Speaker:  Vicki Kanakaris

Vicki Kanakaris is an accomplished leader in the field of cultural diversity, currently holding the role of Cultural Diversity Lead at Multicultural Aged Care. In this capacity, she focuses on advancing information, training and education initiatives across both metropolitan and regional South Australia, within the aged care sector.

As a certified Cultural Detective facilitator and qualified trainer, Vicki’s specialised expertise lies in seamlessly integrating a cultural intelligence approach into training content and resource development. With a proven track record, she has adeptly engaged with various sector stakeholders, communities, and external networks to effectively embed diversity and cultural intelligence (CQ) into best practices. Her efforts have significantly contributed to promoting a higher quality of life for the aging population.

For 6 years she coordinated two different, Commonwealth funded projects in the aged and community care sector, and produced two Commonwealth government endorsed resources as part of her project work. Vicki has also managed and coordinated Social Support programmes throughout her career history.
Vicki’s extensive experience in integrating CALD perspectives in priority foci of the aged care sector and has resulted in delivering leading edge presentations at local and International Conferences.

Recognised for her role in advocating diversity and cultural intelligence, Vicki Kanakaris stands as a catalyst for positive change within the aged care sector. Through her dedicated leadership, she continues to drive progress toward a more inclusive and compassionate approach to aging support.

Speaker:  Dr Cathy Saunders

Dr. Cathy Saunders, a Rotary Youth Exchange student, embarked on an extraordinary adventure. As part of this program, Australian high school students like her have the opportunity of a lifetime: to live and study abroad for up to 12 months. During this transformative experience, they immerse themselves in a foreign country, learning about its culture, language, and way of life. 

Come and hear her experiences on this key Rotary programme.

Spaekers:  Variuos Members of the recent group of students attending the Nepal Eyecamp

Ever wondered about the Eye Camps in Nepal run by our own Jason Booth and Brendan Kenny?  We noe is the chance to find out about them.  A not to be missed event.

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The Rotary Club of Edwardstown will host us for our Annual Quiz Night.  They will arrange the quizmaster.

Please join members for a fun night with one of our sister clubs.

Partners Welcome

Speaker: Reno Elms

The Salvation Army has spent years working with people affected by crisis or disaster, helping them get back on their feet.

The Salvos say:-

We understand that disasters and emergencies have a destabilising and traumatic impact on those affected. No one should have to go it alone, so when a disaster strikes, we're ready to meet people at their point of need.

The very nature of disasters and emergencies means that people have very little time to prepare, and often need fast and immediate help. Our emergency support workers can provide immediate financial and practical assistance with no long forms to fill out or waiting periods.

When the emergency is over, we remain with communities to provide longer-term support through services that reflect the needs of the community. This long-term support can mean many months, and even years, of holistic care for those affected.

Speaker: John Bauer

The Salvation Army is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. They provide services to adults, and families with accompanying children. Their services include accommodation, case management, assertive outreach support, financial assistance, together with connection and referral to other specialist services. Their philosophy is that every person is afforded dignity, respect and quality of service and that no one should be without a safe, affordable and secure home.

Homelessness can affect anyone - it doesn't discriminate. People find themselves in unstable home situations that can range from uncomfortable to distressing and dangerous. Services, such as theirs, try to help people experiencing homelessness find a permanent and safe place to live, a positive community connection, and services to help the underlying reasons for the person's homelessness.

John will tell us about his work locslly.

the club will also be donating 10 Shelterbags for use by the Salvos locally.

Speaker:  Jerry Casburn

Jerry will cover the key aspects of the Rotary Foundation, how it works and what it funds, a little of its history and how the club and you can contribute.

Speaker: Raj GAUTAM

Rajendra Gautam's lworks on various community development projects in Nepal as a community development worker to better the
rural community he has received a scholarship to visit Australia.. When he returns home, he will use the knowledge he gains from this scholarship in his native
country. This chance will also foster new connections with non-profit and community service organizations, which could result in collaborations on future initiatives in the fields of empowerment of women, training for the workforce, and programs to improve rural communities. These initiatives will focus on disaster response, education, health, and community development.”

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The committees evening will allow the planned committees for the 2024-25 Rotary year to get together with a view to discussing potential projects for the year.  This year Preseident John would like to see more planned spending on projects, e.g., Project Description , Project Plan with Time scales, spending and breakdown, goals and key success indicators.

Speaker:  TBA

Each year we support Variety Australia with the Adelaide Zoo Special Schools Days, providing the BBQ Sausage Sizzle.

Variety – the Children’s Charity supports kids and families who are facing many challenges through sickness, disadvantage or living with disability.

Our work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in, because all kids deserve a fair go.

Come and hear about their work.

Let's celibrate the year passed and commit to the one coming.  Be prepared for an evening of fun and good food.  Please review the message below and follow the instruction in red.

Partners’ and friends welcome, on payment of the fee.  Cost is the same for all attending.

$42/person payable into Club bank account by Friday 28th June, please pay into the following account:  Account Name: Rotary Club of Unley Inc., BSB: 633 000, Account Number: 172 878 258, Reference: Changeover.

includes a drink on arrival plus a main (choice of two – see below) with bread roll/butter and a dessert.  Extra drinks at guest’s own cost.

