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     Volume 2 
     Issue 8 
    30 August 2021
 
 
 
From President Maurie
At our Zoom meeting, it was interesting to have a look back and have some fun with the photos contributed by various members. Thanks to all who contributed. Down the track we could do similar with another theme.
 
Thanks to Geoff Haddy who did the SecondBite Camcare run Thursday morning.
 
On behalf of all who listened, I congratulate and thank Joseph for the brief autobiography he presented - a different journey to that of many of us. We are glad you reached your Australian destination Joseph.
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UNDERSTANDING ESTELLE KELLY
Is there anything that our club doesn’t know about you?
 
As a child, I was the cheeky one of my five siblings. Looking at old photos and thinking back, I feel for my poor mother with her Box Brownie camera having to contend with me as we lined up for photos. I’d be the one with the tongue poking out or wagging my ears.
 
My birth came after three boys and in my father’s eyes I was a bit of a princess, that is until four years later when my youngest sister arrived. I might have gotten cheekier because of it. I’m happy to say that I still have that element in my personality.
 
People at the club probably notice that I enjoy a bit of laughter and tongue in cheek commentary, but mostly I think they tend to see me as being responsible and capable. Being the Sergeant last year gave me the opportunity to make comments that might not have otherwise been well received. I remember being at the microphone and making a comment about our incoming President Maurie. In preparation for the role, he’d been looking for the next Sergeant. He called me for some feedback on the role saying, “Who else is intelligent and funny and… a woman?”. As Sergeant, I couldn’t help but repeat that over the microphone. I wondered aloud, “Was that the gaff of the week or was Maurie just a very brave man?”.
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Fellowship Weekend Update
Thank you to everyone who has booked for our Fellowship Weekend.
 
There are three rooms left - Rm 1, Rm 21 and Rm 22.
 
So if you want to attend please let me know asap.
 
Wanted - Your old CD or DVD Plastic Cases!!
Are you tidying up at home?  found a few cds and / or dvds that are surplus to requirements?  Willing to donate them to a good cause?
 
What I really want is the plastic case they are in - these cases are perfect to send out metal Girl Guide badges that I sell on ebay to raise money for the Girl Guides.  This has proved to be a very lucrative fundraiser during all of our lockdowns but I have run out of these cases.
 
So please do save any that you might have and I can get them from you after restrictions are eased a little..........or if you ever drive past my place you could put them in my letterbox or on the front porch.
 
Thank you so much - the Girl Guides will appreciate this!!  Jane Pennington
Geoff's Health Tip
Kindness and the Mental Health Connection
 
The earliest signs of kindness, which you can see pretty soon after birth, are the glimmerings of empathy and compassion - pain at the pain of others. Once they’re capable of coordinated movement, babies will often try to soothe others who are suffering, by patting and stroking.
 
Psychologically, acts of kindness make us feel grateful, empathetic, and compassionate. These are  feelings that have a positive effect on mental health.
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Rotarians Against Malaria
 
Covid-19 has caused cancellation of the Face-to-Face Conference
 
A Virtual Conference will now be held on the same date as follows:
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Writing Workshop
heroWriting Workshop with Journalist Jeanette Leigh

Across two hours, Jeanette will cover ideas about interviewing a subject, and how to enrich the great Rotary stories that we want to write.
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The Australia, New Zealand and Oceania Virtual Rotary Conference - 11th and 12th September 2021
ZONE 8 CONFERENCE SPEAKERS.docxThe Australia, New Zealand and Oceania Virtual Rotary Conference is on 11th and 12th September.  There are a wide range of inspirational speakers and multiple interactive breakouts to choose from. 
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Fostering Global Peace
Rotary encourages conversations to foster understanding within and across cultures.

We train adults and young leaders to prevent and mediate conflict and help refugees who have fled dangerous areas.
The attached summary from the Rotary Foundation tells us a little more about Rotary’s work in this area.
 
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Yarra Bank Reserve Opening
 
Having deferred the above Opening to 12th September, we hope to see you at the above event.

After all, this Project raises the profile of Rotary in our local community and may attract new Members.
 
 
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Thank You to Our Sponsors
 
 
 
     
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
More Information Wanted?
Rotary Club of North Balwyn: www.rotarynorthbalwyn.com.au
Rotary Club of North Balwyn Men's Shed:
Rotary District 9800: www.rotarydistrict9800.org.au
Club Meetings
 
2 September
Guest Speaker - Autobiography
 
 
Are you attending our next meeting?  If so, click:
Be sure to send this email to our Attendance Officer (Hugo) by Tuesday preceding the meeting.
 
 
Club Meeting Rosters
 
 Meeting rosters are back!!
 
 
 
Volunteer Opportunities
Second Bite
 
 
 
Camberwell Sunday Market
 
Our weekly commitment is to have 2 Volunteers for each of  6.45am to 10.00am and 9.45am to 1.00pm.  Here is the roster.
Geoff Steinicke awaits your email to nominate a day/time.
 
Gardening
 
Gardening activity is in lockdown but planning must go on for the better times ahead.
Please check the roster and check your situation, we need your help in this important service to our needy owners. Spring is on its way.
 
 
Club Diary
 
Yarra Bank Park Opening
12 September 2021
 
Working Bee at Camp Getaway
22 - 24 October 2021
 
Fellowship Weekend
Phillip Island
5 - 8 November 2021
 
 
 
Celebrations
 
 
Birthdays
Geoff Haddy
 
Inductions
Eileen Toohill
 
Weddings
Nil
 
 
 
 
 
Grapevine Deadline
Information for Grapevine needs to be with the Editor by midday Saturday.  
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