Rotary District 9820 Issue 7 - January 2012 Rotary Awareness Month FROM THE GOVERNOR S DESK. January is ROTARY AWARENESS month.

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1 Rotary District 9820 Issue 7 - January 2012 Rotary Awareness Month N e w s l e t t e r FROM THE GOVERNOR S DESK. January is ROTARY AWARENESS month. Welcome to I hope that your Christmas/New Year was a happy and peaceful time for you all. The New Year provides an opportunity for us all to make personal resolutions, and generally plan for the year ahead, and with January being ROTARY AWARENESS MONTH, we are encouraged to focus on the way in which Rotary promotes itself. How well are we known in our Community, and does that community know what we do? For our clubs to continue to grow, encourage sponsors, receive community support for our projects, and increase and retain our membership, we need to tell the world who we are, what we do, and importantly how we can be contacted. In other words we need to effectively market ourselves. I therefore encourage clubs to develop their own marketing plan. A plan should set out details of how the club intends to promote Rotary, in the coming months, and in the longer term. It should focus the efforts of the club, to ensure that hard - earned funds are wisely spent, and importantly, make certain that that everyone is heading in the same positive direction, and meaningfully involved in the decision making process, as we set out to service our communities, locally and globally. Assistance in preparing a Marketing Plan, can be obtained on the Internet, if required. Table of Contents. DG s Message This is What We Do Leadership Seminar P1 P2 P2 Preparing for the Rotary Year P2 District Conference District Governor Nominations P3 P4 Called to Higher Service P4 Charity Golf Day Shine On Awards P5 P6 Directory Amendments P7 Club Events List In our District, via our Public Relations Chair, Marilyn Cunnington, we have applied for, and been awarded, a Public Relations Grant from Rotary International. This is being currently applied in the print media, and on city and regional radio. As Rotarians, each one of us has a responsibility, to develop a wider understanding of the activities of Rotary, both locally and internationally. Our efforts in this area are vital to Rotary s continued growth, and its level of service. Jill and I wish you a happy and fulfilling year ahead. P8

2 . ROTARY - THIS IS WHAT WE DO. 20,000 patients spanning 28 years of surgical aid Congratulations INTERPLAST on this wonderful humanitarian achievement. A magnificent partnership between the Royal Austalasian College of Surgeons and Rotary. INDIA: With no access to an electric grid, many households in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh rely on kerosene lanterns. Two Rotary clubs in Montana USA have distributed 500 LED lanterns, which are charged by solar panels, in three villages. The clubs funded this project with the assistance of a ROTARY FOUNDATION MATCHING GRANT. DISASTER AID AUSTRALIA (a project of the Rotary Club of Endeavour Hills) has shipped aid to the value of $100,000 by air to the typhoon stricken area in Philippines. Working with local Rotarians, Hans Van Dyk ( R.C. Endeavour Hills) will personally oversee the delivery of Family Survival boxes by the Philippines Air Force, and Army. Disaster Aid Australia needs the continued support of fellow Rotarians to replenish our stocks which are now nearly depleted. LEADERSHIP SEMINAR. Planning for the future is critical for any forward moving organisation, and Rotary is no exception, in its need to encourage and develop future leaders. I was therefore delighted when the opportunity arose for all Zone 8 Districts in Australia and New Zealand to be represented at the inaugural Future Leaders Seminar, as an adjunct to the Zone 8 Institute in Brisbane, last November. Our District was represented by: Michael Page - Rotary Club of Sale Central Ian Horton - Rotary Club of Mornington Jeff Smallacombe Rotary Club of Somerville Tyabb. They were joined by invited members from all of the 28 Districts in Australia and New Zealand. Each of these Rotarians felt that the experience was highly beneficial and I congratulate them on their enthusiastic support and participation in this significant initiative. Michael, Ian, and Jeff will give their impressions and a brief overview of the Seminar in the February edition of Latitude 38. PREPARING FOR THE ROTARY YEAR That part of the District training program designed to assist Presidents-elect to plan for their year as President, is not too far away! Later in 2011 Presidents-elect will be invited to register for two events in early 2012: PETS I & II. PETS, of course means Presidents-Elect Training Seminar. Please choose one PETS I event to attend. Presidentselect will all gather for PETS II in Traralgon. You will then be asked to bring your board members and other members of your club to the District Assembly on the day following PETS II. Please note the following dates in your diary: Date Event Who Should Attend? Registrations Sought 4 February 2012 PETS I, Bairnsdale Presidents 2012/13 1/11/ February 2012 PETS I, Trafalgar Presidents 2012/13 1/11/ February 2012 PETS I, Frankston Presidents 2012/13 1/11/ April 2012 PETS II, Traralgon Presidents 2012/13 15/2/ April 2012 District Assembly, Traralgon Club Board members, Chairs and interested members 15/2/2012

