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2009-2010 ANNUAL REPORT

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ANNUAL REPORT

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June 2010 Atrium

Past Presidents 1989-90 1990-91

1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97

1997-98 1998-99 1999-00 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10

Tom Williams (Charter President) John Revel Geoff Dawson Brian Slater Peter Gumley Chris Wardle Ian Menzies Gerry Swan PHF Kym Johnson Julie Nicholson PHFLen Marinovich PHFReg Prasad PHF Sivaram Vemuri Harry Coehn PHF Martyn Wilkinson Rod Strong Graham Wright Malika Okeil PHFDiana Leeder Sandy Oldroyd Heather TraegerQuentin Kilian Wendy Mackay

Board Members

President President Elect Secretary Treasurer Club Administration Membership Service Projects Rotary Foundation

Appointments Information Officer Bulletin Editor Deputy Bulletin Editor Sergeant Club Historian Attendance Officer(s) Public Relations/Media Public Officer Club Protection/Risk Officer Audio Visual Coordinator Webmaster Fund Raising Manager

District Service 2010-11

Tom Williams (Charter President)

PHF

PHF PHF

PHF PHF

PHF Martyn Wilkinson PHF

Graham Wright PHF

Heather Traeger

Business Consultancy Electricity Supply Steel Products DistributionBuilding Societies Telecommunications NationalDesktop PublishingTourism Market Insurance General Communication EngineersGovernment Policy AdministrationPsychiatry Medicine General PracticeEducation - Tertiary Economics Personnel Management Windows AluminiumPolicing Auctioneer Information TechnologyGovernment – Arts AdministrationAdministration – GovernmentWorkplace RelationsInternational Business ManagementHealth Remote Services

Incoming 2010-11 Outgoing Joy Passmore Di Borella Lyn Hodges Ian Berry Di Borella Quentin Kilian Martyn Wilkinson Ainsley Ward

Wendy MackayJoy PassmoreDiana Leeder / Frank StewartIan BerryJoy PassmoreDi BorellaClaire JohanssonMarilynne Marshall

Frank Stewart Frank Stewart Ian Berry Jeff Borella Frank Stewart Arullan Naidoo / Wendy Mackay Julie Nicholson Lorraine Corowa Leanne Hardinge Martyn Wilkinson/Warren Leeder Chris Mackay

Frank StewartFrank StewartIan BerrJeff BorellaFrank StewartMalika Okeil/Geraldeen DeutromJulie Nicholson/Michael StorrsIan BerryMarilynne MarshallWarren Leeder/Martyn WilkinsonChris MackayTim Cross

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Business Consultancy

Steel Products Distribution

munications National Desktop Publishing

Communication Engineers Government Policy Administration

Medicine General Practice Tertiary Economics Personnel

Windows Aluminium

Information Technology Arts Administration

Government Workplace Relations International Business Management Health Remote Services

Outgoing 2009-10 Wendy Mackay Joy Passmore Diana Leeder / Frank Stewart Ian Berry Joy Passmore

Borella Claire Johansson Marilynne Marshall

Frank Stewart Frank Stewart Ian Berry Jeff Borella Frank Stewart Malika Okeil/Geraldeen Deutrom Julie Nicholson/Michael Storrs Ian Berry Marilynne Marshall Warren Leeder/Martyn Wilkinson Chris Mackay Tim Cross

Group 1 Representatives Diana Leeder – Group Study ESandy Oldroyd – Youth ProgramsJulie Nicholson – The Rotary Foundation

Group Study Exchange Youth Programs The Rotary Foundation

Martyn Wilkinson – Rotary Australia World Community Service and Australian Rotary Health Club Volunteers Marg Manfield and Jan ContiMedical Aid for Children

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Rotary Australia World Community Service and Australian Rotary Health

Jan Conti – Rotary Oceana

Current Active Members

Rotarian 1 Shirley Alison

2 Natasha Angelo

3 Ian Berry

4 Di Borella

5 Jeff Borella

6 Lorraine Corowa

7 Jan Conti

8 Geraldeen Deutrom

9 Denise Dickson

10 Purdy Eades

11 Vidula Garde

12 Leanne Hardinge

13 Ken Hatfield PP, PHF

14 Ken Hodges PP, PHF

15 Lyn Hodges PP, PHF

16 Quentin Kilian

17 Diana Leeder PP

18 Warren Leeder PHF

19 John Livesley

20 Wendy Mackay IPP

21 Marg Manfield PHF

22 Marilynne Marshall PHF

23 Asha McLaren PP, PHF

24 Arullan Naidoo

25 Julie Nicholson PP, PHF

26 Malika Okeil PP, PHF

27 Sandy Oldroyd PP, PHF

28 Joy Passmore

29 Jen Pocock

30 Roger Pocock

31 James Smith

32 Frank Stewart PP, PHF

33 Ron Strachan

34 Sally Thomas PHF

35 Heather Traeger PP

36 Sivaram Vemuri PP, PHF

37 Ainsley Ward

38 Martyn Wilkinson PP, PHF

Associate Members

Michelle Menzies

Shirley Richards

Liz Scott

Members

Partner Classification Health Education Services

Career Education and Counseling

Judy Computer Services

Jeff Aboriginal & Torres St Health

Di Local Government Administration

Warren Government Commercial Services

Nursing General

John Linguistics

Psychology Services

John Business Support

Ashok Clinical Psychology

Community Service Consultancy

Julie Insurance General

Lyn Business Administration

Ken Association Management

Connie International Business Management

Warren Government – Arts Administration

Diana Courier Services

Geraldeen Indigenous Tertiary Education

Dan Health Remote Services

Electrical Engineering Administration

Risk Management

John Legal Services

Mel Pharmacy Services

Martyn Government Policy Administration

Keith Information Technology

Tissa Administration – Government

Bill Retail Fashion

Sales Management

Mary Industry Career Advisor

Brooke Health Promotion Services

Regional Education Admin

Flag Manufacture and Retail

Duncan Judiciary

Brendan Workplace Relations

Jyoti Education - Tertiary Economics

Paul Federal Parliamentary Services

Julie Windows Aluminum

Honorary Member

Val Asche PHF

Joe Davis PP, PHF

Jim Kuskey

Andrew Leo

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Counseling

Aboriginal & Torres St Health

Local Government Administration

Government Commercial Services

Community Service Consultancy

International Business Management

Arts Administration

Indigenous Tertiary Education

Electrical Engineering Administration

Government Policy Administration

Government

ary Economics

Federal Parliamentary Services

In remembrance

Graham had a distinguished history of ‘Service Above Self’ commencing with many years as a member of Apex and being award Life Membership by that organisation. He was a charter member and the inaugural President of the Rotary Club of Ballarat West and joined the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise in 1993. During Graham’s Rotary service of some 23 years he was an active contributor to Club Service. This was exemplified by his record at Darwin Sunrise where he served with distinction as President, Secretary Treasurer and Sergeant. As well as serving in these executive positions he also served as Director of each of the Four Avenues of Service over the years and in some cases more than once. Graham was always been there to assist and make a positive contribution to Club administration and the good conduct of our meetings. Over the years Graham diligently represented his vocation and retired as a senior partner and director of Raine and Horne Real Estate after an acknowledged successful career as an auctioneer. He was committed to the application of Rotary’s Four Way Test to his workplace and was instrumental in growing his firm and leading the Raine and Horne team as Darwin’s leading Real Estate business. Graham actively participated in and contributed to a number and range of Vocational Service programs, projects and events. These have in part included job talks, workplace visitations, the staging of the Darwin Orchid Spectacular, the Annual St John Paramedic of the Year Award and the Annual Aboriginal Health Worker of Excellence Awards.

A man of compassion, always willing to give of his time, talents and wealth in support of the community and those in need. Graham had an abiding cNT Cancer Council and in particular its Annual Daffodil Day fundraiser with the organisation of his many ‘Sausage Sizzles’ over the years. He was the instigator of a number of the Club’s Community Service fundraising activitiesClub’s very successful Beer Tasting Dinner Functions. He was usually the first to volunteer for most, if not all activities in the Club’s service to the community.

Graham stood out as a man of action, prepared to become personally iand hands on assistance to under developed communities within the Pacific region. He travelled to the Philippines to assist in the building of a Nutritional Centre, built ablution blocks for year 7 students in Papua New Guinea and built scyclone in the Solomon Islands. These activities coupled with his ongoing support for all the Club’s International Service projects culminated in the Club awarding Graham a Paul Harris Fellowship on behalf of the Rotary Foundacelebrated by the Rotary International’s Four Avenues of Service Award.

‘The world is poorer for the loss of this wonderful man who had such a big heart and

remembrance..

VALE GRAHAM WRIGHT14/7/1942 - 11/10/2009

Graham had a distinguished history of ‘Service Above Self’ commencing with many years as a member of Apex and being award Life Membership by that organisation. He was a harter member and the inaugural President of the Rotary Club of Ballarat West and

joined the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise in 1993. During Graham’s Rotary service of some 23 years he was an active contributor to Club Service. This was exemplified by his

cord at Darwin Sunrise where he served with distinction as President, Secretary Treasurer and Sergeant. As well as serving in these executive positions he also served as Director of each of the Four Avenues of Service over the years and in some cases more than once. Graham was always been there to assist and make a positive contribution to Club administration and the good conduct of our meetings.

Over the years Graham diligently represented his vocation and retired as a senior partner and Horne Real Estate after an acknowledged successful career as

an auctioneer. He was committed to the application of Rotary’s Four Way Test to his workplace and was instrumental in growing his firm and leading the Raine and Horne

g Real Estate business. Graham actively participated in and contributed to a number and range of Vocational Service programs, projects and events. These have in part included job talks, workplace visitations, the staging of the Darwin

he Annual St John Paramedic of the Year Award and the Annual Aboriginal Health Worker of Excellence Awards.

A man of compassion, always willing to give of his time, talents and wealth in support of the community and those in need. Graham had an abiding commitment to the work of the NT Cancer Council and in particular its Annual Daffodil Day fundraiser with the organisation of his many ‘Sausage Sizzles’ over the years. He was the instigator of a number of the Club’s Community Service fundraising activities as exemplified by the Club’s very successful Beer Tasting Dinner Functions. He was usually the first to volunteer for most, if not all activities in the Club’s service to the community.

Graham stood out as a man of action, prepared to become personally iand hands on assistance to under developed communities within the Pacific region. He travelled to the Philippines to assist in the building of a Nutritional Centre, built ablution blocks for year 7 students in Papua New Guinea and built shelters for villagers after a cyclone in the Solomon Islands. These activities coupled with his ongoing support for all the Club’s International Service projects culminated in the Club awarding Graham a Paul Harris Fellowship on behalf of the Rotary Foundation. Graham’s ‘Life of Service’ was also celebrated by the Rotary International’s Four Avenues of Service Award.


cheeky attitude’.

