Photo: Cherrybrook metro station by John Cowper
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Multi Zone Meeting |
Monday 6th April, 2020 |
Vin and Nancy Cosgrove will present on a selection of experiences from the Vietnam War
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Richmond resident Vincent Cosgrove is a Vietnam veteran, was an educator in western Sydney schools, and is the developer of the Vietnam Veterans education program and is now the recipient of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division.
Beginning his degree at Armidale Teachers College, Mr Cosgrove was soon told he was going to complete a two-year long National Service stint in the Vietnam War. Eight months of his service was spent completing intense training in parts of NSW and QLD. He went on to spend the compulsory 365 days in the thick of the war as an infantry soldier. Returning to his teaching career, Mr Cosgrove taught for 36 years, 13 of which were spent as the principal of Whalan High School as well as various stints at other local schools. ‘‘My time as a teacher and a principal was both a challenging and rewarding experience,’’ he said. Mr Cosgrove and his wife Nancy now spend their retirement running the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia’s education program, which they developed together and now deliver at schools across the country. ‘‘It’s rewarding to be able to tell the students about the Vietnam War with a depth that teachers don’t necessarily have,’’ Mr Cosgrove said. ‘‘In the 10 or so years we have been doing these two-hour talks, we have done about 530 of them to around 50,000 Year 10 students.’’ ‘‘My wife has been a close support to me through everything and I was lucky enough to meet a woman who was ready and willing to support me in my endeavours for the past 45 years,’’ Mr Cosgrove said. |
2020 Anzac Dinner |
Mon 20 April 2020 |
Once again we have the opportunity to support our local Lions Club with their annual Anzac Dinner, which traditionally provided a good insight into the meaning of ANZAC.
It also provides the opportunity to meet another like-minded local community group, including other local Lion and Rotary club members.
We have been assured their Dinner Meeting Committee has worked hard to achieve improved arrangements at the Sports Club (venue) who are offering a better deal.
The dinner fee has been shaved to $44 and the quality of the meal improved.
We will circulate an Attendance List at upcoming meetings, please refer to Max Henderson with any enquiries.
It also provides the opportunity to meet another like-minded local community group, including other local Lion and Rotary club members.
We have been assured their Dinner Meeting Committee has worked hard to achieve improved arrangements at the Sports Club (venue) who are offering a better deal.
The dinner fee has been shaved to $44 and the quality of the meal improved.
We will circulate an Attendance List at upcoming meetings, please refer to Max Henderson with any enquiries.
2020 Change Over Dinner |
Sat 20th June 2020
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Recent Club Activities:
Rotary Giant Book Sale |
13, 14 & 15 March 2020 |
We have just finished our Book sale with amazing results considering the times.
We took in just over $15,000 so with costs that should give us $13,000 + we think.
The A Team of Andrew, Max and Neville worked so hard to oversee the whole event. Their energy is amazing.
My thanks to all the committee who worked extremely hard- Andrew, Max, Neville, George, Edwina, Margaret, Bev, Keith.
Special thanks to:
. Partners who worked many hours and provided goodies to eat
. Rotarians who served as drop off houses
. Bev with her priced books. A ton of work there.
. Mark at SMS for taking the recycling over many days
. Tom who provided his truck to move books and boxes to the container
. Frank, Neville’s friend with his tip truck - 1.6 tonnes to recycling
. Glenda and her band of helpers many from Probus. The food was fabulous and much appreciated
. Paul for organising and counting the money
. The adult children of members – Stewart, Ryan, Tammy, Michael, Zachary – hope I haven’t missed anyone.
. Peter and the Uniting church for allowing us to have access to the garage
. Carol with her publicity machine
...And.. To you, the Rotarian- Yahoo!!
I sincerely hope I have not missed anyone – my apologies if I have.
It was hard work but a pleasure to have a club that enjoys having fun and a laugh. The camaraderie was great.
Please pass this on to anyone whom I don’t have email addresses for.
Now we can have a well-earned rest. Thank you again.
Rosemary Clarke
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 Douglas, so he can amend his records.
Also, to avoid being rostered on, please notify Douglas of any upcoming known absences (eg holidays) from meetings in the next twelve months.
