Rotary Club of Strathfield 2015 - 2016 STRATEGY 360 ANNUAL REPORT

Allan Petersen President 2015 - 2016 Rotary Club of Strathfield Rotary International District 9675

K.R. “Ravi” Ravindran Graham & Helen Wilson Rotary International President District 9675 Governor

STRATHFIELD ROTARY PRESIDENTS 1971 - 2016

Bill Boyce Terry Rohan Roger Vince Peter Roach George Hanlon Steve Taylor Clarrie Edwards Kevin Lawrenson Keith Stockall Maurie Moroney Max Douglas Keith Byrn Ron Thurgar Brian Driver George Hallworth Merv Perry Bert Houston Rod McDougall Bob Taylor Doug Potter Brian Johnson Peter Foss John Elvy Grahame True Lew Wilson Euan Watson Kevin Freund Brian Hennell Joe Saad Peter Smith Gordon Gillett Peter Manenti Trevor Duxbury David Croft AM Ian Albertson Ray Wilson OAM Bob Templeman Angelo Franco Susan Freund Harley Tarrant Peter Kilkeary Allan Teale Paul Lehmann Raymond McCluskie Allan Petersen

Rotary Club of Strathfield Inc Club Chartered 14 March 1971 PO Box 268 Strathfield NSW 2135 www.strathfieldrotary.org.au [email protected] Rotary Club of Strathfield Inc Membership 2015 - 2016 Adorna, Romolo Real Estate McDougall, Rod Information Technology Alvaro, Domenico Building Construction Ok, Sang International Trade Consultant Aravanis, Andrew Insolvency Services Pappas, Arie Marketing Ayres, Bradley Electronic Manufacturing Petersen, Allan Education Primary (Govt Schools) Bala, A. Medicine, Physician Pitt, Charles Accounting Services Banerjee, Chandra Marketing Risi, Adrian Fine Food and Wine Importing Bott, Daniel Banking Saad, Joe Commercial Law Brown, Ivan Management Consulting Singh, Guru General Medical Practice Brown, Ross Pharmacy Sinha, Pallavi Solicitor Byrn, Keith Motor Vehicle Repair Sinha, Prabhat Medical Practitioner Croft, David Power Engineering Smith, Peter Finance Broking Dunlop, Ed NFP Management Taylor, Stephen Architectural Services Freund, Kevin Materials Handling Teale, Allan Tertiary Education Garg, Usha Occupational Health and Safety Touma, Nazih Law (General) Giammarco, Paolo Development & Construction Consultant True, Grahame Electrical Contracting Hallworth, George Grocery Retailing Vaccari, Gulian Pharmacy Helou, George Food Wholesale Distribution van der Sleesen, Peter Electronic Engineering Horwood, Richard Real Estate Sales Vince, Roger Meat Export Isouard, Godfrey Medical Sciences Virgona, Chris Real Estate Management Johnson, Ian Solicitor Vosila, Rick Information Technology Kamkolkar, Anuradha Homeopath Watson, Janelle Library Administration Kamkolkar, Umesh Medical Practitioner HONORARY MEMBERS Kowalski , Andrew Building Construction Manenti, Peter Wine and Spirits Dist Crossan, Arthur Franco, Angelo Martin, David Events Security Systems Ingall, Ted McCluskie, Raymond Vocational Education King, Niall Leftwich, John Wilson, Ray

1 PAUL HARRIS FELLOWSHIP RECIPIENTS 2016

BELINDA NOONAN ARTHUR CROSSAN Online Editor Artist & Philanthropist

Strathfield Rotary Paul Harris Fellows

Warren Abbott David Martin Bradley Ayres Raymond McCluskie Kevin Beltrame Maree McDougall Bill Boyce Rod McDougall Ross Brown Maurice Moroney Keith Byrn Belinda Noonan David Croft Allan Petersen Arthur Crossan Andrew Petersen Shirley Del Prado Moira Pieterse Max Douglas Charles Pitt Peter Douglas Douglas Potter Trevor Duxbury Terry Rohan Peter Foss Joe Saad Angelo Franco Raymond Sherry Kevin Freund Guru Singh Suzanne Freund Lesley Smallwood Connie Galletta Shane Smallwood Paolo Giammarco Peter Smith Fred Haddon Keith Stockall George Hallworth Harley Tarrant George Helou Megan Tarrant Brian Hennell Alan Taylor Jennifer Hennell Denise Taylor Richard Horwood Stephen Taylor Bert Houston Allan Teale Mary Ingall Denise Thomas Ted Ingall Ron Thurgar Brian Johnson Sal Tosto Kamahl Grahame True Umesh Kamkolkar Penny True Eric Khu Roger Vince Niall King John Watkins Tony Lanzafame Euan Watson Kevin Lawrenson Janelle Watson John Leftwich Ray Wilson Peter Manenti Tim Wynn Jones 2 PRESIDENT’S SUMMARY REPORT OF STRATHFIELD ROTARY 2016 STRATEGY 360

This Report is to be read in connection with that produced for the period July 1 2015 to 31 December, 2015 and forms the second six months of Strategy 360. It is appropriate to note that the former Club Strategic Plan concluded in 2014 and for which there was no formal evaluation provided.

Allan Petersen - President 2015-16 Rotary Year

STRATEGY 360 was presented with the following specific intentions: i. That is covered the full Rotary Year, 2015-2016; ii. That it was planned for implementation during four ninety day periods; iii. That the Administrative Team: President; Secretary; Treasurer and 5 Directors would maintain consistent service over the 360 day period-one revolution of the wheel; iv. That Club members would experience opportunities of committee roles and subsequent service according to their changing or constant interests and availability throughout a quarter (ninety days) or the full year. (Roles such as sergeant, raffles co-ordinator, guest speaker arranger deserve a variety of challenges.) v. That the SIX OBJECTIVES set for the STRATEGY 360 include an evaluation by the Administrative Team bearing in mind the Rotary International Rotary Year theme: BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD.

