Jerraganda Vol 18 No 32 260215

The Newsletter of Jerrabomberra Rotary RI District 9710

Volume 18 No. 32 Mystery Night

TV Trivia Meeting 833

26 February 2015

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Weekly Headlines

Hero Naming Competition Extended

Last week’s competition to come up with a name for our Hero has been extended through to the 11

March 2015. Feedback from the last meeting indicated that members needed more time to

contemplate the potential names for Jerrabomberra’s hero. Three entries have been received to date,

but all readers now have a further week to think of suitable names and send in their entries. As usual a

quality prize is on offer for the best name. See page 5 for more information.

Hannah Does Sydney

There is never a dull moment when it comes to the life of a Youth

Exchange Student, especially when that student is our very own

Hannah. This week Hannah spent a long weekend in Sydney with

host parents Sue and Paul. The days were long and by the end of

each day the feet were sore and the legs tired, but the excitment

level was extremely high.

There is a lot to see and do in Sydney. Squeezing in Darling

Harbour, the Aquarium, Taronga Zoo, a cruise on the harbour, an opera house tour, walks across the

bridge, Lunar Park, the Rocks markets and a few refueling stops in various restaurants, bars and cafes,

was quite an itinerary. Not to mention needing time to stop and take

thousands of photos!

Check out page 4 for this week’s Where’s Hannah Column.

Historical connections to Narromine Rotary

In 1958 the Rotary Club of Narromine NSW was chartered. Pictured

left the Narromine Charter President Doctor Frank Munro is seen

receiving the Club’s Charter.

Little did Jerrabomberra know that many years later the daughter of

the Narromine Charter President Sue Roger (nee Munro) would

become a member of Jerrabomberra Rotary.

Pictured left are the charter members of Narromine Rotary

Club. With Sue’s dad seated front centre displaying the

Charter. No lady members in those days, but Sue is now proud

to be carrying on the family tradition of Rotary service.

Wow, February has gone

already and here we are in

March, almost three quarters

of the way through the

Rotary year.

This week’s edition has plenty

of news, with Hannah’s most

recent adventures covered,

and a summary of last

Thursday’s TV Trivia Quiz

night.

Also featured is a little

historical connection

between Jerrabomberra and

Narromine Rotary clubs.

Last week’s Hero naming

Competion has been

extended so you still have

time to enter.

Also check out the Little

Know facts to learn more

about our Treasurer Jon.

The program has also been

updated on the last page.

Enjoy the read.

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Meeting 833 – 26 February 2015

This week’s meeting was advertised as a Mystery Night, and it lived up to its name with an evening of TV Trivia where the correct

answers to the TV Trivia Quiz questions proved to be quite elusive to many.

Quiz mistress Glenda had selected TV shows from the distant past (around the 1960’s). Many members complained that they did

not even have TV’s then. A few owned up to having had a black and white set, and one member recalled going to the neighbour’s

house to watch shows in colour!!

Of course with re-runs of the older shows, most members could recall having seen them at some time and some of the details

about them, but the clever design of the questions still left room for a lot of creative thinking (also called guessing) by those

present. The photos of the night reflect part of the story. Some teams even took to singing the theme songs of shows in order to

gain some extra (and much needed) points. The end result saw the team with 26 points winning on the night, with comments

about miss-spent youth and too much leisure time spent in front of the box coming from teams with lesser scores. A couple of

teams came close with scores of 23 and the rest fell away to the lowest score of 8 for the night. The winners got chocolates, but

then again so did everyone else.

All up, a fun evening and Glenda received appropriate accolades for pulling it all together. Rumour has it that Glenn and Glenda

have all the shows in their home library and watch them regularly.

The Business end of the meeting

President Paul welcomed Liz (Miller) as a guest for the evening. Liz was standing in for Bruce who was an apology.

Other apologies included Chilly, Carolyn, and Anton, with David B and Ian W on LoA.

President Paul apologised for missing last week’s meeting, but he had to attend an Air Force reunion for 4 days! He advised he

had a good time, at least what he can remember of it. Pres Paul thanked the members involved with the Queanbeyan Relay for

Life for their sterling efforts. He also asked all members to note the dates of District Assembly (18/19 April) and hoped that many

would attend.

Secretary Glenn and Treasurer Jon had nothing of consequence to report.

International and Club Service had no reports.

On Community Jan asked that those who would like to assist with the Kokoda Career Night BBQ on 12 March speak directly with

Mez. Jan also requested all members to note that the Southcare Open day was on Sunday March 29th

.

Youth Director Peter described Hannah as our very own Layne Beachley in recognition of her surfing prowess (see last issue of

the Jerraganda). Peter also read out an email received from our overseas exchange student Will, after his first month in the

States. (See next page for email).

