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NEXT MEETING TUESDAY10th NOVEMBER 2015 GUEST SPEAKER: MSKATH WALTERS

PAUL HARRIS FELLOW BREAKFAST 24thNOVEMBER 2015: GUEST SPEAKER: MS KATELESLIE

DONATIONS IN KIND: YOUR CHANCE TOCREATE WITH YOUR HANDS: SAT21st NOVEMBERGOURMET FARMERS MARKET: LOOK OUT FORTHE NEXT MARKET ON THE THIRD THURSDAYIN NOVEMBER MEETING REPORTS FOR MEETING HELD 27thOCTOBERGALLERY

NEXT MEETING - GUEST SPEAKER KATHWALTERS 1Oth NOVEMBER 2015

GUEST SPEAKER: KATH WALTERSTITLE OF TALK: The Bystander Effect andWhy Boards Need to Overcome ItWhy are Boards standing by and watching as the companiesthey govern commit funds to unsustainable activities? Thebanks are a case in point. Collectively, since 2008, they haveinvested tens of billions into the carbon-rich fossil fuel sector.They do not report these details in their CSR Reports.There is a psychological explanation: The 'bystander effect' isthat weird social phenomenon in which social pressure

MeetingResponsibilities

ChairCAVELL, Warwick

PresenterTHOMAS, Tony

GreeterMcBAIN, Bruce

ReporterLOVE, Kevin

PhotographerJONES, David

DoorMURPHY, Justine

Director ReportHINES, Rob

Bulletin EditorDRIVER, Allan

Speakers

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precludes individuals from taking action even when they knowthey should, or when their own survival is at risk.Since 2011, the ASX Corporate Governance Council guidelineshave required companies to publish measurable objectives forachieving gender diversity and to report on their progress. Butthis is not the case for environmental and social risks.

It would be highly effective ifBoards declared that addressingthese risks is an emergency. Rareand unusual emergencies thatthreaten actual harm are the mostlikely to stimulate bystanders intoaction.As a Business Journalist over 16years, Kath's stories aboutbusiness growth, leadership andfinance attracted millions of

readers. Her articles appear in Australia's leading businesspublications, including BRW, the Australian Financial Review,Smart Company, Boss, Crikey and Business Spectator.Today she runs a training practice helping businesses to findand apply data intelligently.

PAUL HARRIS FELLOW BREAKFAST 24th NOVEMBER 2015

PAUL HARRIS FELLOW BREAKFAST 24thNOVEMBER 2015Roy Garrett has reminded members that the Paul HarrisBreakfast is to be held on 24th November 2015 at theRACV Club commencing at 7:30am.

Theguestspeakeris

Professor Kate Leslie.Stuart Ellis and Marjorie Gerlinger have producedand distributed the event flyer. Use link to open

Nov 10, 2015Kath WaltersThe Bystander Effect, and WhyBoards Need to Overcome It

Nov 24, 2015PAUL HARRIS BREAKFAST DRKATE LESLIEBookings essential see link inmore info

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flyer: Paul Harris Fellow BreakfastTen Members have volunteered to phone thepresidents of all the Rotary Clubs in our district andinvite them and their members to the breakfast

Come and hear one of Melbourne’s pre-eminent Medico’s discusswhat happens when they – ‘put you to sleep’ “To sleep,perchance to dream – what’s really happening during generalanaesthesia?”

Roy encouraged club members to consider inviting aguest and if possible a whole table.

Also, the RC Melton Valley is once again promoting thesale of Christmas Cakes and will have cakes available atthe PHF Breakfast. Details can be foundhere: http://rotarydistrict9800.com.au/images/DistrictSecretary/ClubOrderLeafletForm.pdf

DONATIONS IN KIND: YOUR CHANCE TO CREATE WITHYOUR HANDS 21st NOVEMBER 2015Posted by Frank O'BRIEN

DONATIONS IN KIND (DIK ) - WORKINGBEEIt’s that time of the year when the International ServicesCommittee assembles a team of Club members and partners and venture out to the Rotary District WestFootscray warehouse of DIK and assist in various ways,particularly unpacking and packing donated items such asnew clothing which are ultimately containerised andheaded for an underdeveloped country such as TimorLeste or the Philippines.So with that in mind, you are all invited to come along tohelp out. Only light duties will be involved.

Details are as follows:

When : Saturday 21 November at 9.00am. Finish by1.00pm


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Where : Rear Shed 40, 400 Somerville Road WestFootscray VIC 3012

How to get there: The Store is one of several woolstores located on the corner of Somerville Rd andParamount Rd West Footscray Mel 41 7E. Enter thoughGate 1, opposite Whitely Parade.

The “Tims” sign is a good visual reference.More information here: DIK Information

Please let Frank O’Brien know if you can come on 0419008 804. Thanks in anticipation.

GOURMET FARMERS MARKET - NEXTMARKET IS 19th NOVEMBER

Our 5th GOURMET FARMERS MARKET is on Thursday,19th November 2015.

Please note that Paul Fraser is the contact person toenable you to contact for volunteering either for bumpingin or bumping out. Paul can be contacted on mobile 0457788 753 oremail: [email protected]

Also, the market has gained in popularity: See link forrecent publicity: Goldsbrough FarmersMarket http://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/food-and-drink/article/first-farmers-market-city

If you haven't been to our market yet we hope you canmake it to this one. Volunteers are always welcome tobump in and bump out.

If you have been already we know there is a strongchance you will be joining the repeat customers we havenoticed.

