ROTARY CLUB OF PENRITH VALLEY INC. BULLETIN SPECIAL EDITION Rotary International President Ron Burton Chartered 20th May 1977 P O Box 267 Penrith NSW 2751 www.penrithvalleyrotary.org
ROTARY CLUB OF PENRITH VALLEY INC. Meets Wednesday at Penrith Panthers, 6.30 for 7.00 pm CLUB DIRECTORY 2013/2014 President: Don Mackenzie Directors: Pres.Elect: Chris Dallen Club Administration: Chris Dallen Secretary: Margaret Fenech International & Foundation: Ron Norman Treasurer: Jim Honess Public Relations: Don Mackenzie Immediate Past Service Projects: John Krisenthal President: Jean Vranich New Generations: Margaret Fenech Vocational/Membership: George Rabie COMMITTEES AND CLUB ADMINISTRATION Sergeant: Glenn Reinhard Child Protection Officer & Corporal: Elizabeth Aitken Risk Management: Mario Bellantonio Attendance & Venue: Peter Murray Program & Club Calendar: Dan Brigden Welfare Officer: Robyn Burton Public Officer & Club Historian: Keith Wakefield SERVICE PROJECTS: (Chairman: John Krisenthal) COMMITTEE: John Gollings, Barry Preskett, Glenn Reinhard, Mark Streater, Keith Wakefield, Dave Adamson, Peter Murray, Shamus Davies, Dario Poles, Eddie Vidal PUBLIC RELATIONS: (Chairman: Don Mackenzie) COMMITTEE: Jean Vranich(Bulletin Editor), George Rabie, Jim Aitken, Elizabeth Aitken, CLUB MEMBERSHIP/VOCATIONAL: (Chairman: Goerge Rabie) COMMITTEE: Andrew Mizzi, Narelle and Ray Moody, O Brien Wyngaard, Shiva Prakash, Jim Aitken, Armand Sukhla INTERNATIONAL & FOUNDATION: (Chairman: Ron Norman COMMITTEE: Armand Sukhla, Joy Norman, Terry Davies, Robyn Burton, Mario Bellantonio, Sachint Lal, Jim Honess, Chris Dallen YOUTH: (Chairperson: Margaret Fenech) COMMITTEE: Alex Donaldson, Sarah Whereat, Joanne Willott, Dan Brigden, Graham Beckett, HONORARY MEMBERS: Merrilyn Beach, John Brown, Bruce Chenery, Kathy Gal, Denis Green, Julie McElrae, Joe Rees, John Wakeling, Tom Walsh, Geoffrey Munyeme, Andrew Rios, Linda Rios, Noor Vellani Club website: www.penrithvalleyrotary.org
6th November Series 37 Vol. 19 This Bulletin is a special edition covering the Pride of Workmanship!! Fellowship and Vote of Thanks Duty Roster 6th November: Dave Adamson 13th November: Elizabeth Aitken Door and Weekly Dues Collection Roster: 6th November: Narelle Moody 13th November: Jim Aitken Club Banners Roster: Joanne Willott and Helpers! HAPPY BIRTHDAYS October: Mira Vellani (8th), Lyn Vidal (13th), Eddie Vidal (18th), Jan Prakash (25th), Julie Brigden (26th), Dave Adamson (28th) ANNIVERSARIES October: Keith and Bev Wakefield (10th), Armand and Carol Sukhla (28th) DATES TO REMEMBER 6th November Practice for the Debate 12th November Transfer meeting to Lower Blue for the Great Debate 13th November NO MEETING THIS NIGHT. YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN AT LOWER BLUE LAST NIGHT Rotary Club of Penrith Valley Inc Bulletin is published weekly. The editor welcomes comments on items but reserves the right to edit for style and length. Reports and articles do not necessarily reflect the views of the editor or the leadership of the Rotary Club of Penrith Valley Inc. The editor respects the intellectual property and copyright of the writer including the writer s responsibility for errors of fact and spelling. Cross fines of $1 will apply if the editor is fined for the writer s (copyright) inaccuracies! editor@penrithvalleyrotary.org
This special edition of the Bulletin has been prepared for distribution not only to the members but also for those businesses that participated in the Pride of Workmanship Awards 2013 (Names have been removed to protect the innocent) Our meeting last week was a wonderful night celebrating those employees nominated by their employers as worthy of receiving the Pride of Workmanship Award. These employees were such that they went above and beyond their normal tasks in their workplace, not only for the betterment of themselves but also their employers and businesses. Extracts of their nomination notes have been included in this bulletin along with Photographs from the evening. DON T FORGET THE GREAT DEBATE is on Tuesday 12th November at Emu Sports Club Leonay 6.30 for 7pm. This is a transfer meeting. I will keep reminding you. GOODWILL is an asset that competition can t destroy Be prepared to be appointed. For life, for health, and the Sprit to serve, for faith, for freedom and good fellowship We thank thee.
