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RCDC

ROTARY CLUB OF DIAMOND CREEK

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RI President

Sakuji Tanaka Rotary Club of Yashio, Saitama, Japan

Governor

John Gatt Rotary Club of Diamond Creek

AG

Pat Miller Rotary Club of Diamond Creek

Club Officers

President Steve Crosling

Vice President Alan Jones

President Elect Bev Baker

Secretary Greg Paull

Treasurer & Public Officer Greg Adams

Directors and Standing Committees

Club Administration PE Steve Crosling

Membership John Egan

Public Relations PP Bev Baker,

Service Projects PP Alan White

Rotary Foundation PP Linda Gidlund

Who ya gunna call !

President Steve Crosling 0417 595 282

Secretary Greg Paull 0427 712 688

Treasurer Greg Adams 0419 355 842

Editor: Greg Adams

Art Director: Greg Adams

Advertising : Greg Adams

Bottle washer : Greg as well

Editorial: send to ferrarigreg@gmail.com

Caution: The Bulletin contains no calories, vitamins,

minerals or proteins. In fact, it is devoid of nutritional value.

Nevertheless, it is a supplement much sought after and

regularly devoured by the Rotarians of Diamond Creek.

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Note: The views and opinions expressed in this newsletter

are not necessarily those of the Club or its members

District 9790

past presidents

Brian Bowen 1978-1979 Heidelberg North

Bob Eycken 1983-1984 Alperton UK

John McCrohan 1992-1993

Ron Gordon 1993-1994

Chris Doupe 1994-1995

Cliff Wearne 1995-1996

Ern Wardell 1996-1997

Rod Mackenzie 1997-1998

Steve Sampson 1998-1999

Robin Chapple 1999-2000

Peter Marriage 2000-2001

Rob Lloyd 2001-2002

Bev Baker 2002-2003

Joe Di Natale 2003-2004

Geoff Swan 2004-2005

John Gatt 2005-2006

John Arthur 2006-2007

Linda Gidlund 2007-2008

Alan White 2008-2009

Pat Millar

2009-2010

Clyde Hulme

2010-2011

Alan Jones

2011-2012

ON THE COVER Sharraine Ballao

What’s one thing most people would be surprised to know about you? I’m a Funeral Director.

What’s the smartest thing you’ve been told? Don’t make someone a priority who only makes you an option.

How would someone you love describe you? Beautiful and slightly funny, nothing too special but the most important person in my life, only person who I can tell everything to and love – Mareesa Ballao

What’s the oldest item in your wardrobe that you still wear? A pair of platform boots from 12 years ago.

What do you look or feel really good in? A smile.

What’s one simple thing you’re really good at? Touch typing.

What do you least like to do? Run.

What’s the one talent you wish you had? Swimming.

One thing you refuse to eat? Tofu.

Who would you like to invite to a dinner party ? Celine Dion.

I’m glad I .... Had my daughter Mareesa…..

What was your best break in life? When my parents adopted me!

What was your happiest birthday party? My 30th Birthday.

Best holiday destination (or place you wish to visit)............ Greece/Turkey 2007

Who’s your most memorable character? Jacob from Twilight.

Currently, you are reading what ? The True Blood series.

If you were an animal what would you be ? Penguin.

Are you a dog or a cat person? Mother to a 16yo cat named Missy.

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THE PRESIDENTIAL CROSS CHAT

XRAY STEVE

At our last meeting we heard from Sheridan Morris, a researcher, historian, author

and novelist, who gave a very informative talk on Australian history in general

and more specifically on her published books on the History of Melbourne,

Clydesdale horses and shearing. Sadly our power point projector refused to talk to

the lap top computers with the result that we missed out on what looked like a very

interesting visual presentation. Luckily Sheridan more than capably gave us a

verbal presentation which enabled us to picture the scenes, characters and

activities that she has written about as well as demonstrating a wonderful depth of

knowledge about Australia.

What Sheridan’s presentation highlighted was just how interesting our history is,

how little we probably know and certainly made me want to read and learn more

about our country and our history. And then we hear that our politicians and

public servants want to reduce the curriculum content of Australian History taught

from primary level right through to tertiary level for no discernible benefit!!!! The

next time I bump into a politician I will let them know what I think – for what it’s

worth.

What else is happening?

Take the Rotary Membership Challenge! See Phil Chambeyron for details.

Share your passion for Rotary with your family, friends, and community during

Membership and Extension Month in August. This year you’re invited to take part in

two activities designed to help you remember why you joined Rotary, what keeps you

coming back, and why others should join.

First, take the Rotary Membership Challenge. Commit to sponsor a new member, tell

a friend or colleague about your club’s projects, or volunteer as a mentor to

prospective or new members. After you complete the form we’ll email you links to

resources to help you meet the challenge!

Second, participate in the first-ever Rotary Moment Tweet Day on 14 August. Tweet

about your favourite Rotary memory or event, talk about your club’s activities, or

share your community service project. Use hashtag #Rotary Moment.

