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Week 23 3rd December 2015

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Our Leadership IN SERVICE OF ROTARY 2015/2016 The Presidential Proclamation What an entertaining guest speaker this week when we were very fortunate to have Pete Smith from Channel 9 and the ABC speak about his career. His stories were hilarious and very enjoyable to listen to. Thank you Jo Wells and her Team for organising and running the very suc- cessful Cake Stall. A huge amount of work went into this, culminating in RI President beautifully presented items being sold outside the Commonwealth Bank in K. R. Ravindran North Balwyn Village. Thanks Ian Mollison for the use of his office space for storage. This month, the Rotary International theme is Disease Prevention and Treat- ment. Rotary's top priority continues to be the eradication of polio, but Rotari- ans also take on great responsibilities to fight other diseases. Rotarians set up health camps and training facilities in undeveloped countries, and in com- DG 9800 munities struggling with HIV/AIDS and malaria; they also design and build the Julie Mason infrastructure for doctors, nurses, governments, and partners to reach the one in six people in the world who can't afford to pay for health care. Our own member Sue McDonald has been involved in health education in Timor Leste. Disease prevention and treatment takes on many forms, from supporting studies to helping immunize people to improving drinking water and the sani- AG Therese McKenney tation infrastructure. The world relies on Rotary to tackle these global chal- lenges, and to set an example for others to follow. This is one of Rotary’s gifts to the world. So this week please do go and - Polio vaccinators make signifi- Be a Gift to the World cant headway in Nigeria - Giving voice to those who President Jane. might otherwise live in a silent President RCNB Disease Prevention and Treatment world Jane Pennington - Drug wars, financial setbacks Read news about Rotary's efforts to fight disease no match for Mexico clinic MEETINGS - Family health days help by clicking on the links on the right 250,000 in Africa THURSDAYS 6 for 6.30pm Next Week: It’s our Club’s Christmas Dinner. Kew Golf Club Featuring the North Balwyn Primary School Choir. 120 Belford Road Kew Please bring a child’s gift (up to $20.00, unwrapped) for Camcare. 3102 Ph. Please advise Hugo if you are bringing a guest or partner. 9859 6848 Please also consider your holiday plans and advise the Club of your absences from meetings well in advance to allow catering to be properly planned. WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Guest Speaker Peter Smith: Behind the Scenes in Radio, TV and Vaudeville.

Peter Philip Smith OAM (born 29 May 1939 in Melbourne, Victoria) is an Australian radio and television voice-over artist. He is primarily known for his work withGTV-9 Melbourne as their announcer, including being the announcer on the nationally screened quiz show Sale of the Century for twenty-one years. Peter started his career with the ABC associated with Radio Australia and short wave radio transmission of the Hit Parade. Leading from this he made contact with Short Wave buffs and still corresponds with a friend in the USA who he also visited. In the 1950’s everything was live and Pete was the voice of “Welcome to the Sale of The Cen- tury” which he laughs came out that way because of a slow scrolling text which made him hang on the word Sale. Peter was good friends with his colleague Philip Brady and they laugh now about how in the 50’s they used to work the afternoon shift in dinner suits as the ABC was a very disciplined workplace. Peter worked for 52 years with TV Channel 9 and worked along side Graham Kennedy who was notorious for try- ing to put Peter off his task by revving up the audience whilst Peter was reading advertisements. 1979 saw Peter Smith awarded the Douglas Wilkie Medal for doing the least for Australian rules football in the fairest manner. Peter gave us an animated and enthusiastic presentation and we laughed about the time he tried a comedy act where the props went wrong and Ernie Sigley was speared in the back on stage! Fortunately he wasn’t hurt. We could have listened all night. To get a hint of Peter’s workplace you must watch this—Click HERE and HERE Thanks Peter for a fascinating presentation about your ground breaking, history making, career in Australian Ra- dio and TV. 2015 Christmas Fare