3 2012 DISTRICT 9820 CONFERENCE - BALLARAT IS MAGIC IN MARCH. Did you forget...? Have you registered for your 2012 District 9820 Conference. The 2012 District Conference is shaping up to be not only an inspiring and thought provoking event but also to be entertaining and fun! The plenary presentations, at the state of the art Wendouree Centre, will be stimulating. The Key Note Speakers will be covering a wide range of motivating and attention grabbing issues - Meet the Need. Give more than just a passing glance at the notable line up, Professor Ian Gust, Anita Roper, the Hon. Dr Kay Patterson, Bettina Arndt and not forgetting the innovative Dr David Norse. Welcome the happy band of pedal pushers. Congratulate them on their superb efforts this year raising funds and spreading the Rotary message around the Ballarat region. To golf or tour that is the question! The golf competition will be held on the magnificent Ballarat Golf Club however, there are two fascinating tours visiting gardens, heritage buildings, galleries, an endless list of remarkable attractions - the core of Ballarat s unique history. How do you like your jazz? Hot or cool. Conference Dinner on Saturday night with the fabulous Pippa Wilson and her quartet will satisfy your taste with her effortless, Champagne with Bitters versions of your favourite numbers. Sip Sup, Swing and Sizzle! Sovereign Hill Blood on the Southern Cross, an amazing night spectacle, is proving to be a popular choice for Friday night, or dine with your club members and friends. Your club secretary has the registration forms, also for golf and the tours. Alternatively you can download from the District 9820 website district9820.org Pippa Wilson Swingtet.

4 DISTRICT GOVERNOR 2014/15 NOMINATIONS Clubs are invited to nominate suitably qualified Rotarians as District Governor 2014/15. The nomination needs to be supported by a resolution at a regular meeting of a club. The eligibility requirements for a District Governor are set out in the Rotary International By-Laws are as follows: Be a member in good standing of a functioning club in the district Have full qualifications for such membership in the strict application of the provisions therefore, and the integrity of the Rotarian s classification must be without question Have served as president of a club for a full term, or be a charter club president who has served a term from the date of the charter to 30 June, provided that this period is for at least six months Demonstrate a willingness, commitment, and ability (physically and otherwise) to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the office of governor as provided in the RI Bylaws (Section ) Demonstrate knowledge of the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of governor as prescribed in the RI Bylaws, and submit to RI, through its general secretary, a signed statement acknowledging a clear understanding of them; this statement shall also confirm that the Rotarian is qualified for the office of governor and is willing and able to assume the duties and responsibilities of the office and to perform them faithfully Have, at the time of taking office, completed seven years of membership Further information may be found in the Rotary Manual of Procedure pages Please submit nominations BY 14 JANUARY 2012 to: PDG David Piper, Chair, District Governor Nominating Committee, PO Box 53, Mt Martha, Vic 3934 CALLED TO HIGHER SERVICE - Vale Val Wilson - Rotary Club of Morwell Val was inducted as an Honorary Member on 2 September 1992 and was admitted as a full member on April She was one of our most active members, serving on several committees and in particular providing music and poetry programs. A gifted actor and event organiser, Val involved Rotarians and friends of Rotary, in club and Civic programs. the opportunity to be president of the Rotary Club of Morwell in 2004/2005, Rotary s Centenary Year, was the highlight of her membership. A special goal was to see the completion of a BBQ in the Kernot Hall Grounds. this had been a project her brother PP Laurie had planned. Val was born in Metung, but the family moved to Morwell when she was a young girl. She attended Yallourn High and on leaving worked as a receptionist in a doctor s surgery and later with the APM, prior to spending approximately 20 years as the Secretary to the Principal of Morwell High School. Val will be sadly missed.

5 Rotary Club of Berwick Charity Golf Day 23 February Cardinia Beaconhills, Golf Links The Rotary Club of Berwick invites you to participate in an Industry Charity Golf Day to be held at the magnificent Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links on Thursday 23 February The day offers not only the opportunity to play a round of golf and enjoy dinner, but also to network with other businesses, to display products and to engage in friendly competition for special industry shields for the best Car Dealership team, the best Real Estate team, the best Hotel team and the best Bank team. In addition to the individual team trophies the best overall team will win the Rotary Club of Berwick Perpetual Trophy. Please find enclosed details of the sponsorship packages, the format for the day and an entry form. Entries are required by Wednesday 18 January 2012 and as the day is limited to only 120 golfers your prompt response would be appreciated. The major beneficiaries of the day are the St John of God Hospital Berwick an integral a valued member of the local community along with local emergency services organisations. We look forward to you joining us on what promises to be a most enjoyable day. If you need further information or wish to discuss any of the details in the packages please contact one of the Rotarians who will be pleased to assist. Contact details are below. Sincerely Sjaak Kusters Rotary Golf Day Chairman 26 November 2011 CONTACTS Peter Mangan peter.mangan@rotaryberwick.org Sjaak Kusters Mick Morland