ADMINISTRATION: STRATEGY 360 CHARACTERISTICS • That an Annual Report to be produced in two six monthly accounts • That the Administrative Team provide an annual Report in the final quarter of the year • That these Reports provide specific reference to the administrative area covered • That Semi Annual Dues be updated to include provision of meal vouchers • That meal catering costs for the period to be increased by Club caterer • That a successful State Government Graffiti Grant application of $2 200 be managed • That three Club Assemblies be held and outcomes notified in Club Weekly Newsletter • That a hard copy Weekly Newsletter be published and circulated on Club website • That Board Meeting Decisions be communicated in writing to members • That IT savvy members be responsible for maintaining website and Club Facebook Page • That members and partners enjoy the benefit of regular socialising experiences • That the weekly meeting raffle and sergeant sessions benefit fundraising with good humour • That supportive links with Local Council, State and Federal politicians be maintained. • That members’ welfare be accounted for by designated Club Director as needs arise • That the appointment of a President Elect was not announced till six months into the year • That Club Sponsors, featured in this document, be supported throughout the year • That the President nominate for Board Approval worthy recipients of the Honorary Membership status. Three former members: PP Suzanne Freund; Rotarian Connie Galletta and PP Keith Stockall were included 3 PROGRAM PRIORITIES OF STRATEGY 360: (Including BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD)

• That the weekly Guest Speaker Program was maintained by three Club members

• That inductions of six new members were undertaken over the period (Refer photograph on page …)

• That four previous members resigned from membership due to family commitments, Change of address in this area or business pressures

• That two PHF Awards were presented: one to the Editor of The Burwood Scene, Belinda Noonan and the second to artist philanthropist and Honorary Member, Arthur Crossan (Refer photograph on page ….)

• That the Club BBQ trailer managed by PP Community Service Director, Peter Smith to be Provided for: Eastern Creek Raceway support for North Sydney Sports Club Homebush West School International Day Strathfield Chamber of Commerce May Fair Strathfield Council Spring Carnival Strathfield Council Christmas Carols in the Park

• That a “Gift of Life Ball” be held at the University of Sydney Great Hall in August 2015 in Conjunction with Lymphoma Australia

• That funds to the extent of $1 000 were allocated to the Cancer Council through a local Participant in a Car Rally from Mackay, Queensland to Hobart, Tasmania

• That the Strathfield School for Seniors Computer Class, attended by a Rotarian tutor, PP Raymond McCluskie be awarded funds to the extent of $500 for internet connections

• That the following celebrations be highlighted as significant occasions for members and partners: 111th Anniversary of formation of Rotary-attended by District Governor Elect Stephen Humphreys and wife Judith and Assistant Governor Dr Helen Jagger 45th Anniversary of the chartering of the Club and attended by Mr Jeff Boyce, son of the first Club President, Rotarians Peter Foss, a Foundation Club members and PP Roger Vince, Club Archivist and husband of the Daughter (Mrs Janice Vince) of Foundation Governor, Mr Harry Pickett 40th Anniversary of the formation of South Pacific Probus at a wine tasting Evening for members of the three Probus Clubs sponsored by Strathfield Rotary. (A history of Probus formation was provided by PP George Hallworth). (Birthday cakes were provided as dessert at each of these celebratory occasions)

• That the reintroduction of the RI Centurion Program be drawn to the notice of all members. Each members present on Remembrance Day 2015 was provided with the District 9675 Tower, a collector of $2 coins. Those not present were forwarded a tower by mail.

• That the continuation of forwarding cheques, usually $60/per school-Government or Independent in the Strathfield Municipality was undertaken in Term Four for presentation at school end of year occasions. Director Usha Garg maintained a consistent approach to presenting these cheques as individual schools identified the initiative of the Club.

4 STRATHFIELD COMMUNITY & STRATEGY 360 ( Including BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD)

• That the longstanding and congenial association that the Club enjoys with Strathfield Council was maintained by being associated with: The Club presence at the September Spring Carnival The Club presence at the Christmas Carols in the Park, selling raffle tickets and the President being invited to address the gathering The Council Youth Achievement Awards Presentation following a Selection process of nominations received The Club President being Guest Speaker at a Council Citizenship Award Event

• That participants in Club activities where sponsors are identified in print every effort is made to draw the name and logo of the sponsor to their attention. (Club members and corporate bodies have acted as sponsors during this current Rotary Year)

• That the annual invitation to the Strathfield Croquet Club on a late January summer evening As the inaugural meeting of the year once again proved enjoyable and strong link between the Club members, partners and the croquet club tutors who are delightful hosts.

• That our association with local Secondary Schools has borne positive reciprocation through: Homebush Boys’ High School and District MUNA Program Homebush Boys’ High School and Santa Sabina College Debating Evening Strathfield Girls’ High School Literary Extension Program Homebush Boys’ High School, Meriden School and Strathfield Girls’ High School Interact Clubs at each educational institution Strathfield South High School RYPEN attendees Trinity Grammar Secondary School RYPEN attendee

• That our ongoing connection with the Salvation Army by Guest Speakers over a number of years providing outline of their welfare work Participating in the Annual Red Shield Appeal either as drivers for student collectors Or money managers in the Town Hall Counting House on collection day

• That a $500 contribution to Chalmers Road Special School for the maintenance of the school bus was provided as a result of funds raised at the Probus 40th Birthday wine tasting evening

• That a connection with the local politicians has been maintained at community events such as the Policeman of the Year Awards, the Pride of Workmanship Awards, the Council Youth Achievement Awards and a Club Changeover. The Hon Sang Ok, Mayor of Strathfield has been the sixth inductee of our Club membership this year.

