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DG Weekly Message

VECCI Business Tip

Pacific Earthquake Response

Rotary International Convention

Community News

Cafe International

GSE Team from Texas

The Bob Fels Story

100th International Women’s Day

Rotaract Club of Tullamarine

Notice & Events

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Rotary District 9800 Issue 35 of 2010/2011 March 23 2011

DG Weekly MessageWell done Yarra Cluster... Welcome Dinner to the Texans of D5840 and we launch RYDA for the 1st time in this State in D9800!!

The Yarra Cluster Clubs under direction of AG Neville John did an outstanding job of holding our Official District Welcome for the GSE (Group Study Exchange) Team from D5840 - Texas, USA. US Consul Michael Thurston delighted the audience of 165 guests with his talk. The GSE team gave an excellent presentation and we look forward to seeing them at our District Conference in Adelaide next week. They have won the hearts of our District already and are loving the time with our D9800 host

Iven Mackay and MarilynDistrict Governor 2010-2011

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Clarice Caricare

Do you have a letter for Clarice? Is something on your mind?

Send Clarice an mail at clarice@rotarydistrict9800.org.au

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families. Congratulations GSE Chair Adrian Nelson for all your preparation and planning for this GSE visit.

Our District became the 1st in the State of Victoria to launch the RYDA (Roadsafe Youth Driver Awareness) program on Tuesday 22 March at Aitken College. The program exists in most other States. RYDA is a not for profit Community initiative comprising a road

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safety education program for youth which is delivered by professional facilitators and assisted by Rotary Clubs in Australia. This is a very worthwhile program and at Aitken College in Greenvale Year 10 students rotated through classroom sessions and practical outdoor activities, covering hazards, distractions, risk, police session, stopping distances (practical), crash survivor talk, my wheels and discussions. Well done to our RYDA Chair Paul Tanti, for this outstanding day as part of our New Generations programs. Our District is saddened at the passing of PDG David Wills (on 16 March), RC of Williamstown, DG D9800 from 1988-89. Our deepest sympathy to Olwen and family.Finally, we look forward to seeing many of you in Adelaide next week, for our 79th District Conference, where we are Bound for fun Bound for South Australia.

In BUILDING COMMUNITIES BRIDGING CONTINENTS,

Y’all have a great week,

DG Iven

PHOTOS: (1) RYDA sign ... now shows Victoria. (2) RYDA classroom sessions. (3) Aitken College Interact Club cooks a sausage sizzle lunch.

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How to use Humour at workVECCI BUSINESS TIP

Humour can sometimes forge the best outcome in a situation; however in a professional environment it can be hard to know what is appropriate.

Follow these tips to better understand how to use humour in the workplace.

• Demonstrate your capabilities at work before you use humour. If you are a new employee and come off immediately as a joker, chances are you will not be taken very seriously. Firstly, establish with co-workers that you are professional, capable and responsible and then allow your funny side to show.

• Incorporate humour slowly. This will give you the chance to gauge how your co-workers and manager will react. If you feel your colleagues are receptive, you can then use more work-appropriate humour.

• Post jokes, funny anecdotes and humorous pictures on the lunchroom bulletin board. However, make sure any jokes or stories are appropriate for the workplace and do not use real life examples.

• Start a monthly event of some type involving humor. It doesn’t need to be a time consuming or interfering, for example, have a funny hat day or charades after work on a Friday. Take some pictures for your bulletin board or staff newsletter.

• Play funny games at team meetings. Not only will this start the meeting in a lighter mood and make people more receptive to ideas, it is also a great team building tool.

© VECCI 2010 For further information, please click here:http://www.vecci.org.au/news/Pages/Business-Tips-how-to-use-humour-at-work.aspx

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“We Need It Ready By Tomorrow” Marketing Tip

In Rotary it’s not uncommon to hear the phrase “we need it by tomorrow” when it comes to projects and marketing. Sometimes we might even “need it by yesterday”. It often seems that the world of Rotary can throw a lot of challenges that require a great deal of urgency.