GUEST SPEAKER Our guest speaker for the evening was Gwen McMaster- Fay. In 2000 the newly formed Nepean Clinical School at the Nepean Hospital was the only teaching hospital of the University of Sydney (now Sydney University) that did not have its own Research Foundation. Gwen is one of the original founders of the Nepean Medical Research Foundation which was established to fund research at the Nepean Hospital. Gwen is the President of the Council which is made up of volunteers and she works tirelessly to ensure the Foundation s success. She also helps her husband, Dr. Roger McMaster-Fay in his busy practice as a Gynaecologist here at Emu Plains, Balmain, Westmead and Penrith. Prior to all of this Gwen was a teacher.
ThaT s EnTErTainmEnT!
Christopher Wallace He is in complete control of all aspects of those areas under his control He is vigilant with the routines that keep the impulse lines full and merchandised He has a superior knowledge of the administrative functions of the business, and His people/customer service skills are top shelf Jeff Zeiba, Big W Store Manager Penrith Kim Player Kim is always willing to go the extra mile when looking after clients. She certainly takes pride in her work and brings both enthusiasm and a focussed commitment to all her tasks. Kim is also seen as a go to person in the workplace for all those tricky tasks that can present from time to time. Kim would be a worthy recipient of the Pride of Workmanship Award. Mark Smith Senior Business Banking Manager NAB
Aimee De Chellis Aimee is a young lady who has overcome depression and anxiety during her first year of employment. Aimee has now grown in confidence in all aspects of the workplace including the bookstore and café. Aimee takes pride in her work and shows initiative and is always willing to do extra shifts. Aimee is studying journalism full time at university. Warren Ward Store Manager Koorong Books Lee Henderson Lee has three major roles Managing a portfolio of commercial, industrial and retail properties Managing the other employees in the property management department Overall office management I am constantly told by our customers that Lee exceeds their expectations. He has enormous respect from his co-workers and manages the overall business as if it was his own. Colin Henry Managing Director, Raine & Horne Commercial, Penrith
Tayla Welsh Warm, dedicated and a real people person, Tayla Welsh is the receptionist/sales support member for the Emu Plains Office. Tayla has lived in the local area for most of her life. Tayla has gained an impressive wide range of skills and experiences from reception, customer service and sales support. Her dedication, loyalty and work ethic are a rarity and something that she and her family should be proud of. When it comes to life outside Jim Aitken + Partners, Tayla loves socialising, spending time with her partner Beau, and with her family. Jim Aitken, Managing Director Tara Bennett Tara joined Jim Aitken & Partners Real Estate nearly three years ago and is a valued member of the team. Her happy disposition combined with her ability to stay calm and keep her sense of humour in a fast paced busy office, endears her to both her colleagues and clients. Tara is a whiz at all aspects of her job and very loyal. Tara is a people s person and enjoys the diversity of real estate. In her spare time she enjoys getting out and having fun with her friends, she doesn t mind getting out for a dance or simply catching up for a chat. Tara also enjoys going for a drive to the beach and soaking up some sun during the warmer months.
Deanna Melbin Enthusiasm, dedication and pride in her work. Difficult decision making and balancing of personalities at Board level, University of Sydney level and within the Nepean Hospital and Clinic. Works overtime at short notice without complaint. Never a task too difficult. Gwen McMaster-Fay, Chair Nepean Medical Research Foundation
Nepean Youth Accommodation Services Manager Stephanie Oatley
Congratulations to all the recipients!!! Thank you to all those who donated to our wonderful raffle!!!
