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MAY 2018
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L IONS INTERNATIONAL
District 201 V3 Newsletter
PP363372/00004
“Having Fun whilst making a difference”
On Easter Sunday, the Flinders Lions Club put on a great display of vintage cars which brought out the crowds to share in the fun! The Easter Rabbit even joined in, driving through the village on his tractor! The display attracted around 180 cars with historic Ford, Porsche, Jaguar and Austin Healey cars polished to within an inch of their lives. The logistics for the event were formidable - three different display areas, 40 volunteers from Lions, Flinders Community Association and others roped in for good measure There was a Lions sausage sizzle, refreshments for sponsors and exhibitors in the hall, a raffle of a weekend Mercedes sports car compliments of Mornington Mercedes Benz and the highlight - racing legend Alan Moffat in attendance to present the prizes, sign autographs and have his photo taken with enthusiasts. What more can a car buff want except a lovely sunny Flinders day! More than 1500 people passed through the 3 different venues to view a mix of classics showcasing more than 110 years of motoring; from the newest and latest state of the art high performance models of Audi, Jaguar, Porsche, Lamborghini and Alfa Romeo to dear old cars made
over 100 years ago. The village was jumping and visitors were happy to stroll through the main street shopping and sharing our dear little seaside town. The event was generously supported by Zagame as the principal sponsor, Kalus Kenny Intelex, Brighton Jaguar, Porsche Centre of Brighton and Tickford and Bendigo Community Bank Balnarring. We also had sponsors in kind, namely RT Edgar Flinders, Red Hill Bakery, Flinders General Store and the Williams family. Local traders Cookies & Co and Flinders Bakehouse cafe had specials for coffee and lunch for sponsors and ticket holders. The event raised approx. $30,000 and the funds will go towards Lions supported charities and local community projects.
Motoring Heritage Display!
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Congratulations to Mornington Lion Frank Doherty, who was presented with a Melvin Jones Fellow at the Club’s 50th Charter Anniversary celebrations!
A Melvin Fellow!
“Having Fun whilst making a difference”
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I don’t know if it makes it harder or easier to be doing this report from Sunny Queensland overlooking Magnetic Island and the blue, blue Coral Sea at Townsville. Col and I have sneaked away for an extra week before we attend Multiple District Convention. It is a long way; a car trip to Melbourne, two shuttle bus trips, two plane trips, a taxi from the airport but oh, so worth it! Col attended the Dawn Service (I stayed in bed) and we both watched the Townsville Anzac Parade from the balcony of our room. I felt very slack knowing how many of you were out cooking breakfasts for the Anzac crowds. We have 36 Lions and 3 Partners and Family attending the National Convention this year for the 4 days. Next year, Convention is at Geelong over a 2 - day weekend. I am sure many more of you will be able to attend seeing it is on our doorstep. Thank you to those Clubs who returned their PU101’s to me so your New Club Officers and Meeting Details will be listed correctly in the Lions Directory. I hope you have all updated these details on MyLCI as well. Also, to those clubs, who returned their No 5 & 6 forms for Convention Delegates and the Convention Remembrance Ceremony, thank you. I hope no one has been left out. Also, please bring all your Activity Reports up to date on MyLCI as well. Again, any problems or questions, just contact PDG Joyce Radford and she will happily help you. We are fast approaching the end of the Lions Year, has it gone fast for you too? The next important event on the Calendar is our Club Members Information Day. Please encourage your new Members to attend as well as your club officers. I have been asked many times this year what Lions can do to help their clubs be happy, effective and strong in members. My answer is to be better informed. Knowledge is Strength. Our point of difference is our Strength. Come along and find out what Lions is on 27th May. The next important event is your Club Changeover, the most important event of the year where you have the opportunity to thank your President and Board for the past year and show your enthusiasm and encouragement for the new President and Board who you have voted in for the next 12 months. Make it a great occasion and invite your community so they too can thank your Club. This will be followed by the final District event of the year, the V3 District Changeover. This lunch has been kept affordable again, so District Lions
and Partners can attend without breaking the Bank. Farewell DG Andrew, Lion Kerry and his Cabinet and welcome DGE Peter and Lion Desma back from International Convention. It will be a great afternoon. There have been some changes to addresses and contacts: Lions Club of Mirboo North postal address: 55 Ridgeway, Mirboo North 3871 PDG David Lowing: 10 Benson St, Benalla, 3672. Postal address is PO Box 193, Benalla 3671. Endeavour Hills Lioness Club: [email protected]. Lions Club of Yarram postal address: 16 Railway Avenue Yarram Vic 3971. DC Children of Courage Lorraine Riches: Unit 1/44 Bourke Street, Mentone, 3194. A/H (03) 95831587. Also, a reminder: Please note, if you wish to order a Melvin Jones Fellowship. PDG George is responsible for the production and distribution of Melvin Jones Fellowships in Australia. His email and postal address has recently changed. Please address any applications as follows: PDG George Barnard OAM, 21 Pharaoh Drive, CRANBOURNE VIC 3977 or via email: [email protected] Please contact me if I can help you with anything or answer questions about any of the above. Now, I am going to watch Collingwood win the Anzac Game! Go Pies!
Lion Shirley Higman Cabinet Secretary 2017 / 2018
Secretary’s Report
District Governor Andrew McMahon and the Lions family of District 201V3 pass on their sincere condolences to the families of the following members.