CELEBRATING

A LIFE OF SERVICE

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GRAHAM WRIGHT 11/10/2009

Graham had a distinguished history of ‘Service Above Self’ commencing with many years as a member of Apex and being award Life Membership by that organisation. He was a harter member and the inaugural President of the Rotary Club of Ballarat West and

joined the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise in 1993. During Graham’s Rotary service of some 23 years he was an active contributor to Club Service. This was exemplified by his

cord at Darwin Sunrise where he served with distinction as President, Secretary Treasurer and Sergeant. As well as serving in these executive positions he also served as Director of each of the Four Avenues of Service over the years and in some cases more than once. Graham was always been there to assist and make a positive contribution to

Over the years Graham diligently represented his vocation and retired as a senior partner and Horne Real Estate after an acknowledged successful career as

an auctioneer. He was committed to the application of Rotary’s Four Way Test to his workplace and was instrumental in growing his firm and leading the Raine and Horne

g Real Estate business. Graham actively participated in and contributed to a number and range of Vocational Service programs, projects and events. These have in part included job talks, workplace visitations, the staging of the Darwin

he Annual St John Paramedic of the Year Award and the Annual

A man of compassion, always willing to give of his time, talents and wealth in support of ommitment to the work of the

NT Cancer Council and in particular its Annual Daffodil Day fundraiser with the organisation of his many ‘Sausage Sizzles’ over the years. He was the instigator of a

as exemplified by the Club’s very successful Beer Tasting Dinner Functions. He was usually the first to volunteer for most, if not all activities in the Club’s service to the community.

Graham stood out as a man of action, prepared to become personally involved in travel and hands on assistance to under developed communities within the Pacific region. He travelled to the Philippines to assist in the building of a Nutritional Centre, built ablution

helters for villagers after a cyclone in the Solomon Islands. These activities coupled with his ongoing support for all the Club’s International Service projects culminated in the Club awarding Graham a Paul

tion. Graham’s ‘Life of Service’ was also celebrated by the Rotary International’s Four Avenues of Service Award.


CELEBRATING

A LIFE OF SERVICE

Our Program

Introductions of visiting Rotarians & Member’s

Induction of 2010

Meet & Greet

Call to Order

Grace & Loyal Toast


Guests

Club Awards presentation

Brunch & fellowship

Induction of 2010-11 Club President

Introduction of 2010-11 Board

Celebrity Heads

Foundation Draw

Heads & Tails

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Menu

Selection of sliced fresh fruit and natural yoghurt

Assortment of Danish pastries and croissants, selection of muffins

Selection of fruit preserves and honey

English muffins topped with scrambled eggs

Grilled tomato, hash brown, crispy bacon and chipolata sausages

For good FRIENDS and good

And the opportunity to SERVE

Set Breakfast

On the table

Chilled Orange Juice



Selection of fruit preserves and honey

Freshly brewed coffee and tea

Served to the table

lish muffins topped with scrambled eggs


Freshly brewed coffee and tea

Grace For good FRIENDS and good

FOOD

And the opportunity to SERVE

We give Thanks

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President’s Report

As I pen my final report in my role as President of the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunri

I realise that another chapter is closing in the history of the club and for me

personally. When I took over the role of President, it was with some fear. Quentin

had taken the club to a greater strength. Now I was given the responsibility for the

next 12 months. This role is probably one of the most difficult roles I have had. Every

member in our club has chosen to donate their time and effort as volunteers in our

community. To nurture this commitment to ensure that this is well spent is no easy

task and a huge responsibility. If members do not see that their efforts are

worthwhile, they will seek other avenues to meet this need.

The 2009-10 year saw some of our members leave because of work transfers,

personal commitments and sadly,

called to higher service. We have also inducted some new members which is great to

see. (Welcome is extended to

Hodges, Arullan Naidoo. Our new associate members are Maxine Fl

Scott) The enthusiasm from our club members clearly shows that Rotary is still a

strong volunteer organisation in our community.

The importance of the development of the 5 year vision provided both the club and I

with guidance as to what

members thought the club should be aspiring towards. This document has been a

living document and effort has been made to work towards our vision. The website

has been redesigned; the bulletin is now more

in colour. Thank you goes to Chris, Quentin and Frank for their work in this area.

Frank, a special mention to you for your advice, guidance and gentle reminders! With

Roger in the lead, we started to work on the deve

will continue as this project comes to fruition. We will succeed.

This year’s theme was “The future of Rotary is in your hands”. I chose my theme for

the year “reach out to our future

Looking at the activities that our club has been involved in over the past year shows

that we are investing in the future of our community and the world.

In addition to our ongoing activities including raising money for the eradication of

Polio, we also donated money to the Henbury School. This Special School is for

President’s Report

As I pen my final report in my role as President of the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunri




12 months. This role is probably one of the most difficult roles I have had. Every



nd a huge responsibility. If members do not see that their efforts are

worthwhile, they will seek other avenues to meet this need.

10 year saw some of our members leave because of work transfers,

personal commitments and sadly, our recent Paul Harris Fellow, Graham Wright was

to higher service. We have also inducted some new members which is great to

Welcome is extended to Shirley Alison, Leanne Hardinge, Ken Hodges, Lyn

aidoo. Our new associate members are Maxine Fl

The enthusiasm from our club members clearly shows that Rotary is still a

strong volunteer organisation in our community.


with guidance as to what we can work to and more importantly what the club



has been redesigned; the bulletin is now more vibrant and eye catching being printed



Roger in the lead, we started to work on the development of a signature event. Work

will continue as this project comes to fruition. We will succeed.


the year “reach out to our future – our children” as an extension o


that we are investing in the future of our community and the world.


olio, we also donated money to the Henbury School. This Special School is for

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As I pen my final report in my role as President of the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise,




12 months. This role is probably one of the most difficult roles I have had. Every



nd a huge responsibility. If members do not see that their efforts are

10 year saw some of our members leave because of work transfers,

arris Fellow, Graham Wright was

to higher service. We have also inducted some new members which is great to

Shirley Alison, Leanne Hardinge, Ken Hodges, Lyn

aidoo. Our new associate members are Maxine Flanagan and Liz

The enthusiasm from our club members clearly shows that Rotary is still a


we can work to and more importantly what the club



vibrant and eye catching being printed



lopment of a signature event. Work


our children” as an extension of this theme.



olio, we also donated money to the Henbury School. This Special School is for

students with disabilities in both middle and senior years of schooling. Our club’s

donation was used to provide a

year’s winner would have their name engraved and the shield is placed in the front

foyer of the school. We supported other activities that focused on youth during the

year. These activities included: the plain speaking awards, a scholarship for the

Centre for Youth Music, the Cambodia project, the Siemens Science Program, the

great bike ride and of course, the Rotary Youth Exchange Program.

Our club has excelled in all avenues of service. I know that there is a desire for each

president to initiate a “signature” ev

several large events that either promotes Rotary in the community, supports the

avenues of service or provides or offers a hand to those in need. The capacity of our

members to take on another project need

the books for babies’ project and was all ready to proceed when the Chief Executive

of the Dept of Health resigned as did the Executive Director of Nursing at the Royal

Darwin Hospital. These events delayed the pro

Once this is approved, the outlay in time should be minimal but the long term benefits

to children will be immense.

One of the highlights for me this year was when the club won the

Vocational Service Trophy

Health Worker Excellence Awards were nominated for this category. Having won this

award, demonstrates how a small idea can grow to a significant event.

The Club was also successful in winning the a

which shows that our club is very current. It is also great to see that we are attracting

a wide age range to our club. I was surprised to learn that our club was the first clubs

in the District to be chartered with wome

that continues today.

As in previous years, there are several of our club members who have nominated to

take on additional roles within Rotary. This year saw Sandy Oldroyd complete her

third year as Assistant Distric

role of GSE Coordinator for Group 1. Jan Conti has carried on the ROMAC program.

Warren Leeder has taken on the role of YSE counsellor for our inbound student.

Martyn Wilkinson took on the role as Trea

accept my personal thanks.


donation was used to provide a Rotary Student Citizen of the Year shield which each

ner would have their name engraved and the shield is placed in the front



Music, the Cambodia project, the Siemens Science Program, the



president to initiate a “signature” event during their year. On reflection, our club has



members to take on another project needs to be considered. I had hoped to launch



Darwin Hospital. These events delayed the project but discussions are occurring.


to children will be immense.

One of the highlights for me this year was when the club won the

phy at this year’s District conference. The NT Aboriginal



The Club was also successful in winning the award for gender balance of members



in the District to be chartered with women as members. A huge milestone and one



third year as Assistant District Governor for Group 1. Dianna Leeder has taken on the



Martyn Wilkinson took on the role as Treasurer for the Bike Ride event. Please

accept my personal thanks.

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Rotary Student Citizen of the Year shield which each

ner would have their name engraved and the shield is placed in the front



Music, the Cambodia project, the Siemens Science Program, the



ent during their year. On reflection, our club has



I had hoped to launch



ject but discussions are occurring.


One of the highlights for me this year was when the club won the Maitland Low

he NT Aboriginal



ward for gender balance of members



as members. A huge milestone and one



t Governor for Group 1. Dianna Leeder has taken on the



surer for the Bike Ride event. Please

Of course, my year as President would not have been so smooth if I didn’t have the

support of a strong Club Board. Thank you to Di, Dianna, Ian, Marlynne, and Martyn

for their leadership as Directors and board officers. A thanks also goes to Roger for

trying so hard to get fund raising and the budget in the forefront of our agenda.

Jeff, thank you for taking on the role of Sergeant with the added responsibility of

adding some humour into the meetings that is complemented by the extracting of

money from our wallets.

I know that as the Club prepares to celebrate the 21

the 2010-11 President, will lead us to a stronger year. In closing, I thank each one

you for supporting me over the past year. To be bestowed the role of President is a

privilege. I thank you sincerely for extending me this privilege. I know that every

member will extend this support to Joy and her board for the coming year.

I am looking forward to continuing to offer service to Rotary, our club and the

community in a different capacity.

Yours in Rotary

Wendy Mackay

2009-10 President



s Directors and board officers. A thanks also goes to Roger for

trying so hard to get fund raising and the budget in the forefront of our agenda.


o the meetings that is complemented by the extracting of

I know that as the Club prepares to celebrate the 21st anniversary, Joy, in her role as

11 President, will lead us to a stronger year. In closing, I thank each one




ing forward to continuing to offer service to Rotary, our club and the

community in a different capacity.

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s Directors and board officers. A thanks also goes to Roger for

trying so hard to get fund raising and the budget in the forefront of our agenda. To


o the meetings that is complemented by the extracting of

anniversary, Joy, in her role as

11 President, will lead us to a stronger year. In closing, I thank each one of




ing forward to continuing to offer service to Rotary, our club and the

Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise Vision Statement 2009

By 2014 Our Public Image will invo• Update website and projects

• All Service projects with PR Photos available

• Getting the Media to promote and encourage our events and information

Our Club stands for being:• Responsible to community needs with an effective public face

• Seen to have a high level of public support for projects

• A member of Rotary - A National and International community service organisation

• Perceived as having Rotary ideals with generations "X" and "Y"

By 2014, Club Service will:• Give members satisfaction through belonging

• Have good uptake of technology including podcast, email bulletin, blogs, sms

• Have and established Calendar of events

By 2014, Rotary Foundation will involve:• Maximising the use of Rotary Grants

• Be/Have applied for rotary foundation Grant

• 100% of Members beco

PHF benefactors

Our Club's Community Service will focus on:• A Rotary bus promoting programs such as Bowel Scan, ARHF, and so on.

