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DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1 District Newsletter

DG Malcolm & District Governors Message Lion Narelle Peters

Welcome to the start of a new year of service to our communities.

It was an honour to represent District 201N1 at the International Convention in Fukuoka Japan, the challenges with the language was soon overcome by the hospitality and friendship shown to us by the residents of this beautiful city. I would like to thank PDG Alan and Lions Lady Maureen for their support at the Convention

Thank you to all the Lions of District 201N1 who put their trust in me International and the Cabinet that I have selected to manage our district over the Presidents Theme next twelve months. As you are aware my theme for this year is “Lions Carers for the Community” this also includes our own Club Members, as we are all part of our communities.

Our new International President Chancellor Bob Corlew announced his theme of “New Mountains to Climb” at his inauguration at the 99th International Convention in Fukuoka Japan.

Convention “Climbing a Mountain is used as a metaphor for many daily situations people confront. It represents something that is difﬁcult and arduous and takes maximum effort to scale. But is only by climbing those mountains that we ever excel. Each mountain represents a new challenge, a new opportunity.

As our world continues to change, each of us face new challenges and new opportunities to serve and each can be viewed as a mountain. Climbing these mountains provides a chance for Lions to make the world better.”

We commenced our Club visitation programme on the 4th July with a visit to the Lions Club of Dorrigo Plateau, for their Changeover night where I was asked to induct two new members, install their new board and present a Melvin Jones Fellowship to incoming President Lion Alan Jarrett.

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !1 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

LIONS CLUBS District Governors Message Continued INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION That was followed on the 6th July with a visit to Kempsey Lions, where we were fortunate to the recipient and his family of the Many thanks to the clubs in our Roamer provided by clubs of Zone 4 to Max Salmond. With a visit D i s t r i c t f o r t h e i r g e n e r o u s to the Coffs Harbour Lioness Club on Saturday and Coffs Harbour contributions to LCIF during the Lions on Monday the 11th July, where I was invited to induct a new past year. The level of support member. during the past 12 months was st terrific and it was good to see more Our Membership and Leadership Team Co-ordinator 1 Vice clubs supporting LCIF. Governor John Davis together with GMT Leader IPDG Peter Mercer and GLT Team Leader Lion Allen Philp along with your IPDG Peter Mercer adopted the Region and Zone Chairs can provide practical assistance to clubs ONE STOP, ONE LIFE, Measles experiencing Membership and Leadership problems…. Help is Campaign as a project and would only a Phone call away. be very pleased that $20,005 was The Youth and Marketing Team Co-ordinator 2nd Vice Governor raised. Fundraisng for this LCIF project will continue for another David Emanuel and the Health and Foundation Co-ordinator PDG year. I hope to have a short video Peter Willis-Jones administer numerous portfolios on the Cabinet available soon that provides some that can provide useful avenues for clubs fundraising activities and feedback for this campaign. can provide interesting guest Speakers at meetings…... again they also only a phone call away. Congratulation to Lions who were Your District Cabinet Ofﬁcers are there to help you, please ask awarded Melvin Jones Fellowship them for help. and Progressive Melvin Jones Fellowship awards during the year. During IPDG Peter’s year he promoted the LCIF project “One Shot Throughout the year, I will continue One Life” a great project that needs our continued support. Lion to advise the clubs in our District of Narelle’s project is Supporting the McCusker Alzheimer Research the LCIF Credits which they can Foundation, by selling their Rose Pins, She will enlighten you all on use towards a MJF or PMJF. that project when we visit your club. LCIF relies on your continued s u p p o r t i n o r d e r t h a t y o u r I am challenging all the clubs of the District, including the Lioness Foundation can continue to support and Leo’s that if they can raise $6000.00 hopefully by the Taree your community and communities Convention or at least by 7th June 2017.That is about $100.00 per around the world in the areas of:- club the beard will come off, if the pool reaches $7000.00 then 2nd • Save Sight VDG David Emanuel will donate his Moustache. The proceeds will • Disaster Relief be split three ways between Children’s Cancer, Prostate Cancer • Humanitarian Needs e.g. and Breast Cancer. prevention of diseases • Supporting Youth. In closing I would like to congratulate all the Clubs New Boards For further information visit for taking on their roles and facing the challenge of “NEW LCIF.org. MOUNTAINS TO CLIMB” Mick McGrath District Governor Lion Malcolm Peters 201N1 2016-2017 District LCIF Coordinator