Also, to avoid being rostered on, please notify Douglas of any upcoming known absences (eg holidays) from meetings in the next twelve months.
President's Report 9 Mar 2020
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We had a quiet night with the highlight being Tony M giving a Job Talk on (mechanical) clocks. Some of you will know that I suffer a tinge from loving clocks. However Tony’s suffering/enjoyment is much more advanced. He has given his clocks names and has a little workshop, complete with lathe, in his garage to maintain and rejuvenate clocks that are poorly.
I had great pleasure in announcing that West Pennant Hills Combined Probus Club has indicated a donation to us of $850 to be used in the Coonabarabran Drought Relief fund. An excellent was held at the Sharpe’s residence last Friday. Those that attended finalised the attire for attending District Conference. The carbine guns and violin cases were well advanced. The finer details of trims for the hats and spats for the other end were discussed over several glasses of plonk. Did you know that Gino does not partake in Shiraz? Beware of the Hills Hoodies!!!! Rotary Rocks Keith |
Night Report - 9 Mar 2020
Tony Coote was sergeant for the evening and invited Rosemary to propose the Toast to begin proceedings, …. To Rotary Australia, the Book Fair and to those who have Toilet Paper!! (acknowledement of the Cononavirus)
President Keith welcomed us all and went on to note that work on the installation of containers at Galston for storage for the Club would begin on 3rd or 4th April.
Probus Club of West Pennant Hills donated $850 to our Club to be donated to Coonabarabran Rotary Club. Thanks to Stan for orchestrating.
Reports.
Tony Coote…. Reported that a working bee for restoration work on the BBQ would begin at the RFS site on Sunday 22nd March, and then move to Ricardo’s workshop at 24/7 Carrington Road at Castle Hill
Membership Committee are conducting another Survey of Club Members. 2 years since the last one, to guage feelings/thoughts of members and to assess our “happiness level” 100% involvement of members requested.
Max Henderson… Final bookings for the Book Sale Dinner on Saturday 14th called for. To be held at West Pennant Hills Sports Club.
Lions Club Anzac Dinner on 20th April at West Pennant Hills Sports Club, numbers attending required. Ricardo Bosi (Ret’d) is Guest Speaker. Our club familiar with Ricardo… he has spoken at our club previously.
Rosemary Clarke. Final sorting for the Book Sale is on Tuesday 10th. Rosemary outlined final plans and rosters for the 3 day event. Requested that everyone attend their allocated shift so that people do not become exhausted over the 3 days.
Opening hours for the sale at 9-5 on Friday and Saturday and 11 – 2 on the Sunday. Our volunteers to be there 8am and 10am respectively to prepare for the opening.
Rosemary thanked everyone who had acted as a Drop Off houses, and those who had (wo)manned the phone during the lead up.
A change in policy this year re pricing of books….. Childrens books would now be $1 each. All other books as for previous years….
Glenda Coote had requested contributions of cakes/slices/biscuits to supplement the kitchen to accommodate our workers over the 3 days. All donations gratefully received.
Looking ahead to next year’s Board Members…. She noted that Assembly for Board members would be held on Sunday April 19 at UWS Nirimba campus at Quakers Hill.
David Turnbull advised that he, Peter and Paul would be leaving on 23rd March for the anticipated Trip to India on the RAWC’s trip. They are currently awaiting appropriate Insurance for their trip.
Douglas Lam noted that on 17th May a Sunday Lunch would be held for Camp Quality kids at Lane Cove. Interested persons invited to support this.
He spoke of the importance of people attending to their allocated duties when Rostered on for a dinner meeting. If you are unable to attend, the general rule is that you arrange with someone else to cover for you. He thanked Edwina for stepping up to do the Photographers role on the evening.
On each table was a list of the jobs to be done for each meeting and he asked everyone to nominate what they are comfortable doing so that they can be allocated where best suits them and their skills.
With no Guest Speaker for the evening…. Tony Makin entertained us with stories of his favourite subject – CLOCKS. Tony is a very accomplished manufacturer of beautiful clocks, all of which he gives a name…. This is George, this is William, this is Gustav, and then there was Mattison, valued at some $17,000.. Very obvious that he puts lots of love and attention into his hobby and the results are beautiful pieces of furniture. Well done Tony.