2 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Congratulations Bill Oakley Bill was awarded with a Youth Service Award from the International Fellowship of Scouting Rotarians in recognition of his services to scouting. Rotary International has been a partner with the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides in serving young people since their inception. The principles and goals of Rotary, Scouting and Guiding are closely allied. Character- building; service to country, to others, and to self; teaching leadership skills; and becoming aware of the world around us–these are all incor- porated into the programs and activities of each organization. The values expressed in Rotary International’s Motto and the Four Way Test greatly parallel those articulated in the Scout Oath, Law, Mot- to, and Slogan. Rotarians have long served as role models, demonstrating leadership, character, and the value of selfless service to the community. Rotary founder Paul P. Harris was himself a recipient of Scouting's prestigious Silver Buffalo award in 1934. His and others' efforts represent to a high degree the slogan "Every Ro- tarian an Example to Youth." Read More HERE District Governor Nominating Committee It is official that Past President Adrian is on the nominating committee for the 2018-19 D9800 District Governor. Congratulations Adrian on accepting this position of responsi- bility.

Brian and Areta Hurnard registered a meeting Make—up on the MS Zaandam, in South At- lantic whist on a cruise to The Falkland Islands!

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Happy News from Solomon Islands Dear Mr. Bob and Mum Carmel, I am very happy to inform you that Mr. Joseph and Ms. Cathy just have new babies. They have twin boys. Thanks be to God. Fr. Joseph Thanh, sdb. DON BOSCO RTC TETERE

Mother Mazzello Development Centre Henderson Solomon Islands We received a very special email received today from Sister Anna Maria one of the loving and caring Salesian Sisters at the Mother Mazzello Development Centre – Henderson S.I. What makes this Report so very special is to remember the majority of the young women welcomed into The Centre” had been abused and could not read or write. The email provides detail about The Centre’s achievements and plans for next year. Over the last 4 to 5 years the Centre has achieved amazing success through the support of the Rotary Club of North Balwyn and our most gener- ous Partner, Aisin Australia Pty. Ltd. donating over 20 new electric sewing machines for the young women to be trained in sewing and dressmaking skills. The photographs showing the happy smiles of the students completes the story – “ A picture is worth a thousand words” This Project is without doubt another wonderful example of our current Rotary theme – “ Be a gift to the world “ With thanks to all who have worked hard to make this Project possible Bob Bott

Message from Sr Anna Maria and Community On the 27th of November we had the second group of our small school graduation. 23 ladies achieved their skills in textile, cooking and the other subject we are offering in our Centre. With this last group we reached out 79 young women in these last two years. Most of them have their own small business at home, selling sewing items at the market or for their neighbourhood. Three of them had been employed in a parish rural skills school as Home Eco- nomic teachers. A number of them is teaching sewing to women groups in their local areas. We are definitely pleased about the outcome of our small Centre, looking forward for the next year's groups. Hopefully next year we will be registered under the Diocese of Honiara Education Authority, getting recognition of our certificate from the Government. This will require from us the extension of our course from 5 months to a year. There will be 5 months of formal teaching in our school and the following 5 months will be on practical: the participants will be asked to produce what they learned either for their family or neighbourhood, for the market or shops, or eventually to find employment in shops or restaurants. In this way also the mothers with children can fulfil the requirements for the graduation. For next year we will keep the division in two groups of 25 participants and now that we are well known we think it will be full number!!! The Laura Vicuna Hostel is still working. The schools will end the 12th of December even if some USP girls already completed their exams and are on holidays. We had the full number for the whole year: 36 boarders...it means that more girls are studying and more families are concern of their safetyness and academic achievement! We, the Salesian Sisters, are grateful for your continuous support and help to carry out this program for the pro- gress of the Country through the development of its women. We assure our prayer for your intentions, your health and the goodness of your family. thank you once more.

4 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Our last 2015 Meeting : Thursday 17th December Club Breakfast. $25 From 7am: North Balwyn Cricket Pavilion, Macleay Park, 101 Belmore Road, Balwyn North. Melway 46 C4

Please note: Lodge apologies in the usual fashion if you cannot attend. (Our 1991/2 Exchange Student, now Dr. Tiina Kantola (Huoviala) from Oulu Finland will be at our breakfast meeting and would like to catch up with those members who remember her).