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !2 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

The Follow YOUR DREAM FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA MUMS ! 4 " MUMS

The Follow Your Dream Foundation Australia was established as a charitable trust in July 2013 by Past International President Barry J Palmer AM to raise funds to support initiatives designed to improve the lives of disadvantaged women and children. We are pleased to announce the launch of our MUMS ! 4 ! MUMS fundraiser commencing on July 1st and will run for a period of three months. The foundation has already assisted children with new computers and to attend an educational camp and in Echuca announced a "10,000 grant to assist with the funding of the birthing mother’s project in PNG to provide safe and hygienic care for new mothers and their babies. Current appalling statistics are that five women die in childbirth every day in PNG and we can make a difference. We are asking clubs to invite a woman in your community to participate in this project to raise funds for the foundation to allow us to provide grants for Lions programmes that benefit disadvantaged women and children. Clubs will look outside their clubs for entrants which will help raise the profile of your club within the local community. Mums have their own fundraising teams and projects and your club can participate as much or as little in assisting your candidate with her fundraising efforts. Clubs can have more than one entrant. Winners will be judged on total funds raised and deposited with the Foundation prior to each final judgement with the winners at District, State and National levels receiving gifts and prizes. Promotional materials will be available for participating clubs. To register your participation complete an application form on our website www.tfydfa.com.au or contact me on [email protected]. Please help us make a difference to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Yours sincerely, Carlene King PDG Carlene King OAM Vice Chairman " The follow Your Dream Foundation Australia

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !3 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

LIONS CLUB OF COFFS HARBOUR

CHRISTIAN’S WALKER

Co #s Harbour Lions Club joined members of the Cerebral Palsy Organisation and local Bayldon Central School teachers to present Christian Sheridan with his Buddy Roamer Walker. As soon as the Walker was ﬁtted, Christian was out of the classroom and navigated himself into the playground. He was happy to move around so freely. Symbol of Peace Echuca Convention 2016 With funds raised from a local bush dance last year Co#s Harbour Lions Club was proud to make the full donation for this Walker. Happy Mum Jess thanked members of the Lions Club for their generous donation. Jenny O’Brien can easily access her community now This is Christian’s second walker donated by Lions in her wheelchair with a newly attached Power Club members. This new Walker is expected to last Assist, due to funding from the Lions NSW/ACT 5 to 10 years depending on Christian’s growth Save Sight and Public Health Care Foundations, pattern. The Buddy Roamer Walker has an adjustable vertical shaft which copes with the Yamba Lions Club, Lower Clarence Lions Club growth of the child. Branch, Maclean Lions Club and Grafton Lions Club. Assistance was also given by Lee Clarke from We are sure that Christian will be able to have a more active and pleasurable life with his new Spinal Injuries Australia and Lifestyle Comforts and Walker. PDG Peter Veryard Home Aid Maclean.

Jenny’s carer Jody, says it much easier to push the chair now with the Power Assist and wishes to thank all involved who helped in the project.

Christian and (l to r) Mum Jess Sheridan with Lions Sandra and Peter Veryard and Brian Beynon.

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !4 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

Convention Program Information Thursday 20 October 2016 • District Golf & Bowls Challenge

Friday 21 October 2016 – Manning River Sailing Club • 9.00am – Registrations • 11.00am - River Cruise & Luncheon • 6.00pm – Welcome Function

Saturday 22 October 2016 – Club Taree • 8.00am – Registrations • 9.00am – Business Session commences • 1.00pm – Lunchtime Forums • First Conventioneers & New Lions Forum • Lions Health Programs Forum • Lions Youth Programs Forum • 2.00pm – Partners Activities – Visit to Mondrook Gardens • 6.00pm – District Governor’s Banquet

