Ian introduced Judy, our chair for the day
Judy welcomed our guest speaker Richard "one of our own"
Irish took the photos
James delivered the International Toast to RC Moscow International
then moved on to the Presidents Report
New members "in the pipeline"
Best ever Golf Day on the way
No meeting next week, but you can attend the Zoom Celebrating 100 Years Meeting from 12:30 till 2:00
John sends his apologies - taking his mother to the USA
Merv sends his apologies too (less travel in his instance I'm guessing)
Bunnings BBQ coming up - more in the Directors reports
Rotary name comes from rotating meetings, and the first service project was public toilets, women admitted in 1987 - James recounted his experience as President of RC East Sydney
"Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations"
Gentlemen (& ladies)
I have spoken to PP Alf Muller and it was in his term that our first women member was inducted
Alf served two terms 1998/99 and 1999/2000
It was during his first term that the women in our Rotary club was suggested and approved by the board
Lyn Gahan was our first women member, inducted in Alf's second term
Lyn went on to also be our first women president in 2001/2002
During her term the Pelican Waters Probus Club was sponsored with Lyn as its first President –she is still an active member of that club
Cheers
Darryl
Trevor introduce guest speaker Richard who gave his life story
Richard was born in 1959 and had a "great childhood" at Hunters Hill (home of Rolf Harris too)
His future wife Sherry worked at a chemist shop. She was impressed when he said he was Rich
In 1990 they moved to Qld
He had previously had a couple of business before working at Long Bay - working as a corrections officer is one of those "accidental" professions
He worked in both women's and men's prisons - the women are smarter
He also recounted some of the surreal situations he has encountered
Judy thanked Richard for a most interesting presentation
Directors -
Judy reminded us of the Bunnings BBQ on Sat 30th
Sgt Ian gave us "something for nothing"
And with 'Stralia Day coming up ..
AUSTRALIAN ETIQUETTE
IN GENERAL
1. Never take an open stubby to a job interview.
2. Always identify people in your paddocks before shooting at them.
3. It's tacky to take an esky to church.
4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it's time to change the sheets.
5. Even if you're certain you're included in the will, it's rude to take your ute and trailer to the funeral.
IN GENERAL
1. Never take an open stubby to a job interview.
2. Always identify people in your paddocks before shooting at them.
3. It's tacky to take an esky to church.
4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it's time to change the sheets.
5. Even if you're certain you're included in the will, it's rude to take your ute and trailer to the funeral.
DINING OUT
1. When decanting wine from the box, tilt the paper cup and pour slowly so as not to bruise the wine.
2. If drinking directly from the bottle, hold it with only one hand.
1. When decanting wine from the box, tilt the paper cup and pour slowly so as not to bruise the wine.
2. If drinking directly from the bottle, hold it with only one hand.
ENTERTAINING IN YOUR HOME
1. A centrepiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.
2. Don't allow the dog to eat at the table, no matter how good his manners.
3. Put your empty plates for the dog to lick beside your chair, not under the table, when others are still eating.
4. If you need to fart at the table, ensure it is silent.
1. A centrepiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.
2. Don't allow the dog to eat at the table, no matter how good his manners.
3. Put your empty plates for the dog to lick beside your chair, not under the table, when others are still eating.
4. If you need to fart at the table, ensure it is silent.
PERSONAL HYGIENE
1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this should be done in private, using one's OWN ute keys.
2. Even if you live alone, deodorant isn't a waste of money.
3. On the other hand, extensive use of deodorant can only delay bathing by a few days.
4. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a no-no, it alters the taste of finger foods and if you are a woman it can draw attention away from your cleavage.
1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this should be done in private, using one's OWN ute keys.
2. Even if you live alone, deodorant isn't a waste of money.
3. On the other hand, extensive use of deodorant can only delay bathing by a few days.
4. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a no-no, it alters the taste of finger foods and if you are a woman it can draw attention away from your cleavage.
THEATRE ETIQUETTE
1. Crying babies should be cuddled. If the movie is not louder, complain to the operator.
2. Refrain from yelling abuse at characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can't hear you.
3. If your lady offers to pay for her ticket, agree, then ask for popcorn.
1. Crying babies should be cuddled. If the movie is not louder, complain to the operator.
2. Refrain from yelling abuse at characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can't hear you.
3. If your lady offers to pay for her ticket, agree, then ask for popcorn.
WEDDINGS
1. Livestock is a poor choice for a wedding gift - they tend to smell.......
2. Kissing the bride for more than five seconds may cause a drop in your popularity. (Excessive use of the tongue is also considered out of place)
3. For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A tracksuit with a cummerbund and a clean football jumper can create a tacky appearance.
4. Though uncomfortable, say "yes" to socks and shoes for the occasion.
5. When you tie beer cans to the wedding car, make sure they are the groom's brand of beer.
1. Livestock is a poor choice for a wedding gift - they tend to smell.......
2. Kissing the bride for more than five seconds may cause a drop in your popularity. (Excessive use of the tongue is also considered out of place)
3. For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A tracksuit with a cummerbund and a clean football jumper can create a tacky appearance.
4. Though uncomfortable, say "yes" to socks and shoes for the occasion.
5. When you tie beer cans to the wedding car, make sure they are the groom's brand of beer.
DRIVING ETIQUETTE
1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even when it is the police.
2. When entering a roundabout, always give way to the Double D.
3. Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.
4. When sending your wife down the road with a petrol can, it's impolite to ask her to bring back beer too.
5. If your dog slobbers out the window, drive far enough ahead of the car behind.
6. If you see a booze buss and your drunk, stop and have a power nap.
1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even when it is the police.
2. When entering a roundabout, always give way to the Double D.
3. Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.
4. When sending your wife down the road with a petrol can, it's impolite to ask her to bring back beer too.
5. If your dog slobbers out the window, drive far enough ahead of the car behind.
6. If you see a booze buss and your drunk, stop and have a power nap.