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ROTARY CLUB OF CROYDON 45 Years of Serving our Community THE CHRONICLE 13 th February 2018 Volume 45 No.

President 2017/18 Stephen Bode UPCOMING PROGRAMS Standard meeting venue and time: Dorset Gardens Hotel, 335 Dorset Road, Croydon 6:00

DATE SPEAKER CHAIR DATE DATE Tuesday 13 th February 2018 Partners Night and Raffle.

Bowls Fellowship Tuesday 27 th February 2018 at The Kilsyth Club; 1 Canterbury Road, Bayswater Nth. 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm.

1 ROTARY CLUB OF CROYDON 45 Years of Serving our Community THE CHRONICLE 13 th February 2018 Volume 45 No. 30 A publication of the Rotary Club of Croydon ID No , District President 2017/18 Stephen Bode UPCOMING PROGRAMS Standard meeting venue and time: Dorset Gardens Hotel, 335 Dorset Road, Croydon 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm start, unless otherwise specified $25 for two course meal. DATE SPEAKER CHAIR DATE DATE Tuesday 13 th February 2018 Partners Night and Raffle. Aussie Kenya Community Organisation Mark and Sharon Sidandi John Gander Tuesday 20 th February 2018 at Chirnside Bowls Club at 6:00pm Bowls Fellowship Tuesday 27 th February 2018 at The Kilsyth Club; 1 Canterbury Road, Bayswater Nth. 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm. Youth Forum Night DATE Friday 2 nd March to Sunday 4 th March District 9810 Conference in Ballarat. DATE Tuesday 6 th March 2018 Croydon Cinema SPEAKER George, Manager of Croydon Cinema CHAIR Ross Taylor DATE Thursday 8 th March 2018 at Dorset Public Golf Course. Croydon Rotary Charity Golf Fundraiser DATE Tuesday 13 th March 2018 Korean Dinner TBA

2 UPCOMING PROGRAMS (Contd.) DATE Tuesday 20 th March 2018 Nurses in Action SPEAKER Susie Maher CHAIR Jean Stuart DATE Tuesday 27th March Fellowship at the Korean Restaurant, in Croydon TBA DATE Tuesday 3 rd April 2018 Croquet Night - Fellowship DATE DATE Tuesday 10 th April 2018 TBA COMING UP Tuesday 17 th April 2018 TBA Fellowship at Reg Girvan s Farm in Castella PLEASE NOTE: The Chair for the night s responsibility is to write a small summary of the night, 2 to 3 paragraphs and to me so I could print it in The Chronicle. ************************* MEMBERS CORNER John Anderson was rushed to hospital by Ambulance last Wednesday, which is suspected to be as a result of something he ate the night before. We wish you a speedy recovery and keep hydrated, John. I have also heard that Clive Baum has had a setback as a result of a fall at home. Clive is resting at home and hopefully will be back on his feet before his hospital appointment later this week to remove his stents. Wish you all the best, Clive. Regards, Jean

February : Greeter for February : Sue Jonas Michael Jackomos If you are on duty and cannot attend, PLEASE ARRANGE FOR A SUBSTITUTE.

special day during February Dawn Anderson Michael Jackomos Congratulations to those celebrating their Anniversaries this month.

3 MEMBERS CORNER (Contd.) All members to advise apologies or additional numbers for meetings to: Ian Cumming on: before 10:00 am on Monday Cashier for February : Greeter for February : Sue Jonas Michael Jackomos If you are on duty and cannot attend, PLEASE ARRANGE FOR A SUBSTITUTE. Raffle Prizes for Partner Nights: Clive Baum, Stephen Bode, Ian Cumming, Jill Fletcher Warm Birthday wishes to all those celebrating their special day during February Dawn Anderson Michael Jackomos Congratulations to those celebrating their Anniversaries this month. Heather & Jim Tinney Pat & Ross Taylor 14 th February 24 th February Chronicle contributions and any articles of interest are invited from all members and persons that have an interest in the promotion of Rotary International. Please Jean at: prcommunications@rotarycroydon.org.au By close of business Friday.

