Rotary Club of Corowa

Charted 17th May 1939

This weeks meeting celebrated and reminisced about the 80 years of the Rotary Club of Corowa. We were charted by the Albury RC on the 17th May 1939. Since then we have had many years of excellent service to the community. We have been involved with all aspects of Rotary and have helped to raise lots of money for Rotary and community events. The meeting reminisced about all the things we have been involved in and the fun we have had as a club. From Youth Exchange, DIK, School Bursaries, Ride to Conference, Bike-a-thons, Community Xmas Parties, IGA Giving tree, Group Study Exchange, Polio Plus, RAWCS, RYPEN, RYLA, National Youth Science Forum. Murray Darling School of Freshwater, Rowers Park Rotunda, Movember The Fred Taylor Scholarships, Pride of Workmanship, the Easter Egg Hunt, Karinya Fete, Ian Murphy Memorial Debates, KVE Catering, Whiteheads Wetlands, Clean up the Highway, Battery Roundup and Bowel Scan, to our big projects, NYE Fireworks, Federation Parade, Federation Festival, B&S Ball and the Federation Markets. We have been a valuable and important part of the community and all our members (past and present) should be proud of the service above self we give to the Corowa community.

Program and Roster:

Phil and Joyce Ogden - Cyclists

Wednesday 22nd MAY

RSL CLUB

Chairman Benoit T

Treasurer

Ayon G (Neil D)

Rotary Grace Neil D

Loyal Toast Wally C

International Toast

Graeme C

Rotary Information Ian B

Sergeant’s Help

Alan W

79 Years of Service 15/5/2019: Issue 80. Number 45

2018–2019–PresidentBillBott–DistrictGovernorMalcolmKerr–RotaryInternationalPresidentBarryRassin

80th Charter Night – History.

Rotary Grace:

Oh Lord, the giver

of all good, We thank you for

our daily food. May Rotary friends and Rotary ways,

Help us to serve you all our days.

Amen. …………………

For Good Food,

For Good Fellowship

And the opportunity to Serve in Rotary, We Give Thanks.

Amen. …………………

Today we are

thankful for all we’ve received.

However we live, we firmly believe

All is a blessing that we must pass on

No matter our status or where we have

gone. Kindness and generosity are what

we impart Showing the world what’s in Rotary’s

heart.

Rotary 4 way Test:

1: Is it the TRUTH? 2: Is it FAIR to all

concerned? 3: Will it build

GOODWILL and BETTER

FRIENDSHIPS? 4: Will it be

BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Upcoming Events: Wed 22nd MAY: Cyclists from Manchester - RSL. Wed 29th MAY: Rotarian Graham to speak - RSL. Wed 5th JUNE: Geoff Brown - RSL. Wed 12th JUNE: Program and Venue TBC. Wed 19th JUNE: Program and Venue TBC. Wed 26th JUNE: Benoit - RSL.

International toast: None this Week. Rotary Information: Rot Alan spoke about the tractor event. See Poster: 1: Benoit: Reminder our awesome Exchange Student Benoit is available to go with any Club member on any activity - please give him a ring: his Mobile is 0490 026 515. He is back from Safari and is at the Poidevin’s. 2: Combined Board Meeting: Minutes out soon. President Bill also announced the resignation of Eric S from the club. It is with regret and many thanks for all his effort in Rotary over his time in the club.

I am now in preparation mode for my journey to attend the RotaryConvention inHamburgGermany,whichwill be held the firstweek ofJune.VicePresidentGaryPoidevinwillbe in theChairwhile IamawayandIthankGaryinadvanceforfulfillingthisroleduringmyabsence.MypreparationseemstobeasalwaysjustalittleshortontimebutIguessIwillmanagemostessentialtasks.MymailtodaycontainedabreakupofRotaryClubsonastatisticalbasisacrossworldmembership.Theaveragemembershipofclubsacross theworldis33members.23%ofRotarymembersarewomen.Itisestimatedthat 22%of all Rotarians are 70 years or older and only 2% are underthirtyyearsofage.Theotherstatisticrelatedtoageis thatonly26%orall Rotarians are under fifty. Rotary has a need for younger members.CorowaRotaryhastheneedtoalsoattractyoungermembers.

