The Mezzaganda!!

The Newsletter of the Rotary Club of Jerrabomberra Inc

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Volume 17 No 49


Jerra Rotary Changeover Dinner
Pres Paul Roger's Final Hurrah


Meeting 798 - 28 Jun 14


Well! Finally the day has come for me to hang up my witty humour and clever repertoire and hand
the reigns over to new blood. I have to say I have thoroughly enjoyed producing the Jerraganda for
the last two years and hope you have enjoyed reading it as much as I loved writing it. Early in the
year, Pres Paul asked if I could be nice to him just once in the Jerraganda, and I have to say I
laughed. However, as my last hurrah, I will not take the mickey out of Pres Paul nor give him a hard
time. So on with my last Publication.
As you all know, last Saturday was our Changeover Dinner and what a night it was. From the
decorations which looked spectacular, and thankyou to Jan Pettigrew's team for a wonderful job,
to the great job Peter Jarvis did of MC'ing the night. From my perspective, the whole event ran like
a well-oiled machine and our member's seemed to have thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The
spectacularly fantastic Pres Paul's report pretty much wrapped up our year and what a year it was,
(is this nice enough Pres Paul?)
Sue Roger was invited to give the Charge to Australia, and Liz Mulvaney gave an outstanding toast
to Rotary International, including a toast to the Rotary Club of Glasgow. I have to say I was a pretty
proud big sister.
The last SGT Fine session went off with a bang and raised a record $.00. Well done to all those
generous Rotarians and guests who dug very deep and entered into the spirit of the final fine
session.
That stunningly impressive Pres Paul inducted our latest member, Rebecca Whitehouse, into our
Club and what a delightful young lady Rebecca is; despite her surprise at us old people being able
to have so much fun (are you feeling the love, Pres Paul?)
Congratulations to Colin Hobb's and Chris Hunter for being awarded the Paul Harris Fellow, two
very deserving Rotarians who both looked very surprised and honoured!
If I was asked if there was anyone I would be happy to share the Rotarian of the Year Award with, I
couldn't think of a more worthy Rotarian than Bruce Miller. It was a shame that Bruce was
overseas and not able to personally accept his award, but the perpetual trophy is begging to be
housed at the Miller's abode and will be ready and waiting for Bruce's return. Congratulations
Bruce!
The Mulvaney Awards were also well received again this year and imagine that gorgeous fellow,
Pres Paul, creating a record for the longest Mulvaney Award.ever! (love you Pres Paul).
The Changeover Ceremony was very well done, and I would not have expected anything different
from Pres Paul, the virtuoso that he is. I think we definitely used the wrong photo for the captions
competition though. When DG Maureen Manning removed the Chain of Office from Pres Paul anyone
Jerrabomberra
would have thought wearing such bling was a burden, but we all know what a charming and witty
person Pres Paul is, so it must have just been for show (are we good Pres Paul?).
And now we have a new Pres Paul, just to confuse the issue. I think for the sake of clarity, we
should refer to them as PP1 (Pres Paul) and PPP2 (Past Pres Paul) maybe not a little relapse
there Pres Paul please forgive me. (There is some serious adulation here, Pres Paul).
And of course we now have a new Board, so here's cheers to the outgoing Jerra Rotary Club Board
for a job well done and a great year, and welcome to the new Board and all the best for what we
will hope is another very successful Rotary Year.
And now, what I know you have all been waiting for, though I am sure there are those of you who
have skipped my missive and gone straight to the photos, (not you Pres Paul, you have no doubt
read every letter and syllable I have written), here is a pictorial journey of Sat Night (You are the
best Pres Paul).

PRE-DINNER DRINKS

What a lovely lovely photo ladies. And you too Rob!

Look at that suave looking Secretary.

These ladies should start up their own decorating company!!!

Awww. We're so pretty, we're so pretty

A rose between two thorns.

Looking good Ladies!!!

The Men's Club!!!

The Ladies Club!!!



The 'other' Ladies Club.

WOW!!!!! Royalty!!!!!

A petal between two thorns????



Great smiles you two you can relax now

Two very rosey ladies.









WELCOME


The MC with the mostest.

Wow!!! Look at all my bling!!!!!


TOAST TO ROTARY INTERNATIONAL


Oh my God I'm so nervous.


RESPONSE TO TOAST TO ROTARY INTERNATIONAL


Oh my God she was so good!!



SGT FINE SESSION

Ah yes. More money from Pres Paul Club members

OUR NEWEST CLUB MEMBER - REBECCA WHITEHOUSE

Umm. Not sure what to do here do I curtsey???

Mum and Dad will be so proud!

Wow!! I've done it I'm one of them!!

PRESIDENTS REPORT

I love you

I love you not..


Awww.. Get a room!!

PRESENTATION OF GIFTS

Do we have a Pressie????

Yes! We have a Pressie!!!!


Its a Club Beanie!!!!

PAUL HARRIS FELLOW

Congratulations Colin Hobbs, PHF, PP


Congratulations Chris Hunter, OAM, PHF, PP

Pres Paul is playing favourites. Do you think Rob is watching? And what about Sue???

That's ok Cathy is so proud of Colin she is having a drink or two!

Ladies and Gentlemen, Colin Hobbs and Chris Hunter, our newest PHF recipients



ROTARIAN OF THE YEAR


Oh dear Congratulations Bruce...

This is for us Bruce. It's very little isn't it?

MULVANEY AWARDS


Oh my goodness Mez are you going to read that out loud???

Our very own Barbie Babe.


Our very first Club Bromance

The Clayton's Club Service Director

Our very own Funny Lady


The good ideas fairy

I have nothing to report..