So what can we do to ease the pressure? Here’s some ideas:

Don’t replicate, refine:Have you done something similar before? Can you use a prototype or template to build from?If you don’t already have generic documentation, plans or templates from which to build upon, consider developing a standardised format for your next project.

Do what all great artists do – steal from the best!Ask other Clubs with experience in the project area that you are entering into for their advice or assistance. Most will be happy to help by sharing their knowledge, tips and plans.

Plan well aheadWhat will your project need? The sooner you can let people know, delegate responsibilities and set the ball rolling in practice, the less rushed you will be. Many projects spend a long time at the conceptual level or with plans confined to someone’s own mind – be sure to share them so others can get started on the important tasks. Remember also to create project plans with some leeway in them – things will inevitably run overtime!

Ask what needs to be done and how you can helpIf other people have a reputation for leaving things to the last minute or things seem a bit too

quiet with deadlines not far away, ask what needs to be done and how you can help. Last minute rushes and requests often occur due to things simply being overlooked.

Ask for help from experts outside RotaryDo you know an expert in the area? Could you involve them? Could they be part of the project? People outside of Rotary are often happy to help for a good cause – and you might even find a new member in the process...

Give clear expectations – if it can’t be done by tomorrow, let them know before yesterday!Sometimes we get asked to do the impossible. But if the impossible had been asked a little while earlier, it might have been possible. By anticipating the needs of others and asking what is needed, you can avoid the “need it tomorrow” trap.

Think of alternativesSometimes the best ideas are the cheapest, quickest and most innovative. Don’t be afraid to try a different approach. A picture can tell a thousand words. A Youtube video can take just 20 minutes to shoot, upload and send out to everyone you know. A Facebook status update can be put in front of hundreds of pairs of eyes in just an instant and a brilliant idea can go viral overnight.

This doesn’t mean that you should put in less thought, less care, or less prudence – but being smarter and more innovative about how you market your Club and its projects can mean less effort, making it not just more possible to “do it by tomorrow”, but more possible to achieve your goals!

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Pacific Disaster ResponseD9800 International Service Director Alan Seale gives us an update on recent responses to disasters in the Pacific area.

I wrote to you last week about the earthquake disaster in Christchurch. Obviously similar questions are now arising about Rotary’s response to the earthquake and tsunami disasters in Japan. The Rotary Foundation has taken action in regard to the Japanese situation and has notified the DG of its decision to establish the Rotary Japan and Pacific Islands 2011 Disaster Recovery Fund . This is a similar arrangement to that established some months ago after the floods in Pakistan. The Communication from the Parramatta Rotary Foundation office is copied below. Clubs and Individual Rotarians are urged to consider supporting this fund which focusses on recovery. The other opportunities for responding to the crisis in Japan is through Disaster Aid Australia (www.disasteraidaustralia.org.au) and ShelterBox (www.shelterboxaustralia.com.au) both of whom are providing emergency accommodation support to the stricken regions. They will need help to replenish the stocks committed to these relief efforts.

Beyond these efforts the position closely parallels the Christchurch circumstances - that in relation to the longer term, it is far too early for any rebuilding work as the clean up and subsequent post event redevelopment planning will take considerable time and Rotary is not primarily a first response organisation. At this stage District 9800 is not planning on doing any more. As you are aware Rotary is strong in both NZ and in Japan and will take the leadership role in any broader Rotary rebuilding programs. And so far they have not asked for any assistance beyond fund raising. In addition D9800 already faces significant demands on our resources with the Eastern states including Northern Victoria still very much in recovery mode after the floods, and is having difficulty raising badly needed funds for that work. Having said that, any Club with contacts in NZ or in Japan and the capacity and desire to respond to a defined need, go to it!

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Rotary International

For those that have never attended an International Convention it is a memorable experience and at the moment you will be sharing it with at least 14 others from our district and tens of thousands of other Rotarians from around the world.

A keynote speaker will be Bill Gates.

