Rotary Review - July 2002

THE DISTRICT GOVERNOR WRITES...

As you receive this District magazine our new Rotary year will have started. I believe that it will be a great year of challenge and opportunity. It will be the year that Rotary raises the required funds to eradicate polio from the face of the world. What a legacy for the world as Rotary starts to celebrate its Centenary in the year 2005. Let us involve our communities and young people in local fund raising projects. It provides the opportunity to raise these funds, inform the world what has been achieved since 1985, and increase our Rotary profile. It is the year to plan for our celebrations in 2005 and when in Anaheim we were informed how Rotary International is well forward in its planning. What is your Club planning? This is the year when we build on the Global Quest with an emphasis for new qualified members and at the same time retaining those we have recruited. Two new Clubs are in planning stage. It would be great to report on the 30th June 2003 that District Rotary membership had increased to 2250. I look forward to visiting you all on my official visit and participating together at Southport and other Rotary events. Let us have fun and fellowship and at the same time 'Make the Difference' to other people's lives as we act and 'Sow the Seeds of Love and Friendship' in our communities and throughout the world. John Bendall

Caption: The chain of office passes on. [Photo by Walter Hayes]

THE NEW LOOK

Welcome to the new-look Rotary Review. Although it's good for even the most modest regular publication to have a face-lift from time to time, this one has been made necessary by economic forces. As many of you will know, the advertising revenue that for several years made a major contribution to the cost of production has dried up. This means that we must produce within the limits of the District budget alone. To do that we have abandoned the four-colour front cover and reduced the number of editorial pages from 10.1/2 to eight. We will try not to reject any relevant item submitted for publication but the smaller space available means the editorial knife will be slightly sharper than before! Rotary Review will continue to be published four times a year, at District Council meetings. In conclusion, two "thankyou"s. Firstly to Woodward Printers, who design the layout, print the magazine and pack and deliver the parcels. Their unfailingly friendly and professional support and co-operation make the job of editing a pleasure and contribute substantially to the production quality we are able to achieve. Secondly, thankyou to you, the Rotarian readers. Large quantities of material arrive continuously on the editorial desk from a good number of Clubs and District Officers. There is always too much copy, which is exactly as it should be. Your support is much appreciated. Keep it coming! Ron Walker Editor

NEXT ISSUE

The next issue of Rotary Roundabout will be published at the District Council on October 17th 2002. Final date for copy is September 28th.

CLUB ROUNDABOUT

Vale of Belvoir/Bingham - Vehicle for Day Hospice

In May Dove Cottage Day Hospice, near Stathern, had an adapted vehicle presented to them by the Vale of Belvoir Rotary Club, Bingham and District Rotary Club and the Bingham Round Table. These Clubs joined together to raise money to buy the vehicle, a Renault Trafic Cruiser, which will carry wheel chair users who are guests of the Hospice. Steve Lawes from the Vale of Belvoir Rotary Club, said "We saw this vehicle as our project for the Millennium, but we knew our goal depended on the help of the other Clubs. We hope the vehicle will be of service for many years to come."

[Report by Trevor Richmond]

Keyworth & Ruddington - In Good Spirit

Roy Pownall reports: With remarkably little sign of reluctance Pres Robert A Fowler handed over to SVP Tony Stimson last month a treat destined for the members of our twinned Club, Hattem and Heerde. Their 25th anniversary was last year but the celebrations were postponed due to F & M disease in the Netherlands. Reliable sources (Tony, PDG Roy Parsons and his wife Kay) confirm that the whisky was received in good spirit. Our exchange student, Vuyiswa Agosi, presented a talk at Keyworth Primary School and Pres Robert had some fast thinking to do to ensure fairness when judging the Children's Crown and flag competition for the jubilee celebrations at the local Bunny Primary School. Ambassadorial Scholar, Anne Campbell, delivered a fascinating talk to the Club on her adventurous cycle ride across America. Major donations this year were made to Rainbows Hospice, Children in Distress and Notts Motor Neurone Society. At the Club Assembly plans were announced for a new committee to co-ordinate fund raising effort with a target of £1,000 for each of the Club's 25 years in existence.