Members & Family passed away Lions Club Norman King - Charter Member San Remo/ Newhaven Lion Felix Rosario - Mother Narre Warren Lion Marion Riches Narre Warren
Our caring thoughts and get well wishes are extended to the following members of the Lions family, whether it is they are recovering from major surgery or a minor cold. We wish you all a speedy recovery.
Also to members whose names that I have not received we wish you good health and a full recovery.
Members & Family on the Sick List Lions Club Lion Brian Parker Mornington Lion Joan Ross Karingal Lions Alan & Josie Carlton Karingal Lion Bob Medley Cranbourne
This year it would be lovely to welcome babies into the Lions family and to also record those special Wedding Anniversaries.
If you would like the District to send a card, please supply the name and mailing address that the card is to be sent to.
Patricia Forsyth [email protected]
Welfare Report
“Having Fun whilst making a difference”
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Club Members Information Day 27th May 2018 Federation University, Churchill campus Enter via Northways Road, then turn left at McDonald Way. Carpark is then the first turn on your right. This annual event is a great opportunity for all Lions to: • Help plan a successful 2018/19 year for your
Club
• Network with other Club members and District Officers
• Develop skills for undertaking Club roles
• Obtain information and ask questions about Lions
• Take away ideas for you to get more from being a Lion
All Club members are welcome, particularly Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers and Membership Chairmen The day commences at 9.00am sharp and concludes at approx. 3.00pm; tea and coffee will be provided from 8.30am. Light lunch provided for $5 pp; please advise of special dietary needs. RSVP by 10th May 2018 to: Neil Wingrave [email protected] Ph. 0428362755
Mornington Lions Pre-loved Book Fair! Saturday May 19th 8.30am-5.00pm Sunday May 20th 8.30am-2.00pm Peninsula Community Theatre 91 Wilsons Road Mornington
Categories of books include: • Fiction • Travel • Cooking • Hobby • Technical • Children’s • Biographies • Magazines
“Having Fun whilst making a difference”
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Wow it’s May already where has the year gone!!!!!!
As you are reading this, Kerrie and I are in Townsville, attending the final council meeting for 2018, and the multiple district convention. We have a strong contingency of V3 Lions attending this convention and I am very proud to be our districts representative.
One of the key challenges I set for myself this year was to increase the number of clubs regularly reporting their activities through the Monthly Membership Report (MMR) and the Monthly Activities Report (MAR). I am so pleased that through your efforts and those of PDG Joyce Radford we have been able to increase the amount of clubs completing these reports.
However there is still a lot of clubs that don’t complete their reports regularly. Reporting your activities is important because it is a printable record of the clubs year. The President can use this report to give accountability of the clubs year under their leadership.
It is also great to show a copy to prospective sponsors to show them what the club does and what they have achieved within the community.
The MMR is important to keep up to date for many reasons including keeping addresses correct so Lions magazines and other correspondence get to where they’re intended to go. Financially, so you’re not getting charged for dues on past members. It also allows Lions clubs international to know the amount of members, demographics and geographical locations. This helps to target
promotional materials to different areas, membership strategies and also allows them to approach such philanthropic partners as the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation.
Never underestimate the importance of you and your club to this organisation and the importance of reporting your clubs successes.
Don’t forget the Club Members Information Day on the 27th May at Federation University in Churchill. It is a great day for all members to attend; no matter how long you have been a Lion or what position you are taking on next Lions year. I have been attending for over 30 years and I still learn something new each year.
Kerrie and I have a few more clubs to visit over the next month. The visitation to clubs has been an absolute highlight of my District Governor Year. I have learnt so much from my travels around the clubs. There are so many successful clubs in our district, all doing things different, but never wrong. It has been a privilege to see and to serve.
Think about your club visiting other clubs in different areas of the district or other districts. You can learn a lot from each other and they are a great fun and social night for all members.
Keep on having fun whilst making a difference!!!!!
Andrew McMahon District Governor 2017 / 2018
District Governor’s Report
By the time you read this article your clubs should have their officers elected for the coming 2018- 2019 Lions year. For some Clubs this has been a relatively smooth process while for some others it has been more difficult.
As Lions we need to be more pro-active in training and mentoring Club members who indicate an interest and /or experience in Club and District operations. Finding , training and mentoring good leaders is important for our future . We need to be on the look-out for younger members with a passion for service.
I would encourage as many of you as possible to come to our District Information Day at Federation Training, Churchill on 27th May. I would like to see an increased number of members who have not attended in the past, come along. As members keep telling me “you always learn something new”, and it’s a great way to meet and get to know members from other Clubs in the District. It is a
great way to share what your club is doing and to hear what other Clubs in the District are doing; what issues Clubs are facing and how they are going about solving them. This helps to prevent your club from becoming too insular.
The day helps us all to be on the same page regarding our goals and objectives, as well as our procedures, including the way we run our Clubs. I look forward to seeing you there.
Desma and I will be attending our Lions Multiple District Convention in Townsville in early May. This will be a time of training , being encouraged by great speakers and catching up with like-minded Lions from all over MD 201. Our next MD Convention will be in Geelong in May 2019, so I would like as many members as possible from our District to Register. Plan now to attend.
Peter Payne 1
st VDG 2017 / 2018
1ST Vice District Governor’s Report