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Strength Through Growth

Greetings to all Lions, Lionesses and Leos in our great 201 V6 “Pride” from wherever Lions Lady Mary and I are at the time you are reading this.Six months of the year already gone and we have had the uplifting experience of visiting 52 clubs (at the time of writing) and meeting many dedicated Lions and partners doing marvelous, and widely various, work in our communities.We have been humbled by the generous reception we have received at each visit and thank those clubs for their hospitality and friendship. We are looking forward with anticipation to visiting and meeting even more Lions in the coming months as we continue our tour of the District.During my address to clubs, I have mentioned International President Joe Preston’s theme, “Strengthen the Pride” and the song that he wrote inspiring members to join with him in growing Lions membership and growing our pride in our organization.I encourage you all to visit the LCI website, www.lionsclubs.org and search for “President’s theme”, watch the video, then download and listen to the song. I’m sure you will find it interesting and fun. Zone Chairman, Des Jones, did and he thought the Chinese version was the best!!While on the website, I further encourage you to look around, particularly in the Membership area, and see the wonderful projects and training that are available to members and clubs which will enhance your Lions experience and further equip you to better serve your communities.On the membership front, 201 V6 is currently showing a net loss of two members, 49 new members and 51 dropped members. Please keep up the commitment to introducing new members to our organization and, at the same time, helping and encouraging those members who are having trouble participating in club activities and our service work.We now have a very good and well trained group of Guiding Lions who are only too willing to attend clubs to help you rejuvenate member’s enthusiasm and get your club moving forward. All that is needed is for clubs to ask for assistance. As I say in my address to clubs, District Cabinet Officers are there to serve you, the clubs and members of 201 V6, and to assist you to be the very best you can be.

Merry Christmas to All

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In this Issue

District Governor’s Message Cover

From the Editor’s Desk 1

Dates to remember 1

District Governor’s Message cont. 2

Australian Lions Patron 3

Lions ebola aid for orphans 3

Lions worldwide week of service 4

International club twinning programme 4

Around the Clubs 5 to 17

Leo news 18 to 20

First V6 Leo Convention 21

Around the Clubs 5 to 17

Licola reports 26 & 27

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District Governor’s message cont.On the matter of recording new members, you will see from the list of new members printed in this edition, the names of some sponsors are missing. It is most important that member’s efforts in introducing new members be recognized and I ask Club Secretaries to ensure that sponsor’s names are recorded when advising of new member inductions. These sponsors will be eligible for Key Member Awards sent out my LCI when the new member remains a Lion for twelve months and it would be a shame if eligible Lions missed out. DG Peter & Lions Lady MaryStrength through Growth

The next District V6 Convention hosted by the Lions Club of Lavington will be held at Xavier High School Complex in Fallon Street North Albury on 16,17&October 2015The school is opposite Albury ShowgroundsThe theme will be “ALOHA LAVI” which means “WELCOME LAVI”Xavier High School has magnificent facilities for all that Lions require for Convention.The program and timetable are well under way.Multiple accommodation sites are within easy driving distance, check out the Albury Wodonga Tourist Information site for more information and to get in early and book your accommodation.www.alburywodongaaustralia.com.auAnyone with questions can contact Convention Chairman Charles Leaney on 02 60253160 or email on [email protected]

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Strength Through GrowthEmail: [email protected]

Since leaving the office of International President of our great organisation, IPIP Barry has not been idle.If you follow him on his Facebook page, he is landing and taking off all over the world in his new role as Chairman of the Lions Clubs International Foundation.He is seen here with the Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove who is Patron of Lions Australia and presented him with the LCIF gift.

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The Lions Worldwide Week of Service in January is a special Centennial Service Challenge event that brings Lions around the world together for a week of celebration and service. It’s a great opportunity to showcase your club and celebrate the birthday of our founder, Melvin Jones.Join the Lions Worldwide Week of Service in January 1) Plan your project – Host a service project that benefits youth, vision, hunger or theenvironment during the week of January 10–16.2) Share your project – Invite your community to serve with you to showcase your cluband the power of service.3) Report your project – Report your service on the MyLCI Service Activity Report to earn a Centennial Banner Patch for your club.

The Lions Club of Beechworth attended the Rotary Club of Beechworth Meeting on 9th December 2014 to hear speaker MP Tim McCurdy speak on drugs especially Ice which is a big problem not only in Beechworth but Australia wide.Very informative speech and Rotary made us feel very welcome.Pictured with Tim McCurdy MP were President Josie Cornish, Secretary Brian Cornish and President of Rotary Larry Goldsworthy.

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Grocery VoucherBenalla resident Helena Szabo won the raffle for Benalla Lions Club grocery voucher. This was kindly sponsored by Woolworths Benalla. This event raises money for the Cord Blood Foundation, which supplies the Bone Marrow Donor Institute in Melbourne with funding for the storage of cord blood units collected from the umbilical cords of newborns. When processed, these stem cells can assist children with the treatment of leukemia.

Sharon Robinson the Woolworths Long Life Manager drawing the winning ticket, Lion Ian Watson and Lions President Bruce Walker.

