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President - Rob Simpson Mob: 0425 746 991
Volume 32 – Issue 18 – 26 October 2017
Canterbury Tales Rotary Club of Canterbury
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With the unavailability of our scheduled speaker for the evening due to bereavement, members Rob Simpson and Kyle Wightman stepped into the breach as speakers.
2017 Philippines Medical Mission President Rob Simpson gave a short presentation on Canterbury Rotary’s recently concluded 21st Annual Eye & Ear Screening and Treatment Medical Mission to the Philippines, this time visiting Southern Palawan. Doug Hawley also provided comments and answered some questions about the 2017 trip. A more extensive formal presentation will be given at a later meeting.
The Medical Mission was undertaken during the week commencing 8th October 2017. The Rotary Club of Canterbury’s team comprising 17 members, friends and four final year orthoptic students from La Trobe University. President Rob Simpson and organiser Doug Hawley led our team. They were joined by a team of 20 from the Cataract Foundation Philippines Inc, four Manila based ophthalmologists and one Palawan based ear, nose and throat specialist, plus members and friends of three local Rotary Clubs in Palawan. Security aspects were well covered by security adviser and Friend of Canterbury Rotary, Jason Thomas, and a team of ten accompanying Filipino Marines.
Screenings and treatment took place in Narra, Quezon, Sofronia Espanola and Brooke’s Point. About 2500 people were eye screened. About 300 operations were undertaken to restore sight. Reading glasses, sun glasses and eye drops were provided to more than 75% of those screened. About 7500 children were ear screened, of whom 35% needed medication or treatment.
The Energy Crisis
Kyle Wightman commenced, but did not have sufficient time to complete, a presentation on the current Energy Crisis in Australia, a crisis inflicted on the Australian people by politicians on both sides of politics, both Federal and State, who have introduced policies effecting massive energy market distortions over many years. Kyle outlined some of the background and extent of the crisis but did not have time to deal with how this Energy Crisis problem can be tackled. The attendees asked Kyle to continue his Energy Crisis talk in the near future and this has now been scheduled for Monday 20th November 2017.
Kyle had overhead graphs and charts from the presentation that the Minister for Environment & Energy, Josh Frydenberg, gave to Federal Cabinet, the Coalition Party Room and to the Labor Parliamentary Party last week in Canberra. Josh’s presentation also led into the announcement last week by the Federal Government of their new National Energy Guarantee policy aimed at restoring the reliability of the electricity supply while maintaining emission reduction targets, and hopefully keeping soaring energy prices lower than they would otherwise be.
Sunday Market 7am – 1pm October 29 - Steve Wylie, Maria Tomanoska, Chris James/Kathleen Stapleton
November 5 - Jenni Nankervis, Sarah Prossor, Doug Hawley November 12 - John Richards, Max Holland, David Zrna
November 19 - John Braine, Edward Gwee, Bill Granger/John McCaskill Contact Tony Simpson for all roster changes and requests, Home 9417 3995, Mob 0488 380 899 Please be on time as if you are late, our Club pays $50 penalty for each half hour or part thereof.
Speaker and Activities Program Monday October 30 Speaker: Janet Hay, “The Rotary Store in Camberwell & Random Acts of Kindness” Monday November 6 Social Event - Melbourne Cup Eve Dinner and Partner’s Night Monday November 13 Social Event - FORaMEAL Food Packing Evening Monday November 20 Speaker: Kyle Wightman, “The Energy Crisis”
Doug Hawley
The Energy Crisis - Continued
Kyle spoke of distortions that he believes have been introduced in response to climate alarmism and actively pushed by the people with extreme views. These distortions promote, by both government subsidy and consumer subsidy via escalating government mandate, the introduction of high cost, unreliable wind and solar “renewable” energy in preference to reliable and cheap base load coal and gas fired power. The distortions also included unwarranted alarmism about onshore gas exploration and development resulting in complete bans by the Victorian State Government on any form of onshore gas exploration and development. Victoria is the only state to ban both conventional and unconventional gas exploration and development; whereas in the Northern Territory, Tasmania and large parts of NSW only unconventional exploration and development involving hydraulic fracturing is banned.
These policies have had both intended and unintended consequences, with gas prices soaring in part due to declining offshore Bass Strait and Otway Basin gas reserves and the onshore gas bans, and with many coal fired and gas fired power stations being rendered uneconomic and forced to shut, leading to soaring electricity prices, and unreliability of supply leading to blackouts.