Sunday 23 October 2016 – Club Taree • 7.00am – Sunday Breakfast (including Key Members) • 9.00am – Business Session Commences • 12.30pm – Close of Convention • 1.00pm – Farewell BBQ – Manning River Sailing Club

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !5 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

FROM THE DISTRICT Lionsonoz in Action HISTORIAN While Travelling to Moree to join up with the Lions The following are the 2015$16 Club Vanners to wend their way to Echuca last month, Awards presented at the Changeover Lionsonoz President Lion Ted Pickwell and Lion Hazel Cabinet Meeting. called in on Lions Kel and Yvie Kearns at Woolgoolga Club Administration Inverell McIntyre and took delivery of a vast amount of baby jackets, District Activities Armidale jumpers and beanies especially knitted by the Lionsonoz Dumaresq ladies for premature babies. Club Bulletin Inverell McIntyre Community Project Tamworth Lions This is an ongoing project undertaken by the ladies, which helps to ﬁll in the time between towns on their Would Clubs please check their banner travels and also is a very worthwhile project as well. This for patches for the above awards batch was presented to the Moree Hospital Obstetrics presented during the period 2008 to 2013. ward by Lion Hazel and the matron there was very There is no record of the winners in pleased to receive them. This latest issue should keep the these years after the awards were changed Moree hospital in premature baby’s clothes for many from a Plaque which could be referred months to come. to! to Banner Patches. If your Club Australian Lionsonoz does not have an Activities received an award during this period account, nor does it conduct fund raising projects so the please let me know so the information knitting project allows the members to participate in can be added to the History records. voluntary work while travelling all over this great land of ours. Also let me know of any major awards presented at Club Changeovers e.g. Life Anyone who would like to participate in the Australian Member, MJF etc. and any member who Lionsonoz program would be very welcome and for more has gained 50 years of service or received details they could contact Lionsonoz Lion Yvie on 0427 Australian Honours in the Queen’s 497 660. Lion Warren White. Birthday Honours list.

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District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !7 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

Lions Club of Werris Creek 39th Annual Changeover

Lions Secretary Doug Durrant welcomed all Lions & Guests to the 39th Year of the Lions Club of Werris Creek and thanked everyone for their attendance.

In the past 12 months, Werris Creek Lions have been busy working in the community catering for the for Carols by Candlelight & Australia Day Celebrations at David Taylor Park, with gum boot, egg toss and broom toss being competed in the afternoon and Fireworks to end a great Australia Day. Lions members also assisted the Currabubula Red Cross Art Show for the second year for the week long show. Catering for John Curry and train enthusiasts and weekly cleaning of the Public Toilets.

Our disbursements for the year to various Lions foundations and Community groups totalled over $7,232, which is an amazing amount for our little club. The Highlight of the night was the presentation of the Citizen of the Year taken out by Brenda Constable, who works tirelessly in the community in many groups and organisations. St Vincent De Paul, Catholic Women League, Canteen Lady and member of the Magpies Rugby Club just to name a few. The Courtesy Award went to Mark Mork from the Werris Creek Pharmacy, who has always got a great smile and warm welcome. Mark is very talented at what he does working in the kitchen at the Pharmacy and has been highly commended by those in our community and district for his courteous manner in which he treats the customers.

The Werris Creek Lions Club currently has 15 members who have done many hours working in the community and supporting many people in the district, national & international making the world we live in a better place. 1st Vice District Governor John Davis officiated the induction of the new board and enjoyed his visit back to the club that he was a member of some 13 years ago. John congratulated the club on their efforts throughout the year and wished them all the very best for the coming year under President Mervyn Constable.

First Photo is of the Community Service award winner Brenda Constable and Awards Chairman Harold Durrant. The Courtesy Award winner is the second photo with Mark Mork and Harold Durrant. Third photo is the members of Lions Club of Werris Creek, back row Jennifer Hicks, Doug Durrant, Craig Jeffreys, James Durrant, and Nicole Jeffreys. Middle row is Warren Brown, Mervyn Constable, Marilyn Deeks, Gerard McLellan, Russell White and Wayne Moyer. Front Row Harold Durrant and Vic Porter.

