for the upcoming year. It also thanks outgoing members and recognizes service projects completed by members, such as donating blankets and hosting RYPEN students. Policy changes at the district level that impact magazine subscriptions are mentioned.
The document summarizes the upcoming activities and meetings of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It discusses the president's letter encouraging members to consider becoming president in the next term. It also previews the speakers at the upcoming meeting, including a past participant in a Group Study Exchange program, and recaps recent club activities like donating toys to Cambodia.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on:
1) An upcoming project launch for Manna Industries' "Kid's Kitchen" and a club visit planned for May 19th.
2) Recognition of club members Elizabeth and Graeme receiving awards and a trip for their business.
3) Details for the club's first Changeover Dinner on July 1st at the Nedlands Golf Club.
The bulletin provides information about an upcoming Rotary club meeting and other club activities. It discusses last week's meeting celebrating Rotary's 106th birthday with a guest speaker. It promotes literacy month activities in March and the district conference at the end of the month. It also provides details about an Interact interest meeting, RYPEN nominations, and the ShelterBox response to the New Zealand earthquake.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay summarizing their recent Changeover Night ceremony where the new president for the upcoming Rotary year was inducted. It provides details on guests in attendance, new members who joined, and thanks outgoing president Simone for her service. It also lists upcoming social events and volunteer opportunities for members and provides updates on club projects both locally and internationally.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay providing updates on club activities for the period of June 28th - July 4th 2010. It announces the club's first changeover dinner on July 1st to celebrate the first year and a half of the club and induct the new board under President-elect Simone. It also provides details of an upcoming meeting at Linney's and ongoing books for India project where volunteers sorted and packed books donated by the local community to be shipped to schools in South India.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming club events and activities for the period of 18th-24th May 2009. Planning is underway for a Christmas in July fundraising event in July. The club hosted guest speakers who discussed their work in peace studies and reducing medical errors. Donations were also collected for charitable organizations. Upcoming speakers and club assembly topics were announced. The bulletin encourages club participation and donations to End Polio Now and The Rotary Foundation.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming events, guest speakers, members travelling, and club activities. It announces that committee meetings will trial electronic formats to increase participation. The letter from the president notes low attendance at committee meetings and calls for new ideas to engage more members. It also advertises an upcoming speaker and promotes youth programs the club supports, including RYDA, Interact, and working with local schools.
This document contains information about the officers and directors of a local Rotary club for the 2009-2010 year. It also includes the club's theme song, information about 100% attendance in Rotary clubs, and details that Rotarians often refer to each other by first names rather than formal titles.
The document summarizes upcoming events and initiatives for the Rotary Club of Parramatta City. It discusses the club's upcoming vision planning day and guest speakers for the month. It also provides details on an upcoming trivia night fundraiser and a project collecting Christmas hampers for those in need through the Salvation Army.
The bulletin provides information on the Rotary Club of the Hills-Kellyville's last meeting and upcoming events.
1) At the last meeting, members discussed changing traditions to attract younger members, becoming more flexible to meet members' needs, and using social media and other tools to engage more people.
2) Upcoming events include the District Conference, assisting at the Castle Hill Show, and International Night on March 19th where members will wear international dress.
3) The GSE team is holding fundraising events including a trivia night on March 30th and a farewell dinner on March 28th. Members are encouraged to support these events.
The Rotary Club of the Hills-Kellyville weekly bulletin provides updates on:
1) An upcoming program featuring a speaker from the Hills Historical Society discussing a local historical battle.
2) United Airlines donating over 2 million airline miles to Rotary for humanitarian projects after a social media campaign increased Rotary's ranking in a charity miles giveaway.
3) Rotary surpassing a $202 million fundraising challenge from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for polio eradication efforts, with plans for a local polio awareness event.
OAR of Fairfax County celebrated its 40th anniversary in fiscal year 2011, marking four decades of assisting individuals to rebuild their lives and break the cycle of crime. In 2011, OAR served over 3,800 clients through various programs and received over 8,600 hours of service from 162 volunteers. The annual report highlights accomplishments such as employment assistance provided to 392 pre- and post-release clients. It also reflects on the organization's origins and founding mission as outlined in its first newsletter from 1972.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming club activities and events for the month of September 2010. Key events include a donation of toys being sent to Cambodia, applications opening for the Group Study Exchange program to Germany, and an upcoming sausage sizzle fundraiser. The bulletin also highlights guest speakers for upcoming meetings on topics like fine arts and Rotary youth programs.
The document is the weekly bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It provides updates on the club's activities over the past week, including a letter from the club president, details about projects helping the local Anawim Women's Refuge and Manna Industries, an invitation to the district governor's upcoming visit, and information about purchasing club polo shirts and caps. It announces upcoming social events like a brunch at a member's home and dinners hosted by members to get to know each other better.