Ravenshead - Citizen of the Year

On 22nd May 2002, in front of a packed Olde Bridge Inn, Pres Alan Snape presented our Citizen of the Year award to Aubrey Formon of Blidworth. In selecting Aubrey, The Club gave recognition to Aubrey's many activities which help generate a feeling of community in Blidworth. These include membership of the Coalfields Regeneration Forum, Blidworth Community Centre Committee, Blidworth Residents Forum, and Blidworth Playgrounds Committee. Aubrey has been Involved with SureStart, helping mothers to nurture children from prenatal to 4 years of age and is Editor of the Blidworth Forum Focus Magazine.

Bolsover - A Sure Sign

An unmistakable indication of Rotary's presence in the town of Bolsover was inaugurated by DG Brian at a ceremony at the end of May. The Club produced a large Rotary wheel and installed it in a prominent position on Station Road, Bolsover. The wheel itself and the accompanying plaque were made of wood and glass reinforced plastic by Club member Kevin Williams, while the stainless steel support frame was produced by Pres. Bill Clarke. DG Brian said the sign was a significant achievement by the Bolsover Club and probably unique in the District.

Mapperley - A Remarkable Lady

Linda Siddons, wife of Club member Alan Siddons, received for Teenage Cancer Trust a cheque for £1000, which was raised at their Sportsman Event, reports the Secretary, John Turner. "Linda is a remarkable lady who has done so much to raise money for this most worthwhile cause. Despite having suffered from cancer herself she has already achieved two lengthy walks in foreign parts and plans yet another, so determined is she to help the teenagers. A truly remarkable woman with a heart of gold." On the same occasion Pres David Edwards presented a cheque for £1000 to the Prada Willi Syndrome Association, Derby. Notts. County School of Excellence and Nottingham City Schoolboys had six sets of football kit surplus to requirements. These were generously donated to the Club and are now on their way to deserving children in Brazil and Romania. Two sets of shirts have already been received by grateful children at St. Francis College, Benoni, South Africa. Thanks to Roy Parsons and the Keyworth & Ruddington Club for arranging transportation of these shirts to South Africa.

Bretby - Fishy Story

John Graves reports: "Visitors are like fish. When you have had them for three days they start to smell!" So went the parting thought from Andreas, one of the visitors, at the end of the biennial visit from our friends from RC of Lingen, held over the Jubilee weekend. Of course we could not agree, having just enjoyed a superb time together. Packed with activities, well chosen and organised - it went like clockwork, well fed, and excellent visits and above all else the sun shone to show everything at its best. Some 21 members of the Lingen Club and ladies managed the trip this year. We were able to meet old friends and welcome new ones. Two Senior Citizens' concerts were held again this year at the Pirelli Club. It was a success with about 130 attending, a number in wheel chairs, and many of our ladies assisting the large Rotarian turnout.

Retford - Charter Day Celebrations

The May Day weekend was very busy for Community Service and leave was cancelled for a number of Club workers, reports Chairman Peter Jervis. "It was a cold and damp start for members setting up our tombola and bran tub stall in the Market Square. Charter Day presents an excellent opportunity for Rotary to publicise our activities and even on a cool day a large number of people are moving through the Market Square. I believe we can build the event into something quite significant in future years. The efforts produced a profit of £191." The Saturday of that weekend saw the Club's annual Senior Citizens' party organised jointly with Inner Wheel. Sixty-nine people attended, including the Town Mayor, Cllr Mike Quigley, and Inner Wheel President, Elizabeth Wakefield.

Swadlincote - Golden Jubilee BBQ

The Rotary Club and Inner Wheel of Swadlincote held a Golden Jubilee BBQ at the home of Rotn Ted and Gillian Harvey, when they raised more than £1400. Over 180 friends and family attended the event and after enjoying the barbecue were entertained by local folk group 'The Travelling People'. The money raised will be shared between the two organizations' local and international charities.