6 SHINE ON AWARDS 2012 ROTARY SOUTHERN DISTRICTS 9780, 9790, 9800, 9810 & 9820 The Shine On Awards recognize and acknowledge service to the community by people with disabilities. GUIDELINES FOR NOMINATION Eligible Nominees are people who are actively involved in community service for the benefit of others and have demonstrated a significant level of achievement whilst managing a specific medical disorder/disability. Nominations for the Rotary Southern Districts Shine On Awards must be endorsed by a Rotary Club. Nominations may be made by clubs, associations or individuals aged 21 years and over. A nominee must sign a consent form and include a small or passport sized photo. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR A NOMINEE: Australian citizenship (for at least three years) Individuals who have a specific disability and have consistently given dedicated service to the community CATEGORIES: Young Nominees: aged 15 years to 25 years (at closing date for applications) Adult Nominees: aged 25 years and over REQUIRED INFORMATION SUPPORTING A NOMINATION: Consent Form signed by the Nominee Medical Certificate confirming the disability signed by a Medical Practitioner Information demonstrating nominee s personal achievements Information re: leadership and/or special service to his/her community References (at least two) verifying achievements Examples of personal achievement: Leadership and/or mentoring of others with the disability Membership and/or leadership in community groups Service to the community and/or a history of community achievement Other special awards or forms of recognition OTHER INFORMATION: A previous Nominee may be proposed no less than four years after initial nomination when further achievements have been demonstrated. Any club or association may nominate more than one person. Include your local Rotary Club s name; contact person; phone/ details and address. The Rotary Southern Districts Shine On Awards Ceremony will be held in: District 9820 in Contact K Kneebone, PO Box 3382, Morwell, 3841 for further details. Closing date for nominations: 25th February 2012

7 Amendments to District Directory Could all clubs please get Directory updates to Helen Kirkland, District Bulletin Editor as soon as possible. We would like to send an copy of the Updated Directory to club Presidents and Secretaries in December. Helen has noted that a full 10% of addresses in the Directory are incorrect. This figure is straight from the number of s that bounce when sending out the District Bulletin. This means that information is not getting to the clubs. Please helen@helenkirkland.com.au New Details - Secretary Mitchell River - mitchellriverrc@gmail.com Somerville - Tyabb - P.O. Box 226 Somerville Langwarrin - PO Box 4014, Langwarrin, Koo-wee-rup Lang-Lang - rckooweeruplanglang@gmail.com DEADLINES- THE DEADLINE FOR IS THE LAST FRIDAY BEFORE THE LAST FULL WEEKEND OF THE MONTH. THEREFORE THE DEADLINE FOR FEBRUARY S ISSUE IS JANUARY 27TH. LATE ARTICLES WILL MAY BE HELD OVER FOR LATER EDITIONS. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE The 2012 RI Convention will be held in Bangkok, Thailand between 6 9 May. And Rotarians are being urged to take advantage of the lowest registration fees ever, US$160. But that rate is only available until 1 December when it becomes US$195. And then, after 1 March it will cost US$245 per person. So, there really is an outstanding opportunity to attend a convention near to this country and at such a low registration cost. There are events and tours being organised by the Host Organising Committee (to be booked and ticketed separately) and this and other information is available on the RI website at Remember that last date for the lowest registration cost of US$160 1 December PDG Ray Stewart

8 CLUB EVENTS CALENDAR DATE EVENT WHERE CLUB 30 December Last Day for Clubs to Notify R.I. of Incoming Presidents & Secretaries R.I. All Clubs 1st January Semi Annual fees - Pay R.I. District Fees - Pay to District 9820 Treasurer R.I. & District 9820 All Clubs 14th January Closing Date for Nominations for DG PDG David Piper, PO Box 53, Mt Martha, Vic 3934 All Clubs 4th February 5th February 11th February Pre PETS Bairnsdale Trafalgar Frankston All Presidents Elect 23rd February 107th Rotary Birthday Multiple Events All Clusters 23rd February Charity Golf Day Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links Berwick peter.mangan@rotaryberwick.or g 24-26th February Annual Fishing Weekend Snowy River near Marlo Orbost - Don Osborne on or th - 11th March Lardner Park Motorfest Lardner Park, Burnt Store Rd, Lardner Drouin 13th March 70 Year Charter Anniversary TBA Traralgon - Contact John Caruana th March Gippsland Rotary Golf Classic Yallourn Golf Club Moe 23-25th March District Conference 2012 Ballarat District th March Golf Day Peninsula Private Golf Course Frankston Sunrise 1st April Swap Meet, Market Stalls, Show and Shine Lardner Park, Burnt Store Rd, Lardner Drouin 6-8th April Tarra Festival Art Show Commercial Road Yarram 20th May Rotary Southern Districts Shine On Awards Monash University Campus Berwick All Clubs Contact K Kneebone, PO Box 3382, Mowell, rd June RYPEN Camp Forest Edge Camp Mt Eliza June MUNA TBA Traralgon - Contact John Caruana