A Group Study Exchange between Rotary districts in Zambia and South Africa took place in 2006, signifying improved relations between the two countries. The exchange was made possible by district designated funds from District 9210 to District 9300. Group Study Exchanges can help foster understanding between formerly conflicting countries and make history.
This bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on recent club activities:
- Two new members, Andrea Hayward and Lyn Packer, were inducted or welcomed into the club in late March.
- The club president's letter discusses the inductions and encourages members to prove that the club is moving in a positive direction.
- An explanation is provided of "Friends of Rotary," an initiative to make Rotary association more flexible for professional commitments.
- Other updates include condolences for recent family losses, a request for members to clearly label payments, and plans to obtain quotes for bannerettes.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay announced its Group Study Exchange team selected to visit Normandy, France in 2010. The club also discussed upcoming social and fundraising events including a brunch, quiz night and Christmas dinner. Members were encouraged to get involved in these events and promote vocational service during the upcoming month. Details were provided about guest speakers and topics for upcoming meetings.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It provides updates on recent and upcoming club activities, events, and speakers. Recent activities highlighted include electing a new club president for the next year, hearing from a guest speaker about his work in Cambodia, and two new members joining the club. Upcoming events mentioned are the annual general meeting, a pre-Halloween social function, and two special meetings - one promoting the Rotary Foundation and another being the annual Christmas party. The newsletter also shares news from the district governor and information about other clubs' projects.
This bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on club activities from the past week. It includes a letter from the club president discussing an inspirational presentation from Prof. Ralph Martins on Alzheimer's research. Other articles discuss hosting a sausage sizzle fundraiser at Bunnings, a storage space arranged at Bethesda Hospital for club property, and boxes of books being sent to India. The bulletin also previews upcoming club meetings and events, such as a visit to a new kitchen facility funded in part by the club.
the Rotary Club of Abuja, Nigeria to July to 15 August 2010. The team learn about Japanese culture and
provide resuscitation equipment will be hosted by the Rotary Club traditions through various activities
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides for a hospital has been approved. of D. 1640 in Normandy. including a tea ceremony lesson.
updates on club activities and events. It discusses the club president's The equipment will help save many
letter welcoming new members, recapping the previous meeting with a lives. The project will be funded in Australia / Japan Youth January is Rotary Awareness
guest speaker on psych
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides information on upcoming events and initiatives:
- An invitation for members to attend a presentation by Ian Munday from ShelterBox on their disaster relief efforts.
- A letter from the Club President welcoming a new member and providing updates on club activities and committees.
- Details on an upcoming "Rotary Means Business" networking event between multiple local Rotary clubs.
- A Rotary Foundation piece on the impact of Group Study Exchanges in connecting people globally.
- News that the End Polio Now logo was projected on landmarks worldwide for Rotary's 104th birthday.
- Information on the upcoming RYPEN leadership
The document summarizes the activities of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay and District 9455. It discusses last week's club meeting, upcoming events like the AGM and a speaker on the Rotary Foundation. It also provides updates on club projects like RYDA and supporting schools in Nepal. International projects discussed include providing microscopes to schools and installing a water filtration system at a school in Nepal.
This issue of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay's bulletin provides updates on several ongoing projects and initiatives:
1) An update on the Rotary WA Cord Blood Bank project, including that tenders have been received and construction is expected to commence and complete in 2010.
2) A fundraiser was held to see the movie Amelia, raising additional funds for PolioPlus. 137 of 150 tickets were sold.
3) New research on the importance of breakfast in adolescent mental health, funded by Australian Rotary Health.
4) Recognition of the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, and Rotary's role in reunifying Germany and expanding into Eastern Europe during that
The document is the weekly bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay and contains the following information:
1) The club president provides an update on club activities including welcoming new members and a fundraising opportunity through movie tickets.
2) The district governor discusses the 2010-11 Rotary International theme of "Building Communities - Bridging Continents" which was announced at the International Assembly.
3) The bulletin also provides updates on Rotary projects including efforts to provide books, water filtration, and medical supplies to communities in India and the Philippines as well as the upcoming release of a CD by the Burundi Peace Choir.
The bulletin discusses upcoming events like a fundraiser movie night for polio, an address by the Rotary Foundation Vice Chair on the work of the Foundation, and the club's Christmas dinner. It also provides updates on the club's projects like providing magnifying microscopes to local schools and organizing a study exchange to Fiji, and recognizes members' contributions.
This bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides information on upcoming meetings and events, including guest speakers, projects involving local schools, and changes to the club's meeting format and constitution. It also recognizes members involved in recent club activities and fundraising efforts, and includes schedules for upcoming meetings, duties, and special events through October.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay held its weekly meeting. The speaker was unable to attend, so Ken Collins gave an overview of The Rotary Foundation in honor of November being Rotary Foundation Month. All club members were invited to become members of the RCFB Charity Fund. The club welcomed two new members, Drs. Paddy Ramanathan and Rob Pearce. Upcoming events were announced, including the Dr. Ken Collins Address on the Rotary Foundation and the District 9455/9465 Conference in March. Various district awards and a Friendship Exchange program were also detailed.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on upcoming meetings and events:
- Last week's meeting featured presentations from the Rotaract Club of Perth on their activities and projects.
- This week's meeting will include a presentation called "Life of a UN Warlord" given by Geoff Hourn.
- An important Club Forum is scheduled for March 20th to discuss goals for the upcoming Rotary year.
- A new RAWCS project has been registered to support a medical clinic established by Maryanne Tokome-Amu in Papua New Guinea. Contributions are welcome.
This document provides an update from the president of the Rotary Club as their Rotary year is coming to an end. It discusses several projects the club has completed, including a values education workshop for students and an upcoming medical camp for a poor community in partnership with another Rotary club. It also notes some remaining tasks to wrap up the year such as producing a report card and souvenir book before leadership is handed over to the incoming president at the end of the month. The president expresses gratitude for the fellowship experienced over the year and looks forward to winding down their responsibilities once the official handover occurs.
This weekly bulletin from the Rotary Club of the Hills-Kellyville provides information on the upcoming meeting and recent activities. The next meeting will feature an awards night for the essay competition and a discussion on Rotary and the Olympics. The international toast is to the Rotary Club of Toronto, one of the largest clubs in Canada. The foundation thought discusses the Rotary Foundation Future Vision Pilot, which is testing changes to grant structures.
This bulletin from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay provides updates on the 2009 Rotary International Convention in Birmingham, England and previews upcoming club meetings and events. Key highlights from the convention included Archbishop Desmond Tutu praising Rotary's efforts to eradicate polio, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon calling Rotary the "heart and soul" of polio eradication efforts, and Bill Klinginsmith being elected as the 2010-11 President of Rotary International. The bulletin also encourages members to attend future meetings to hear program updates and previews the 2010 RI Convention in Montreal, Canada.
The document provides guidance to Rotary districts on preparing for the new Rotary Foundation grant model beginning in July 2013. It outlines key events and tasks from 2011-2012 through 2013-2014, including appointing Foundation committee leaders, training club and district leaders, qualifying districts, and applying for the first grants under the new model in 2013-2014. Districts are encouraged to use the next year to educate clubs and leaders on the coming changes to ensure a smooth transition.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay providing updates on recent and upcoming club activities and events. It discusses the previous week's meeting including guest speakers. It also announces an urgent need for volunteers to host students for the National Youth Science Forum, details for the club's upcoming Christmas function, and progress toward global polio eradication.
The bulletin discusses last week's meeting of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay and upcoming events, including their annual Christmas party and AGMs. It also provides a summary of the keynote speech given by Dr. Ken Collins about nurse Maryanne Tokome-Amu's humanitarian work in Papua New Guinea. The bulletin concludes with news from Rotary International on strategic priorities and goals.
This document provides information about the Rotaract Club of Loyola Community for the year 2012-2013. It introduces the new president, Rtr. Binu, and discusses some of the club's recent projects including a potluck lunch for new members and an orientation session. It also previews upcoming projects focused on environmental sustainability and lists the club's board officials for the new year.
The document is a newsletter from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay that provides updates on recent and upcoming club activities. It discusses the previous week's meeting which featured a presentation on water pollution. It also announces that this week's meeting will discuss adopting an updated club constitution and will feature a presentation from an outgoing Ambassadorial Scholar sponsored by the club. Additionally, it advertises upcoming club events like the Annual General Meeting and Christmas party, and community events such as Interact club meetings and a fundraiser for the McCusker Foundation.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay's newsletter provided updates on upcoming club events and activities. It announced that the RI President would be visiting Perth to present clubs with Presidential Citations, including details of the event. The newsletter also recapped the recent adventures of the club's GSE exchange team in Texas. Finally, it included the weekly thought from the Rotary Foundation about the importance of supporting the Foundation.
This 3 sentence summary provides the key information from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin:
The bulletin outlines the upcoming meetings and events for the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay, including guest speakers, committee meetings, and a fundraising brainstorm session. It also provides updates on projects such as supporting an indigenous youth Christmas party in Wiluna and English language scholarships for youth in Normandy. Club members are encouraged to contribute ideas and articles to the weekly bulletin.
This document is the August 3-9, 2009 issue of the New Horizons bulletin for the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay. It includes letters from the club president about recent club activities and welcoming new members. It also announces details of an upcoming visit from the District Governor and dinner meeting. There is an update on a Peace Fellow applicant from the club and information on how Indonesian Rotary clubs are helping children with cleft lip issues. The final article is about Rotary World Peace Fellows.
