The Newsletter of Jerrabomberra Rotary RI District 9710

Volume 18 No. 39 Meeting 838

16 April 2015

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Hall and Jerra Rotary partnership going from strength to strength

Readers will be aware that for the past 6 years Jerra Rotary has been a partner with Hall Rotary in the

Saturday operations of the Capital Region Farmers Markets. While Hall Rotary coordinate the behind the

scenes market operations and management of the stall holders, the Jerra members play a key role on

Market day with the manning of the ‘front of house’ Rotary stand and handle all queries from patrons as

well as selling shopping bags etc., and managing the car parking side of things.

Over the years the role of the Jerra club has evolved into a real partnership with Hall Rotary, and the

relationship grew even stronger last week with agreement being reached on a regular financial income

for Jerrabomberra. The market role performed by Jerra members will now earn the club a minimum of

$20,000 each year, which will be directed to community projects of the club’s choice. President Paul

observed that “This will be a significant and regular income and will enable us to be even more effective

as a Rotary Club both locally and internationally. He went on to say that “…the strengthening of the

partnership was recognition of the value Hall places on the role our members play at the markets and the

strong relationship we have built up with Hall Rotary, and with the stall holders and patrons at the

markets”. See Presidents report on page 2.

New Marquee ready to make a splash

It has been a long wait but the new Jerra Rotary Marquee has arrived

and the artwork on the roof and side panels is very impressive. Not

only does the artwork look good, it provides an invitation to those

interested to learn more about the good work we do through a clear

statement that ‘guests and new members are always welcome’.

The new 6 metre by 3 metre marquee was able to be purchased

through grant money from the Queanbeyan Clubs grant process the

club successful obtained last year. It is expected that the new Marquee will make its first appearance in

early May at either the MS Swim and/or the International Music Festival.

District Training Assembly a wet couple of days but well worth the trip

Six members of Jerra Rotary took a trip to Tumut for the weekend to attend the

annual Rotary District 9710 Training Assembly. Although it was a wet weekend

the members enjoyed the opportunity to hear about developments in Rotary and

enjoy the fellowship of old and new friends from around the District. The

incoming 2015-16 Board members were aslo able to attend specific sessions on

their portfolios in readiness for their new roles.

Pictured left, Bruce and Mez enjoying the assembly dinner on Saturday night.

Weekly Headlines

Welcome to Issue Number 39

of the Jerraganda.

This week’s issue brings news

of the enhanced partnership

with Hall Rotary at the

Framers Markets. A great

development and strong

recognition of the role Jerra

members play at the markets.

We also get the first glimpse

of the new club Marquee, and

have the usual meeting report

and updates on the activities

of our Youth Exchange

students.

As we move closer to the end

of the Rotary Year and the

‘changeover period’ members

attention is drawn to the

Program section on the last

page which includes some

important dates for the diary.

The Jerraganda is always

looking for contributions. So if

you have any articles, jokes,

photos, or other info that you

would like to share with

readers, please send it in.

Enjoy.

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Meeting 838 – 16 April 2015

President Paul got the meeting underway by inviting Vera to read the ‘Charge to Australia’ followed

by Carolyn who delivered the toast to Rotary International. The Pres welcomed Liz as a guest of

Bruce.

Apologies – Attendance officer Lizzy was back with us and advised of apologies for the evening from

Cathy, Colin, Sue R, Jon, David S, Glenn and Glenda. LoAs for David B and Ian were also noted.

President’s Report

President Paul reported that during the past week he, Mez, Anton and Jan had met with the Hall

Rotary Market Committee and had firmly cemented the partnership between our two clubs in

respect of the Markets. As members know, Jerra club has been working in partnership with the Hall

club to operate the Capital Region Farmers Markets each Saturday. The role of the Jerra club has

evolved over the past few years and it was timely to re-assess the partnership agreements between

the two clubs. The result of the meeting was in President Paul’s words ‘excellent’ with an agreement that, moving forward, Jerra

Rotary would receive $20,000 annually from the market stall takings, and also continue to receive all Saturday morning takings

from the sale of bags, etc at the ‘front of house’ stall which our members run. President Paul indicated that the strengthening of

the partnership was recognition of the value Hall RC places on the role our members play

at the markets and the strong relationship we have built up with Hall Rotary, and with

the stall holders and patrons at the markets. President Paul also advised that the two

clubs will have a ‘market meeting’ each quarter to continue to monitor activities at the

markets, and the new agreement would be reviewed annually.

While on a high from the ‘market news’ Pres Paul unveiled a sample panel from the new

marquee that the club recently took delivery of. See picture left. Pres Paul suggested, and

all agreed, that in addition to being part of the Marquee, the side panel could also be

used as a separate banner to promote the club at various functions.

Executive Reports

Secretary Glenn has travelled to Gallipoli for the 100th Anniversary of ANZAC and Treasurer Jon had a work commitment. So no

executive reports tonight.

Directors Reports

On the International front Chilly reported that the response for the next stage of the Tonga RAWCS project was still slow, with

only six people so far confirming their interest in participating. Chilly is looking at alternative options should the team not reach

the critical mass needed. Still some time though as 30 April will be his cut off.