Strathfield Council Homebush Road, Strathfield 9748 9999

5 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (Including BEING A GIFT TO THE WORLD)

• RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program Enrichment) Throughout the two District weekend Camps held this year five students from local Secondary Schools have been funded by the Club).

• RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) A young adult was funded at the request of his Director uncle Director Arie Pappas for the weeklong “life changing experience” held by the District team at Yarramundi, Richmond. (Each of these participants have returned to a weekly Club meeting to provide members with the follow-up of what has been achieved by the participants).

• INTERACT (Rotary connection with the Secondary School student) Strathfield Rotary sponsors three Secondary School Clubs which are supported at their weekly meetings by Rotary past presidents. Meriden School senior students have attended a week’s community service program by self supporting a community in Laos. Meriden Interacters hold an annual School Social at which they raise funds for their Nominated program of the year. (Strathfield Rotarians provide annually a security patrol for this function). Homebush Boys’ High School students assist the Concord Rotary Club with management of their Monthly Markets. Homebush Boys High School members have raised considerable amounts of funds For both local and other specifically identified charities. Strathfield Girls’ High School Interacters were instrumental recently at the Strathfield Chamber of Commerce May Fair in selling more than $600 worth of second hand books. Homebush Boys’ High School Interacters provided early Saturday morning physical support of moving tables and chairs in preparation for the May Fair.

• ROTARACT is a program devised for 18-30 year olds and at the time of writing the prospect of forming such a Club was still being investigated. Support has been provided to date by the District contact and the President of Burwood Rotaract Club. At this stage it is envisaged that a Rotaract Club might be formed based on the students attending the Australian Catholic University, Strathfield Campus.

• ROMAC (Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children) That the District Representative visit the Club as Guest Speaker and an amount of $500 was allocated to deliver positive and measurable outcomes achieving heart warmingly visible results. International Director Bradley Ayres managed this program for the Club.

• ROTARIANS AGAINST MALARIA program was introduced to members this year when it was determined that the Club Bank, The Adelaide and Bendigo Homebush Branch would act as the depository of overseas coins returned to Australia by members. This project is managed by the Rotary Club of Hornsby.

Burwood Council Conder Street, Burwood 9911 9911 6 DISTRICT 9675 CLUB SUPPORT (Including BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD)

• That attendance at periodic Presidents’ Meetings at Liverpool Catholic Club provides communication to/with District Officers and fellow District Club Presidents

• That attendance at the District PETS weekend and District Assembly provides opportunities of training leading to professional development of the Club Administrative Team.

• That attendance at the President Elect Training Program and Rotary Institute Weekend supports continuity of service and fellowship across the District.

• That the New Members’ Seminar held at RDU Parramatta has been an jnitiative this year that permitted three newly inducted members (at that time) to experience and share experiences with members of the District Training Team.

• That through ought the year District Convenors , acting as Guest Speakers provided insights into: Public Relations, led by Stephen Knightly Vocational Service Inaugural SES Personnel Support, led by Dot Hennessey (As a result of this association Club Member, Rotarian Paul Giammarco accepted nomination as a member of the District Vocational Service Committee) International Service featuring the ROMAC Program, let by Marian

• That four members and three partners attended the District Conference held in March at the Port Stephens Wests Club. The theme of this weekend program was “The Magic of Rotary”.

• That the President and he youngest Club Member, Rotarian Edward Dunlop attended the Zone Youth Summit in Canberra in September 2015 to be greater acquainted with the programs of Interact and Rotaract. The impetus to investigate the creation of a Rotaract Club associated with Strathfield Rotary began over this weekend. (Coincidentally the President was reacquainted with incoming RI Director Neil Trevaskis who was a school student of his when they met as teacher and student in 1961 at The Retreat Public School, NSW).

• That the recording of time taken on Rotary business during the months of August, 2015 and March 2016 were allocated and forwarded for the benefit of collection by District. Time totals and averages were reported in the Club Newsletter at those times.

• That the ongoing process of selecting National Youth Science Forum candidates from the applications received by the Club committee of three, is being undertaken at the time of writing, to forward any names to District for future interviews if considered worthy. Parent financial support is sought of any successful candidate.

7 PRESIDENTIAL SUMMARY OF STRATEGY 360 • That the analysis of member attendance record reveals that: The average weekly attendance of 83% of membership was 20.5 members The least weekly attendance of 83% of membership was 14 members on the evening of the Council Young Achievers’ Awards The greatest weekly attendance of 83% of membership was 26 members on the evening of the Adult Christmas Party with music organised by PP Grahame True and friends. • That the social event programmed for a celebration of Taronga Zoo this year was not held • That the previous Annual ANZAC Day morning Celebration arranged with the co-operation of the Cape Cabarita Social Club was not held this year at the recommendation of that committee. Rotarians were encouraged to join with the Breakfast Point Rotary Club instead. • That there was a limited number of inter-club meetings held except in July/August 2015 when the President visited Concord, Drummoyne and Fivedock Clubs to offer an invitation for other Rotarians to take part in the “Gift of Life Ball”. • That female membership stands at 1:12, considerably lower than the 1:5 statistically worldwide. • That a credit balance has been achieved through scrupulous annual financial management, despite a written Budget not being produced but reporting at monthly Board meetings. • That an invited District representative to one of our meetings noted: “Your club certainly has a good vibrancy and progressive initiatives In your mix of activities”. “I am including some of the interesting points raised by your members, as I am sure These will be important elements of consideration to many clubs: + Rotary as a membership of Aspiration + Membership diversity especially where women are not well represented + There is a need for clubs to avoid all reinventing the wheel + How do we get surrounding clubs involved to help the overall impact of PR?” Ravi Ravindran, President, Rotary International 2015-16 has exhorted with: “Everyone one of us has something to give-whoever we are, whatever our place In life. We can give our talent, our knowledge, our abilities, and our effort; we Can give our dedication and devotion. Through Rotary we can take these gifts And make a genuine difference in the lives of others and in the world” GIVING: Indescribable Fellowship (through) Timely Service Allan Petersen Strathfield Rotary President 2015-2016