Lions Ian Watson & Les Wake, Lucky Winner Helena Szabo and Lion George

Sulman and President Bruce Walker

In October Benalla Lion Annie Middleton sponsored a new member John Hopkins, into the Club. Benalla Lions and President Bruce Walker were very pleased to welcome John into the Club.

At the recent Benalla Festival there was a Day in the Gardens. This was huge with many market stalls and displays.The Lions cooked and sold sausages and hamburgers to raise money for charity.Photo shows Lions Len Levy, Margaret Poels and Margaret Elliott serving the food.

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Lion Trevor Walker receiving a 10 year Monarch award from DG Peter. Lion Mal MacDonald receiving a 15 year

Monarch award from DG Peter Niall.

District Governor DG Peter Niall and Lions Lady Mary made the trip across the state to visit Benalla.On this occasion DG Peter had the pleasure of presenting some special awards to long serving members of the Club.

Lions President Bruce Walker exchanging banners with DG Peter.

DG Peter presented 2nd Vice District Governor Lion Peter Poels with his Banner.

Back in June this year, Benalla Lions Club was offered tables and chairs from a Primary School, whichlonger required due to combining schools in our town.After communicating with PDG Bill and PDG Bea Ahearn it was established that there was a need in PNG where they would be put to good use. PDG Bill is the current Membership Development Committee Chairman for PNG.After “some months” of negotiations with Linfox in West Melbourne they accepted to ship our tables (64) and chairs (147) toof charge. After further negotiations with a Lions Club Members former employer – Stolz Homemakers, the owner loaned us his furniture truck (no charge) to take the tables and chairs together with four cartons of clothing to the Linfox Depot at 672 Footscray road West Melbourne.All this was made possible by Lou Tardio from Linfox, who requested a letter from PDG Bill to confirm where these items were being sent to and that they would be used at schools and orphanages around, where a lot of these places do not have desks and chairs for students to sit at.Our Club is extremely grateful to Lou Tardio, Account Manager and Jan Clark, National Administration Manager both from Linfox Australia Pty. Ltd, and Lawrence Stolz, owner of Stolz Homemakers in Benallatheir generosity in providing to do this transportation free of charge to our Club.No doubt these items will put smiles on the faces of children in PNG and it will certainly make their time in school more comfortable.the gracious help of others we were able to uphold our Motto in.

“We Serve “

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The Lions Club of Beechworth Inc. are celebrating International Women's Day by recognising women in the community who give their time to help others. Applications for Beechworth Lions Inspirational Women's Awards will close on 15th February 2015 International Women's Day on 8th March 2015. Contact Josie 5728 2821

Lennie, the Friendly Lion from the Friendly Lions Club of Friendly, West Virginia, USA is excited about our Club being involved with an LCI Club Twinning project with your Beechworth Lions Club. We are a small Club of 18 members located along the Ohio River between Wheeling and Parkersburg, WV in north western West Virginia. Our service area includes the Friendly community (pop 150) and the majority of Tyler County (pop 9,000).Our main fundraising project is Bingo every summer during County Fair week. Just this summer alone, Bingo has provided our Club with nearly $5,000 (US) towards providing needed service to not only our local area, but to Lions Charities internationally and within the State of West Virginia.We want to thank President Josie and our Club secretary Dan Heintzman in their efforts to establish this relationship between our two Clubs. Thanks to the magic of Facebook and the internet, our distance does not seem like halfway around the world, but more like halfway down the street. Thank you for allowing us to be a small part of your Club and help both Clubs live up to our motto "We Serve."

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Lion John Loader highlighting the wonderful Hearing Dogs project and after screening a short video that explained the benefits for Hearing Dogs to people in our communities he had a good number of questions from Corowa Lions. John and Sue travelled from Melbourne to be present at our last Dinner meeting.

Lion Sue Loader explaining to Corowa Lions the history of the Lions Christmas Cakes project and the great benefits that supporting this wonderful project has bought about. Since the Lions Cakes project was introduced it has raised over $52,000.000.000 most of this money goes to sight projects.

Corowa Lions Club replaces Tourist information signsAfter a comment made by Motelier, Kelly Ralph from the Wingrove Motel some four years ago regarding the dilapidated state of the Service Club signs on the approaches to Corowa. Lion Lynn Fredericks asked the Lions Club of Corowa if they would consider replacing these signs as a Lions community project which bought about what we have today. Now after much work by dedicated Lions and other community organisations the signs have now become a reality. The Lions Club of Corowa is very proud of what has been achieved.Thanks go to Sheldon Ralph for his sign work, much of which he donated. Thank also go to Lions Andrew Johns and Barry Barker for their efforts and BPR Engineering for allowing Lions to use their workshop for the construction process and to Corowa Rotary, Apex, Leos and other community groups for their cooperation.Corowa Lions PresidentLynn Fredericks