• Establishing a Disaster Fund

Our Club's attributes in 2014 will be:• Fun with great fellowship, program

Our Club's vocational service will be:• To continue our vocational service at an increased level

• Maintain 'Me Talks' and add 'Me Now Talks'

• Supporting an active and vibrant Rotaract Club & subsidise Rotaracto

Club meeting per month

• Sponsored annual 4 Way Test Awards

Our Club's international focus will be on:• Projects relevant to our region, including partnering with other clubs

• NT / East Timor focus

By 2014 our club numbers will be between 50 a

Youth and New Generations will focus on:• Active promotion of literacy

In 2014 our fundraising will be:• To hold 3 'Signature Events' per annum with a target of $1M raised

Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise Vision Statement 2009

By 2014 Our Public Image will involve: Update website and projects

All Service projects with PR Photos available

Getting the Media to promote and encourage our events and information

Our Club stands for being: Responsible to community needs with an effective public face

level of public support for projects

A National and International community service organisation

Perceived as having Rotary ideals with generations "X" and "Y"

By 2014, Club Service will: Give members satisfaction through belonging

ve good uptake of technology including podcast, email bulletin, blogs, sms

Have and established Calendar of events

By 2014, Rotary Foundation will involve: Maximising the use of Rotary Grants

Be/Have applied for rotary foundation Grant

100% of Members becoming Paul Harris Fellows with 10% of members becoming

Our Club's Community Service will focus on: A Rotary bus promoting programs such as Bowel Scan, ARHF, and so on.

Establishing a Disaster Fund

Our Club's attributes in 2014 will be: reat fellowship, programs and participation

Our Club's vocational service will be: To continue our vocational service at an increased level

Maintain 'Me Talks' and add 'Me Now Talks'

Supporting an active and vibrant Rotaract Club & subsidise Rotaracto

Club meeting per month

Sponsored annual 4 Way Test Awards

Our Club's international focus will be on: Projects relevant to our region, including partnering with other clubs

By 2014 our club numbers will be between 50 and 70 members

Youth and New Generations will focus on: Active promotion of literacy

In 2014 our fundraising will be: To hold 3 'Signature Events' per annum with a target of $1M raised

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Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise Vision Statement 2009-2014

Getting the Media to promote and encourage our events and information

A National and International community service organisation

ve good uptake of technology including podcast, email bulletin, blogs, sms

ming Paul Harris Fellows with 10% of members becoming

A Rotary bus promoting programs such as Bowel Scan, ARHF, and so on.

Supporting an active and vibrant Rotaract Club & subsidise Rotaractors to attend one

Projects relevant to our region, including partnering with other clubs

Incoming President’s Report

Welcome to the 2010/2011 Rotary Year. Year was announced at the District Conference in Townsville in early May Communities Bridging Continents. reinforcing this theme and as the only District withof Dili) we are certainly bridging continents. Our incoming District Governor Alan Church has already paid several visits to the Territory and participated in the PEPS, PETS and Group 1 Assembly and I look forward to his leadership during the coming year. Alan Church is committed to continuing outgoing DG Brendan Porter’s passion and involvement in Rotary projects for East Timor This year our Club celebrates a milestone in its history 1989 we were the first club in our District to induct women members and we are still leaders in this area winning the ‘Phil Dempster Gender Equity Trophy’ at this year’s conference. Our Club was also one of the first Clubs in Darwin to participate in the Club Visioning Workshops, with PDG Joanne Schilling, to formulate a five year plan for the Club. Part of my role as President for this coming year will be to reinforce and reexamine “our vision”. District Governor Allan Church and Pat will visit our club July and I would like to celebrate this visit, along with our 21breakfast to mark the occasions. As well, throughfew fellowship / family ‘Sunday Brunch Meetings’ so we can all gcasual basis and enjoy each other’s company Our membership is constantly changing and evolving as Darwin is a very mobile population and we need to be more proactive in seeking members who are committed to the ideals of Rotary and enjoy the participation in projects and activities that we need to pursue especially in the fund raising area. Our Club has many ongoing projects to support Garden at the Cowdy Ward,English Speaking Awards. The Aboriginal Health Worker Excellence Awards, The Paramedic of the Year Awards the Cambodian Project to name just a few. We are constantly hearing of worthwhile projects ainspiration to us and we would love to support them all. The coming year will be challenging as there is still uncertainty in the financial sector and it is very easy to get caught up in the doom and gloom of the daily get a reality check when you hear a guest speaker at your Club meeting or read your Rotary Down Under magazine and see that Rotary is making a difference to people’s lives and we are a part of it.

Joy Passmore

2010-11 President Elect

Incoming President’s Report

Welcome to the 2010/2011 Rotary Year. The International theme for this Rotary Year was announced at the District Conference in Townsville in early May Communities Bridging Continents. Through the work we do within our Clubs we are reinforcing this theme and as the only District with an International Club (Rotary Club of Dili) we are certainly bridging continents.

Our incoming District Governor Alan Church has already paid several visits to the Territory and participated in the PEPS, PETS and Group 1 Assembly and I look

is leadership during the coming year. Alan Church is committed to continuing outgoing DG Brendan Porter’s passion and involvement in Rotary projects

This year our Club celebrates a milestone in its history – 21 years old! On the 26 July 89 we were the first club in our District to induct women members and we are still

leaders in this area winning the ‘Phil Dempster Gender Equity Trophy’ at this year’s conference. Our Club was also one of the first Clubs in Darwin to participate in the

ub Visioning Workshops, with PDG Joanne Schilling, to formulate a five year plan

Part of my role as President for this coming year will be to reinforce and reexamine “our vision”. District Governor Allan Church and Pat will visit our club July and I would like to celebrate this visit, along with our 21st birthday, with a special breakfast to mark the occasions. As well, through-out the year I would like to hold a few fellowship / family ‘Sunday Brunch Meetings’ so we can all gcasual basis and enjoy each other’s company – without having to ‘dash’ off to work. Our membership is constantly changing and evolving as Darwin is a very mobile population and we need to be more proactive in seeking members who are

tted to the ideals of Rotary and enjoy the participation in projects and activities that we need to pursue especially in the fund raising area.

Our Club has many ongoing projects to support – the Polio Tins project, Joan Ridley Garden at the Cowdy Ward, National Science Forum, Centre for Youth Music, Plain English Speaking Awards. The Aboriginal Health Worker Excellence Awards, The Paramedic of the Year Awards the Cambodian Project to name just a few. We are constantly hearing of worthwhile projects and having guest speakers who are an inspiration to us and we would love to support them all.

The coming year will be challenging as there is still uncertainty in the financial sector and it is very easy to get caught up in the doom and gloom of the daily get a reality check when you hear a guest speaker at your Club meeting or read your Rotary Down Under magazine and see that Rotary is making a difference to people’s lives and we are a part of it.

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The International theme for this Rotary Year was announced at the District Conference in Townsville in early May Building

Through the work we do within our Clubs we are an International Club (Rotary Club

Our incoming District Governor Alan Church has already paid several visits to the Territory and participated in the PEPS, PETS and Group 1 Assembly and I look

is leadership during the coming year. Alan Church is committed to continuing outgoing DG Brendan Porter’s passion and involvement in Rotary projects

21 years old! On the 26 July 89 we were the first club in our District to induct women members and we are still

leaders in this area winning the ‘Phil Dempster Gender Equity Trophy’ at this year’s conference. Our Club was also one of the first Clubs in Darwin to participate in the

ub Visioning Workshops, with PDG Joanne Schilling, to formulate a five year plan

Part of my role as President for this coming year will be to reinforce and reexamine “our vision”. District Governor Allan Church and Pat will visit our club on Friday 30

birthday, with a special out the year I would like to hold a

few fellowship / family ‘Sunday Brunch Meetings’ so we can all get together on a without having to ‘dash’ off to work.

Our membership is constantly changing and evolving as Darwin is a very mobile population and we need to be more proactive in seeking members who are

tted to the ideals of Rotary and enjoy the participation in projects and activities

the Polio Tins project, Joan Ridley National Science Forum, Centre for Youth Music, Plain

English Speaking Awards. The Aboriginal Health Worker Excellence Awards, The Paramedic of the Year Awards the Cambodian Project to name just a few. We are

nd having guest speakers who are an

The coming year will be challenging as there is still uncertainty in the financial sector and it is very easy to get caught up in the doom and gloom of the daily news until you get a reality check when you hear a guest speaker at your Club meeting or read your Rotary Down Under magazine and see that Rotary is making a difference to people’s

Treasurer’s Report My second year as Treasurer, has been as interesting experience as the first. My major goal for this year have been to codify a budget process. This project has had a rocky year and still remains incomplete. When perusing the figures yet complete, with most figures being up to 31 Current Assets are approx $6,000 in the current account and $12,000 in the investment account. We are down approximately $4,000 in the caccount on the same position last year as fundraising has not been as strong. Our turnover for this year to date is just over $53,000, down $5.000 on same time last year, of which we have donated just over $20000. Broad details of iexpenditure are attached to this report. I believe that the Club’s finances are on a sound footing going forward to a new financial year. I would like to acknowledge the support that I have received throughout from the Board, and those unsung her

Major Donations

Rotary Foundation – Polio Plus Paramedic of Year Royal Darwin Hospital (newspapers for Cowdy) Shelter Box NTOEC – House building in CambodiaCentre for Youth Music (CDU Foundation)Aboriginal Health Worker Award Midwives of East Timor HEALS programme Multicultural Council of NT – Homework Club RAWCS Inner Wheel Clubs Darwin Combined (birthing kits) DG’s Christmas Appeal for East Timor Total

Note: (figures have been rounded )

The Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet are reported separately in this report

41-42).

Ian Berry

Treasurer, 2009-10

My second year as Treasurer, has been as interesting experience as the first. My

major goal for this year have been to codify a budget process. This project has had a rocky year and still remains incomplete.

in this report you should note that the financial year is not yet complete, with most figures being up to 31-May-10.

Current Assets are approx $6,000 in the current account and $12,000 in the investment account. We are down approximately $4,000 in the caccount on the same position last year as fundraising has not been as strong. Our turnover for this year to date is just over $53,000, down $5.000 on same time last year, of which we have donated just over $20000. Broad details of iexpenditure are attached to this report.

I believe that the Club’s finances are on a sound footing going forward to a new

I would like to acknowledge the support that I have received throughout from the Board, and those unsung heroes who collect and raise money at our meetings

Amount Major fundraising

$,7000 Collections from Polio Tins$2,600 Tropical Garden Spectacular

l Darwin Hospital (newspapers for $1,000 Beer Tasting Night

$1,200 Fines House building in Cambodia $1,000 Foundation Draw

Centre for Youth Music (CDU Foundation) $750 School Sport raffle ticket sales $700

$500 Total $500

Homework $500

$330 Inner Wheel Clubs Darwin Combined $300

s Appeal for East Timor $300

$16,680

The Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet are reported separately in this report

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My second year as Treasurer, has been as interesting experience as the first. My major goal for this year have been to codify a budget process. This project has had

in this report you should note that the financial year is not

Current Assets are approx $6,000 in the current account and $12,000 in the investment account. We are down approximately $4,000 in the current operating account on the same position last year as fundraising has not been as strong. Our turnover for this year to date is just over $53,000, down $5.000 on same time last year, of which we have donated just over $20000. Broad details of income &

I believe that the Club’s finances are on a sound footing going forward to a new

I would like to acknowledge the support that I have received throughout from the s who collect and raise money at our meetings.