The bulletin provides updates from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay including their recent meeting with the District Governor and two recipients of their Pride of Workmanship Awards. It outlines club activities like upcoming speakers, projects involving their international service committee and a new generations committee. The bulletin also provides information to members on Rotary programs and encourages learning more about the organization.
The document summarizes activities of the Rotary Club of Makati San Lorenzo in September 2009. It discusses a joint meeting with 10 other clubs focused on cleaning up the Pasig River, with the club donating P50,000. It introduces the guest speaker, Fr. Larry Tan, SDB, and his background. It also mentions follow up on implementing a 3H grant in Antipolo, donating medical equipment, and upcoming district activities in September including a literacy summit and meetings of new generations of Interact and Rotary Community Corps members.
Rotarians from around the world are participating in athletic events like cycling, swimming, and dancing to raise money and awareness for polio eradication. The Rotary Club of Greater Albany held its second annual Pedal Away Polio bike ride with over 30 riders raising close to $7,000. A Rotary member in Connecticut swam across a lake to raise over $24,000. A California club held a dance marathon that raised thousands while educating the community about polio. These events showcase how Rotarians are actively fighting polio through physical activities.
This document provides information about upcoming events for the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay including speakers at weekly meetings, committee meetings, volunteer activities, and social events. It summarizes recent club activities including a presentation by guest speaker Pamela O'Cuneen about her experiences living in various African countries. It also announces an upcoming BBQ at Dot Bennett Park on March 18th for club members, Interactors, and residents of Access Housing to socialize. Additionally, it shares messages from Rotary International leaders about the organization's commitment to peace and helping those in need through The Rotary Foundation.
The document summarizes activities of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay, including:
1) A presentation by Gillian and Clifford Yudelman on Maiti Nepal and rescuing trafficked girls in India.
2) The induction of new members Joyce Wong Lee and Wong Lee.
3) Upcoming fundraising events in March for Maiti Nepal to be held by club member Gillian Yudelman.
4) Opportunities for the club to participate in hosting an inbound group study exchange team from Germany in late March/early April.
The document summarizes activities of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay, including:
1) A guest speaker, Dr. Bernard Bowen, provided insight into the vast Square Kilometre Array radio telescope project and nominations were confirmed for club board positions for the upcoming year.
2) Fundraising efforts by club member Calum Foulner through his charity Upside were discussed, which helps rural communities in Nepal through a boarding house and planned orchard/coffee plantation.
3) An update was provided on knitted toy distribution efforts as well as a request from the MS Society of Western Australia for assistance supporting a family new to the area dealing with MS.
This document is the bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay for the period of December 10-17, 2011. It provides updates on the previous meeting including a presentation by education reformer John Fleming, and announces details for the upcoming meetings and Christmas function. Key points include:
1. John Fleming gave a presentation on his education reform work achieving remarkable results in disadvantaged schools through high standards, teacher accountability, and explicit step-by-step instruction.
2. The upcoming speaker is to be Dr. Bernard Bowen AM discussing the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope project.
3. Details are provided for the club's Christmas function on December 22nd at the Nedlands Golf
The summary provides updates from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay including:
1) Two members spoke about the Save Foundation in Africa which works to conserve endangered species like rhinos.
2) The next meeting will feature the annual address by Dr. Ken Collins on the Rotary Foundation.
3) Upcoming events include the club's Christmas function and a fundraising quiz night organized by another local club.
4) International projects supported by the club include providing equipment to schools for the deaf in Malaysia through matching grants.
This document announces an event to hear presentations from Rotary International leaders on The Rotary Foundation. It will take place on November 30, 2011 in Perth, Australia, featuring RI President-Elect Sakuji Tanaka and Past RI President William B Boyd. Dr. Ken Michael AC will serve as the master of ceremonies. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about TRF programs and support its initiatives through sponsorships or display advertising at the event.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay held its second annual report covering July 2010 through June 2011. Key highlights included chartering the first community-based Interact club in Western Australia with 21 inaugural members. The club's Magnifying Microscope project expanded across the state. Members were involved in numerous district and international Rotary activities. Service projects focused on community, vocational, and youth programs. Financially, the club held successful fundraising events and established a foundation to enable tax-deductible donations for local projects.
Margaret Stuart McLaughlin – Club Service Every Wednesday at Rotary Club of Freshwater
Director 6.00pm for 6.30pm at Bay
jim.mclaughlin@bigpond.co the Nedlands Yacht
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The bulletin discusses upcoming Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay meetings and speakers, including a talk by a Vietnamese refugee on her escape by boat. It also mentions election results for local government positions, inducting a new club member, recognizing members' donations to the Rotary Foundation, and an upcoming social event. The club is encouraged to support the Rotary Foundation through donations to achieve a Presidential Citation.
