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THE UNLEY ROTARIAN: Meeting 4397 - 30 July 2024   Website: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/2039/
 Rotary Club of Unley Inc.

 District 9510 - Chartered 17 April 1935

 President:  John Peacham 0431 618 359
 Secretary:  Greg McLeod 0417 811 838
 Address:  PO Box 18, Unley SA 5061
 Email:  secretary@unleyrotary.org.au
 Meetings:  Tuesdays at 6.00 for 6.30pm
 Venue:
 Castello's Cucina, 123 Fisher Street, Fullarton SA

 
President John Peacham 0431 618 359
 

 

Next week will be about Peace

Last Meeting
 

Venue:                          Castello's Cucina
 
Guest Speaker:           Will Chapman
 
Our Guests:                 Bill Baxter plus Rob's assistants Eukabeth and Lucy, 
 
Attendance:                 22 members  4  guests

Welcome

President John opened the meeting, welcomed our guests and called on John Kikkert to introduce Will Chapman

Guest Speaker: Will Chapman - Cyber security and eligibility for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card

Will is a senior financial adviser who has been working with Goldsborough Financial Services for over 20 years. He is a regular on 5AA talk-back radio.and is married with 3 daughters.

We got off to a great start by Will showing himself in triplicate (one a female) ie scammers adopt his identity and use his profile to extract money. Their main access vehicle is through WhatsApp, promising great returns (get rich quick schemes). Having hooked a victim they even have the audacity to charge commission on the money stolen......one duplicator had been quite succesful with 109 victims (none of his clients) and plenty of money defrauded. He recommended everyone dial up the Federal Government's Scamwatch site.

The mobile is the scammer's best friend - 5 out of 6 enabled. Every on-line form has potential to be a scam until proven otherwise and the techniques applied are becoming more sophisticated. Will provided a list of 16 ways that people can be defrauded through phones and on-line, the most common of which is Phishing ie keep dangling bait with increasing background info on vulnerable people. Frauds enabled through social media and A.I. were up 43% in a year. Happy birthday messages are used a lot. And within 3 seconds of capturing a voice transmission, it can (with A.I.) replicate that voice to the detriment of other family members. Bottom line is do not trust anyone. When responding to an urgent call for help, resist the temptation to respond quickly, take action to verify message veracity, and ask questions that can throw potential fraudsters off guard.

For each person it is important to apply multifactor authorisation to their accounts, regular password changes and less than simple passwords and pins. In terms of financial management, the OSKO and PayID systems are quite safe for money transfers. But beware the $1 transfer scheme which is the source of many scams, as is the insertion of money diversion elements in tradies bills, including the request for a further payment of an old bill. Self managed super funds are now becoming soft targets. MyGov is clunky but security is OK.

Rules for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card are changing. It is worth big bucks through savings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme and access to bulk billing. The age pension has an income and asset test while the CSHC only relies on income stream, and its eligibilty is generous.....ie up to $95.4 kpa for singles and $152.6 kpa for couples. Now the editor is not sure about this next bit so it needs to be checked out. It is conceivable that a person with financial assets of up to $6.8m could be currently receiving the CSHC but that threshhold is soon to drop to $2.5m. And there is a watch out for those who have been depleting assets over the past 5 years to be eligible for the pension and the card.

Will has been happily doing weekly talk-back for 30 years.....there have been plenty of sad stories. Many questions followed about scams.

Will was applauded for his address

 
 
Spots
 
President John attended the Group workshop of club presidents last Sunday......a get-to-know-you meeting.The number one discussion item was establishing closer working relationships to lauch combined major projects. The idea of a boot sale at Wayville was suggested.....presumably car not footwear. A report has been produced by the City of Unley on its demographics.....35% of us are in older age brackets (some ancient), there are 35% single person households and 21% of people volunteer. All we need now is names and addresses. On Saturday 14 September we intend to participate in Bunnings' Volunteers Day, as well as mobilise for the Walk Against Domestic Violence down King William Street.
 
Rhonda Hoare announced that the Youth Music Awards is now back on, but in cabaret style - this coming Saturday (August 3), 6.30 for 7.00pm at Tabor College, Mitchell St, Millswood (Old Goodwood Orphanage). 13 members indicated their intention to attend.
10.30am next Tuesday 6 September at Unley Primary School there will be the Peace Pole ceremony at  Unley Primary School - morning tea to follow. 9 members intend to go.
 