Net sum raised

Collections from Polio Tins $5,100 Tropical Garden Spectacular $4,000

$4,500

$3,500 $1,300

School Sport raffle ticket sales $990

$19,300

The Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet are reported separately in this report on pages

Club Administration Report

Director: Joy Passmore

Secretary – Diana Leeder, Frank Stewart

Bulletin Editor & Club Histor

Deputy Bulletin Editor – Ian Berry

Treasurer – Ian Berry

Sergeant at Arms – Jeff Borella

Club Protection Officer – Marilynne Marshall

Attendance Officers – Malika OKeil, and

Public Relations – Quentin Kilian

Audio Visual Coordinator –

Web Manager – Chris Mackay

Public Officer – Ian Berry

Fund Raising Manager – Roger Pocock

I would like to thank all the members of the Club Administration Committee for their contribution n over the past twelve months. I came to the job quite inexperienced and have learned a lot about Rotary. I would like to thank Frank Stewart for his patience as Bulletin Editor pursuing me for the program. I now hand the role over Borella who is also President Elect for 2011 The role of Secretary in a Rotary Club is a very busy one, and I would like to thank Diana Leeder for taking on the job until her work load was too heavThank you to Frank for taking it over for the rest of this Rotary year as well as his very professional production of our weekly bulletin which is now in colour. We are very proud of our Bulletin and were happy to give samples to other CAssembly in March. Equally as important to the Club is our Treasurer. Ian Berry has taken on the responsibility again and will also continue for 2010/2011. The role to Treasurer is a complex one as money has to be collected though fees and Club has to pay fees to our District and Rotary International. We are fortunate that we can always rely on Warren Leeder and Martyn Wilkinson to assist our guest speakers with audio visual help and Warren always has his camera ready to take photos when required. Jeff Borella performed his role as Sergeant with style extracting many dollars from our purses and wallets every week. Thanks also to Roger Pocock and Ian Berry who stood in for Jeff when he was not available. Our first point of contact at our meetings is our Attendance Officers Malika Okeil and

Club Administration Report

, Frank Stewart

Bulletin Editor & Club Historian- Frank Stewart

Ian Berry

Jeff Borella

Marilynne Marshall

Malika OKeil, and Geraldeen Deutrom

Quentin Kilian

Warren Leeder and Martyn Wilkinson

Chris Mackay

Roger Pocock

he members of the Club Administration Committee for their contribution n over the past twelve months. I came to the job quite inexperienced and have learned a lot about Rotary. I would like to thank Frank Stewart for his patience

g me for the program. I now hand the role over who is also President Elect for 2011-2.

The role of Secretary in a Rotary Club is a very busy one, and I would like to thank Diana Leeder for taking on the job until her work load was too heavThank you to Frank for taking it over for the rest of this Rotary year as well as his very professional production of our weekly bulletin which is now in colour. We are very proud of our Bulletin and were happy to give samples to other C

Equally as important to the Club is our Treasurer. Ian Berry has taken on the responsibility again and will also continue for 2010/2011. The role to Treasurer is a complex one as money has to be collected though fees and fund raising and each Club has to pay fees to our District and Rotary International.

We are fortunate that we can always rely on Warren Leeder and Martyn Wilkinson to assist our guest speakers with audio visual help and Warren always has his camera

to take photos when required.

Jeff Borella performed his role as Sergeant with style extracting many dollars from our purses and wallets every week. Thanks also to Roger Pocock and Ian Berry who stood in for Jeff when he was not available.

nt of contact at our meetings is our Attendance Officers Malika Okeil and

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he members of the Club Administration Committee for their contribution n over the past twelve months. I came to the job quite inexperienced and have learned a lot about Rotary. I would like to thank Frank Stewart for his patience

g me for the program. I now hand the role over to Di

The role of Secretary in a Rotary Club is a very busy one, and I would like to thank Diana Leeder for taking on the job until her work load was too heavy to continue. Thank you to Frank for taking it over for the rest of this Rotary year as well as his very professional production of our weekly bulletin which is now in colour. We are very proud of our Bulletin and were happy to give samples to other Clubs at our

Equally as important to the Club is our Treasurer. Ian Berry has taken on the responsibility again and will also continue for 2010/2011. The role to Treasurer is a

fund raising and each

We are fortunate that we can always rely on Warren Leeder and Martyn Wilkinson to assist our guest speakers with audio visual help and Warren always has his camera

Jeff Borella performed his role as Sergeant with style extracting many dollars from our purses and wallets every week. Thanks also to Roger Pocock and Ian Berry who

nt of contact at our meetings is our Attendance Officers Malika Okeil and

Geraldeen Deutrom with back up of Arullen Naidoo welcomes early in the morning. This role is more than just collecting money for breakfast and counting fines, statistics are kept and sent to District. During the year we heard “Me talks” from new members Jen Pocock, Natasha Angelo, Leanne Hardinge, Shirley Alhis GSE experience. We inducted two AssociateScott. Several Me Talks still need to be scheduled as well the members have indicated they would like to hear from Rotarians who did their ago. There seems an endless supply of interesting people whoopportunity to speak at our meetings. Throughout the year we have heard from a variety of guest speakers from organizations such as Guide Dogs and Fred Hollows and individuals Peter and Barbara Guppy who are cycling around Australia jusvery inspired by Dr Peter Shepherd from Batchelor Institute and the good work he is doing with indigenous prisoners at Berrimah Prison and who could forget Sean Kildare from Inpex who needed a whole morning to do justice to his The Great Balloon Debate a highlight on the Club calendar took place on Friday 16 October, which is Rotary Vocational Month. James, Ainslie and Quentin enthusiastically debated the merits of their jobs. That day was also the funeral of one of our well-loved members Graham Wright who had been battling cancer with great courage, dignity and humour. Our overseas relations have expanded this year with the hosting of YEP student Siri from Germany and the GSE team members from South Carolina. I also Rotoracter from Dili who came to Darwin for EPS. I would also like to thank Sandy Oldroyd who is completing her three year term as Group 1 Assistant District Governor. It should be noted that our Club has a very high profile in District representation.

Joy Passmore

2009-2010 Director Club Administration

with back up of Arullen Naidoo who greeted us with smiles and welcomes early in the morning. This role is more than just collecting money for

g fines, statistics are kept and sent to District.

During the year we heard “Me talks” from new members Jen Pocock, Natasha Angelo, Leanne Hardinge, Shirley Alison and Arullan Naidoo. Arullan spoke also on

e inducted two Associate members Maxine Flanagan and Liz Scott. Several Me Talks still need to be scheduled as well the members have indicated they would like to hear from Rotarians who did their ”Meago. There seems an endless supply of interesting people whoopportunity to speak at our meetings.

Throughout the year we have heard from a variety of guest speakers from organizations such as Guide Dogs and Fred Hollows and individuals Peter and Barbara Guppy who are cycling around Australia just because they can. We were very inspired by Dr Peter Shepherd from Batchelor Institute and the good work he is doing with indigenous prisoners at Berrimah Prison and who could forget Sean Kildare from Inpex who needed a whole morning to do justice to his

The Great Balloon Debate a highlight on the Club calendar took place on Friday 16 October, which is Rotary Vocational Month. James, Ainslie and Quentin enthusiastically debated the merits of their jobs. That day was also the funeral of

loved members Graham Wright who had been battling cancer with great courage, dignity and humour.

Our overseas relations have expanded this year with the hosting of YEP student Siri from Germany and the GSE team members from South Carolina. I also Rotoracter from Dili who came to Darwin for EPS.

I would also like to thank Sandy Oldroyd who is completing her three year term as Group 1 Assistant District Governor. It should be noted that our Club has a very high

tation.

2010 Director Club Administration

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who greeted us with smiles and welcomes early in the morning. This role is more than just collecting money for

g fines, statistics are kept and sent to District.

During the year we heard “Me talks” from new members Jen Pocock, Natasha son and Arullan Naidoo. Arullan spoke also on

members Maxine Flanagan and Liz Scott. Several Me Talks still need to be scheduled as well the members have

e” talks some time ago. There seems an endless supply of interesting people who would like the

Throughout the year we have heard from a variety of guest speakers from organizations such as Guide Dogs and Fred Hollows and individuals Peter and

t because they can. We were very inspired by Dr Peter Shepherd from Batchelor Institute and the good work he is doing with indigenous prisoners at Berrimah Prison and who could forget Sean

talk.

The Great Balloon Debate a highlight on the Club calendar took place on Friday 16 October, which is Rotary Vocational Month. James, Ainslie and Quentin enthusiastically debated the merits of their jobs. That day was also the funeral of

loved members Graham Wright who had been battling cancer with

Our overseas relations have expanded this year with the hosting of YEP student Siri from Germany and the GSE team members from South Carolina. I also hosted a

I would also like to thank Sandy Oldroyd who is completing her three year term as Group 1 Assistant District Governor. It should be noted that our Club has a very high

Club Protection Report

Volunteers Participating in Youth Programs As the club participated in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program and other youth programs (ie ROMAC) in the past year, a numbNorthern Territory Government ‘Criminal History Checks’provided below.

Note: I only have copies of the Criminal History Checks for the 12 volunteers on this list. If your name is not on this list, could you please provide a copy of your Criminal History Check.

Members attending our Rotary Meeting on Friday 14 May 2010 were also briefed on Rotary International’s additional requirementsRotary Youth Exchange Program. In summary these requirements include: • club delegates: interviewing volunteers; visiting host parents in their homes;

contacting referees provided by volunteers (minimum of 3 referees required but up to 6 may be required); answering questions (see list on next page); and completing and signing required forms, checklists and declarations.

• volunteers completing a ‘Volunteer Information and Declaration’ form. These additional RI requirements invoked some lively discussion continue into the new Rotary year and will no doubt ensure that any makes regarding our participation in youth activities are Risk Management At Events District 9550 risk management guidance focusand safety’ risk associated with events that clubs might organise or participate in. This guidance has been distilled into one simple checklist which should be completed for ALL events. The key aims of this checklist are to ensure that insurable risks are reduced or eliminated

Club Protection Report

Volunteers Participating in Youth Programs

As the club participated in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program and other youth programs (ie ROMAC) in the past year, a number of volunteers obtained the necessary Northern Territory Government ‘Criminal History Checks’. A register of our volunteers is

Note: I only have copies of the Criminal History Checks for the 12 volunteers on this list.s not on this list, could you please provide a copy of your Criminal History Check.

Members attending our Rotary Meeting on Friday 14 May 2010 were also briefed on Rotary International’s additional requirements for volunteers wishing to participate in thRotary Youth Exchange Program. In summary these requirements include:

: interviewing volunteers; visiting host parents in their homes; contacting referees provided by volunteers (minimum of 3 referees required but up to

; answering questions (see list on next page); and completing and signing required forms, checklists and declarations.

completing a ‘Volunteer Information and Declaration’ form.

These additional RI requirements invoked some lively discussion which will most likely continue into the new Rotary year and will no doubt ensure that any makes regarding our participation in youth activities are more informed.

