Photo: Cherrybrook ​metro station by John Cowper 

Inside This Issue

Upcoming Events

Club Zoom Meetings
alternate with 
Springfield House

7:15pm for 7:30pm 

6:30pm for 7:00 pm

Mon 19 July 2021
Guest Speaker: Harold Sharp
ROMAC

Mon 26 July 2021
Guest Speaker: Faye Kitto
Days for Girls

Mon 2 August 2021
Induction of President and Board 2021-2022

Changeover Lunch  Sun 1 AUGUST 2021
Cancelled
Refund Processing

Pop-Up Book Sale
No dates until further notice

​Social Calendar May to July 2021

Sydney Youth Musical Theatre Friday 9th July at Hornsby RSL The Addams Family. Tickets $37 each Please contact Max Henderson if you would like to attend.
Postponed and refunded
Please contact Tony if you have not received a refund and is entitled to one.

Friendship Lunches/Dinners The next round of Friendship Lunches/Dinners is scheduled for around Weekend of 28th August. Please notify Tony Coote if you would like to be a host or a guest.

Tony Coote

​Duty Roster

If you are unable to be at the meeting please contact the person doing your role the following week/s, arrange a swap and advise Keith, so he can amend his records.
​Also, to avoid being rostered on, please notify Keith of any upcoming known absences (eg holidays) from meetings in the next twelve months.

President Keith's Report 12 July 2021

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Tonight, some 25 members and guests attended a Zoom Meeting Kylie Pike from North Sydney Health gave an excellent presentation on GPs in Schools.

Peter has been busy during the week, assembling a request for Grant from Foundation for NTA.

ARHF have announced a Hat Day in October to focus on Mental Health.  If we are Covid19 free by this time, perhaps it is a fun activity for a Club BBQ???
                LIFT THE LID WALK for Mental Health (liftthelidonmentalillness.com.au)

The Covid19 Lockdown may well impact on the Club Changeover.  I have not given up on the date yet but am concerned.(Editor - Event Postponed).

Next week Harold Sharp will present on ROMAC.  Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children assists/ organises for extremely sick children from overseas  to receive hospital treatment in Australia.

Stay Safe
Keith

 Night Report - 12 July 2021

David Turnball in his role Sergeant opened the meeting at 7.34pm. Colin McGowen was invited to give the toast- to Rotary, Australia and all the people doing the right thing in COVID times by getting vaccinated.

President’s Report:
President Keith welcomed everyone including our guest speaker, Kylie Pike and prospective member Alex Jugueta. It was noted that Alex was due to be inducted this week but this has been delayed due to lockdown. He advised a plan will be developed this week to determine how and when this will occur.
Sunday 1st August has been pencilled in for the deferred Changeover at Springfield House and we will monitor this based on ongoing developments and government advice in lite of the current COVID-19 situation in NSW. (Editor - Event Postponed).
It was noted that Jason Terry will be transferring his membership to the Rotary Club of Pennant Hills due to clashes with our Club’s Monday night meetings and his District Rotaract commitments.

Directors Reports:
David Turnbull reported on Foundation.  He advised he, Keith and Peter had submitted a District grant relating to NTA that Peter will elaborate on further in his report.

Carol Russell advised that membership is in good shape thanks to Tony Coote’s hardwork last year.  In the absence of Neville, she reported on Public Image to advise that the latest edition of Dooral Roundup has just been released and carries a story and photo on the Club’s Pride of Workmanship meeting.      

Peter Stanton gave an update on the International portfolio and advised the Club has submitted a District grant for 2021-22, entitled ‘Covid-19 Response to Schools and Rural Communities in East Indonesia’. Local communities are very vulnerable to the Covid 19 pandemic and NTA been very active in the field.  He also advised that the District grant “Feed Phuket” has been closed, and $1,000 has been transferred by District, to the Club’s accounts and will be forwarded to RC Patong Beach.
Cawas Sahukar, our Community Services Director advised he had nothing to report, but that the first committee meeting would be scheduled shortly.
 
Edwina Ruff reported that the Vocational team was yet to meet.  Given the COVID situation thought may be given again to certificates of recognition for local businesses who continue to trade (as per the Club’s 2020 initiative).
 
Rosemary Clarke reported on Youth Services, advising, the Santos Science Experience has been postponed until the September school holidays;  Harishan our RYPEN candidate has applied, with the Club’s endorsement, for the 2022 NYSF program; our club and Pennant Hills Rotary continue to support the Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook Rotaract Club; RYLA nominations are coming up soon and she hopes our club will be able to support two candidates – one from the Rotaract Club and the other drawn from the local community. 
 
Janelle Craig discussed Club Services, saying teams and tasks in this portfolio were bedding down nicely as we embark on the new Rotary year, but that changes in the current COVID situation meant we need to be adaptable to change in terms of meetings, speakers and rosters, and she thanked members as we work through this situation.  

