Volume 29, Issue 17, 9th November 2015
The Next Meetings
Monday 9th
November
Monday 16th
November
Monday 23
November
Monday 30
November
Hereditary
CancersLynch
Syndrome Susan Morris
Partners
night
AntarcticaHoward an d
Megan
Member talk
DG Gina
Growden's
Official Visit
Youth Night RYLA,
RYPEN
Canidates
Duty Roster
Speaker Host
Night Reporter
Front Desk
Front Desk
Steward
Steward
Photographer
Monday 9th
November
Monday 9th
November
Monday 2nd
November
Tony Coote
Tom Westcott
Brian Furrer
Bob Davison
Gino Savio
Andrew Little
Ross Ballinger
Tony Makin
Ian Roberts
Brian Furrer
Carol Russell
Daniel Tan
Barry Lambert
Keith Ball
Andrew Little
Col Baxter
Brian Furrer
Bob Davison
Ian Roberts
Neville Hansen
Ross Ballinger
Inside This Issue
Upcoming Events
Sat November 7th
Bunnings BBQ, Dural
Sat November 7th
Friendship meals begin
Wed November 11th
Board Meeting at Janowski's
Club Calendar
Sunday November 14th
Theatre in the Park - Brooklyn
Take me to the Club
Calendar
Friday 20th November
Concert for Nepal Quake Relief - Riverside
Theatre
President's Report
Night Report
Birthdays and
Anniversaries
Humour
Saturday 28th November
District 9685 Christmas Dinner - Hornsby
RSL
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 Next Three Meetings
 Club Roster
 President's Report
 Night Report
 Birthdays and anniversaries
 Humour
 Club Activity - Past and Upcoming
 Calendar.
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President's Report
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President's Report 2nd November 2015
Fellow Rotarians and Partners,
I would like to thank you for attending the changeover dinner and your
enthusiastic support during this very unique and special night.
Our Club has always been very successful, the ultimate recognition of significant
contribution towards Rotary International evidenced by the fact that more than
50% of our members are Paul Harris Fellows and two members decided to
become Foundation Benefactors. I feel honoured to become the Club president
and proud of our Club achievements. During my tenure I will direct my efforts to ensure continuity
of our Club's success.
I would like to extend special thanks to Cawas, Rashna and the Partners' Representatives for their
consistent efforts in ensuring that Rotary wheel turns continuously in the right direction.
November is a Rotary Foundation month; allow me to elaborate on it briefly for those who are new
to Rotary:
The Rotary Foundation is a tax deductible fund designed to support humanitarian projects in
developing countries. Its funds are solely generated from voluntary donations from Rotarians and
Rotary supporters. The monetary contributions towards the Foundation are held in supervised
trust and are available to clubs for specific projects through International or District grants. The five
main areas of focus are:
1. Peace and conflict prevention/ resolution.
2. Disease prevention and treatment.
3. Water and sanitation.
4. Maternal and child health.
5. Basic education and health.
I would like to congratulate the large number of our Club members who declared their willingness
to support the Foundation through the Centurion donations this year. Please utilize our District
Centurion money collector to help achieving the Foundation goals. As a small donation can make a
big difference in other people's lives, please continue supporting the Foundation with the
knowledge that our contribution will last beyond our lifetime.
I am pleased to remind Club's Directors about the board meeting which we will host at 14 Gumnut
Road on Wednesday next week.
The DG's annual visit is scheduled to happen on the 23rd of this month. She requested a meeting
with the Club's Board of Directors at 5:30 pm; could you please make yourself available? In case you
will not be able to attend, please delegate somebody who could answer questions which may arise
at the time to represent your Group.
As there is only limited number of meetings before the Christmas break, the AGM will be a
combined meeting with the Club Assembly. If you will not be able to participate, please forward
your concerns to one of the board members for the Club's discussion.
I trust that I will see you on the Partners Night 9th November. I wish you a pleasant weekend.
Teresa P2 President 2015/2016
Night Report
Night Report 2nd November
Sergeant John opened the meeting and called on Colin Baxter for grace and Brian Furrer for the
toast.
John then introduced President Cawas for the last time.
Colin Sharpe then advised us of the upcoming events, Saturday 14 November, Brooklyn open
air theatre, please advise him of your attendance and the Club Christmas party at Baulkham
Hills Sports Club on Sunday 13 December.