Risk Management At Events

District 9550 risk management guidance focuses on ‘insurable’ or ‘occupational health risk associated with events that clubs might organise or participate in. This

guidance has been distilled into one simple checklist which should be completed for ALL

list are to ensure that insurable risks are reduced or eliminated

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As the club participated in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program and other youth er of volunteers obtained the necessary

. A register of our volunteers is

Note: I only have copies of the Criminal History Checks for the 12 volunteers on this list.

s not on this list, could you please provide a copy of your Criminal History Check.

Members attending our Rotary Meeting on Friday 14 May 2010 were also briefed on for volunteers wishing to participate in the

Rotary Youth Exchange Program. In summary these requirements include:

: interviewing volunteers; visiting host parents in their homes; contacting referees provided by volunteers (minimum of 3 referees required but up to

; answering questions (see list on next page); and completing and

completing a ‘Volunteer Information and Declaration’ form.

which will most likely continue into the new Rotary year and will no doubt ensure that any decisions the club

.

‘occupational health risk associated with events that clubs might organise or participate in. This

guidance has been distilled into one simple checklist which should be completed for ALL

list are to ensure that insurable risks are reduced or eliminated

and that the health and safety of our members and other volunteers is protected. It is therefore essential that the participation ensures that they management checklist and (2) advises the board that the checklist has been completed. Insurance District 9550 risk management guidance also includes insurance questions / forms. This information has been distilled in to one insurance register for all events that the club organises or participates in. The Board will ensure that (1) this register is maintained and updated as required and (2) a copy of the register and any up dates is forthe District Insurance Officer. The information contained in this register will allow District insurers to better asses the risk associated with club events and to make arrangements for appropriate insurance coverage. The register may also be hincludes evidence of our risk management efforts at events (ie risk management checklists have been completed).

Marilynne Marshall

Club Protection Officer

Rotary International Questions About Youth Vol

1. Do they have a warm and friendly nature?

Attitude to the role

2. Are they enthusiastic about taking on this role?

3. Are they keen to learn about the responsibilities of this role?

4. Do they appear to have thought seriously about the responsib

5. Do they appear to be taking on this role for the right reasons?

Working with people

6. Do they have the ability to mix with and handle people?

7. Do they have a rapport with young people?

8. Could they ensure that a student obeys the

9. Would they be helpful and understanding to a student facing many cultural differences?

10. Have they performed well in stressful situations?

Home & Family

11. Have one/or more delegates visited them in the

12. Do they treat their own family well?

Reservations *Particularly with respect to young people or the opposite sex

13. Are there any reservations with respect to this volunteer? (ie attitude / approach)

14. Have there been any incidents that cau

15. Have their services terminated for unacceptable behaviour?

Overall Recommendation

16. Can they be enthusiastically recommended as a conscientious volunteer?

and that the health and safety of our members and other volunteers is protected. It is therefore essential that the Rotarian (in our club) responsible for organising our

that they (or someone on their committee): (1) completes the risk management checklist and (2) advises the board that the checklist has been completed.

District 9550 risk management guidance also includes insurance questions / forms. This nformation has been distilled in to one insurance register for all events that the club organises or participates in. The Board will ensure that (1) this register is maintained and updated as required and (2) a copy of the register and any up dates is forthe District Insurance Officer.

The information contained in this register will allow District insurers to better asses the risk associated with club events and to make arrangements for appropriate insurance coverage. The register may also be helpful in reducing District insurance premiums as it includes evidence of our risk management efforts at events (ie risk management checklists have been completed).

Rotary International Questions About Youth Volunteers

Do they have a warm and friendly nature?

Are they enthusiastic about taking on this role?

Are they keen to learn about the responsibilities of this role?

Do they appear to have thought seriously about the responsibilities of this role?

Do they appear to be taking on this role for the right reasons?

Do they have the ability to mix with and handle people?

Do they have a rapport with young people?

Could they ensure that a student obeys the rules/requirements?(in a non-confrontational way)

Would they be helpful and understanding to a student facing many cultural differences?

Have they performed well in stressful situations?

Have one/or more delegates visited them in their own home?

Do they treat their own family well?

*Particularly with respect to young people or the opposite sex

Are there any reservations with respect to this volunteer? (ie attitude / approach)

Have there been any incidents that caused problems?

Have their services terminated for unacceptable behaviour?

Can they be enthusiastically recommended as a conscientious volunteer?

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and that the health and safety of our members and other volunteers is protected. It is responsible for organising our

: (1) completes the risk management checklist and (2) advises the board that the checklist has been completed.

District 9550 risk management guidance also includes insurance questions / forms. This nformation has been distilled in to one insurance register for all events that the club organises or participates in. The Board will ensure that (1) this register is maintained and updated as required and (2) a copy of the register and any up dates is forwarded to

The information contained in this register will allow District insurers to better asses the risk associated with club events and to make arrangements for appropriate insurance

elpful in reducing District insurance premiums as it includes evidence of our risk management efforts at events (ie risk management

Y/N

confrontational way)

Beer Tasting Event

The 2009 Beer Appreciation Dinner was again held at theClub and saw an increase in attendance from 180 to 270 thanks to the great efforts of those members who chose to actively support and promote the event. This event raised the grand total of $4,500 for the general revenue of our club Lion Nathan again provided our main sponsorship for the event providing the beers for tasting, our host brewer and working closely with the management of the Sailing Club to ensure the menu was aligned to the to the different beers. Five different beers were tasted and these were married to a sumptuous five course meal which was designed to highlight the individual characteristics of the beers. As with so many of the events run in the Territory ticket sales where mainly in the last few days and as per usual yourto the wire. But as the old showbiz adage goes, “it was alright on the night”.special thanks must go to Roger Pocock for his amazing energy in leading the drive to stage the 2009 BAD and his tire Quentin Kilian was our Master of Ceremonies for the night and along with the enthusiastic efforts of the members we raised a considerable amount for the club from table raffle. We must make a special thanks to all the Members whprior to and on the night in a range of roles.selling tickets to everyone who assisted with meeting guests on arrival, selling tickets, assisting with seating and those who dashed about arranging for the our guests. It is this type of team effort that makes these events worked and it is the type of effort we applaud. In addition to the physical efforts of the team we say a collective thank you to everyone who arranged or donated prizes to the rawe would not have raised the additional funds that were so welcome to our coffers. The 2010 event has been arranged and will go ahead on Saturday 11 September.Plans are well underway for a ‘Round the World’ event, agaNathan. The Committee is putting into place plans to make this an even bigger event with a target audience of 300 (plus).world with matching meals.entertainment on the night – The Committee will need assistance with tasks as the planning progresses so be prepared to put your hand up.asset in the past events and it will be highly appreciated again this year.will be asked to put your thinking cap on and come up with raffle prizes or ideas of people we can approach for support. Roger Pocock and Quentin KilianEvent Organisers

The 2009 Beer Appreciation Dinner was again held at the Darwin Sailing Club and saw an increase in attendance from 180 to 270 thanks to the great efforts of those members who chose to actively support and promote the event. This event raised the grand total of $4,500 for the general

athan again provided our main sponsorship for the event providing the beers for tasting, our host brewer and working closely with the management of the Sailing Club to ensure the menu was aligned to the to the different beers. Five different

ted and these were married to a sumptuous five course meal which was designed to highlight the individual characteristics of the beers.

As with so many of the events run in the Territory ticket sales where mainly in the last few days and as per usual your organising committee was on tenterhooks right down to the wire. But as the old showbiz adage goes, “it was alright on the night”.special thanks must go to Roger Pocock for his amazing energy in leading the drive to stage the 2009 BAD and his tireless efforts on the night.

Quentin Kilian was our Master of Ceremonies for the night and along with the enthusiastic efforts of the members we raised a considerable amount for the club from table raffle. We must make a special thanks to all the Members whprior to and on the night in a range of roles. This ranged from a real team effort in selling tickets to everyone who assisted with meeting guests on arrival, selling tickets, assisting with seating and those who dashed about arranging for the

It is this type of team effort that makes these events worked and it is the

In addition to the physical efforts of the team we say a collective thank you to everyone who arranged or donated prizes to the raffle. Again without your support we would not have raised the additional funds that were so welcome to our coffers.

The 2010 event has been arranged and will go ahead on Saturday 11 September.Plans are well underway for a ‘Round the World’ event, again sponsored by Lion

The Committee is putting into place plans to make this an even bigger event with a target audience of 300 (plus). We plan to have different beers from around the world with matching meals. We are also negotiating with a leading band to provide

– details to come soon.

The Committee will need assistance with tasks as the planning progresses so be prepared to put your hand up. Your assistance and input has been the most valuable

nts and it will be highly appreciated again this year.will be asked to put your thinking cap on and come up with raffle prizes or ideas of people we can approach for support.

Roger Pocock and Quentin Kilian

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Darwin Sailing Club and saw an increase in attendance from 180 to 270 thanks to the great efforts of those members who chose to actively support and promote the event. This event raised the grand total of $4,500 for the general

athan again provided our main sponsorship for the event providing the beers for tasting, our host brewer and working closely with the management of the Sailing Club to ensure the menu was aligned to the to the different beers. Five different

ted and these were married to a sumptuous five course meal which

As with so many of the events run in the Territory ticket sales where mainly in the last organising committee was on tenterhooks right down

to the wire. But as the old showbiz adage goes, “it was alright on the night”. A very special thanks must go to Roger Pocock for his amazing energy in leading the drive

Quentin Kilian was our Master of Ceremonies for the night and along with the enthusiastic efforts of the members we raised a considerable amount for the club from table raffle. We must make a special thanks to all the Members who assisted

This ranged from a real team effort in selling tickets to everyone who assisted with meeting guests on arrival, selling tickets, assisting with seating and those who dashed about arranging for the needs of

It is this type of team effort that makes these events worked and it is the

In addition to the physical efforts of the team we say a collective thank you to Again without your support

we would not have raised the additional funds that were so welcome to our coffers.

The 2010 event has been arranged and will go ahead on Saturday 11 September. in sponsored by Lion

The Committee is putting into place plans to make this an even bigger event We plan to have different beers from around the

ing band to provide

The Committee will need assistance with tasks as the planning progresses so be Your assistance and input has been the most valuable

nts and it will be highly appreciated again this year. Soon you will be asked to put your thinking cap on and come up with raffle prizes or ideas of

Service Projects

Director: Martyn Wilkinson

Community: Martyn Wilkinson, Jan Conti and

Youth: James Smith

Vocational: Sandy Oldroyd

International: Arullan Naidoo &

Youth Exchange Warren Leeder

GOALS AC

One of the difficulties of the Club Leadership Plan adopted some 4 years ago now by

the District is that all the service opportunities for the club have combined under the 1

heading of Service Projects. This has thinned out th

these areas and as a result some areas of service have received more attention than

others. The following is some of the highlights

SERVICE PROJECTS

COMMITTEE MEETINGS :

I started the year as Deputy and was quickly promoted

one meeting through the year and as I am continuing on as Director , I hope to

double this effort in the coming year.

Community Services

• Joan Ridley Gardens –

men and women - pruning

Ridley Gardens outside Cowdy Ward at

Royal Darwin Hospital.(Just before the

Dry season

again the mulch was kindly donated by Shoal Bay Mulch. We

have also assisted with the provision of the NT News

Australian. A guest speaker from the Mental Health Unit

to the Club Breakfast re

projects.