Kyle’s presentation led to many questions and much discussion, with time running out to complete both the presentation and discussion before the President closed the meeting at 8:15 pm. The presentation was also to include the positives and negatives assessed by various commentators on the new National Energy Guarantee, as well as questions raised with the Minister. Kyle will continue and complete his presentation at the Monday 20 November meeting.
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President’s Message
It was unfortunate that our own meeting clashed with a CHANCES program fundraiser by the Boroondara Cares Foundation at the Box Hill Golf Club. Many of our members supported this worthwhile event and, therefore, our meeting was limited in numbers.
The Philippines Medical Mission Doug Hawley and I talked about the recent Philippines Medical Mission accompanied by some photos of the trip. The feedback we got from the four Orthoptist students we sponsored was extremely positive. Whilst we achieve a lot by testing and treating a huge number of people with eye and ear problems in the more remote areas of the Philippines, the benefit provided to our four students - Han, Nevena, Maria and Jenny - was immeasurable. Each of them thought it was the most rewarding experience of their lives.
The Energy Crisis - Part 1 Kyle Wightman only had time to outline some of the problems of the Australian Energy Crisis without dealing with how the issues can be tackled. Nevertheless Kyle’s outline prompted many robust questions and debate about the Energy Crisis. Kyle was asked to complete his presentation at a future meeting and this has been set down for Monday 20th November.
The Next Speaker - Janet Hay
Next Monday 30 October Janet Hay will talk to us about the Rotary Store in Camberwell and random acts of kindness.
Melbourne Cup Eve Dinner and Partner’s Night I remind everyone that the week after next, on Monday 6 November there will be a special Melbourne Cup Eve Dinner and Partner’s night. I’m not sure of the full details, but it could involve prizes for the best racing outfit, the funniest hat or perhaps the best racing story. Who knows, I’m guaranteed by the enthusiastic social committee that it will be bigger and better than the race the following day.
FORaMEAL Food Packing Evening The following week on Monday 13 November we will have a FORaMEAL Food Packing Evening in place of our usual Dinner Meeting. This will be a social event involving our partners and Friends of Rotary and members from other Rotary Clubs. Finger food will be provided in place of our usual formal meal. More details of this event will be published in the bulletin and in the events section of the Club website.
The District 9800 Conference at Warrnambool The District Conference is coming up on 16 – 18 March 2018, with the Conference finishing on the Sunday afternoon with a FORaMEAL food packaging event organised by Doug Hawley, but involving most of the other Clubs throughout the District. May I remind you once again that five Executive 2-Bedroom Suites at The Quest, right in the heart of Warrnambool, each with 2 x Bathrooms, costing $349.00 per night, that is, $174.50 per couple in quite large accommodation close to all the action.
At this stage there may be one bedroom left, so whoever wishes to take advantage of this should let me know as soon as possible.
Rob
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Albert Park Tree Planting
On Sunday 22nd October, a group of about 20 Rotarians from Prahran, Canterburry and Camberwell Clubs joined forces and fulfilled the request from the International President, Ian Riseley, for each Rotarian to plant a tree in 2017/8. Parks Victoria facilitated the exercise providing 250 seedlings for a designated area close to the the St Kilda junction near Fitzroy Street and Lakeside Drive. Importantly this is the location of a Red Gum tree estimated to be between 300 and 400 years old. The Friends of St Kilda have made a number of improvements including red gum benches to support what is believed to have been a traditional place for indigenous Aboriginal Corroboree.
The event was organised by Fabienne Nichola of the Rotary Club of Camberwell, and Carmela Dimasi coordinated the people from our Rotary Club of Canterbury. Fabienne received the following thankyou email from Parks Victoria…
Hi Fabienne,
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for organising the wonderful planting day yesterday, I hope that the group all had a good time. We at Parks Victoria were all very impressed with the amazing works that the group was able to achieve in a short period of time. It was a credit to the enthusiasm of the group that so many plants were able to be put in the ground in less than an hour! Could you please pass on my thanks to all of those who participated, it was such a good experience for the horticulture team and the park itself to see such an improvement achieved in a quick period. I hope that the group will drop by and keep an eye on the progress of the new plants.
Once again I would like to thank all involved.