- The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay held its weekly meeting on October 12th, where the guest speaker was Carina Hoang, a Vietnamese refugee who escaped Vietnam by boat at age 16.
- Upcoming events for the club include a cocktail function on October 23rd, Pride of Workmanship Awards on October 26th, and the club's AGMs on November 9th.
- The club acquired a new trailer which was used on its first job to transport books to the Save the Children
This document provides updates from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay in Western Australia. It summarizes that the club held meetings on September 28th, October 5th, and October 12th which featured speakers on sustainability, an End Polio breakfast, and a speaker on escaping Vietnam. It also notes the official visit of the district governor, welcoming of a new member, upcoming committee meetings and events, and calls for nominations for a Pride of Workmanship community award.
The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay bulletin provides updates on:
1) Upcoming meetings and events, including guest speakers, fundraisers, and social functions.
2) Club members, including recognition of achievements and updates on members who are traveling.
3) Community service projects, such as providing microscopes to local schools and organizing a young cook competition.
1. Max Hipkins presented three proposals for the Perth Waterfront Plan to the club. The current government proposal would commence work after CHOGM but Max believes it has disadvantages compared to the alternative plan he developed.
2. The alternative plan has advantages like being low cost, protecting from winds, avoiding dredging and pollution, and emphasizing residential areas over traffic. It appears to be a better option than the government's current proposal.
3. The club discussed various club activities, events, and sponsorship opportunities including a talent show being organized by the Interact Club to raise funds for a village in Tanzania. Members were asked to consider assisting the Interactors.
This document is the meeting minutes from the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay in Western Australia. It summarizes the various activities and events happening with the club over the next month, including hosting guest speakers, participating in fundraising events, sponsoring educational programs, and recognizing members. Key initiatives mentioned include sponsoring students to attend a science experience, presenting microscopes to local schools, and hosting a quiz night fundraiser for Alzheimer's research.
1) The Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay held its weekly meeting, welcoming a new member and hearing from a speaker about the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) being held in Perth.
2) Upcoming club events were announced, including a symposium on Aboriginal health, a young cook competition, and the annual address by the Rotary Foundation chair.
3) The club is seeking donations and volunteers to support various community service projects through Donations in Kind, including collecting for schools overseas, providing hospital equipment, and more.
This document summarizes the activities from a Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay meeting, including:
1) A presentation was given by Professor Ray Wills on sustainable energy and renewable sources like solar, wind, and tidal power.
2) Upcoming events were announced like a speaking competition for students and a presentation on Perth's waterfront development.
3) A group study exchange to Fiji was postponed to allow participants to attend a district conference in April 2012. Alternative community service project ideas were discussed.
The article discusses the Rotary Avenues of Service Citation, which recognizes outstanding service by a Rotarian across Rotary's five avenues of service. It can be awarded by a Rotary club once per year to one of its members and is recommended by the club president to Rotary International. The citation commends significant personal service by the individual Rotarian. It provides an alternative to a Paul Harris Fellow recognition for outstanding club members who have not donated funds to The Rotary Foundation but have excelled in service.
Sustainable Cambodia provides clean water, sanitation, nutrition, and education programs to empower Cambodian communities. In 2010, they installed 111 new wells, 8 ponds, 283 biofilters, and more, benefiting over 4,500 people. Their education programs expanded to include 9 preschools and 9 primary schools. Through community organizations, villagers contribute labor and funds to projects for income, food, and sustainable development.
The document provides an update on recent and upcoming activities of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay, District 9455. It summarizes a recent vocational visit to an embroidery business, hosting of a French exchange student, and participation in the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness program. Upcoming events include a meeting with a speaker from the Sustainable Energy Association of Australia and various committee and board meetings.
1. New Horizons
The Official Bulletin of the Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay Inc.
PO Box 168, Nedlands, Western Australia, 6909 ! District 9450! ABN: 99 602 195 617
Volume 2, Issue 18" 2nd - 9th November 2009
Letter From the Club Ride Across Australia Board for 2010 / 11 Rotarians Make Good Dolly Parton to Speak Rotary Foundation
President for PolioPlus Early notice of call for use of Social at 2010 Covention Thought of the Week
A roundup of the clubs German extreme nominations for Board Networking Find out why Dolly This week’s thought is
activities. athlete cycles across positions. How Rotarians are Parton is schedule to about Group Study
Page 1 Australia for Page 2 using technology to speak at the 2010 Exchange (GSE).
PolioPlus. communicate. Covention. Page 5
Page 2 Page 3 Page 3
the Scholarship. It is is being launched on 16th of members and clubs that
Letter From the wonderful, after all these November at the Rotary the Rotary Foundation can
years to finally have both Bill Foundation Address. Can I continue to carry out its
Club President and Sue as active Rotarians. encourage all members to mission of ‘doing good in the
register for the Address, who world’.
