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Travelling with a Purpose. Rotary Nomads. Nov 09, 2022

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Rotary Nomads meet online and gather at organised musters where they provide essential services enabling rural communities to enjoy festivals and events. Geoff St Clair explains what its all about and why this form of Rotarianism is becoming so popular. We also caught incoming President of Rotary International Gordon McInally on his brief visit to Sydney.

Exploring Hidden Sydney plus the Train Ride to End Polio Oct 29, 2022

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With proceeds devoted to the Rotary Foundation, author and historian Trevor McAlister introduces his fascinating book Exploring Hidden Sydney which uncovers the secret histories behind over 700 sites and buildings. www.woodslanepress.com.au In this episode we also meet Mark Anderson on the train during the hugely successful End Polio Train Ride.

Rethinking Waste. The Pursuit of Positive Change. Jeremy Wright AM Oct 22, 2022

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Foreshadowing the next webinar in the Climate and Peace series, Rotarian Jeremy Wright AM explains why we need to rethink waste and the perspective to be taken by his expert faculty. Webinar is on 8 November. See www.climateandpeace.com.au

Punching above their weight in Walcha. Oct 10, 2022

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The beating heart of Walcha in northern New South Wales is undoubtedly the Rotary Club. Only 24 members but punching well above its weight. Andrew Corlette describes the initiative to provide children going into foster care with a back pack of familiar, comforting items. We learn about a program to introduce school students to the realities of sheep farming. Another great example of Rotary in the community. www.walcharotary.org.au

Peace for the Congo Oct 01, 2022

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Can you help plant the first Rotary Peace Pole in the Democratic Republic of Congo? Lucy Hobgood-Brown and Dr Grace Maano explain the background, the purpose and the process to ensure their Peace Pole will join the 250,000 already in place around the world. Yet another Rotary initiative demonstrating service above self. Donate via www.rawcs.org.au and nominate Peace Pole as the beneficiary.

Food, Wine and Fun at St Ives Sep 23, 2022

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The St Ives Food and Wine Festival is back following two covid cancelled years. Di Barnes tells us what to expect including wines to taste, a variety of food to sample, choirs, singers, jazz band, pony rides, farm animals and activities for everyone. Sunday 25 September

Non Violent Child Centred Education in Nepal. Thanks to Rotary. Sep 16, 2022

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Patrick Price, a Rotarian from Sydney was shocked at the authoritarian and violent approach to teaching he found in Nepalese schools. Determined to do something about it he founded the Centre for Learning and Children's Rights a non profit organisation delivering educational and humanitarian projects in Nepal regardless of age, gender, religion or caste, including the successful Heartland Academy. www.forchildsrights.org and www.heartlandacademy.edu.np

Endurance Cyclist, Ambassador for the Bobbin Head Cycle Classic, Rupert Guinness Sep 12, 2022

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Rupert Guinness, author, commentator and journalist, but above all a world renowned endurance cyclist is Ambassador for the Bobbin Head Cycle Classic aka The Bobbo. Rupert tells his story, how he got started, the long distance rides he has done and how he uses cycling to raise awareness of mental health issues. He provides tips for Bobbo riders, generously and with good grace. A true gentleman. www.bobbo.org.au

Ride the Train to End Polio Sep 05, 2022

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A brilliant idea to raise funds to eradicate polio. There are still a handful of cases in countries like Afghanistan and Pakistan. A recent case also emerged in New York City. The Train Ride to end polio is the brainchild of local Rotarians in Sydney who have so far raised $500k. Mark Anderson explains what its all about and foreshadows the 2022 event. www.polioeradication.org

Run, jog or walk the Cross Country Challenge at Bella Vista Farm Jul 23, 2022

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An integral part of the Orange Blossom Festival, the Cross Country Challenge organised by the Rotary Club of Hills Kellyville offers three distances to run, walk or to stroll. 10.2 km, 6.8 km, 3.4 km. You can even take your dog! All for a good cause. at the beautiful Bella Vista Farm. Mike Blair OAM ex;plains. www.crosscountrychallenge.com.au

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