Martyn Wilkinson

Martyn Wilkinson, Jan Conti and Ken Hatfield

James Smith, Jen Pocock, Purdey Eades

Sandy Oldroyd

Arullan Naidoo & John Livesley

Warren Leeder

OALS ACHIEVED UNDER SERVICE PROJECTS



heading of Service Projects. This has thinned out the concentration of members of


others. The following is some of the highlights

I started the year as Deputy and was quickly promoted to Director , we only managed

meeting through the year and as I am continuing on as Director , I hope to

double this effort in the coming year.

We attended with our merry band of

pruning, weeding and mulching the Joan

Ridley Gardens outside Cowdy Ward at

Royal Darwin Hospital.(Just before the

Dry season – or so we thought) Once


have also assisted with the provision of the NT News and

A guest speaker from the Mental Health Unit

to the Club Breakfast re-inforced the merit of both

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e concentration of members of


to Director , we only managed

meeting through the year and as I am continuing on as Director , I hope to


• Supported the Australia Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) at $50 per

members.

• The Club supported a wide range of community orga

is provided by the Treasurer elsewhere.

• We did have a visit from the Larrakia Nation’s representative Josette O’Donnell to

receive a cheque to go towards the “Heal Program

Swags which are proving v

so given our current cold

• Clean Up Australia –

participate in the largest community event to clean up and

conserve our environment

coordinating once again.

• With the Haiti Earthquake hitting the headlines, Shelterboxes were being sent

thick and fast. Not only did the Club donate 1, but Wendy our

president took it upon herself to organize an additional box

($1200). There were some techn

representatives of Shelter Box UK, however I believe these

have now been resolved satisfactorily and we have the details of the shelterbox

so we can track where it went.

• Tropical Garden

be acutely aware of

back after a break of

hours and still

easier, however it’s a

comes together and

appreciated by all the communi

roster and to club members for filling all the spots

Supported the Australia Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) at $50 per

The Club supported a wide range of community organizations and a detailed list

is provided by the Treasurer elsewhere.

We did have a visit from the Larrakia Nation’s representative Josette O’Donnell to

to go towards the “Heal Program”. In particular the Street

Swags which are proving very popular with those who receive

so given our current cold snap!

a yearly event which many members


conserve our environment – Many thanks to Malika for co-

ordinating once again.

With the Haiti Earthquake hitting the headlines, Shelterboxes were being sent



($1200). There were some technical issues with the Australian



so we can track where it went.

Spectacular

this recent event, which is

nearly 2 years. With longer

surveying,

great Club effort when it all

the rewards are

appreciated by all the community. Thanks to Frank for again maintaining the

roster and to club members for filling all the spots

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Supported the Australia Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) at $50 per

nizations and a detailed list

We did have a visit from the Larrakia Nation’s representative Josette O’Donnell to

particular the Street

ery popular with those who receive them. Even more

a yearly event which many members


With the Haiti Earthquake hitting the headlines, Shelterboxes were being sent



ical issues with the Australian



Spectacular - You will also

this recent event, which is

nearly 2 years. With longer

the task isn’t any

great Club effort when it all

the rewards are

ty. Thanks to Frank for again maintaining the

Vocational Service:

• You might have thought that the Great Balloon

debate would have been retired by

keeps keeping on . Ainslie,

were in the Balloon – Can anyone remember who

got tossed ?

• If anyone has an interesting workplace or knows

of a good vocational visit, we would like to hear from

• I would like to make mention of Sandy

member. Her contribution to the District team will come to an end at Changeover

and I, for one , am aware of the huge commitment that the position of Assistant

Governor for our region of 11 Clubs involves. Congratulations to Sandy on a job

well done.

International Service:

• Another of our committee,

job helping with the ROMAC program in a very practical way out of Darwin. Those

who were at the meeting when Jan related her experiences with the Timor tiny

tots and their mums were in awe of her ( And Marg’s) effort to

the Darwin Airport. Well done Jan

• During the year we had a visit from Jeff Crofts explaining the water project

planned for East Timor. This water reticulation project h

around $80,000 which is too big for any one club. Some of our members

expressed interest in assisting as

and the project can commence.

Youth Service:

• The combined clubs of Darwin se

this year to the Youth Science

2 to Canberra. Thanks once again to Prath Prathapan

from Nightcliff Rotary for co

to chase up all the participants on their

sure you will all agree,

speak of their experiences and made us a little proud

You might have thought that the Great Balloon

debate would have been retired by now, but it

Ainslie, Quentin and James

Can anyone remember who

If anyone has an interesting workplace or knows

of a good vocational visit, we would like to hear from you.

I would like to make mention of Sandy Oldroyd, who is the lone vocational

Her contribution to the District team will come to an end at Changeover

for one , am aware of the huge commitment that the position of Assistant


committee, Jan Conti , was also extremely busy doing a fantastic



and their mums were in awe of her ( And Marg’s) effort to transship

the Darwin Airport. Well done Jan and Marg.

During the year we had a visit from Jeff Crofts explaining the water project

planned for East Timor. This water reticulation project has quite a large budget of


expressed interest in assisting as volunteers, once the monies have been raised

and the project can commence.

The combined clubs of Darwin sent 4 students out

this year to the Youth Science Forum, 2 to Perth and

once again to Prath Prathapan

from Nightcliff Rotary for co-ordination. We managed

to chase up all the participants on their return, and I’m

e, it was great to hear them

speak of their experiences and made us a little proud

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who is the lone vocational

Her contribution to the District team will come to an end at Changeover

for one , am aware of the huge commitment that the position of Assistant


Jan Conti , was also extremely busy doing a fantastic



transship them via

During the year we had a visit from Jeff Crofts explaining the water project

as quite a large budget of


once the monies have been raised

of how Rotary has had an influence in these science students.

This Rotary year members of the Service Projects Committee again participated in

three events which have becom

(1) The Paramedic of the Year Award

now in its 10th year, my thanks to Rotary members

Sandy Oldroyd, Malika Okeil and Debbie Downs (St

John) for their ongoing dedication and work in

making this event happen.

(2)

Now in its

well supported annual event. Thanks to Wendy Mackay, Di

Borrella and Malika Okeil.

(3) Youth Exchange Program

Warren Leeder for their assistance with

Exchange program.

Details of these activities are given elsewhere in this Annual Report.

My thanks to all members of the Service Projects Committee for your assistance

during the year.

Martyn Wilkinson

2009-10 Services Projects Director

of how Rotary has had an influence in these science students.


three events which have become an annual occurrence.

The Paramedic of the Year Award – This event is

now in its 10th year, my thanks to Rotary members

Sandy Oldroyd, Malika Okeil and Debbie Downs (St

John) for their ongoing dedication and work in

making this event happen.

(2) The Aboriginal Health Worker Excellence Awards

Now in its 4th year, this event is now well established and


Borrella and Malika Okeil.

Youth Exchange Program – thanks to Diana and

their assistance with the Youth



s Projects Director

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boriginal Health Worker Excellence Awards –

, this event is now well established and




2009 Aboriginal Health Worker Awards

On 21 November 2009, The Honourable Kon Vatskalis Member of the LegislatAssembly hosted the Aboriginal Health Workers Excellence Awards at Parliament House. The awards are an excellent opportAboriginal Health Workers in promoting workplace excellence and the delivery of health services throughout the Territory. The categories of awards includeurban, specialised and the new practitioner.“Legend” award. Each category winner and highly commended receives a study bursary. The night recognised the contributions of outstanding individuals in improving health outcomes for Territorians and highlighted the wordoing in the community. The ceremony was a huge success and the Department of Health and Families was proud to congratulate the nominees, finalists and winners. This year's 'Legend' award was presented toTerrence Guyula. Terence or Terry as he is usually known commenced his Aboriginal Health Worker training in 1987 at Oenpelli. During the past 22 years, he has worked in several communities in the East and West Arnhem regions. In the mid 90’s, Terry set up one of the firstCentres in a remote community of Gapuwiyak. This model of health service has proven to be a winner. As a result of Terry’s work, the number of men presenting for health problems in the Gapuwiyak community tripled. This really improvmen. Terry has earned the reputation both as an Aboriginal Health Worker role model, and a community leader through his impeccable attendance and punctuality and absolute attention to his patients. Terence is strongly devwith interests in palliative care, coronary care, chronic diseases and burns. Terry is currently employed as a senior Aboriginal Health Worker at the Yirrkala Health Centre. It is through his gentle and polite manner, thatservice to his community and his profession. The awards are sponsored by the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise, with support from the Department of Health and Families, Commonwealth Department of Health and Aging, and the Liquor Hospitality Miscellaneous Union. The winner's names for each category along with pictures from the award ceremony have been posted on http://www.rotarnet.com.au/users/9/95547/awards20(Darwin Sunrise) and http://www.nt.gov.au/health/ahwFamilles) websites.

Aboriginal Health Worker Awards

The Honourable Kon Vatskalis Member of the LegislatAssembly hosted the Aboriginal Health Workers Excellence Awards at Parliament

The awards are an excellent opportunity to celebrate the unique and vital role of Aboriginal Health Workers in promoting workplace excellence and the delivery of health services throughout the Territory. The categories of awards include

the new practitioner. An overall winner is awarded the “Legend” award. Each category winner and highly commended receives a study

The night recognised the contributions of outstanding individuals in improving health outcomes for Territorians and highlighted the work Aboriginal Health workers are doing in the community. The ceremony was a huge success and the Department of Health and Families was proud to congratulate the nominees, finalists and winners.

This year's 'Legend' award was presented to ce or Terry as he is usually

commenced his Aboriginal Health Worker training in 1987 at Oenpelli. During the past 22 years, he has worked in several communities in the East and West Arnhem regions. In the mid 90’s, Terry set up one of the first separate Men’s Health Centres in a remote community of Gapuwiyak. This model of health service has proven to be a winner. As a result of Terry’s work, the number of men presenting for health problems in the Gapuwiyak community tripled. This really improved the access to health care for

Terry has earned the reputation both as an Aboriginal Health Worker role model, and a community leader through his impeccable attendance and punctuality and absolute attention to his patients. Terence is strongly devoted to professional development, with interests in palliative care, coronary care, chronic diseases and burns. Terry is currently employed as a senior Aboriginal Health Worker at the Yirrkala Health Centre. It is through his gentle and polite manner, that Terry provides an exemplary service to his community and his profession.

The awards are sponsored by the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise, with support from the Department of Health and Families, Commonwealth Department of Health and

ospitality Miscellaneous Union.

The winner's names for each category along with pictures from the award ceremony http://www.rotarnet.com.au/users/9/95547/awards20

http://www.nt.gov.au/health/ahw (Department of Health and

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The Honourable Kon Vatskalis Member of the Legislative Assembly hosted the Aboriginal Health Workers Excellence Awards at Parliament

unity to celebrate the unique and vital role of Aboriginal Health Workers in promoting workplace excellence and the delivery of health services throughout the Territory. The categories of awards include remote,

An overall winner is awarded the “Legend” award. Each category winner and highly commended receives a study

The night recognised the contributions of outstanding individuals in improving health k Aboriginal Health workers are

doing in the community. The ceremony was a huge success and the Department of Health and Families was proud to congratulate the nominees, finalists and winners.