The Uniting Church, Kew would like our help again this Christmas to set up for the Community Christmas Dinner for those who don’t have family or friends to cele- brate with.

Please let Tony Hart know if you can help.  Set Up (one to two hours) will be at 1 pm on Christmas Eve (24th Dec).  Help on Christmas Day to serve, meet the guests and clean up afterwards.

Family Time at 6pm Carols at 8pm

Fun for all the family with Face Painting, Father Christmas and Fireworks Spectacular. Soft Drinks Ice creams and sausages also available. Don’t miss this free night of entertainment featuring com- pare Greg Ross with Boroondara Brass, Chime Choir, Balwyn Primary School Choir, and St Bede’s Primary School Choir. Special guests include, Tenor Roy Best, Actress and Singer Carrie Barr and Entertainer Joseph Lai together with Stunt Motorbike Rider Dave Russell.

LADIESCHRISTMAS FARE An Outstanding Result Last Friday’s Christmas Fare, together with the recent biscuit sale at Bunnings ahead of Father’s Day, has resulted in takings of almost $3,800. This is an outstanding result which would not have been achieved without the support of the cooks, bakers, helpers, donors, the “boys” who helped with the set-up and Ian Mollison- whose office is a base for the stall in the North Bal- wyn Village. A huge thankyou to all who have been involved. Your support is very much appreciated. The Ladies Christmas Fare and associated fund raising activities have built on the tradition and success of the Ladies Card Luncheons which were held over many years and since 2009 more than $22,000 has been raised for community projects. This is a great effort from a dedicated group of ladies. What a team! Jo Wells

5 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Christmas Raffle News We had fantastic selling weekend. Ticket sales and donations exceeded $3,700. A wonderful effort. Our takings are current- ly $17,200 (including member sales of $3,000). We still need volunteers for Thursday 10th, Friday 11th and Saturday 12th of Dec THURSDAY 10th A Fisherman’s Tale Bunnings, BOX HILL, Middleborough Rd 10.00am to 1.00pm Last Saturday our Rotary BBQ was outside Ana- FRIDAY 11th conda - the new store in Middleborough Rd., Coles, BALWYN EAST, Belmore Rd. Box Hill South. 10am to 12.30pm A mother with two young sons came out of the 12.30 to 3.00pm store with the obvious intention of buying BBQ 3.00 to 5.30pm sausages for her boys. She was carrying a fish- Woolworths, KEW, Walpole Street, Kew ing rod and reel that she had just purchased. 10am to 12.30pm The older lad was 8 and said that he had been 12.30 to 3.00pm fishing and had caught some fish. 3.00 to 5.30pm Now Nino was nearby and as everyone knows, SATURDAY 12th Nino is a keen fisherman. Nino asked the lad Dan Murphy, KEW Whitehorse Road. whether he had caught any snapper, and the 2.00pm to 4.30pm lad said there were a few in the boat. Where- Woolworths, BALWYN, Whitehorse Rd upon Nino asked "where did you go? To which the 8 year old replied, with a cheeky grin on his 12.30 to 3.00pm face, "I'm not telling!" 3.00 to 5.30pm

North Balwyn Carols in The Park, Macleay Park, North Balwyn. 5.30 to 8.00pm A Quiz for you from Tony Ho Please Note Member Issued Books must be re- Tony Ho passed on a test question given to a four turned by this coming Thursday (10th Dec). If year old in Hong Kong. We have all heard of the you are not attending the Christmas meeting, it is mathematical abilities of these kids so see if you essential you make arrangements to get your tick- can come up with the answer! ets and money to us by then. Thank you to those who have attended to this already. 1111 = 0 5555 = 0 2222 = 0 8193 = 3 Contact Peter Elliott, SMS, 0419 0417 334 email 7662 = 2 8096 = 5 [email protected] 9313 = 1 4398 = 3 or Lindsay Pegg, SMS, 0419 546 021 or email, 0000 = 4 9475 = 1 [email protected] with the dates, location 6666 = 4 9038 = 4 and timeslots where you can help out. Spread- 2172 = 0 3148 = 2 sheets showing the vacant time slots have been e -mailed to all members .. What does 2889 = ? Thanks again for your support Jake—The Pegg (I had to Google the answer—The Editor)