PAST PRESIDENTS 1977/78 Arthur Bennett 1989/90 Sachint Lal 2001/02 Noor Vellani 1978/79 Phil Magee 1990/91 Malcolm Beach 2002/03 Glenn Reinhard 1979/80 Ray Waters 1991/92 Alan Richardson 2003/04 Graham Wilson 1980/81 Denis Green 1992/93 John Brown 2004/05 Alex Donaldson 1981/82 Bert Bragg 1993/94 Jim Aitken 2005/06 Linda Rios 1982/83 Shiva Prakash 1994/95 Barry Preskett 2006/07 Dario Poles 1983/84 Arthur Harris 1995/96 John Tourish 2007/08 O Brien Wyngaard 1984/85 Mario Bellantonio 1996/97 Graham Beckett 2008/09 Ron Norman 1985/86 Tony Robinson 1997/98 Max Shepherd 2009/10 Graeme Butler 1986/87 Lou Gal 1998/99 Armand Sukhla 2010/11 John Gollings 1987/88 Tom Walsh 1999/2000 Terry Davies 2011/12 Catrina O Kane 1988/89 Keith Wakefield 2000/01 Jim Honess 2012/13 Jean Vranich PAUL HARRIS FELLOWS Up to 2nd October 2013 the Rotary Club of Penrith Valley has awarded Paul Harris Fellowships to, or have the following as members who are PHFs: Jim Aitken, Charles Ancheta, Malcolm Beach, Merilyn Beach, Graham Beckett, Mario Bellantonio, Arthur Bennett*, Jane Bennett, John Boccanfuso, Bert Bragg, John Brown, John Buchtmann, Robyn Burton, Eileen Cammack, Sheila Cunliffe, John Daly, Terry Davies*, Alex Donaldson*, Arthur Downes, Phil Fehon, Jim Freeburn, Lou Gal*, Maggie Giddens, Denis Green*, Jim Honess, Phyllis Jenkins, Dipak Kumar, Dr Sachint Lal* Tony Lauer, Dario Poles, Dr Shiva Prakash, Barry Preskett*, Helen Redler*, Joe Redler*, Glenn Reinhard*, Marjorie Ross, Max Shepherd, Armand Sukhla, Dr Noor Vellani, Keith Wakefield*, John Wakeling*, Tom Walsh, Graham Wilson, Helen Wakeling, Julie McElrea, Sue Kingsbury, Andrew Mizzi*, Marilyn Mercer*, Margaret Fenech*, Bruce Chenery., Jean Vranich, Luciano Vranich., Dr Al_Khhawaja * Sapphire Pins Monday Nepean Penrith Valley Inn 7.00 for 7.15am Penrith Penrith RSL Club 6.30 for 7.00pm Richmond Richmond Golf Club 6.30 for 7.00pm Springwood Springwood & District Community Club 6.30 for 7.00pm Gunargarang Rotaract 1st Monday of Month at Emu Plains Sport & Recreation Club, 3rd Monday at Blaxland Tavern 8.00pm Tuesday Lower Blue Mountains Emu Plains Sporting & Recreation Club 6.30 for 7.00pm St Marys St Marys RSL & Ex-Servicemen's Club 6.00 for 6.30pm Wednesday Wallacia-Mulgoa Valley 1440 Mulgoa Road, Wallacia 7.00 for 7.30pm OBJECT OF ROTARY The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprises and in particular, to encourage and foster: FIRST: The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; SECOND: High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian s occupation as an opportunity to serve society; THIRD: The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian s personal, business and community life; FOURTH: The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
The 4-Way Test 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? Rotary Grace O Lord, The giver of all good We thank Thee for our daily food May Rotary Friends and Rotary ways Help us to serve Thee all our days ( Rotary International 1946) Bulletin printed and collated by SNAP Printing Penrith (02) 4721 4969. Photographer Peter Murray. Alternative Minutes Sachint Lal