Beeston - Snapper Snapped

In 1992 the Club inaugurated a photo competition and a trophy in the shape of a tripod-mounted camera was added to the Club's awards. This was to mark Walter Hayes's 50 years as a member. Ten years on he helped stage the annual competition, which was won by PP Stewart Hubert with a shot of a French railway steam engine. AG John Kirkland was speaker at the Club Assembly when the photographic and other Club trophies were presented. [Report by Walter Hayes]

Hucknall - A "Joint" Event

Everyone had a chance to make pigs of themselves (says PRO Vince Allen) at a hog roast held at Hayes Farm, Newstead, which proved a big success both as a social occasion and a fund raiser for the Hucknall Rotary and Inner Wheel Clubs. Afterwards there were games and competitions and the sun shone to make it a perfect day all round.

A DISTRICT TREASURER'S LOT ... By David Curtis

I have now relinquished the role of District Treasurer after five hectic, but enjoyable years in the post.

I would like everyone to be aware that I have had tremendous support from every District Governor I have had the privilege to work with. The late Barry Harding, Keith Hammond, David Power, Peter Swift and Past District Governor Brian Darlison have always been totally supportive of any revisions that have been suggested regarding control of expenditure, maximising income and presentation of reports. Indeed in the last five years I cannot remember a District Governor being absent from a Finance Committee meeting, thus showing how important the whole issue of finance has been taken.

Mentioning the Finance Committee reminds me that over the last five years the two elected Finance Committee Members have been Keith Earnshaw and Mike Neville. Mike, of course, is now the current District Treasurer and I wish Mike and Yvonne every success. Keith has in fact been a Member of the Committee for seven consecutive years in total, a magnificent achievement. Keith is not standing for election next year - I think he thoroughly deserves a well earned rest. My very best wishes go to Keith and Jen.

The Finance Committee has played an important monitoring role as well as giving me advice and support which I have appreciated. The Auditor appointed by the District, David Wilson, has on occasions attended the meetings to give us the benefit of his experience regarding procedures and presentation of the Accounts. The end result has been that for the year 2000 / 2001 the Accounts were subject to a full Audit rather than an examination. I was pleased to report at the District Council meeting held in October that the Accounts for 2000 / 2001 contained an unqualified Audit Report. I cannot stress too highly the important role that the Finance Committee plays within the District. In particular, the two elected Members of the Finance Committee and the Auditor do not get the recognition they deserve and I would like. on your behalf, to acknowledge their valuable contribution and thank them for ensuring that District's finances remain sound.

I would also like to thank all my fellow District Officers, especially the District Executive and the Conference Committee, for their friendship and for making the job easier for me than it could have been! Also a thankyou to my own Club, Mapperley, for nominating me to the Finance Committee and then as District Treasurer. The bad news for them is that I shall be attending more Club meetings now!

Finally I would like to thank you for your support when I have submitted reports to District Council. Hopefully the reports have had some interest to every member. But please let me or my successor know if you think we are not providing you with the information you require, after all it is your money (and mine!) that we are dealing with.

Thank you once again for the opportunity of being the District Treasurer for the last five years. A District Treasurer's lot IS a happy one!

FOUR SCHOLARS OUT - FOUR SCHOLARS IN!
By Val Lindley, District Ambassadorial Scholars Officer

It is time to say farewell to our Ambassadorial Scholars, Naoko, Sachiko, Naomi and Anne. During their time in the District they have attended over 50 functions and Clubs. Many have enjoyed hearing their experiences both in their own countries and in Nottingham. We wish them well for the future and prepare to welcome Andrew Bowles from St.Catherines, Canada, Michael Humavindu from Windhoek, Namibia, Chieko Kushima from Morioka, northwest Japan and Kaori Mitsui from Kofu, southern Japan. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the Rotarians and their partners for acting as Counsellors. Particular thanks to those Clubs who have hosted the scholars this year and made them feel at home.