President Cawas congratulated Colin on his great effort in taking over the Bulletin and
continuing it without a hitch. Great work Colin.
Barry Lambert advised of the results of the last BBQ at Bunnings Dural which netted a profit of
approximately $687.
A
vi, our lovely exchange student advised that she had moved from the Coote’s to the
Tchetchenian’s and was settling in to her new home. She had also finally gone to Bondi Beach
and to the Fish Markets, both of which she enjoyed.
Tony Coote advised members that there was visit planned to Norwest Sunrise Club on either 12
or 19 November and couple of participants would be appreciated. Also there is a visit planned to
the Hills Rotaract Club
President Cawas then asked President Elect Teresa to step forward and he conducted a formal
induction, finishing with passing over the chain of office to president Teresa. Teresa
acknowledged the honour of being president of the Club and promised to continue the good
work for which the Club was renown. As one of three presidents for this year Teresa will follow
the path agreed for the Club by all three at the start of the Rotary year. Teresa thanked past
president Cawas and the Club showed its appreciation for a job well done.
The Club then welcomed president Teresa .
The Club was then entertained by Tom Sweeney from Crows Nest Club who outlined his
background with the Willoughby Theatre and provided us with many stories of various
productions. The group puts on 2 to 3 shows a year and these may each run for 10 to 15
performances. The selection of the correct show and specific performers will directly effect the
viability of the show. Each performance has a maximum audience of just under 500 and all least
5000 total attendees are required to give a reasonable return on the outlay. All participants are
voluntary, performers, set designers, electricians etc. the only people paid are the orchestra and
then not at a full professional rate. Tom discussed various shows and asked the members for
their comments of favourites which they have see. He then offered comments on what future
performances were possible due to copyright issues and franchise agreements etc.as well as
what might be seen to be a ‘good’ show to put on.
Thank you Tom a most enjoyable talk, even though I may be known forever as Curley, due to a
comment passed in regard to a performance of Oklahoma.
J
ohn then under took a fines session which severely depleted the available petty cash of the Club
members.
Notes taken – David Turnbull
Max diving
Concert for Nepal Quake Relief - Riverside Theatre
From Cawas In case anyone is interested to attend I am sure it will be a good evening of cultural
exchange. Also funds collected will go to a very worthy cause to help build 20 shelters for widows
who lost their husbands in the quake and a school in one of the remote villages.
District 9685 Christmas Dinner
Come to the 2016 D9685 Conference - heaps of fun
Now that the garage sale is well and
truly over, it is time to turn your
mind to the Conference.
The Conference is on Friday 11th
March and Saturday 12th March
2016 (no events on the Sunday this
time which gives you the day off to
sleep in/sober up/sightseeing,
whatever).
Early Bird bookings for the
Conference end on 30th
November.
The Conference Website has more
information but it is still too early for a full programme.
You can be certain it will be a good do - enlightening and fun - It always is.
We also need to sort out accommodation
fairly soon to ensure we are all in the same
place.
I suggest the Rydges Lakeside - now
renamed QT Canberra. This is a short walk
from the Conference Centre. We have
stayed there before and it is a very
respectable digs. I am also told that it has
been refurbished.
Current prices are $182/night plus breakfast ($21). These rates seem to be a bit flexible this rate came from reception but the website says $175/night plus $21 breakfast. If you
want a view (same room but higher floor) the price goes up $50.
If you think these rates are high you haven’t stayed in Canberra recently.
Could you please Give it some thought. I have never been to a bad conference and the
more the merrier.
1. Check the website for more details
2. Update the schedule emailed to you, or advise your intent to Tony Makin.
3. Book the Conference before the end of November to get the Early Bird rate – booking
is through the website.
4. Book a hotel room. QT phone number is 6247 6244 or
reservations_canberra@qthotels.com.au . Rotary do not book accommodation.
5. Call Tony if you are not yet enthused.
Don’t miss out – it will be good!