Special Guest Speaker, Dawn Sinclair Shapiro who will present during the RFPD Annual General Meeting the screening of her film “The Edge of Joy” This documentary is about the problems of childbirth and maternal mortality in Nigeria. It shows the resilience of woman fighting to survive childbirth against so much adversity via gorgeous cinematography and a stunning edit.

Rotarian Action Group for:

Population Growth & Sustainable Development - Booth #1222 Maternal & Child Health - Booth #1220

You can see a trailer of “The Edge of Joy” at this link:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltzbwpA_TLA The District 9800 contact person for the Convention is Neville Page who can be contacted on 0414673611 for further details. Neville has registration forms available or you can register online at:http://www.rotary.org/convention.

The deadline for online registration is 31st March 2011.

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Community NewsAn Eventful New Year

What an eventful start to 2011 it is for all of us.

Whether it is Floods, Bushfires, Cyclones Earthquakes or Tsunamis, we are certainly being tested by Mother Nature as we work towards our Rotary Goal of Service Above Self. It all makes for a busy time to be a Rotarian.

The District 9800 Flood Disaster Appeal Funds have received a large number of donations in support of the work underway both here in Victoria and interstate. More news included on the Flood Support later in this Bulletin.

A number of Programs are active in this half of the year and Clubs can engage with a number of Community Health Awareness Programs in the coming months. Registration is required early with some of the National programs and you are asked to give early consideration to your involvement.

The Know your Numbers campaign for Stroke Awareness is an easy Public service campaign requiring little cost and great exposure for your Club in your community.

View the Community Newsletter

Rotarian Action Group UpdateRotarian Action Groups conduct hands on, international service projects that advance the Object of Rotary. They’re organized by committed Rotarians, Rotarian spouses, and Rotaractors who have expertise and a passion for a particular type of service. Rotarian Action Groups are recognized by Rotary International and operate in accordance with Rotary policy, but they are not controlled by Rotary International. To learn more about Rotarian Action Groups, visit www.rotary.org/actiongroups

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Café InternationalThis year, Café International takes you on the exciting and mysterious trail of a 1920s Murder Case. Follow our world famous detective through a whole new style and format to our entertainment program, and enjoy the most exciting experience of your year as the murder case unveils. We take this opportunity to formally invite you to a night of first class entertainment and fine dining, and to take delight in the vast variety of talent the students of International House have to offer. Every year, we donate a percentage of the money raised to a charity, and this year, we have decided to donate 50% of the funds raised from Café International to our sister campus, International House in Queensland, due to the terrible damage they sustained during the Summer floods. International House Brisbane has been forced to close down for the entirety of the first semester of this year, and we are all eager to help them in their goal to reopen in July, so that they can start supporting students as International House Melbourne supports us.

Ms Tamra KeatingDevelopment ManagerInternational House, the University of Melbourne

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Saturday, 7th May, at International House, 241 Royal Parade, Parkville.

Doors open at 6:30pm for some pre-dinner drinks and entertainment, with dinner and the show commencing at 7:15pm. Dress Code: Black Tie Tickets are available at AUD $80.00/person, inclusive of a three-course meal, free flow of beverages, and an intriguing night of performances and mystery.

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ChoColateHealth Tip

Chocolate has a long history as a favoured food of many cultures, including Aztec and Mayan. These days chocolate is considered a luxury food that should be eaten sparingly as it can contribute to migraines, acne and obesity. New research, however, disputes these common beliefs and suggests that eating chocolate in moderation, as part of a nutritious well-balanced diet, may have health benefits.

New research indicates that there are components in cocoa beans (used to make chocolate) that may help prevent heart disease, cancer and other degenerative illnesses. It is worth considering this research, as the findings are very interesting, but more evidence is needed.

While there may be some healthy things in chocolate, it does have other components that are not good for you when you have too much of them in your diet – such as fat and sugar. We should not talk about chocolate as

some kind of ‘health food’. A well-balanced diet with plenty of fruit, vegetables, nuts and wholegrain cereals is still the best way to look after your body. At the same time, the evidence so far can help take away the guilt of eating chocolate in moderation.

