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Unique & United
International Inner Wheel Theme
2015-2016
Inner Wheel Australia
Magazine Autumn 2016 - Issue 95
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Hello Everyone,
To begin by apologising is not good ploicy. On this
occasion I must, as circumstances way beyond my
control have seen a magazine produced but with an
interrupted and delayed preparation.
Firstly, a massive computer melt down and
secondly medical treatment requiring daily trips to
Brisbane – a 200 hundred kilometre round trip – has
robbed me of time. Hopefully there is light at the
end of the tunnel!!
As this first year of electronic distribution of the
IWA Magazine draws to a close, I thank the
District Editors and Club Correspondents who
have responded well to my requests and wishes.
As I have said before, the magazine is your
publication, I merely put it together. Still, I never
cease to wonder at the incredible work and
achievements of Inner Wheel Members and Clubs
Australia wide.
For this Autumn edition, contributions have been
produced in the order of receipt. Not all clubs have
contributed and that is fine. There will be an
opportunity to report on your club activities and
achievements in late October.
To the Executive Committee of IWA – I say many
thanks for allowing me the ‘freedom of the press’.
My congratulations to you all on what you have
achieved this year.
I hope everyone enjoys reading the magazine as
much as I have enjoyed preparing it for you – a
learning curve for all, but what a great way to
communicate ideas.
Till next year, take care, keep smiling, and
remember that we all belong to a wonderfully
‘Unique and United’ organisation.
As always,
Hugs from Lesley
Belrose President: Jennifer Furness
Research for Cord Blood is going to be boosted soon,
as our roster is being finalized for selling
merchandise and collecting donations. Inner Wheel
Day found us celebrating with a breakfast by
Narrabeen Lake. We had a busy BBQ at Bunnings
just before Christmas.
Hope that you can all join us in October for the IWA
Conference. Some of our Clubs will be home hosting.
Camden President: Janice Newport
In February, 17 members travelled to Mittagong to
join Southern Highlands’ Friendship Day. Camden
Rotary Exchange Student, Morgan, back from a year
in the Czech Republic, gave an enthusiastic slide
presentation. She’s certainly a great ambassador for
Australia.
Funds from ‘Bring & Buy’ in March will be donated
to the Fiji Disaster Relief. A Bunnings BBQ in April
will boost our bank balance and May’s Charity
Morning Tea will support Cord Blood.
North Sydney President: Joan Antarakis
The story of Presidents and Secretaries Now and
Then – 83 years apart…
On 6/12/2015 our club, which
holds Charter No.1, celebrated its
83rd birthday! North Sydney
IWC was the first club chartered
outside GB&I.
Foundation President
Mrs Margaret Thorburn.
A51 District Chairman
Christine McCormack
12 Clubs
Standing Diana Lee, PDC A56, June Head and
Kadrienne Ireland from Camden and member from
Southern Highlands.
........... From your Editor
Be Unique but be United!!
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The wisdom of our club stems
from the thread of combining
traditions of our past culture into
the current time frame.
Our twelve regular attendees
(“mature” 60 to 90+ yrs), are
strong-minded and dedicated women working together.
Though difficult to locate younger members to keep up
with technology, positive attitudes help enable us to
continue in service and friendship.
Southern Highlands President: Lorraine McAlpine
We fostered International understanding with clubs as
diverse as:
Kandy and Colombo in Sri Lanka. Member Barbara
Smith, purchased limited edition statues of Sir Donald
Bradman from Bradman Museum and sent them to Sri
Lanka clubs to be raffled, raising a huge amount of
money for their local charities.
A member of Groningen club, The Netherlands, visits
us whenever in Australia, and we’ve visited her in The
Netherlands.
Sydney Inner West President: Julie Yates
During Chairman Christine’s club visit she told us
what drew her to IW – friendship, mentoring and
service. IWA President Kay, on a recent visit, agreed
with those objectives.
Our Mother's day stall will sell candles to raise funds
for PKU research project at Westmead Children's
Hospital.
We’re excited that our Linda Pedersen and Melissa
Freeman will become District Chairman and District
Secretary respectively at Changeover. We offer them
our support and success in the year ahead.
Wollongong President: Heather Jenkins
February’s election of officers resulted in all
positions being filled, except Vice President,
although many of us are being re-cycled again and
again.
Our Bunnings Sausage sizzle fund-raiser in February
was very profitable for our Charity account.
Although these events are very hard work, we enjoy
great fellowship and appreciate the help of our
menfolk.
Bendigo President: Marlene Sullivan
Australia Day BBQ went well – Gourmet Sausages
were the order of the day.
President Marlene gave a Native Plant to 55 new
Australian Citizens in January.
In March, Bendigo had a record breaking hot spell
with 8 consecutive days above 30°c then 3 more
39°c days followed - PHEW!
“Joan” from Pembroke in Wales has been visiting
her daughter in Bendigo and our Member Carol
Penna met up with her for their 18th year in a row.
Echuca President: Lyn Stansbury
At Echuca Inner Wheel it's
"Celebration Year" the
year of the Big 'O'
Birthdays.
We have celebrated 2
special 'O' days and there
are another 5 to come!
But we have decided to
celebrate all our birthdays
by going out to lunch each
month. [There's not many
months where we will have to stay home!]
Foundation Secretary
Mrs Netta Russell.
2015/16 President
Joan Antarakis
and
Secretary
Sue Torpey.
A60 District Chairman
Carolyn Monaghan
8 Clubs
Carol Penna with
overseas visitor Joan.
Bendigo’s own Easter Bunny
Joan Cox.
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Echuca has so many Restaurants
by the end of the year there may
be no more to try!!!!
Geelong President: Jill Graham
We started off our IW year with a Coffee morning at a
local Cafe. This was very well attended and great fun.
In March we had a talk from
Di Looker from Days for
Girls, an organisation that
makes and distributes
Feminine hygiene products
to Women and Girls in third
World Countries. Our
members found th i s
extremely interesting and
informative. Our next
meeting combines with a
Fashion Show to raise
money for Cord Blood.
Hamilton President: Susan Parry
Once again we are trend setting, having two Presidents
for the coming year; Susan Parry and Jennie O’Donnell.
With everyone leading busy lives this appears to be the
solution for our Club.
Our meetings continue to be
held in a Members home; our
first meeting of the year we
enjoyed a visit from District
C h a i r m a n C a r o l y n
Monaghan.
Presently we are planning our
Film Night to raise funds for
those in need.
Irymple President: Heather Pinyon
February saw the Election of Officers for 2016-2017
and commencement of planning our fundraising activity,
a Heritage High Tea on Sunday, 1 May, with money
raised to be donated to Local Charities.
Chaffey Aged Care Centre was the venue for March
Meeting, a very interesting and informative slide
presentation was made to Members, Partners and
Residents on a Member’s Kokoda Trail Walk
experience in September 2015.
April meeting will
finalise planning
for our High Tea
activity.
Swan Hill President: Wendy Witty
A Concert performed by Disabled Adults
followed by lunch was Christmas breakup.
One new Member has been
inducted this year. The
theme for IW day was
UFO (Unfinished objects).
There was a sorting of
Jewellery, Photos in
A l b um s , u n f i n i shed
Patchwork and Mat
making from old Jeans
with lots of chatter.
A sellout Movie night was
held in February with
funds going towards a new Piano for new Aged
Care Facility soon to open in Swan Hill.
Warrnambool President: Sandra Batten
Warrnambool Inner Wheel Club changed to a
Dinner Club meeting on the second Monday of
each month at Mid City Motel, Raglan Parade,
Warrnambool at 6.30pm. Dinner at 7pm when
there is more time for friendship prior to our
meeting.
Bunning’s BBQ on Valentines Day continues to
provide good fund raiser for the Club, with little
effort or individual costs.
Preparations are under way for a High Tea on
Saturday April 17th.
Flourless Chocolate Cake!!
Members Isabel Godfrey,
Margaret Murray and
Gwen McGillevray.
President Jill, Hostess Di Lord,
and Di Looker from ‘Days for
Girls’.
District Chairman Carolyn admires
the District Banners.
Irymple donated a
Shoebox to Operation
Christmas Children in
Fiji.
(In top of box is Photo
of Irymple Members).
Swan Hill Members
dressing Bears for Cord
Blood Day and IWA
Competition.
Warrnambool Executive Treasurer Jenny,
President Sandra, and Secretary Janine.
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Wendouree President: Adela Bartrop
In February Member Jo Oliver presented President
Adela with a beautiful Bunch of roses to celebrate her
birthday.
In March our well attended meeting voted to send a
donation to storm ravaged Fiji.
President Adela showed a
presentation on her visit to
‘The Secret Garden’ in Sydney
by Wendy Whiteley.
Sadly since our
February meeting the passing of four
times President Jo Oliver is a great loss
to our Club and Inner Wheel. Vale Jo!
Cairns President: Wilma Holmes
Cairns Club celebrated its 55th birthday in March with
lots of past Presidents in attendance.
