The mini trivia night last Thursday provided a more relaxed atmosphere for our regular Thursday meeting and provoked lots of fun, laughter and friendly rivalry. We all learnt how much trivia we couldn’t immediately call to mind! Thanks to Alison for organising the evening and to our efficient and entertaining MC Gary Williams who kept proceedings lively.
The long awaited shade sail at Eltham Lower Park is finally being installed this week. You might recall that we received funding under the Stronger Communities program of the Federal Government which was matched by Nillumbik Council for the sail to provide shade over the playground area at the park. A' small offical ‘launch’ of the sail is being arranged.
The Board is meeting on Wednesday this week and amongst other things will discuss spending proposals from Directors for the remainder of this year. As outlined by Lou at Club Assembly, we have been very busy this year and have raised more money than originally budgeted. The Board will assess proposals in the context of our 3 year Strategic Plan, the goals we established at the beginning of this year, and the sustainability of proposals into future years.
I enjoyed the company of Ian Thomas, Howard Turner, and Ann Lynch at the weekly BBQ this week. It was blustery and occasionally wet so numbers of patrons in the park were low but we soldiered on and enjoyed the camaraderie. The BBQ is so efficiently organised these days that it is a pleasure to be a member of the team and I thank every member of the BBQ committee, especially Alan, Lyn and Paul Kelly for their work in making the weekly BBQ such an effective fundraiser. And all members who take their turns on the roster.See you on Thursday at the Montmorency Eltham RSL.
Cheers, President Judy
Lower Eltham Park BBQ 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
You are responsible for finding a replacement if you are unable to do your rostered duty and to notify Lyn Truran ljtruran@bigpond.com
Thursday 19 April - ANZAC Night at Montmorency RSL
Members, please note that this week's meeting is being held at Montmorency RSL, at the usual time - 6.15pm. This is our ANZAC night and how appropriate it is to have it at the RSL. This week's guest speaker is Bob Elworthy AM - President of the VVAA Victorian Branch - he is also a member of the Montmorency-Eltham RSL Sub-Branch. Bob is a Vietnam Veteran and we are honored to have him as our guest speaker. Please come along and hear a very interesting man. Book now!
Thursday 26 April 2018
U3A - cross promotion of Rotary and U3A presentation by Guy Palmer. This meeting we return to Heidelberg Golf Club
Thursday 3 May 2018
Youth Night - Showcasing the Rotary youth programs and participants.
Thursday 10 May 2018
Changing the Status of South Sudan - Monica Majok
Wednesday 30 May 2018
Biggest Morning Tea/Lunch at Rosanna
A social and fundraising event for the Cancer Council Biggest Morning Tea is to be hosted by Alison Cooper at her home in Rosanna. The event is a social get together and it would be appreciated if you can bring a plate. Tea, coffee and cold drinks will be provided and the cost of entry $20pp.More information next week.
Thursday 17 May 2018
Squish Art Collective - "Down the Rabbit Hole" debut exhibition. Presentation by Ellie Bricknell
Thursday 24 May 2018
Eltham Rotary's 45th Anniversary celebrations.In preparation for making this a memorable night I am seeking members assistance - especially those who have been in the club longer than me - to help with planning for this night. If you are able and want to be involved please email me or ring me to discuss further.
Jules Aussems: New premises of Men’s Shed officially opened at 28 Wattletree Road, Eltham – site of old kindergarten. Attended by representatives from Nillumbik Council, Eltham Rotary, Men’s Club members and families. All welcome to call in at any time.
Brett Linsell: Diamond Valley Rotaract meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month, 7.30 pm at the Eltham Hotel.
Judy Sharp: Thanks to pass on from East Timor project at Balibo for our $500 donation. Foundation running a campaign for bequests for those interested. Past Presidents of RCE may like to be part of panel to choose new District Governor.
Rob Kilkullen: Need more volunteers for Anzac Day ceremony. Breakfast at Pierross afterwards on Eltham Terrace – book through TRY. Next week’s meeting at Montmorency RSL with Bob Ellsworthy as speaker.
Dale Atkins: First Festival Committee meeting last Monday night. Please save date for Festival on weekend of 10/11 November.
Alan McCleary: Last week’s BBQ raised $840.
Mike Englefield: Golf Day at Greenacres and Cocktail Party afterwards a great success. Josh thrilled with the success of the event – had hoped to raise $10,000 but may achieve closer to $12,000.
