MD 201 N2 NEWSLETTER — ISSN—(Online) 1837—5898 Fellow Lions September, like the all the months lately, has been very busy. It started with the Council of Governors meet- ing held in Sydney followed by some of the Governors departing for ANZI in Jakarta. Unfortunately, Lyn and I were unable to attend due to my work commitments, however, our District was well represented by 1 st VDG Maxine and I am sure she will give a detailed report on her exploits. Well our District Convention is almost here with the convention committee putting the final touches on the event, to give all the conventioneers a very enjoyable time. I trust you have all submitted your returns and Delegate information, particularly as we have two candidates running for International Director. We also have some very high profile, keynote speakers and of course the magnificent Frankie J Holden show on Saturday Night. I can tell you that Frankie J Holden, a local resident here on the Sapphire Coast, has with his wife Michelle Pettigrove produced a fabulous show just for your entertainment - the likes of which has not been seen at a convention for many years. So, if you haven’t booked yet please do so as you would not want to miss this show. As always Lyn and I have been travelling around visiting the Clubs and we thank all of them for their hospitality, it does appear that there are many Clubs having milestone Anniversary functions and we will endeavour to get to as many as we can. Good news is that the Yass Club has been approved to sponsor a Branch Club called SPIN Club Foundation (Special People In Need) with 14 members already inducted, The Club has planned a Charter Night and 60 th Anniversary function on 23 rd November – congratulations. Lyn and I look forward to the celebration. We have another good news story - We have been working with the Eurobodalla Shire Council and have formed a partnership with them and the Local Land Services to hold a Farmers Dinner Night on the 29 th of November. 4 The idea is to invite all the Local Farmers to an afternoon of fun and information and give them some relief from the day to day life of a farmer, in the current drought situation. With the help from our Farmers Relief Fund, organised by 1VDG Maxine, we have been able to support the event which will include participation from our local Clubs Moruya, Batemans Bay and Narooma, they have all come on board to help and at this stage there are over a one hundred farmers attending. As you can see, we had Des Rose and Alan Woollett from Moruya Club Maria- Ann Watson Zone Chair- man and 1 st VDG Maxine and myself, along with Zoe Morgan from the Eurobodalla Shire and various farmers there at the cheque presentation. We look forward to the evening. September 2019 —“Embrace the Journey – Exceed Expectations” District Governor—Gordon Matthews - District 201 N2 of the International Association of Lions Clubs
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MD 201 N2 NEWSLETTER — ISSN—(Online) 1837—5898
Fellow Lions
September, like the all the months lately, has been very busy. It started with the Council of Governors meet-
ing held in Sydney followed by some of the Governors departing for ANZI in Jakarta. Unfortunately, Lyn and
I were unable to attend due to my work commitments, however, our District was well represented by 1st VDG
Maxine and I am sure she will give a detailed report on her exploits.
Well our District Convention is almost here with the convention
committee putting the final touches on the event, to give all the
conventioneers a very enjoyable time. I trust you have all
submitted your returns and Delegate information, particularly as
we have two candidates running for International Director. We
also have some very high profile, keynote speakers and of course the magnificent
Frankie J Holden show on Saturday Night.
I can tell you that Frankie J Holden, a local resident here on the Sapphire Coast, has
with his wife Michelle Pettigrove produced a fabulous show just for your
entertainment - the likes of which has not been seen at a convention for many years.
So, if you haven’t booked yet please do so as you would not want to miss this show.
As always Lyn and I have been travelling around visiting the Clubs and we thank all of them for their hospitality, it does
appear that there are many Clubs having milestone Anniversary functions and we will endeavour to get to as many as we can.
Good news is that the Yass Club has been approved to sponsor a Branch Club called SPIN Club Foundation (Special People In
Need) with 14 members already inducted, The Club has planned a Charter Night and 60 th Anniversary function on 23rd
November – congratulations. Lyn and I look forward to the celebration.
We have another good news story - We have been working with the Eurobodalla Shire Council and have formed a partnership
with them and the Local Land Services to hold a Farmers Dinner Night on the 29th of November. 4 The idea is to invite all the
Local Farmers to an afternoon of fun and information and give them some relief from the day to day life of a farmer, in the
current drought situation.