Scotland was the country celebrated on International
Inner Wheel Day with Scottish guest speakers who
cover subjects from costume, food, traditions and the
different clans.
Cairns had members travel to be involved in the
Charter of FNQ Tablelands as well attend this years
Combined Women’s Service Club Dinner.
A successful sausage sizzle will enable more funds to
be distributed locally.
FNQ Tablelands President: Julie Brzozowski
The Inner Wheel Club of FNQ Tablelands was
chartered on 9th April 2016.
The club chartered with 12 members. Over 70
members and guests attended the function. Telka
Williams, Melva Hall and Margaret Sansom made a
special trip to help celebrate this special occasion.
Innisfail President: Margaret Townley
The Club held a Mannequin Parade in March which
was very successful, with nearly all seats being
filled. Innisfail club member Jan Arnell compared
the event, and a local dance group opened the event.
Four local fashion houses provided fabulous fashions
and beautiful mannequins
Many lucky door and raffle prizes were donated by
local businesses and members. These were accepted
graciously by the lucky recipients.
As usual, Innisfail members provided a scrumptious
afternoon tea, which was enjoyed by all.
Money raised from this event will go towards Cord
Blood Research as well as local projects in the
community.
Townsville President: Sandra Richards
Townsville Inner Wheel ladies were excited about
hosting the March District meeting. Unfortunately
this meeting was cancelled, due to lots of heavy rain
and road closures.
This made road conditions unsafe for travel and as
all other clubs are north of Townsville, the wise
decision to cancel meeting was made.
President Adela and
Member Gwenda
McManus who spoke
on Sir Albert Coates.
President Adela and
‘The Secret Garden’.
A76 District Chairman
Jenni Bennett
5 Clubs
L - R. Desiree Siemon, Jenny Liaver, Nancy Hardwick,
Elane Cole, IWA President Kay Morland, Julie Brzozowski,
Lynne Freeman, Glenda Hardiman, Lyn Bushby, Gill
Birch.
Local
Innisfail
dance group.
Margaret Boyd and
Innisfail President
Margaret Townley.
‘Statistics are like a drunk with a lamp-post:
used more for support than illumination’
Sir Winston Churchill.
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Albany President: Kay Bolger
We started the year off with plenty of activity.
Margaret Parsons and Beryl Gerhardy delivered
“Fiddle Rugs” to Hawthorne House in Albany which
supports dementia sufferers.
Funds were raised at the annual
Emu Point breakfast and we had
our AGM and 20th birthday
celebration in February. Guest
speakers from Albany Men’s
Shed and the Solaris Cancer
support centre added interest to
February and March meetings.
We are looking forward to
another sausage sizzle in May.
Avon President: Ann Gibbs
Inner Wheel Club of Avon members, partners and
guests gathered together at the home of club member
and Past District Chairman A40 Ann Gibbs for a
“death by chocolate” night to raise funds for the
District A40 2016 International Project.
Members produced some inspired chocolate dishes
which were consumed with relish by all in
attendance. A good fun night was had by all.
Gosnells President: Josie Jamieson
The start of 2016 has been busy and enjoyable. We
celebrated our 49th year at our March meeting with a
guest speaker Penny Hooper from Days for Girls
followed by afternoon tea and a chance to talk about
the project.
Our club were hosts of the district meeting in April
as well as running a fundraising sausage sizzle at
Bunnings.
Kalamunda President: Dorothy Smith
In February our Guest speaker was Ambrose from
Save the Sight Foundation. He gave a very
interesting and informative talk on the Foundation
and Institute which started in 1925 after a suggestion
from Helen Keller that the Lions Association take up
the challenge to help those with impaired eyesight.
At our March meeting we had Helen Edinger as our
guest speaker. Helen chose Florence Nightingale as
her subject which was very interesting.
Kalgoorlie-Boulder President Diana Williams
At our March St. Pat's meeting President Di
presented our cheque to the Ladies of Full Circle for
the play equipment,
tables and chairs and
flash cards for the local
Autistic Children.
It was a great meeting
with our partners and
the 2U2D Community
Choir entertaining us
again this year. This
was President Di's second year running as President
of our club and she has done a wonderful job. Thank
you Di. You're a treasure.
Karrinyup President: Beverley Cordier
Another successful sausage sizzle was held in
January raising funds for Coin for Cord.
Our International fundraising
night was held in March with
a French theme. It was a huge
success and a big thank you
must go to our International
Officer Diane, assisted by
Alison, for the wonderful
French food and music.
Chairman Tish attended our
March meeting and inducted
n e w m e m b e r , K a r e n
Giacomucci. Tish gave a
fascinating account of the
Darch family history.
A40 District Chairman
Tish Darch
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Dawn Holmes, Julia
Miller with Kaye Bolger
cutting the 20th
Anniversary cake.
Members
and partners
enjoy
International
night.
‘Days for
Girls’
speaker
Penny
Hooper.
President Di and ladies
from Full Circle.
Anne, Nick and Pat ready
for dessert!!
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Mandurah President: Jean L’Estrange
Our guests have been Dr Hannah Vorster who spoke
on Dementia, Clare Graggs from Parklane Jewellery
and District Chairman Tish Darch.
Regular monthly morning
teas and an evening at
Sharkys at Dolphin Quay
with partners have been
enjoyed by all that attend.
We held a Breakfast for Inner
Wheel Day at Joan Clancy’s.
Was a great morning.
Skippy our travel l ing
Kangaroo has returned after
visiting Norway, Switzerland,
Denmark and Malaysia. His
travels will continue.
Melville President: Ednamay Foston
Club activities did not start until February, after a
very restful break, during which Di Roberts visited St
Yared’s School in Ethiopia. There she visited the
school and the homes of the children. She took with
her our love and support and she was able to report
all is well with the school.
Monthly Morning Teas
will continue and the
ladies feel happy to build
on the friendship and
support from these sorts
of activities.
Rockingham Kwinana Districts
President: Deryl Wallhead
At our late February meeting, held 1st March we had
a visitor from the IW Club of St Neot’s in Wales,
Jackie Higgins, who
presented us with her
Club banner. Jackie also
provided us with a
Courgette and Ginger
Cake for afternoon tea.
Jackie was presented
with one of our Banners
to take back to her Club.
We are looking forward
to District Chairman Tish Darch visiting us for her
official visit in May.
Rossmoyne President: Hazel Berger
Inner Wheel members met on 10th January to enjoy
Breakfast together. We celebrated International Inner
Wheel Day in delightful Heathcote Reserve.
In February Club members and friends enjoyed the
movie “Brooklyn” at The Cygnet Theatre, South Perth.
We joined Gosnell’s
IW Club for their 49th
Birthday Afternoon
Tea celebration. The
Guest speaker was
Penny Hooper from
“Days for Girls”
Charity. We realized
that there are young
women and girls who
need our help and
support.
Scarborough President: Heather Percival
We are preparing for a busy year, raising funds by
catering for a Rotary Conference, Swap Meeting, a
Sausage Sizzle, and a Coin for Cord stall.
Some members have
attended other A40
club meetings with
Chairman Tish, and a
recent District A40
meeting hosted by
Gosnells Club, who
make wonderful
morning teas. We
were delighted to
meet IWA President
Kay Morland at this
event.
Many of our members have been holidaying exotically
during this period.
Swan Valley President: Lorraine Reed
Inner Wheel Swan Valley tried their hands at card
making class with instructor/member Del Logan. Many
giggles and much laughter
mingled with serious
concentration filled the
morning class.
The ladies made some
lovely cards and learnt
some card making skills
whi ls t enjoying the
companionship of their
fellow members.
Di Kyle with Skippy.
Exchange of banners.
Breakfast at Heathcote Reserve.
Club Members at District
Meeting in April.
President Lorraine and Del
Logan making cards.
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Wann-Gara President: Josephine Treby
We joined three other Coastal Clubs, Karrinyup,
Whitfords and Scarborough for a delightful lunch at a
local restaurant to celebrate IIW Day.
March 12th was
our fund raising
event of the year,
an “International
Night". Our 75
guests were asked
to dress in national
costume. Members
provided dinner
comprising dishes
from around the world. Coupled with ideal weather,
everyone had a lovely time. The money raised is for
"Days for Girls."
Whitfords President: Robyn Wickham
Having raised money by doing one month of Christmas
wrapping, we are now busy donating goods to some of
our pet charities to help with the winter ahead.
We had our usual picnic in the park meeting in March
and found both a breeze and some shade. Good for us!
It was a very hot day.
We also attended fundraising activities for 3 of our
sister clubs which were both enjoyable and useful.
Gosford North President: Kath McGrath
The members have been extremely busy with
preparing DFG kits and ‘welcome bags’ for the
children that Family and
Community Services have
taken into their care.
Kits have been sent to Nepal,
Kenya, East Timor, Cambodia
and Vanuatu.