Glenda asking the questions

– using iPhone technology

Glenn holding the ‘bluetooth speaker’ so all

could hear the theme tunes

The teams waiting for the

next question







The winning Team singing

for points







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Hey Peter,

I have been up to a lot lately including skiing, touring and catching up with some great people!

I just got back from my third ski trip and tried snowboarding for the first time (really fun!). The weather here

is really cold and guess what, no school tomorrow due to snow! I'm going sledding with some friends so I

really can't wait!

My classes are also going well. I am doing biology, drama, photography, English, geometry, US government

and wood work. I have some of the best teachers in the school making for a good time.

My family here is also great, they are phillieno [sic] so I get the best of both worlds! They have two children,

Jeremy and Maya (13 and 9) I get along really well with them.

Overall it has been a great first month and hope to hear from you!

Peter feels that Will may have meant to write Philippino when referring to his host family.

In General Business Liz (Miller) mentioned the upcoming Harman Legacy Charity Ball (see Ad this issue) and advised she is

happy to organise a table/tables, if people are interested in supporting the event.

Chris Hunter mentioned a special school assembly and tribute to ANZAC which will be held on 2 April. This event will pay a

special tribute to recently passed Captain Bede Tongs and the Governor General has been invited to attend. The event is on

early in April as several members of the school are departing to Gallipoli for ANZAC services later in the month.

The night’s Joker draw was won by Vera/Alex with the 2 of Clubs being drawn and the Joker living to fight another day.

Attendance was reported as 92/% - but we did not see any Port or Bailey’s come out – what happened there Mr President??

There were no markets on 28th

February due to the Canberra Show.

Business as usual resumes on Saturday 7 March and members rostered on for market duty are reminded all the usual market materials will be found in the container behind the office (due to the office having been vacated for the Show.

28 February 2015

No markets Tables Bags Water Books Donations Total

* Details as provided by the Market Master (Jan 2015 Roster)

Market Roster

Date Members

28 February No Markets – Canberra Show

7 March Mary-Rose, Liz Mulvaney, and Terry

14 March Colin, Cathy, and Chris

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Where’s Hannah?

This past weekend Hannah did Sydney. Well at least some of the best bits of Sydney.

Two and a half tightly packed days from Friday through to Sunday, saw Hannah visit the Sydney Aquarium, Taronga Zoo, Lunar

Park and the Rocks Markets, while also squeezing in a tour of the Opera House and a few trips back and forth across the Harbour

Bridge and stopping for a few ‘feeds’ along the way including sampling saltwater crocodile, emu and kangaroo pizzas at one of

Sydney’s iconic heritage hotels, the Australian, and Devonshire tea at “the Tea Cosy” café in the Rocks and a ferry trip out to

Manly and back across the harbour. The photos tell the story.

Under water at the aquarium Hannah got up close and personal with many fish, including some

rather large sharks, mantra rays and Dugongs. Pictured left are Sue and Hannah taking a rest

from the activities.

Taronga Zoo always impresses, and Hannah found a few friends along the

way. Pictured right, a Joey came up to say hello and pictured below left

Hannah found a friendly Koala for a quick

hug.

At Hannah’s request, Sue tracked down a

venue providing some very native

Australian food. At the Australian heritage

Hotel in the Rocks area, Hannah was able

to sample saltwater crocodile, kangaroo,

and emu.

A night time visit to Lunar Park finished off

one of the busy days (see right).

It was not all pub food; Hannah did get to

practice drinking tea while enjoying scones,

jam and cream, at one of the Rocks café’s

Devonshire Teas. Note the positioning of

the little finger in the photo to the left.

Hannah also enjoyed a cruise across the harbour on the ferry out

to Manly and back. While in Manly both the harbour side and

ocean side beaches were explored and ice cream was consumed

while the sun set.

Aquarium

rium

Zoo

Opera House

rium

Bridge

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Little Known Facts

This week’s little known facts are from Jon Wells

Date of Birth? April 1952

Birth Place? Sydney, NSW.

A Rotarian for? 2 years

Favourite colour? Blue

Favourite place? Home then most places in Australia

Favourite sport? Golf, Rugby League, AFL, Tennis

Favourite author? Michener, Wilbur Smith

Favourite film? The Sound of Music

Favourite actor? Clint Eastwood

Favourite food? Mixed Grill with two eggs

Favourite car? Jaguar

Inspired by? Fred Hollows

Dislikes? Slow Drivers

A place I would like to visit? Kangaroo Island

Do you have a Pet? Not now – previously cats – kids have Labra-doodles

Two things on your ‘bucket list’? Visit Kangaroo Island and Hawaii

Naming Competition

Last week’s naming competition has been extended a further two weeks – apparently members and readers need more time to

think of suitable names for our Hero. At the time of going to print this week we have three entries, and several promises. Come-

on folks it can’t be that hard. See details below on how to win the competition and gain ‘bragging rights’ .