EX-DISTRICT TREASURER, PHF Rotarian David Curtis, recently retired District Treasurer, has been awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship by his Club, Mapperley, in recognition of "the amazing work that he has done for Rotary, both District and Club." The award was presented at the Club's Charter in May. David sported a pair of football shorts, which his fellow Rotarians made him wear as part of the celebrations. David is still a keen footballer and can often he seen playing a game of five a side, "a remarkable event for some one his age" says Club Secretary John Turner.

FULFILLING OUR PROMISE: ERADICATE POLIO
Summary of Report by PDG Keith Hammond to District Council 24th July 2002

District target £100,000 - the equivalent of £50 from each member of your Club. Club targets required by September. "There are many, many viruses. All are bad. One is evil. Its name is polio. It picks especially on little people ". (William Sergeant, Chairman, RI International Polio Plus Committee). Only 10 endemic countries remain. Less than 500 cases in the last 12 months! Committee: Keith Hammond, Derby, (Chairman); Bibek Pradhan, Mansfield (North); Val Lindley, Sherwood Sunrisers (East); Colin Brockington, Bretby (South); Peter Clark, Wirksworth (West). Brian Darlison, Hucknall (PR). Information Three articles on the District website at www.rotaryl220.org: (1) notes of talk to assembly, (2) newsletter for all Rotarians, (3) fact sheet and aims. Talks given at assembly and District Council. Fact sheet and newsletter (3 above) sent to Club Presidents, Foundation chairmen and Communications chairmen, District team and PDGs. Some fundraising ideas sent to above. We are keen to visit Clubs to speak about the polio eradication campaign - please invite us! We will produce a regular newsletter providing suggestions for fundraising for you to use if you wish, and we will update information. Further information on RI website www.rotary.org; WHO polio eradication website: www.polioeradication.org or www.WHO-UNICEF-pr-2002-01.html . In Moldova Past RI Director Mario Grassi tells of a 12-year-old boy in a wheel chair who brought his 6-year-old brother to be immunised. He whispered "For me you came too late". Let's not be too late for the rest of the world's children. Action now can prevent more suffering; action now can cover the shortfall of funds; action now can mean a polio free world! Act now! Please raise the equivalent of £50 from each member of your Club. Luis Giay, Chairman, Rotary Foundation Trustees says: "Future generations will never forget the name of Rotary and your efforts".

ROBERT TINSLEY WARBURTON MBE, 1923-2002

With deep regret we record that Past District Governor, Canon Robert Warburton died peacefully in his sleep on June 21st.

Robert Warburton was born and educated in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland, from where he went to and became a graduate of Cambridge University. He was Padre to the South Notts Hussars, for his services he was awarded the Territorial Decoration. He served as President of his Rotary Club, District Governor of the old D.107 in 1969-70, Provisional Grand Master of Masonry 1984-95; and Vicar to the Royal British Legion and at various times to the local hospitals. He was Chaplain on the maiden voyage of the Queen Elizabeth, also to several High Sheriffs of the County and to many Mansfield Council Chairmen. Robert Warburton was interested in all sports, perhaps rugger being his favourite. He became a serious supporter of the DARE project after it was introduced to this country from America by a Mansfield Rotarian. Robert's wife Ellen, his daughters Rosemary, Margaret and Kate will very much miss him; for them, he was always there. It was a great pleasure to be part of a service conducted by Robert at St Peter's, Mansfield. He never refused anyone who needed help. He will long be remembered, loved and respected by all who knew him. Robert's family hope to form a trust fund for charitable purposes as a lasting memorial to his memory. Roger Collins, RC of Mansfield.