Chandra Palliva Sang Allan Prabhat Rick Andrew Banerjee Sinha Ok Petersen Sinnha Vosila Aravanis MARKETING SOLICITOR CONSULTANT PRESIDENT DOCTOR MANAGER FINANCIER SIX ROTARIANS INDUCTED AS CLUB MEMBERS DURING 2015-2016 8 SECRETARY’S REPORT

It has again been a pleasure for me to present Secretary’s Report for the 2015-2016 year under the leadership of President Allan Petersen and backed by a highly competent and dedicated board. This is my second term as Club Secretary and I look forward to serving a third term under PE Stephen Taylor.

Each year, the new President brings a new perspective to the president’s role. President Allan is no exception with the very detailed “Strategy 360” strategic plan and he has furthermore brought a new, more struc- tured approach to weekly meetings and board meetings. Weekly meeting have flowed smoothly and have rarely gone overtime.

• We continue to see success in major Club Events and in particular the deferred but much anticipated Gala Ball and Dinner at Sydney University’s Great Hall which, though carried from the previous year was effectively consummated by the committee headed by Club Services Director Arie Papas. • Graffiti Removal continues to be a great success lead ably by the indomitable PP Peter Smith. • I joined three other of our Club members at the 9675 District Conference held in March • The now, finally universal access to email by members has made it possible to circulate all members much of the correspondence that in previous years would have been announced at meetings with the result that any members not in attendance would have missed out. • However the emergence of the electronic communications being ever more prolific has resulted in vast quantities of “junk mail” that needs to be culled. Furthermore we continue to receive multiple requests for donations in the mail from, no doubt deserving, charities re questing support. It continues to be the club’s tradition to support a few selected charities and make a real difference, rather than to pay small amounts to multiple charitable organisations. • The Secretary’s role essentially involves the efficient administration of the Club’s affairs including record-keeping, minute-taking and receiving and circulating information within and outside the club. (While overseas on business on occasions, Member Ed Dunlop has capably acted as Board Minutes Secretary)

It has been a very satisfying year for me personally but I would not have been able to carry out the role as Secretary without the very able assistance of Pres Allan and Treasurer Rod and of course my wife Jan who most of you would know as a fairly regular guest at our Club. Jan again made a big contribution by taking and typing the minutes for the AGM.

I would especially like to express my most sincere thanks to PP Rod McDougall who has always given his time and assistance to me without qualification and has made my job very much easier than it otherwise would have been.

