Photo: Cherrybrook metro station by John Cowper
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Upcoming Events
Club Zoom Meetings
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Mon 16 November 2020 - at Springfield House
Steve Wagner
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Bev will have Masks for sale if you don't have one yet
for the special price of $5.00
There will also be limited addition Christmas masks, also only $5.00
for the special price of $5.00
There will also be limited addition Christmas masks, also only $5.00
Mon 23 November 2020 - on Zoom
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Susan
Carmen Drive Pharmacy |
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Mon 30 November 2020 - at Springfield House
Youth Night
Hosted by Janelle
Partners Night
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.
Also, to avoid being rostered on, please notify Keith of any upcoming known absences (eg holidays) from meetings in the next twelve months.
Pres. Rosemary's Report - 16 November 2020
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Yeah!!! We had our first Face to Face meeting on Monday and the buzz in the room was amazing! Everyone was so happy to be meeting again even with Covid restrictions. It only took 9 months!! We welcomed Ross and Helen Ballinger, Tom Westcott and Annette, Ros Hogan, Bob Whyms and Jason Terry plus 10 partners.
Both Ross and Tom were made honorary members of our club – a well-deserved recognition. Steve Wagner informed us of his work in the National Parks and Wildlife particularly in the Sydney region. The sad facts and figures from last summer’s bush fires will be with us for a while. Douglas pleaded for people to respond to emails and I concur with him. If an email is sent, please respond either with a yay or a nay. It is common manners. Please remember the Trees of Joy in Cherrybrook Village and Westleigh Village and thanks to all those who are collecting gifts. Our next face to face meeting is our annual Youth night. It is promising to be a great night with 20 guests so far! Katherine, our Youth Exchange student, has returned from Austria and we look forward to hearing of her exploits. We will also have an opportunity to meet some members of the Provisional Rotaract club of Pennant Hills – Cherrybrook as well as out RYPEN student. Our Christmas meeting is on Monday 14 December so please let Tony Cote know if you will attend. We need numbers before we can commit to this fun event. Next week 23 November will be our usual Zoom meeting at 7:30pm. Until then, stay safe, stay healthy and enjoy the lead up to Christmas. Rosemary |
Night Report - 16 November 2020
- Max Henderson called the meeting to order at 7.10pm. The delay could be attributed to the fact we were meeting face to face for the first time since March and recognition of members was a bit of a challenge. He reminded members of the need to be COVID compliant
- Bob Davison proposed the toast to Australia, Rotary and those who are working on production of a COVID 19 vaccine
- President Rosemary welcomed all including guests Ros Hogan, Bob Whyms, Jason Terry and mentioned this was the first meeting our newest member, Anna Vaas, had attended face to face. Partners were also welcomed along with Tom and Annette Westcott and Ross and Helen Ballinger (see later)
- President Rosemary’s Rotary fact was that October 24th was World Polio Day and she mentioned the wonderful work Rotary has done in working towards eradication of this insidious disease
- Tony Coote, Social, advised Friendship Lunches were proceeding well; please advise him by this Friday if you will be attending Kris Kringle; the car rally will be held on Sunday 29th November, Alan Paynter will be sending an email with details so please respond if you will be attending; Saturday 23rd January 2021 will be the President’s Lunch at Chateau Rosemary, more details to follow
- Wearing his Membership hat Tony advised there will be a new run of business cards so please let him know if you need any more
- Peter Stanton, International, gave an update on the NTA project in East Timor including how they are dealing with the challenges of COVID. He advised the Board had approved a donation of $3000 which will be included with a similar amount from Lane Cove Rotary and therefore qualify for a District Grant of $6000 resulting in a total of $12000 being given
- Community - in Colin Sharpe’s absence Rosemary advised the Tree of Joy at Westleigh was going well and the Tree Wall at Cherrybrook had now started. Tuesday 15th December is sorting day but unlike previous years it will be held in multiple locations. Between $6000 and $7000 has been raised from the sale of masks. Stan basely advised that Inner Wheel had donated 19 Pamper Packs for Coonabarrabran
- Carol Russell provided a description of her role as Club Image Director and mentioned The Dooral Roundup as a publication that gives us plenty of coverage and made particular reference to the recognition of those businesses that remained open during the COVID challenges
- Douglas Lam, Club Service, asked members to respond to emails indicating whether or not they are available for service activities – both positive and negative responses are required. He advised he recently sent 40 emails and only received 6 responses. [This is a simple courtesy and we should all be able to assist Douglas in this – I am as guilty as anyone]. Next Bunnings Barbecues are on the 28th November and 13th December
- Jason Terry, Rotoract President, invited members to the Rotoract Christmas Party to be held at the Pennant Hills Hotel on 1st December starting 7pm. Please let him know if you will be attending
In recognition of their contribution to the Club over many years, on behalf of the Club, President Rosemary presented Honorary Memberships to Tom Westcott and Ross Ballinger. Neville spoke to Tom’s membership and reminded us of the contribution Tom has made in particular regarding the Garage Sale and it’s fair to say the Sale would not have been as successful without Tom’s input both physically and conceptually.