As a result of Terry’s work, the number of men presenting for health problems in the ed the access to health care for

Terry has earned the reputation both as an Aboriginal Health Worker role model, and a community leader through his impeccable attendance and punctuality and absolute

oted to professional development, with interests in palliative care, coronary care, chronic diseases and burns. Terry is currently employed as a senior Aboriginal Health Worker at the Yirrkala Health

Terry provides an exemplary

The awards are sponsored by the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise, with support from the Department of Health and Families, Commonwealth Department of Health and

The winner's names for each category along with pictures from the award ceremony http://www.rotarnet.com.au/users/9/95547/awards2009.html

Department of Health and

AWARD CATEGORIES Legend - overall winner honoured with the 2008 Aboriginal Health Worker Excellence Award. Remote - Awarded to an AHW who is living and practicing in a remote community; Urban - Awarded to an AHW who is working in or from an urban location; Specialised - Awarded to an AHW who is practicing in a specialised area in either remote or urban location; and New Practitioner - awarded to AHWs who have shown outstanding achievements while in their beginning years after qualifying as an AHW.

Terrence Guyula

Remote: Urban: Ronald Ogilvie

Specialised: Beverly Derschow

Remote: Graham BeasleyUrban: Nathan AucoteSpecialised: Dorothy Butler

Cassandra Daniels

The Aboriginal Health Workers Steer

Back (Wendy Mackay, Peter Pangquee, Di Borella)

Front( Malika Okeil, Peter Netherway, Arullan Naidoo)

Congratulations and well done (again) to all committee members, this event won the District Vocational Services troph

overall winner honoured with the 2008 Aboriginal Health Worker

Awarded to an AHW who is living and practicing in a remote community; Awarded to an AHW who is working in or from an urban location;

Awarded to an AHW who is practicing in a specialised area in either urban location; and

awarded to AHWs who have shown outstanding achievements while in their beginning years after qualifying as an AHW.

Legend Winner Terrence Guyula - Yirrkala Health Centre

Award Recipients Terrence Guyula - Yirrkala Health Centre

Ronald Ogilvie, Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service, KatherineBeverly Derschow, Palliative Care Unit, Royal Darwin Hospital

Highly Commended Graham Beasley, Ali Curung Health Centre, Barkly region

Nathan Aucote, Central Australia Remote Health, Alice SpringsDorothy Butler, Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service, Katherine

New Practitioner Cassandra Daniels, Yirrkala Health Centre, East Arnhem

The Aboriginal Health Workers Steering Committee

Wendy Mackay, Peter Pangquee, Di Borella)

Front( Malika Okeil, Peter Netherway, Arullan Naidoo)

Absent( Chris Mackay)

Congratulations and well done (again) to all committee members, this event won the District Vocational Services trophy

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overall winner honoured with the 2008 Aboriginal Health Worker

Awarded to an AHW who is living and practicing in a remote community; Awarded to an AHW who is working in or from an urban location;

Awarded to an AHW who is practicing in a specialised area in either

awarded to AHWs who have shown outstanding achievements

Yirrkala Health Centre Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service, Katherine

Palliative Care Unit, Royal Darwin Hospital

Ali Curung Health Centre, Barkly region Central Australia Remote Health, Alice Springs

Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service, Katherine

Yirrkala Health Centre, East Arnhem

\

Congratulations and well done (again) to all committee members, this event won the

2009 Paramedic of the Year Award

The Paramedic of the Year Awards was initiated by the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise to acknowledge the chosen vocation of paramedics through the dedication and service they provide in communities through The objective of this award is to recognise the dedicated Northern Territory paramedics who provide a vital role in the Northern Territory community and whose work in most cases goes unrecognized. This award goes some way to saying thank you for the amazing efforts they put in and a recognition from their peers for their devotion to duty which in some cases, is often difficult and dangerous. The Awards Committee is comprised of membership from both the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise and St John Ambulance (NT) who work in partnership to organise the yearly event.

Sue Gibson was named as the 2009 Paramedic of the Year in recognition of her dedication and professionalism,professionalism. Sue goes beyond the call of duty in regards to holistic care she provides to her patients and their families. She really cares about her patients. Sue can often be seen playing drawing games with children that have been in emotional distress, but with her use of distraction, she has them giggling and playing. Sue came to St John in 2006 as a student and qualified as a Paramedic in June this year, whilst finding the study challenging she has always strived to excel. Her professionalism, rapport, compassion towardher patients exemplifies the ethos of the paramedic. Sue dedicates some of her off duty

time to the community by helping the wheelchair bound attend concerts and events within the community. We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors for this year’s awardsGovernment, Liquor Hospitality Protection Professionals, Darwin Airport Resort, Territory Surgical Supplies, Country Classics, and Zip Print.

Malika Okeil and Sandy Oldroyd

Service Projects

Paramedic of the Year Award

The Paramedic of the Year Awards was initiated by the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise to acknowledge the chosen vocation of paramedics through the dedication and service they provide in communities through-out the Northern Territory.

The objective of this award is to recognise the dedicated Northern Territory paramedics who provide a vital role in the Northern Territory community and whose work in most cases goes unrecognized. This award goes some way to saying thank

for the amazing efforts they put in and a recognition from their peers for their devotion to duty which in some cases, is often difficult and dangerous.

The Awards Committee is comprised of membership from both the Rotary Club of hn Ambulance (NT) who work in partnership to organise the

named as the 2009 Paramedic of the Year in recognition of her dedication and professionalism, nominated in recognition of her dedication and

es beyond the call of duty in regards to holistic care she provides to her patients and their families. She really cares about her patients. Sue can often be seen playing drawing games with children that have been in emotional distress, but with her

f distraction, she has them giggling and playing. Sue came to St John in 2006 as a student and qualified as a Paramedic in June this year, whilst finding the study challenging she has always strived to excel. Her professionalism, rapport, compassion towards her patients exemplifies the ethos of the paramedic. Sue dedicates some of her off duty

time to the community by helping the wheelchair bound attend concerts and events within the

We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors for this year’s awards: Northern Territory Liquor Hospitality & Miscellaneous Union, JR-Telecommunications

, Darwin Airport Resort, Territory Surgical Supplies, Country

Sandy Oldroyd

Sue Gibson2009 PARAMEDIC of the YEAR

presented by Minister

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The Paramedic of the Year Awards was initiated by the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise to acknowledge the chosen vocation of paramedics through the dedication

Territory.

The objective of this award is to recognise the dedicated Northern Territory paramedics who provide a vital role in the Northern Territory community and whose work in most cases goes unrecognized. This award goes some way to saying thank

for the amazing efforts they put in and a recognition from their peers for their devotion to duty which in some cases, is often difficult and dangerous.

The Awards Committee is comprised of membership from both the Rotary Club of hn Ambulance (NT) who work in partnership to organise the

named as the 2009 Paramedic of the Year in recognition of her in recognition of her dedication and

: Northern Territory Telecommunications, Fire

, Darwin Airport Resort, Territory Surgical Supplies, Country

Sue Gibson PARAMEDIC of the YEAR AWARD Award,

resented by Minister Kon Vatskalis

Youth Exchange Program

Darwin Sunrise again showed its strong support for the Youth Exchange Program

(YEP) by offering at the eleventh hour to host incoming German YEP student Siri

Wandenelis.

Siri has been hosted by Roger and

Mary Pocock and Purdey and Mark

Eades as well as by non-

Merrilee Mills and Yoris Wilson.

Merrilee was a Rotary YEP student to

Germany and her host sister at that time

was Siri’s mother so the wheel has

turned almost full circle. Siri has been a

willing and pleasant attendee at Club

meetings and functions, helping out with

such activities as Tropical Garden spectacular gate roster.

Siri leaves us on June 30 to return home to Germany and finish her schooling. No

doubt her next term will be somewhat dif

School.

Go to page 60 for a comprehensive final District report from

Siri.

Warren Leeder


Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bad Kreuznach, Germany




Siri has been hosted by Roger and

dey and Mark

-Rotary hosts

Merrilee Mills and Yoris Wilson.

Merrilee was a Rotary YEP student to

Germany and her host sister at that time

was Siri’s mother so the wheel has

Siri has been a

g and pleasant attendee at Club

meetings and functions, helping out with

such activities as Tropical Garden spectacular gate roster.


doubt her next term will be somewhat different from her experiences at Darwin High

for a comprehensive final District report from

Siri Wandenelis


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ferent from her experiences at Darwin High


Membership

Director: Di Borella

Committee: Deputy Director& Lyn Hodges, Family of RotaryGarde, Development, Heather Traeger, Denise Dickson, Ron Straham & Leanne Hardinge

2009/10 year has seen great improvements in our member numbers and an increin Associate Membership, and Friends of Rotary which is very pleasing to note. On the other hand, we have seen a number of members lapse their membership due to a variety of reasons. As we move forward, we can all try to encourage members of the cothe “Family of Rotary”.

Di Borella

2009-10 Director Membership

17/07/2009

Leanne Hardinge Community Service Consultancy

12/02/2010

Ken Hodges

Business Administration

Deputy Director- Natasha Angelo, Rotary InformationFamily of Rotary - Marg Manfield, Lorraine Corowa & Vidula

Heather Traeger, Denise Dickson, Ron Straham & Leanne

2009/10 year has seen great improvements in our member numbers and an increin Associate Membership, and Friends of Rotary which is very pleasing to note. On the other hand, we have seen a number of members lapse their membership due to

As we move forward, we can all try to encourage members of the co

Director Membership

28/08/2009

Arullen Naidoo Pharmacy Services Health Education Services

12/02/2010 Lyn Hodges

Association Management

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mation - Sally Thomas Marg Manfield, Lorraine Corowa & Vidula

Heather Traeger, Denise Dickson, Ron Straham & Leanne

2009/10 year has seen great improvements in our member numbers and an increase in Associate Membership, and Friends of Rotary which is very pleasing to note. On the other hand, we have seen a number of members lapse their membership due to

As we move forward, we can all try to encourage members of the community to join

18/09/2009 Shirley Alison

Health Education Services

.

Rotary Foundation

Polio Eradication

10% of members are Rotary Foundation Benefactors

100% of members are Paul Harri

Maximise the use of Rotary Foundation Grants

* Thanks to the support of small businesses and their clients around Darwin and Palmerston,

we have been able to make a significant contribution to eradicating polio

Raising Awareness of the Rotary Foundation

We will raise awareness of the Rotary Foundation’s great work by:

Creating and filling a new role: Foundation Fan Mail Editor

Collecting and publishing RF stories with an Australian connection in

section of our club bulletin . . . ‘Foundation Fan Mail’

Working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to share RF stories

and identify / arrange good RF speakers

Develop and distribute RF information pamphlets

* Well done to Julie Nicholson for her efforts as our first Foundation Fan Mail Editor

Raising Funds for the Rotary Foundation

We will raise funds for the Rotary Foundation by:

Creating and filling two new roles: RF Contributors and RF Benefactors

Raising funds from three main sources:

Individual Members — by encouraging them to include the Rotary

Foundation in their charitable giving and to become RF Benefactors

Club — by continuing to donate proceeds from our weekly raffle draw to the

Rotary Foundation

Public — by working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to

organise the 1st Annual Rotary Foundation Ball

Some of the

best stories

ever told . . .