Presidents Muscat: Rot. Graeme C and Rot. Graham B

Cut the Cards: Pres. Bill B

Rotary Club of Corowa:

Website: http://www.corowarotary.org.au

We are also on FACEBOOK! https://www.facebook.com/corowarotary/

Meeting Date WED May 29th WED June 5th WED June 12th Venue RSL CLUB RSL CLUB RSL CLUB Program Rotarian Graham B Geoff Brown TBC Chairman Jeff N Norm O’F Robyn R Treasurer Stephen A Jeff N Norm O’F

Rotary Grace Ayon G (Benoit T) Stephen A Jeff N Loyal Toast Neil D Ayon G (Benoit T) Stephen A

International Toast Wally C Neil D Ayon G (Benoit T) Rotary Information Graeme C Wally C Neil D

Sergeants Help Ian B Graeme C Wally C

Order form on the Website:

www.corowarotary.org.au

The Rotary Club Of Corowa meets every WEDNESDAY at the Corowa RSL Club: 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start

President 2018-2019: Rotarian Bill Bott Secretary: Rotarian Eric Sadlowski

Treasurer: Rotarian David Potts Vice President: Rotarian Gary Poidevin

President Elect 2019-20: Rotarian Paul Miegel P.O. Box 153 Corowa, NSW, 2646.

Bulletin Editor: Stephen Apps stephen.apps@bigpond.com - 0438 371 973

Please remember to notify Neil Davis if you CAN NOT attend our weekly meetings or if you wish to bring any guests.

If you are arranging a guest speaker, please advise Neil of the number of people attending and if they need the screen and projector.

Neil can be contacted by: Phone or text on 0499 878 529 or email davis98@bigpond.net.au

