Attendance Report for Meeting No. 2862,Aug19th 2014

Total Membership:-32

Members Present:-20

Percentage present:-61%

Apologies:(6) Lenin Pichiayan, Mahesh Kuppusamy, Rodrigo Gomez, Don Williams, Joseph Masika

Makeups:(0)

Leave of Absence:(6) John Henshall, Frank Bibby, Rob Fick, Mike Hiosan, John Chapman, John Angus

Visiting Guests Nil

Visiting Rotarians: Nil

Honorary Life Members (4):Connie and Don Tremethick,Ken Rowland, Bob Simes

Honorary Member: Cathy Torjul

IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER/REMEMBER.

  • District 9520 Conference – Ballarat, April 2015. Greg Carey has agreed to be conference co-ordinator – stand by for further information, but put this time in your diary,
  • Yellow Brick Road at the Royal Show Sept 5th -10th. Remember to take your pass.
  • Inner Wheel Australia are selling wine as a fundraiser RRP $12 per bottle. A carton can be purchased for $100, which equates to $8.33 per bottle. Please see Merilyn if you wish to order.
  • The next Marion Business Breakfast is on September 2, at 7.15 am being held at the Marion Cultural Centre. the speaker is Raymond Spencer, who is chairman of the Economic Development Board plus other boards. He should be an excellent speaker. Cost is $28 incl cooked buffet breakfast. Bookings thru,

Kevin would like apologies, visitors, make ups etc.,phoned to him please at 82963828 by 10am Tuesday. Alternatively put your known absent dates in the diary at the Tuesday meeting.

Meeting 2862

19thAug 2014

Our trip to China – Libby and Greg Carey

Greg and Libby recently visited China . Greg goes to teach a Post Grad course at Uni in Beijing every year and when possible Libby goes with him to see the sights.Beijing in Chinese means “capital in the North”. The History of Beijing as a city can be traced back over 300 years ago. From 1272-1911 it was the capital of Yan, Ming and Qing dynasties. In 1949 it became the capital of New China. There are about 20m people in Beijing and the traffic flows around four main multi-laned ring roads which were built for the Olympics. They visited Tiananmen Square, which is a largecity squarein the centre ofBeijing,China, named after theTiananmengate (Gate of Heavenly Peace) located to its North, separating it from theForbidden City. They also visited the Forbidden City, which was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the centre of Beijing,

Whilst they felt quite safe in the city, they were amused by the police who wore red and blue flashing epaulettes. Security was ever present.

Libby previously made a trip to Xian to see the Terracotta warriors. This trip consisted of a drive, a plane flight and another drive but was worth the effort. It is a collection ofterracottasculptures depicting the armies ofQin Shi Huang, the firstEmperor of China. It is a form offunerary artburied with the emperor in 210–209 BCE and whose purpose was to protect the emperor in his afterlife.

The figures, dating from approximately the late third century were discovered in 1974 by local farmers. The figures vary in height according to their roles, with the tallest being the generals. The figures include warriors,chariotsand horses. Estimates from 2007 were that the three pits containing the Terracotta Army held more than 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses and 150 cavalry horses.

Greg showed us some video of the people in Black Bamboo Park which they always enjoy visiting. The park is a delight, with local people practice their dancing.They are aesthetic with their streamers, sing, play and enjoy the ambience of this delightful area. Many people fish for carp in the ponds. We also enjoyed hearing about the experience of enjoying Peking Duck – 68 days old duck, cooked in a variety of ways and served as a soup, pancakes, and crispy skin duck. Thanks for an interesting evening and to Lulu for filling in the Chinese history.

ROSTERS

These rosters are as originally prepared and may not include changes Rotarians have made between themselves. If you arrange a swap, will you please advise your roster compiler and the Bulletin EditorJudyOates.

PLAQUES

Aug 26thJeff Hollands Michael Moore

Sept 2ndJohn Price Mark Huddleston

Sept 9thLyle Strachan Judy Oates

Sept 16thRay Trenorden Rob Fick

MEALS ON WHEELS

Be at kitchen 1a Aberfeldy Ave, Edwardstown by 10.45 am

Kitchen Phone 8293 5780 * denotes a swap.

Aug 28th Ross McDonald / Sept 4th Colin Ames
Sept 11th Ray Trenorden / Sept 18th Neville Brandon
Sept 25th John Price
Oct 9th Judy Oates / Oct 2nd Colin Ames
Oct 16th Stephen Trenorden

ROBIN WATCH

Aug 19th–Sept 1st Rob Fick

Sep 2nd – Sept 15th Clair Gasson

Although the performance of this roster need not take long, will you please take note of and report to Mike Tucker (83816861) any nesting boxes that are in need of attention; generally due to tree growth or weather, and could possibly become detached and fall.