Valerie Bonython indicated that there will be a White Ribbon breakfast on 14 September, preceding the Walk Against Domestic Violence.
 
Chris Davis reported:
  • SA Police Officer of the Year (POOTY) nomination complete. Chris will be seeking names of those wishing to attend the ceremony and luncheon in the Wayville Showgrounds on 6 September.
  • The Pride of Work awards are now scheduled for 27 August at Jack's......a few hiccups
  • The local Teacher's Award is still being worked upon.....important that there is an emphasis on nomination and voting by parents and students.

Finale

Geoff Hill edged out Greg Mc Leod for the filthy lucre AND the chocolates........nice effort!
 
The meeting closed well after the cock crowed 8.00pm.
 
 

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Rotary International News

Leading Alumni Global Service Award winner teaches ethics to young minds

Posted on 

By Gaetano Scamarcio, 1994-95 Ambassadorial Scholar sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bari, Italy, and District 2120

About 30 years ago, I discovered Rotary’s programs for aiding young people in achieving their dreams, which struck me profoundly. At the time, I aspired to access the world-renowned Bell Laboratories of AT&T in Murray Hill, New Jersey – a hub of groundbreaking research where numerous Nobel laureates had left their mark. My mentor at Bell Labs suggested applying for a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship, and to my amazement, I was successful. 

The working atmosphere at Bell Labs was fantastic, but also highly competitive. There was a lot of willingness among colleagues and superiors to engage in constructive discussions. Yet, the end of my internship was inexorably approaching, and I needed a winning idea to stand out. One evening, while I was alone in the lab, after many repeated attempts, I saw the signal from the measurement instruments skyrocket off the scale. Initially, due to fatigue, I thought it was another interference. But then I realized that (BINGO!) my superlattice quantum cascade microlaser, which I had designed and longed for many times, was finally working! It was an indescribable joy and a milestone in my professional career.

Receiving a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship was akin to a soccer player being called up to the national team, opening a world of possibilities for me and my family. Upon returning to Italy, my academic journey soared, and I delved deeply into research and work. Ten years later, I was invited to join the Rotary Club of Bari (District 2120) in Puglia and Basilicata – the same club and district that sponsored my fellowship. The warm reception from fellow Rotarians and swift integration into the club’s initiatives affirmed my decision to become involved.

Serving as club president in 2013-14 was a unique experience that allowed me to harness all my energies and collaborate with fellow members and friends to initiate impactful service and friendship projects. Throughout this journey, I connected with several exceptional individuals within Rotary and other volunteer associations, public institutions, and independent initiatives. In these collaborative efforts inspired by Rotary, there was always a palpable sense of unity and shared purpose.

One of our significant initiatives was “Rotary Meets the Road,” aiming to reduce food waste and help hundreds of homeless people in the metropolitan area of Bari. The inception of this project required extensive deliberations and consultations and involved multiple stakeholders. Initially conceived as an equipped container, the project evolved. We ended up donating a fully equipped camper to the volunteers of local associations. This mobile unit ensured that services could be offered more efficiently and hygienically including the daily distribution of food, essential medical services, and legal advice. 

A notable aspect of this endeavor was the collaborative effort involving all five Rotary clubs in the Bari area, District 2120, the Municipality of Bari, and the local public transportation company. The success of this service underscores the power of synergy and collective action in addressing pressing social issues and making a meaningful difference in the community. Engagement with Rotary fosters positive transformations not only for our neighbors, but also for ourselves.

The five core values of Rotary – integrity, diversity, friendship, service, and leadership – form an interconnected framework. Within the context of Rotary, the call for collaboration is inherently tied to setting a personal example. If I were to pinpoint what resonates most deeply with me, it would undoubtedly be the pursuit of leadership. Leadership positions entail guiding individuals with qualities equal to or surpassing our own. Here, leadership isn’t about issuing orders but about rallying collaboration to achieve common goals, particularly those geared toward philanthropic service. Cultivating leadership qualities through unwavering commitment to Rotary presents an ongoing challenge, yet the dividends extend across all aspects of our personal and professional lives. Throughout this journey, leading by personal example emerges as the most potent catalyst for inspiring others and advancing the collective welfare.