Proudly we have made 1,000 kits, this milestone
was celebrated with a delicious cake. Twenty
sewing kits have been taken to Uganda, this being
our last project which is an off shoot to DFG. Many
organisations have been involved with both these
projects, for which we are most thankful.
Of course, craft stalls continue to be a fundraiser to
be able to complete these very worthwhile projects.
Scone President: Dianne Chad
Our combined Christmas raffle with the Scone
Rotary club was very successful. At the first coffee
morning for the year, we were joined by a fellow
Inner Wheeler, Joy, from England, she was visiting
local relatives.
Jan Cameron was a worthy nominee for Citizen of
the Year. Both Judith Simos and Sue Lewis belong
to local charities of which awards were given at the
Australia Day celebrations - well done ladies.
The March District
Meeting was held in
Scone. A weekend of
delicious food, a successful
meeting and a great men’s
tour visiting aircraft from
WW11.
Our International Night!
District A40’s involvement with Rotary
International District Conference in Perth.
Inner Wheel
helpers at the
Conference with a
School of St Jude
graduate.
Maureen Betts
and helpers run a
Cord Blood
Research raffle at
the Conference.
A52 District Chairman
Susan Chisholm
4 Clubs
Quilts for ‘Welcome
Bags.’
Celebratory Cake!!
Pat (right) from Gosford
North presenting Cord
Blood Bear and Cradle to
Carol from Scone to raffle
at the District Meeting.
Scone members at
Friendship Dinner.
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Alstonville President: Julie Lee
Since my last report the Inner Wheel Club of
Alstonville has elected it's new committee for the
2016/2017 year. Maree Pollock was voted incoming
President. We also welcomed a new member
Lorraine Beattie.
Our International night had an Irish theme and was
celebrated on St Patrick’s day. Eighty-six friends and
members celebrated the festivities which included
best costume, joke, and singing.
Next month our meeting will be a mystery bus trip.
Ballina President: Norma Robbins
February is our Club’s birthday, and over our cake
and coffee, Maureen Colburt (member), entertained
us with stories of her past business enterprises.
March was club catered and Dr Marie Chilton
(University trained Chiropractor) was very
informative.
April meeting (International Night) was a great
success with Margaret Ward our guest speaker. She
does volunteer work in healthcare and education,
recently in Africa and China. She has just published
a book on this before preparing to go to India.
Coffs Harbour President: Liesel Brown
Our International Night in March was a riot of colour
balloons, good food and entertainment, featuring,
South Africa, President Leisel’s original homeland.
Leisel provided recipes and some of the girls made
up delicious dishes.
Imaginative minds created colourful clothing and a
Terrigal President: Joan Davis
A fun afternoon in March was enjoyed by Crazy
Whist attendees. We supported three local primary
schools by giving Encouragement Awards.
A variation on a cake less cake stall was held in a
member’s home in the form of donating money for
morning tea, the proceeds then given to the Leprosy
Mission.
More than 100 poppies
have been made for the
local Anzac day display.
Members continue to
collect stamps and old
reading glasses to aid the
eradication of Polio.
Wyong President: Robyn Herzog
Wyong Neighbourhood Centre was the recipient of
members generously donating tinned foods for the
needy.
Lorraine Hyde attended the
Charter Night of the new
Victorian Club, Whorouly.
Of course green was the order
of the night when we celebrated
St Patrick’s Day. Green finger
food – even “leprechaun poop”
wa s ma d e wi t h mu ch
merriment, Irish trivia and
resident poet laureate, Dorothy,
wrote amusing limericks for each
member.
In March, the District held a stall at the local Uni for
the Women’s Day Expo and as a result a guest came
along to our March meeting, hoping she will join us.
President Joan extinguishes the
Flame of Friendship at the
District Meeting.
Wyong Members
enjoy the District
Meeting.
A55 District Chairman
Marie Keys
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What the World Needs. A little more spirit and a little less creed A little more giving and a little less greed A little more smile and a little less frown A little less kicking a person who’s down A little more ‘we’ and a little less ‘I’ A little more laughter and a little less cry A few more flowers on the pathway to life And fewer on graves at the end of the strife A little more hope at the end of the day A little less insistence to get our way A little more care for another person’s name A little less need to scold and blame A little less sadness and a little more mirth A little more thanks for the food of the earth.
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paper mache zebra
(borrowed from the
antique shop) greeted
guests at the door.
A Trivia Quiz featuring
South Africa improved
our knowledge of that
country.
Inverell President: Margaret Lenord
The most significant happening in our Club this year
has been the recent loss of our President Margaret
Lenord’s husband John. John’s Parkinson disease
led to dementia. He had been a loving husband and
dad and good community man. Margaret had quietly
and lovingly coped and supported John through
every stage of his illness. Oh! to find a cure for
Parkinson’s and dementia!
Monthly Birthday lunches are happy times. Inverell
people believe in the cord blood research and will
support our street stall later this month.
Lismore President: Rosemary Davis
Our year commenced with a Friendship Day hosted
by the Inner Wheel Club of Alstonville. It was a
perfect day with a beautiful venue and everybody
enjoyed catching up with old friends.
Our International Night in March celebrated Uganda
with our members dressing in red, yellow and black
the colours of the Ugandan Flag. Our speakers for
the evening were two students and a teacher from
the Summerland Christian School who had recently
returned from a mission to this war torn land.
Narrabri President: Jan McKenzie
Narrabri hosted an Irish night for St Patrick's Day, in
aid of "women's health in Nepal". Members and
guests arrived in different shades of green, and
tables set beautifully for the occasion. The meal
served with Irish Guinness Stew, stewed apple tart
with green ice cream.
A fun evening
was held with
man y Ir i sh
jokes.
4 new members
were inducted
by Pres Joan in
April.
Port Macquarie West President: Maria Collins
A Presentation by Club President Maria Collins and
'Technical Advisor'
Margo Lee was given
to the Port Macquarie
West Rotary Club
outlining the History,
both International
and National, and
Local projects our
Club participates in.
Initially our Club was
invited to give this
presentation as the current President of the said
Rotary Club had no knowledge of how Inner Wheel
functions.
The night was a huge success and we had a new
Member inducted in March.
Tamworth President: Kay Eather
The Chairman of the local Multi-Cultural Group,
Eddie Whitham, told us of his work with refugees
and migrants.
Member Narelle gave a power point presentation of
their trip to Antarctica. They left Peuto Madryn on a
21 day cruise, stopping at the Falkland Islands where
a local family served them morning tea. These people
cater for 5,000 tourists yearly.
Antarctica is two and a half times the area of
Australia. The stations operate only half of the year.
A former whaling station operates a museum, church
and post office. Spectacular were the icebergs, birds,
seals and penguins. The ecology is guarded closely
with clothes cleaned regularly.
President Liesel Brown and
International Officer Sandra
McAllister .
President Keiren, Margo and
President Maria.
11
17th
International Inner Wheel Convention
Melbourne 11th
– 14th
April 2018
A LETTER TO IWA MEMBERS
Dear IWA Friends,
HOT OFF THE PRESS….The convention logo, designed by the Graphic Designer of ICMSA in conjunction with
the Local Organising Committee.
Design features:
A returning boomerang, in the hope that delegates will return to Australia another time!
The blue border represents Australia as an island continent surrounded by sea as in the words of our national
anthem, “Our home is girt by sea”.
The yellow background is symbolic of living in a land of sunshine.
The colours of the boomerang are representative of the earthy ochres and sun-burnt country we live in.
The choice of using a boomerang in the design was a reference to the original indigenous
inhabitants of Australia.
Uniquely Australian.
We are confident you will have read the ‘Save The Date’ in the IWA Magazine February 2016
and noted the dates in your diaries. Of course by now, your ‘piggy banks’ are filling up with
$AUD convention dollars, so you too can be a part of what promises to be a memorable
CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP. It won’t be as memorable if IWA members decide not to be there.
Our goal is at least 600 enthusiastic warm friendly welcoming Aussie IW members joining us. That is less than
20 percent of our national membership. We know you won’t let us down.
Registration to attend the convention will open early next year (2017 and no, that is not a typo). In less than
two years from when you read this, the Closing Ceremony will have concluded and your active participation
will be a huge part of the success we will all be celebrating.
Why don’t you start researching Melbourne www.visitmelbourne.com.au and see what all the fuss is about?
We are aware that many IWA members are wondering why they have not heard from us regarding their offers
of help. Please be reassured that you will be hearing from us in the coming weeks and months about sub
committees and other ways you can help. Tours, day trips, Home Hosting, Welcome Reception, Opening
Ceremony, Friendship Dinner, Business Session, Gala Dinner, Closing Ceremony, speakers, entertainment,
sponsorships, merchandise, stalls, display booths, marketing, accommodation, golf tournament… but wait
there’s more!
In the meantime…
STEWARDS If you are interested in being a steward during the Convention, please contact Chief Steward Anne
Mc Gill, directly [email protected] or phone: 03 9707 5287 at your earliest convenience. Anne will
require MANY names for a great variety of tasks. Do remember, that to be a steward, you will need to be
registered (and have paid) to attend the Convention. This is an insurance requirement.