Peter van der Sleesen Strathfield Rotary Secretary 2015-2016

9 ROTARY CLUB OF STRATHFIELD - TREASURER'S REPORT Rod McDougall DONATIONS Treasurer 2015-16 Donations Out Australian International Academy Citizenship Prize 60.00 Report as at 31 May 2016 Chalmers Road School 500.00 (Audited accounts for year ended 30 June 2016 Chalmers Road School Citizenship Prize 60.00 will be presented at annual general meeting) Homebush Boys High School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Homebush Public School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Homebush West Public School Citizenship Prize 60.00 INCOME AND EXPENDITURE Jassal Family / Bridges Walk / Cancer Council 250.00 Account Income Expenditure Result Lara Jean Association 200.00 Lymphoma Australia 26,000.00 Badges and Accessories 15.00 494.95 (479.95) Marie Bashir Public School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Bank Fees 0.00 30.45 (30.45) Meriden Senior School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Barbecue Equipment 0.00 352.00 (352.00) New South Wales Police Legacy 1,500.00 Bowelcare 840.00 840.00 0.00 Recognition of Youth Awards 140.00 Carols in the Park 4,265.70 754.22 3,511.48 Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children 500.00 Rotary Youth Leadership Award 780.00 Centurion Club (Rotary Foundation) 700.00 700.00 0.00 Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment 1,475.00 Christmas Party - Childrens 810.00 850.00 (40.00) Salvation Army Moree 4,500.00 Christmas Party - Members 3,081.20 3,731.80 (650.60) Santa Maria Del Monte Citizenship Prize 60.00 City to Surf Volunteering 225.00 0.00 225.00 Santa Sabina College Citizenship Prize 60.00 Club Dinners 17,722.50 23,159.00 (5,436.50) Shabaz Tasipale / Young Diplomats Tour 500.00 St Anne's Catholic Scholl Citizenship Prize 60.00 Club Meeting Room Hire 0.00 2,050.00 (2,050.00) St Martha's Primary School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Club Raffles 6,007.35 979.32 5,028.03 St Patrick's College Citizenship Prize 120.00 Croquet Evening 300.00 240.00 60.00 Strathfield Croquet Club 60.00 Floral Tributes 0.00 213.00 (213.00) Strathfield Girls High School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Strathfield School for Seniors 500.00 Gala Ball (major fundraiser) 50,620.30 52,618.63 (1,998.33) Strathfield South High School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Graffiti Removal Project 2,200.00 825.95 1,374.05 Strathfield South Public School Citizenship Prize 60.00 Interact 0.00 334.95 (334.95) The Science Experience 480.00 IT Services 0.00 548.33 (548.33) Touch and Go Rally / Cancer Council 1,000.00 Literature Night 1,177.40 1,820.00 (642.60) Trinity Grammar School Citizenship Prize 60.00 May Fair (with Chamber of Commerce) 1,456.30 423.50 1,032.80 Total $39,405.00 Member Dues 2015-16 21,216.70 9,789.75 11,426.95 Donations In Misc Donations In 525.32 0.00 525.32 Arthur Crossan Paintings / Charles Pitt 50.00 Arthur Crossan Paintings / Members - Guests 150.00 Misc Donations Out 0.00 10,510.00 (10,510.00) Arthur Crossan Paintings / Steve Taylor 50.00 Muscle Cars at Eastern Creek 2,015.00 0.00 2,015.00 Christmas Party - Childrens / Connie Galletta 330.00 National Tree Day 1,055.47 632.24 423.23 City to Surf Volunteering / Rotary Club of Bondi 225.00 North Shore Sports Barbecue 3,000.00 0.00 3,000.00 Gala Ball / Anonymous 375.00 Police Officer of the Year Awards 5,160.00 6,095.04 (935.04) Gala Ball / Anonymous 166.70 Gala Ball / Denise Taylor for J Stone 200.00 Postal Expenses 0.00 383.50 (383.50) Gala Ball / Dr Jan Milburn 50.00 Pride of Workmanship Awards 5,037.50 5,948.00 (910.50) Gala Ball / George Hallworth 115.00 Raffle Trailer Expenses 0.00 63.00 (63.00) Gala Ball / Gerard Schipp 500.00 Rotary Down Under Magazine 16.80 1,920.00 (1,903.20) Gala Ball / Keith Stockall 125.00 Rotary Recognition of Youth Awards 0.00 140.00 (140.00) Gala Ball / Les Hockley 250.00 Gala Ball / Liz Forrester 100.00 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards 0.00 780.00 (780.00) Gala Ball / Manenti Quinlan 500.00 Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment 0.00 1,475.00 (1,475.00) Gala Ball / Margaret Rennie 100.00 School Debating Competition 0.00 171.50 (171.50) Gala Ball / Mourad Nosir 300.00 Sergeant's Fine Sessions 2,670.50 0.00 2,670.50 Gala Ball / Strathfield Council 1,500.00 Gala Ball / Ted Ingall 500.00 SGHS Multicultural Day 100.00 0.00 100.00 Gala Ball / Tommy Mercuri 100.00 Spring Festival 765.70 677.46 88.24 Gala Ball / Vieira Enterprises 500.00 Success Conference 0.00 360.00 (360.00) Graffiti Project / NSW Department Justice 2,200.00 Youth Achievement Awards 2,760.00 2,561.27 198.73 National Tree Day / Strathfield Council 991.47 Police Awards / Alvaro Bros 300.00 Totals $133,743.74 $132,472.86 $1,270.88 Police Awards / Burwood Council 250.00 Police Awards / Homebush Community Bank 250.00 BANK ACCOUNT BALANCES Police Awards / Manenti Quinlan 250.00 Police Awards / Premier Panel Beating 250.00 Bank Account Balances as at 31.5.16 Police Awards / Richardson & Wrench Strathfield 250.00 (Net of Unpresented Items) Police Awards / Selected Broking and Finance 250.00 General Account $15,624.57 Police Awards / Strathfield Golf Club 250.00 Service Account $1,273.85 Police Awards / Strathfield Municipal Council 250.00 Toal Funds $16,898.42 Police Legacy / Richardson & Wrench Strathfield 330.00 Allocated Funds Pride Workmanship / Homebush Community Bank 250.00 Graffiti Clean-up Project $2,937.72 Pride Workmanship / Peter Smith 250.00 2014-15 Planned Expenditure (est) $1,750.00 Salvation Army Moree / Allan Petersen 187.32 Youth Awards / Peter Smith 250.00 2016-17 Receipts (in advance) $3,354.00 Youth Awards / Strathfield Council 500.00 $8,041.72 Youth Awards / Usha Garg 250.00 Current Uncommitted Funds $8,856.70 Total $13,695.49 10 CLUB SERVICE Director’s Report

It has been a pleasure to have served on the Board under the Presidency of Allan Petersen. As a relatively new member of the club and as a first time director I would like to thank our members, for their guidance and advice. With special thanks to President Allan, PP Rod McDougall and Bradley Ayres for their mentorship.

• Membership - Our membership currently stands at 48 active members and 6 Honorary members. We had 6 new members join our club - Chandra Banerjee, Rick Vosila, Andrew Aravanis, Prabhat Sinha, Pallavi Sinha and Sang Ok. Unfortunately, we also had some long standing members depart from our club including PP Keith Stockall, Connie Galletta, PP Suzanne Freund and Peter Revelos. • Members Attendance/Apologies thanks to Gulian Vaccari for being an ever reliable keeper of the statistics and also for introducing some innovative measures which have resulted in more accurate attendance prediction. Special thanks again to PP Rod McDougall for his assistance in automating this process through his technological prowess. • Meetings remain at the Strathfield Golf Club, thanks to caterers Peter and Kay for their efforts and flexibility in providing meals weekly and on special occasions. • Guest Speaker Program - The Club has had a busy schedule of guest speakers on many interesting and diverse topics. Thanks to Paolo Giammarco, PP Peter Manenti, Usha Garg and Ed Dunlop in arranging and co-ordinating speakers. We have also had enlightening vocational talks from members including Ed Dunlop, Gulian Vaccari and Dr Prabhat Sinha. • Weekly Newsletter and Online Communications. Many thanks to our dedicated team of Andrew Kowalski, PP Raymond McCluskie, Chandra Banerjee and President Allan Petersen for keeping us up-to-date on what’s happening in our world. Special mention and thanks to Lesley Smallwood of Selectprint for her continued long term support in printing our weekly newsletters and special programs, including this annual publication. Special thanks to recent Paul Harris Fellow recipient Belinda Noonan of “Burwood Scene” publication. Belinda ensures the local community is kept abreast of Rotary and its achievements locally and globally. • Sergeant – PP Joseph Saad, PP Keith Byrne, Chris Virgona and PP Grahame True have shared the sergeant’s duties using the age old rule “don’t let the truth get in the way of a good fine” very well, to raise laughs and funds. • Welfare - It has been pleasing to see the level of caring and concern our members have for one another, in keeping the membership informed of those who are experiencing health problems. Thank you to PP Keith Byrne as welfare officer and other members who have contributed in this regard and especially those who take the time to visit those in hospital or convalescing at home. • Historian, Public Relations and Quartermaster – PP Roger Vince has continued to maintain the archives of photographs and documents detailing our proud history. Thanks also to our various photographers for creating eternal memories, especially PP Stephen Taylor and Bradley Ayres. • Probus Clubs Co-ordinator – PP George Hallworth has looked after our Probus Clubs with aplomb. • Raffles – PP Keith Stockall, Umesh Kamkolkar, Anuradha Kamkolkar, Janelle Watson and more recently “Raffles” Rick Vosila have added a little bit of spice to our evenings with the weekly raffle. This always adds some fun to our meetings and also a great fundraiser.