SERGEANT

AugColin Ames /Michael Moore

SepTBA

ROTARY BOOKSHOP

Date / Monday / Wednesday / Thursday / Fridays / Saturdays
Aug 25th
Sept 1st / Lyle Strachan / Lyle Strachan / Judy Oates / J.Oates/ E. Carey / E. Carey
C. Walter
Sept 2nd
Sept 8th / Lyle Strachan / Mike Moore / Lyle Strachan / J.Oates/ E. Carey / J. Byrne
S. Oliver

Please try and arrange a swap and advise Lyle Strachan if unavailable.

Rotary Club of Edwardstown

Meeting 2863

Aug 26th

Anne Martin

Principal Suneden Special School

Chairperson –Ray Trenorden

Sept 2nd

Club Assembly

Sept 9th

Family by Family

Leonne Evans

Chairperson – K.Donaldson

Sept 16th

Nona Lisnahan

Leprosy Mission – Timor Leste

Chairperson – M. Hiosan

Sept 23rd

Tim Pfeiffer

Marion Council

Chairperson – Don Williams

CONGRATULATIONS

27thAug / Greg / Carey / Induction
27th Aug / Greg / Carey / Induction
27th Aug / Aubrey / Wagner / Induction
27th Aug / Lyle / Strachan / Birthday
29thAug / Eileen / Tonkin / Birthday
30thAug / John / Angus / Anniversary
30thAug / Frank / Bibby / Anniversary

1st Sept Mike Hiosan Induction

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BBQ ‘S SCHEDULED IN COMING MONTHS

  • Marion Council BioBlitz – 29th and 30th August at the Oaklands Wetlands. The club will provide the BBQ. Details to follow
  • Bunnings Friday BBQ dates are August 29, September 12, October 24, November 21 and December 12. Times are 9 am - 3 pm x 2 shifts. Watch for the roster, so you can assist.
  • City – Bay Fun Run 21st Sept – Colley Reserve.
  • Stratco. There will be a couple of BBQ’s at Stratco this year. Dates to be advised

OTHER DATES TO REMEMBER

  • DG visit will be 7thOctober. This will be a partners night, In conjunction with this Don Williams is organising Hat Night. Don will announce details soon.
  • Theatre Night My Fair Lady,Friday October 24, please see Don Williams to organise your tickets. Tickets are $25.00. Dinner will be at the Saracen’s Head as usual.

Why is it that our memory is good enough to retain the least triviality that happens to us, and yet not good enough to recollect how oftenwe have told it to the same person?

8 Tips to attracting younger members

1. Organize interesting meetings

Post says her club has found that organizing at least two special meetings a year creates a unique experience for attracting new members and cements friendships among club members. Explore your community for activities that you can use to create a different kind of club experience.

2. Look at your traditions

Smith says newer generations aren't impressed by pomp and circumstance. He points to the Rotary Club of Crawley in Western Australia, whose membership is one of the fastest growing and most diverse. They no longer sing the national anthem or fine their members.

"Some tradition is important, but too much time spent on these rituals may prevent a younger member from feeling at home in your club," he adds.

3. Update how and where you talk about Rotary

When the Rotary Club of Bondi Junction started referring to itself as a "social enterprise that delivers social change," it saw an immediate uptick in interest from younger members. Choosing the right communication channels for your club is equally important, whether it's Facebook, LinkedIn, or your website..

4. Examine your club dues

The Dupont Circle club decided to offer appetizers and a cash bar rather than a full meal at its meetings to keep dues affordable for young professionals. You might also consider offering reduced dues to younger members for their first year.

5. Provide alternatives to weekly attendance

"Attendance is another challenge," says Post. "Members in our club often travel for work, plus they have family or other personal commitments that vie for their time."

The Dupont Circle club makes make-ups easier by counting participation in service days, committee meetings, district trainings, and club social events.

6. Plan events that members can attend easily

In many urban areas, young people rely on public transportation to get around. Choose meeting locations with that in mind. And hold some events on the weekend so members with full-time jobs and young families can attend.

7. Involve young members early to build club loyalty

Involve new members in club projects right from the start. Seek their input. Give them responsibilities so they feel a sense of accomplishment and worth. And assign them mentors in the club to ensure that they feel valued.

8. Plan family-friendly projects and activities

Plan club meetings, service projects, and events that appeal to young families. For instance, the Dupont Circle club threw a baby shower to celebrate three upcoming births. The shower was held in a space that offered plenty of room for the children of other club members to play together.