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Members boarded a bus bound for Boort, there were several stops organised for the day which was to be the club “Christmas Adventure”. Our first stop was at “SIMPLY TOMATOES & AUSSIE WOOL QUILTS” we were warmly welcomed and taken on a tour of the farm manufacturing operations, followed by a unique picnic box of tasty treats for morning tea. Throughout the morning, information was shared about the farm, the district and the progressive story and the journey of their national award winning products, recognized by the Premier of Victoria for Innovation.Our next stop was at SALUTE OLIVA, is run by Swiss couple, Peter & Marlies Eicher, which translates to “Cheers to good health with Olives”. Salute Oliva is situated on the eastern edge of Boort. This family owned grove produces first class extra virgin olive oil and a range of table olives. Grown organically, the olives are processed using only natural ingredients with traditional pickling methods. The oil and the olives are available for sale in various package sizes. Also sold on site are jams, preserves, olive oil soaps and gift packs. Lunch was our next stop and that was at the Railway Hotel, where our hosts had opened just for us, a beautiful two course meal was presented and enjoyed by all.Our next stop was the reason for the trip, “The Spanner Man”, John Piccoli. As soon as you turn into the driveway of the Piccoli property, just outside of Boort in northwest Victoria, you get a feeling that there is something a little bit different about this farm.Dotted along the gravel driveway are dozens of early farm machinery, standing proudly on display next to

signs that outline the machine’s function and the year it would have been used.Eventually this charming little drive leads you to two pillars that stand guard against a luscious green lawn and vibrant flower beds. It’s certainly a welcome sight to the surrounding crops that dominate the Mallee district – a kind of private oasis.These gardens form the perfect backdrop to the heroes of the farm: a collection of towering metal sculptures. To the left, a draft horse pulls an old wagon and a buckjumper grips the reins next to two fighting stallions. To the right, a shearer bends over a silver fleece, while behind him a giant marlin heaves against a fishing line. Further along, a mermaid gracefully guards the entrance to the century-old farmhouse.John makes the sculptures by welding together antique through to modern day spanners. The tallest sculpture, “ The Marlin”, is over seven metres tall, weighs 1200 kgs and is made from 3500 spanners. What is perhaps the most amazing thing about John is that he does all of this from a rugged motorised wheelchair. It has been his mode of transportation since contracting polio at the age of eight, (John is now 72), which left him without the use of his legs. This was an amazing day, wandering around the extensive gardens, which are also home to a menagerie of cattle, deer, goats, ostriches, camels, pheasants, peacocks, Guinea fowl, finches, various breeds of ducks and two pairs of Macaws.A truly inspirational man.

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Each year, to honour one of our Charter members, Dr Peter Graham, two scholarships are presented in his name,at Cohuna Consolidated School and St Mary’s Primary School. The award is presented to a member of the school who has demonstrated Leadership, encouraged others to do their best and to support the school community.This year at St Mary’s two proud Lions, Peter & PDG Christine Coleston watched as their granddaughter, Tilly, was presented with the award.Congratulations Tilly.

Corryong Lions Club had the pleasure of meeting up with Merv and Margaret Kroll of Morayfield Lions Club.Merv and Margaret travelling in a T model Ford rolled into Corryong after a long and challenging slog across Australia. They are traversing the country for a good cause and will have travelled about 15,000 kilometres by the end of the trip.

They are raising money for Angel Flight, which gives free non-emergency flights to country people who have bad health.The Corryong community and surrounding areas rely on Angel Flight in an emergency, therefore the Corryong Lions Club fully support this volunteer service thru donations.

Corryong Lions President Lorraine Griffiths, presents the Club banner to a representative of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run.In 2014 the Peace Run has travelled from Uluru, the heart of Australia to the Capital City Canberra in a symbolic journey through October to November.Lighting the torch at the very heart of the continent, the flame then traveled south through the Flinders Ranges to Adelaide then followed the length of the mighty Murray River from its mouth to its source and ascend Mt Kosciuszko before concluding in Canberra.Each step the Torch is carried and powered by the goodwill and support of everyone along the way, the Corryong Lions Club added its hopes and dreams for a better and brighter world.

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Our Youth of the Year contestants - Emma, Liz, Ben & Nash and their families were welcomed into the Club rooms. Even if you don’t win, the experience will be of great benefit in the future. Thanks to our Judges - Suzie Camm, Janet Humbert & Daniel Sexton (NAB) who will no doubt had a difficult decision to make. It is always good to have the support of the staff from East Loddon P- 12 College and join us on this special night. The overall winner was Emma Leech and Nash Thomas won the Public Speaking section.We look forward to supporting Emma at the Regional Final in Pyramid Hill on 8th March 2015.We had the pleasure of DG Peter and his lovely wife Mary to join us at our dinner meeting, as always, it is a please to have our Zone Chairman Bill Quinn as well. We enjoyed a lovely meal and great company. DG Peter gave a talk about clubs & what other clubs are doing, membership - new members & retention of existing members and his vision for his time as DG. During some conversations we had, he said “Do what works for your club”. President Frank exchanged banners with DG Peter to finish off a great night.We also heard some great stories from their time at the international convention when he was officially installed at DG. Whilst visiting, DG Peter installed our newest member - Maree.

For a small club, working hard to keep on providing for their community, inducting three new members on November 24 was a great effort.Zone Chairman Graeme Falconer, was very pleased to have the duty as the Inducting Officer, with Club President Paul Ryan as their sponsor.The new member are Allen Peirce, Ray Bright and Marcus Miller. Welcome to the Lions Club of Jerilderie and Lions International.