George won the Raffle
Tony spent some time fining us all grandly and lots fun.
Heads and Tails won by John Tchetchenian
Keith reminded us that no meeting next week after the Book Sale, and that the Conference is on 20th/21st March in Wollongong.. 11 people attending.
Carol Russell.. Night Reporter.
President Keith welcomed us all and went on to note that work on the installation of containers at Galston for storage for the Club would begin on 3rd or 4th April.
Probus Club of West Pennant Hills donated $850 to our Club to be donated to Coonabarabran Rotary Club. Thanks to Stan for orchestrating.
Reports.
Tony Coote…. Reported that a working bee for restoration work on the BBQ would begin at the RFS site on Sunday 22nd March, and then move to Ricardo’s workshop at 24/7 Carrington Road at Castle Hill
Membership Committee are conducting another Survey of Club Members. 2 years since the last one, to guage feelings/thoughts of members and to assess our “happiness level” 100% involvement of members requested.
Max Henderson… Final bookings for the Book Sale Dinner on Saturday 14th called for. To be held at West Pennant Hills Sports Club.
Lions Club Anzac Dinner on 20th April at West Pennant Hills Sports Club, numbers attending required. Ricardo Bosi (Ret’d) is Guest Speaker. Our club familiar with Ricardo… he has spoken at our club previously.
Rosemary Clarke. Final sorting for the Book Sale is on Tuesday 10th. Rosemary outlined final plans and rosters for the 3 day event. Requested that everyone attend their allocated shift so that people do not become exhausted over the 3 days.
Opening hours for the sale at 9-5 on Friday and Saturday and 11 – 2 on the Sunday. Our volunteers to be there 8am and 10am respectively to prepare for the opening.
Rosemary thanked everyone who had acted as a Drop Off houses, and those who had (wo)manned the phone during the lead up.
A change in policy this year re pricing of books….. Childrens books would now be $1 each. All other books as for previous years….
Glenda Coote had requested contributions of cakes/slices/biscuits to supplement the kitchen to accommodate our workers over the 3 days. All donations gratefully received.
Looking ahead to next year’s Board Members…. She noted that Assembly for Board members would be held on Sunday April 19 at UWS Nirimba campus at Quakers Hill.
David Turnbull advised that he, Peter and Paul would be leaving on 23rd March for the anticipated Trip to India on the RAWC’s trip. They are currently awaiting appropriate Insurance for their trip.
Douglas Lam noted that on 17th May a Sunday Lunch would be held for Camp Quality kids at Lane Cove. Interested persons invited to support this.
He spoke of the importance of people attending to their allocated duties when Rostered on for a dinner meeting. If you are unable to attend, the general rule is that you arrange with someone else to cover for you. He thanked Edwina for stepping up to do the Photographers role on the evening.
On each table was a list of the jobs to be done for each meeting and he asked everyone to nominate what they are comfortable doing so that they can be allocated where best suits them and their skills.
With no Guest Speaker for the evening…. Tony Makin entertained us with stories of his favourite subject – CLOCKS. Tony is a very accomplished manufacturer of beautiful clocks, all of which he gives a name…. This is George, this is William, this is Gustav, and then there was Mattison, valued at some $17,000.. Very obvious that he puts lots of love and attention into his hobby and the results are beautiful pieces of furniture. Well done Tony.
George won the Raffle
Tony spent some time fining us all grandly and lots fun.
Heads and Tails won by John Tchetchenian
Keith reminded us that no meeting next week after the Book Sale, and that the Conference is on 20th/21st March in Wollongong.. 11 people attending.
Carol Russell.. Night Reporter.
Night Photos
This Week's Humour / Interesting Facts
Global Virus ALERT
Australia has raised its alert level from “No worries” to “She'll be alright, Mate.” Two more escalation levels remain: “Crikey! I think we'll need to cancel the barbie this weekend!” and “The barbie is cancelled.” So far, no situation has ever warranted use of the final escalation level.
The English are feeling the pinch in relation to recent virus threat and have therefore raised their threat level from “Miffed” to “Peeved.” Soon, though, level may be raised yet again to “Irritated” or even “A Bit Cross.”
The English have not been “A Bit Cross” since the blitz in 1940 when tea supplies nearly ran out.
