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President – Jenny Foster 2017/18
October 31st 2017
Volume 83, Issue 18
[email protected] Chartered 27th March 1935 www.RCE.org.au
Jenny Foster
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT:
The Battle Of Beersheba, 31 Oct 1917: "At a mile distant their thousand hooves were stuttering thunder, coming at a rate that frightened every Turkish defender. "The Australian Light Horse were an awe-inspiring sight, galloping through the red haze of the desert, knee to knee and horse to horse, the dying sun glinting on their bayonet points.” These were the words of trooper Ion Idriss who rode in Australia's great cavalry charge at Beersheba, 100 years ago.
Last night RCE gathered for a dinner meeting at Rotary’s “Donation's In Kind” (DIK) shed. We were joined by DG Peter Frueh, DGE Bronwyn Stephens, DIK’s Bob Glinderman, Rotarians from Keilor East, Flemington & West Footscray & members of CWA including the State President & Treasurer & CWA Chair of International who all travelled many miles to attend last night’s dinner. It is not every day however that you can dine & sip champagne in such a huge shed surrounded by wheelchairs, hospital beds, computers, desks & thousands of boxes but there were fancy lights & of course candles & “sparkle"!
Together we were privileged to hear a fantastic talk given by RCE member Peter Baker, about the great Battle of
Beersheba. "The 'mad Australians' was a common description. They were brave, they were heroes, they turned the tide of history & made history. We remember 100 years later the 32 Australians who died at this Battle &
remember that Australians are always there to help each other & help others in need.
Thank you also to Bob Glinderman, of Rotary Club of Melbourne & Manager of DIK. Bob did a tour of the old shed & talked about DIK’s vision for the future. This project needs money & volunteers to develop even further. It is a brilliant project & proudly RCE can say they have played a huge part in the making of this history & continue to be heavily involved. Want to help, please let us know. This project is a wonderful example of Rotary’s motto Service above Self but at the same time all the volunteers enjoy so much fellowship & have a lot of fun.
WHAT’S ON NEXT WEEK: DON’T FORGET - No meeting CUP DAY
We were also very fortunate to hear an inspiring talk from Wendy Earwicker, CWA Chair of International, about some of CWA’s long history starting in 1922 to some of their great work today. We all talked about how important partnerships are & let’s all work together when every single one of us, no matter if we are a member of Rotary, CWA or a volunteer at DIK, are striving to Make a Difference in the world.
And let us take a moment to think about the significance of that year 1917, not only were our brave Anzacs at war but…..
Rotarian Arch Klumph’s idea for an endowment fund dedicated to “doing good in the world” planted the seed of The Rotary Foundation in 1917 was born. Thanks to his vision and staunch advocacy, and the extraordinary generosity of Rotary members worldwide, that fund has become one of the world’s leading humanitarian foundations. In 2017 we remember our history & work together for the future.
Thank you to everyone who helped set-up, pack-up & attended last night’s dinner. A huge thank you to our Club’s Catering Queen…Jane Carbone!
From Last Week: PP Maria hands over a donation of $1,000 to Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Call for help from Donations in Kind
As you are aware we are right into the move from Shed 40 into 39 and have been a little delayed by the relocation of the racking. We are also being inundated with requests for collections and where possible we have been delaying these until we have the store sorted. However we have a collection of 7 classrooms of furniture that we must collect on Thursday 7th December from St Marys Primary School at Lancefield. This was committed some time ago and we are locked into the date because of replacement supplies. We will need both vans and plenty of assistance both at the school and back at the store. Please email [email protected] or call 0428 550 574 if you can help. Additionally, some additional assistance on any Tuesday or Thursday will be appreciated and we will also be working on Saturday 4/11 and 11/11 to get this task completed. West Footscray have offered to do the painting necessary on the new lunch room and also the office and I am sure that they would also welcome any additional hands that might be available. A call to Cecil on 0432 299 622 if you can assist wield a paint brush. Many thanks Bob Glindeman
TIME TO BOOK FOR 2018 DISTRICT CONFERENCE
Those interested in going to Warrnambool for District Conference need to let
me know ASAP as I need to book accommodation & hopefully get everyone in
the same venue. Opportunity for fun, fellowship & inspiration.