Kind Regards,
Tony Makin
This is us at 2015 Conference
Birthdays
Carol Russell - 9th November
Margaret Evans - 13th November
Anniversaries
Gino & Ros Savio - 11 November
From the Australian Enquiry Book - Household and General
Information (Published 1894)
Stewed Wallaby - Take the hind quarters
of a young wallaby, cut into small pieces,
with about half a pound of lean ham. While
still on the board pepper and salt, well and
dredge a little flour over it. Cut up an
onion and fry it in the bottom of the stew
pan, pour off the butter or fat and put in the
meat, with just sufficient water or stock to
prevent burning. Put it over a slow fire and
keep stirring the meat about till all is hot
then pour in more water or stock and let it
stew gently for two or three hours. Thicken
wit a lump of butter rolled in flour and just
before serving add a glass of colonial wine.
And for desert. Sweet biscuits - Take one
pound of flour, rub in to it a quarter of a
pound of butter and half a pound of
sugar. Dissolve a small lump lf ammonia
in a cup of warm milk. Mix in to a stiff
paste, roll out and cut with a top of a wine glass. Place a comfit on top of each, and bake in a
quick oven.
Humour
Wow: it did not take long to correct the problems at VW
Volkswagen has been working furiously to rectify it's
emissions problem, this new model should be in the dealers
soon
Contributed by Stan
Teenage Driver
A teenage boy had just passed his driving test & inquired of his
Father as to when they could discuss his use of the car.
His father said he'd make a deal with his son, "You bring your grades up from a C to a B
average, study your Bible a little, & get your bloody hair cut. Then we'll talk about the car."
The boy thought about that for a moment, decided, he'd settle for the offer, & they agreed on it.
After about six weeks his father said, "Son, you've brought your grades up & I've observed that
you have been studying your Bible, but I'm pissed off that you haven't had your hair cut."
The boy said, "You know, Dad, I've been thinking about that, & I've noticed in my studies of the
Bible that Samson had long hair, John the Baptist had long hair, Moses had long hair, & there's
even strong
evidence that Jesus had long hair."
(You're gonna love the Dad's reply!)
"Did you also notice they all bloody-well walked everywhere they went?!!"
Contributed by Stan
The Operation
In the hospital the relatives gathered in the waiting room, where a family member lay gravely ill.
Finally, the doctor came in looking tired and sombre
'I'm afraid I'm the bearer of bad news,' he said as he surveyed the worried faces.
'The only hope left for your loved one at this time is a brain transplant.
It's an experimental procedure, very risky, but it is the only hope. Insurance will cover the
procedure, but you will have to pay for the BRAIN.
The family members sat silent as they absorbed the news. After a time, someone asked :'How
much will a brain cost?'
The doctor quickly responded,
'$5,000 for a male brain;
$200 for a female brain.'
The moment turned awkward. Some of the men actually had to 'try' not to smile, avoiding eye
contact with the women.
A man unable to control his curiosity, finally blurted out the question everyone wanted to ask,
'Why is the male brain so much more than a female brain?'
The doctor smiled at the childish innocence and explained to the entire group. 'It's just standard
pricing procedure.
We have to price the female brains a lot lower because they've been used.'
SEND THIS TO A SMART WOMAN WHO NEEDS A LAUGH, AND TO ANY MAN WHOM YOU THINK
CAN HANDLE IT!
Contributed by Stan
Previous Humour
The Operation
In the hospital the relatives gathered in the waiting room, where a family member lay gravely ill.
Finally, the doctor came in looking tired and sombre
'I'm afraid I'm the bearer of bad news,' he said as he surveyed the worried faces.
'The only hope left for your loved one at this time is a brain transplant.
It's an experimental procedure, very risky, but it is the only hope. Insurance will cover the
procedure, but you will have to pay for the BRAIN.
The family members sat silent as they absorbed the news. After a time, someone asked :'How
much will a brain cost?'
The doctor quickly responded,
'$5,000 for a male brain;
$200 for a female brain.'
The moment turned awkward. Some of the men actually had to 'try' not to smile, avoiding eye
contact with the women.
A man unable to control his curiosity, finally blurted out the question everyone wanted to ask,
'Why is the male brain so much more than a female brain?'
The doctor smiled at the childish innocence and explained to the entire group. 'It's just standard
pricing procedure.
We have to price the female brains a lot lower because they've been used.'
SEND THIS TO A SMART WOMAN WHO NEEDS A LAUGH, AND TO ANY MAN WHOM YOU THINK
CAN HANDLE IT!
