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Kidney Dialysis in Remote Communities...thanks to Rotary Nov 20, 2020

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Remote indigenous communities in Central Australia are 30 times more likely to suffer from kidney disease. Communities are left without elder leadership, families are broken and culture is weakened. But thanks to the efforts of many including Rotarians, the Purple House project was launched providing much needed support including 18 remote clinics and a mobile dialysis unit called The Purple Truck. Bob Aitken AM, long serving and tireless Rotarian tells the story and also explains how he got involved in Rotary, his career in media and in supporting the End Polio Now campaign. www.purplehouse.org.au

Refuge for Women in Distress Nov 12, 2020

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Where do women who go whose lives have been ruined by domestic violence and homelessness? Where can they find a bed, sympathy, food and shelter? We meet Louise McCann, President of the Hornsby Kuring gai Women's Shelter who explains what they do, who they serve, how the facility is managed, and importantly the huge difference it makes to the lives and prospects for women in distress. www.hkws.org.au

Rotary Tackles Climate and Peace Nov 06, 2020

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Now more than ever the community needs to address and deal with the impact of a changing climate. Rotarian Jeremy Wright has convened a Climate and Peace Forum to understand our prospects for coping with future natural disasters including US and Australian bushfires. The forum is by webinar, Tuesday 10 November, featuring Greg Mullins AO, former commissioner for Fire & Rescue NSW, Lucinda Corrigan Chair of Farmers for Climate Action and Simon McKeon AO, Chancellor of Monash University. Listen here to Ian Stuart's interview with Jeremy Wright and tune in to the webinar via www.climateandpeace.com.au (its free)

The Power of the Written Word. Books in Homes for Children Oct 30, 2020

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A home with books as an integral part of the way of life encourages children to read for pleasure and encourages discussion among family members about what they have read thereby providing children with information, vocabulary, imaginative richness, wide horizons and skills for discovery and play. We meet Peter Large, CEO of Books in Homes, a not for profit organisation which has provided over 2.7 million books to children in disadvantaged and remote communities across Australia. We learn how it works, how the books are selected and thee ways in which the program is supported. A great story enabled by many Rotary Clubs. www.booksinhomes.com.au

Raising Funds for Domestic Violence with a Community Art Show Oct 24, 2020

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A great way for artists to showcase their talents, for art lovers to browse the gallery and purchase unique art works for their enjoyment or as gifts. We meet Trudy Stevenson from Carlingford Rotary Club in Sydney's northern suburbs who explains how the idea came about, how to enter, the different categories, the prizes and the judging process. Chief judge is celebrated Australian artist and national living treasure, Ken Done OAM. An online art show, a creative way to celebrate art and to support two essential charities dealing with domestic violence. www.carlingordcommunityartshow.com.au

Dressing for Success.....Empowering Women Oct 16, 2020

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The mission of Dress for Success it to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. We meet Vicki Hartley CEO of Dress for Success, Sydney who explains how it all works, the role of Rotary, where the garments come from, how funds are raised and the impact that the program has on women seeking to enter or re-enter the workforce. And how they are managing during the Covid 19 restrictions. www.sydney.dressforsuccess.org

Insulin Pumps....Managing Diabetes Oct 09, 2020

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Type One diabetes is a form of diabetes in which very little or no insulin is produced by the pancreas. The cause is unknown but is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. However, insulin therapy delivered through an insulin pump attached to the body, can radically improve the lives of people with Type One diabetes. But these pumps are relatively expensive, so it is heartening to hear from John Waterhouse of St Ives Rotary Club about the successful and creative campaign he has led to raise the funds to procure and distribute insulin pumps to people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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Crossing Egypt by Motor Bike and Scooter...an exciting adventure. Part Two Oct 02, 2020

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We continue the conversation with Rotarian, Ahmad Elzoghby and learn more about the Cross Egypt Challenge, what riders can experience and the sights they will enjoy. See www.crossegyptchallenge.com . See also Part One of this program

Crossing Egypt by Motor Bike and Scooter...an exciting adventure Oct 02, 2020

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We meet Ahmad Elzoghby from the Rotary Club of Alexandria Cosmopolitan and learn about the annual Cross Egypt Challenge, a unique opportunity for motor cyclists and scooter riders to experience a ten day guided ride to enjoy the monuments, the sights and the history of Egypt. Riders stay in 4-5 star hotels and enjoy one night camping in luxury. Everything is included and riders can hire machines in Egypt or bring their own. Rotary meetings are held along the way, in the desert. www.crossegyptchallenge.com (see also Part Two of this episode)

Behind the Scenes at St Ives Rotary Club Sep 25, 2020

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This week we take a look at the Rotary Club of St Ives, on Sydney's upper north shore. Russell Crofts the President explains how it all started, the way that the club is governed and some of the community projects they support. Di Barnes, PR Director for the club discusses the Pride of Workmanship Award and the successful Tree of Joy project. St Ives is a relatively affluent suburb with good schools, shops, transport, some large homes, leafy streets and is surrounded by beautiful national park. We conclude with a look at laterite and its significance, geologically and as an aid to educational understanding. As a finale, we hear the wonderful Leonard Cohen song Hallelujah, performed by the long standing Sydney Male Choir. www.stivesrotary.org.au and http://www.facebook.com/StIvesRotaryNSW

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