The virus has been re-categorized from “Tiresome” to “A Bloody Nuisance.” The last time the British issued a “Bloody Nuisance” warning level was in 1588, when threatened by the Spanish Armada.
The Scots have raised their threat level from “Pissed Off” to “Let's Get the Bastard.” They don't have any other levels. This is the reason they have been used on the front line of the British army for the last 300 years.
The French government announced yesterday that it has raised its alert level from “Run” to “Hide.” The only two higher levels in France are “Collaborate” and “Surrender.” The rise was precipitated by a recent fire that destroyed France's white flag factory, effectively paralyzing the country's military capability.
Italy has increased the alert level from “Shout Loudly and Excitedly” to “Elaborate Military Posturing.” Two more levels remain: “Ineffective Combat Operations” and “Change Sides.”
The Germans have increased their alert state from “Disdainful Arrogance” to “Dress in Uniform and Sing Marching Songs.” They also have two higher levels: “Invade a Neighbour” and “Lose.”
Belgians, on the other hand, are all on holiday as usual; the only threat they are worried about is NATO pulling out of Brussels.
The Spanish are all excited to see their new submarines ready to deploy. These beautifully designed subs have glass bottoms so the new Spanish navy can get a really good look at the old Spanish navy.
Thanks Jim
Australia has raised its alert level from “No worries” to “She'll be alright, Mate.” Two more escalation levels remain: “Crikey! I think we'll need to cancel the barbie this weekend!” and “The barbie is cancelled.” So far, no situation has ever warranted use of the final escalation level.
The English are feeling the pinch in relation to recent virus threat and have therefore raised their threat level from “Miffed” to “Peeved.” Soon, though, level may be raised yet again to “Irritated” or even “A Bit Cross.”
The English have not been “A Bit Cross” since the blitz in 1940 when tea supplies nearly ran out.
The virus has been re-categorized from “Tiresome” to “A Bloody Nuisance.” The last time the British issued a “Bloody Nuisance” warning level was in 1588, when threatened by the Spanish Armada.
The Scots have raised their threat level from “Pissed Off” to “Let's Get the Bastard.” They don't have any other levels. This is the reason they have been used on the front line of the British army for the last 300 years.
The French government announced yesterday that it has raised its alert level from “Run” to “Hide.” The only two higher levels in France are “Collaborate” and “Surrender.” The rise was precipitated by a recent fire that destroyed France's white flag factory, effectively paralyzing the country's military capability.
Italy has increased the alert level from “Shout Loudly and Excitedly” to “Elaborate Military Posturing.” Two more levels remain: “Ineffective Combat Operations” and “Change Sides.”
The Germans have increased their alert state from “Disdainful Arrogance” to “Dress in Uniform and Sing Marching Songs.” They also have two higher levels: “Invade a Neighbour” and “Lose.”
Belgians, on the other hand, are all on holiday as usual; the only threat they are worried about is NATO pulling out of Brussels.
The Spanish are all excited to see their new submarines ready to deploy. These beautifully designed subs have glass bottoms so the new Spanish navy can get a really good look at the old Spanish navy.
Thanks Jim
Smart Dog
A butcher notices a dog in his shop. He shoos him away. But later, he notices the dog is back again.
So he goes over to the dog, and notices he has a note in his mouth. He takes the note, which reads: “I need 12 sausages and a leg of lamb, please. The dog has money in his mouth, as well.” The butcher looks inside and, lo and behold, he finds the money for the order there. So he takes the money, and puts the sausages and lamb in a bag, placing it in the dog’s mouth.
The butcher is impressed, and since it’s close to closing time, he decides to shut up shop and follow the dog.
So off he goes. The dog is walking down the street, when he comes to an intersection. The dog puts down the bag, jumps up and presses the button for the walk signal. Then he waits patiently, bag in mouth, for the lights to turn. They do, and he walks across the road, with the butcher following him all the way.
The dog then comes to a bus stop, and starts looking at the timetable. The butcher is in awe at this stage. The dog checks out the times, and then sits on one of the seats provided. Along comes a bus. The dog walks around the front, looks at the number, and goes back to his seat. Another bus comes, again the dog goes and looks at the number, notices it’s the right bus, and climbs on.