Read more about chocolate at:http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Chocolate?open

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Welcoming the GSE Team from TexasGroup Study Exchange

This was an evening to welcome the Group Study Exchange Team from Rotary District 5840 in Texas USA. Lawrence Reddaway, RC Hawthorn reports:

GSE Chairman Adrian Nelson introduced Team-leader John Dierksen and his team of four, who each gave a thumb-nail sketch about themselves.• Miles Earwood (patrol sergeant, San Antonio

Police Department)• John Buol Jr. (Army Reserve Careers Division,

and reserve soldier)• Suzanne Williams (business development

manager with a utilities company)• Michelle Martinez (public information officer,

Alamo Regional Mobility Authority)

However, at the start, this was mainly an evening for expressing friendship between The United States and Australia, between Texas and Victoria, between Rotary Districts 5840 and 9800, and between individuals in those districts.

We sang The Star Spangled Banner, and I realized how many of its words relate to guns and war. We sang Advance Australia Fair, and I relished in its absence of violent references.

In the aftermath of our prime minister’s emotional (some would say over-the-top) speech to the joint sitting of the houses of Congress, this was an occasion when it was entirely acceptable for speakers to reminisce about occasions past when acts of friendship were encountered.

Our very own Tony Charlton, acting superbly as MC yet again, recalled (for example) how Frank Borman, the lead astronaut in a 1965 earth orbiting NASA Gemini Mission, had gone far beyond the requirements of his job, and invited Tony to his home for a meal!

The US Consul-General, Michael Thurston commented on:

• the 60th anniversary of the ANZUS alliance;• reminded us that (British) Australia was founded

as a penal colony because the newly independent Americans had closed the British penal colonies in America;

• reminded us that Fosters beer was started by 2 Americans;

• gave the GSE team members some advice about several language differences they

• might encounter (including the colloquial meaning of the word ‘root’);

• advised the Texas team members that the Collingwood AFL club had the most members of all the clubs, but yet was the least popular club; and

• advised them to withstand pressure for as long as possible to select an AFL team to

• barrack for.

We heard form all the GSE team members with mention of The Alamo, Davy Crockett, and a string of statistical comparisons (all favourable to Texas!) We learned about the Texas flag, and about the convoluted, blood-soaked history that Texas ‘enjoys’.On a more sober note, we heard of criticism of the GSE programme as being too expensive, and not so relevant in an era when travel is relatively common. PDG John Davis spoke about the pros and cons of the changes mooted for Group Study Exchange, and his own wish that the program should continue in its current format.

Gifts were exchanged amid some hilarity, and then Ross Butterworth (Team Leader) and the outgoing team were introduced.

During their stay in Australia, the Texan’s hosts will be the Rotary Clubs of Canterbury, Brighton North, Richmond, Melton Valley, Echuca/Moama and Bendigo/Sandhurst.

View Profiles on the incoming Texas GSE Team

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PHOTOS: (1) US Consul-General Michael Thurston (2) DG Iven and Marilyn, DGE Keith Ryall enjoying some wisecracks (3 & 4) The presents raised some laughs (5) Adrian Nelson introduces Ross Butterworth and the outgoing team while Tony Charlton looks bemused (6) John, Michelle, Suzanne, Miles, and team-leader John Dierksen

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THE BOB FELS STORYWe are very fortunate in our organization to have dedicated individuals who are prepared to offer their skill, time and effort to improve the lives of others.

Tonight we would like to recognize one of our own Rotarians who has made a significant difference to many people around the world.

The special Rotarian we wish to recognize to night is Robert Fels, a member of the Rotary Club of Melbourne since 1985 and who we now can almost call a living treasure of Rotary District 9800.

Robert or as he is known Bob had a long and influential wardenship from 1982-97 at International House of Melbourne University, a place these days that many Rotarians in District 9800 call their second home.

Bob during his term at International House was instrumental in the establishment of the Royce Abbey Room, a room used for countless Rotary meetings and a lasting tribute to RI President 1988-89 Royce Abbey.