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !8 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

LIONS CLUB OF WOOLGOOLGA 40TH CHANGE"OVER DINNER

The Lions Club of Woolgoolga held the club’s 40th Change-over Dinner at Cex Woolgoolga Bowling Club on the evening of 16th June 2016. Special guests for the evening were Past District Governor of Lions District 201N1, Peter Veryard and his wife Lion Sandra Veryard, along with the Mayor of Coffs Harbour City, Councillor Denise Knight. Other guests who attended were from the Rotary Club of Woolgoolga, The Red Cross Branch of Woolgoolga, the Lions Club of Bonville-Sawtell, the Lions Club of Orara Valley and one of our Past Presidents, John Westerhuis from Bridie Island.

President Allan Crouch OAM, RFD was Master of Ceremonies for the evening, and a delicious meal was provided by Walters Bistro, at the club. Allan presented his report for the past year for a very successful service club who donated over $66,000 to organisations and charities world-wide and locally during that year. He thanked his hard working members and community volunteers who raise most of the income by running the Woolgoolga Waste Transfer Station, on contract the Coffs Harbour City Council every weekend of the year. Some of the local projects the Woolgoolga Lions have assisted with have been the establishment of the Palliative Care Unit at the Woolgoolga Retirement Village, renovations at the Woolgoolga Scout Hall, provision of fencing at Woolgoolga Netball Courts and purchase of equipment for Woolgoolga Community Gardens.

Past District Governor Peter Vereyard conducted the Installation of the Board of Woolgoolga Lions Club for the 2016-7 year and inducted Joy O’Shea as a new member into the club. Allan Crouch will continue as President of the club for the next twelve months, leading a strong Board and committees.

Peter Veryard also presented several special awards to members of Woolgoolga Lions, with John Moon being presented with his ten year chevron for service. Allan Crouch, Joginder Garcha and John Moon were each presented with the prestigious award from Lions International, in the USA, of the Melvin Jones Fellowship. The inscription on the award says “for dedicated humanitarian services to Lions International”.

The evening concluded with Allan Crouch presenting Peter and Sandra Veryard with gifts of appreciation.

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !9 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

“Yvie - I am NOT selling my hair for 1/2 price - the target is $20,000”

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !10 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

Lions Club of Quirindi 49th Annual Changeover

Lions President Sandra welcomed all Lions & Guests to the 49th Year of the Lions Club of Quirindi and thanked everyone for their attendance. Sandra expressed that it has been a difficult year and had to push herself to keep going. Sandra was honoured to be the First Female President for the Lions Club of Quirindi for 2015-2016.

In the past 12 months, Quirindi Lions have been busy working in the community catering for the Camp Quality bike ride BBQ, Health Wise—Prostate Cancer BBQ, Lynden Clearance Sale, Craigie Lee Clearance Sale, Council Fun day for Youth Week BBQ, Canter Fun Run BBQ, Heritage Village Rally & Swap Meeting Weekend Catering & Windamere Clearance Sale. In September we were able to send 2 local children to Kids to the Coast at Camp Elim who thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Sandra thanked her Secretary Judy Moyer, Treasurer Ken Aitken & Youth of The Year Chairman Beryl Mannion for the wonderful job they did to make sure everything run smoothly. Sandra also thanked all the Lions Lady’s and members for the great effort throughout the year. Sandra wished Ken Aitken and the incoming Board all the very best for the coming year. Our disbursements for the year to various Lions foundations and Community groups totalled over $7600, which is an amazing amount for our little club and our plans for 2016-2017 are even bigger.

The Highlight of the night was the presentation of Life Membership to Ronald Robinson by 1st Vice District Governor Elect John Davis, for Ron’s Tireless work in the Community. Ron or Robbo to all who meet him, joined Lions Club of Quirindi on 5 June 1969. This is Ron’s 46 year of Service to our Nation, State and local Community and the Lions Club of Quirindi. Ron has always been an advocate for aiding the disadvantaged and loyal to his customers. Ron would always run extra meat to our various Functions after hours and would often be seen making more snags or slicing more steak for one of the many BBQ’s held.