11 • Events – there have been many successful social events, which were extremely well organised and attended. These events were well co-ordinated thanks to the efforts of most of our members with special mention to PP Grahame and Penny True, PP Rod and Maree McDougall, Connie Galletta, Bradley and Cheryl Ayres and Athena Pappas. These events include: o Christmas Party\Children’s Christmas Party o Croquet Event o Lunch at “Johanna” in Bowral with the Alvaro’s - special thanks to Johanna and Domenico for their hospitality o Various social dinner outings o The social fundraising highlight of the year being “The Gift of Life Ball” for Lymphoma Australia. This successful event was held at The Great Hall of Sydney. In addition to being a grand social occasion we were able to raise funds and present a cheque for $25,000 to Lymphoma Australia.

Congratulations and my thanks to the many, who assisted, participated and donated to this worthy event.

It takes a herculean effort to achieve the accomplishments of the Rotary Club, for that I personally thank each and every one of you. My apologies to the individuals whom I may have missed in this report, as there are so many of you doing so many important tasks. It was my pleasure to have served the Rotary Club of Strathfield alongside my fellow office bearers.

Arie Pappas Director – Club Service 2015 - 2016

Gift of Life Gala Ball including Rotarian Bradley & Cheryl Ayres held at the Great Hall of Sydney University in August, 2015 12 Community Service Director’s Report Our Strathfield Rotarians have had a very busy and rewarding year in Community Service – or as I prefer to say Service to the Community. The club’s BBQ team have participated in a large number of community events, both big and small. In no particular order the club either helped the local schools in their fundraising and social justice activities or for our own community fundraising via the following events:

• Strathfield Spring Fair – an annual and major Council sponsored Fair • Carols in the Park – proceeds of over $3,500 were donated to the Salvo’s at Moree • Strathfield Girls High School – an annual BBQ helping the school celebrate International day • Homebush West Public School – we joined the fun of their Halloween Day and Pancake Tuesday • Strathfield Council –Australia Day, Plant a Tree, Clean-up Australia • Eastern Creek – 9 BBQ’s for a sports car club resulting in Raising $3,500 • The 2016 May Fair – a partnership with Strathfield Chamber of Commerce. A great community event. A good opportunity for PR and fundraising.

There are simply too many Rotarians, who have helped during the year, to mention everyone personally. However, it would be remiss of me if I didn’t sincerely thank the hard-core regulars; Grahame True, Rod McDougall, Keith Stockall, Andrew Kowalski, Allan Petersen, Raymond McCluskie, Dinesh Garg, Roger Vince, Allan Teale, Dave Martin, Anuradha Kamkolkar and Gulian Vaccari. My apology if I missed anyone.

And of course Community Service isn’t about just doing BBQ’s – although I believe it is a great and positive way to fly the Rotary flag within in local community. The club has been active in the following areas:

• BowelCare – members helped distribute, monitor and collect 400 bowel care kits through 12 pharmacies. • Red Shield Appeal – while not an official Rotary project the Salvo doorknock appeal has been actively supported by Strathfield Rotary for over 25 years. This year was no exception. • Graffiti Removal Project– another successful year with many Community, Corporate, School, Strathfield Council - and of course Rotary - volunteers. During the year the club was awarded the prestigious Blue Star Achievement Award by Keep Australia Beautiful for its anti-graffiti program. • Interact Clubs—The Homebush Boys’ High School Interact Club has t been visited weekly to encourage the ideals of community service within its members. This has been wonderfully reciprocated by their support of the Concord Rotary Club Markets, and in assistance in providing the tables and chairs in Strathfield Square for the Chamber of Commerce May Fair stall of the preloved book sales managed by the Strathfield Girls’ High School Club. An approach from the Burwood Rotary Club to sponsor this Interact Club of Strathfield Girls’ School has been sustained by weekly visits of their meetings and encouragement of their regular fundraising enterprises.

13 Probus: During the year we again hosted members from our local Probus Clubs. My thanks to PP George Hallworth and President Allan for arranging the visit and for their continued support of Probus within the Strathfield Rotary family. Rotarian George was responsible for facilitating a historical record of the forty year association Strathfield Rotary has with three Probus Clubs, all sponsored at differing times by Strathfield Rotary.

Club Raffles: Last but not least, I thank all those who ran, helped or provided donated goods for the weekly and especially the special event raffles. I am always amazed at the generosity of our Rotarians whether they donate prizes, often substantial, be ticket sellers or be a bighearted purchaser. Again too many to mention personally – but well done guys.