Tony Makin spoke regarding Ross and reminded members of Ross’s many Directorships in the club, including President, and of his contribution as the club’s historian – a role he seems to be wanting to pass on to someone else.
Both Tom and Ross are multiple Paul Harris Fellows and have provided great service to this club and Rotary in general. It was fitting that Annette and Helen were included because we all know it can’t be done without the support of our partners.
Guest Speaker
Our Guest Speaker, Steve Wagner from the National Parks and Wildlife Service was introduced by Tony Coote.
- Steve escorts visitors to National Parks on walks and tracks explaining all about the flora and fauna
- He mentioned how popular these activities were, particularly with school students
- National Parks cover some 10% of NSW and during the recent fires approximately 37% of national parks were burnt out
- The fires were fierce with an estimated temperature of 3700 degrees C being recorded in the heart of the Wollemi fire
- Fires of that intensity burn approx. 1 metre under the ground meaning there is no seed left for regeneration
- Given the number of national parks surrounding Sydney we were lucky the fires didn’t come into the greater metropolitan area
- The parks have remained open during the COVID crisis and this has been beneficial for the wellbeing of the parks as people visit but cannot camp overnight. It has also helped to keep people moving, ie healthy
- Native animals suffered greatly during the fires with the koala population dropping from an estimated 2 million to 30000. He mentioned that the much maligned flying fox is the great pollinator of the forests and its population was also severly diminished by the fires
- Of course 12 months of drought preceded the fires which contributed to their being so intense and destructive
- National Park rangers teach school children about the land and how to survive using aboriginal knowledge. He commented that many young children are scared of the bush, never having been out of the city
- President Rosemary reminded members about the Youth Night on the 30th November and mentioned 20 visitors were already attending
- Our next meeting on the 23rd will be via Zoom
Night Reporter
Jim Simpson
Photos from the Meeting
Car Run on 29th November
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Here is a great opportunity to get out of the house and enjoy the open air with your Rotary friends.
Join us on a scenic drive around the Hawkesbury River area. We are restricted to 30 people so please book in advance. Meet at Dural Putt Putt Cnr. of Cranstons Rd and Old Northern Rd at 10. 30am for coffee. Leave Putt Putt by 11.00am Turn left into Old Northern Road , heading towards Wisemans Ferry. Turn left into Wisemans Ferry Road at Maroota. Turn right into Cliftonville Road which takes you down to the river. Turn left at River Road (at bottom of hill) Follow river on River Road to Sackville North, Sackville North Fire Station on your left. Turn left onto Sackville Road. At South Maroota turn right onto Wisemans Ferry Road, heading south. Passing Riverside Oaks Golf Club on your right. Shortly on your right turn into Cattai National Park. (BEFORE Cattai Creek) Purchase entry ticket from machine $8.00 Follow Road to end where there are several large shelter sheds and toilets. This is our lunch stop. BYO everything to eat and drink plus chairs. There is plenty of room to social distance. After lunch you can make your own way home, either by Cattai Road and Cattai Ridge Road and Pitt Town Road or even Boundary Road if you want to see where Sydney is developing. Have a great day , Drive slowly along the windy River Road and stay safe. Alan |
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Editors Notes
Please book by contacting Alan on his mobile phone
Attached is a link to a map of the proposed car run
Note it is a large file. (In testing I failed the first time, and succeeded the second)
Please book by contacting Alan on his mobile phone
Attached is a link to a map of the proposed car run
Note it is a large file. (In testing I failed the first time, and succeeded the second)
Our article in the Latest Dooral Roundup - thanks Carol
NTA November Monitoring Visit
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Rotaract - Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook Provisional Club
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Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Provisional Rotaract Club
Christmas Party - 1st December
Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Provisional Rotaract Club would like to announce that we are having a Christmas Party on the 1st of December at Pennant Hills Hotel. We have a Limit of 30 people due to COVID-19 restrictions. This is a social night.