With the help from our Farmers Relief Fund, organised by 1VDG Maxine, we have been able to support the event which will
include participation from our local Clubs Moruya, Batemans Bay and Narooma, they have all come on board to help and at
this stage there are over a one hundred farmers attending.
As you can see, we had Des Rose and Alan Woollett from Moruya Club Maria- Ann Watson Zone Chair-
man and 1st VDG Maxine and myself, along with Zoe Morgan from the Eurobodalla Shire and various
farmers there at the cheque presentation. We look forward to the evening.
February/March 2017—Go Out Listen & Deliver Gold Lions Service September 2019 —“Embrace the Journey – Exceed Expectations”
District Governor—Gordon Matthews - District 201 N2 of the International Association of Lions Clubs
Page 2 September 2019 Edition
District Governor Continued
Well done to all the Clubs that have inducted new
members - remember membership is important but
more important is that all our Clubs and members
have FUN.
LEFT: Inducting new member Alistair at the
Berridale Club
ABOVE: Induction of new member Mohammed Istiak Alma at Goulburn City Lions Club
and Banner exchange with President John Flarrety.
LEFT: Banner Exchange with
` President Sharanne Witt at Nowra
Lions Club.
Page 3 September 2019 Edition
1st Vice District Governor
Early Monday 2 September saw us head to the airport for the trip to the 9th ANZI Pacific
Forum in Jakarta and the celebration of 50 years of Lions in Indonesia.
There were Lions from a number of other countries outside our Constitutional Area 7, who
were visiting as well as International President Choi, Past International Presidents, Past International Directors and
including presenters and staff from LCI.
Registration went smoothly and we all received a blue T shirt to wear on the Fun walk on the Sunday morning at
the conclusion
The Forums I attended were very good and Paul also enjoyed the Forums he went too. I was thrilled to meet the
four FVDG from Indonesia who are in the same Group as me and we will meet again in Chicago and Singapore
next year.
There was great fellowship opportunities and functions that provided great entertainment.
I had two Club visits on the Coast last week and it is always wonderful to meet Lions hear about and visit their
projects.
PCC Chris & LL Mary Howard & PDG Paul & 1st VDG Four Indonesian 1st VDG who are in my training
Maxine Helmling at ANZI Forum Dinner Jakarta 2019 group and will become DG’s in Singapore.
It was wonderful to meet them.
Marching band that lead us and provided the music Lining up at the start to the beat of the drum on the walk
PCC Chris & LL Mary Howard participating in the “5
KM FUNWALK” early morning start along with about
600 other happy Lions from ANZI, Pacific and other
visiting countries
Page 4 September 2019 Edition
1st Vice District Governor
Continued
Refreshments provided and some seats
at the end
Great fellowship amongst Lions
ABOVE: Snow fell in the ACT and parts of NSW on Tuesday
17th September, photo taken between Braidwood and
Bungendore
ABOVE: President of Moruya ABOVE: President of Bega Lion Keith Underhill Receiving
Lion Alan Woollett receiving DG Gordon’s Banner and Pins
DG Gordon’s Banner and Pins
Page 5 September 2019 Edition
2nd Vice District
Governor
Hello to all our wonderful members of our District 201N2. I am honoured to be associated with Lions.
84 I have started my club visits and Boy oh Boy ! What an experience, I am having a terrific experience, the hospitality
and friendship afforded to Pierre and myself is absolutely amazing and heart-warming, our sincere thanks to Lions
Clubs of Bowral, Dapto, Bomaderry, Shoalhaven Lioness, Lake Tuggeranong, Bowning and District, Wakeley Fairfield
and Holroyd City whom we have visited so far.
These clubs are working harmoniously to provide their community with meaningful services. Well done! I salute all of
your efforts and dedication.
Wakeley Fairfield / Holroyd City
Lions Club of
Bowral
Left & Above: Lions Club
of Dapto
Bomaderry/Shoalhaven Lioness
Left & Above: Lake
Tuggeranong Bowning & District
Page 6 September 2019 Edition
2nd Vice District
Governor Continued
SOLD OUT
With just these few clubs under our belt, we’ve sold out of Reading Action Program books.