Regards,
Liesl Pacher Ranger Team Leader (Horticulture) I Albert Park & Westgate Park
Boroondara Care Foundation - OWL Program Coordinator
Boroondara Cares Foundation (BCF) is a not for profit volunteer organization consisting of the eight Rotary Clubs in Boroondara working closely with key partners, including Boroondara City Council and Swinburne University to address five major challenges within the Community. These five major concerns are Homelessness, Family Violence, Social Isolation, Prescription and Non-Prescription Drugs Abuse, Educational Disadvantage and Social Isolation. A more expansive summary of the Boroondara Cares Foundation and the five challenges is included on the website….. www.boroondaracares.org.au.
BCF supports and assists with the management and coordination of a wide range of approved programs led and conducted by one or several of the eight Rotary Clubs. A recent key initiative of BCF is the On With Life (OWL) Program which addresses the issue of Social Isolation in the Community of Boroondara. This program is being led by the Rotary Club of Canterbury with the strong support of BCF and other Clubs. It is aimed at providing a special website link and information platform for people who are looking for opportunities to get On With Life (OWL) and contribute their skills, experience and energy to the wide range of volunteering opportunities available in our community.
In order to manage this program effectively and ensure the website is current and professional, BCF is seeking a suitably experienced and capable Coordinator who can devote some time on a voluntary basis to develop and manage the effective administration of the OWL Program. A brief Position Description outline is as follows….
POSITION TITLE OWL Program Coordinator/ Website Manager
REPORTS TO This is a part time voluntary role which reports to the Board of BCF and is a member of the BCF Planning Committee which meets each Thursday afternoon at the Richmond office.
KEY PARTNERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATES The OWL Program Coordinator will be in regular communication with all key providers of volunteer activities and special events in the community. This will include Boroondara Council, Swinburne University, the eight Rotary Clubs, Community Centres, Charity Organisations (including Salvos, Church and Community leaders, etc), Schools, Health and special needs organisations and specialized areas such as sporting clubs or fitness centres.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• To ensure the website content is current, professionally presented, appropriate and effective in reaching and appealing to active people who are keen to be getting on with life but unaware of how to do so.
• To play an active role in promoting OWL to the Community and internally to the partners and associates.
• To work closely with other members of BCF Planning Committee in addressing the five major community concerns in the City of Boroondara.
• When available, to attend meetings and discussions with partners or people wishing to have a link on the OWL website.
RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Previous involvement with website development and maintenance.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow process and procedure.
• Relationship skills and ability to engage with people at all levels.
• Well organized with a planned and logical approach to problemsolving.
• A touch of creativity and initiative would be helpful.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A genuine interest in others and desire to help enhance their lives. BENEFITS AND PERSONAL REWARDS
One of the reasons why Rotary is one of the most trusted and respected institutions in the world is the knowledge that every dollar raised goes to worthy causes. This means that Rotary salaries are not the reason we do things. Like Rotary roles, this OWL Coordinator position is voluntary and honorary. We are looking for a suitably skilled person who is willing and able to spend some time with the flexibility of working from home where and when it fits with lifestyle and other priorities.
Again like Rotary, the rewards are in helping others, making a difference, and the pleasure of working closely with many likeminded people who wish to give something back to others. Many studies conclude that the happiest people are those who volunteer and devote time and effort for the benefit of community. In itself, this is a position which will suit a person (with the appropriate skillset) looking for a very stimulating and enjoyable involvement which can be fitted in to suit availability and lifestyle. That person will embrace and enjoy the Rotary tradition of service above self and helping others. We would welcome applications or expressions of interest from suitable people and have no gender or age preference. There is absolutely no requirement for applicants to be Rotarians.
Please contact John McCaskill with some details if this role interests or appeals to you. His email is [email protected] and Mobile is 0414 477 444.
Canterbury Tales Rotary Club of Canterbury
Location | Wellness Centre, Group Room | Level 3R ONJ Centre
145 Studley Road Heidelberg 3084 | Opposite Heidelberg Railway Station
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Friday, 3 November 2017 | [email protected] | 03 9496 3799
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12.00 Welcome and introduction
12.10 Men’s Health Overview | Movember Foundation
Men’s health, initiatives and studies
12.30 Endocrinologist | Men’s Health Clinic – Austin Health
Weight management, cardiovascular disease and diabetes
12.50 Accredited Exercise Physiologist | Australian Catholic University
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