To President Allan – thank you for allowing me to be the Service to the Community Director this year and for your support and encouragement.

Peter Smith Director, Community Service 2015 - 2016

14 International Service Director’s Report

Highlights:

• Visit to our club by Maria Moran (District 9675 Chair - ROMAC) on 10-Feb-2016 • Talk to our Club by Ron Delezio (Eastern Chair (NSW & ACT) on 10- Feb-2016 • Donation to ROMAC of $500 • Maria Moran District 9675 Chair has reported that this was a busy year for ROMAC, as she had visited twenty two of our clubs. She went on to say that she attended the District Conference with Rosie, the fifth ROMAC child treated in Australia from Fiji who told a remarkable story about the change that ROMAC has facilitated in her life.

Bradley Ayres Director - International Service 2015 - 2016

Ron Delezio, Maria Moran and Allan Petersen Strathfield Club President

Andrew Kowalski, Peter Smith, Bradley Ayres Newsletter Club Service International Service Editor Director Director

15 New Generations Director’s Report

The New Generations service of a Rotary club is to encourage constructive and positive changes in our young through leadership development and community involvement and to this end, this year we saw extensive activity and outstanding achievements from our young in the Strathfield. My sincere thanks to all our club members and particularly to our board members who contributed substantially, spontaneously and selflessly to these activities whenever required. I enjoyed my role thoroughly as Director, New Generations and owe this privilege in no small measure to Allan Petersen, our president this year for kindly inducting me to the board. Provided below is a synopsis of the years programs and some interesting highlights.

ROTARACT The idea of sponsoring a Rotaract Club potentially at Australian Catholic University was floated and explored further by many discussions at club meetings. District Rotaract members Rebecca Weragoda and Liz Huynh were invited to a lively brainstorming session chaired by our young member Ed Dunlop, at our club dinner meeting in February.

INTERACT The three Interact clubs sponsored by Strathfield Rotary have grown from strength to strength and absolutely flourished this year. The INTERACT CLUB at HOMEBUSH BOYS HIGH SCHOOL, started a few years ago is now the most active of Interact clubs. Recently the club published all their activities in a bulletin and at the farewell

of the outgoing board, our own Peter Smith was acknowledged in print as follows: “Our co-ordinator and mentor, Mr. Peter Smith is single handedly the most important member of Interact. His wisdom, ideas and connections are vital to the club’s success. His contributions are extremely generous and carefree and his hospitality is that of a father. Thank you for everything you have done and you will do for years to come”. The club raised $7000 through the year through various activities (including the Concord Markets) and donated to many organizations such as the ANZAC Research Institute, the Leukemia foundation, the exodus foundations and the Royal Surf Life Saving Association.

Following this, a similar success story was repeated by the INTERACT CLUB at STRATHFIELD GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL, where membership growth and fundraising exceeded all expectations. The young girls initiated and participated in numerous fundraising activities and raised over $3000. At the most recent event,

the May Fun Fair they raised more than $600 from the sale donated or unwanted books. The money was distributed to many worthy organizations such as UNICEF, DAYS FOR GIRLS, RED SHIELD etc. over the year.

MERIDEN INTERACT has performed exceedingly well, thanks to the boundless enthusiasm of the girls and their teacher Sharna Kershaw and the unerring support of Roger Vince. In September 2015, an amount of $5000 was presented to Plan Australia for education of girls in war torn and developing countries like Afganistan. The highlight was a 11 day visit in December 2015 to Laos by 17 girls, where they took part in animal protection activities with a focus on elephant conservation. The girls made generations donations to the local school in the form of educational materials and helped with the education of children, by actively participating in the construction of the Nong Tok Village local school.

RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) With the continuing commitment of Roger Vince and Peter Smith and the added commitment of Arie Pappas this year, 5 students were sponsored by our club to 2 RYPEN camps in the year. Madison King from Meriden attended the camp at the National Centre for Indigenous Excellence in July and the April 2016 camp at Teen Ranch Cobbitty was attended by 4 students from 4 different schools (Leon Rettie from South Strathfield High, Daisy Hannaford from Meriden; Lydia Cellucci from Strathfield Girls’ High and Athan Pappas from Trinity Grammar). All students were ecstatic about the learning experience of the camp and our club was treated to interesting de-briefs on their return to the club.

RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) Our young university student Dimitri Kikilas who attended the camp was stimulated and challenged along with other participants to reach beyond their comfort zones and rise to the occasion. Dimitri was regarded by our Club members as the best returning presenter and spoke very convincingly about his experience at the camp. Listening carefully, uncle Arie was quick to present his own RYLA photograph at the meeting.

YAA (Strathfield Youth Achievement Awards) With some exemplary team work from many of our Strathfield Rotarians partnering with our Strathfield Council, our local Schools, our sporting clubs, community and community groups, our young award winners, all families and friends, the Strathfield Youth Achievement Awards 2016 was judged an outstanding success.

17 Fourteen students from our schools and local area showcased exceptional talent and work in community services, caring for the environment, individual and team sports, technology, art and science. Our raffle beneficiary on the night, the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children also did well. The awards were presented by our member for Strathfield Jodi Mckay, our Mayor of Strathfield, Sang Ok and our club president.

Earlier in September, the 2015 Youth Achievement Awards were held on a smaller scale. Four young achievers were awarded for showing exceptional talent and work in fundraising, helping family and friends in need, technology and individual sport.

ROYA Recognition of Youth Award All three students nominated by our club and from Strathfield schools received the Rotary Youth Achievement awards, held at a gala function in Liverpool catholic club. Amaan Ansari from Homebush High received a prize for community service along with Katerina Mesterovic and Zoe Whelan-Young from Meriden winning prizes in the junior and senior sections.

