Lion’s Club of Green Island

On Line Bulletin

November 2008

 

Evan’s President Report

Hi All 

 

Well November has been very busy so far, with Beachlands Speedway having their first public meeting on Saturday the 1st of November. This meeting was meant to be a fireworks night but the weather was not so kind, they cancelled the night with about three race to go. The fireworks display will be this Saturday night the 15th of November.

Sunday the 2nd November Lion John Cross had the Kitty Hawk Bowls Tournament at three bowling greens around Dunedin. Many thanks to John for taking on this project at short notice he only had three weeks to organize this, also many thanks to Burt and Betty Wolf for helping to sell raffles at Kitty Hawk.

Last weekend we had our club fishing trip to Twizel, 51 fish were caught for the weekend, and the weather was kind to us as well.

Our tea meeting on Tuesday night we have our District Governor Neil Blake is making his club visit.

This report is only a short one as I am running out of time, and Ian needs to go to print, so we will catch up at our club tea meeting.

 

Until then cheers   President  Evan.

 

 

“Without Members to Empower the Leaders, we may as well all pack up and go fishing, for we have lost the salt of the earth

 

--Cliff  Heywood

 

Important Dates Coming up.

Tues 18th November – 6.30   Tea meeting   

Commercial Tavern  - Visitor -District Governor Neill Blake

Sat 15th November  - Beachlands catering.

Sun 16th November  - Green Is Junior Soccer Catering

Sat 6th December  -  Green Island Gala Day

Sat 13th December – Catering for The Community Probation Service Xmas Function – Brighton Domain

Sun 14th December   - Xmas Function.

Sun  25th January  - Brighton Gala Day.

 

 

Telephone books.

Delivery           Sun 30th   November

Bagging           Thurs 27th at Total Span.

Terry will be in touch  or  see him at the meeting.

 

 

  

 

 


If you think you're a person of some influence, try ordering somebody else's dog around.

 

 

CONVENTION     - METHVEN

27th – 29th March.    Theme ‘White Gold’.

Guest speaker – Dick Taylor. 

See Chris May for details.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


3rd VP Report November

Caravan

 

The caravan continues to prove a wonderful asset for our club and a pleasure to work in. Lion Richard has quite a bit of catering booked for it, we will keep you posted. Members using the caravan please make sure that any loose items are stowed securely when you have finished with it. If your not sure stow it at floor level- it can’t fall much further.  Two Beachlands have been completed, so those that have not worked in the caravan yet give it a go when asked and be pleasantly surprised.

 

Projects

 

The Kittyhawk Lawn bowls tournament was recently held and was a huge success considering the very short time we had to organise the event. My thanks go to Betty and Bert Wolf, from our club and Carol and Peter Partington from Mosgiel Lions for their  efforts at the Tainui and St. Kilda greens, selling raffles. Between three greens we made nearly $1500 from the raffles- what a great effort. At the end of the day the Kittyhawk committee handed over a cheque for $2000 (plus the procedes from raffles) for Camp Quality and assured us there was another cheque to come for a considerable amount when all the costings have been done. $1200 was also given for child cancer. Something like this makes it great to be a Lion.

Next year it is hoped that the tournament will be on a much bigger scale.

 

We have been awarded the contract for the Telephone directories so at this stage deliveries will take place on Sun 30th November- all hands to the pumps.

We have been approached by the Green Island Business Association to help erect a notice board in the town and it has been decided we take on the whole project, construction and erection. More on that at a later date.

 

That’s all from me and once again I look forward to your fellowship at our November tea meeting.

 

 

Yours in Lionism

 

John Cross

 

 

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“I got a new fly rod and reel for my wife
...best trade I ever made.” – Thomas Horan

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Fishing Report – Twizel

 

Twelve hardy souls battled brilliant sunshine and flat waters in the upper Waitaki last weekend in pursuit of piscatorial excellence.  Everyone managed to get fish landed, although three fishers left their run very late. The lunch time barbeques on various lake shores were a highlight, as was the magnificent scenery. Another enjoyable trip with many lighter moments and excellent company. Many thanks to Dave and Mark for the accommodation.

Prizes to Brian Ellis, Brian Crom and John Young (Top boat). Brian Crom was top rod and the booby prize went to Chris May.  The weekend score – 51 fish landed and one seagull.

 

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A cop pulls a guy over for speeding and the guy's defence was, "I was just going with the flow of traffic."

The Cop's response... "Ever go fishing?"    