Over three decades, I’ve devoted myself wholeheartedly to the rewarding profession of research and university-level physics instruction. Along this journey, I’ve been privileged to guide and inspire over a thousand young individuals in their educational pursuits. Through this remarkable experience, I’ve noticed a profound hunger for ethics among young people – a desire for professional and ethical role models who can ignite their talents and guide them toward self-fulfillment.

Despite uncertainties about the future, I’ve observed a significant interest among young people in ethical issues, such as community development and environmental sustainability amid technological advancements. This highlights their inclination towards values and objectives encompassing a broader and more conscientious vision of their societal and environmental roles.  Sharing and teaching these ethical perspectives to young minds has been an immensely gratifying aspect of my career. I aspire to continue this endeavor, leveraging the platform of Rotary to enrich and empower future generations.

To them, I say, “Go, discover what Rotary can give you, and let yourself be inspired.” And when the spark ignites, they will discover that what they can do together with other Rotarians is irresistible.

Coffee Chat at Impressa, Unley Shopping Centre

10.30 am on the first Friday of the month is good for a chat with Rotary friends and a caffeine fix - Next one is Friday 2 August 2024

Upcoming Meetings

Tuesday 6 August 2024: Hiroshima Day - Peace Pole ceremony at Unley Primary School at 10.30am

Tuesday 6 August 2024 6 for 6.30pm Castello's Cucina
Guest Speaker: Heidi Unferdorben The Rotary Peace Pole and John Kikkert reflecting on Hiroshima
Welcoming team: Paul Duke and Ken Haines
 
Tuesday 13 August 2024 6 for 6.30pm Castello's Cucina
Event. The debate of the year "Women are stronger and more capable than men"
Welcoming team: Geoff Hill and Rhonda Hoare
 
Apologies and Meeting Enquiries to: Secretary Greg McLeod on 0417 811 838 or email to secretary@unleyrotary.org.au
Venue Set-up Enquiries to: Bulletin Editor Stephen Baker on 0403 687 015
 

Saturday Thrift Shop Roster

Early Shift: 10.00am to 1.00pm    Late Shift: 1.00pm to 4.00pm 
 
Week 1: 3 August 2024    
Early: Jerry Casburn & Haydn Baillie |  Late: Robyn Carnachan & Leonie Kewen
 
Week 2: 10 August 2024  
Early: Greg Mcleod & Wendy Andrews |  Late: Virginia Cossid & Vera-Ann Stacy
 
Week 3: 17 August 2024
Early: David Middleton & Nathan White  |  Late: Vera Holt & Rhonda Hoare
 
Week 4: 23 August 2024  
Early: Stephen Baker & Judi Corcoran |  Late: Jason Booth & Vera-Ann Stacy
 
Week 5:  30 August 2024
Early: Greg McLeod (Bob Mullins) & Wendy Andrews |  Late: Virginia Cossid & Paul Duke
 
Rotarians, who are unable to attend as rostered, please arrange a swap or as a very last resort contact: Vivienne Wood 0408 819 630; e-mail: vwood@ozemail.com.au

Mitre 10 and Bunnings Barbeques 

The Mitre 10 BBQs are the first and third Saturdays of each month. Morning shift 8.30am - 12 noon; afternoon shift 12.00 - 3.30pm, then clean-up.....next due Saturday 17 August [this Saturday cancelled, awaiting the new BBQ]
 
ALL the Bunnings Mile End Barbeque shifts are from 8am to 5pm
Morning shift: 8.00am – 12.30pm | Afternoon shift: 12.30 – 5pm
We have been allocated the last Monday of each month, the next being Monday 26 August   but there is also an extra day coming up.
 

The Tale End.....

Time for some American humor
 
Approaching a woman in a New York singles bar, he said, "Hi chick, what about a date?".
"Forget it," she said, "I never gp out with perfect strangers."
"We'e both in luck," he said, "I'm far from perfect."
 
The manager was amazed at the new clerk's skill with figures. "Where did you do your training?"
"Yale," said the teller.
"And how long have you been with us?
"Yust since Yanuary"       
 
Because the Viking voyage to America took so long Leif Ericson on his return found that his name had been crossed off the list of village inhabitants. When he complained, the village chief admiitted he had made a mistake: "I must have taken Leif off my census."
 
Common mistakes to be avoided
 
 

                                       
 
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