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HOME HOSTING Coordinator Pam Watkins has already been contacted by some members, which is
encouraging, but of course we are hoping for a lot more offers. A60, A61, A62 members in particular, please
get in touch with Pam soon if you are considering being a Home Host pre or post Convention. Don’t just tell
others you’re going to, tell Pam! [email protected]
The CONVENTION PROGRAMME outline is as follows and will be all event inclusive in your Registration Fee.
WEDNESDAY 11TH APRIL 2018
REGISTRATION DESK OPENS in the foyer of the Melbourne Convention Centre
Forums or Symposium to be decided by the IIW President of the day, Dr. Kapila Gupta.
Welcome Reception & Banner Exchange (Wednesday 5.30pm to 7pm) …a 90 minute cocktail style
function (not dinner) in the expansive MCEC foyer. This is no ordinary foyer. Expect a few surprises.
THURSDAY 12TH APRIL 2018
The Opening Ceremony. Welcome to Melbourne, AUSTRALIA.
The General Business Meeting commences Thursday afternoon. Be involved with IW at work!
A Friendship Dinner with a difference…an informal progressive dinner with a variety of
entertainment, held in some of the old boat shed restaurants along South Wharf promenade, adjacent
to the Convention Centre. Mix and mingle will be the order of the day. Your opportunity to meet
many new IIW friends. Be involved with IW at play!
FRIDAY 13TH APRIL 2018
General Business Meeting continues.
The Gala Dinner, to be held in the Melbourne Room. Pre dinner drinks will be
enjoyed in the Melbourne Room foyer with spectacular river and city skyline
views.
SATURDAY 14th APRIL 2018
The General Business Meeting concludes in the morning.
The Closing Ceremony (Saturday afternoon)…time to say goodbye.
NB: ‘Box style’ lunches Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
PRE AND POST TOURS (with IWA members’ involvement) will be advertised in plenty of time and available at
your own expense.
DAILY FULL DAY and HALF DAY TOURS (with IWA members’ involvement) will be available throughout the
Convention. Delegates booking any tours on the Tuesday prior to the opening of the registration desk, will
have special arrangements made for them, so no need to fret about that.
There will be booths available for display and promotional purposes (cost to be advised). We have already
had a very enthusiastic Rotary Club approach us expressing interest in one of those. Some selected retail stall
opportunities will also be available within the MCEC foyer. Contact us with any contacts you have.
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT In smiling anticipation… the IIW 2018 Convention Committee:
Val Corva/ Convention Coordinator [email protected]
Anne Mc Gill, Marg Sansom, Lorraine Hyde and Pam Watkins
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HOME HOSTING UPDATE
Co-ordinator Pam Watkins
Thank you to those who have put their name down
to Home Host an International Delegate attending
the IIW Convention in Melbourne in April 2018.
Response so far has been promising but we need
more hosts to make this a viable proposition. At
present we have a shortage of homes in the
Convention State of Victoria.
Many Delegates may wish to stay
on after the Convention but prefer
to fly directly to Melbourne and be
hosted within a short travelling
distance from the Convention
Centre. Please give it some thought as we do need
your help.
As we have mentioned previously our
aim is to give the International
Delegates a warm and friendly
Australian experience and the
opportunity to meet with new Inner
Wheel friends.
Just a reminder - Accommodation is only for up to 3
nights pre or post convention NOT during the
Convention (11- 14th
April). Also, your offer now is
not binding it is only an Expression of Interest, you
may pull out if your circumstances change in
anyway.
Burnie President: Beverley Vincent
Burnie City Alderman Sandra French AM unveiled
the Dawn Collins Memorial Seat in the picturesque
Burnie Park on the 6 March 2016.
The seat was donated by the
IWC of Burnie in recognition
of Dawn’s contribution to
Inner Wheel and the
community. Inner Wheel
members, family and friends
attended the
ceremony.
Burnie Inner Wheel members catered for 75
Rotarians who attended the annual Rotary Bowls
Night. The Bowls Night is a successful fundraiser for
the club.
Clarence President: Maree Godleman
At our February meeting President Maree and
members welcomed A80 Chairman Colleen Richey
for her club visit and Diabetes Tasmania CEO
representative who was presented with the cheque
for $3,000 raised for Juvenile Diabetes Type 1
Camps.
Our new member, Anna
Melton, was inducted by
Colleen.
Our ‘Days for Girls’ fashion
parade at the Blue Illusion
shop was attended by
members and their friends.
Lots of fun and a fundraising
success.
Deloraine President: Bev Ritchie
We were all saddened recently to hear that our
Honorary Member Olive Loone had passed away.
She had been living at Rubicon Grove Hostel at Port
Sorell for several years, but had joined us on several
occasions.
We all think also of Immediate Past President
Stephanie Johnston who is now recuperating after
knee replacements, and wish her a speedy recovery.
A very successful ‘Days for Girls’ sewing group is
being run by a local Rotarian, and several of our
members.
Hobart Sunset President: Barbara Hughes
Our Club has had a rather busy and rewarding year.
The highlights have been the visit to our November
meeting of members from the Camden Club, two
fashion Parades at Blue Illusion, two High Teas and
the attendance of the Lord Mayor as a guest speaker
at our February meeting.
A80 District Chairman
Colleen Richey
8 Clubs
Honoured past
member
Dawn Collins.
Collins Family Members,
Bev Hite (IWC Burnie),
Garry Collins (Burnie),
and Pauline Dobson
(IWC Hobart Sunset).
DC Colleen inducts
Anna Melton.
Above - Members and Friends
enjoy the Fashion Parade.
Left - IW member Judi Adams
models an outfit.
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A Social outing for
members and friends at
R i v e r s i d e E s t a t e ,
Richmond for High Tea.
A wonderful afternoon
filled with laughter and
beautiful food.
Induction of two new
members was also a call
for a celebration.
Kings Meadows President: Sue Dyson
2016 started with our annual pilgrimage to the rural
property of Henny and Larry Gofton for our January
meeting, we welcomed Vicki
Blakeman into our ranks with her
induction into the Club by
President Sue Dyson.
Our Annual Cocktail Party in the
garden at Franklin House was a
wonderful success with more than
100 attending and over $2,000
raised for local charities, a great
effort by a hard working
committee.
A social outing was arranged by Henny Gofton for
members and partners who travelled to Bridport on
the East Coast of Tasmania, to enjoy a relaxed
luncheon at the local RSL.
Launceston President: Michelle Holmes
In January a large group of our club members and A80
District Chairman Colleen Richey gathered at City
Park to present a memorial
seat to The Mayor
Alderman van Zetten for
the City of Launceston.
This recognises our 60
years of service to the
Community and was
followed by a delicious luncheon at Victoria’s Cafe
adjacent to the City Park. It was a happy, friendly
event to start the new year.
Mersey President: Sharon Burcham
An IW day function was held at DC Colleen Richey's
home, all Tasmanian IW clubs were represented, 50
people attended and enjoyed a lovely day.
Our April meeting was a 60’s theme night held at the
home of our treasurer Cini Murcott, with 60’s, food,
dress etc. A great time was had by all.
Our Club was awarded ‘Community Event of Year’
shared with Soroptomist, CWA and Zonta Clubs on
Australia Day 2016.
Tamar Valley President: Jan Easther
Judy Speers has been a valued member of our club
since joining us in 2013. Unfortunately she is moving
Interstate. We have enjoyed our time with her and
wish her good health and happiness.
Also a farewell function was held for Peggy Mills at
the home of President Jan Easter. This was well
attended by past and present members of Inner Wheel
and Rotary. Peggy and her late husband Tom have
contributed greatly over the years.
We will miss Peg, as she moves to
NSW, especially her cheeky
humour.
Tea for Three
Vicki Rumbold, Helen West
and Marilyne Roberts.
New Members with President
Barabara, Jill Henry left and
Helen Scarafiotti right.
Lunch at
Bridport.
Peggy.
Gladys Roach,
Elizabeth Midson
and
Joan Nicholas.
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Bathurst President: Christine Mahony
On Tuesday 8th March, President Chris, Treasurer Jo
and Social Convenor Heather, set up an Inner Wheel
stall, complete with handouts and our large banner at
the Bathurst Council’s
international Women’s Day
Information Session at
BMEC.
We hope it may result in a
few new members but it
certainly should spread the
word about Inner Wheel as
we must have responded a
thousand times to the
question “What is Inner
Wheel? We have never
heard of it!”
Blayney President: Lucy Needham
Blayney Inner Wheel Club was delighted to host
Gemma Sisia, founder, and Dorice Livingstone-Abel,
a new graduate, of the School of St Jude in Arusha
Tanzania recently.
Two hundred people were catered for with the
assistance of Hospitality Students from Blayney High
School and the Rotary Club of Blayney. Those present
were enthralled and amazed with the presentations
about the School of St Jude from Gemma and Dorice.