President s Report: 13-02-2018 Joy Varughese, Jill Fletcher and I attended a meeting with RAWCS (Rotary Australia World Community Service) representatives last week to discuss the status of the many

As the meeting was at John s office he ensured, through Dawn and his staff, that the meeting continued and was well catered for. Thanks John, Dawn and the staff of Anderson Associates.

This criteria includes having a committee of three Croydon members to manage each project, maintaining complete financial records audited by the Croydon Club and to evaluate regularly the outcomes

4 President s Report: Joy Varughese, Jill Fletcher and I attended a meeting with RAWCS (Rotary Australia World Community Service) representatives last week to discuss the status of the many Projects sponsored under the name of the Rotary Club of Croydon in relation to present RAWCS expectations. Unfortunately, John Anderson was unable to attend as he was in hospital. As the meeting was at John s office he ensured, through Dawn and his staff, that the meeting continued and was well catered for. Thanks John, Dawn and the staff of Anderson Associates. We will be carefully considering each project to determine whether they are still current and active and that they meet the current project criteria of the Rotary Australia Overseas Aid Fund. This criteria includes having a committee of three Croydon members to manage each project, maintaining complete financial records audited by the Croydon Club and to evaluate regularly the outcomes and impact of the project activities supported and be aware of terrorism and sex tourism/child protection issues and ensure they do not inadvertently support these activities in any way. The responsibilities of the Croydon Club in respect of these existing projects and requests for further new project activity will be carefully considered by the working group and recommendations presented to the Board. Members are reminded that the Trachoma Live event is to be held February Our own RI President, Ian Riseley, headlines our list of distinguished presenters! The purpose of the EndTrachoma by 2020 Trachoma Live event is to inform, communicate with, and enlighten as many Rotarians and friends about Trachoma in Australia. We have been requested by the Community Policing Unit to partner with them at the inaugural Croydon Diversity Festival on 16 th and 17 th March. They will be setting up a stall to provide crime prevention information and promote engagement with communities. The event is being organized by the Croydon Traders Association. We will be considering our options, including running a BBQ, as to how our Club can participate in the event. Tony Wright has been busy contacting sponsors and players for the Annual Golf Day to be held on Thursday 8th March. Tony will be seeking members assistance to follow up to confirm sponsor engagement. This event represents our major fundraiser for the year. More posters are available from Tony. Guest speakers at the Thursday 22 th February meeting of The Rotary Club of Montrose and District will be PDG Carol and Frank Lawton. They will be reporting on their recent visit to India as part of a team from D9810 for the National Polio Immunization Program. The meeting is at 6.45 for 7.00pm at Japara Living & Learning Centre, Durham Road Kilsyth 3137 (Mel 51 H5). The Croydon Proactive Policing Unit, represented by Leading Senior Constable Audrey Jones and Senior Constable Peter Williams with their Rotary funded vehicle at Croydon Bunnings last week when they spoke about home security. Regards, Stephen Bode

Chairman s Report Past District Governor Tony Monley who is currently the D9810 Foundation Chair, spoke about the Rotary Foundation, briefly touching on its beginning, its growth history, its focus,

The History The Rotary Foundation had its beginning with the proposal by RI President Arch Klumph in 1917 to set up an endowment for the purpose of doing good in the world.