Tony Coote reported on finances in his role of Treasurer.  He thanked those 23 members who had already paid their dues (most doing so for the full year) and encouraged others to follow their lead.  With his hat on as Social Director, he advised that Friendship meals are scheduled for mid-August (COVID dependent) and that 1 or 2 more hosts are still required (please contact him if you wish to take on this role).  There will be a Social Committee meeting on 27/07/2021 at the Coote’s residence or via zoom if lockdown necessitates.    
Max Henderson advised that Fundraising activities have been impacted by COVID with the July pop-up bookstall cancelled and viability of the August event to be determined if and when we have more advice on COVID restrictions/lockdown.   
 
Guest Speaker: Kylie Pike – GPs in Schools
Rosemary Clarke welcomed and introduced Kylie Pike our guest speaker for the evening.  Kylie is the Corporate Partnerships Manager for the Sydney North Health Network.  This not- for- profit organisation covers 9 LGAs in Sydney’s north and northern beaches.  It covers a range of health sectors and runs programs such as home support, immunisation, falls prevention and health literacy.  
However tonight Kylie joined us to discuss the ‘GPs in Schools’ program.
Kylie advised this program aims to encourage and empower Year 11 students to take responsibility for their own health, and to educate them on how and when to access health services. The program is delivered by trained general practitioners and nurses, at high schools for Year 11 students aged 15 – 17 in SNHN’s region.  The program is an evidence based, 3-hour intensive workshop conducted in small friendship/peer groups of approximately 15 students per facilitator, onsite at the school. It covers everything from physical health and activity, nutrition, relationships, drug & alcohol, Medicare and access to services, and mental health and wellbeing.  Kylie said that in the past 5 years the program has grown from 18 schools to 55 participating per annum.  In fact, both Pennant Hills High School and Cherrybrook Technology High School are due to participate this year (Pennant Hills 18/08/2021 and CTHS 25/10/2021).  Feedback from the 2019/2020 student evaluations were highly supportive of the program, revealing 97% of students had a better understanding on what services they can go to for health information or advice, while 93% felt more comfortable going to their doctor as a result of their participation in the program.
Rosemary asked what our club could do to support the program, to which Kylie responded, advising sponsorship, fundraising and access to networks would be of great assistance. The cost of operating the session at CTHS for example costs around $5000.
Rosemary thanked Kylie for addressing the club and providing insight into a needed and enriching program.  
 
Sgt David conducted another of his infamous True and False sessions,  and handed back to President Keith who reminded members that the next meeting on Monday 19/07/2021 will be a Zoom meeting with Harold Sharpe talking about ROMAC, while the Board will meet via Zoom on Wednesday night 14/07/2021. He also asked us to hold John Carauna and his family in our thoughts.

Janelle Craig
Night Reporter
 

R100 Garden

Three months have passed  since the formal “opening “ of our R100 garden at the RFS/Girl Guide site. With some tender love from Anne and Tim Sharpe who covered the garden with leaf mulch and Rosemary who often weeds it on her local walks, it is flourishing.
Every plant is doing well, the DG’s plant is flowering along with several others. When you are in the area pop in to check up on it. It adds to the attractiveness of Cherrybrook.

Westmead Institute of Medical Research
“COVID -19 Variants and Vaccines, the Lockdown update”
COVID-19: Variants & Vaccines, the Lockdown Update - YouTube      

The presentation was accurate as of 9th July 2021. Some widening of the age group acceptability for the AstraZeneca vaccine have been made since that presentation date.
The 2 main speakers were Internationally renowned experts in immunology and vaccine development, Professor Tony Cunningham and Professor Sarah Palmer.
I have attached a link to that presentation. It is well worth watching.
I also took some Notes and attach for those who only wish to get a quick grab - but the notes don’t do the presentation justice.

Kind Regards
Colin McGowan

HUNTER VALLEY TRIP PHOTOS

Sydney Rowing Club Lunch 20 June

26 members and Partners spent a relaxing lunch at Watergrill at Sydney Rowing Club on Sunday. The rain held off (mostly) so most of us took the ferry from Rydalmere to Abbotsford. Its an interesting trip and a bit different arriving by boat. The food was good, the grog was on the expensive side,  but overall it was fun and we would certainly go back. A special welcome to Alex and Jocelyn, who fitted into the group very well.

Jill and David Turnbull's 50 Anniversary

Photos from Coonabarabran

21 June Coonabarabran Presentation
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Pop-Up Book Sale now at Cherrybrook Uniting Sale
(waterproof since now indoors)
Next Sale:  Watch this Space

​Club Changeover at Springfield House - POSTPONED

TRIVIA NIGHT Saturday 18th September 2021



NTA Update Please follow this link to read

Friendship Dinners/Lunches
Photos from these events will be placed here

Vale

 Colin Gage PP 1993-1994 of this club

Welfare Report

Great News!! Peter Cleary is recovering well. All signs showing his internal organs are functioning normal.
He will be visiting a specialist in July to discuss operation of his gall bladder.