The Charter for the Rotary Club of Eltham was granted on 19 April 1973 and was presented at a meeting held at Glenn College, La Trobe University on Friday 1st June 1973 by District Governor Alex Rigg. The Club was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Greensborough and the Governor’s Special Representative was PP Ron Myerscough.Present at the charter dinner was the President of the Rotary Club of Altona Pi Beecham and his wife Majorie. (Pi joined Eltham in 1980).
At the time of the presentation there were 27 members and the Charter President was Geoff Dreverman. The other charter officers were Vice President Neville Emerson, Secretary Norm Tilling, Treasurer John Smibert and Directors Barry Gaudion, Bry Ham, Bruce Holland, Stan Jessop, Bob McLellan and Norm Williams. Sergeant –at –Arms was Keith Kelley (Keith was the only former Rotarian in the club). The members were determined that the club should have a character of its own and adopted a ’play it by ear’ attitude.
Help us raise funds by buying your Entertainment Book from The Rotary Club of Eltham. You'll receive hundreds of valuable offers for everything you love to do, and help our fundraising at the same time. Hurry, Entertainment Books sell out quickly.
Talk to Paul Kelly on 0410 517 529 or click on the link below. Think about getting extra copies for families and friends. Or consider the digital option which allows 3 family members access and has the handy "near me" search option.
When Shayla, now 24, was little, mum Cheryl Meredith promised her she would not miss out on the fun things her younger, athletic brother did. Now keeping this promise will be easier when a shed to store cumbersome, heavy adaptive bikes is built near the Diamond Creek Trail. The shed is a combined project by Nillumbik Shire Council, the Brotherhood of St Laurence and the Australian Government.
Council would love to hear from anyone who has, or knows someone with an adaptive bike, or who would use one now that a shed is being built to store them in Diamond Creek. To discuss specific needs or get involved in planning the shed, please contact Council’s Community Inclusion Coordinator Angela Lampard on 9433 3355 or email inclusion@nillumbik.vic.gov.au by 27 April.
Round 3 saw Judy Sharp as our top tipster missing out by 1 for the perfect nine. Osteosarcoma (Alan McCleary) still heads the pack with 18 pts, closing fast is Kiwi Annie and DABlues. Good Luck in Round 4
Perfect score Jackpot Round 4 now $60
2017 - 2018 Board
President
Judy Sharp
President Elect
Jill Ramsay
Rotary Foundation
Kevin Hadingham
Secretary
Ann Lynch
Aquabox
Dale Atkins
Treasurer
Lou Bolzonello
Membership
Margaret Lane (interim)
Immediate Past President
Kevin Hadingham
Public Relations
Sally Squires
Community Service
Alan McCleary
Club Administration
Jill Ramsay
Youth Service
Ken Paynter
Club Service and Program
Alison Cooper
International Service
Rob Kilcullen
2017 Festival
Jill Ramsay
PAST PRESIDENTS The Rotary Club Of Eltham Chartered 19th April 1973, District 9790
Geoff Dreverman 73-74: Neville Emerson 74-75: Bruce Holland 75-76: Bob McLellan 76-77:
Doug Blaikie 77-78: Les Clarke 78-79: Keith Kelley 79-80: John Smibert 80-81: Paul Gardner 81-82:
Chris Parenthoine 82-83: Arthur Trainor 83-84: Merv Günter 84-85: John Maltha 85-86: Graeme Beyer 86-87:
Mike Ramsay 87-88: Terry Boocock 88-89: Ken Ferguson 89-90: Bill Penna 90-91: John Jacobson 91-92:
Jim Nairn 92-93: Nigel Bell 93-94: David Bowen 94-95: Ian Thomas 95-96: Vic Vela 96-97: Gabor Tamas 97-98:
Gordon Birch 98-99: Gary Reid 99-00: Mike Irwin 00-01: John Lewis 01-02: Brian Weyman 02- 03:
Graeme Hardiman 03-04: Alan Anderson 04-05: Chris Chapple 05-06: Max Lee 06-07: Ross McDonald 07-08:
David Flint 08-09: Tony Wason 09-10: Michael Englefield 10-11: Rob Kilcullen 11-12: Mike Wetzler 12-13:
Ken Paynter 13-14: Con Proussalis 14-15: David McFarlane 15-16