Bob is remembered for his time at International House for lowering racial boundaries. Upon his retirement in 1997Bob stated that inter culture communications should:

“Go beyond the superficiality of dress, food, language and colour to the values and beliefs which are hidden below the surface and which can cause discomfort. If your aim is to have something which is harmonious and free, that is simply superficial; you must expect that tensions will continue. Tensions must be confronted, but hopefully they will come together. I like the analogy of the tapestry where on the back there is a mess of fabric in different directions, loose apparently unrelated, but when turned around to the front it comes together in something very beautiful with a pattern of its own and yet the individuality is respected, a synergistic outcome.”

These words reflect the philosophy and values reflected in Bob’s passion and commitment to the Peace and Conflict program of The Rotary Foundation.

Bob has been with the Peace and Conflict program from day 1, when he met the evaluation team from TRF when they were in Melbourne reviewing the University of Melbourne, as one of the 101 universities around the world that were bidding to become one the Rotary Peace Centres for the new Peace and Conflict masters program.

Melbourne was not selected, however when applications were called in early 2001 Bob as a member of the District scholarship committee, being a member since 1985 realized from his previous discussions that this was too important an opportunity for world peace to let pass and sought out nominations. A candidate Tania Militec was selected, sponsored by the RC of Melbourne in the 2001-2 Rotary year. That was the start of what has been an unbroken success rate to this date of having a candidate from our District selected each year since the start of the program, which with the successful nomination this year this brings the number to 14 scholars selected for the Peace programs over the last 10 years. We believe that this record is unmatched in

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the Rotary world. This outstanding success rate lies squarely with the detail, mentoring and hard work that Bob and his committee put into the selection process. Bob has also been instrumental in assisting other Districts to nominate successful candidates.In 2007 Bob was recognized by TRF for his success and commitment to the Peace program by his appointment to the Peace Centre committee for the 2007-8 year for one year, this has been followed by a further 2 appointments.

Last September Bob was asked to lead the international task force to identify the next Rotary Centre and was appointed as an advisor to the Rotary Peace Centres Committee. Bob is certainly in good company as the other 2 advisors are Past Rotary international Presidents.

It has just been announced that Bob has been re appointed to the Rotary Peace Centres Committee for the Rotary years 2011-12 and 2012-2013.

Could I now ask Bob Fels to come forward together with DG Iven Mackay and Rotary International President Ray Klinginsmith who will present to Bob a Paul Harris Fellow at the 4 sapphire level from a grateful District.

THE BOB FELS STORY CONTINUED...

Bound for fun Bound for South Australia!

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100th InternatIonal Women’s DayCampaign to put contraceptive choices in 100 million women’s hands

UNITED NATIONS, New York - Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, the new Executive Director of UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, has urged the international community to take a giant leap towards universal access to reproductive health, including family planning, by supporting a campaign to put contraceptive choices in 100 million women’s hands.

The success of the campaign, led by the Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition, would meet the needs of nearly one half of the 215 million women who lack effective family planning. It will also lead to 96 million fewer unintended pregnancies; 54 million fewer abortions; 110,000 fewer maternal deaths and 1.4 million fewer infant deaths in five years. The Campaign brings together stakeholders in public and private sectors in developing and developed nations.

“UNFPA is proud to be a partner of the Hand to Hand Campaign in which millions of women are reaching out”, said Dr. Osotimehin. “We will continue supporting this campaign to put power in the hands of women. Working with other partners, this Campaign can help the world achieve its goal of universal access to reproductive health, including family planning, by 2015.”

“UNFPA is promoting a comprehensive package of sexual and reproductive health care that includes family planning, skilled assistance at birth, emergency obstetric care and HIV prevention,” said Dr. Osotimehin. “Together, we can meet the needs of women who want to plan and space their births, but lack the information and means to do so.”

UNFPA is calling on people around the world to voice support for a woman’s human right to freely and responsibly determine the number, timing and spacing of her children and to have the means to do so.