6 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Up and coming Catering Events Apologies to any Rotarians who have offered to assist and are not on the list. Anybody who can help on these dates please email me at [email protected] Thank-you in anticipation Nino

AM Shift 8am- PM Shift 12noon - Date Event 12noon 4pm Thursday, 10 December 2015 Bunnings Xmas BBQ Peter Sutherland Ken Maxfield

8am to 4pm 256 Middleborough Rd Nino Sofra Nino Sofra Box Hill Rob Stewart Don Taylor Thursday, 10 December 2015 Bunnings Xmas BBQ Nino Sofra Bill Oakley

6pm-8pm 256 Middleborough Rd Matt Pauli Geoff Steinicke Box Hill John Gartlan

Saturday, 12 December 2015 POLICE BUNNINGS BBQ Garth Symington Matt Pauli 8am to 4pm HAWTHORN Colin Sharp Jim Studebaker Jane Pennington Eileen Toohill Nino Sofra John Magor

Sunday, 13 December 2015 CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR Nino Sofra 9.30am-1.30pm SPECIAL CHILDREN. Rob Head Jim Studebaker Mooney Valley Race Course Don & Ala Taylor John Burley Bill Oakley Ian Richardson SERVANTS CAROLS Sunday, 13 December 2015 NIGHT JANE PENNING- Carrical House TON 18-20 Mason St. Haw- thorn NINO SOFRA Bill Oakley Geoff Steinicke Thursday, 17 December 2015 Christmas Breakfast Bob Bromley 6.30 am David Cheney Eileen Toohill Duncan Ansell King Paulheim Bronwen Dimond Don Taylor

Friday, 18 December 2015 Bunnings BBQ Nino Sofra Jim Studebaker

8 am - 4 pm 256 Middleborough Rd Colin Sharp Peter Sutherland Box Hill Peter Wilson Ken Maxfield Bill Oakley 7 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Geoff’s Health Tips What is the difference between PROBIOTICS and PREBIOTICS PROBIOTICS and PREBIOTICS – are confusing names given to some natural ingredients that you may have heard of already, but do not understand the difference between the two. I will explain their meaning and the importance of both terms for you. BOTH ARE IMPORTANT FOR A HEALTHY GUT - excuse the expression. PROBIOTICS Probiotics are the beneficial bacteria that live in your gut. Yoghurt and other fermented dairy products contain some of these bacteria. You can read their names on the label: bifidobacterium lac- tis, Lactobacilus bulgaricus, Streptococcus thermophilus are the usual ones. You can also buy pills that contain millions of units of these, and hundreds of other, beneficial bacteria. These bacteria are delicate – heat and stomach acid can kill them. Of the millions of bacteria in yoghurt, or in a pill, there will be a small percentage that get through and into your gut to provide the hopeful benefits. Some of the benefits claimed include treatment for irritable bowel disease and bowel infections. PREBIOTICS Prebiotics are plant fibres that are found in many fruits and vegetables, such as beans, lentils, the skin of apples, bananas, onions, garlic and Jerusalem artichoke (the richest source). These fibres go through your stomach and the small intestine and are fermented in the large intestine, produc- ing food for the beneficial bacteria mentioned above. For years, hardly anyone in the medical profession paid attention to the role the colon plays in overall health. However we have now discovered that the colon and, specifically, the bacteria that call the colon home, are incredibly important to wellness. The healthy bacteria that live in the gut are reported to strengthen the bowel wall, increase bone density, strengthen the immune system, provide better controlled weight and appetite, improve mineral absorption and aid in the regula- tion of hormone production. Geoff Meeting No. 23 Thursday, 3rd December 2015 Present: Guest Speaker 1 Pete Smith of GTV9 fame. NB Members 50 Guests 4 Jackie Smith; John Huitfeldt (Ted & Marg Wilkins) Juba Sinkala (Belinda Wandabwa); John Smith-Weston (Prospective new member) Wives/Partners 4 Jan Cheney, Helen Rennie, Kerry Romanis & Margaret Wilkins. Friends 1 Vince Staskovski MakeUps 3 Findley Cornell - Police Mentoring; Brian Hurnard - MS Zaandam, South Atlantic; 6 applied to this week Ken Maxfield - RC Yea. Meeting Attendance 86.2% (Apologies 10, LofA 2 & Excused Leave 11) Absences for Rosters: Greg Cribbes, Greg Dimopoulos, Chris Flavelle-Smith, Rowan McClean, David Willshire

