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Upcoming Events
Monday 2nd December
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Ros Hogan is the Attendance Officer for face-to-face meetings at The Vicar. If bringing a partner or not able to attend, please notify Ros via email by 6:00pm on the Sunday prior to a face-to-face meeting.
Note: Meeting Times The Vicar - 6:30 for 7:00pm start Zoom Meeting - 7:15 for 7:30pm start
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Some Rotary Articles that may be of interest ...
Editor:
- I have kept the Polio articles at they are relevant to this week.
- Have included an article on Royal Flying Doctor Service further down this page.
Special episode of Rotary Matters |
15 October 2024 |
Enterprising Sydneysider Mark Anderson explains the highly successful Train Ride to End Polio. Next one is Thursday 24 October 2024. Ride 190 stations in one day or join the train at your station for as many stops as you want. We will ride the train to every railway station in Sydney to raise funds to END POLIO NOW. It used to be that trains were part of the polio problem, as they gave the poliovirus the perfect way to rapidly spread far and wide. Then, in 2001, trains became part of the solution, with all children aboard Indian trains being immunised. Now, Pakistan has adopted the same strategy, helping to ensure that no child is left unvaccinated. Over the past six years, there has been an All-Stations Challenge in the Sydney Metropolitan area, along with several other cities in Australia and New Zealand, to raise money for the Rotary END POLIO NOW Campaign. The Sydney event have raised over $660,000 — and that’s before the Gates 2:1 match
More photos at train to end polio - Google Search
IAN STUART
Rotary Matters
On Air - Friday 3pm to 4pm
Flying Doctor History
The "mantle of safety" for Australia's remote communities
Call for help for the Flying Doctor
The Flying Doctor takes flight
In 1927, a Presbyterian Pastor by the name of Reverend John Flynn founded The Flying Doctor. Flynn’s vision was to put a ‘mantle of safety’ around the people of Australia’s remote communities, after he witnessed their daily struggles first-hand.
The idea of using aviation to bring medical help to the outback came in a letter Flynn received in 1917. The letter’s author was Lieutenant Clifford Peel, an enthusiastic young medical student, airman and war hero. Peel was shot down in France at the age of just 24. Sadly, he never knew he provided the blueprint for what would become one of the world’s first aeromedical services.
The seed of Peel’s idea took root. It took Flynn 10 long years of tireless campaigning to turn his vision into reality. He held firm to the belief that ‘if you start something worthwhile, nothing can stop it.’
Meeting Alfred Traeger was instrumental in the establishment and early success of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia. Traeger had an interest in radio for much of his life. During the 1920s, he was contacted by Rev John Flynn to assist in experiments which were to enable remote families access to medical treatment by using radio equipment. Traeger consequently developed the Pedal Radio which was a radio transmitter-receiver powered by a pedal-driven generator.
A bequest from long-time supporter, HV McKay, gave Flynn his opportunity to get a Flying Doctor Service airborne. After meeting Hudson Fysh, founder of a fledgling airline called QANTAS, Flynn signed an agreement to lease a bi-plane called ‘Victory’, and operate an aerial ambulance from Cloncurry, Queensland.
The idea of using aviation to bring medical help to the outback came in a letter Flynn received in 1917. The letter’s author was Lieutenant Clifford Peel, an enthusiastic young medical student, airman and war hero. Peel was shot down in France at the age of just 24. Sadly, he never knew he provided the blueprint for what would become one of the world’s first aeromedical services.
The seed of Peel’s idea took root. It took Flynn 10 long years of tireless campaigning to turn his vision into reality. He held firm to the belief that ‘if you start something worthwhile, nothing can stop it.’
Meeting Alfred Traeger was instrumental in the establishment and early success of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia. Traeger had an interest in radio for much of his life. During the 1920s, he was contacted by Rev John Flynn to assist in experiments which were to enable remote families access to medical treatment by using radio equipment. Traeger consequently developed the Pedal Radio which was a radio transmitter-receiver powered by a pedal-driven generator.
A bequest from long-time supporter, HV McKay, gave Flynn his opportunity to get a Flying Doctor Service airborne. After meeting Hudson Fysh, founder of a fledgling airline called QANTAS, Flynn signed an agreement to lease a bi-plane called ‘Victory’, and operate an aerial ambulance from Cloncurry, Queensland.