A fashion parade followed. Funds raised support
schooling for District A50’s sponsored student, Daniel.
Cowra President: Diane Walsh
In February new member Christine Parker was
inducted. Election of Officers was held in February.
Our current President Diane Walsh was elected for
another year as President.
At our March Meeting DC Meryl Usback gave a most
Interesting talk on her life’s journey.
Eight members attended
the District International
Project Fundraiser Day in
Blayney.
Members enjoyed Inner Wheel Day in Lithgow. Cord
Blood Bears are having red vests knitted ready for
Coin for Cord in May.
Lithgow President: Marilyn Tulley
Lithgow members celebrated Christmas at PP Gail’s
home in the beautiful Wolgan Valley.
We joined with our husbands and partners for lunch at
a local hotel on IIW Day.
Members decided to turn our collection of banners
into a display cloth for use at special functions. As we
were hosting the A50 District Picnic in March, the
cloths were displayed for the first time.
Orange President: Patricia Cuming
Our February meeting was held at Gabrielle
Ironside’s home where DC Meryl Usback visited.
High Tea followed with lots of lovely food and
chatter.
In March we met for Crazy Whist with a delicious
lunch and then the time for serious card playing
began. It was great fun!
Rosemary Stanton will be our guest speaker at Duntry
League in May for our Coin for Cord fundraiser. This
should be a wonderful time.
Orange Minhi President: Alison Broughton
On Saturday 16 February a few Minhis attended a
family day out at Lake Canabolas for a BBQ and
paddling, to try dragon boating with varying levels of
fitness. It was a great fun day out with many Minhis
attending with their children.
Over the weekend of 2nd and 3rd April, Minhis
participated in the Relay for Life in Orange raising
around $150.00 towards Cancer Research.
A50 District Chairman
Meryl Usback
8 Clubs
Heather Rendell and
Joanne Whitton
manning the stall.
President Diane, DC Meryl
and PP Mandy Howard.
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Canberra-Belconnen President: Katy Lees
In January we had a special out of hours visit to the
Australian War Memorial WW1 gallery followed by
dinner. On Australia Day we had breakfast at one of
our member's homes.
In February we enjoyed Kay Morland's visit.
Our main fundraiser has been movie mornings
followed by lunch at the Palace Cinema. We have
arranged 4 movies thus far with a profit of about $300.
In March members cruised Lake Burley Griffin,
wandered in Government House gardens, and made a
donation to Days for Girls.
Unfortunately the Rotary Adventures in Citizenship
was cancelled due to the change of Budget date so we
were unable to host students.
In April we will be assisting Rotary with catering for
the 5 Peaks bicycle challenge.
Holdfast Marion President: Jan Arnold
Our club celebrated its
17th birthday with a
dinner meeting at Marion
Hotel. The highlight was
member Chris receiving a
Community Volunteer
Award which was richly
deserved.
Wendy Ashenden then
gave a talk on her recent
cruise to Antarctica -
walking on the ice,
admiring penguins, and
w a t c h i n g m a s s i v e
icebergs!
Another successful fund raising event for Cord Blood
found a roomful of enthusiastic men and women
applying their minds to become the winners of The
QUIZ morning.
Mobilong President: Kerry Wilson
A warm summer’s night by the banks of the River
Murray was the perfect setting for a pizza night and
the election of officers for the coming Inner Wheel
Year.
“Tell us something of yourself”, revealed some very
interesting and amusing stories from members’ pasts.
Our 31st Birthday was celebrated at the local Thai
restaurant with banquet and a delicious birthday cake
for dessert.
North East Sunset President: Rosalie De Lurant
Our February meeting was a social night out enjoying
cake and coffee at Bracegirdles Chocolate shop
followed by the movies.
A very successful movie fundraiser with lots of laughs
at My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2. This enabled us to
donate $1,500.00 to our chosen charity E4WSA. Amy
received this donation after speaking to our club on our
9th Birthday We also welcomed our new Member
Vanessa.
St Peters/Campbelltown
President: Margaret Woodcock
Once again we are progressing well as we zoom into
2017.
In March a number of members enjoyed morning tea
with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull on his visit to
Adelaide.
A riotous time is planned for April when members will
compete to win a series of Bingo games.
June 6th is our Change-Over and will incorporate a
fundraiser with a fashion parade organised by ‘Black
Pepper’ of Burnside. Proceeds will be donated to
research into ovarian cancer.
Tea Tree Gully President: Jan Johnson
In February several of our members attended the
District Meeting where we met IWA President Kay
Morland.
One of our ongoing
projects is the breakfast
programme of a local
primary school and at
our own February
Meeting we brought in
sui table breakfast
cereals, etc. Two
members volunteered to
deliver the goods and a
cheque.
In March we had a very enjoyable and successful joint
meeting with the Rotary Club of Morialta.
Canberra - Belconnen
A70 District Chairman
Merilyn Schultz
6 Clubs
ISO Chris O’Nyons with SA
Government Community
Volunteer Award.
DC Merilyn left and
President Jan right.
PDC Lyn Green, Jenny Read and
the Primary School Principal
receiving goodies and a cheque.
‘Happiness keeps you sweet, Trails keep you strong, Sorrows keep you human, Failures keep you growing,
But only love keeps you going.’
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The Adelaide Hills President: Tricia Dale
At our March meeting recently, we welcomed our
special guests IWA President Kay Morland, and also
DC Marilyn Schultz and Kay Haig.
Our club has decided on “The Women’s Foundation of
Nepal” as our chosen international project, and will be
receiving updates of the work being done for the
women and girls in that country.
Our club received “Happy Easter Blessings” from
Swati Banerjee, our friend from India.
CONGRATULATIONS
At the 2016 Murray Bridge Australia Day Awards,
A70 Past District Chairman Pam Luke was named
Volunteer of the Year.
It is always special to have the Inner Wheel Australia
President come and visit for a District Meeting. It is
even more special when our own Kay Morland drops
by. We haven’t seen too much of her this year, so it
was wonderful to hear what she has been up to.
A dinner with the District
Executive on Friday night
started the visit. It finished
on Saturday night with a
lovely dinner for all
catered by the Inner Wheel
Club of Cranbourne.
Bairnsdale President: Shirley Bardwell
Bairnsdale Club was delighted with the representation
of A62 District members who supported the recent
Friendship Day held in Bairnsdale. It is a privilege to
have our own Yvonne Romp as District Chairman. So
many embraced the theme of hats, handbags, hands
and heels and dressed accordingly, which added to the
atmosphere of the day.
Those who stayed on for the weekend enjoyed the boat
trip on the Gippsland Lakes on board the Sea Bird.
Bayside President: Kate Ashton
Wyn Roper from “Quilts of Valour Australia Inc.”,
spoke at our meeting. This organisation makes quilts
that are awarded to currently serving Armed Forces
personnel, veterans and immediate families touched
by war, as an acknowledgement
of their Valour, Service and
Sacrifice for our country.
Even the Dog Handlers and
their doggy mates are
recognised. The quilts are large
and often made to the colour,
pattern or theme chosen by the
families. A very poignant and
inspirational address.
Berwick President: Pat Edwards
The Inner Wheel Club of Berwick’s considerable
catering skills have been enlisted once again. A
sumptuous meal was
served to the Rotary
Clubs of Berwick and
Monbulk for their
annual Bowls Night.
They have played
bowls for 50 years and
we have catered every
year it has been held
in Berwick.
A great friendship evening along with fundraising
makes for a successful event.
Casinia President: Karolina Plasnic
Our Christmas dinner celebration was of a wonderful
year together and also welcoming a new club member
Amanda Muxworthy and a new
President Karolina Plosnic.
Meagan due to work commitments
has passed the Presidential baton
to President Karolina.
She has taken on the role and will
continue to lead our club from
now till 2017. Amanda was welcomed and inducted
by our District Chairman Yvonne Romp. We were
also lucky to have our Australian President Kay
Morland and IPDC Kay Rankin.
A62 District Chairman
Yvonne Romp
13 Clubs
Team work!!
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Cranbourne President: Charmaine Skewes
At our March meeting our guest speaker was Jen Kelly
a representative from Wayss. This is a registered
housing provider and homeless assistance service
based in Dandenong.
Jen's talk was very
informative and we
gained an insight into
the way women who
have or are escaping
domestic violence can
be assisted by local
support groups.
Latrobe formerly Morwell
President: Helen MacRae
At our March Meeting we had pleasure in announcing
that our name change to the Inner Wheel Club of
Latrobe has been accepted and now operational.
The Inner Wheel Club of Phillip Island initiated a
project for the making of surgical gowns. They are
given to children
from disadvantaged
countries that have
surgical procedures
carried out with the
Interplast Program.
Enthusiastically we
got on board. We
have had one
s e w i n g d a y
producing 15 gowns and more such days are in the
pipeline.
Moe President: Julienne Nave
For many years now we have supported our local
schools by providing sponsorship for children whose
family would struggle with the cost of school camp.
We were pleased to be able to provide this again for a
further 2 children.