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What a great day!About 22 lions, lions ladies enjoyed a pleasant bus ride to Benalla rose festival/craft and food festival. Some members turned this into a visitation by terrorizing the Benalla Lions BBQ (poor Margaret)Finley lions opened their wallets and went home with a variety of things/plants/ toys /clothing and giant belts (bib-n-brace) Bob the builder, Rainbow bright and ELMO entertained the kids and the big kids.At about 1pm, 12 of us went to the Benalla Aviation Museum. Very interesting displays and restored planes. They also have a Men’s Shed in the building where most of the repairs are done. Also, some visited the Migrant Camp. In all a very pleasant day We joined the big spenders at about 3pm and had a safe trip home.

The Long Ride 2014 left Melbourne on Saturday September 28 andtravelled to Echuca, Finley, Griffith, Bourke, Charleville, Longreach, Mt Isa, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs to arrive at Uluru on Saturday October 4th. About three hundred riders were expected to gather at Uluru.Fourteen riders stopped at Finley for lunch provided by the Lions Club. They enjoyed the stopover and we enjoyed chatting with them. Thank you to the members who helped.

Preschool Grows Thanks to Lions

Howlong Lions Club is the latest to come on board with funds to help the town’s preschool expand its centre to accommodate more families.The Club donated $4,000 towards the Howlong Preschool Expansion program, which will create up to 14 new preschool places.The preschool has raised $120,000 of the $300,000

needed, with the help of the community.Looks like the Lions members enjoyed checking out the equipment at the preschool.

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The Lions Club of Kerang used to do a “Kris Kringle” gift swap amount its members and partners for Christmas each year.Over the last 5 years, members and partners have brought along a present to be distributed to local charitable organisations.This year, presents to the value of $10 will be given to Mallee Family Care to be given to deserving young children in our area.Santa’s “Elves” Joe Tartaglia, DG Peter Niall and Greg Gin are seen here, loading up President Peter Jones with all the presents ready to be distributed .Yours in LionismLion Greg Gin

Apart from the usual roster of duties we carry out for our major fundraiser , our contract with the Shire. Things have been a little quiet, probably a “breather” before the very busy holiday season.Our recent donations have included an amount of $1,895 to the Lake Charm Primary School for the purchase of a defibrillator, along with a Lion’s cake to include in their annual raffle of a Christmas hamper.We are currently calling for nominations for our Australia Day award which is presented at our annual Australia Day breakfast on the western shores of Kangaroo Lake at Gorton Point.President Brian made a small presentation to Gary & Barb Skinner of the Mystic Park Hotel at ourNovember dinner meeting, which was to be their last as our hosts, we have appreciated their hospitality and wished them both well in their future ventures.On behalf of all our club members and partners I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas and a healthy, peaceful New Year.Ruth Stirling

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Moama Anglican Grammar School’s Daniel Van Tubbergh is Moama Lions Club’s Youth of the Year.The Year 11 student took out the title from two fellow students and three from St Joseph’s College at Moama RSL Club on Tuesday.‘‘It was a shock. All of the other contestants were really deserving of the win,’’ a modest Daniel said. ‘‘It’s definitely something good to put on the resume. ‘‘It’s (Lions Club Youth of the Year Quest) recognised across Australia and I think getting involved in a community club is a good thing.’’Students were interviewed by a panel before the public speaking stage, which involved two impromptu questions: ‘Is the community doing enough to stop illicit drug use?’ and ‘Following the death of a local water ski racer, is it too dangerous to participate in high-risk sports?’.‘‘I thought we were doing enough (to help stop drug use) . . . but it’s hard to gauge without statistics on hand,’’ Daniel said. ‘‘However, it’s up to the individual to take a stand and say drugs should not be accepted in our community. ‘‘Death (of a local) brings about huge sadness because we are such a small, close-knit community. ‘‘All sports are dangerous. The day of the competition was when (Test cricketer) Phil Hughes was (fatally) injured. ‘‘Cricket is a seemingly safe sport, but you can still lose your life playing it.’’Daniel, who moved to Australia from South Africa six years ago, also impressed judges with his prepared speech on refugees. ‘‘We need to have a more broad view on refugees. If all displaced people went through the UN Refugee Program, they would have a one-in 333 chance of being resettled,’’ he said.‘‘If the whole community of Echuca-Moama were to be refugees, only 60 a year would be accepted to any country.’’ St Joseph’s College student Kyle Hunter won the public speaking award, while the other contestants were Olivia Boylan, Aiden Pangrazio and Chelsea Sutton.The judges said standards were high, while organiser Betty Muus said all contestants could sign on again next November and would have the benefit from the experience gained from this year.Daniel will now compete in the regional final to be held in Nathalia early next year. Our thanks go to Betty Muus for again organising this event, you did a great job!