Contributed by Stan
The Farmer's Daughter
When you're on the land, your perception is a little bit different.
A farmer drove to his neighbour's farmhouse and knocked at the door. A boy, about 9,
answered.
"Is your Dad or Mum home?" said the farmer.
"No, Mr Houston, they went to Moss Vale."
"How about your brother Howard, is he here?"
"No, he went with Mum and Dad."
The farmer stood there for a few minutes shifting from one foot to the other, mumbling to
himself, when the young boy said, "I know where all the tools are if you want to borrow one, or
I can give Dad a message."
"Well," said the farmer uncomfortably, "No, I really want to talk to your Dad about your brother
Howard getting my daughter Susie pregnant"
The boy thought for a moment, then said, "You'll have to talk to Dad about that. I know he
charges $500 for the bulls and $150 for the pigs, but I have no idea how much he charges for
Howard."
Contributed by Jim
Murphy, the Painter
A painter by the name of Murphy, while not a brilliant scholar, was a gifted
portrait artist. Over a short number of years, his fame grew and soon
people from all over Ireland were coming to the town of Doolin in
County Clare, to get him to paint their likenesses.
One day, a beautiful young English woman arrived at his house in a stretch limo
and asked if he would paint her in the nude.
This being the first time anyone had made such a request he was a bit perturbed, particularly
when the woman told him that money was no object; in fact, she was
willing to pay up to £10,000.
Not wanting to get into any marital strife, he asked her to wait while he went into the house to
confer
with Mary, his wife.
In a few minutes he returned. "would be me pleasure
to paint yer portrait, missus," he said. "The wife says it's okay. I'll paint you in the nude all right;
but I have to at least leave me socks on, so I have a place to wipe me brushes."
Contributed by Stan
Club Programme 2015-2016
Nov-15
Sat
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May-16
Up dated 5/11/2015
Partners
The Rotary Foundation
7
Friendship Meals /Bunnings BBQ dural
9
Hereditary Cancers- Lynch Syndromme -Susan Morris
10
Youth Committee Meeting @ Tonys
11
Club Board Meeting @ Teresas
16
Antartica- Howard and Megan Presents
22
PRT Meeting @ Cawass's
23
DG Gina's official visit to our club
27
Peter Pan Hornsby RSL
28
District Christmas Dinner @ Hornsby RSL
30
Youth Night RYLA, RYPEN Canditates
Disease Prevention and Treatment
Membership Commettee Meeting
AGM / Club Assembly
Club Board Meeting @ Keiths
Bunnings BBQ Dural
Christmas Lunch & Chris Kringle Baulkham Hills Sports Club
No Meeting after Christmas Lunch
No Meeting Before Christmas
No Meeting Public Holiday
Vocational Service
Presidents Afternoon/Evening Dinner at Teresa's
NO meeting after Pres Lunch
Membership Commettee Meeting
Damien Tudehope MP Epping Our local Member
Club Board Meeting
Cost of Medical Treatment Voyt Janowski
No Meeting Australia Day Holiday
Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resplution
Looking for speaker
Youth Committee Meeting/ Membership Committee Meeting
Presidents Charity Picnic at Heritage Park Castle Hill
NO meeting replaced by Presidents Charity Picnic
Club Board Meeting
Youth Night -RYLA,RYPEN Attendees report back
Looking for speaker
Change over Teresa to Tony
Water and Sanitation
Membership Commettee Meeting
Club Board Meeting
Looking for Speaker
Looking for Speaker
Looking for Speaker
No Meeting Easter Monday
Maternal and Child Health
Friendship Dinners
Looking for speaker
Membership Commettee Meeting
Club Board Meeting
Looking for speaker
Looking for speaker
No Meeting ANZAC DAY
Youth Services
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Looking for speaker
Membership Commettee Meeting
Looking for speaker
Club Board Meeting
Looking for speaker
Youth Committee Meeting
Vivid Sydney Bus trip inc arvo tea & dinnerleave 2pm home 10:30 pm
No Meeting after Vivid Trip
Looking for speaker
Membership Commettee Meeting
Rotary Fellowship
Looking for speaker
Club Board Meeting
Youth Night Outgoing Students Final Presentation
Club Change over Amigos to Rosemary
No Meeting after Change Over
Looking for speaker