Jan Cougle demonstrated
her skill with flower
arranging. Jan also
provides and arranges
the flowers for District
Meetings. We were all in
awe of her ability
Mornington Peninsula President: Lynne Lee
Our first meeting for 2016 was our 18th Birthday
meeting and a great way to start the year. President
Lynne provided a lovely festive setting, flowers,
petals, serviettes and birthday cupcakes. We regarded
this as a “club night”.
W e e n t e r t a i n e d
ourselves with the
origins of our middle
names, either a popular
or hereditary name of
the times.
Combine this with the
wonderful view from
our Mornington Golf Club it was a fantastic great
night.
Narre Warren President: Elize Shutt
For many years our club
has celebrated International
Women’s Day. The dinner
is held at the wonderful
Clover Cottage in Berwick.
It was a very enjoyable
night with lovely food,
friendship and interesting
guest speaker. Dr Rudy Lopes, who is an obstetrician
and gynaecologist, spoke on the necessity of
immunization. This is a major event in the calendar of
our club.
Nepean President: Barbara Goonan
We welcomed our
guest speaker, Georgia
Roberts from Beleura
Health Solutions. She
gave an interesting
and informative talk
on the varied services
available through this
organization.
In particular, she spoke about the pelvic area and how
we can take measures to defer incontinence, prolapse
etc., by exercise and healthy lifestyles; with member
participation very much a part of the nights activities,
I’m sure you can imagine the laughter and
conversations that erupted as Georgia spoke.
Pakenham President: Sue Blenkhorn
Three of our members took part in Rotary District
9820’s Ride to Conference in Wangaratta as riders.
Joy de Jong, Josie Wilson and Helen van Dieman (on
her 15th ride) had a successful week riding with the
Youth Exchange Students
and Rotarians raising funds
for Life Education.
These girls all ride
regularly on a Friday
morning in Pakenham with
up to five other Inner
Wheel/Rotary members and
are fondly called “The Bikettes”!!
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Phillip Island President: Dianne Barlow
Our on-going ‘Helping Hand Bags’ project continues
to grow. They are toiletry packs suitable for women,
men and children
contained in zip
lock bags.
We now have
supplied 5 Police
Stations: Cowes,
S a n R e m o ,
W o n t h a g g i ,
Inverloch and Koo Wee Rup.
They are gratefully accepted and used in the case of
any emergency situations in the area.
Warragul President: Bhavna Bhatt
We had some wonderful guest speakers who told us
about domestic violence within our local district. We
all found the statistics extremely alarming. We were
very happy to be able to make a $200 donation to the
cause.
We were delighted to welcome our newest member
Kylie Bollings. Her Mum is a member of Pakenham
Inner Wheel. Pakenham put up a good fight for her
membership…..but I think it was Warragul’s close
proximity to her home that got us over the line!
Boonah President: Zelma Hanley
IIW Day BBQ for members and friends took place at
the home of ISO Bev Ward. Good food and wine,
wonderful fellowship! All positions have been filled
for the coming year.
New member Michelle White
was inducted at February
Meeting. Irish stew, green
wine, Irish jokes made for a
fun meeting on 17th March.
We’re still involved making
components for DFG kits.
Looking forward to a taste tempting afternoon tea at
our April Fashion Parade.
Brisbane President: Allison Hodges
Several of our members visited Betty Morton, a
member of Inner Wheel for 55 years. Betty was a
Charter Member of the Inner Wheel Club of
Townsville, and, along with Therese Wharton, was
involved in the Charter of the Inner Wheel Club of
Brisbane. What a wonderful member she has been.
Our outing for April was a visit to the Museum to see
the Medieval exhibition. We are also looking forward
to our annual outing at Diana and Peter Douglas’s
home at Ormeau.
Brisbane North President: Margaret Spiller
The main highlight for this third quarter was a High
Tea to celebrate International Women’s Day. Our guest
speaker was a very inspiring
lady who spoke about her
work with refugees as a
Community Development
Practitioner at Kelvin Grove
Urban village.
Her early extensive travels
prepared her well to
encourage assimilation and
cross cultural understanding,
particularly amongst women
in the Urban Village. The
profits from the day enabled
us to give a good donation to her work.
Brisbane West President: Janet Buntain
We have forwarded 200 kits to Days for Girls.
February meeting saw
us being Mindful by
colouring in cards.
Everyone left with
one completed and
another to do at
home.
In March, Fran from Moggill
Honey gave us an interesting
talk about her bees and the
production of honey. Fran also
brought along her “Furry
Friends” for us to view.
Members enjoyed a croquet
afternoon followed by a
sausage sizzle and monthly
coffee mornings continue to
enhance friendships.
A77 District Chairman
Jean Mylrea
19 Clubs
Days For Girl’s Working Bee.
Back up at the ready!!
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Broadbeach President: Philippa Pampel
Social activities have included our annual coffee
morning with Gold Coast North and a morning tea
with Miami Special School. Proceeds of our Christmas
gift wrapping were presented to a local women’s
refuge and to a special school for disadvantaged
children in Miami for the installation of an air
conditioning unit.
For March Meeting we
had a fundraiser for
District A77 Days for
Girls project and was
supported by members
of Broadbeach Rotary
and Gold Coast North.
Bundaberg President: June Reinemann
In February we inducted a wonderful new member,
Judy Bowman, and in March we celebrated our club’s
61st birthday.
We are looking forward to several social occasions and
a garage sale, which certainly tax our energies. We are
currently gathering all our hidden unwanted treasures
and lots of plastic shopping bags.
Bundaberg Sunset President: Sue Burke
Spin a Winner, Chinese New Year, barbecue and tour
of Rotary House as well as afternoons at Claire’s home
planning our successful trivia night and upcoming high
tea have kept our social calendar buzzing.
District Chairman Jean
Mylrea inducted Robyn
and Christine. She also
e n l i g h t e n e d a n d
engaged us with tales
of her early years.
Proceeds of fundraising
have benefited the
Hospital Foundation,
Rotary House, Eden
Place, Cord Blood
Research and others.
Gayndah President: Annemaree McGilvery
The March District meeting was held in Gayndah.
Eighty people on Friday night for dinner with much
chatter.
On Saturday the men attended an Outback bullock
team demonstration.
Honoured to have
IWA President
Kay Moreland
attending.
Thanks everyone for supporting
Gayndah and embracing our
“Let’s Go International” theme. Such a great weekend
enjoyed by all.
Cord Blood will be our last fundraiser. A dinner get
together for April and another in June. Farewell, with
blessings from Gayndah.
Gold Coast North President: Catherine Huber
IIW Day breakfast was at Emerald Lakes Golf Club,
and a morning tea to thank the volunteers who assisted
with the Christmas wrapping at Pacific Fair. A lot of
organisation and hard work goes into it for which we
are most appreciative.
Our Silky Pillow sewing
day was well attended and
75 pillows were donated to
the Cancer Council.
The “Fifty Shades of
Pink” District Changeover
at the Gold Coast was
promoted at the District
Meeting in Gayndah.
Hervey Bay President: Liz Godfrey
Maryborough and Hervey Bay Clubs met for IIW Day
at the Waterfront Restaurant.
March meeting was a guest speaker from the Fraser
Coast Wig Library. The Library is aimed at supporting
local women who experience hair loss as a result of
cancer or related treatment. A donation was given to
purchase more wigs.
Members conducted a successful stall at the Toogoom
Easter Fair.
Presentation to Miami Special
School.
President Phillipa, District Vice
Chairman Jeanette Williams and
Secretary Lyn
at DFG’s fundraiser.
DC Jean Mylrea inducts
new members.
At Rotary House.
President Kay
receives a cheque for
the Fiji Cyclone
Appeal.
Silky Pillow Day.
A Pink Chorus Line.
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Ipswich President: Mary Brown
At our February meeting
District Chairman Jean
Mylrea joined us and it was
lovely hearing about her
family and her Inner Wheel
life. Thank you for your
visit Jean.
March we had Rotary Youth
Exchange Noemie Vanden
Dael from Belgium attend
our meeting. Noemie showed
us pictures of her home town,
family and friends. A very
enjoyable afternoon.
Maryborough President: Jennifer Ogden
We joined Hervey Bay members to celebrate IIW
Day. To celebrate
I n t e r n a t i o n a l
Women’s Day and
the birthdays of two
members, we enjoyed
morning tea at a local
café.
Three of our members
attended the District
Meeting in Gayndah.
At our April meeting President Jenny baked Anzac
biscuits and presented each member with a biscuit
along with a sprig of rosemary to commemorate
Anzac Day. We also read Australian poems.
We are holding a market stall in May for Cord Blood
research.
Port Curtis President: Nance Davies
This year we celebrated Inner Wheel Day at our first
meeting on 3rd February. We had a wonderful evening
and enjoyed a special birthday cake.
Three of our members embarked on a trip to India in
February which included some sightseeing, being
involved with the National Immunisation day,
building a dam in a remote area and visiting three
schools.