Wine list:

Tempus Two Blanc De Blanc Sparkling

Lobethal Road Rose

Spring Seed Four O’clock Chardonnay

Mrs Cs Vino Di Bianco Sauvignon Blanc

Lobethal Road Pinot Gris
Willows Riesling

Ninos Vino Rosso Shiraz

Amadio Horse & Cart Shiraz Cabernet

Elephant in the Room Merlot

Any soft drink

MAIN

Choice of:

1. Beef Bourguignon

Beef, bacon, carrots, onions and mushrooms slow cooked in a rich red wine sauce and served with mashed potato & bread crisp.

OR

2. Chicken Roulade

Chicken breast filled with spinach, mushrooms and ricotta, wrapped in bacon and served with potato gratin and creamy white wine sauce.

DESSERT

Crème Brulee

Creamy French vanilla custard, crunchy top of burnt sugar with chocolate almond biscuit for dipping.

When paying into the Club account please specify, to Jerry, via a separate email, in the format shown below, your choice of the above:

1. Drink choice
2. Main choice

Everyone will be served the dessert.

Any dietary requirements need to be noted with this response, please.

Below completed information to be emailed back to Jerry Casburn by Thursday, 27^th June 2024

1.Name of Rotarian: ____________________________________________________________________

Drink choice: ________________________________________________________________________

Main meal choice: ____________________________________________________________________

Any dietary requirements (Please note here)______________________________________________

2.Name of Guest: _______________________________________________________________________

Drink choice: __________________________________________________________________________

Main meal choice: _____________________________________________________________________

Any dietary requirements (Please note here or ‘nil’)_________________________________________

Speaker:  Haydn Bailey

Come and listen to our own medical practitioner, Haydn, with some useful tips on prolonging our existence.  Hopefully, healthily.

Also, join us in welcoming Bronwyn Kenny and Janet Rice as members of our club.

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Speaker:  David Pisoni

David will tell us about his long life in politics, its ups and downs.

We will also be inducting four Rotarians who are new to our club,  Alice Edge, Janet Rice, Bronwyn Kenny and Jo Baxter.

Speaker:  Will Chapman

Steps you can take to reduce the risks of financial scams and opportunities as a result of eased criteria for access to the Commonwealth Senior Health Care Card.

Speakers:   Heidi Unferdorben and John Kikkert

Heidi will speak on progress with getting peace poles into schools and other places and John will reflect on Hiroshima and its affect on world peace.

Speaker:  To be Advised

This is a member only event and we have been invited to join the Unley Road Traders for their Networking Event.  The event is free and nibbles and drinks will be provided.  This will not be a main meal.  If you are going to be hungry please eat before or after the meeting'

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT I ADVISE THE TRADERS ASSOCIATION BY CLOSE OF PLAY ON FRIDAY OF NUMBERS SO PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Speaker:   Jo Baxter

Come and hear from Jo, our member about the Rotary Action Group's Activities.

Substance abuse and addiction of illicit drugs is a global problem and can only be addressed by the joint efforts of all worldwide organizations including governments. 

In a combined, structured and sustained action, the mission of the Rotarian Action Group for Addiction Prevention is to strengthen those efforts by organizing an international group of Rotary specialists and activists to develop constructive plans of action to be used to initiate prevention of addiction and illicit drugs. 

Within Rotary the group will work to inform, stimulate, support and advise clubs and districts how to tackle the problem in a structural long-term manner, with vision and a strategy. They will offer Rotarians a quarterly newsletter, website and opportunities to interact and share ideas for awareness and prevention at conferences and conventions.

On Wednesday the 18th we have a Fund Raising BBQ at the Memorial Gardens.  Ken Haines and Paul Duke will be in attendance.  We need a coluple more volunteers to help with food preparation, cooking and serving.

Please advise Jerry by phone (0407 646 396) if you can help, soonest.

Attached is a run sheet for the event.

Speaker:       Mish Simpson

This year the Community Group is supporting SKER (Souther Koala and Echidna Rescue).  Further details can be found at https://www.sker.org.au/.

The unit receives no government funding.  Mish will speak about their activities.

Each year the Variety SA club provide a day at the Adelaide Zoo for the children at selected Special Needs Schools in the Adelaide region. They have moved from having one event covering all ages to two events in the year.

We need as many members as possible to help with the event.  Parking will be arranged at the Torrens PArade Ground and a code for entry will be provided nearer the event.  

If you cn help please accept the invitation.

Speaker:    David Middleton

Come and hear our own member David talking about investing.A completely unique guide to investing your hard-earned loot, Kissing the Frog translates the mystifying language of money into the language of classic fairy tales and nursery rhymes. the Butcher, the Baker and the Candlestick Maker are perfect mentors for identifying a profitable business and buying shares as investments, while Old King Cole is the perfect tale to simplify the benefits of direct investment versus mutual funds. Meanwhile, the three Little Pigs know all there is to know about building up a property investment portfolio! the myth of investing is simplified with a little fairytale magic.

Come along and join us on for a brief history lesson of the Goodwood region and its surroundings with Bronte Harrington.

Delve into the early days through Bronte’s captivating stories and experiences. Discover what life was like before the establishments of shops, railway, subway and the orphanage.

Retired Colonel Steve Larkin will be presentiong the history of the 27th Brigade from Unley in World War 1