   "Yeah...."


"Ever catch ALL the fish?"

 

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Neil's Notes   for  November  2008  

 

Greetings Fellow Lions!

 

The Christchurch Ferrymead Lions Club has been collecting used spectacles for a good number of years now. They clean, grade, and finally send them to the Pacific Islands with a team of ophthalmologists. I have thought what a great documentary this would make as various stages were recorded, and have suggested to the president of Ferrymead, “Why not?” I am sure that clubs that collect used glasses would be interested in their final destination.

 

I am telling you this because I have just delivered over one thousand pairs to Graeme Waghorn, a member of Ferrymead Lions, who lives in Rolleston and who runs their collection depot. Graeme can be contacted at phone (03) 347 8227. Many thanks to the clubs that collect these glasses and if you have wondered how to get them to Christchurch, then give them to any Cabinet member and they will get them to me to deliver.

 

I have just received two 2008-09 international directories. These contain details of all the Lions clubs in the world and for those of you who are planning an overseas trip and would like the details of a club near your destination, then phone me and I would be happy to give those details.

 

It is time now for clubs to be thinking of submitting entries for the best club projects throughout the past year which will be judged prior to district convention. The winning entry would then go on to the Multiple District to be judged for the Ron Usmar award. The description of the project should be no more than both sides of an A4 page, accompanied by a scrapbook of the development of the project through to its completion. Judging is on the following basis:

 

1. The involvement of club members in the project (30 marks).

2. The participation of the club in the community (20 marks).

3. Initiative, originality and enterprise of the idea (25 marks).

4. The benefit to the community of the particular project (20 marks).

5. Manner of presentation (5 marks).

 

I do enjoy getting your club bulletins and I can assure you that all are read by me eventually. I get a good insight into what clubs are doing and thank club editors for their professional approach. The best district bulletin will be judged prior to convention.

 

Regards to you all.

 

District Governor  Neil Blake

 

 

 

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The bank returned a cheque to me this morning, stamped:

'insufficient funds.' Is it them or me?

 

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I used to be schizophrenic, but we're all right now.

 

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PROJECTS WITHOUT SIGNAGE ARE INCOMPLETE
by Al Brandel, President,

The International Association of Lions Clubs

I’ve seen firsthand some wonderful Lions projects in my travels as international president. But let me tell you about something I have not seen—or at least not enough of. Lions often fail to identify their projects with the Lions logo or signage with a Lions identity. Or they do not wear their vests, which is another way to tell the public who is responsible for the valuable event they are witnessing.

Modesty is an admirable trait. But this is really not about modesty. It’s about telling the public how important Lions are to their community. It’s about gaining visibility and making it easier to recruit new members and network with other people and groups in our communities. We perform service because we believe in the value of giving back. But visibility is one of the benefits of community service. Let’s take advantage of that and relish the chance to increase the recognition level of Lions and what we do.

Honestly, I think sometimes we don’t take enough pride on who we are and what we do. We’re not “just another community group.” We’re the world’s largest service club. We’re the Knights of the Blind. But we also crucially important to youths, those with disabilities and people affected by disasters. Can you imagine the world without Lions? Or even just your own community? Our miracles of service enable countless people to live more productive and happier lives. Lions are the everyday heroes in our communities who selflessly fill in the gaps not filled by government or charities.

In this day and age, cluttered with information and advertisements, it’s more important than ever for Lions to take it upon themselves to publicize our efforts. Innumerable other groups are vying for attention. Our projects should give us a leg up. They touch people’s lives in a deep and lasting way. Let’s not fail to capitalize on our ties to the community and subtly remind people that Lions are one of the best features of their neighborhood.
 
It doesn’t take a lot of time to erect a sign or a plaque. But the sign or plaque could have a lifetime effect on the person who becomes curious about Lions and then decides to join. That person in turn can affect many, many people as a Lion. So please, as a sign of your dedication to Lions, sign up for duty as a promoter of all things Lions

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How do you define optimism?

A banker who irons five shirts on a Sunday.

 

 

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INTERNATIONAL SECOND VICE PRESENT ELECTION

CAMPAIGN UPDATE

Some good developments

 

*      Meetings and discussions with the International Officers and several Past International Presidents of Lions Clubs International have been extremely encouraging

 

*      Our endorsed candidate PID Ron Luxton will continue as a candidate for the next available non-American opportunity for the position of International Second Vice President.  This is likely to be 2011 in Seattle

 

*      The Campaign Committee is planning actively and enthusiastically for this next phase of the campaign.