Moama Lions Club is now on Facebook - www.facebook.com/moamalionsclub

LIONS COMMUNITY VILLAGEThe Moama Lions Community Village committee, a council committee run by a management committee, comprisesof Lions members, a council representative and a community member.The management committee meets monthly and manages the day to day running of the units.This project began in 1977 and is the result of unstinting efforts by club members supported by Murray Shire, Moama Bowling Club and the community.The Lions Community Village now consists of 28 units. The latest 4 units were officially opened on 11th March 2012 and have been dedicated to Lion Des Murray. These units are now called the Desmond Murray Units.

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Bubble Ball in Shepparton.A group of Members from Nathalia Lions Club travelled by mini bus to Shepparton where they took part in a fun social night (playing soccer whilst enclosed in a big bubble ball).Whilst it was an activity that not every one could participate in for various reasons, we made it a family night by including our families in the activity.

Some members had several turns playing the Bubble Ball soccer, others decided after one or two goes that it was a bit too much for them, so decided to watch and laugh at the fun from the sidelines

Afterwards we had supper at a local pizza restaurant before stopping off McDonalds for an ice cream cone on the way home.One member described the night "was the best social night we have had for years".

The Spelling Bee was once again very successful, and a special thank you to Lion Elena for organising the event, along with the many Lions members who assisted with the evening, and the lead up to it. A new format was trailed, with a terrific result. Many thanks to Lion Keith, and his good wife, Mary, for the new format.Once again members will be working at Carols by Candlelight on Tuesday 16 December, providing a BBQ, and assisting with distributing Santa’s lollies.The Club is looking forward to the 2014-15 District Governor Peter Niall and his wife, Mary, visiting us at the December Dinner Meeting, along with Zone Chairman Darren Murphy.

The main highlights for the Club this year have been the 50th Anniversary Celebration in March, and the Club being awarded the prestigious award for The Best Lions Club in the Zone. A special mention for Lion Bill Griffith on his collection of badges for his Charter Membership, achievement of his 50th anniversary in Lions, along with his life member badge.A Happy and healthy Christmas and New Year to all, looking forward to 2015.

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Lions Club of Rutherglen celebrated its 40th Anniversary A celebratory dinner was held on Friday, 7 November 2014.Distinguished Guests included; Councillor and Lion Peter Croucher, Deputy Mayor, Indigo Shire, District Governor, Peter Niall and Lion’s Lady Mary, 2nd

District Governor, Peter Poels and Lion’s Lady Margaret, Immediate Past District Governor, Lynn Fredericks and Lion’s Lady Pam,.Also Zone 7 Chairman, Des Jones and Lion’s Lady Sue, Guiding Lion and Past District Governor, Lionel Gillman OAM and partner Wendy McLaughlin, Multiple District Chairman (Papua New Guinea), Bill Ahern and PDG Lion Bea and Nancy Deas, wife of Charter Member and Past President David Deas.The function was well attended, including Charter Members; Henry Niederegger, Macolm Lumby, David Hamilton (Charter Treasurer and still active Member) and Ian Stones (Charter Secretary and still active Member).Guests were welcomed by Master of Ceremonies, Lion Peter Graham OAM, who also kept everyone amused and ensured the evening flowed without a hitch. Guiding Lion and Past District Governor Lionel Gillman OAM recounted the history of the Club’s formation. He congratulated Rutherglen Lions Club on its successful, ongoing operation and re-enacted the presentation of the Charter.President Herb Ellerbock noted that between the 30 Charter Members and 19 present Members, another 101 Members had passed through the Club. also acknowledged that 23 past Members were no longer with us. President Herb outlined the Club’s major community project and fundraising achievements.He compared the average age of the membership when the Club was chartered (39) with that of the present membership (68) and stated the need for; younger Members, fresh ideas on how to attract them and how to make our Club attractive to them.

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Other highlights of the evening included; The presentation of a James D Richardson Honour Award to Julie Simpson for her dedication and service, not only to the Rutherglen Lions Club but also to the Rutherglen community. A welcome to Lion Ern Walder, present Zone 8 Chairman, who recently transferred from Wangaratta and the Induction of Caroline Kilbourne, by Immediate Past District Governor Lynn Fredericks, as the Club’s newest Member.A A poem celebrating Rutherglen Lions Club since its charter, composed and presented by Bush Poet and Member Lion Bernie Keleher, music by Peter Croucher and Gordon Sawyer, a.k.a. the “Reclining Rockers”.The function was held in the Rutherglen High School and was well catered for by Brooke Henderson, her staff and her students. Rutherglen Apex Club provided much appreciated support by ensuring everyone remained suitably refreshed.

Stanhope’s Kristy McGraths Cycle rode from Stanhope To Noosa raise funds for deadly TAY_Sach disease.The Stanhope Lions Club co-sponsored Kristy McGrath’s cycle ride Stanhope to Noosa , distance of 1728 kilometers raise funds for the deadly TAY-SACHS disease, Stanhope Lions sponsored her $1.00 per km for her effort. Kristy and her small support team left Stanhope after a BBQ breakfast (Lions supplied) on the morning of October 11 then arrived at Noosa 15 days later . The ride was called Ellie’s Smile, to honour Kristy’s god child who has this terrible disease.The ride raised in excess of $ 22,000.00 for the research.Stanhope Lions are proud of her effort and well pleased to be a sponsor and we would sincerely like to thank all the clubs that helped and supported Kristy and her team on the journey along the Newell.On her return, the Lions club invited Kristy and her team to a meeting (social) at president Avis’ home and a cheque for $2100.00 was made to Kristy made up of Lions Sponsorship, a donation tin and a $100.00 cheque from West Wylong Lions. Thank you Stanhope Lions.

