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From President David

Posted by David Farnsworth

from president david

It is with some disappointment that this week that we hear of the resignation from the club of Malcolm John. This is of course disappointing from a club perspective but we wish Malcolm and family nothing but the very best for his future endeavours from all at Rotary. Malcolm in his resignation made note of how good the club is and he simply needed to “pull back” from some activities. It also demonstrates our need for continued membership focus.

We intend to acknowledge Malcolm and Alison’s contribution to the club in the near future and look forward to maintaining some level of contact. Please stay tuned for further notification.

David Sinclair gave us his clear insight into financial position of the club, and now is the time for us to consider the clubs next course of action, specifically with reduction or otherwise of our reserves. I would like this to be a point of discussion within our committees as we need to set our budgets for the coming year. David also made the point regarding our income streams, we need to be aware of these streams, their strengths, weaknesses and potential alternatives as we continue our many and varied programme(s) into the future.

We heard through this week of the passing of Bert Fagg, the club will pass on condolences to Belmont RC.

Again we had another great speaker in Linda Ennis of Leisurelink, she demonstrated the importance of exercise for both our physical and mental health. It is always is pleasing to see the connection between ourselves and these important community health activities. Graham showed us his heart connection to the community which is a connection of interest.

“Be a gift to the world.”

David Farnsworth

That was the week that was.

Posted by Paul Brewster

Ray Rounds had his first go at being the MC for the evening (are we trying to get away from using the designation "Sergeant-At-Arms ?) and a jolly good job he did too.

President David welcomed our guest speaker Linda Ennis and also Pat Blood. As mentioned in his report, we were informed that Malcolm John has decided to call it a day and resigned from the club.

Legacy have requested that we help them with their collection between the 2nd - 5th September. Volunteers please see David or Darcy.

The arrangements regarding Property are under review but in the meantime would those rostered to do the welcome please also take responsibility for putting out and putting away the gong, pigs and banners.

Ross reported that Ian Campbell has the 'flu, Jim's brother has passed away so we need to keep him and his family in our thoughts, and Rod has had a short stay in Hospital but is home again now.

Anne let us know that our candidate for the NYSF is through to the next round - the next interview is with the District Committee.

Paul said that the Blue Book and Annual Report are now available for viewing or download on our web page and will be updated regularly.

David gave us a good account (pun intended) of our financial situation.

Jacko asked for volunteers to help at Barb Cox's place - by the time this is published it'll all be over unless rain stopped play !!

Then Linda Ennis, our guest speaker, told us about the "Live Well" programme available at Leisurelink for the over 55's. Of course no-one in our club is over 55, so what she was saying was or academic interest only !!! Similarly, when she said that the ideal maximum waist measurement for men was 900mm and women 800mm - that couldn't possibly apply to any of us. Furthermore exercise is proven to be good for osteoarthritis, is a good preparation for any operation and even better for recovering from operations. Again I can't think why she would think that applied to us. The bit that did interest me was that she said that our metabolism keeps burning off kilojoules up to 5 hours after exercise and that the endorphins produced give us a "feel good" experience. I figure that we can all do with that.

The photo below shows how persuasive she is at being able to get us all out of our chairs and doing a bit of stretching.

Polio this week

Posted by Paul Brewster

POLIO THIS WEEK

Polio this week as of 1 July 2015

In June, the wild poliovirus outbreaks in Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia and Kenya were assessed to be over by independent teams, having successfully interrupted transmission of the virus. While this is a sign that supplementary immunization activities and acute flaccid paralysis have been strengthened since all of the outbreaks began in 2013, it is essential for these gains to be maintained and built upon in order to protect children within these countries from the return of the virus.

Five cases of circulating vaccine derived poliovirus type 1 (cVDPV1) have been reported in Madagascar, with dates of onset of paralysis in April and May 2015. These cases are genetically linked to that from September 2014, indicating prolonged and widespread circulation of the virus. The emergency outbreak response is now being intensified to build immunity against the virus in the country, as 25 % of children across Madagascar remain un- or under- immunized.

Wild poliovirus type 1 and Circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus cases

Total cases	Year-to-date 2015		Year-to-date 2014		Total in 2014
Total cases	WPV	cVDPV	WPV	cVDPV	WPV	cVDPV
Globally	29	6	111	26	359	55
- in endemic countries	29	1	99	26	340	52
- in non-endemic countries	0	5	12	0	19	3

News from the District

Posted by Paul Brewster

The Rotary Club of Ballarat Young Ambition needs your secondhand books. Please help them reach their goal of 1000 books for local young people. Contact info@youngambition.com.au for more details

Time is running out now, for Clubs to register members for RLI. Calling all President's elect, new Rotarians, and those who would like to learn more about Rotary in a fun filled, fast paced learning environment. REGISTRATION FORMS at http ://rli.rotary9780.org

The final tally of donations to the End Polio Now Campaign, raised by all who supported Ride the Bellarine in April, is $17,800 BUT when the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation add $2 for every $1 we donate, the GRAND TOTAL IS $53,400!!