Early Bird registration for Conference including functions Friday & Saturday night is $345 & same for Partner or Functions only for Partner $120 or If you have not attended a Rotary District 9800 conference in the last ten years or are a first-time attendee only $200 Same for Partner. http://www.rotaryconference.org.au/register.html
Let me know, Veronica 0418 537253
Get some friends together & please support Rotary & its incredible work in eradicating Polio by watching this movie that is one of the best for the year!
What is District 9800 doing to raise funds to support the End Polio Now
campaign
Rotary has organised the pre-release showing of the Kenneth Branagh movie "Murder on the Orient Express"with a star studded cast on November 8th to enable clubs to hold a special fundraising event.
There are two opportunities to attend – cost $20 per head with $10 going to End Polio Now
6.30pm at the Village Jam Factory Cinemas - book at https://rotaryprahran.org.au/book-event/28983/murder-on-the-orient-express-for-end-polio-now
6.30pm Sun Theatre in Yarraville - to book contact Peter Shepheard email [email protected] or text to 0498 072 784
Any question please contact Susie Cole, End Polio Now Ambassador District 9800, Email: [email protected]
Announcement 'President Jenny has announced Kelly Abfalter as our President-nominee, to serve as the 85th President of The Rotary Club of
Essendon in 2019-20'.
Major Charity Fund Raising Event
The Rotary Club of Essendon is holding our Charity Fund Raising Golf Day on Friday 24th November 2017 at the Medway Golf Club, situated on the Maribyrnong River at 57 Omar Street, Maidstone, 3012. ALL proceeds raised will go towards the Rotary Club of Essendon projects and be used to fund our charitable and humanitarian work.
18 Holes of Golf
Ambrose Format with Shotgun Start
11:30 am Registration for 12:30 pm Tee Off
Nearest the Pin, Hole in One and Longest Drive Competitions
Light Lunch, Presentation Dinner and Beverages included
Golf Carts Available for Hire
Like to Play Book now to reserve your place as a player in the field, online at trybooking:- https://www.trybooking.com/SBSN Let us know by email, who is in your team or who you would like to go around with.
Need more information or would like to sponsor a Hole Call or Email Kelly Abfalter on 0413 027 156 or [email protected]
Thought for the day There is no “I” in Teamwork!
Help yourself and help the Club by banking with Strathmore Community Bank. For example, take out a home loan
and the club will receive up to $500. Take out a 3 month fixed term deposit and the club will receive up to $50.
For more details drop into the branch at 337 Napier St or call branch Manager David Porter on 9374-2607.
EVENTS CALENDAR
DATE SPEAKER/EVENT VENUE
7th Nov 2017 NO MEETING – Cup day
10th Nov 2017 – Friday Cambodian Dinner – Hosted by Care for Cambodia
Strathmore Bowling club – guest speaker
Jessica Whitney, Director Safe Haven
14th Nov 2017 Therese Nichols – One Plate Charity The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
21st Nov 2017 Peru Trip – Delegates to present to club NIGHT MEETING
The Anglers Tavern 6 to 7.30PM
24th Nov 2017 Golf day & dinner Medway Golf Club, situated on the Maribyrnong River at 57 Omar Street, Maidstone, 3012.
28th Nov 2017 Club AGM – Maria Kouppas to present to club The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
1st – 3rd Dec 2017 Days for Girls weekend away Sugarloaf Retreat more info to come
5th Dec 2017 Club Committees to present The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
12th Dec 2017 Christmas party – Fellowship The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
19th Dec 2017 Board meeting & Club meeting & club Xmas breakfast
Copper Spoon Fletcher Street Essendon
7.30am onwards
16th Jan 2018 Fellowship dinner with Nth Essendon or Cluster
The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
23rd Jan 2018 Club fellowship lunch – no speaker The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
30th Jan 2018 TBA
6th Feb 2018 Brumby Babes – Gaye Carris & others The Anglers Tavern 12.30 pm for 1pm to 2pm
4th Feb 2018 RCE BBQ TBA
Have you taken any photos on your iphone, or camera in
this past Rotary Year?
Can I please have them forwarded to:
Many of these photos will form a special memento of this
past year, and I would like to use them as part of the
year in summary.
I appreciate your help with this. Remember any Rotary
function or event….
Thanking you in anticipation
Maria