Up, up and away
Our original name was the Australian Aerial Medical Service. We’d soon change our name to The Flying Doctor Service of Australia. Our inaugural flight took off on the morning of 17 May 1928. An emergency call came in from the Julia Creek Bush Nursing Home, some 60 miles from Cloncurry. Pilot, Arthur Affleck, and Dr Kenyon St Vincent Welch took off in a single engine De Haviland 50 bi-plane. The two patients that Dr Welch operated on that day both survived. The legend of the Flying Doctor was born.
To see more visit History | RFDS | Dubbo Visitor Centre
Thanks to you, they are never alone.
Norwest Sunrise: The Magic of Rotary Gala |
Robert Bredin |
Greetings All
*** EXCITING NEWS ***
Coming up on Wednesday 20 November, we are having a special 'The Magic of Rotary Gala' Dinner at Rydges, Norwest, a celebration of Rotary and the incredible difference we make together across the globe. On this special evening, we will come together to honour the profound work of the Rotary Foundation.
As we celebrate the accomplishments of the Rotary Foundation, the Gala will also highlight the “Magic" that happens when Rotarians unite—turning dreams into reality for those in need.
Our distinguished guest speaker is Ms Noémie Fox - 2024 Paris Olympic Gold Medalist. She will be interviewed by Sydney Morning Herald sports journalist Tom Decent.
The evening will have a magical atmosphere filled with inspiring stories, entertainment, gourmet dining, and camaraderie.
Be a part of the magic. Together, we can continue to make lasting change in the world.
This is a joint initiative of the Rotary Clubs of Castle Hill, Norwest Sunrise and Kenthurst as well as Rotary District 9685.
The Trybooking Link for bookings is www.trybooking.com/CVGYT or just use the QR Code.
There are tables you can sign onto. If you would like a table of 10 ($95/person), please call/text me on 0425 233 783 and tell me the name you want on your table so that your group can book. Alternatively, if you do not have a table of 10 individual bookings are acceptable. You can choose a table to join at the time of booking.
Invite non-Rotarians along too.
*** EXCITING NEWS ***
Coming up on Wednesday 20 November, we are having a special 'The Magic of Rotary Gala' Dinner at Rydges, Norwest, a celebration of Rotary and the incredible difference we make together across the globe. On this special evening, we will come together to honour the profound work of the Rotary Foundation.
As we celebrate the accomplishments of the Rotary Foundation, the Gala will also highlight the “Magic" that happens when Rotarians unite—turning dreams into reality for those in need.
Our distinguished guest speaker is Ms Noémie Fox - 2024 Paris Olympic Gold Medalist. She will be interviewed by Sydney Morning Herald sports journalist Tom Decent.
The evening will have a magical atmosphere filled with inspiring stories, entertainment, gourmet dining, and camaraderie.
Be a part of the magic. Together, we can continue to make lasting change in the world.
This is a joint initiative of the Rotary Clubs of Castle Hill, Norwest Sunrise and Kenthurst as well as Rotary District 9685.
The Trybooking Link for bookings is www.trybooking.com/CVGYT or just use the QR Code.
There are tables you can sign onto. If you would like a table of 10 ($95/person), please call/text me on 0425 233 783 and tell me the name you want on your table so that your group can book. Alternatively, if you do not have a table of 10 individual bookings are acceptable. You can choose a table to join at the time of booking.
Invite non-Rotarians along too.
Regards
Robert
Robert Bredin
Vocation Director 2024-2025
District 9685 Club Visioning Chair and RLI team member
Zone 8 Club Specialist in Club Strategic Planning
Robert
Robert Bredin
Vocation Director 2024-2025
District 9685 Club Visioning Chair and RLI team member
Zone 8 Club Specialist in Club Strategic Planning
Cherrybrook Technology High School is hosting a Fundraising Night on Saturday, October 26th, to raise money for its sister school in Papua New Guinea, Sogeri National School of Excellence. All profits from this fundraising night will go towards building and improving their boarding accommodation and sporting facilities.
Sogeri National School of Excellence has 641 students, and 31 staff within the school. Students from across Papua New Guinea are selected to attend based on academic merit, often requiring them to leave their homes and families. The school's housing, dormitory accommodations, and sporting facilities are in need of improvement. Your attendance will help provide these essential resources, giving the students a much-needed sense of comfort and support while they are away from home.
Join us for an unforgettable event filled with excitement and fun! Enjoy a variety of games and trivia that will challenge and entertain, while being captivated by great public school entertainment. Don’t miss out on the chance to win amazing door and raffle prizes. Plus, get ready to excite your tastebuds with delicious Sri Lankan delights made with care by Jaya's Kitchen, a catering company owned by a CTHS family!
This is an event you won’t want to miss, so grab your tickets now and join us for an evening of unforgettable fun and community spirit!