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On Saturday November 22nd, Benalla Leos conducted a ‘Trivia Night’ to raise funds to assist the Lions Club purchase a ‘Heart Defibrillator’. Approximately 40 people attended and enjoyed a fun night as the Leos enthusiastically went about extracting every dollar possible. They also conducted a silent auction

of items donated by twenty Benalla businesses. The end result was a profit of $860 towards their goal.

Everyone who attended, were impressed by their organisation, enthusiasm and energy.Benalla Leos have been very busy, also taking part in the Car Boot Sale with plants and lots of goodies for sale.The Benalla Leos are yet to Charter, if the enthusiasm they have shown over the past few months, in promoting their club and raising funds for their community is any indication of the way they go about a project, they are going to be a fantastic asset to the Benalla Lions Club and to their community.

The ongoing maintenance and the redevelopment of the Cohuna Retirement Village - Youth Garden continues. A working bee was held with members of the public keen to come along and help the Leos remove the old shade are. This was great, with the extra help we jot so much more done. Two residents from the Village, Mrs Searl and Tony were on hand to make sure we did it right. Leo Cub mascot, Mikayla, also came along to help.Fundraising for the Garden has been through monthly car washes and the raffle of our “Caravan Cubby”. With the funds raised, the new raised, wheelchair friendly garden beds will be made. This will be a joint project with the Cohuna Men’s Shed and the Leos. The fernery will be replaced with new powder coated lattice and shade cloth. Still lots to do but looking good.

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We are very lucky to have the support of the Cohuna CFA with the use of their track and equipment to carry out our Car wash days. This makes the work so much easier, and there is a bit of fun too. The local Police vehicle gets the once over by the Leos. Lots of local support.Gunbower Races gave the Leos an opportunity to promote their raffle, “Caravan Cubby House” to a new audience, and talk to people there about Leos. Great day.

Leo President Tony & State Youth of the Year winner Ashleigh Rogers travelled to Cambodia with the Rotary “Alternate Schoolies” week.The house in the background is one of several build by the group, while in Cambodia, they also visited schools and orphanages and distributed toys and sporting equipment.Truly making a difference in the lives of others less fortunate.

Carols in the Park were almost washed out this year, but the rain held off long enough for all the little ones to have some fun blowing bubbles, playing games and singing with the Leo Elves.Even Santa got a bit of a hand from Leo Elves “Jingles” & ‘Jangles”, but they were just after his ride.

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Corowa Leos held a BBQ as a fundraiser for “Tune in Not Out” Youth Health project of Lions Australian Drug and Alcohol Awareness Foundation.

Corowa Leo’s presented a cheque for $100 to District Prostate Awareness/Lions Hearing Dogs and Organ Donation Chairman, Lion John Loader. The cheque was presented to Johnto go to the Hearing Dogs Foundation.There are a number of items availableto the public to purchase with fundsraised going toward the training ofHearing Dogs.

Bound for Gallipoli. It’s not every day a 13 year old student takes the day off school to visit Parliament House and make a speech in front of the Victorian Premier, network TV, and more than 300 people But that is exactly how Rochester Secondary College student, and member of the Rochester Leo Club, Annette Waters spent Wednesday 10th September. Annette spoke on behalf of the 80 students selected to represent Victoria in Turkey next year to commemorate 100 years since the ANZAC’s landed at Gallipoli.Annette entered a competition on ANZAC Day, through the Herald Sun newspaper. It was some time before Annette herd that she had been selected. Annette says that this is going to be a trip of a lifetime as this will be her first plain trip and first time over seas. Annette was very proud to be presented with the "Spirit of Anzac" award by the Rochester RSL this year. The award was in recognition of "community work, selflessness and achievements which reflect the Anzac spirit”. Annette feels that her involvement with the Leo Club at Rochester contributed to her being presented with this award.