On the Australia Day long weekend there were quite a few parties and BBQ’s around the

Jerrabomberra Suburb. At one particular event that followed the Jerrabomberra Rotary

Community Breakfast event a new ‘Super Hero’ was spotted. Always on the lookout for news

worthy pictures, and with a subject that was more than happy to pose for a photo, one of the

Jerraganda roaming photographers was able to capture this picture.

The question now - is what is this ‘super hero’ called?

The reader who submits the most original name for this Super Hero will receive a quality prize.

Closing date for entries is extended to Wednesday March 11 2015 (midnight).

Rumour has it that once named the ‘super hero’ may be available for a guest appearance at

next year’s community breakfast.

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The Last Page

Program

Meetings Social & Special Events Date Description Date Description (Contact)

19 February 2015 Vocational Visit – ACT Sports 21-22 February Queanbeyan Relay for Life

26 February Mystery Night 23 February Rotary International’s Birthday

5 March Business Meeting 12 March Kokoda Careers Night BBQ

12 March tba 27 March School Assembly Rotary Awards (Peter)

19 March Guest speaker – Pegasus Developing Abilities 29 March Southcare Open Day (Jan)

26 March Mystery Night 18-19 April District Assembly (Glenn)

2 April Business Night / Juniors on Watch talk 25 April ANAZAC Day (Jan)

9 April Guest Speaker Eden Monaro Cancer Group 1-10 May International Music Festival (Bruce)

2-3 May MS Mega Swim (Pres Paul)

* Compiled from information provided by the Program Mistress (Club Calendar Feb 2015)

OUR HISTORY

In 1998 the Rotary Clubs of Queanbeyan and Queanbeyan West Rotary decided to sponsor a new Rotary Club based in Jerrabomberra. Bill Lilley, John Snedden and Peter Jarvis from Queanbeyan West took on the joint roll of mentoring the development of the new club. (Peter Jarvis went on to become our Charter President).

Advertising for potential members began in March 1998. After a successful campaign, the Club was chartered on 18 November 1998 with 26 members.

Initial meetings were held at the Jerrabomberra General Store—the venue was very good until we grew in numbers. We then moved to the Jerrabomberra Community Centre for a few years, and we now meet at the Jerrabomberra Public School Staff Room, on Thursdays (6.15 for 6.30 pm).

(Charter) President Peter Jarvis ran competitions to select a name for our Club Newsletter and a design for the Club banner. There were some good and some not so good suggestions. Pam Spencer suggested the winning bulletin name ‘Jerraganda’ and David Stevens was the successful designer of our club banner. The design incorporated a goose and the windmill associated with the original entrance to the estate adjacent to the Community Centre. Both the Jerraganda and the Club logo have evolved to keep pace with modern times.

We have always been, and continue to be, a vibrant and fun loving club providing valued community service, both locally and internationally. Our motto is,

“Doing Good and Having Fun”

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT - 2014-2015

President Paul Robey

President Elect Mez Mulvaney

Vice President Paul Roger

Secretary Glenn Wahlert

Treasurer Jon Wells

Club Service Director Mez Mulvaney

Community Service Director Jan Pettigrew

International and Foundation Director Robert Chilman

Youth and Vocational Service Director Peter Jarvis

CURRENT CLUB MEMBERS

David Bailey, PHF. PP Mez Mulvaney, OAM, PHF, PE

Robert Chilman Anton Pemmer, PHF, PP

Cathy Hobbs Paul Robey, President

Carolyn Hackett Jan Pettigrew, PHF, PP

Colin Hobbs, PHF, PP Paul Roger PHF, PP

Chris Hunter, OAM, PHF, PP Sue Roger

Peter Jarvis, PHF, PP Pam Spencer, PHF, PP

Sue Jarvis, PHF Terry Spencer, PHF, PP

Bev McKay David Stevens, PHF, PP

Lynne McPherson Glenda Wahlert, PP

Kerry McPherson Glenn Wahlert

Bruce Miller Jon Wells

Liz Mulvaney, PHF Ian Wholohan

HONORARY MEMBERS SUPPORTERS

Alex Alexander Vera Alexander

Anne Davis Vickie Still

CLUB DETAILS

Rotary Club of Jerrabomberra Incorporated

PO Box 8, Jerrabomberra NSW, 2619

www.jerrarotary.org.au

Email: [email protected]

Meets Thursday 6.15 for 6.30 – 8.30pm Jerrabomberra Public School (Staff Room)

Attendance & Apologies

LIZ Mulvaney by 12 Noon Tuesday T: 0448754274 E: [email protected]

Newsletter Contributions

Paul Roger T: 0418 786945 E: [email protected]

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