Apologies: Graham & Patsy Beckett, Sheila Evans, Geoff Hill, Rhonda Hoare, Mavis Martin, Trevor McGuirk, Bob Mills, Ali & Soheila Mostaghim, David Payne, Marlene Small
Guest Speakers - Stephen Westgarth and David Beaumont
Club Runner & Website Presentation
Chairman Greg McLeod introduced the team. Honorary club member Stephen is well known to most having been a member for 21 years and served in a number of Board positions, including twice as President. He began his own IT company Forsyte after working with KPMG and Price Waterhouse.
David while working for Forsyte developed our Club website (a leader in its day) in 2002. His passions include free diving (can hold breath for 4+ minutes......perhaps can inspire some members), fast cars with big exhausts and competitive computer games.
Stephen explained that Club Runner was created in Canada to serve organisations with large memberships. It has become the focus of Rotary clubs around the world on the Microsoft Azure platform. It has developed a full suite of programs to support and advertise club activities. While the format has changed the website remains at www.unley.rotaryclub.org.au.
He displayed our new website.....the Who, What, When, Why, and How of the Rotary Club of Unley. It also provides lots of international material. To succeed as an information and membership attraction site it must be a living-breathing instrument which will act as a window to the world (as distinct from a mirror). Keep it up to date with new articles and stories, and lots of photos of widespread interest.
David explained that the photos shown on the home page had been drawn from a carousel of bulletins over the last 5 years and some need to be replaced. He emphasised that we should be 'snap happy' and use social media - Facebook - a whole lot more. To access the area dedicated to internal club affairs, it is necessary to log into the Members Area and follow the instructions. Sometimes the confirmatory email from Club Runner is treated as spam. CR is a powerful management tool, capable of meeting all the club's operational needs. Members will be able and should update their personal details.............maybe include a short biograghy, and a recent photo (or maybe not because the old one may be much better). Unwanted emails can be turned off. You can access the site and more particularly the members' directory using the Club Runner App on an I-phone. President Heather has successfully achieved this and is happy to help others. Club and committee communications can be easily accommodated. David M would like a meeting venue messaging system. Stephen the elder asked all members to access the site and provide notes to him for improvements. Ideally, elements of the site should be updated as changes occur (eg blogs, Facebook and personal info) while others of a less urgent nature and under the control of Forsyte can be fixed periodically
Stephen and David were thanked by acclamation and given bottles of less-than-clear liquid.
Spots
Rachel Harding reported that the Dare to be Different Rotary membership conference last week-end had been interesting with participants from overseas and interstate. Emphasis was placed on new member recruitment and the importance of information evenings.
Pam Trimmer was pleased with the Thrift Shop volunteers meeting last Wednesday. There was no dissention about Saturday volunteers working a half-hour longer until 3.30pm.
Valerie Bonython plugged the fabulous Car Cruise on October 29.
Jerry Casburn asked those who had volunteered to deliver the Pride of Workmanship materials to business premises on Unley Road to collect them from Leonie at the end of the meeting. Importantly, be armed with Blu Tack so that you can offer to affix the posters to the business windows.
The Finale
Lindsay England won the infernal squares and kindly donated proceeds to Days for Girls. Pam Trimmer was delighted to be a great grand-mother to a '2.2k princess'. And Jerry was pleased to report that his vehicle had not died while being used here during his time overseas......merely run out of gas.
The meeting concluded spot on 8pm.......impeccable timing.
Rotary News
Rotary partners with International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness
Press Release Evanston Illinois 7 August 2017
About 80 percent of the world's 285 million visually impaired people have treatable eye diseases, according to the World Health Organization. Rotary and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) aim to promote eye health to underserved communities.
Under the one-year partnership signed today by Rotary International General Secretary John Hewko and Vice President of IAPB Victoria Sheffield (see across), Rotary clubs can partner with IAPB member agencies to provide access to continuous eye care and blindness prevention services such as eye exams, cataract screenings and treatment, and diabetic eye examinations and follow-up services.
“IAPB champions the belief that in the 21st century no one should have to live with avoidable blindness or sight loss,” said Rotary General Secretary John Hewko. “Rotary also sees global health as a core priority. With IAPB’s expertise, and the power of Rotary’s volunteer network, we will strengthen our ability to transform the lives of millions of people who live with a visual impairment.”
"The impact of blindness prevention efforts is lasting and has a palpable effect at the local level. This service partnership agreement will help eye care agencies and hospitals tie-up with local Rotary clubs to deliver positive, lasting eye care to local communities" noted Victoria Sheffield, CEO, International Eye Foundation and Vice-President, IAPB. “Eye care work will greatly benefit from the passion, energy, and support of Rotary members worldwide”.
IAPB’s mission is to eliminate the main causes of avoidable blindness and visual impairment by bringing together governments, non-governmental agencies, academic institutions, and the private sector to facilitate the planning, development, and implementation of sustainable eye care programs.