The butcher, by now open-mouthed, follows him onto the bus.
The bus travels through the town and out into the suburbs, the dog looking at the scenery. Eventually he gets up, and moves to the front of the bus. He stands on two back paws and pushes the button to stop the bus. Then he gets off, his groceries still in his mouth.
Well, dog and butcher are walking along the road, and then the dog turns into house. He walks up the path, and drops the groceries on the step. Then he walks back down the path, takes a big run, and throws himself against the door. He goes back down the path, runs up to the door and throws himself against it again.
There’s no answer at the house, so the dog goes back down the path, jumps up on a narrow wall, and walks along the perimeter of the garden. He gets to an open window, barks several times, walks back, jumps off, and waits at the door.
The butcher watches as a big guy opens the door, and starts laying into the dog, yelling at him and swearing at him.
The butcher runs up and stops the guy. “What in the world are you doing ? The dog is a genius. He could be on TV, for heavens sake!”
To which the guy responds: “Clever, my ass?! This is the second time this week that he’s forgotten his key.”
Thanks Keith
Manure.. An interesting fact.
Manure : In the 16th and 17th centuries, everything for export had to be transported by ship. It was also before the invention of commercial fertilizers, so large shipments of manure were quite common.
It was shipped dry, because in dry form it weighed a lot less than when wet, but once water (at sea) hit it, not only did it become heavier, but the process of fermentation began again, of which a by-product is methane gas. As the stuff was stored below decks in bundles you can see what could (and did) happen. Methane began to build up below decks and the first time someone came below at night with a lantern, BOOOOM!
Several ships were destroyed in this manner before it was determined just what was happening.
After that, the bundles of manure were always stamped with the instruction ' Stow high in transit ' on them, which meant for the sailors to stow it high enough off the lower decks so that any water that came into the hold would not touch this "volatile" cargo and start the production of methane.
Thus evolved the term ' S.H.I.T ' , (Stow High In Transit) ,…………. “So it’s really not a swear word.”
which has come down through the centuries and is in use to this very day.
You probably did not know the true history of this word.
Neither did I.
I had always thought it was a golfing term.
Thanks Kerry
A butcher notices a dog in his shop. He shoos him away. But later, he notices the dog is back again.
So he goes over to the dog, and notices he has a note in his mouth. He takes the note, which reads: “I need 12 sausages and a leg of lamb, please. The dog has money in his mouth, as well.” The butcher looks inside and, lo and behold, he finds the money for the order there. So he takes the money, and puts the sausages and lamb in a bag, placing it in the dog’s mouth.
The butcher is impressed, and since it’s close to closing time, he decides to shut up shop and follow the dog.
So off he goes. The dog is walking down the street, when he comes to an intersection. The dog puts down the bag, jumps up and presses the button for the walk signal. Then he waits patiently, bag in mouth, for the lights to turn. They do, and he walks across the road, with the butcher following him all the way.
The dog then comes to a bus stop, and starts looking at the timetable. The butcher is in awe at this stage. The dog checks out the times, and then sits on one of the seats provided. Along comes a bus. The dog walks around the front, looks at the number, and goes back to his seat. Another bus comes, again the dog goes and looks at the number, notices it’s the right bus, and climbs on.
The butcher, by now open-mouthed, follows him onto the bus.
The bus travels through the town and out into the suburbs, the dog looking at the scenery. Eventually he gets up, and moves to the front of the bus. He stands on two back paws and pushes the button to stop the bus. Then he gets off, his groceries still in his mouth.
Well, dog and butcher are walking along the road, and then the dog turns into house. He walks up the path, and drops the groceries on the step. Then he walks back down the path, takes a big run, and throws himself against the door. He goes back down the path, runs up to the door and throws himself against it again.
There’s no answer at the house, so the dog goes back down the path, jumps up on a narrow wall, and walks along the perimeter of the garden. He gets to an open window, barks several times, walks back, jumps off, and waits at the door.
The butcher watches as a big guy opens the door, and starts laying into the dog, yelling at him and swearing at him.
The butcher runs up and stops the guy. “What in the world are you doing ? The dog is a genius. He could be on TV, for heavens sake!”