MUNA (Model United Nations Assembly) A team of three students from Hombush Boys High School accompanied by their teacher Mr. Chabes Elaro and President Allan Petersen attended the Model United Nations Assembly held at the NSW Parliament in May this year. Representing Russia, the boys thoroughly enjoyed the experience and believed they got a great deal out of the assembly.

LEP (Literature Extension Program) Presented every year by Strathfield Girls High School Students around book week, this years program in September 2015 was once again a runaway success. The pin drop silence in the room while the girls made their presentations for the book of their choice said a lot about the attention and concentration of listening Rotarians, teachers & parents.

ROTARY CITIZENSHIP

AWARDS In continuation with the tradition started in 1973, the Rotary Club of Strathfield, sponsored the School Citizenship Awards in all the sixteen schools in our local area. This prize is awarded to a worthy student showing outstanding service to the School and the wider community. Deserving students, selected by the schools received the award in the form of a prize book or cash accompanied by

a Rotary Citizenship Certificate. All Junior school awards were presented by our Rotarians.

18 DEBATING (Maurie Moroney Memorial Debate) Our veteran debate organiser, Raymond McCluskie presented the lively Maurie Moroney Memorial Debate between Homebush Boys High School and Santa Sabina College. The teams debated a contemporary and relevant topic “Science education is no longer an option; it must be a compulsory subject in senior secondary education”. In a neck to neck hair raising competition, adjudicated by PDG Paul Sarks, Santa Sabina walked away with the Lew Wilson Shield by the narrowest of margins.

STUDENT SPONSORSHIPS

Leanne Qian , a 3rd year medical student from UNSW, was sponsored for the Australia’s Asia Medical Students’ Exchange Program delegation to India. The visit allowed students to learn and experience the healthcare systems and programs in other countries. Latifa Tasipale a 17 year old student from MLC Burwood chosen as one of only 16 Australian students to the first ever United Nations Youth Association Young Diplomat’s Tour for 2016, was part sponsored by our club. Both students presenting comprehensive de-brief sessions about their activities on return to our club.

CSE (the Conocophillips Science Experience at UNSW) Many students from Strathfield South High School were sponsored to attend the The Conocophillips Science Experience at UNSW.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS A Halloween BBQ for students was held on October 30th at Homebush West Public School, along with other BBQs and pancake Tuesdays to help raise funds for the school. A crafted thank you card received from a pupil from the School says it all: “Thank you very much for supporting our Halloween Disco. We sure appreciate partnering with you on events like this to help build pupil community.” The school also received $500 from our club to buy raw materials to donate completed products to “wrapped with love” .

NYSF (National Youth Science Forum) In 2015, candidates were interviewed, but none met our standards of sponsorship. Interviews are currently under way for selection of next year’s candidate.

Once again, thanks to all our club members, our families and friends who contributed to our New Generations in any way, as we continuously aspire to unfold the enormous potential for leadership, achievement and the ability to do good in our young.

Dr. Usha R Garg Director, New Generations

Homebush Selectprint (NSW) Pty Ltd Strathfied Golf Club Community Bank 16 The Crescent, Homebush 9642 0326 Rochester Street, 9746 6434 Homebush 9764 6616

19 VOCATIONAL SERVICE DIRECTOR’S REPORT 2016

POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR REPORT

The Police Officer of the Year Awards night was once again a highlight of the Rotary year and it was my great pleasure to host the evening.

The awards were held on the 28th October, 2015 and presented to officers from both Burwood & Flemington Local Area Commands.

• Plaques were presented to 6 Officers from each Local Area Command. The Police Officers of the Year were then presented with the shield for each of the LACs. The recipients being: • Burwood Area Command – Constable Derek Pontois • Flemington area Command – Leading Senior Constable Leah Collins

As usual there was a raffle on the evening which raised $1000 to which our Rotary Club added $500 and $1500 was presented to Senior Sergeant Paul Bousfield who was representing Police Legacy.

On the evening Honorary Member Arthur Crossin also donated a number of paintings for purchase and I thank him for his continued support and generosity to our Club. The evening was attended by Acting Deputy Commissioner Geoff McKechnie who was our guest speaker on this occasion. Geoff gave a very interesting talk on some of his personal experiences from his time as a Police Officer.

There were 92 attendees on the evening.

I would also like to thank the sponsors for the evening: Homebush Community Bank Richardson & Wrench, Strathfield Premier Panel Beating Selected Financial Broking Selectprint Strathfield Golf Club Strathfield Council Burwood Council Mannenti Quinlan Alvaro Bros Specialist Builders

Keith Byrn Vocational Services Director 2015 - 2016

2220 VOCATIONAL SERVICE PRIDE OF WORKMANSHIP AWARDS

The 2015 Pride of Workmanship Awards were held on November 25th at Strathfield Golf Club with a record 18 awardees and a supportive audience of over 120 attending.

As in previous years the award citation was read out by the nominator, however a sensible change was to limit the citation to 200 words. This allowed the presentations to flow smoothly and required tight scripting by the nominators (which wasn’t always followed) The range of awardees was again simply amazing ranging from a motor mechanic, teachers, administrators, sales people, a psychologist, a Professor of Neurology and a barista.

All recipients were worthy of awardees, as they clearly understood the motto of Pride of Workman- ship “Do it one do it well - for Australia”. A number of awardees were very well supported by friends and family.

The Ray Sherry shield was awarded to Professor Simon Lewis from Sydney University, who special- ises in the research and treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Mrs Nancy Sherry was present to make the presentation.

In addition to his research work, the Professor runs a busy clinic, trains young doctors and writes prodigiously on Parkinson’s related issues. Professor Lewis is a worthy winner of the shield this year.

PP Stephen Taylor Event Chair