DG Bernie's Message
 OUR PUBLIC IMAGE CAMPAIGN
One of the District Objectives this year is the
promotion of Rotary and the work of its Rotarians because nobody knows
much about us and, in this age of instant communication, it is important
to publicise our service far and wide to promote membership and widen
our network for the furtherance of world understanding and
peace.
For some weeks we have been announcing the
Rotary International Public Relations Grants where up to $US3,000 is
available to Clubs for the promotion of Rotary and the improvement of
our public image. Clubs are encouraged to use the funds to place RI
prepared TV and radio public service announcements as well as fund
billboards, banners and newspaper supplements.
Applications are now open and they will close on
31st October. Decision letters will be mailed by 17th
November and all PR Grant projects must be implemented by 1st
June 2007.
Some of our projects that could win approval
are:
Billboards
Newspaper/Magazine
Supplements
Radio/TV
Outdoor Placements
Funds will not be available
for:
Construction
Projects
Internal Rotary Club events
Applications that miss the
deadline
Applications without the District Governor's
signature.
Please have your applications to the District
Secretary no later than 29th October 2006.
The PR Campaign has already started in North
America and an update is:
- A full page Rotary supplement appeared in the
International Herald Tribune (Atlantic & Asian editions) and New
York Times.
- Starting this month, there will be Billboards
on highways and airports. They have been able to negotiate free space
for over 850 billboards in towns and cities across North America. The
billboard will feature PolioPlus and Rotary centres.
- Thanks to donated free ad space, ads will also
appear in Time, Newsweek, Forbes, Parenting, Golf Digest, Sports
Illustrated and other magazines.
- Rotary's TV public service announcements will
continue to air on United Airlines.
- A grant with Google has been obtained to use
keyword links to promote our PolioPlus program and Rotary
Centres.
The RI Template is available to all Clubs and I
invite you to contact PR at pr@rotary.org
Our District PR Chair is preparing messages
about Rotary and suggestions on how we can get our message across in
this campaign to promote Rotary and the work of all
Rotarians.
Lead The Way by telling the world about
Rotary.
Bernie Walshe
District
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OCTOBER IS VOCATIONAL SERVICE
MONTH
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Message from RI President Bill
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| The Four-Way
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| The Four-Way Test is one of
the hallmarks of Rotary. Since it was developed
by Herbert J. Taylor in 1932, it has never
ceased to be relevant. Its four brief questions
are not based on culture or religion; instead,
they are a simple checklist for ethical
behaviour. They transcend national borders and
generations.
As Rotarians, we
should have The Four-Way Test in the back of our
minds - if not the front - in every decision we
make, all day long. As we go through our lives
at work, at home, and in our communities, we
must be conscious of our responsibilities as
Rotarians: to speak the truth, to be fair, to
build goodwill and better friendships, and to
always try to do the best we can for everyone we
encounter.
We must also make
it known that we will not compromise our ethical
standards. Hanging The Four-Way Test on the wall
for all to see sends a clear message: Rotarians
are people of integrity who care.
The Four-Way Test
compresses ethical decisions down to something
that can be hung on a small wall plaque. But
Past RI President Richard Evans made it even
simpler with one phrase: Is it right?
In his essay on the
topic, he said: "A large part of all the
proposals that are made in the world could
easily be eliminated from further discussion
simply by asking this one question: 'Is it
right?' If it is, we may well consider them
further. We may then reasonably ask whether or
not it is convenient, whether or not it is
profitable, whether or not we want to do it. But
if it isn't right, we are wasting our time in
asking any other question, because if it isn't
right, it isn’t worth it, no matter what else
there may be in it for anyone."
As
Rotarians, I hope we all take this advice to
heart and Lead the Way in doing only
what is
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GSE TEAM LEADER
SELECTED
On behalf of District Governor Bernie
Walsh, District GSE Chairman, Neville John has great pleasure in
announcing that Adrian Nelson from the Rotary Club of Glen
Eira has been selected as Team Leader for the outbound team to
District 1580 in The Netherlands. Adrian began his career in the
legal profession and then moved into the role of Business Manager
with the family business, Nelson Bros Funeral Services.
As
usual the calibre of applicants was excellent and we are confident
that Adrian has the skills necessary to do a great job. Neville
would like to thank Chris Don, Alice Miller, Henry Drury, Iven
McKay and Dennis Shore for their participation in this process and
we now look forward to Sunday 22nd October when the
team member interviews begin. Adrian is now officially part of the
GSE Committee.
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RYLA
2006
Plans are well
underway for the 2006 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Program
with many clubs getting behind this annual personal development
program for 18 to 25 year olds. Rotarians are reminded that
applications
close on Wednesday 1st November 2006, but
that clubs are strongly encouraged to submit their nominations
earlier to ensure that their candidates are allocated a
place. The program itself will take place from the 2nd to 8th
December 2006 at Wonga Park. Rotarians will soon receive an
invitation to attend the annual RYLA/Rotary Club Night at the
Wonga Park Conference Centre (formerly known as the Haven), 6.30pm
for 7pm, Wednesday 6th December 2006. The night is always a
fantastic opportunity to see RYLA at work and see the impact that
this program has on those who attend each year - we hope to see
you there.