Rotary members develop sustainable projects that fight disease, promote peace, provide clean water, support education, save mothers and children, and grow local economies. The recent partnership will help clubs further their efforts to provide disease prevention and treatment and maternal and child health programs worldwide. Over the past three years, nearly a quarter of a million people benefited from Rotary’s interventions for disease prevention and maternal and child health, supported by almost $100 million awarded through its grants programs.
About International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness
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International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) is the coordinating membership organization leading international efforts in blindness prevention activities. IAPB’s mission is to eliminate the main causes of avoidable blindness and visual impairment by bringing together governments and non-governmental agencies to facilitate the planning, development and implementation of sustainable national eye care programs.
Upcoming Events
RYLA September 23-29 Nunyara Conference Centre.
RYLA Graduation dinner Thursday 28 September
COUNTRY CAR CRUISE (The Unley Redex Car Trial) 29 October
Patsy reminds us all of the Challenge with RC Eastwood, and dearly wants stronger participation and outcome......even greater fun this year. She insisted a photo be used to highlight the occasion.
Our Upcoming Meetings
5 September 2017 at Damien on Fisher at 6 for 6.30pm
Linda Johnson - Planning a new hotel and jetty extension at Glenelg
Chair: J Casburn | Set-up, Welcome & Attendance: R Carnachan & R Elms
12 September 2017 at Damien on Fisher at 6 for 6.30pm
Dr Mark Moore - Overseas Specialist Surgical Association of Australia
Chair: L Kewen | Set-up, Welcome & Attendance: K Haines & R Harding
19 September 2017 at Damien on Fisher at 6 for 6.30pm
Pub Quiz - Unley v Brownhill Creek
Chair: H Kilsby | Set-up, Welcome & Attendance: R Hoare & A Jonson
Usual Meeting Venue: Damien on Fisher, 123 Fisher Street, Fullarton SA 5063
Apologies to: Stephen Baker as early as possible by e-mail sandbbaker@internode.on.net or 0403 687 015
Venue Set-up/Bar Enquiries to: Bulletin Editor Stephen Baker on 0403 687 015
Attendance Enquiries to: Wendy Andrews by e-mail to wendyjoyandrews@gmail.com or in an emergency on 8377 7830
Saturday Thrift Shop Roster
Early Shift: 10.00am to 12.30pm Late Shift: 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Week 1: 2 September 2017
Early: David Middleton & Jerry Casburn | Late: Robyn Carnachan & Rachel Harding
Week 2: 9 September 2017
Early: Greg McLeod & Chad Leader | Late: Wendy Andrews & Heather Kilsby
Week 3: 16 September 2017
Early: Nathan White & Vera Holt | Late: Pam Trimmer & Ken Haines
Week 4: 23 September 2017
Early: Stephen Baker & Judi Corcoran | Late: Sheila Evans & Rhonda Hoare
Week 5: 30 September 2017
Early: Bob Mullins & David Pisoni | Late: Jerry Casburn, Reno Elms
Rotarians, who are unable to attend as rostered, please arrange a swap or as a very last resort contact:
Bunnings Mile End Barbeque
ALL the Bunnings Mile End Barbeque shifts are from 8am to 5pm
Next Date: Monday 18 September
Morning shift: 8.30am – 12.30pm | Afternoon shift: 12.30 – 5pm
The Tale End
The best of explanations
The wife came home early and found her husband in their bedroom making love to a very attractive young woman and she was upset. 'You are a disrespectful pig!' she cried. 'How dare you do this to me -- a faithful wife, the mother of your children! I'm leaving you. I want a divorce right away!
The husband replied, 'Hang on just a minute, love, so at least I can tell you what happened.'
'Go ahead,' she sobbed,' but they'll be the last words you'll say to me!'
And the husband began -- 'Well, I was getting into the car to drive home, and this young lady here asked me for a lift. She looked so down and out and defenseless that I took pity on her and let her into the car. I noticed that she was very thin, not well dressed and very dirty. She told me that she hadn't eaten for three days. So, in my compassion, I brought her home and warmed up the enchiladas I made for you last night, the ones you wouldn't eat because you're afraid you'll put on weight. The poor thing devoured them in moments.
Since she needed a good clean-up, I suggested a shower, and while she was doing that, I noticed her clothes were dirty and full of holes, so I threw them away. Then, as she needed clothes, I gave her the designer jeans that you have had for a few years, but don't wear because you say they are too tight. I also gave her the underwear that was your anniversary present, which you don't wear because I don't have good taste. I found the sexy blouse my sister gave you for Christmas that you don't wear just to annoy her, and I also donated those boots you bought at the expensive boutique and don't wear because someone at work has a pair the same.'
The husband took a quick breath and continued - 'She was so grateful for my understanding and help that as I walked her to the door, she turned to me with tears in her eyes and said ..............'Please ... Do you have anything else that your wife doesn't use?