Dear Fellow Rotarians, November is Rotary are not already registered as
Foundation month. As most it is a very important annual Our RI President John Kenny
Last meeting of the month of will know, the Rotary function. Can I also has given us a theme this
October saw us with a visitor, Foundation is the lifeblood of encourage members who are year which truly puts the
Blaise Johnson who is a Rotary, with all the in a position to do so, to give emphasis back on to each one
former Rotarian from humanitarian and serious consideration to of us to play our part as a
Washington State. She is a educational programs which becoming Inaugural Rotarian to make that
dentist and is looking to come under its umbrella members of the Paul Harris significant difference as The
rejoin Rotary and the Rotary making a significant Society, ie completing a form, Future of Rotary is in Your
Club of Freshwater Bay. difference in the world. as soon as possible, to Hands.
Other guests at our meeting PolioPlus is also one of the commit to contributing US
were Ross and Di Griffin. We programs of the Rotary $1,000 per year, tax Yours in Rotary Service,
also hope that Ross will Foundation. Strong financial deductible, to the Rotary
consider membership of the support of this, Rotary’s main Foundation, for as long as Di Collins
club. ‘charity’ is encouraged so you are able. It is only Charter President
that the work of the Rotary through the financial support
Our member Bill Hassell Foundation can
enlightened us with his ‘Life continue to touch the
and Times’ last Thursday. As lives of people in our
with all our members, it is of local community
great interest to all present to through the Group
hear the background, history Study Exchange and
and achievements of each Scholarships programs
other. Bill was a Rotary and through the
Ambassadorial Scholar back humanitarian matching
in 1966 and for me it was of grants and PolioPlus
particular interest to hear that which uplift and
he was encouraged to apply improve the lives of our
for the scholarship by Bob neighbours in both our
Nicholson (who is the Rotary local and wider world
Alumni support speaker at community. The Rotary
the Dr Ken Collins Address Foundation is
on 16th November) and that commonly referred to as
he was not the first choice of ‘our Foundation for
the District (245) to be Peace’.
awarded the Scholarship. It
was The Rotary Foundation In the bulletin last week
in Evanston who overruled Daniel wrote up the
the District Selection Paul Harris Society
Photo: Ken Collins, Margaret Dean, David Bockman, John Hanrahan and
committee and awarded Bill quite extensively. This
Bryant Stokes.
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2. N E W H O R I Z O N S
We look forward to Jane’s
50 Years of return to the club in the very
near future.
Service to
Medicine and No meeting on
the Wednesday,
Community 12th November
Last weekend in Adelaide A reminder to all members
was a celebration of the that the meeting of 12th
graduation of the medicos of November has been
1959. Bryant and Ken were cancelled and is transferred
amongst those who went to the Dr. Ken Collins
across to Adelaide for the Address on Monday 16th
dinner, along with several November.
other doctors from Perth.
This was mentioned in the
last bulletin however, this Club now has
week we can include a photo
of a few of the West Aussies its own
(Ken is an import as he is
originally a South projector
Australian).
Due to the generosity of our
member Lyn Packer, the
Ride across club now has its own
projector. Many thanks Lyn.
Australia for It will be well used.
Gradually acquiring its own
PolioPlus ‘property’ will certainly
make life for the club much
In the bulletin last week it easier in the fullness of time.
was written up that Guido In the meantime Dir. Rob
Kunze rode his bicycle Rohrlach will continue to
across Australia to promote make his sound / screen
PolioPlus. Hon. Consul for equipment available for
Germany Bill Hassell and presentations when
Gates Challenge Zone Co- required. Your contribution
ordinator Ken Collins met continues to be invaluable
Guido, his support team, his Rob.
Top: Bill, Ken and Guido being interviewed.
wife and young son plus the
Bottom: Guido, his wife, son and support crew with Bill and Ken
German news crew who
travelled with the party, at Board for
to bring the bannerettes back more about this exciting
King’s Park on Friday, 23rd.
Information to Bill was that
from Bali when she is there project and how it is 2010-11
in a week or so. If not, Claire progressing.
Guido was an Ambassadorial
and Daniel will be
Scholar. This is not so. He In the coming week Sec.
holidaying in the beautiful
rode as an ambassador for
the Rotary Foundation and
island in December. Graylands Daniel will be putting out
forms for nomination of
PolioPlus and the interview
Hospital members for the Board for
in Perth Friday last week was
shown on German news on
School in next year. Simone will be the
President and all Board
Jane Armstrong has been
Saturday, 24th October which
was World Polio Day.