181 William Street, CBD. 4.30pm - 7.30pm


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MEETING REPORT 27th OCTOBER 2015Posted by Roger THORNTON

Meeting Report: 27th October 2015

ChairmanGerard Hogan.Visiting Rotarians & Guests

Three members from RC Melbourne Park: AmandaWendt, Katrina John and Pippa Makgill.Alan Bliss, from the now defunct RC Mooney Valley.Sue Duras.Des Benjamin.

Announcements

Frank O’Brien advised that there would be a DIK working


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bee (unpacking and re-packing of goods) at the store inWest Footscray on Saturday, November 21. He alsoinformed members that Brian Downie, after 25 years, hasretired as an MCG guide.

Neil Salvano advised that, once again, the club will berunning its Community Village on the three weekends(both Friday and Saturday) prior to Christmas. Anyonewanting to volunteer should contact either Neil or RussellRolls.

Kevin Walklate reminded members to book for the D9800Conference in Bendigo, March 11-13, before the end ofthe early bird period on November 30. The early birdprice is $275 but for first time attendees the price isreduced to $225. There are still rooms available at theNational Hotel Motel, where Kevin has made a blockbooking for 15 rooms ($135 per double room night). LetKevin know if you want one.Roy Garrett made a plea to members to make theirreservations for the Paul Harris Breakfast. So far, only24 bookings have been made.

President’s announcements

President George advised that he, Tony Fritsche andWarwick Cavell met with Mohamed Elrafihi, MulticulturalAffairs Adviser to the Minister for Multicultural Affairs. The purpose of this meeting was to confirm ourcommitment to providing services in support of StateGovernment initiatives to reinforce social inclusion andcommunity cohesion. George proposed that some Rotaryservices would be provided on a fee-for-service basis(RYPEN, RYLA, MUNA, etc.), while other services wouldbe provided free of charge to selected participants in theformer programs (CV writing, interview skills,networking, etc.). The first Ministerial Advisory Councilon Multicultural Affairs will convene on October 28 andRCCMS will be represented by Tony Fritsche.

Greg Cuthbert and George met with colleagues from RCKew and RC Brighton on October 27 to start planning forthe Garden Design Fest in November 2016. The purposeof this meeting was to agree the project team structure,high level project plan, revenue share model, etc.

The next Club Forum is scheduled for November 17. Atthis meeting members will report progress and providefeedback for two of the four strategic activities (ManagedMembership Growth and Sustainable Fundraising )signed-off by the members at the Club Forum on


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September 29.

We have another District award to add to our collection:RC Central Melbourne has won a District ServiceRecognition Program Award for our per capitacontributions to the Paul Harris Foundation – the thirdhighest in D9800.

Recent travel to Southern India and Sri Lanka –Roy Garrett

Roy reported on arecent 23 day tour thathe and Annie made with14 friends to SouthernIndia and Sri Lanka. Heillustrated his talk withgreat photos. The tourencompassedfascinating places andpeople, gorgeousscenery, historic andreligious sites and manygrand old hotels, someof which still retain thetitle wallawa (manorhouse or aristocratichome).

Guest Speaker

Chairman Gerard introduced guest speaker MelanieRaymond, Chairman of the Board of Youth Projects forthe past 16 years. Melanie’s topic was “Activities ofthe Youth Projects organisation operating fromHosier Lane”.


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Melaniestartedbysayingshe bothcamefrom aRotaryfamily –herfatherwas aRotarianfor 20years –

and is Sri Lankan, so she recognised many of Roy’sphotos.Next, Melanie talked about the plague of ice which isstretching out over the country. She showed a short filmabout Brad, who told his heart rending story of becominghooked on ice. He went from having a job and money toliving on the streets, without seeing a bed for 8 monthsand where he was robbed and bashed. He pleaded withviewers to stay free of ice. Later in her talk, Melanie saidthat Brad, with the help of people from Youth Projects,has stopped taking ice and is rebuilding his life. He nowhas stable housing, is working as a barista and his longterm goal is to become a nurse.Melanie explained that her organisation, Youth Projects,is a charity established in 1984 with the specific aim oftackling the hardest problems head on. She said YouthProjects provides health, outreach, community andemployment, education and training services toindividuals experiencing disadvantage, unemployment,homelessness and alcohol and other drug issues. Shesaid that Youth Projects promotes inclusion, buildsresilience and creates opportunities.Melanie addressed some of the areas where YouthProjects helps, including:

Mental illness – 75% of all severe mental illnessstarts before the age of 24.Youth unemployment – which is 5 times thenational average in Hume.Substance abuse – methamphetamine is the drugof choice for 15-25 year olds but the young useany drug the can get.Homelessness – there has been a 40% increaseover the past two years, with homelessnessstarting earlier and lasting longer.

However, Melanie did talk about successes, including


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Angela who had her first child at the age of 13, has beenhomeless since her teenage years but is now in a

stablehome. Thentherewas Tim,who was

introduced to ice by his father but is now abstaining fromall drugs and is back at school. However, he still needsto learn how to manage his father.Melanie stressed that Youth Projects is different fromother charities because it takes a long term approach. Itgives hope to the homeless, has low barriers to access, isinclusive and non-judgemental. It provides holistic careat a one stop shop. But the cost of running theorganisation is high and staff such as the night nursesoperate in high risk areas late at night.Melanie thanked RCCMS for its support. Then PresidentGeorge and Community Service Director Peter Duraspresented Melanie with a cheque for $3,200, to fund thenight nurses for an extra 10 nights.

President George’s closing

After Richard Stone picked the seven of diamonds in theSwindle, President George closed the meeting at 8:45am.

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From where did this bloke appear? [One of our verygood club members!]


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Katrina John, Amanda Wendt and Pippa Makgill from RCMelbourne Park with future District Governor Neville John


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