This appreciation has been contributed by Rotn Walter Hayes: I was fortunate enough to be involved in my dear old friend, Robert Warburton, coming into Rotary at the Beeston Club. The Club Service minute book reveals that in 1955, in taking the chair as Club Vice President, I endorsed the recommendation that Rev Robert Warburton and his church colleague and Barclay's Bank manager, Robin Goodfellow, were "suitable gentlemen for membership of Rotary". What an understatement! In those days it usually took a couple of months or more for suggestion forms to be processed, Robert soon speeded up events when he became a member. He certainly gave great support to me in my 1956 presidential year and created a record by becoming Club President in just three years. His work in the community and through Rotary was a feature in the District and his involvement with the Territorial Army as a chaplain, along with another Beeston Rotarian, Dr John Hunting, was most outstanding. When Robert left for Mansfield in July 1967 it was certainly Beeston's loss. But his devotion remained: he attended the Club's Charter Night every year and two years ago, the Club's Diamond Jubilee year, he was the speaker at our Past Presidents' Night. END

MULTI-VENUE KIDS OUT

Nearly 200 Rotarians from 15 or more Clubs took some 580 children to American Adventure for Rotary Kids Out Day. Two Clubs, while joining in the national day, took their guests to other venues. Swadlincote chose 'Thank Tank' in Birmingham, offering a range of hands-on scientific activities, workshops and exhibitions, and Bretby went to Twycross Zoo with 108 children from three schools. No need to describe the enjoyment and fulfilment afforded by this annual event - the pictures do that. [See hard copy!] END LOOKING BEYOND OUR SHORES

International Service Programme

Start the year as you mean to go on Organise your Club's International Service projects World Community Service

Tanzania WaterAid project Hope & Homes for Children Emergency Box: newly relaunched

Shelter Box: We have one permanently in the district Each Club does its own thing Everything we throw away can help somebody Drug Collection: Intercare or Medicaid South Africa: Help the Little Angels of Kirstenbosch

Open your hearts to people in need Find out what you can do to help in International Service

Look for motivation in the Project Library Ockenden International: the new International Charity Vision Aid Overseas Enjoy getting involved in International Service

David Fish, District International Service Committee Chairman 2002-2003

"The Young Zulu Warriors"

Twenty-six orphans, who are achieving international fame with their incredible dancing skills, have been giving concerts to raise urgently needed funds for the KwaZulu charity "God's Golden Acre." in Natal, South Africa . The RC of Nottingham is sponsoring a concert this month at Nottingham Trent University in aid of the charity. God's Golden Acre comprises a children's hospice, an orphanage and an outreach project to more than 800 Aids orphans in the nearby Valley of One Thousand Hills, where they reside in some of the roughest terrain in the Kingdom of the Zulu. In recent years the funding of God's Golden Acre has been assisted by several charities and two international aid grants by Rotary. However, these sources of funds could not be guaranteed so the orphanage was faced with finding a more permanent solution to its ever increasing cash crisis as the Aids pandemic takes an its increasing toll upon the local population. It was then suggested that the children should use their unique talents to raise funds around the world for the charity that supports them. From this was born the title "The Young Zulu Warriors". It is hoped they will be able to visit a different country every year to raise essential funds. Miraculously, not one of the orphans visiting the UK is HIV positive.

13,000 litres of Drinking Water

Matthew Holland School in Selston has bought and filled 12 Aquaboxes. The school was introduced to the Aquabox scheme by the West Ashfield Club and undertook to buy and fill a few units as a Christmas project for the students. Funds were raised by non-uniform days, when the youngsters paid 50p for the privilege of not wearing school uniform for a day. The students, with members of staff, supervisors, parents and governors, continued to collect so many items after Christmas that more Aquaboxes had to be bought. The project culminated at a special school assembly when the 12 Aquaboxes - capable of treating a total of 13,200 litres - were formally presented to DG Brian Darlison. Representatives of Matthew Holland students, staff and governors and Rotary were present.

From Hope to Hope

The international charity Hope and Homes for Children, which provides family homes for orphaned or abandoned children all over the world, is to get a £3000 boost from RC of Hope Valley. £2000 comes from the part-proceeds of the Valley Club's annual golf competition at Sickleholme, sponsored this year by Matlock-based Commercial Language Training. The remaining £1000 has been raised through sponsorship of local businessman Andy Hattersley who ran the London marathon for the Club. Hathersage Scouts will also benefit from the golf competition, with a cheque for £500. Pres Eileen Pearson, who chose 'Hope and Homes' as her charity for the year, welcomed James Ruddy as a recent guest of the Club. The award-winning deputy editor of the Eastern Daily Press made ten trips to the war zones of Bosnia and Sierra Leone and his book 'The Kindness of a Stranger' details the work of Home and Homes for Children.