Nepal and working Thursday nights
positions will need to be
filled. There is nothing to
hence has been unable to
Sponsorship of attend meetings for some
stop members already in
positions from renaming as
Bannerettes weeks. She has Andrew secretary / treasurer /
Students Blackwell, an occupational directors etc. Indeed, the
A quote from a printer in Bali therapist at Graylands club has been very blessed to
has given us a price of $2.85 We are anxious to learn more Hospital driving the revamp have members fill these rolls
per bannerette for an order of about Rotary’s involvement of the garden and we are in an outstanding capacity
100. Marcos is working at with Br. James and the school looking forward to Andrew during our first year of
providing the printer with being purchased in Nepal. attending one of our operation. What would we
the high grade artwork to Hopefully David Barkess and meetings in the coming have done without
produce the banner. James will be at our meeting weeks to enlighten all everyone’s committed
Hopefully, Jane will be able this week to briefly tell us members on this project. contribution – thank you all!
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3. N E W H O R I Z O N S
Without taking anything away Facebook has helped Bill
from any of our hard working Pollard, a member of the
board members, our Treasurer Rotary Club of Churchland-
Rajah has filled a role that no Portsmouth, Virginia, USA, to
other member in the club could keep in touch with Rotarians
have, quietly and efficiently he met during his visits to
working away, keeping all our other clubs during his year as
books and finances straight. governor of District 7600. "It
also provides a great
opportunity for our friends on
Rotary helps fuel Facebook who are not
Rotarians to read our
Pakistan’s drive conversations about Rotary," he
notes.
to become polio-
The Rotary Club of Orlando,
free Florida, USA, has had success
By Dan Nixon attracting new members
Rotary International News through both LinkedIn and
28 October 2009 Facebook, says Linda Rolf, a
On 10 October, the government Hurst, a member of the Rotary member of the club and a
issued a postage stamp to help Club of East Hampton and s o f t w a re development
Rotarians and other members of promote a polio-free Pakistan. District 7980's Youth Exchange
the family of Rotary joined specialist. "There is no doubt
The stamp depicts the late Prime chair. social networking opens doors
health workers in carrying out Minister Shaheed Mohtarma
Pakistan’s National that simply would not be
Benazir Bhutto giving polio K.N. Chandrashekaran, a possible otherwise."
Immunization Days vaccine to Aseefa Bhutto member of the Rotary Club of
(NIDs) 12-14 October, reaching a Zardari, the daughter of Hyderabad North, Andhra
record 35 million children. "I believe we must learn to
Pakistan's president and Bhutto. Pradesh, India, recently began communicate with members
Now UNICEF's ambassador for using Facebook to share and prospective members any
"It is the grassroots volunteer polio eradication in Pakistan, Rotary-related news. "I created
service that led United Nations way they want to receive
Aseefa Bhutto Zardari was the an invitation for the RYLA 2009 communications," notes Kevin
Secretary General Ban Ki-moon first child immunized in the being hosted by my club, and
to call Rotary the heart and soul Learned, governor of District
country when it began its some non-Rotarians have 5400 (parts of Idaho and
of the polio eradication campaign against the disease in responded wanting to know
initiative," said International Oregon, USA). "We have to
1994. That year, 23,000 Pakistani more about RYLA [Rotary acknowledge and embrace
PolioPlus Committee Chair children were paralyzed or Youth Leadership Awards]."
Robert S. Scott at a 10 October generational differences in
killed by polio. In 2009, 62 cases communication preferences."
ceremony in Islamabad to were reported as of 20 October. More and more Rotarians are
inaugurate the NIDs. "Rotarians finding that social networking
here in Pakistan are proud to be
playing an active role in
"Rotarians in Pakistan and is a great way to connect with Dolly Parton to
throughout the world stand other Rotarians, broaden their
supporting the essential
immunization activities that will
with the people of Pakistan,"
said Scott at the 10 October NID
horizons, and spread the
message about Rotary to non-
speak at 2010
lead us to victory over polio." kickoff. "We look forward to the
day when we will celebrate our
Rotarians. We recently asked
Rotary club members on RI's
convention
Rotary also helped promote the shared victory over polio." official LinkedIn page to share Rotary International News
NIDs on billboards in several their experiences with social 27 October 2009
cities in a joint effort with Coca- Rotarians make networks.
Country music legend and
Cola Pakistan.