5 Chairman s Report Past District Governor Tony Monley who is currently the D9810 Foundation Chair, spoke about the Rotary Foundation, briefly touching on its beginning, its growth history, its focus, its impact and how our District and our club benefit from it. The History The Rotary Foundation had its beginning with the proposal by RI President Arch Klumph in 1917 to set up an endowment for the purpose of doing good in the world. The endowment was set up with the initial donation of US$ This endowment, renamed The Rotary Foundation in 1928 and being a distinct entity within Rotary International, did not really grow until 1947 when, on the death of Paul Harris, contributions started pouring in from Rotarians in his memory. By now, the Foundation has received more than US$ 1 billion, from Rotarians, non-rotarians, philanthropists and National Governments. Three important programs were launched by the Foundation in , namely Group Study Exchange, Awards for Technical Training and Matching Grants. With the introduction of Health, Hunger and Humanity (3H) grants in 1978, the first major Grant was made for immunising 6 million children in The Philippines against Polio. In 1985 the PolioPlus Program was launched to eradicate Polio worldwide. The peace forum led to the establishment of the Rotary Peace fellowships. The new Grants model that we have today was launched in The mission of The Rotary Foundation is to promote and foster International Understanding and Goodwill. In 2017, The Foundation received funds totalling US$ 400 million while dispensing US$270 million for its activities. Areas of Focus The Rotary Foundation provides Grants for projects in these 6 Areas of Focus be they local or international: Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Disease Prevention and Treatment Water and Sanitation Maternal and Child Health Basic Education and Literacy Economic and Community Development.

6 System of Funding Projects Donations received from Rotarians and others in any Rotary Year are credited to the club or District they are received from. Donations from each District is invested for 3 years to earn returns which are used to pay for TRF administration. The capital amount is then divided into 2 under The Share system with one half being returned to the District while the other half goes into the pooled World Fund. The half returning to the District in the third year is the District Designated Fund (DDF) which is made available as District Grants for club projects. The World Fund is the source of Global Grants or the former Matching Grants. District Grants Small-scale, short-term projects, local or international Single grant awarded annually District Grant (Matched ($2,000 3,000) Global Grant (Matched $2,000 5,000) Global Grants Large, long-term projects aligned to Areas of Focus International partnerships required Minimum project size of US$30,000. Minimum 30% from International Partner(s) Ways to Support The Rotary Foundation The main ways of supporting The Foundation is by donating to the following: PolioPlus Fund (towards eradication of Polio worldwide) Annual Fund (towards support for Today s activities) 1. Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) US$100 per year. In Australia we encourage support through the Centurion Program (AU$100 per year) 2. Paul Harris Fellow (US$1,000 within a year). 3. Paul Harris Society Member (US$1,000 per year to any of the funds). Endowment Fund (to secure Tomorrow s activities) Major Donor (Personal outright or cumulative donation of US$10,000 or more) Bequest Society (provision in estate plan totalling US$10,000 or more) Arch Klumph Society Trustees Circle (US$250,000 or more) Chair s Circle (US$500,00 or more) Foundation Circle (US$1 million or more) The talk ended after many questions were asked and satisfactory answers given. Regards, Dr Joy Varughese

Email from Sam Thomas our Exchange Student in Germany Hi Ian, I hope all is going well at the club and a big

When I arrived at the airport, all of my host families for the year were there to welcome me.

Since then, I have been to one rotary meeting at my host club and one RYE event at a German history museum in

7 from Sam Thomas our Exchange Student in Germany Hi Ian, I hope all is going well at the club and a big hello to everyone there. I've had a very busy month! When I arrived at the airport, all of my host families for the year were there to welcome me. I quickly settled in to day to day life and started attending school a few days after I arrived. Since then, I have been to one rotary meeting at my host club and one RYE event at a German history museum in Bonn. I have visited a few places with my first host family. I have been to 3 museums so far and spent a day skiing at the snow. Everything is going well and I will send more info to you soon! Thanks, Samuel

Gala Dinner Bring family & friends All proceeds donated to Interplast Wednesday 28 th February, 2018 Beau Monde International - 934 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster East 2 course meal + coffee, drinks at bar

Mike always asks the audience, Put up your hand if there is something in your life that you know you need to deal with but you find excuses to avoid action or simply ignore it?