More Info: https://cths.nsw.edu.au/information/upcoming-events/
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/cths-sogeri-partnership-dinner
Kind regards,
Thushani Srignanaguru
Cherrybrook Technology High School
Science Faculty l Professional Experience Coordinator
Sogeri National School of Excellence has 641 students, and 31 staff within the school. Students from across Papua New Guinea are selected to attend based on academic merit, often requiring them to leave their homes and families. The school's housing, dormitory accommodations, and sporting facilities are in need of improvement. Your attendance will help provide these essential resources, giving the students a much-needed sense of comfort and support while they are away from home.
Join us for an unforgettable event filled with excitement and fun! Enjoy a variety of games and trivia that will challenge and entertain, while being captivated by great public school entertainment. Don’t miss out on the chance to win amazing door and raffle prizes. Plus, get ready to excite your tastebuds with delicious Sri Lankan delights made with care by Jaya's Kitchen, a catering company owned by a CTHS family!
This is an event you won’t want to miss, so grab your tickets now and join us for an evening of unforgettable fun and community spirit!
More Info: https://cths.nsw.edu.au/information/upcoming-events/
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/cths-sogeri-partnership-dinner
Kind regards,
Thushani Srignanaguru
Cherrybrook Technology High School
Science Faculty l Professional Experience Coordinator
A personal invitation to District 9685 Conference 2025
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Dear fellow Rotarians,
It gives me great pleasure to personally invite you to our 2025 District Conference to be held at the Pullman, Penrith, on 21 and 22 March 2025.
Our conferences have always been a one-of-a-kind expo on humanitarian work with high quality speakers - a great way to share stories of the good work of Rotary, and to make and renew friendships with fellow Rotarians.
As global humanitarian needs reach record levels, our Rotary community is looking for ways to widen our reach and deliver more to those in need locally and globally. Accordingly, our 2025 District Conference has been themed as our first ever Sustainability and Humanitarian Summit for “A Better World through people & Rotary”.
Some highlights of our Sustainability & Humanitarian Sumit:
Watch this space for more details of these new elements, the overall program and keynote speakers. The team and I will keep you updated of major developments over the coming months.
I appeal to you for your support in registering, in inviting your friends, and in starting to think about how your club can use the airtime on stage to share the best of what you do every day for your communities locally and globally.
You can register through this link - https://ourbetterworld2025.wordpress.com/
Join me and together we can make ‘A Better World through people and Rotary’!
Niranjan
DG Niranjan Deodhar
It gives me great pleasure to personally invite you to our 2025 District Conference to be held at the Pullman, Penrith, on 21 and 22 March 2025.
Our conferences have always been a one-of-a-kind expo on humanitarian work with high quality speakers - a great way to share stories of the good work of Rotary, and to make and renew friendships with fellow Rotarians.
As global humanitarian needs reach record levels, our Rotary community is looking for ways to widen our reach and deliver more to those in need locally and globally. Accordingly, our 2025 District Conference has been themed as our first ever Sustainability and Humanitarian Summit for “A Better World through people & Rotary”.
Some highlights of our Sustainability & Humanitarian Sumit:
- It will bring together all Rotarians from our District as well as appeal to people from the broader community who want to make a difference – so they can hear Rotary’s stories and opportunities for humanitarian service.
- We will have a series of short presentations by clubs (in-person or pre-recorded) that showcase their signature projects and the impact they have had.
- To generate ideas and new ways to solve humanitarian and sustainability problems, the Summit will host a competition for university/TAFE/high school students to channel their creativity and develop social impact projects that could be scaled up by interested clubs.
Watch this space for more details of these new elements, the overall program and keynote speakers. The team and I will keep you updated of major developments over the coming months.
I appeal to you for your support in registering, in inviting your friends, and in starting to think about how your club can use the airtime on stage to share the best of what you do every day for your communities locally and globally.
You can register through this link - https://ourbetterworld2025.wordpress.com/
Join me and together we can make ‘A Better World through people and Rotary’!
Niranjan
DG Niranjan Deodhar
Rotary Myth Buster Flyer
Are You a Centurion?
Please consider renewing your Centurion membership, or if not already a member, why not make this the year to become a Centurion!!!
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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: - Carol Russell (0418 431 157) or President Colin (0408 810 463) Club Details: Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook meets every other Monday for Dinner at The Vicar Arrive 6:30pm Start 7:00pm End 9:00pm 271 New Line Rd Dural NSW 2128 Australia Welcome to call Carol or Colin to get log on details and join us on Zoom instead. |
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