The deadline for replies is 11 am on Wednesday

1939 - Chartered 17th May - Chartered Rotary Club of Benalla 1939-45 - War years, civilian war effort. 1940 - Chartered Rotary Clubs of Leeton and Wangaratta 1946 - Chartered Rotary Club of Yarrawonga/Mulwala 1945-50 - Food for Britain Fund- Portsea Camps 1955-56 - Wheat Farming. Lease land at the airfield was prepared and sown, mostly at night, with borrowed equipment and variable skills. Favoured in 1955 with a good growing season, crop stripped and bagged in temperatures of 107 on New Year Holiday. Profit to the Memorial Hall Fund. - In 1956 the repeat effort was a rare battle with the elements and machinery problems throughout preparation, the crop was later submerged, hence a failure and financial disaster. Nevertheless the Club still donated the imaginary profit from its charity funds. 1957 - Cattle Project. A then unique and most profitable long term scheme which was later emulated by many other local organisations. Twenty five Hereford cows in calf were purchased for $70 each, financed by debentures from the 25 members and farmed out to seven members and two friends. - By 1970 the net return had exceeded $12,000 which was dispersed to various charities annually. The project was phased out in the mid 70’s due to low prices, breeding problems and poor seasons. Amongst worthy shepherds the key words were “Don’t fence them in”. 1958 - Redlands Road tree planting. After 30 year almost half had survived. 1963 - First Student Exchange with America. One incoming and one outgoing the following year. 1965 - Sheep for India. First major independent international project commenced. After immense and protracted red tape to solve problems of health, transport, export licence and quarantine etc. the gifts of 25 stud Corriedale ewes were located at the Research Farm at Kodaikanal. Reports from India in 1967 indicated that the sheep acclimatised well and were prospering. 1972 - Telethon Appeal for Hospital X-ray. 1973 - Bikathon for Mansfield Autistic Centre 1974 - Day Care Transport gift - Technical College Project. A long battle with bureaucracy saw the old primary school acquired as premises for the college. The daughter of one of the clubs charter members was instrumental in expanding courses as Registrar from 1985-88 to develop a most valuable local asset. 1975 - Construction of spinning wheel and stands. 1976 - Construction of brick electric barbecue at Ball Park, removed since to Bangerang Park. Funds for search and rescue equipment. 1977 - Construction of Sports Equipment for Little Athletics Organisation. 1978 - Heart Foundation Bikathon 1979 - Construction of furniture for Mansfield Autistic Centre. Mower raffle for Hear Foundation. 1980 - Construction of Street seats for Corowa and Rutherglen shopping centres. 1982 - Red Cross mannequin parade. 1984 - First District Govenor from the Club, Lyons Kerans. - Vampire Jet Project. A World War II De Havilland Vampire Jet donate by current member Graeme Campbell was restored and ultimately erected as a monument to the R.A.A.F. at the R.S.L. Club. Considerable craftsmanship was exhibited by several members and many hours of semi-skilled labour over a period of 18 months was involved before the impressive aircraft was placed in position in 1985. 1986 - Pergola construction and paving at Karinya Elderly Citizens Home, the scene of many working bees over the years. - Assist Knoxville Cyclathon for Australian Rotary Health Research Fund 1987 - Federation Park Patio and Seating Project. - Polio Plus fundraising started, with the clubs target exceeded in 1988. - Chartered Rotary Club of Rutherglen. 1988 - Stage one of the Bicentennial project in conjunction with Corowa Shire, River Walk and Park. One hundred trees were planted and nursed through a long hot summer. - Charles Sturt Park prepared, lawn sown, trees planted sprinkler system installed and plaque affixed to appropriate red gum log. 1989 - May 17th - 50th Anniversary of Charter. August 5th – Celebrations, guest of honour I.P.P.R.I. Royce Abbey and his wife Jean. Civic Reception. Commemorative Tree Planting and Golden Anniversary Dinner at the R.S.L. Club. 2002 - First female inducted into the club - Gail Law, soon followed by more, changing the face of the club forever. 2003- Hosted Group Study Exchange Team from Sweden, District 2380. 2004 - Commenced catering for Restored Military Vehicle group when they visit Corowa, this has become an ongoing and very profitable exercise. - First Scholarship Fund Gala Dinner Dance held 2005 - First two Tertiary Scholarships Awarded for $2,500 each. - First female President - Gail Law. - Commenced community newsletter The COG in an effort to lift the clubs profile, and seemed to receive a favourable response amongst local businesses and the community. - Received recognition from ARHRF for having given $1,000 per member to the fund. - First Pro-am held at Corowa Golf Resort 2008 - In May 2008 eleven members and friends travelled to Vanuatu to spend a week working on refurbishing classrooms at the Port Villa Central School 2014 - Took over Federation Festival committee and began running monthly markets, now called Corowa Rotary Federation Markets. Also began running annual BnS Ball on Australia Day weekend. Parade suspended for a year. 2015 - Co-ordinated community funded New Years Eve Fireworks 2016 - Added Federation Dinner- Tim Fischer Oration to the Federation Festival weekend and re-booted the Federation Parade on the Sunday of Australia Day weekend. 2017 - Club undertakes the Whitehead Street Wetlands projects and receives grants totalling $120,000.

2018-2019 WilliamBott

Out Bound Exchange Students

2018 Brydee Lavis – Finland 2019 Debra Everingham - Brazil

Rotary Club of Corowa Members

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Stephen Apps (PP PHF)

Bill Bott AM Ian Brooks

Graham Brown (PP PHF) Margaret Brown (PHF)

Graeme Campbell (PP PHF) Wally Cann (PP PHF) Neil Davies (PP PHF)

Arthur Francis (PP PHF) Ayon Guha

Meredith Miegel (PP PHF) Paul Miegel Jeff Nixon

Norman O’Flaherty (PP PHF) Gary Poidevin OAM (PP PHF)

David Potts (PP PHF) Robyn Rhodes Debbie Rowe

Eric Sadlowski Howard Scheetz (PP PHF)

David Talbot (PP PHF) Ray Terrill (PHF)

Alan Wilson (PP PHF) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~