“When women and couples can plan their families, and balance work and family life as they desire, we expand equal opportunity,” said Dr. Osotimehin. “When a pregnant woman no longer fears losing her job, and maternity no longer continues to be a source of discrimination in employment, we advance equal rights. When girls are educated and healthy, and can avoid child marriage, unwanted pregnancy and HIV, they can contribute fully to society. These steps will combine to unleash the full potential of half of the world’s population.”

Theme for International Women’s Day 2011:

Equal access to education, training and science and technology: Pathway to decent work for women.

VIew the Hand to Hand Campaign

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Rotaract Club of TullamarineRotaract

The Rotaract Club of Tullamarine has been bridging continents in Cambodia having recently completed a project where 3 of their members travelled to Battambang Provence to build 2 water tanks at a Crisis Centre for homeless families.

Members of the Rotaract Club of Tullamarine have been working tirelessly over the past 12 months to raise funds to visit a small community in Battambang Provence, Cambodia, to assist them in building 2 water tanks at a crisis centre that supports homeless families and abused men and women in the developing nation.

The Rotaract Club of Tullamarine’s connection with the Ptea Teuk Dong Crisis Centre begun soon after the charter of the club in 2009, when the Rotaractors raised $1600 for the centre’s educational programs through a Roaring 20s themed party. In 2010 the goal was to raise the $8000 needed to visit the centre and to buy the materials and labor to build 2 new water tanks at the centre. To raise money they put on 3 BBQs at the Pascoe Vale Coles and were kindly donated $2000 by the Rotary Club of Pascoe Vale, District 9790.

The project was a huge success with the members being able to complete the project as well as having the chance to learn more about the centre and bridging continents by being able to lay the foundations for an even bigger future project, re-building the old and dangerous playground at the centre. The club continues to take donations for the centre.

See their YouTube Video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsRob5UPS7k.

View Cambodia Press Release

Welcome New MembersR.C. of Brighton Beach - Glenys Denier

R.C. of Daylesford - Simone Niclas, Pierre Niclas

R.C. of North Balwyn - Ben Robinson, Shalimar Robinson

R.C. of Balwyn - Lorelle Richter

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Notices & Events

Murrumbeena Community Market 16 April, 2011

Meet the stallholders, selling an amazing array of gourmet treats, eco-aware clothing or pencils made from tightly rolled recycled newspaper.

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Preventing Kid’s Cancer6 May, 2011

Major Fundraising Dinner at the Brighton North Rotary Club. Live music and great food in support of kid’s living with cancer.

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Rotary Club of Footscray Annual Golf Day18 April, 2011

Join us for a day of fun and friendship at Medway Golf Club.

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Improving Men’s Mental Health: Carlton Rotary Special Event30 April, 2011

Professor Patrick McGorry will be speaking about the topic at The Melbourne Savage Club. Drinks are included in the cost.

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NEWMaking a Difference - Annual Dinner for Brighton North6 May, 2011

Join us for a spirited evening to help support this vital research so that all children can enjoy childhood without experiencing the trauma of cancer.

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NEWCafe International 7 May, 2011

Meet the stallholders, selling an amazing array of gourmet treats, eco-aware clothing or pencils made from tightly rolled recycled newspaper.

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Masked Twilight Tea Dance16 April, 2011

Music from “The Keynotes” live band. Etertainment from “Zumba with Ange”.

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NEWCamberwell Rotary Art Show13 April, 2011

Meet the stallholders, selling an amazing array of gourmet treats, eco-aware clothing or pencils made from tightly rolled recycled newspaper.

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NOTICEVenue Change for the Rotary Club of North Melbourne

The Rotary Club of North Melbourne has changed its meeting venue effective immediately to Black Olive Catering at 480 Victoria St, North Melbourne.

NOTICELost Chain of Office

The historically significant item of Roteract regalia has been lost for several years It is hoped we can find it with the help of all our clubs.

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NOTICERotary Leadership Institute

The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is a series of fast paced, interactive courses offered to refine a Rotarian’s leadership skills and increase their base of Rotary knowledge.

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2011 District ConferenceMarch 31 to April 2, 2011

The Conference Committee would appreciate early registrations to ensure adequate arrangements can be made.

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