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THE LANCE HINTON SHIELD FOR
GOLF
All Rotarian Golfers and friends of Rotarians are
invited to join the RC Prahran and its offspring Clubs on this day
where they will be able to participate in a parallel tournament
while Prahran and Prahran prodigies battle out for the annual
Lance Hinton Shield competition:
Malvern Valley Golf Club, 10
November 2006
Green fees and finger food $40 [only $34 for
Seniors!!]
Click here for full details
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Attention: Royce
Abbey Room (International House)
The "new" Royce Abbey
Room is currently undergoing renovations and, until further
notice, all meetings scheduled for the "Royce Abbey Room" will be
held in the "old" Royce Abbey Room in the Greycourt
building
New
Members
A big Rotary
welcome to:
RC
Central Melbourne Sunrise
Karen Night (Transfer from RC
Maffra)
Jamm Solar
RC Kew on Yarra
Anthony Boyd
RC Melbourne
Anthony
Nicholson
RC Boroondara
Kristy and Drew
Morrison are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Georgia
Louise on 2nd October at Freemasons. Both doing well.
Congratulations to another Family of Rotary
RI Exchange
Rate
The October Rotary exchange rate for the AUD is
1.31
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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN
CLUBS
RC Bendigo
South
The regular meeting of
RC Bendigo South scheduled for Thursday, 30th Nov has been
cancelled and rescheduled for Friday 1st Dec at Camp
Getaway.
RC Brighton
Royce Abbey Oration: Thursday October 19th
Molina's
Brighton Beach, 6.00 for 6.30pm
Cost $25 drinks at bar
prices.
Special guest speaker: The Hon Tim
Fischer.
Bookings: PDG John King. email jwking@hotkey.net.au or phone
95929120, fax 95929278
RC
Brunswick
Weekly meeting on Thursday 26 October 2006 will be
6pm for 6:30pm instead of 12:45pm for 1:00pm - a trial to have
an evening meeting for the 4th Thursday of each
month. Details
are also posted at http://www.brunswickrotary.org.au/.
RC
Central Melbourne Sunrise
ANNUAL CHARITY
GALA
RC Central Melbourne-Sunrise is holding its
16th Annual Charity Gala at Leonda on
Friday 20th
October. All Rotarians and friends are welcome to a night
of entertainment, 3 course meal includes drinks, live and silent
auctions, ample parking. Corporate sponsorship is
available. Donated goods/services appreciated.
Call Kevin
Walklate (B) 9299 4319 for more details.
RC Essendon North
The Club
advises that the scheduled dinner meeting Wed Nov 8th Nov, has been
changed to Mon Nov 6th for the Club's annual Melbourne cup Calcutta
on this night
RC Gisborne
The Club advises that
their meeting on Tuesday 24th October 2006 WILL NOT be held at the
normal meeting venue "The Blue Lagoon in Gisborne", but a
Vocational Services Night will be held at "Sequoia" in Woodend
on Wednesday 25th October 2006.
RC Keilor East
Details of
Fundraising Auction Night: Join RC Keilor East at
a Fundraising Dinner with Guest Speakers, Bargains, Live and Silent
Auctions to be held at ULTIMA FUNCTION CENTRE, KEILOR - 6.30 pm
Friday October 20th 2006
$60 per head -
includes 3 course meal, beer, wine and soft drinks (tables of 10
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Tickets from Lloyd
Lancaster: 9336 2015, Bruce Cameron: 9337 8194 and
Cherrie Osborn: 9390 9526 Written
applications to RC Keilor East, 42 Wyong Street, Keilor East
3033. Further information from Lloyd Lancaster.
RC Kew on Yarra
RC Kew on
Yarra is supporting Friends of Rumania with a Book Fair at the
Sacred Heart Parish Hall, corner Cotham Road and St John's Parade
Kew, on 14 and 15 October. Proceeds go towards the FCJ Mission
to Rumania. click here for details.
RC
Prahran
Club meeting on Monday 23rd October will not
be the usual luncheon but instead an evening meeting at Club Tivoli
at 6.00 for 6.30pm. Kate Leeming is the guest
speaker.
RC Tullamarine:
annual 24 hour,
Mega swim in aid of MS - 14th and 15th of October.
For
more information go to the swim web site at www.msswim.com
RC
Williamstown
Business Breakfast with Bill Shorten,
National Secretary AWU
7.15 for 7.30am Friday 20
October 2006
The Royal Victorian Motor Yacht Club
$45
including
breakfast
Click
here for flyer
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