From a Community Service perspective Jan touched on the arrangements for the ANZAC DAY breakfast with a start time of

4.30am for those helping. Jan also requested members who had received club aprons to pay for them by depositing $27 per

apron into the club account with their name as a reference.

Anton spoke on the Music Festival arrangements, advising that the shifts would be shorter this year (about 2 hours) with a ‘light

snack’ approach to the food. Anton is developing a menu. A roster for volunteers on each of the nights was circulated.

Peter advised that in respect of Youth we had identified a suitable RYPEN candidate in Olivia (Rosemary’s daughter) and this

application would be processed through the Board. Peter also advised that correspondence had been received from Will and all

was well in the USA. (see ‘Where are Hannah and Will’ section).

Club Service was a nil report.

“I have the wine better

hidden tonight”

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General Business

District Raffle Tickets. Pam requested everyone to return their raffle books and

money to her asap.

Canberra Club Fun Night. Anton drew member’s attention to an email circulated

by the Secretary regarding a social function at the Canberra Club on 6 May.

District Changeover. The District changeover lunch is on 28 June – somewhere in

Canberra, venue to be advised.

Hall Changeover. Hall Rotary changeover dinner will be on 30 June.

MS Swim. All on track

Fines A short fines session was conducted by PP Paul.

Joker – Chris amused all with a short joke about telephone poles (see below), before she also

managed to have the lucky ticket for the Joker draw, but only drew the 4 of Clubs, so the

Joker survived for another week and the pot got bigger. Maybe next week the Treasurer

might tell us how big the pot is now?

Chris’s Joke:

TELSTRA needed to hire a team of telephone pole installers for the Stuart Highway, and

McMurray and the boss had to choose between a couple of rough looking Aussie guys from

Port Pirie and two hefty Irishmen.

So the boss met both teams and said. "Here's what we'll do. Each team will be installing

poles out on the new road for a day. The team that installs the most poles gets the job."

Both teams headed right out. At end of the shift, the two Port Pirie guys came back and the

boss asked them how many they had installed.

They said that it was tough going, but they'd put in twelve.

Forty-five minutes later, the Irish team came back in and they were totally exhausted.

The boss asked. "Well, how many poles did you guys install?"

Mick, the team leader, wiped his brow and sighed. "We got three in."

"The boss gasped. "Three! Those two Port Pirie guys put in twelve!"

"Yeah," said Mick. “But you should see how much they left sticking out of the ground!

Attendance was boldly reported as 93.7%, which clearly shows that figures can be plucked

out of the air or indeed anywhere. As long as they justify the President shouting Port and

Bailey’s for a figure over 90%.

This week’s market report comes from David S.

A cool blustery day with the odd spot of rain but nothing substantial. My impression was that numbers were down which might be as a result of the overcast weather.

Table usage remains low with only three traders using our tables. However, bag sales remained reasonable with 45 green and three red sold. I believe that the best way to increase weekly takings is to charge everyone who asks where the ATMs are $5, that way we would have a steady income in the hundreds!!

18 April 2015

David S, Chilly and

Glenda

Tables 50.00

Bags 90.00

Water 8.00

Cook Books 00.00

Cooler Bags 15.00

Donations 00.00

Total 163.00

* Details as provided by the Market Master (April 2015 Roster as amended)

Market Roster

Date Members

25 April Jon, Bev, and Paul Roger

2 May Mez, Liz, and tba

9 May Colin, Cathy, and Chilly

In the sink - spotted in the

sink was the obvious thorn

between two roses. Yes

Anton rolled up his sleeves to

wash while Vera and Hannah

got busy with the drying

duties.

Not to be out done Jan and

Terry jumped in later to deal

with the glass wear.

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Where are Hannah and Will?

Hannah returned to Rotary for the recent meeting after her exciting trip around Australia. Pictured here Hannah

got to assist President Paul in displaying the new Marquee artwork.

Apart from that Hannah has had a quiet week recovering from her Trek Away and catching up on sleep.

In-between sleeps, Hannah has managed to visit the Australian Mint, both old and new Parliament Houses, and

spent a day sewing with Sandra.

Hannah also continues to contribute to the Australian economy by eating as many TimTams as she can.

Something a little different this week from Will’s perspective, rather than photos we have an email from Will with

news of his Exchange adventures.

Hey everyone,

I hope everything is well and good in Australia.

Everything is all well and good in the US of A with my most recent trip to Hawaii! My host family were kind enough to invite me along on

their family vacation to the main island of Hawaii for a total of 7 days. It was a great experience being able to get back to that warmer

weather and going down to the beach. I have been so lucky with all of the opportunities I have been granted with this exchange program

travelling all over America and meeting new and amazing people along the way, it really is something you can only dream of.