Long Term Vision — Goals

10% of members are Rotary Foundation Benefactors

100% of members are Paul Harris Fellows

Maximise the use of Rotary Foundation Grants


we have been able to make a significant contribution to eradicating polio

Action Plan 2009 / 2010

Raising Awareness of the Rotary Foundation

We will raise awareness of the Rotary Foundation’s great work by:

Creating and filling a new role: Foundation Fan Mail Editor

Collecting and publishing RF stories with an Australian connection in a new

section of our club bulletin . . . ‘Foundation Fan Mail’

Working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to share RF stories

and identify / arrange good RF speakers

Develop and distribute RF information pamphlets

to Julie Nicholson for her efforts as our first Foundation Fan Mail Editor

Raising Funds for the Rotary Foundation

We will raise funds for the Rotary Foundation by:

Creating and filling two new roles: RF Contributors and RF Benefactors

sing funds from three main sources:

by encouraging them to include the Rotary

Foundation in their charitable giving and to become RF Benefactors

by continuing to donate proceeds from our weekly raffle draw to the

by working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to

organise the 1st Annual Rotary Foundation Ball (Malika, Roger, Ainslie and Joy

Some of the

ever told . . .

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Progress

+ve

Nil

+ve

Nil


Progress

+ve

a new +ve

Working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to share RF stories +ve

Nil

to Julie Nicholson for her efforts as our first Foundation Fan Mail Editor

Progress

Nil

+ve

by continuing to donate proceeds from our weekly raffle draw to the +ve

by working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to

(Malika, Roger, Ainslie and Joy

Some

.

worked hard to try and get this fruitition. I am not happy to have nil progress

here. Can we add a note here to reflect this somehow?)

We will ensure that funds continue to be raised to fight Polio by:

Continuing with our polio collection containers

Improving containers

Increasing the number of container locations

Accessing Rotary Foundation Funds

We will increase the club’s access to Rotary Foundation funds by:

Creating and filling a new role: RF Grants

Working with other Darwin clubs and our District RF Chair to improve our

understanding of available grants and the process for accessing them

Assisting the club in finding suitable partners and applying for grants.

* Well done to Ainslie Ward in researching RF and Other grants that the club will be able to

access

Marilynne Marshall

Director Rotary Foundation

Some of the

best stories

ever told . . .


an we add a note here to reflect this somehow?)

We will ensure that funds continue to be raised to fight Polio by:

Continuing with our polio collection containers

Increasing the number of container locations

essing Rotary Foundation Funds

We will increase the club’s access to Rotary Foundation funds by:

Creating and filling a new role: RF Grants


e grants and the process for accessing them

Assisting the club in finding suitable partners and applying for grants.


Rotary Foundation

Some of the

ever told . . .

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+ve

Nil

+ve

Progress

+ve


e grants and the process for accessing them

+ve

Assisting the club in finding suitable partners and applying for grants. Nil


Group Study Exchange

About the GSE program: program is a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for businesspeople and professionals between the ages of 25 and 40 who arcareers. The program provides travel grants for teams to exchange visits in paired areas of different countries. For four to six weeks, team members experience the host country's culture and institutions, observe how their voabroad, develop personal and professional relationships, and exchange ideas. In a typical four-week tour, applicants participate in five full days of vocational visits, 15 to 20 club presentations, 10 to 15 formal visits and social days at the district conference, three to four hours per day of cultural and site tours, and three to four hours per day of free time with host families.

This year the Darwin clubs generously hosted the inbound team from South Caroli(District 7750) from 27 March Asha and Denise all helped in a number of different ways, making the experience a memorable one for team members Richard Winley and Amanda Perkins and team leader Patrick Lee.

THE INBOUND TEAM

PP PATRICK LEE Rotary Club of Seneca Golden Corner, Retired Chief of Police Orange County California and Executive Director Oconee County Chamber of Commerce

Dan Garrison, Human Resources Manager Manufacturing

Amanda Perkins Paediatric Nurse Practitioner working primarily with children with Type 1 (Juvenile) Diabetes but also with overweight children and children with other endocrine disorders.

Group Study Exchange

About the GSE program: The Rotary Foundation’s Group Study Exchange (GSE) program is a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for businesspeople and professionals between the ages of 25 and 40 who are in the early stages of their careers. The program provides travel grants for teams to exchange visits in paired areas of different countries. For four to six weeks, team members experience the host country's culture and institutions, observe how their vocations are practiced abroad, develop personal and professional relationships, and exchange ideas.

week tour, applicants participate in five full days of vocational visits, 15 to 20 club presentations, 10 to 15 formal visits and social events, two to three days at the district conference, three to four hours per day of cultural and site tours, and three to four hours per day of free time with host families.

This year the Darwin clubs generously hosted the inbound team from South Caroli(District 7750) from 27 March – 2 April. Club members Warren, Marilynne, Joy, Julie, Asha and Denise all helped in a number of different ways, making the experience a memorable one for team members Dan Garrison, Rykeesha Bush, Jennifer Jeffrey,

Winley and Amanda Perkins and team leader Patrick Lee.

PP PATRICK LEE - TEAM LEADER Rotary Club of Seneca Golden Corner,

ef of Police Orange County California and Executive Director Oconee County Chamber of Commerce

Rysheeka Bush Service Coordinator for Helping Hand, Works with children referred by Department of Social Services

Human Resources Manager -

Jennifer Jeffrey 33:Staff Attorney for SC Legal Services.

Practitioner working rimarily with children with Type 1

(Juvenile) Diabetes but also with overweight children and children with other endocrine disorders.

Richard Winley Director of Business Development and Community Relations for Verizon Wireless

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Rotary Foundation’s Group Study Exchange (GSE) program is a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for businesspeople

e in the early stages of their careers. The program provides travel grants for teams to exchange visits in paired areas of different countries. For four to six weeks, team members experience the

cations are practiced abroad, develop personal and professional relationships, and exchange ideas.

week tour, applicants participate in five full days of vocational visits, events, two to three

days at the district conference, three to four hours per day of cultural and site tours,

This year the Darwin clubs generously hosted the inbound team from South Carolina 2 April. Club members Warren, Marilynne, Joy, Julie,

Asha and Denise all helped in a number of different ways, making the experience a Dan Garrison, Rykeesha Bush, Jennifer Jeffrey,

Rysheeka Bush Service Coordinator for Helping Hand,

ith children referred by Department of

Jennifer Jeffrey 33: Staff Attorney for SC Legal Services.

of Business Development and Community

for Verizon Wireless

THE OUTBOUND TEAM In April sent a team out to South Carolina. Group 1 (NT and Timor Leste) had one representative selected and one reserve. Unfortunately our representative,Ximines from Timor Leste, was unable to procure an American visa, despite the best efforts of the District and himself. Pedro had to travel to Jakarta for an interview at the American Embassy and even then was unsuccessful, even though he was an excellent ambassador for Timor Leste and Rotary International. At the last minute Raquel Nicholswas invited to join the team. Raquel came along to the Club only a couple of days before flying over to TownsAustralia at the end of May and we look forward to having a presentation from Raquel soon. Although no longer the zone representative Julie Nicholson continued to provide strong backup, which I appreciated. The quiet achiever behind the success of the week for the inbound team, however, was Warren who excelled at just making things happen.

Diana Leeder

Group Study Exchange District Officer

Raymond James De Lai

Raymond is the Centre Manager of the Herbert Resource Information Centre (HRIC), in Ingham. Raymond’s favourite pastime is fly-fishing. Raymond is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Herbert River.

Melinda Louise Louden

Environmental Coordinator. Townsville Port Melinda develops and implements environmental policies, procedures and programs to ensure compliance State, Commonwealth and International regulations and policies.

In April sent a team out to South Carolina. Group 1 (NT and Timor Leste) had one representative selected and one reserve. Unfortunately our representative,Ximines from Timor Leste, was unable to procure an American visa, despite the best efforts of the District and himself. Pedro had to travel to Jakarta for an interview at the American Embassy and even then was unsuccessful, even though he was an

cellent ambassador for Timor Leste and Rotary International.

At the last minute Raquel Nichols-Skene, sponsored by Darwin Sunrise, the reserve was invited to join the team. Raquel came along to the Club only a couple of days before flying over to Townsville to join the rest of her team. The team returned to Australia at the end of May and we look forward to having a presentation from

Although no longer the zone representative Julie Nicholson continued to provide ppreciated. The quiet achiever behind the success of the

week for the inbound team, however, was Warren who excelled at just making things

Group Study Exchange District Officer

Ro

with the Ayr Rotary Club for 15 years and has held numerous positions including President, Secretary, Community Director, Program/Publicity and is the current Treasurer. He is on the District Youth Exchange committee as Zone Rand has been the RIO editor for six years as well as the coordinator for USA/Canada/Japan.

Raymond James De Lai

Raymond is the Centre Manager of the Herbert Resource Information Centre (HRIC), in Ingham. Raymond’s favourite

Raymond is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Herbert

Melinda Louise Louden

onmental Coordinator.

Melinda develops and implements environmental policies, procedures and programs to ensure compliance State, Commonwealth and International regulations

Lescha Ann Palmore

Lescha is employed by the Qld Police Service as a Senior Prosecutor & is also the Townsville Coordinator managing the Qld Police Services’ response to the Queensland Indigenous Alcohol Diversion Program. is reef and game fishing. Lescha is sponsored by the Ross River Club in Townsville.

Bradley Phelps

a Police Officer for 20 years, his entire working life and has a vast experience in a wide rof Police functions. Brad is a Detective Sergeant with the Northern Regional Drug Squad based in Townsville, but is currently in secondment to the Qld Police Academy.

Raquel Linley Nicholls-

Skene is married to Ambrose and has two children, Tian and Xavier. Raquel is the Chief Executive Office with the Y M C A of the Top End in Darwin. She is responsible for the governance and operations of the organisation. Raquel is sponsored by Darwin Sunrise Rotary

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In April sent a team out to South Carolina. Group 1 (NT and Timor Leste) had one representative selected and one reserve. Unfortunately our representative, Pedro Ximines from Timor Leste, was unable to procure an American visa, despite the best efforts of the District and himself. Pedro had to travel to Jakarta for an interview at the American Embassy and even then was unsuccessful, even though he was an

Skene, sponsored by Darwin Sunrise, the reserve was invited to join the team. Raquel came along to the Club only a couple of days

ville to join the rest of her team. The team returned to Australia at the end of May and we look forward to having a presentation from

Although no longer the zone representative Julie Nicholson continued to provide ppreciated. The quiet achiever behind the success of the

week for the inbound team, however, was Warren who excelled at just making things

Robert Antoniazzi

Rob has been with the Ayr Rotary Club for 15 years and has held numerous positions including President, Secretary, Community Director, Program/Publicity and is the current Treasurer. He is on the District Youth Exchange committee as Zone Rep and has been the RIO editor for six years as well as the coordinator for USA/Canada/Japan.

Bradley Phelps

Brad has been a Police Officer for 20 years, his entire working life and has a vast experience in a wide range of Police functions. Brad is a Detective Sergeant with the Northern Regional Drug Squad based in Townsville, but is currently in secondment to the Qld Police Academy.

Financial Reports

Profit & Loss

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Balance Sheet

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