Hotel Pennant Hills
(352 pennant Hills Road) - parking at the back of the building
Food and drink is not provided but please feel free to purchase food and drink at the bar and bistro nearby
If you are interested please let me know if you are interested in coming and send an email or call me on
Jason: [email protected] or , 0468 302 202 and the club on [email protected]
Hotel Pennant Hills
(352 pennant Hills Road) - parking at the back of the building
Food and drink is not provided but please feel free to purchase food and drink at the bar and bistro nearby
If you are interested please let me know if you are interested in coming and send an email or call me on
Jason: [email protected] or , 0468 302 202 and the club on [email protected]
Covid-19 and the Club
Our Club Needs Training - Please Volunteer
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:
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.
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.
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.
How you can become a Rotary Foundation Centurion?
Centurion Program Donation Instructions for WPHC Rotary Club - 2020.
This Week's Humour
British Humour
BRITISH HUMOR IS DIFFERENT
These are classified ads, which were actually placed in U.K. Newspapers:
FREE YORKSHIRE TERRIER.
8 years old,
Hateful little bastard.
Bites!
FREE PUPPIES
1/2 Cocker Spaniel, 1/2 sneaky neighbor's dog.
FREE PUPPIES.
Mother is a Kennel Club registered German Shepherd.
Father is a Super Dog, able to leap tall fences in a single bound.
COWS, CALVES: NEVER BRED.
Also 1 gay bull for sale.
JOINING NUDIST COLONY !
Must sell washer and dryer £100.
WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE .
Worn once by mistake.
Call Stephanie.
**** And the WINNER is... ****
FOR SALE BY OWNER.
Complete set of Encyclopedia Britannica, 45 volumes.
Excellent condition, £200 or best offer. No longer needed, got married, wife knows everything.
Statement of the Century
Thought from the Greatest Living Scottish Thinker--BillyConnolly. "If women are so bloody perfect at multitasking, how come they can't have a headache and sex at the same time?"
PASS IT AROUND AND MAKE SOMEONE LAUGH
Due to current economic conditions the light at the end of the tunnel has been turned off.
These are classified ads, which were actually placed in U.K. Newspapers:
FREE YORKSHIRE TERRIER.
8 years old,
Hateful little bastard.
Bites!
FREE PUPPIES
1/2 Cocker Spaniel, 1/2 sneaky neighbor's dog.
FREE PUPPIES.
Mother is a Kennel Club registered German Shepherd.
Father is a Super Dog, able to leap tall fences in a single bound.
COWS, CALVES: NEVER BRED.
Also 1 gay bull for sale.
JOINING NUDIST COLONY !
Must sell washer and dryer £100.
WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE .
Worn once by mistake.
Call Stephanie.
**** And the WINNER is... ****
FOR SALE BY OWNER.
Complete set of Encyclopedia Britannica, 45 volumes.
Excellent condition, £200 or best offer. No longer needed, got married, wife knows everything.
Statement of the Century
Thought from the Greatest Living Scottish Thinker--BillyConnolly. "If women are so bloody perfect at multitasking, how come they can't have a headache and sex at the same time?"
PASS IT AROUND AND MAKE SOMEONE LAUGH
Due to current economic conditions the light at the end of the tunnel has been turned off.
Club Calendar
Editor's Note: If you wish to download and print the Calendar please click here.
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Bulletin Editor - Bob
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 [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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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 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.
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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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