Not on Twitter? Listen to Rotary’s popular webinar Using Social Media to Promote

Your Club or District to learn how to create a Twitter account, post your first tweet,

use hashtags, and lots more.

Nervous about e-activities. We have lots of people that can help.

Have a go!!!!

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AS IT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ?

Grace: Arthur Toast to Australia: Rob

Visiting Rotarians: Glen Healy (RC Como Ginelly) David Lindeman (RC Toorak) & guests Yunsok, Nunqu

Guests:

Leigh Greenhalgh, Sheridan Norris, Lillias Wearne, Christine

President Steve

We need to record effort spent on services projects. This now forms part of the president’s report and is aimed at

working out the total value of Rotary projects. From next week, please record your time spend as you register. If

you are not attending and have time spent on a project, please send to Greg Paull.

Some of the Conference team plan to go to Ballarat next week to finalise a few items. All club members please book

accommodation at the Mercure per email details sent this week. Also, please book yourself into the conference.

Greg Paull will send an email out describing what to do. Please note that the only cost for club members is

accommodation and drinks. All conference costs are covered by our contribution to running the conference.

Please keep collecting those 5 cent pieces! Any members without 5 cent cans please collect from President Steve.

Rob Lloyd updated us that for the NZ trip 5 couples have volunteered to host.

Sergeant Roger creatively extracted money from us with a number of craftily twisted tales.

We are looking for volunteers for take on some of Bev’s responsibilities now she is president elect. These roles are

important and must be filled.

Chair: John Egan

Sheridan Morris - guest speaker is an author and public speaker. She works with people and groups to work towards

achieving their goals.

Sheridan grew up in South Australia. She discovered her writing after a number of different career steps and now

has published several books. Her emphasis is on humour and anecdotes.

Her first book is 'Melbourne past and present' which features photos taken many years ago compared with photos

from today. It tells the story of the establishment of Melbourne, the character of Melbourne's streets, early public

works

Another book tells the story of Clydesdale horses. This includes interviews with old timers who actually used them

and photos. Only the toughest Clydesdales survived the journey to Australia and these became the tough breeding

stock that we know about.

Another book 'On the sheep’s back' tells the story of how the Australian economy grew on the 'sheep’s back'

supporting the British textile industry. The gold rush spawned innovations such as shearing gangs and fences as

labourers moved away to find gold.

Other books include 'Balance those hormones' and 'How to use humour in business'

Raffle won by David Lindeman

Raffle raised $64

Fines raised $40

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7th AUGUST 2012 TUESDAY 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Rotarian behind the Badge—Sharraine Ballao

Attend, Rob L, Chair, Arthur L, Cash Greg A, Welcome Warwick L, Regalia Alan J,

Gift Rob M.

14th AUGUST 2012 TUESDAY 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Plenty Valley Disability Services—Sarah Loughtrey

Attend, Alan W, L, Chair, Pat M,, Cash Greg A, Welcome Geoff S, Regalia Ern W,

21st AUGUST 2012 TUESDAY 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Training—Partners Night

LIFE’S EVENTS

AUG 4 Gemma Chambeyron birthday, Bernie Willett birthday

Aug 17 Molly Chapple birthday

Aug 19 Alan Jones birthday

Aug 25 Bev Baker birthday, Molly and Robin anniversary

GUEST SPEAKER—ROTARIAN BEHIND THE BADGE

Sharraine Ballao

WHAT’S ON, WHO’S ON AND WHEN’S IT ON

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'The Great Foundation 5 cent challenge'

Rotarian Arthur Lewin empties his ‘FULL’ 5 cent collection container.

Weighing 6.1 kilograms, holding 2031 coins amounted to $104.05 !

Also assisted by Rotarian (and Branch Manager) Tina Elmer.

Both Rotarians are members of the Rotary Club of Diamond Creek and

each member was presented with one of the 'The Great

Foundation 5 cent challenge' collection containers.

Arthur explained “ It was easy to fill. I was having a drink with some

mates and asked the barman if I could leave the container on the

bar. After returning shortly the barman said he was ‘happy to leave it

here for a week mate.’ After the week I left it at the local butchers for

a few days and then on to my Running Club, everyone was happy to

put in.”

Late in November the Diamond Creek Club is planning a ‘weigh in day’

where members will deposit their collections at the local Bendigo Bank

Branch. The Club’s Foundation Chair Linda Gidlund has offered a Bottle

of Red for the member who collects the most 5 cent coins.

If you Club requires more containers or new lids , orders can be placed

with District Secretary Greg Adams. secretary@rotary9790.org.au

The cost of the Containers is $4.50 each + Delivery inc. GST and lids

are free.

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Phone 03 9438 3044

Fax: 03 9438 4070

Rotary Grace

O Lord and giver of all good

We thank you for our daily food

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways,

help us to serve you all our days.

Advance Australia Fair

Australians all let us rejoice,

For we are young and free;

We've golden soil and wealth for toil,

Our home is girt by sea;

Our land abounds in Nature's gifts

Of beauty rich and rare;

In history's page, let every stage

Advance Australia fair!

In joyful strains then let us sing,

"Advance Australia fair!"