Ros Bushell (partner of Dick Bushell - ex-member of the club) is home after a bone marrow transplant. Although she suffered a blood clot in her lungs she is improving steadily. However, she is still very weak and require wheelchair support for external activities.
There will be chemo-therapy down the line.

Steve Baker is being diagnosed of suffering from Ocular Myasthenia Gravis. He started medication on 1st June. Responding to drugs well. Still have double vision.

Colin McGowan Shingles problem is still vexing but manageable.

Humour of the week

Rotaract - Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook Club
​Newsletter 30th March 2021

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Covid Safe food handling

Training is on-line and takes about 20 minutes – so a few could do it
https://www.foodauthority.nsw.gov.au/covid-19-awareness-food-service-training
 
The training has been developed for anyone working in NSW food retail and food service businesses and covers key measures recommended for COVID-19 control. Key topics addressed:
  • COVID-19 Introduction and background
  • Infection, signs and symptoms
  • Self-protective measures
  • Protective measures for premises and personal hygiene
  • Cleaning and sanitation practices
  • Social distancing measures
  • Record keeping.
The course is self-guided and will take participants approximately 20 minutes to complete.
There is a 20 question multiple-choice quiz at the end.
A ‘COVID-19 awareness for food service’ acknowledgement certificate will be emailed to all participants who complete the quiz.

... and We Should be Covid Safe at Our Activities

Centurion Program and Centurion Membership application

We are now in a new Rotary Year. Please consider renewing your Centurion membership, or if not already a member, why not make this the year to become a Centurion!!!

How you can become a Rotary Foundation Centurion?
Centurion Program Donation Instructions for WPHC Rotary Club - 2020.

Club Calendar

Editor's Note:  ​If you wish to download and print the Calendar please click here.
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Bulletin Editor - Douglas

Meetings
​Monday  6:30pm for 7:00pm - Springfield House - 245 New Line Road, Dural 2158
and Zoom Monday 7:15 for 7:30pm - on alternate weeks 
​- see Club Program for details.

Apologies
For Springfield meetings, If you are unable to attend or are bringing a guest (even if they are your partner) you must notify Julie.   Email  admin@altitudecapital.com.au before 1pm on the Thursday before the meeting.
​Please no communication via phone (either verbal or SMS)
If you are expected and do not show you will be required to pay for the meal.

Significant Club Fundraising Events during the year
TO BE UPDATED SOON

The Book Sale March 2020
As the result of a lot of hard work the March Book Sale was a great success, especially from  the organisers Andrew Little, Max Henderson, Neville Hansen and Rosemary Clarke. Funds raised exceeded $15,000.  Well done.
2019 Trivia Night

​The Club held a very successful trivia night on Saturday 17 August 2019 at the Cherrybrook Community Centre, raising near $6,600 all of which will go to assist drought relief. Click this link to read more. 


                       
 The Garage Sale 2019
We have just had our best and most successful Garage Sale on the weekend of 12 & 13 October raising a gross - north of $35k.

​Excellent Project Management and a large number of dedicated volunteers, some putting in hours of effort, in the weeks before the weekend contributed to this result.​​
Barbecues
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The club runs fund raising barbecues throughout the year, mainly at Bunnings  (both Dural and Thornleigh)  Here are Barry, Tony, Nick and David hard at work. at Thornleigh.. 

What it takes to be a Rotarian

There are members of the community who may have some misunderstandings about what it takes to be a Rotarian.
We are always looking for new members and, in fact, it is new people joining that keeps us alive as a Service club.  From time to time I hear people say things that make me think they don't consider joining or even visiting Rotary for all the wrong reasons.
​This article is about the things you don't need to join Rotary, and the things you do, just in case you are not sure.  The other thing you should know is that we are a very friendly bunch of men and women and we have a lot of fun, as well as achieving some pretty good things in the community.
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Don't need:
  • ​to be invited
  • to be of a certain age
  • to be male
  • to be a business person
  • to be retired
  • to attend meetings every week
  • to be available on weekends.

Must have:
  • ​a sense of humour
  • a willingness to give back to your community
  • a willingness to pitch in when required
  • some time available to help out on the occasional weekend event
  • an interest in the life of the West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook communities
  • a desire to contribute in some way to the running of the Club.

​If you would like to come along as a guest to see what it is all about just call either:-
President Keith (0478 599 155) or Tony (Membership) (0412 812 624) 

Club Details:
Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook meets every Monday for Dinner at Springfield House
Arrive 6:30pm  Start  7:00pm  End  9:00pm
245 New Line Rd
Dural NSW 2128 Australia
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