The Community Service Award was presented to Cedric Grayson by 2nd Vice District Governor Elect David Emanuel, for the countless man hours given to many Community groups in Quirindi. Cedric has been a teacher for 40 years and is still a casual teacher at Quirindi High School. Cedric has also been involved with the Heritage Village for the past 20 years, coaching numerous sporting teams and assisting the disabled in the community.

The Quirindi Lions Club, which has been making a difference to Quirindi and District for the past 49 years, currently has 15 members who have done over 1100 hours. “There’s so much to do and so we’re always looking for more help, and helpers,” “Whether you’re someone who like to roll their sleeves up and get physical, or you’ve only got a small amount of time to help out, we’d love to hear from you.” “It’s a wonderfully rewarding way of getting involved in our community, and making the world we live in a better place.”

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !11 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

Jindaboonda Postie Trek. A Community Success Story.

The everyday miracles performed by ordinary people. This describes the Je#ers family as they planned and executed The Postie Bike Trek in honour of the life of Jindaboonda. Jindaboonda Dennis Je#ers!, a local of Hallidays Point died on January 30 2015 after a short ﬁght with Pancreatic Cancer.

The planned Postie Bike Trek was staged from May 3 to May 12 covering over 3,000 km from Hallidays Point to Cameron Corner and return. However wet weather prevented us riding to Cameron Corner. On reaching Bourke we were forced to go north, this gave us other opportunities like being entertained for dinner by the wonderfully generous Lions Club of Roma. In March The Je#ers Family invited Hallidays Point Lions to help shave years off Cancer Research. What happened is a remarkable Journey. Firstly, the Fund raiser at the Surf Club, secondly, the 3,000 km Postie Bike Trek. It is this trip, that sensationally impacted on many lives and had outcomes not imagined. Certainly a very big bucket of money containing "54,000 was donated to The Australian Cancer Research Foundation.

What could be more inspirational of human endeavor then watching Jindaboonda's wife Kim arriving home, in the dark on her Postie Bike, at the completion of the 10 day trek. The Postie Trek was the brain child of family member Daniel Kranz: to have an event in which funds went to the microscope for cancer research. In this case The Australian Cancer Research Foundation. The result exceeded all expectations. Family, friends, community members, businesses and Lions gave generously. Daniel had no previous experience in organizing such an event. In additional no costs were taken from donated money. The 25 riders and 25 support people paid their own way.

Hallidays Point Lions task was to request clubs along the way provide Lunch. The fact is many went far and above this. Allow me to tell you the story of Nyngan Lions Club. Let me say Nyngan Lions illustrates what happened regularly as clubs stood up and supplied lunches, dinners and or donations. Emails were sent and more emails, gradually responses trickled in. No email responses from Nyngan, I tried a phone call, President Delma answered the phone. Delma does not bother to much with emails. I attempted to give some background. Delma remarked it was short notice and she was busy most days with meals on wheels, helping the elderly ...the list went on. She did mention in all this she was over 75! I sheepishly mentioned that it was this coming Thursday. "Oh love that is ﬁne that's the one day l have vacant. You must realise we only have 4 members here, one works !om her walker " I immediately said that my wife Vicki and Lion Noel would get there early and help and we would pay half. The short response was, "no if I say we can do it we wi", we regularly supply food for a" sort of people passing through on fund raisers. We recently supplied 100 Black Dogs with baked dinners, so they don't get sick of the same type of food”.

On arrival in the Main Street there they all were ready to go, in arguably one of the nicest parks seen…..anywhere

Some 40 minutes later the Postie Bikes buzzed up the street. The meal comprised inch thick Scotch Fillet steak, Delma did whisper to my wife Vicki not to tell the treasurer who was the cook! and big enough to cover the plate including salads. Absolutely beautiful.

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !12 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

Jindaboonda Postie Trek. A Community Success Story Cont.