Celebrations

Monday 7th December to Sunday 10th January

Birthdays: Pat Cleary, Carolyn Hart, Geoff Steinicke, Phil Francis. John Reenie,

Kristine McDonnell, Findley Cornell, Peter Sutherland, Jan Cheney,

Judy Steinicke, Gavan Schwartz

Inductions: Nil

Wedding Anniversaries: Tony and Jo Wells, Don and Brenda Bowden,

Matthew and Jane Pauli, Dave and Nina de Garis

8 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER MEETING ROSTERS Thursday 10th December Thursday 17th December Partners’ Night Club Breakfast. 7.00am Club Christmas Party North Balwyn Cricket Pavilion, Desk: Ian Richardson, Findley Cornell Macleay Park $25 Greeters: Peter Elliott, Anthony Stokes Belmore Road, North Balwyn. Set-up: Sue McDonald, John Burley Desk:John Rennie, Maurie Walters

Thursday 14th January Thursday 21st January Speaker: Speaker: Topic: Topic: Desk: Peter Wilson, Russell Cooper Desk: Tony Ho, Matthew Pauli Greeters: Rob Head, Greg Dimopoulos Greeters: Greg Cribbes, Geoff Steinicke Set-up: Jim Studebaker, Brian Lacy Set-up: George Swanson, Takao Yukawa December The Rotary International Month of Disease Prevention and Treatment

Kinga Paulheim: Members are reminded of the visit to The Johnston Collection on Wednesday 10th February 2016. Members must book soon as numbers must be finalised by the end of December. The Johnson Collection a collection of art works from Mr. William Johnson (1911-1986) who was an art dealer who left his house and collection as a museum for the public to enjoy. Celebrating 25 years since The Johnston Collection was first opened to the public. We are most grateful to William Johnston for his vision and generosity in gifting his wonderful house and collection to the people of Victoria for everyone to enjoy. Read more HERE and see Kinga if you would like to attend. Facebook Fans Click HERE Participants will meet at The Old Hilton; now Pullman Mel- bourne on The Park (Crn Clarendon and Wellington Pde. East Melbourne; opposite “The G”) at 11.30 am and proceed by bus to the destination. Because the Collection is situated in a residential area, the ad- dress is not available to the public, and visitors are transported by courtesy bus. 9 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER MAKE NOTES OF THESE DATES IN YOUR DIARY See also http://www.rotarydistrict9800.org.au/notices_and_events_future

Thursday 10th December Partners’ Night Celebration of Christmas. Kew Golf Club

Saturday 12th December Carols in the Park, Macleay Park, Balwyn

Sunday 13th December Carols at Servants Community Housing

Thursday, 17th December Club Breakfast. From 7am North Balwyn Cricket Pavilion, Macleay Park, 101 Belmore Road, Balwyn North. Melway 46 C4

Sunday 10th January 2016 New Years Brunch 9:30—11:30 am Warran Glen Garden Centre & Café 373 Ringwood Warrandyte Rd, Warrandyte

Thursday 14th January First Regular Club Meeting for 2016

Wednesday 10th February. The Johnston Collection visit. Bookings to Kinga Paulheim; Limited places—book early. Friday 19th February. Rotary Club of North Balwyn CHARITY GOLF DAY Kew Golf Club

Thursday March 10th International Women’s Day Breakfast

Friday 11th -> Sunday 13th March District Conference Bendigo

Thursday 17-Sunday 20 March The 2016 Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix. F1. For Real.