DESIGNING AN INVENTIVE FUTURE
Report and photo by David Turner

An extremely stimulating and rewarding Rotary event was held on the afternoon of Saturday 29 June at the Mortimer Wilson School, Alfreton. Regrettably, however, the distractions of Henmania meant that only a handful of people attended the Young Inventor and Designer Exhibition, sponsored by the Alfreton, Amber Valley, Belper, Clay Cross, Ripley and West Ashfield Clubs. The stars of the show were all the students who exhibited their research and development portfolios and proudly displayed the results of their creativity. Schools entered through the six Clubs participating and one school had four exhibits. Then DG Brian Darlison, hotfoot from Barcelona, was on hand to admire all the pieces displayed and to present the two challenge trophies (with £50 vouchers) and the subsidiary prizes of £30 and £20. All the young people who entered received a £5 voucher and a Recognition Certificate. The Inventor Trophy was won by Jonathon Pykett of Swanwick Hall School with an infra-red barrier and the two further prize-winners in that category, Paula Law whose electric metronome won second prize and Ben Ottewell third with a pipe and wire detector, were from the same School. Winner of the Designer Trophy was Helen Smith of Ecclesbourne School - her exhibit was a patchwork quilt kit system. The second and third prizes went to Tabitha Dennison (Mortimer Wilson School) and Philip Davenport (Tupton Hall School) with an evening dress and gun case respectively.

CALLING NEWER PHFs

If you are a more recent recipient of a Paul Harris Fellowship you may be struggling with the rather large lapel badge that comes as part of the regalia. If so, help is at hand. A supply of the older, smaller, flatter badges is available at £4 per badge. Just call IPDG Brian Darlison and he will include you in the order he is placing.

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES 2001 - 2002
By DGN Neil Sharman

The main thrust of Membership Services this Rotary Year has been the 'Global Quest'. Most Clubs have made a great effort to increase their membership and a quest to achieve President Rick King's goal of at least a net gain of five for the Rotary year. How many Clubs who have actually achieved this goal is still unknown as many have not let Phil Renshaw have returns and some not at all. The jewel in the District Crown last year has been the Rotary Club of Bakewell which has increased its membership by 11, an increase of 39%. Well done! Many Clubs have enjoyed Charles Tyrie's excellent presentation illustrating the wonderful world of Recreational and Vocational Fellowships. Those Clubs who have not seen still have the chance - contact Charles and he will arrange for his successor to visit you. Fellowship activities have again been arranged and enjoyed by those who have participated. Thanks to all who have worked hard to arrange the events. Rotaract, despite much hard work by David Smith, is still on the decline although a few members with some effort may break into flames and produce one or two new Rotaract Clubs. I have now retired from this discipline after three very enjoyable years particularly with the Quiz. I wish Charles Tyrie every success as he takes over on 1st July 2002 and record my thanks to all who have served with me.

Neil J.F. Sharman

JOINT CHURCH SERVICE
Report by Vince Allen

A well attended Rotary and Inner Wheel District Service was held at St Mary Magdalene parish church in Hucknall, home town of DG Brian Darlison. Rev Colin Meynell, the president of Derby South Rotary Club, conducted the service and lessons were read by Brian Darlison and Inner Wheel District 122 Chairman Mrs Jenny Windle. The Inner Wheel District choir sang "Let there be peace on earth" and the Blessing and led the hymn singing. The Confession was given by Hucknall Rotary President Kevin Rostance, and Hucknall Inner Wheel chairman Mrs Anne Sherlock read the prayer of intercession. A collection of £260 was donated to the Beating Bowel Cancer charity. Afterwards an excellent buffet prepared by the Inner Wheel members was enjoyed in Hucknall Community Centre. END

DISTRICT 5-A-SIDE CRICKET
Report by Vince Allen

It was "over and out" after 55 years of playing cricket, for sporting enthusiast DGN Neil Sharman - and appropriately, he was caught on the boundary after a mighty hit which was going for a certain six. A member of Hucknall Rotary Club, he turned out for his Club to play Amber Valley in the final of the 1220 District five-a-side cricket competition. The local Club won by three wickets to complete a hat-trick of annual wins, and DG Brian Darlison, who is also a member of Hucknall, presented them with the trophy. He also umpired the match.