Thank you so much to the above clubs. A great service to your school community as well as The Children’s
Mobility Foundation and The Children’s Cancer Foundation who will benefit from the profits.
Well done – The order to beat is 30 sets.
We will be replenishing our stocks, so there will be plenty to purchase at our upcoming visits.
Thank you too, for supporting my HONEY BUCKET for CAMPAIGN 100
Some words of wisdom from IP Dr Choi:
Great service demands balance. It takes the equal efforts of many to improve the world. Every person’s perspec-
tive is required for our success.
Enjoy the month ahead – REACH OUT and KEEP SPARKLING
2nd VDG Lorna C Gordon
LC of Moss Vale Draw Christmas in July Raffle
During the months of May June & July the Lions Club of Moss Vale run a Christmas in July Raffle at Ashcroft's
IGA Supermarket on some of the coldest days this year & outside the Moss Vale Newsagency, Raising some
$1200.00 to help boost their Activities Account, Friend of Moss Vale Lions Barbara
Donated a Handmade Quilt valued at 1500.00, as 1st Prize & there were 3 other prizes,
on the 27th July at there fortnightly BBQ at Gubbins Home Hardware Local Radio
Presenter Graeme Day was on hand to Draw the Prizes, the winner of 1st Prize was so
excited she arrived at Lion Charles’ home to pick it up so she could get it home
& on her Bed before Lion Charles was home from the BBQ.
Graeme Day Draws
3rd Prize in Raffle
Lion Jan Reeves Friends of Lions
May Kennard & Angus Webster
looking on while Graeme Day
Draws 2nd Prize.
Page 7 September 2019 Edition
Hello Lionesses
I hope all your districts got some much needed rain this past week. It was lovely but not
nearly enough unfortunately.
I’m combining the August and September reports for this newsletter.
Shoalhaven Club has spent 60 hours
making Charity quilts and helping at the Salvation Army. I hope the Ladies Luncheon was a great success. I
always look forward to attending but unfortunately had 2 other activities on that same day.
Over July and August Shoalhaven Lionesses collected 1161 pairs of spectacles. Thank you so much.
Eden Lioness Club have catered for a Legacy lunch and a funeral, worked at Anglicare, St Vincent's and BUPA
aged care. Well done Eden members.
Liverpool City Lioness Club knitted 20 trauma teddies and delivered them to Liverpool Ambulance Station.
What a thoughtful way to help sick and injured children. They also spent 40 hours volunteering at the Liver-
pool Hospital Craft Stall and collected 238 pairs of spectacles, great work Liverpool ladies.
Oak Flats Lioness Club have also collected stamps, corks and spectacles, worked at Cancer Council Relay for
Life and spent 28 hours knitting for cancer patients and underprivileged children. A great job Oak Flats.
Wollongong Heights Lioness Club have also been knitting for the homeless and for premi babies, collecting
stamps and spectacles and working at the Wesley Craft Shop and the Red Cross Shop. They assisted the elderly
by entertaining them line dancing and at a Seniors Day providing a trading table. Well done Wollongong
Heights Lionesses.
Camden Lionesses presented a Freedom Wheels bike to a beautiful 12 year old girl in Cobbitty. Maliyah was
over the moon with her new bike, so much so she made 3 dozen cakes for our recent cake stall. Macarthur Soft-
ball season is starting up so our Club will be doing the canteen and bbq for the players. Camden Lionesses have
helped at Narellan Lions Car Show, Unlock Camden for Camden Council, Meals on Wheels, Legacy and main-
tained Camden Hospital Palliative Care Garden. Our craft stall has gone on line and sales are continuing.
The North Canberra Bears Football Club invited Belconnen Lions Club to collect donations at their last six home games. It was agreed that money raised would go to assist the Special Care Nursery at Calvary Hospital. Generous support from patrons saw $2000 collected, this money will allow the nurses to purchase a mobile monitor which will assist them when the ward is in high demand.
The photo shows President Paul Stevens & Lion Nicola Gray with Nth Canberra Bears Brian Hogan presenting the cheque to the nurses.
Page 8 September 2019 Edition
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Salespeople may make a “better offer” as a counter to this special discount.
You are free to check out your options by contacting Gordon Matthews.