Sunday 10th April Winery Tour and Luncheon—Yarra Valley (with bus).

Saturday 28th May to Wed 1 June

Friday 21st—Sun 23rd October Fellowship Weekend in Ballarat

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Rotary Club of North Balwyn CHARITY GOLF DAY

Friday 19th February 2016 Kew Golf Club 120 Belford Rd East Kew. Proceeds to ROTARY CLUB OF NORTH BALWYN MEN`S SHED

GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON

Shotgun Start at 8.00 am Briefing 7.15am prior to proceeding to hit off tee

Lunch: Post match with presentations included in entry fee. Drinks at bar prices.

Ambrose Competition – preferably, players will have GA Handicaps. For all social and non-handicap players, a Handicap of 18 will be given.

In addition to PRIZES for 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed teams, there will be fun prizes on:  9th Fairway - Longest Drive (on the fairway!!)  9th Fairway - Straightest drive (beyond the tee!!)  11th /18th holes- nearest the pin (on the Green!!)

ENTRY FORM:

PLAYER PHONE GOLF CLUB HANDICAP GOLF LINK No $

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

TOTAL $

Cost $75.00 per player. PAYMENT OPTIONS: * Cheque to Rotary Club of North Balwyn – to PO Box 135, North Balwyn 3104, or * EFT to RCNB – BSB 033 058 Account 123696 noting your ‘Player 1 name’ and ‘Golf’.

Enquires: Greg Matthews 0419 597 780 or email :- [email protected] With thanks to our Major Sponsor, our local travel agent Helloworld Balwyn North Phone 9819 7173 Ian Mollison – Managing Director, a member of the Rotary Club of North Balwyn.

11 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER ROTARY CLUB OF NORTH BALWYN 2014/15 President: Jane Pennington [email protected] Vice President: Brian Hurnard [email protected] Secretary: Gavan Schwartz [email protected] Treasurer: David de Garis [email protected] Web: www.rotarynorthbalwyn.com.au E-mail: [email protected]

Grapevine Editor Peter Sutherland [email protected] Submission by Noon Saturday please.

APOLOGIES FOR CLUB MEETINGS Sign the “apology sheet” at the front desk at the prior meeting if you know in advance. 2. Click HERE to go to the Website 3. E-mail Hugo Goetze [email protected] 4. Phone 9857 6701 (leave a message if required). Mobile phone calls & SMS are not to be used. It is important to advise absences, guests attending, and partners attending. This is needed as the Kew Golf Club needs to know how many are attending each week to ensure we have the correct number of places set, meals provided and service staff employed. The Rotary Club incurs charges if we overestimate numbers attending. A meal may not be available if additional people attend to that advised. Please apologise no later than 5pm on Tuesday.

D9800 Probus Aisin Toyota Sewing Machines

North Balwyn Probus President 2015/16 Aisin have supported our Solomon Islands Project with multiple do- Ken Mitchell: [email protected] nations of Sewing Machines and Overlockers. If you are looking for the ideal practical gift consider the North Balwyn Ladies Probus (Sect Jill Johnstone) Aisin Toyota range of Home Sewing Products [email protected] TOYOTA Home Sewing Products North Balwyn Heights Probus Melbourne Vic 3025 (Sect Sue Mullarvey) Phone: (03) 8311 9110 [email protected] www.sewing.aisin.com.au Greythorn Probus (Sect Shirley Brangan) Available at Spotlight Stores [email protected] Tel: 03 9859 4941

Our Club Web Site www.rotarynorthbalwyn.com.au Rotary International http://www.rotary.org/en 12 WEEK23 THURS DAY 3RD DECEMBER Support Our Sponsors

Australian Furniture (9460 1822) (Adrian Ranson)

Bakery (9890 0066) 22 Hamilton St Mont Albert 3127

Garden Supplies (9859 2666) 1575 Burke Rd Kew East 3102

Caffe Romeo Nth Balwyn