During my time in Hawaii we rented a Jeep and drove all over the island exploring and hiking the mountains seeing the most incredible

sights! It was a great opportunity to bond with my host family, getting to know them better and likewise with their children Jeremy and

Maya. Some days were spent laying down by the pool and relaxing, throwing the 'football' (American football) around on the beach was

also extremely fun. They are crazy about hiking so we managed to hike this huge mountain named Diamond Head. It was a crater that was

transformed into a military lookout during World War Two, you can see the whole island from the top of the run down base. The hotel room

was unavailable so to make up for it the hotel placed us in a better location and a free pass to see the Fia Fia festival, this is where the

indigenous population dance and throw fire around with their hands. Crazy. We also went surfing on the beaches of Ohaio (sic), I caught

on to it pretty quickly and managed to surf some killer waves now and then. It was a great holiday for spring break and came back with a

huge tan.

I'm settling into the school routine and making heaps of friends with a recent car trip to a privet beach with some 10 close friends. I have

fantastic teachers with my weakest subject maths improving rapidly making my way up the grade ladder. The rest of my subjects are going

well with English being at the top of the list for classes. I also made it onto the schools Lacrosse JV team this would be like making it into

the 2nd 15 and I think for my age that a great achievement for me (never played it before.. don't even know how I got in..) my first training

will be tomorrow.. can’t wait.

Hope all is going well in the land down under.

Best wishes,

William

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The Last Page

Program

Meetings Social & Special Events Date Description Date Description (Contact)

23 April Mystery Night 25 April ANAZAC Day (Jan)

30 April Club Forum 1-10 May International Music Festival (Bruce)

7 May Business Night & Hannah Trek Away

Presentation 2-3 May MS Mega Swim (Peter)

14May Guest Speaker – Glenn Wahlert - Gallipoli 16/17 May Bowral Mushroom Weekend (Glenda)

21 May tba 13 June Harman Legacy Ball

28 May Mystery Night 20 June RWAF Dinner

27 June Jerra Rotary Changeover Dinner

28 June District Changeover Lunch

30 June Hall Rotary Changeover Dinner

* Compiled from information provided by the Program Mistress (Club Calendar Feb 2015)

OUR HISTORY

In 1998 the Rotary Clubs of Queanbeyan and Queanbeyan West Rotary decided to sponsor a new Rotary Club based in Jerrabomberra. Bill Lilley, John Snedden and Peter Jarvis from Queanbeyan West took on the joint roll of mentoring the development of the new club. (Peter Jarvis went on to become our Charter President).

Advertising for potential members began in March 1998. After a successful campaign, the Club was chartered on 18 November 1998 with 26 members.

Initial meetings were held at the Jerrabomberra General Store—the venue was very good until we grew in numbers. We then moved to the Jerrabomberra Community Centre for a few years, and we now meet at the Jerrabomberra Public School Staff Room, on Thursdays (6.15 for 6.30 pm).

(Charter) President Peter Jarvis ran competitions to select a name for our Club Newsletter and a design for the Club banner. There were some good and some not so good suggestions. Pam Spencer suggested the winning bulletin name ‘Jerraganda’ and David Stevens was the successful designer of our club banner. The design incorporated a goose and the windmill associated with the original entrance to the estate adjacent to the Community Centre. Both the Jerraganda and the Club logo have evolved to keep pace with modern times.

We have always been, and continue to be, a vibrant and fun loving club providing valued community service, both locally and internationally. Our motto is,

“Doing Good and Having Fun”

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT - 2014-2015

President Paul Robey

President Elect Mez Mulvaney

Vice President Paul Roger

Secretary Glenn Wahlert

Treasurer Jon Wells

Club Service Director Mez Mulvaney

Community Service Director Jan Pettigrew

International and Foundation Director Robert Chilman

Youth and Vocational Service Director Peter Jarvis

CURRENT CLUB MEMBERS

David Bailey, PHF. PP Mez Mulvaney, OAM, PHF, PE

Robert Chilman Anton Pemmer, PHF, PP

Cathy Hobbs Paul Robey, President

Carolyn Hackett Jan Pettigrew, PHF, PP

Colin Hobbs, PHF, PP Paul Roger PHF, PP

Chris Hunter, OAM, PHF, PP Sue Roger

Peter Jarvis, PHF, PP Pam Spencer, PHF, PP

Sue Jarvis, PHF Terry Spencer, PHF, PP

Bev McKay David Stevens, PHF, PP

Lynne McPherson Glenda Wahlert, PP

Kerry McPherson Glenn Wahlert

Bruce Miller Jon Wells

Liz Mulvaney, PHF Ian Wholohan

HONORARY MEMBERS SUPPORTERS

Alex Alexander Vera Alexander

Anne Davis Vickie Still

CLUB DETAILS

Rotary Club of Jerrabomberra Incorporated

PO Box 8, Jerrabomberra NSW, 2619

www.jerrarotary.org.au

Email: secretary@jerrabomberra.rotarnet.com.au

Meets Thursday 6.15 for 6.30 – 8.30pm Jerrabomberra Public School (Staff Room)

Attendance & Apologies

LIZ Mulvaney by 12 Noon Tuesday T: 0448754274 E: liz.mulvaney13@gmail.com

Newsletter Contributions

Paul Roger T: 0418 786945 E: paul.roger@instralis.com