I'm not needy. just write to me!

I think she loves me!!! Yep happy little silent achiever

The wrecking ball..




If we promise to be good, will you come back????


And the winner is..







CHANGEOVER CEREMONY


Please let us know how you really feel Pres Paul.


Out with the old in with the older new!!!!








Our new treasurer we certainly have come a long way!!


And introducing Pres Paul Robey's new Board



THE END.

But wait. Theres more.

Farmers Market Corner:
From the Pen of Paul Roger (should have been Terry.hmmm)
Market Musings:
The morning started off fairly brisk and fresh. The forecast rain was not due until later in the morning, so
the blue skies and sunshine were a welcome start.
Traffic duties were without incident, with drivers now understanding the temporary arrangements and
cooperating well. Several patrons enquired as to the length of time the temporary arrangement would be
in place. Our best guess was that we were half way through the 10 week initial advice, but whether that 10
weeks turns out to be longer is anyones guess.
Bags sold well with the last box dwindling down to 13 bags left at the end of the day. Anton has been
briefed on getting new supplies for next Saturday 5 July.
A few gloves were handed in, and remained unclaimed. A wallet was quickly claimed by the owner, but a
credit card remained unclaimed and Terry contacted the relevant provider to cancel it.
The nice start to the day ending with a weather front hitting us at 10.55 and the wind and rain put an
immediate end to the outdoor stalls. The indoor stalls followed with an early closure as the patrons
vanished pretty quick.
Thankyou, Paul, you are a Legend.
Market Takings for last week:
28 Jun 14
Paul Roger
The Bromance
Boys
Tables
$110.00
Bags
$132.00
Water
$6.00
Total
$248.20
Comments:
.20c???? You
are worth more
than that,
Paul


Program

TBA


Social & Special Events
TBA


Farmers Market
05 Jul 14 Cathy & Colin Hobbs & Sue Roger
12 Jul 14 Peter & Sue Jarvis, Chris Hunter
19 Jul 14 Lynne & Kerry McPherson











































Club Officers 2012-2013
President Paul Roger
President Elect Paul Robey
Vice President Chris Hunter
Secretary Glenn Wahlert
Treasurer David Bailey
Club Service Director Paul Robey
Community Service Director Sue Jarvis
International and Foundation Director Terry Spencer
Youth and New Generations Director Lynne McPherson
Club Service Members
Director Paul Robey
Sergeant Mez Mulvaney
Welfare Sue Roger
Program & Fellowship Ian Wholohan
Attendance & Meals Officer David Stevens
Communications and PR Chris Hunter
Welfare & Historian Sue Roger
Jerraganda Editor Mez Mulvaney
Club Service Projects Colin Hobbs

Community Service Members
Director Sue Jarvis
BBQs Jan Pettigrew
Epic Markets Anne Davis
Fairs TBA
Ball Sue Jarvis & Jon Wells
Bowel Care Kerry McPherson
Projects Bruce Miller

International Members
Director Terry Spencer
Polio Plus Pam Spencer
RAWCS David Bailey
Foundation George McIver
GSE/Friendship Exchange Robert Chilman
Shelter Boxes Cathy Hobbs
Youth Service Members
Director Lynne McPherson
Local Programs Glenda Wahlert
District Programs TBA
National Programs Lynne McPherson
International Programs TBA
Vocational Service Peter Jarvis

Rotary Club of Jerrabomberra
PO Box 8 Jerrabomberra NSW 2619
Email: secretary@jerrabomberra.rotarnet.com.au
Chartered 18 Nov 1998
Meets Thursday 6.30 8.30
Jerrabomberra Public School
Apologies Liz Mulvaney by 12 Noon Tue
T: 0448754274
E: liz.mulvaney@bigpond.com

Bulletin Contributions Mez Mulvaney 0419121128
maryrose.mulvaney@gmail.com




CURRENT CLUB MEMBERS
Alex Alexander Lynne McPherson Sue Roger
David Bailey, PP, PHF Kerry McPherson Pam Spencer, PHF, PP
Robert Chilman Bruce Miller Terry Spencer, PHF, PP
Anne Davis, PP Liz Mulvaney, PHF David Stevens, PHF, PP
Cathy Hobbs Mez Mulvaney, OAM, PHF Glenda Wahlert, PP
Colin Hobbs, PHF, PP Anton Pemmer, PHF, PP Glenn Wahlert
Chris Hunter, OAM, PHF, PP Paul Robey Jon Wells
Peter Jarvis, PHF,PP Jan Pettigrew, PHF, PP Rebecca Whitehouse
Sue Jarvis, PHF Paul Roger PHF, President Ian Wholohan

SUPPORTERS
Vera Alexander Vickie Berry

HONORARY MEMBERS
Alex Alexander Robert Cooke


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
mentor (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 20 members. We are an unusual club as we have a very high proportion of female Members.
Initial meetings were held at the Jerrabomberra General Storethe venue was very good until we grew in
numbers. We then moved to the Jerrabomberra Community Centre for a few years. We now meet at the
Jerrabomberra Public School Staff Room, on Thursdays (6.15 for 6.30 pm). As at 30 Jun 2014 the Club has 27 members
12 female and 15 male. Included in this are seven married couples. We also have 2 supporters of the Rotary Club.
(Charter) President Peter Jarvis ran competitions to select a name for our Club bulletin and a design for the
Club banner. There were some good and (very) bad suggestions. Pam Spencer suggested the winning bulletin name;
Jerraganda. The banner design by David Stevens was eventually selected. The design incorporates a goose and the
windmill associated with the original entrance to the estate.


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