Throughout the journey, the trek received a lot of local media attention, Daniel did articles and interviews with the Western Star, My Gunnedah and North West News, as well as interviews on Outback Radio, and 2WEB Cunnamulla spreading word of our adventure and raising awareness for the Australian Cancer Research Foundation. Throughout the journey, we obtained a lot of local media attention, with articles in the Western Star, My Gunnedah and North West News, as well as interviews on Outback Radio, and 2WEB Cunnamulla spreading word of our adventure and raising awareness for the Australian Cancer Research Foundation. Through this media coverage alone, we reached a potential audience of over 100,000. This could not have been achieved without the assistance of the Lions Clubs, and the generosity of the small businesses that helped us along the way. Lion Clubs were in the process of reporting in “the local”.

Thanks to the following Lions Clubs for their wonderful hospitality, support and friendship Tamworth, Nyngan, Coonamble, Coonabarabran, Walcha, Uralla, Guyra, Peel Valley Tamworth, Gloucester, Bourke, Roma, Goondiwindi, St. George and Bourke. All Clubs did what they could and should be very proud of their achievement. This is particularly so as a number of clubs appear to have no choice but to close down. I wonder if the Lions family should be doing more!

The Trek, was a great promotional example: What Lions Do. There is no better example of the practical display of The Family of Lions. Which begs the question why don’t we use this strategy? The success of this amazing fund raiser was the partnership developed between the Je#ers family, the local Community, Hallidays Point Lions and the vision and energy of Vice President Deb Schmitzer. When Lions work with and know their community, share a common focus and develop friendship success is assured. President Ray Hallidays Point Lions

members of the Jeffers family, Nyngan Mayor and Nyngan

President Ray thanks President Delma for the wonderful lunch and hospitality

25 postie bikes buzz up the Main Street of Nyngan

District 201N1 of Lions Clubs ‘Lions - Carers for the community” Malcolm Peters DISTRICT GOVERNOR [email protected] International Inc, Australia, Papua H 6569 5569 M 0418 452 537 New Guinea & Norfolk Island Page !13 DISTRICT 201N1 From Sweeping Plains to Jewel Sea July August 2016 Volume 43 - Issue 1

"&/)!&(%&,-)!$0)1) .)&)5346 Lionsonoz in Action !'.% !&(%&,) #+*)-*, !0+'"!*#("3+!0#1/ 0!6+-,"(&-**'1 &!,1(1!&!#$#0 Last Friday, Lionsonoz -,4'**#(1!52#** &#*#,(*!50#,!# 0- #02("!4'#1 member, Lion Trish Hyett %0!$2-, )#4',( #** (3"6( !,)- 131!,()#!0,#6 (3"6( !,)- assisted husband Lion Syd, a

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+!,,',%(0'4#0 +!0)(+',#22 +'!&!#*("'#11#* on charity pacer, Abettorrose.

.-02(+!!/3!0'#( .!20'!)((+7!-0+!!) 2!!)',%(.-',2 %0!&!+((+7%'*!&0'12 Abettorrose regularly races for (!,'!#(+7%'*!&0'12 charities and community 5!0'!*"! (#1#!!!(%0'**1 )',%1*#6(%0'**1 groups, who receive "2,500 5--*%--*%! (-6(-1&#! )#,( -6*# for a win, and, if unsuccessful, the chosen charity stil l PICTURE: receives$"250 just for a Abetterrose, her start! At this meeting she trainer, KerryAnn was running for the beneﬁt Turner, Lion Trish of the Ingleburn Lions Club. Hyett (Australian Because Australian Lionsonoz) and Lionsonoz do not conduct Lion Syd Hyett of any money raising projects, Ingleburn Lions their members assist the Club “Main Stream” lions Clubs in their projects and that was what Lion Trish was doing on the day. This beautiful horse trotted bravely for Ingleburns Lions Newsletter Editor Louise Symonds Club, proudly leading for Bonville Sawtell Lions Club most of the race, but the last PO Box 829 TOORMINA NSW 2452 couple of hundred meters proved just too much for this fearsome ﬁlly. PDG [email protected] Lion Warren White

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