10 Gala Dinner Bring family & friends All proceeds donated to Interplast Wednesday 28 th February, 2018 Beau Monde International Doncaster Rd, Doncaster East 2 course meal + coffee, drinks at bar prices - Cost: $40.00 per head Mike Rolls Amputate Dead Weight: Why Less is More! Mike is a double amputee and he is a great speaker on resilience and overcoming adversity. Mike always asks the audience, Put up your hand if there is something in your life that you know you need to deal with but you find excuses to avoid action or simply ignore it? Most of us know what our particular dead weight is but, for whatever reason we don t want to deal with it and this refusal robs us of energy and vitality. Instead of looking at what s missing and inviting the reader to aspire to more and look toward what their life might be like with more success, RSVP to Carmel Phillips (carmel_phillips@hotmail.com) by 20 th February, 2018.

Croydon Multicultural Festival The key objective of the first Croydon Multicultural Festival is to provide a platform for the celebration of the rich cultural diversity of Maroondah through the

11 Croydon Multicultural Festival The key objective of the first Croydon Multicultural Festival is to provide a platform for the celebration of the rich cultural diversity of Maroondah through the participation by members of multicultural community groups showcasing their respective cultural traditions and heritage. The Festival takes place in the centre of Croydon March and is a fun, free, family-friendly event that incudes activities, shows, food stalls, costume exhibition, dancing and celebrations. Local restaurants and cafes will provide exceptional multicultural street food. There will be Mexican, Italian, Greek, Lebanese, Thai, Chinese, African, Indian, Korean and many other delicious cuisines offered. The festival starts Friday night with a Multicultural Dinner Experience & live entertainment, then continues on Saturday (10am-16pm) with the Festival Day. We invite multicultural community groups to participate in this festival with music or dance performance for a maximum of 30 min. It is a great opportunity to introduce cultural traditions, tell stories and have fun. At the end of the festival we encourage 2 members of each cultural groups to come forward and tie a ribbon on the United Nations Tree as a symbol of the human unity. We hope you take part of this great celebration.

13 * Made up of men and women across all vocations and cultures, Rotary continues to make an impressive impact. Are you: Keen to help others and want to make a difference? Seeking more meaning and purpose in your life? Looking for ways to help your community? Want to be part of a worldwide network for good? Interested in a Corporate Social Responsibility program in which your company can participate? Volunteering with Rotary can provide you with a great work life balance. It s an opportunity to extend your life experience and business skills, to benefit your local community and the wider world. It provides a bridge from your working and home life to meet and network with other business and community people Ongoing personal development Grow your understanding and knowledge Open to both men and women Make a new extended network of friends Weekly contact opportunities Links to a vast international network Provides a pathway to do good in the world The impact our members make takes shape at our Club meetings and activities. These gatherings allow you to join other passionate, visionary people to discuss and act upon community needs. Rotary Club meetings are also a place to strengthen connections to friends and neighbours and form meaningful relationships that last a lifetime. If you are interested in finding out more about: The Rotary Club of Croydon please visit: or for information about Rotary International visit:

14 Club Information Postal Address: P.O. Box 226, Croydon Victoria 3136 Meeting Venue: Dorset Gardens Hotel 335 Dorset Road, Croydon Victoria 3136 Facebook: Website: Club President Stephen Bode Vice President John Anderson Immediate Past President Dr Joy Varughese Secretary Greg O Neil secretary@rotarycroydon.org.au President Elect Jean Stuart Jeanieos007@gmail.com Treasurer Eric Thomas royalltreasurer@rotarycroydon.org.au PR/Communications Jean Stuart prcommunications@rotarycroydon.org.au

Participating in The Rotary Foundation

7 Participating in The Rotary Foundation The Rotary Foundation Quick Reference Guide (219), Rotary Foundation Facts (159), and the Every Rotarian, Every Year Club Success Booklet (958) are key Foundation