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A No Smoking, No Drugs & No Alcohol EventPut these dates in your iPhone, diary or whatever it takes to remind you, 27th to 29th March 2015 is the 1st V6 Leo Convention, to be held at the Corowa Rugby League Club rooms (near the airport).The idea of the Convention is to get as many Leos from around the V6 District together to meet each other and have some fun! Early Bird registration of $50 if booked by the 1st March 2015. Remember, a separate registration form will be needed for each person attending, even if only for one or two social functions or meals. This helps with catering. All meals are included with the full weekend booking, if your family want to attend for only a few activities or sessions, they can book just for that. The registration form will be finalised soon and out to all clubs. Limited numbers, so book early.Accommodation is “Camp” style. Bring along your tent, swag or sleeping bag and grab a spot on the oval, a few changes of clothes might be handy. There are heaps of motels, cabins etc. in town if your family is coming along or if anyone would rather have comfort.The program for the weekend includes some formal stuff, like the opening ceremony but it also includes lots of fun stuff. Starting with a ‘Campfire’ tea on Friday night, Leo Clubs are asked to provide some entertainment. Do you have anyone in your club who can sing, dance, put on a funny skit? Saturday will include the opening including the flag raising ceremony. Leo clubs are asked to bring along a banner, flag or sign that describes your club. One Leo from each club will bring this in following the flag raising ceremony. This might include photos of your activities, members or anything you like. There will be some great speakers who are there to motivate and encourage you, not bore you to tears. On Saturday night, following a Spit Roast Tea, there will be a live band with great music and dancing till midnight. Dress to impress in the theme - 1920’s. Lots of scope for costumes there from Bonny & Clyde to Al Capone...Sunday there will be the awarding of some prizes, the nomination of the club to host the V6 2016 Leo Convention. Leo Clubs are asked to nominate if they would like to host the next convention, tell everyone what ideas your club has to entertain everyone. During Sunday the “Hunger Games” Race will be held. This will be an opportunity to get rid of some built up energy, throwing flower bombs, paint bombs, using water cannons all while racing a bottomless Car/Boat. But you have to build your own. All Leos are asked to bring along items to help make a

car/boat; string, paper, cardboard, cardboard tube, fabric, sticky tape, zippy ties, face paint and paint for the boat.“Hunger Games” style, all items will be put into a pile in the middle; members from each team will have to race to grab items to make their car/boat. Bring along a white T-shirt to decorate in your team colours.Come along, meet other Leos, make new friends and learn about what other Leo Clubs are doing,

Most of all, come along to have fun!

November 2014 UpdateChairman’s CommentsOn behalf of the Board of Directors, I’d like to extend a very special thank you to each and every one of you who contributed to making Houses 15 and 16 - our Special Needs accommodation units –a reality. The project proved to be a marathon time wise, but the results are something we all should be very proud of, and it will be a wonderful resource for many years to come. An especial thank you is due to CEO Adam, who managed the project on the ground, requiring many hours of his time, researching and following through the special requirements so that the needs of our Special Needs clients will be met. Camp 276: Mon 19th – Friday 23rd January 2015 It’s not long now until schools finish for the year so if you have not already done so please get your applications processed, checked and despatched. All information and the Club Application Form can be found on our website www.licola.org.au – Lions drop down menu – Lions Sponsored Camps. Please ensure that the forms are completed correctly, and all sections are completed, before they are returned to Noelene Birnie P.O.Box 560 Drouin Vic 3818. Any errors could delay processing your applications. Lions Sponsored Camps for 2015 Please note that the new Club application forms for the 2015 camps are on the website. LSC 274 January Mon 5th – Fri 9th – Geelong & V2 LSC 275 January Sun 11th –Fri 16th – V6 &country V1-4 LSC 276 January Mon 19th – Fri 23rd – Metro, V5 & V3 LSC 277 Sunday March 29th – Thursday April 2nd. Note: Easter falls during the middle of the school holiday N4 / V6 Special Needs Camp April Sun 12th – Fri 17th V3 Special needs Camp to be confirmed LSC 278 September Mon 21st – Fri 25th - TBA Official Opening of Houses 15 and 16 A great way to end October, a perfect sunny Licola Day, 380C, about 70 guests, our Licola staff, several Board members and Mr. Danny O’Brien MP, Member for Eastern Victoria, who officially opened our Special needs Houses 15 and 16. It was four years in the making, and involved lots of volunteers. Those who have already seen the completed

project agree that this is a really special addition to our camp.Licola Open Day- 1 November 2015 What a contrast to the opening

day for houses 15 and 16, it was cold and wet early on but by late morning the sun was out and the weather was really good. There was a lot of activity around the Giant Swings, the Flying Fox, the archery targets and even on the water with canoeing. Unfortunately visitor numbers were down because of the weather but the houses were booked out and these visitors had a great time. One of the highlights on the day was the CFA presence and their interaction with the younger children, letting them put out the “Burning House”. Once again the planning for the Open Day was fantastic. Convention Guest Speaker for 201V5

201V5 DG Alan Fluck with Adam Wake and PDG Noreen Carr after Adam’s Licola presentation. C.E.O. Adam made his convention guest speaker debut at the V5 convention this year and gave an informative and exciting presentation

about Licola - Past, Present & Future. Of special interest was the information relating to Licola’s new project Youth@Risk. He gave an overview of the aims of the project, an outline of how the project will be run and the ages of the Youths that will be involved. Adam will also be a guest speaker at the V2 convention. All donations to Youth@Risk over $2.00 are tax deductable and cheques should be made payable to Lions Village Licola Inc. with an instruction that the money is designated for Youth@Risk. Lions Sponsored Camp Leaders – we need your help Once again with the Summer LSC’s upon us there is always a need for camps leaders, both old and new. Often we rely on our older leaders to fill these positions but the fact is they are also getting older and are not able to do what they “used to do”. We need all Lions to seek out potential leaders and for those Clubs that are able to sponsor multiple children to also provide a leader for their camp. When a camp is at risk of cancellation it is most often due to a lack of leaders rather than a lack of children. Please contact the Licola office if you can help AND NOTE THAT VOLUNTEER FORMS ARE ON THE WEBSITE UNDER “Volunteers”. Youth at Risk Camps – Progress report. Last month we advised that we would provide an updated total of how our donations are progressing. As at 25/10/14 the total is $13,000.00 with future promises of more Our most sincere thanks to all the Lions who have supported Youth@Risk to date, but please don’t stop now.