To which the guy responds: “Clever, my ass?! This is the second time this week that he’s forgotten his key.”
Thanks Keith
Manure.. An interesting fact.
Manure : In the 16th and 17th centuries, everything for export had to be transported by ship. It was also before the invention of commercial fertilizers, so large shipments of manure were quite common.
It was shipped dry, because in dry form it weighed a lot less than when wet, but once water (at sea) hit it, not only did it become heavier, but the process of fermentation began again, of which a by-product is methane gas. As the stuff was stored below decks in bundles you can see what could (and did) happen. Methane began to build up below decks and the first time someone came below at night with a lantern, BOOOOM!
Several ships were destroyed in this manner before it was determined just what was happening.
After that, the bundles of manure were always stamped with the instruction ' Stow high in transit ' on them, which meant for the sailors to stow it high enough off the lower decks so that any water that came into the hold would not touch this "volatile" cargo and start the production of methane.
Thus evolved the term ' S.H.I.T ' , (Stow High In Transit) ,…………. “So it’s really not a swear word.”
which has come down through the centuries and is in use to this very day.
You probably did not know the true history of this word.
Neither did I.
I had always thought it was a golfing term.
Thanks Kerry
Club Calendar
Editor's Note: If you wish to download and print the Calendar please click here.
Bulletin Editor - Neville
Meetings |
Monday 6:30pm for 7:00pm - Springfield House - 245 New Line Road, Dural 2158 |
Apologies |
If you are unable to attend or are bringing a guest (even if they are your partner) you must notify Julie.
Email [email protected] before 1pm on the Friday before the meeting. Please no communication via phone (either verbal or SMS) |
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If you are expected and do not show you will be required to pay for the meal.
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Centurion Program and Centurion Membership application
Assistance for Bushfire Victims and Firefighters
The Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook have discussed a number of options to assist our Bushfire victims and Firefighters. The NSW and VIC Governments are indicating they do not want any more physical donations of goods as they are overwhelmed and are recommending donating cash.
If you would like to donate, attached is the link to the RAWCS (Rotary Australia World Community Service) page where you can donate through Rotary and as always, what you give is what will be delivered. No overheads.
https://rawcs.org.au/
If you would like to donate through other organisations, then the Sydney Morning Herald had an article on Sunday 5th Jan, with a number of reputable organisations.
https://www.smh.com.au/…/here-s-how-you-can-help-australia-…
As always, thank you for your support, Happy New Year and give generously.
If you would like to donate, attached is the link to the RAWCS (Rotary Australia World Community Service) page where you can donate through Rotary and as always, what you give is what will be delivered. No overheads.
https://rawcs.org.au/
If you would like to donate through other organisations, then the Sydney Morning Herald had an article on Sunday 5th Jan, with a number of reputable organisations.
https://www.smh.com.au/…/here-s-how-you-can-help-australia-…
As always, thank you for your support, Happy New Year and give generously.
Events of Interest by other Clubs
OPERA IN THE ARBORETUM - ROTARY CLUB OF WOY WOY - 28 Mar
Rotary Zone 8 Public Image Newsletter - January 2020
Rotary Club of Brisbane Water - Titanic Dinner - 18 Apr
The BOBO - Bobin Head Cycle Classic - 29 Mar
Halfway Around the World in 36 days
Coonabarabran is hosting:
"The Dark Sky Awakens Festival - 8-10 May 2020
A Celebration of everything Star Wars"
If interested please contact Max Henderson, looks like we could make this a great weekend away. Once we have numbers we can look at accommodation options etc.
Dark Sky Awakens Festival The Science Of Starwars - Coonabarabran - 8 to 10 May
Have a look at the Program for the Weekend
"The Dark Sky Awakens Festival - 8-10 May 2020
A Celebration of everything Star Wars"
If interested please contact Max Henderson, looks like we could make this a great weekend away. Once we have numbers we can look at accommodation options etc.
Dark Sky Awakens Festival The Science Of Starwars - Coonabarabran - 8 to 10 May
Have a look at the Program for the Weekend
Significant Club Fundraising Events during the year
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The Book Sale March 2020
As the result of a lot of hard work the MarchBook 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.
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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. |
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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. |
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Barbecues
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.
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.
Don't need:
Must have:
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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