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OoZoo Newsletter of Rotary Club of Mosman
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Volume : W22, Issue Number : W22-138 (08/04/2023)
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Painting Mosman Bay 1973 by Graeme Robinson
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Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Borogegal and Cammeraigal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which our Club meets. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
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(Click on each event below to get more details)
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(Given the ever-changing COVID situation please check with the secretary about the latest information on whether meetings are being held via zoom or in person.)
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There will not be a meeting on Monday 10th April due to Public Holiday. Our next meeting will be on Monday 17th April when we will have a presentation on the 11th Commonwealth Youth Parliament which took place in Trinidad and Tobago in November 2022
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The district (9685) Conference was held in Cowra. Thanks to Barry & Marco for joining me for this fabulous event. Dom & Di were due to come along but obviously with Dom’s health they were unable to attend.
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It really was a brilliant, well run event with some wonderful speakers. Cowra certainly is a town worth visiting in my opinion. There were two highlights for mine; The presentation of the Rotary District Vocational Excellence award presented to our very own local Professor Mary-Louise McLaws. The Professor is in poor health but made the supreme effort to attend the conference & receive her award which we sincerely thank her for. She was accompanied by her daughter & son-in-law. The second was the Sunday morning breakfast & gathering at the Japanese Gardens, absolutely stunning grounds & as I said well worth visiting. We also had a the honour of a presentation by the Japanese ambassador to Australia, His Excellency, Shingo Yamagami (accompanied by his wife) who made the most amazing speech.
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Also special thanks to Cowra Rotary for the effort they made to look after us at all times & fed us with outstanding meals etc. Congratulations to District Governor, Mina Howard & all the organising team on a fabulously run & exciting event. It really was an outstanding conference. I really hope we can get more members to attend next years conference which will be held in Terrigal by incoming District Governor, Christine Owen. Registration is open now at https://www.9685rotaryconference2024.com.au/
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Bjorn was a student with our club around 10 years ago. His main claim to fame was his prowess at swimming. He would get up every morning at around 4.00am for practice/training. He was the major winner at Forestville High’s swimming carnival whilst he was with us in Sydney.
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Barry heard from Bjorn recently after sending him birthday wishes.
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I hope this email finds you well and in good spirits. It's been quite a while since we last communicated, and I wanted to take a moment to reconnect with you and share some updates about my life. It's been a decade since my unforgettable exchange experience in Sydney, and I cannot express how grateful I am for your warm hospitality during that time.
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First and foremost, I am delighted to announce that I have successfully completed law school! It was a challenging yet rewarding experience, and the knowledge and skills I gained have been invaluable in my professional life. You may recall my passion for justice and my dream to become a lawyer. I am proud to say that I am now on the path to achieving that dream.
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In addition, I have made a significant move from Tromsø to Oslo. The transition from a smaller city to the bustling capital has been quite an adventure. Oslo's vibrant culture and fast-paced lifestyle have opened my eyes to new experiences and opportunities, while also allowing me to appreciate the tranquility and close-knit community of Tromsø even more.
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As I embarked on my legal career, I was fortunate enough to secure a position as an associate at BAHR, a prestigious law firm here in Oslo. The firm's commitment to excellence and its diverse clientele have provided me with invaluable experience and a strong foundation in the legal field.
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On a more personal note, I recently purchased my first apartment with my girlfriend, who also just graduated from medical school. We moved in just a couple of weeks ago, and it has been a thrilling experience for both of us. The process of creating a home together has brought us even closer and has filled our hearts with joy.
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And now, for the most exciting news of all - I am getting married this summer! My fiancée and I have been planning our special day with great enthusiasm, and we can't wait to celebrate our love and commitment with our nearest and dearest.
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In closing, I want to once again express my gratitude for the kindness you showed me during my time in Australia. That experience has shaped me in ways I can't fully describe, and the memories I made while staying with you will forever be cherished. I would be honored to keep in touch and continue sharing our life's journey.
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Wishing you and the Rotary family all the best, and may our paths cross again in the future.
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Attendance Table Roster for 2022-23
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2022 |
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| 2022 |
November |
ALDERSON Mark |
GIGLIETTI Luciano |
| 2022 |
December |
BECK Dieter |
KOSCHARSKY Halyna |
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2023 |
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| 2023 |
January |
STOCKDALE Clare |
JAIN Surinder |
| 2023 |
February |
McKENZIE Di |
OWLES Brian |
| 2023 |
March |
JACKSON David |
TONER Alan |
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April |
LESLIE Blair |
OWLES Shirley |
| 2023 |
May |
BELL Chris |
THOMPSON Ruth |
| 2023 |
June |
WEBB Ross |
HUMPHERY James |
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July |
WEBB therese |
ANDREW Derek |
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| President |
Mark Wallis |
| Immediate Past President |
Richard Vahtrick |
| Rotary Foundation |
Richard Vahtrick |
| Secretary |
Graeme Robinson |
| Treasurer |
David Jackson |
| Club Administration/Service |
Brian Owles |
| Community Service |
Ruth Thompson |
| International Service |
Martin Fallows |
| Welfare and Engagement |
Di McKenzie |
| Vocational Service |
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| Youth Service |
Halyna Koscharsky |
| Sergeant-at-Arms |
Barry Starr |
| Assistant Secretary |
Dominique Rabu |
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The Rotary Club of Mosman wishes to thank Kennard’s Storage Artarmon for their generous on-going support in providing storage for our Club.
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