Rockhampton President: Lesleigh Mitcham
Our club enjoyed a breakfast with Rockhampton
Sunset to celebrate IIW Day. February was our AGM.
March we met at President
Lesleigh’s home where
members brought the rugs and
bed socks they had been making
for our Mater Oncology and
Bethany Aged Care project. We
have such a lot of talent for
knitting and crochet, etc.
April will be our Birthday lunch
at Stirling. We have lots of
exciting get-togethers planned.
Rockhampton Sunset President: Glenda Ireland
Our club organized
groceries and gifts for
our three adopt-a-
families just prior to
Christmas.
Rockhampton’s two Inner
Wheel Clubs celebrated
Inner Wheel day with friends
and partners at an enjoyable
Breakfast.
In May, our club will be
serving morning tea for 150 international and local
guests at the Brahman Congress gathering.
We continue to support a local school’s breakfast club
each Monday and the Horse Riding for the disabled.
Strathpine President: Tracy Pedler
Autumn is turning out to be a very busy time for us
with many social and fundraising activities taking
place, our annual Fashion Parade, Cord Blood craft
and sausage sizzle.
DC Jean and President
Mary enjoy lunch.
PDC Monica Williams,
Exchange Student Noemie
and President Mary.
Celebrating Birthdays.
President Glenda and
friends enjoy breakfast.
Bill and Beulah Bryson
man the BBQ.
Craft girls Jocelyn, Robyn,
Silva, Lyn and Tracy.
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Sunshine Coast President: Anne Paddison
Recently our Club celebrated its 30th anniversary. Our
guest speaker’s theme was ‘Amazing Women in
History’. Members, partners
and visitors listened intently
to the story of the amazing
women who have nurtured
our Club over those 30
years.
Fourteen ‘amazing
women’ were honoured at a special Past President’s
Luncheon hosted by President Anne as part of our
30th year celebrations. With a record 42 members this
year we are looking forward with enthusiasm to our
future.
Toowoomba President: Maureen Burke
Our February meeting guests were Robbie and
Roslyn from Days for Girls. They enlightened
members as to the Feminine Hygiene Kits and the
cycle of poverty broken when girls now stay longer in
school.
In March husbands/partners joined us to hear guest
speaker Kevin Distant tell us about snakebites and
how to use Epipens to treat severe allergic reactions
to many allergens.
Final planning is underway for a “Mother and
Daughter” afternoon tea to be held in May.
Wishart President: Debbie James
Wishart has become very passionate about a new
project, birthing kits for
East Timor. The birthing
conditions and materials
are so primitive in the
region that our President
Deb and our committee
members decided to do
something to help. We
have already sent off our
first package of kits.
We still continue working on our Days for Girls kits and
will have another packing day shortly. At our club we
are always enjoying ourselves.
The Charter of the Inner Wheel Club of FNQ
Tablelands was held at Tolga, on the Atherton
Tablelands, at noon on Saturday 9 April 2016. A most
delightful occasion.
After driving through the
most incredible rainforest
where the trees formed a
canopy over the road we
arrived at the Atherton
Rainforest Motor Inn. The
Charter was held in the
resort’s Snibbles Restaurant.
District Chairman of A76
Jenni Bennett, Extension
Chairman Dianne Johnstone and Charter President Julie
Brzozowski welcomed the new members. Inner Wheel
Australia President, Kay Morland, the members of the
Inner Wheel Australia Executive and over eighty guests
also welcomed the new FNQ Tablelands members to
our wonderful world of Inner Wheel.
Mayor Joe Paronella of the
Tablelands Regional Council
and his wife were guests. It
was the Mayor’s first official
function after his election at
the recent Council Elections.
Members travelled from many
parts of Australia to attend,
including Melva Hall from
Adelaide and Telka Williams
from Alice Springs.
Telka, now a sprightly 94,
was a member of a Cairns
Inner Wheel Club before
moving to “The Alice” and
becoming a Member-at-
Large.
The Atherton Tablelands is
a very beautiful part of our
country and is worth
discovering.
President Anne,
Guest Speaker
Fiona Simpson, MLA
and PP Ann Rattle.
Above: PPs Alma Smith, Robyn
Edwards, Sally White, and
Margaret Oliver with President
Anne’s husband, Merv.
Left: Charter Members
Margaret Oliver, Alma Smith,
Gloria McEwan, and Janne
Kelly cut the birthday Cake.
Birthing Kits ready to go.
Report by National Representative
Bev Crowe.
IWC
FNQ Tablelands
P.S. Had the best ever scones at Tolga many years ago - Ed.
Telka.
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Baulkham Hills President: Yvonne Whyte
Our international charity, The Myanmar Eye Care
Program, will benefit from our successful dinner at a
local Burmese restaurant.
The raffle prizes were
purchased in Burma by
members who had visited
an Eye Hospital there.
Our major event, wrapping
Christmas gifts and raffle,
was very profitable this
year. Funds going to a
local women’s shelter.
We have also had several purely social events such as
an Australia Day celebration that included Aussie
games.
Beecroft President: Gloria Allison
Up and running with the selling of tickets for our
raffle with lovely prizes - jewellery, handmade quilt,
and a gift voucher for some lucky people.
Collecting for Coin for Cord days keeps us on our
toes. Have enjoyed a few days of chat and laughter
and an umbrella day at “Jazz in the Pines” due to all
the rain.
We also enjoyed the get-together of the “B” clubs,
Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, and ourselves this
month. The book exchange at our meetings is now
going strong also. This aids our funding.
Blacktown City President: Rhonda Bensley
The members are enjoying lots of friendship and
enthusiasm on our regular craft days which continue
to supply craft items for our craft stalls held at a local
shopping centre.
The club has become involved in the Days for Girls
project and sewing days are being held to make all the
items required to make up the kits that go to girls in
underdeveloped countries.
We were thrilled to be able to induct a new member
at our last meeting.
Campsie President: Joan Brown
Campsie, “Unique and United” as always, enjoyed a
lovely afternoon making their own pizzas and raising
funds for Cord Blood at the home of member Helen
Angelis in April.
Our Quilt raffle was most successful for Careflight and
we also held a stall at Campsie Rotary markets
enabling us to unclutter our homes, as well as raise
money for our charity fund.
We will also visit Lakemba Nursing Home before the
end of the Inner Wheel year.
Kenthurst President: Maggie Dutton
At our January meeting Guest speaker and member
Nikki Watson, aided by Marie Beck, spoke about the
Cooee March. They both went on the reenactment of
the NSW Snowballing Recruitment March of 1915-16.
Well done!
We served morning tea for those attending Australia
Day celebrations arranged by Kenthurst Rotary at John
Benyon Park.
On Anzac Day we provided morning tea to the people
attending the Service. The Kenthurst Community
sincerely appreciated our efforts.
Liverpool Combined President: Judith Banks
International Inner Wheel Day was celebrated with
family and friends at Ambrosia Seafood Restaurant at
Silverdale, in the lovely countryside surrounded by
Olive Trees.
DC Carol Leaver and District Members attended our
February meeting, great friendship and good company.
Members enjoyed a lovely time at the Hydro Majestic
Hotel at Medlow Bath, dinning on a petite high tea and
taking in the wonderful views over Jamieson Valley.
We also attended Friendship Day at Nurrangingy
Reserve at Doonside, enjoying a warm cup of tea and
chatter in the fresh air.
Friday 29th April 2016 we will be holding our annual
Coin for Cord Day at Liverpool Hospital.
Nepean President: Robyn Portelli
Once again Jenny Richardson and husband Brian
hosted a cocktail party in January to celebrate
International Friendship Day. The theme this year was
“green and gold”. We were joined by 3 ex club
members and their partners. Everyone had a great
evening of food, wine and fellowship.
Club members met recently to
enjoy a game of “lawn
bowls”. What better way to
spend a Sunday afternoon
great company, a bit of gentle
exercise followed by dinner
and refreshments!
A53 District Chairman
Carol Leaver
15 Clubs
President Yvonne thanks
owners of Sun’s Burmese
Kitchen.
Members wrapping Christmas
gifts and selling raffle tickets.
The Bowlers!
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Norwest President: Dallas Bendt
Social Convenor Stephanie, organised a great lunch on
the Nepean Belle complete with perfect weather.
A Trivia Night in April is organised at Baulkham Hills
Bowling Club as a Charity Fund Raiser and Barefoot
Bowls has also been arranged for May.
Denis and Flavia Riva became first time grandparents
to Huxley Ross so great excitement in the Riva
household. On a sadder note Chris Kelly’s Mum
passed away in Melbourne just recently so our
condolences to Chris and her family.
Many of our members have been travelling. Lee Hall
caught up with Jennie Leathley, who now lives near
Tweed Heads. Jennie was Norwest Inner Wheel’s
second President.
Parramatta President: Caroline Flynn
After 68 years we recognise with pride the
contributions, dedication and service of every one of
our Parramatta members including:-
Gwen Davies - IWA President 1970-71.