Double rainbow on Blanket Hill – Licola. Oct 2014

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East Gippsland MLC Mr Danny O’Brien, CEO Adam Wake and Licola Chairman PDG Noreen Carr and our newly commissioned Honour Board in Houses 15 & 16

Licola December 2014 Update

Chairman’s Report

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to our team at Licola, and to all Lions, Lionesses and volunteers who have contributed to our Camp this year. It’s a great project, one we should all be proud of!

“The race was tough... in fact I found it very tough, but that's not to say I didn't enjoy it. The volunteers were absolutely awesome. At times I did think about the Youth @ Risk program in an effort to find inspiration to push through some of the darker moments of the event. These were mostly confined to the 42km marathon stage which, I guess, is not surprising after 3.8km in the water and 180km on the bike. Strangely, I found that running with my eyes closed actually helped me drift away and not think about the discomfort or the distance still ahead. Again seeing all shapes, sizes, and ages in this, what I once thought, an impossible event proves that people are capable of much, much more than they ever realise. I've often said that we should all do things that are scary as often as we can and even sign up for things that we may think at the time are beyond our reach - I think it is nice when you find that they are not.”

We are happy to tell you that Adam is back at Licola, a bit stiff and sore but excited. If you would like to make a donation to support his efforts please send your cheque Lions Village Licola Jamieson Road Licola 3858 and indicate that it is for Youth @Risk. More photo’s next month.As at 26/11/14the total was $15000.00. FantasticOur most sincere thanks to all the Lions who have supported Youth@Risk to date, but please don’t stop now.

Prime 7 Wellingtons Peoples Choice AwardsIts time for the annual awards so please vote now, & Lets Keep Licola Wilderness Village on the MapSimply log into www.tourismwellington.com.au and follow the link to the voting page…note the link will not be there until 12th Dec!!!Also don’t forget to like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/DiscoverWellingtonGippsland We would dearly like to win the Best Customer Service but It would be great if everyone that possibly can VOTES for us as follows as we will see what we get;Category: VOTE FOR: Easy access for people of all abilities - Licola Wilderness Village Best Caravan/ Cabin/ Camping Park/ Backpacker - Licola Wilderness Village Best Family Activity - Licola Wilderness Village Best Customer Service - Licola Wilderness Village Pass this out amongst your communities, families and friends and get voting today - it takes about 1 minute. With each passing year it is becoming more and more difficult to win these awards so we do need you.We also think you can vote more than once (possibly even 4x) but need to put in different email addresses.

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Double rainbow on Blanket Hill – Licola. Oct 2014

Lions Sponsored Camps Important notice to all Club Presidents and Secretaries.For several months now we have been advising that the Club Application form is available from the Licola website.It is fast becoming a fact that we do not have that manpower on the Board to send out individual club letters and we are asking for your help by using the internet to download the Club Application form. When you send your completed form to Noelene Birnie, she will send you the child’s application form and brochure.We will continue to pass on dates and important notices through the Licola Corner, but we really need your help.Camp 276: Mon 19th – Friday 23rd January 2015It’s not long now until schools finish for the year so if you have not already done so please get your applications processed, checked and despatched.Please ensure that the forms are completed correctly, and all sections are completed, before they are returned to Noelene Birnie P.O.Box 560 Drouin Vic 3818.Any errors could delay processing your applications.Lions Sponsored Camps for 2015Please note that the new Club application forms for the 2015 camps are on the website.

LSC 274 January Mon 5th – Fri 9th – Geelong & V2

LSC 275 January Sun 11th –Fri 16th – V6 &country V1-4

LSC 276 January Mon 19th – Fri 23rd – Metro, V5 & V3

LSC 277 Sunday March 29th – Thursday April 2nd. Note: Easter falls during the middle of the school holiday

N4 / V6 Special Needs Camp April Sun 12th – Fri 17th

V3 Special needs Camp to be confirmed

LSC 278 September Mon 21st – Fri 25th - TBALions Sponsored Camp Leaders we still need your helpThe Summer LSC’s upon us there is always a need for camps leaders, both old and new. We need all Lions to seek out potential leaders and for those Clubs that are able to sponsor multiple children to also provide a leader for their camp. When a camp is at risk of cancellation it is most often due to a lack of leaders rather than a lack of chil-dren.Please contact the Licola office if you can help AND NOTE THAT VOLUNTEER FORMS ARE ON THE WEBSITE UNDER “Volunteers”.Youth at Risk Camps - Progress report.Adam’s passion for Y@R has resulted in putting his body on the line what he believes in. On 7th Dec. he entered his first Ironman Event to promote Y@R and we are proud to put his comments to paper.

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