Kardinia Rotary are running their annual Volunteer of the Year Awards. Like to nominate an outstanding volunteer? More details under Upcoming Events on www.rotary9780.org

The New 85 Rule

In the latest Regional Information Bulletin from Parramatta, (June 2015) the following is noted :

At the 2013 Council on Legislation, Article 9, Section 3 (b) of the Standard Rotary Club Constitution was amended to state the following: “Excused Absences: A member’s absence shall be excused if (b) the aggregate of the member’s years of age and years of membership in one or more clubs is 85 years or more and the member has notified the club secretary in writing of the member’s desire to be excused from attendance and the board has approved.”

Since this is news from the 2013 C o L I can't quite understand why it's only just appearing - but here it is anyway.

The Next Fellowship Event

the latest fellowship event

The Fellowship committee is proposing a evening of fellowship and fine dining

on Saturday 18th July 7pm

at the Le Thai Chef Restaurant.

199, Thompson Rd, Bell Park, (LHS prior to Separation St.)

Highly recommended by food critic Ros Horne

Basically a banquet of Thai fare is offered at $29.50 per head, with BYO wine.

Members (and partners or friends most welcome) wishing to join should advise Pam Carroll or Colin Bayliss

by Thursday 16th July at the very latest.

Note that this is a Saturday night function - a purely social event, not a substitute for our normal meeting.

Vegetarian options available.

An Idea from the Vocational Committee

Posted by Paul Brewster

AN idea from the vocational committee

In the earlier years of Rotary, there was a good reason for emphasising not only fellowship and service but also the vocation of its members.

Whilst classifications and such rules have justifiably been modified over the years in order to encourage membership, vocational links are important and in this club could be stronger.

We've been trying to think about how to do that.

The good work David has done in the past with the Gordon, You-Turn and Karingal is being continued and Graham Blood is organising a trip to St John of God which will be great.

However our club has a significant percentage of retired members who may not have kept in touch with their younger professional or vocational associates. Perhaps this is an opportunity to re-establish those links and to have a bit of fun by inviting a young person of the same vocation as one of our members to our dinner meeting. The visitor and the member would participate in a joint "then and now" presentation of no more than 10 minutes. The differences will obviously include technological advances, but could also relate to work methods, materials and any other significant changes. I hope we can keep this light-hearted rather than a "whinge" session !! Younger visitors to our meetings may even result in new members.

What do you think ? If you have any ideas about how this may work please let me know. In the meantime we will firm up our ideas and keep you informed of developments.

Paul

The next 4 weeks

Posted by Paul Brewster

THE NEXT 4 WEEKS

16th July 2015 Geelong Mums Guest Speaker - Kate Kent

Lyndon Grove

Chair - Rod Morrison

Welcome, Badges and Property - Graham Blood & Terri Bosna

23rd July 2015 Club Night No 1 - Budgets Guest Speaker - Linda

Lyndon Grove

Chair - David Farnsworth

Welcome, Badges and Property - Paul Brewster & Ian Campbell

30th July 2015 Geelong Regional Library & Heritage Centre Guest Speaker - Alan Howell

Lyndon Grove

Chair - Ros Horne

Welcome, Badges and Property - Anne Cox & Ray Dunn

6th August 2015

Lyndon Grove

Fellowship evening - to be confirmed

Celebrations 10th to 16th July 2015

Posted by Paul Brewster

celebrations 10th to 16th july

Just like last week - spouse only - Congratulations Daryl Cox!!!

inspirational quotes

Posted by Paul Brewster

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. – Leonardo da Vinci, 1452-1519, Italian Painter and Sculptor

If a window of opportunity appears, don't pull down the shade. – Tom Peters, American Business Management Author and Expert

The greatest lesson in life is to know that even fools are right sometimes. – Winston Churchill, 1874-1965, English Politician/Author/Nobel Prize Winner

Humour ?

Posted by Paul Brewster

Humour ?

The Satnav - by Pam Ayres

I have a little Satnav,

It sits there in my car

A Satnav is a driver's friend,

it tells you where you are.

I have a little Satnav,

I've had it all my life

It's better than the normal ones,

My Satnav is my wife.

It gives me full instructions,

Especially how to drive

"It's sixty miles an hour", it says,

"You're doing sixty five".

It tells me when to stop and start,

And when to use the brake

And tells me that it's never ever,

Safe to overtake.

It tells me when a light is red,

And when it goes to green

It seems to know instinctively,

Just when to intervene.

It lists the vehicles just in front,

And all those to the rear

And taking this into account,

It specifies my gear.

I'm sure no other driver,

Has so helpful a device

For when we leave and lock the car,

It still gives its advice.

It fills me up with counselling,

Each journey's pretty fraught

So why don't I exchange it,

And get a quieter sort?

Ah well, you see, it cleans the house,

Makes sure I'm properly fed

It washes all my shirts and things,

And keeps me warm in bed!

Despite all these advantages,

And my tendency to scoff,

I only wish that now and then,

I could turn the bugger off.