Rotarians have encouraged the
good use of Here are some of their philanthropist Dolly Parton
will be a keynote speaker
responses:
government to give strong
support to ending polio. This
social Virginia "Viky" Garcia, a
member of the Rotary Club of
during the 2010 RI Convention
in Montréal, Québec, Canada,
advocacy effort helped lead to 20-23 June.
the decision in early 2009 to networking Laredo-Under Seven Flags,
Texas, USA, says her club
launch the Prime Minister's Rotary International News recently established a Facebook Parton will speak at the
Action Plan for Polio 26 October 2009 account. "I post invitations for morning plenary session on 23
Eradication. On behalf of Rotary all of our fans that let them June to promote reading
International in August, Scott Using Facebook has allowed know who the upcoming among preschool children. She
recognized President Asif Ali District 7980 (Connecticut, USA) speaker is. The hope is to be and the Dollywood
Zardari with the Polio to connect with former Rotary able to recruit more members Foundation's Imagination
Eradication Champion Award Youth Exchange participants in by providing information to Library teamed up with Rotary
for his outstanding support of a preparation for a reunion. them on our activities and the International in March to help
polio-free world. In October, freedom to ask questions provide age-appropriate books
President Zardari became an "We have also been using before going to visit with one each month to children from
honorary member of the Rotary LinkedIn to connect with other of our members." birth until age five. Read more.
Club of Karachi Bay. Future Vision Plan pilot districts Parton will speak to Rotarians
to share thoughts," notes Alan about the importance of early
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4. N E W H O R I Z O N S
childhood reading
and how the
collaboration with
Rotary International
has augmented the
success of the
Imagination Library.
The singer
developed a
personal love of
books while growing
up in rural
Tennessee, USA,
where she saw
firsthand the toll that
illiteracy can take on
families.
"I am thrilled about
our partnership with
R o t a r y
International," she
said in March.
"Rotarians love kids
as much as I do, so I
truly believe we can
do something extraordinary Since its launch in 1996, the
together to help even more Imagination Library has
children love to read and provided more than 23 million
succeed." books to preschoolers.
Club Birthday & Christmas Dinner
Thursday, 17th December, 2009
6:30pm for 7:00pm at the Nedlands Gold Club, Melvista Ave,
Nedlands.
Cost is $45.00 per person for a three course traditional
Christmas dinner (Vegetarian alternative available)
Speaker: WA Chief Scientist Lyn Beazley
Entertainment: Richard Symons
The Dr Ken Collins Address
Monday, 16th November, 2009
7:00pm for 7:30pm at the Golden Nugget Room, Gloucester
Park.
Cost is $45.00 per person for a two course meal. Bar service is
available.
PRIVP & VCTRF John Germ will be the keynote speaker.
The Rotary Foundation Alumni speaker will be retired Federal
Court Judge Bob Nicholson.
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5. N E W H O R I Z O N S
Dutch GSE team raised broadcasting and financial Acquaintance. Contributions
The Rotary $2,913 for the Inca Educa services. to our Foundation are the oil
Foundation charity based in Cusco, Peru
to build a school library for The team participated in
that makes the Rotary Wheel
of service turn.
underprivileged young vocational and cultural days
Week 18: This week’s Rotary adults. and returned home, having
Foundation Thought is about made new friends and
Group Study Exchange The team, led by retired business contacts, ready to
(GSE). firefighter, Bob Boersma, was share new ideas with their
composed of people from Dutch countrymen.
A GSE team from Holland diverse professions: working
spent four weeks in in public service, Has your club sponsored a
California, USA.! During administrative law, public GSE? It’s a great way to
their time in California, the create Service through
Program for November
Introduction
Date Details
Date Name
4th November Board Meeting
5th November Simone Carot Collins
5th November Daniel Forsdyke - Nutrition to Assist
12 November No Meeting Your Waist Disposal
Vote of Thanks 12th November No Meeting
16th November The Dr Ken Collins Address, Golden
Date Name
Nugget Room, Gloucester Park.
Tickets must be pre-purchased!
5th November Simone Carot Collins
19th November Committee Meeting
12 November No Meeting
Welcoming Roster Board Club Details
Rotary Year 2009-10
Date Name Di Collins — President Rotary Club of Freshwater Bay Inc.
president@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au PO Box 168,
Nedlands,
5th November Warren Milner Ken Collins — Vice President / Western Australia, 6909
Membership Director
12 November No Meeting vicepresident@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au Meetings
membership@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au Thursday 5:45pm to 6:45pm
19th November Lyn Packer Cafe, Bethesda Hospital
Simone Carot Collins — President Elect / Queenslea Drive
26th November Peter Symons Club Administration Director
Claremont
presidentelect@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
clubadmin@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au Email
president@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
Rajah Senitharajah — Treasurer Phone
treasurer@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au 08 9385 0471
Fax
Bulletin Contributions Daniel Forsdyke — Secretary
secretary@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
08 9385 0472
Website
Contributions for the weekly bulletin are Rob Rohrlach — Projects Director
www.rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
sought from members of the club. projects@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
Why not use the bulletin to update the club Facebook
Claire Forsdyke — International Director
on the projects your committee is working http://www.facebook.com/group.php?
foundation@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
on or promote the clubs next fundraising gid=47737002646
event. Toni James — PR & Marketing
Committee Director Chartered 19 December 2008
Please forward articles and photos to
daniel.forsdyke@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au publicrelations@rotaryfreshwaterbay.org.au
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