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     Volume 2 
     Issue 3    
     19 July 2021
 
 
 
From President Maurie
Last week we were fortunate to enjoy speaker Tim Oldham’s presentation, particularly relevant in this time of Covid pandemic.
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Our Meeting on 15 July

Our guest speaker, Dr Tim Oldham, pictured here with Findley Cornell, gave us a fascinating and illuminating presentation on the running of a small biotech company namely Adalta P/L
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Environment Committee
President Maurie and Rowan McClean have been discussing the possibility of an Environment Committee for  RCNB to explore new activity in the seventh RI Area of Focus.
 
Would anyone interested contact Rowan McClean.
 
Drought Relief Program

June Update

 
Since March 2019 we have run two successful Drought Relief projects in the St Arnaud and Numurkah regions of Victoria.
 
 
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Well Done Prompt Payers
 
Many thanks to 50 members who have been quick off the mark paying their RCNB subscription.
 
Lotus good news story: Somphong2021
John Schiller Scholarship Recipient
 
Somphong Vilaysack
 
Interview with Alexandria Hinds, Lotus Project Coordinator
July 2021
 
Alex (Lotus Project Coordinator), Somphong (IT Student) and Phuang (Lotus Community Coordinator)
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Rotary Leadership Institute
The Rotary Leadership Institute
The Rotary Leadership Institute Program presents a wonderful opportunity for experienced Rotarians, new members and indeed people interested in finding out more about Rotary to take some time to experience the history, current and new initiatives related to this great organisation we call Rotary.
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A Solution to Fogging Up Glasses!
Some people have struggled with glasses fogging up while wearing masks.
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Playground Opening on 8 August

The Opening date of Sunday 8th August is now 3 weeks ago and RCNB has volunteered for some tasks.
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Geoff's Health Tip
More Evidence Coffee is Good for You
 
With coffee assuming the mantle of Australia's most popular beverage, you will be pleased to know that a massive review of the scientific literature has found that drinking three to four cups of black coffee a day provides the most health benefits.  
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workshop
Help Build a Better Rotary
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Fellowship Weekend
 
 
 
Thank You to Our Sponsors
 
 
 
     
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
More Information Wanted?
Rotary Club of North Balwyn: www.rotarynorthbalwyn.com.au
Rotary Club of North Balwyn Men's Shed:
Rotary District 9800: www.rotarydistrict9800.org.au
Club Meetings
 
22 July
A Mystery Guest Speaker!!
 
29 July
Our own Grant King will give his autobiography
 
 
 
 
Are you attending our next meeting?  If so, click:
Be sure to send this email to our Attendance Officer (Hugo) by Tuesday preceding the meeting.
 
 
Club Meeting Rosters
 
 Meeting rosters are back!!
 
 
 
Volunteer Opportunities
Second Bite
 
 
 
Camberwell Sunday Market
 
Our weekly commitment is to have 2 Volunteers for each of  6.45am to 10.00am and 9.45am to 1.00pm.  Here is the roster.
Geoff Steinicke awaits your email to nominate a day/time.
 
Gardening
 
Our Gardening program is up and running so please check the roster here and let Neil know when you can assist.
 
 
Club Diary
 
Yarra Bank Park Opening
8 August 2021
 
Working Bee at Camp Getaway
22 - 24 October 2021
 
Fellowship Weekend
Phillip Island
5 - 8 November 2021
 
 
 
Celebrations
 
 
Birthdays
Jack Liao
Neil Marshall
 
Inductions
 
Weddings
Rowan McClean and Penny Evans
 
 
 
 
 
Grapevine Deadline
Information for Grapevine needs to be with the Editor by midday Saturday.  
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