DON'T FORGET
THE DISTRICT CONFERENCE IN SOUTHPORT SEPTEMBER 20th - 22nd 

Theme 'MAKING THE DIFFERENCE' A Different Conference in a Different Venue Registration forms in the May edition of the District Magazine 

Registration Officer Rtn Steve Lawes Tel 0194 987 5928 E Mail Steveand.Jan@telinco.co.uk

NOTTINGHAM ROTARIAN HONOURED

The Queen's Jubilee Birthday Honours include RC of Nottingham member Richard Hawthorne who has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire. Richard has a seemingly endless source of energy for the work he describes as 'vital for making our cities work'. He has served on the District Racial Equality Council, the Police Liaison Advisory Committee, as Governor of Bluecoat School, Aspley, and a churchwarden at St Nicholas Church. These are in addition to his day job with Hawthorne's of Nottingham, the family print firm. In his 47 years with the company he has gone from typesetter to director. The 72-year-old says 'You have to find inner strength, which I get from God'.

ATTENTION ALL SPEAKER FINDERS
HOW TO INCREASE AND RETAIN MEMBERSHIP.

Treat your Club to an amusing slide show on increasing membership, or sit back and enjoy a graphic presentation about Rotary Fellowships, (the hobby and professional clubs), learn about Club Extension or Rotaract. If you would like a talk from the District Membership Services team please contact Phil Renshaw (West Ashfield) or Charles Tyrie (West Bridgford) for a presentation on increasing membership, Mike Knighton (Etwall and Hilton) for the Fellowships, David Power (Nottingham) for Club Extensions and Peter Swift (Eckington and District) for Rotaract. Our Archivist Arnold Crosby is looking for copies of the District magazine published prior to 1973. Can you help?

Charles Tyrie, Chairman District Membership Services Committee

AQUABOX TRANSPORT

A new contract has now been signed with Parcel Force. Outgoing boxes remain at £5.90 per package of up to 4 boxes. Return of boxes of up to 25 kg will be £9.40 per box, an increase of £3.50 per box. However it should be noted that this includes collection BY PARCEL FORCE DIRECT FROM ANY PLACE IN THE UK. This should be an improvement on the existing where heavy boxes have to be taken to a Post Office, many of which are not easily accessible for parking.

Footnote: 3,685 Aqua 30s had been purchased to 13/06/02. At £250 each that is a total of £921,250. END

A CAUTIONARY TALE?

A Father Christmas who fell off a float during a procession in Radcliffe, Greater Manchester, in 1998 received nearly £14,000 compensation. Carpenter Thomas Killoran, 47, who has been off work since the accident, was thrown from a pick-up truck when it hit bumpy ground. A court ruled that the event organisers, the Rotary Club, had been negligent over his safety. [Mail on Sunday, 16.6.02] Thanks to Ron Eley, Hope Valley.

DISTRICT TROPHIES

The following awards were announced by outgoing DG Brian Darlison at the District Changeover on June 30th.

• Best Club - Long Eaton.

• Membership Services - Bakewell.

• Community & Vocational - Ravenshead.

• International - Derby Mercia.

• Foundation - Bulwell & Basford.

• Youth Activities - Worksop Dukeries.

• Youth Exchange - Keyworth & Ruddington.

• Club Bulletin - Retford.

• Public Relations - Beeston.

• Endeavour - Burton upon Trent.

• Best Project - Bolsover.

• Rotaract - Derby.

• Best Website - Church Wilne.

Reported by Walter Hayes