IIW President 1975-76.
Olga Bennett - IWA President 1984-85.
District A53 Chairmen
Sandra Castley 2004-05.
Jill Lawrenson 2011-12.
Lyn Ison 2014-15.
We are thankful for continuing friendships. Some
members will now retire and a number will transfer to
other clubs.
Our best wishes to IIW, IWA and especially clubs in
our great District A53.
Penrith President: Jean Cook
Members of the Inner Wheel club of Penrith have
enjoyed meetings and lunches at the Rowers, Penrith
and have attended outings.
We have supported charities, both locally and
internationally. Guest speakers have been interesting
and varied.
A number of grandchildren and great grand-children
have arrived, but unfortunately some of our members
have suffered ill health and accidents.
Ryde President: Julie Thorp
This will be our final report for Ryde Inner Wheel as
unfortunately we are closing after 53 years of
Friendship and Community involvement.
Within the 53 years our club has had Five District
Chairmen serve District A53:-
Heather Nance 1988-89.
Jean Morton 1990-91.
Rose Rocca 1996-97.
Wendy Wonson 1999-00.
Shirley Grant 2005-06.
It is very sad to close, but some of our members will
continue with other clubs.
One of our current members Pat Bond was a Charter
member and we wish her well.
We wish all the best for all our friends in IIW, IWA
and District A53.
Smithfield President: Susan H. Lumley
2016 began with a most enjoyable High Tea at
President Sue Lumley’s home, to celebrate Inner
Wheel International Day. Sue baked delicious
goodies for us, all served on her late Mother’s
beautiful English china. A number of guests joined us
on this lovely occasion.
In April members attended Harmony Day at the Les
Powell School which caters for severely disabled
children. This school is our major charity.
It is always a joy to see how these children respond to
the wonderful education they receive at this school,
the Staff and Teachers are just marvellous.
The Hawkesbury President: Ida Harris
A very successful trivia night in February raised
funds for drought relief and Veterans suffering PTSD.
We help with Richmond Rotary
Markets every second Saturday of
the month in Windsor and
running the canteen at the
Hawkesbury District Show in
April.
Janette Kuipers hosted a dinner
with funds going to Prostate
Cancer. Lorna Clare has been
welcomed into the Club.
It’s a busy time with fund raising and having fun and
with more to come.
The Hills President: Maralyne Skeggs
As we approach the end of our Inner Wheel year, The
Hills Club continues to be busy with a mix of social
events and general meetings.
We held a BBQ at Bunnings on the 24th January
which turned out to be a hectic and rewarding day.
On Australia Day we held a relaxed, pleasant
luncheon at President Maralyne’s home, with many of
the members and their husbands dressed in ‘true blue’
colours and costumes.
Future events include a Coin for Cord Day at Castle
Towers shopping centre and our changeover on 6th
July.
President Ida.
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West Harbour President: Lucile Clarke
We celebrated International Inner Wheel Day by
getting together for a week-end on the Central Coast.
A lovely French restaurant
dinner on Saturday evening
with partners, followed on
Sunday by an upmarket
Aussie BBQ, in the lovely
home of Sue and Gordon
followed by a swim in their
pool - how more Aussie
could one get?
Food, Fun, and Inner Wheel
Friendship.
Albury President: Heather Elliot
We held our annual 'Card and Games Day' for Cord
Blood which was well attended by over 100
enthusiastic players, raising almost $2,000 for the
day.
A lot of work went into the event calling on many of
our members to roll up their sleeves.
Wagga Wagga President: Denyse Melton
2016 got off to a merry start with IIW Day breakfast
to celebrate. Members enjoyed the Friendship Day in
Albury and the Picnic Meeting at Leeton in March.
Our March Dinner Meeting was informal at a local
club where members played bowls after a B-B-Q tea.
Recent activities include
a 'Quilt Drive', craft days
for knitted rugs etc.,
Meals-on Wheels, Card
Parties, catering for
Rotary morning tea and
fund - raising for Cord
Blood Research by way
of a $500 gift voucher.
Yarrawonga Mulwala President: Bronwyn Lloyd
On the 16th February, Yarrawonga/Mulwala Club lost
a charter member, Patricia Ward.
In 2002, Pat began what is said to be her
greatest work. She gave a talk which led
to our District A54 fund raising for Cord
Blood Research. Later this became our
National Inner Wheel project.
The presentation of a
small booklet ‘The
Structure of Inner
Wheel’, containing a
c o m p r e h e n s i v e
outline of the order
of things at club level
was much talked
about at the District
Meeting.
A Garden Party!!
President Lucile with
lovely raffle bags.
Yum!! The lollie table.
A54 District Chairman
Renee Johnson
7 Clubs
Card and
Games Day.
President Denyse and PP Bev
Brown at District Changeover.
Birthday celebrations. Inner Wheel Day celebrations.
Members at the recent
District Meeting.
‘As steadfast as the ages roll,
binding closer soul to soul,
No matter how far the heavy load,
sweet is the journey on the
friendship road.’
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Boronia President: Val Henry
The year started early with some of our members
enjoying the Inner Wheel Day at the Royal Botanical
Gardens.
Our traditional
Australia Day
Breakfast BBQ
w a s w e l l
attended by
members and
their partners.
With Inner
Wheel Club of
Wandin hosting
a Paris Chic/
Fascinator-themed event - much friendship, fun and
frivolities, as well as delightful eats, were enjoyed by
all at Friendship Day.
Our March meeting was a joint gathering with the
Rotary Cluster (Boronia, Bayswater, Ferntree Gully,
Knox and Rowville-Lysterfield) at St Paul’s Anglican
Church. The event was very ably catered by our own
Miriam Barrett and many willing helpers.
Bundoora President: Merle Maunder
Currently with 16 members we are one of the smaller
clubs in A61, but never-the-less our 21st Birthday was
lovely. Charter President Lorraine Pinkerton gave a
wonderful insight into our beginnings. Guests for the
occasion included IWA President Kay Morland and
IWA Secretary Anne Wettenhall.
Our current project is to provide a wheel chair friendly
BBQ and drinking fountain for the Bundoora Park. We
have raised the required $9,000 and are ready to go!!
Shepparton President: Noela Laws
International Day: Shepparton Members celebrating
with morning coffee.
Wandin President: Faith MacDonald
Member Betty Chapman was recognised as an Active
Honoured Member.
Maree Budweg received a Certificate of Recognition
from local member Tony Smith as ‘Jam Maker
Extraordinaire’, having made and sold over 2,000 jars
of jam to raise funds for Cord Blood Research. Our
Cord Blood stall raised just over $500. Now members
are busily dressing bears!
2016 started with a
‘Friendship Day in
Paris’ as DC Terina
fondly remembers
visiting Paris as a girl.
Dress for the occasion
was ‘Paris Chic’,
members and guess did
not disappoint. A lovely
lunch, a glass of vine
and the more energetic
preformed the Can Can.
Wangaratta President: Sharon Scalzo
The year started with a balmy social gathering at our
President’s home.
February was a regular club night and March an Italian
inspired evening to raise funds. The International
Committee had a lot of fun organising decorations,
competitions and prizes.
Members continue to support our local community
cook-up project.
Our President has not experienced the best of health
this year but retains her quirky sense of humour with
great support from her executive team.
Whorouly President: Glenys McNamara
A sewing day in January so preparation for kits for the
Days For Girls project. The fruits of our labours are
now on their way to East Timor.
February – a social night so ‘bring a plate’ and enjoy a
spot of table tennis or pool.
Our March meeting was held on National Oxfam day
so sitting around a cauldron, sharing a picnic basket
and listening to facts about the aboriginals of the area
in the 1880’s.
A61 District Chairman
Terina Houlihan
9 Clubs
Australia Day Breakfast.
Ooo la la.
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Wodonga President: Diana Thompson
Formal matters are a little daunting for some but
socialising, especially ‘wheelie’ (motorhomes and
caravans), trips are ‘right up our alley’. Tours of
National Trust properties such as Dow’s Pharmacy,
The Athenaeum Museum and Lake View House in
Chiltern proved popular.
In April, ‘Guess Who Is Coming to Lunch’ was
wonderful with guests lingering for a very long lunch.
DC visit in April with a ‘burnt orange theme’ typified
Autumn and was reflected with beautiful table
settings and members clothing in these colours.
Find us on facebook:
Inner Wheel Australia.
Cord Blood Research.
International Inner Wheel.
Also check out:
www.innerwheelaustralia.org.au
www.internationalinnerwheel.org
IWA Annual Conference
19th - 23rd October 2016.
Be There!!
Northern Beaches of Sydney
In the lovely Warringah Shire.
Wednesday Night at Miramare Gardens
Themed ‘Art Meets Fashion’.
Friday Night Gala Dinner
‘Diamonds are Forever’.
Saturday Night
‘Friendship Dinner’ at Luna Park.
Just a little idea of the ‘fun things’ on offer!
More information available on
www.innerwheelaustralia.org.au