 

*      The next meeting of the Campaign Committee will be held in Wellington on Friday 21 November in association with the next MD 202 Council meeting.

 

*      PID’s Ron Luxton and Tony Hanning will report to Council on Saturday 22 November, and have a briefing meeting with the Vice District Governors.

 

*      The continued support of Lions and their clubs is helpful and appreciated.

 

 

 

EMERGING LIONS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

 

Hosted by Multiple District 202 (New Zealand and Islands of the South Pacific) the above institute will be held in Dunedin 26 – 29 January 2009.Venue for the event will be Selwyn College in Dunedin and is open to Lions who have not yet held the position of Club President.

 

Full details are available from District Governors and on www.lionsclubs.org.nz  Search – Leadership Institute.

 

 

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On the credit crunch

 

 What's the difference between an investment banker and a   large pizza?

The pizza can still feed a family of four.

 

The credit crunch has helped me get back on my feet. The car’s been repossessed.

 

 A man went to his bank manager and said: 'I'd like to

  start a small business. How do I go about it?' 'Simple,'

  said the bank manager. 'Buy a big one and wait.'

 

 Everyone Says Money talks. Trouble is, mine knows only  one word: 'Goodbye.

 

 A director decided to award a prize of $50 for the best

  idea of saving the company money during the credit

  crunch. It was won by a young executive who suggested

  reducing the prize money to $10.

 

 

 

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25 percent of all married men kiss their wife goodbye when they leave the house.

 Of these, 90 percent will kiss their house goodbye when their

wife leaves.

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An extra sweet little earner

Lions Mints have come to be one of Lions' best-known fundraisers, and after 27 years, the minty little lifesavers are continuing to bring in the dollars to Lions clubs around the country

Gael Ansell, of Tauranga, was living in Khandallah in 1980 when he met Past International Director George Higgs, who was visiting the country with the International Board.

"I don't know why you don't get into the mints, they're so successful in Australia," George told Gael. So Gael took the idea to his Khandallah club.

"We put our neck on the line. It was quite a commitment, but we began promoting (the idea) to clubs in New Zealand."

On 1 February 1981, Khandallah Club delivered the first Lions mints. The club ran the mint operation until 2001
when the supplier in Australia (they are manufactured in Melbourne) set a minimum tonnage. At that stage Gael was living in Tauranga, and he decided to takeover and do the job himself.

"We import on behalf of Lions, into Tauranga, and distribute to clubs all over New Zealand."

Lions mints are the largest project outside the USA to use the fundraising seal - for which the manufacturer pays a royalty to Lions Clubs International. The license to distribute the mints is only for Australia and New Zealand.

"That says much about the size of the project," says Gael.

Yes, there is the odd problem, and has been along the way. People not putting money in the honesty box is one.

But off-setting that are stories like this: Gael had cause to attend his local medical center recently and noticed that they did not have Lions mints - so he took the opportunity to put a stand in. A month later, when he collected the first cash back, he discovered there was twice the amount in the box than there should have been!

The profits from Lions mints can be quite substantial. Selling a box per week, from 10 outlets, would bring in over $3000. One club has made $15,000 per annum over the past few years and that is through the efforts of just four members.

With around 145 clubs currently involved in the project, there is plenty of opportunity for more clubs to become involved. And the potential is there to make some healthy profits for your club. Please go to the website: http://www.lionsclubs.org.nz/mints

 

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Keep your eyes open guys for new locations for Lion Lew’s Mints Stands.

 

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Women’s Expo

On Saturday and Sunday (11 – 12 October) Lions had a stall at the Women’s Expo that was being held in the Edgar Stadium.  This stall was an opportunity when we could put our Lions Organisation out in front of the community and also we could pick up potential members.  There was a large crowd attending the Expo and many of these people wandered past the Lions Stall and expressed an interest.  We made a list of all these people who could become members and they will be rung shortly to be invited to attend an information night on 23 October at KVC.  Once names for joining are gathered we will decide whether to form a new club or have the recruits join the nearest club to where they live or work. 

 

Here a new recruit is “pleading” to join our organisation watched by Lions Ngaire Joyce (Palmerston East Otago), Ella Joyce (Port Chalmers and District) and David Bond.

David Bond

 

(Borrowed from the Dunedin South Bulletin – Thanks David)

 

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Minutes from recent meetings

 

LIONS CLUB OF GREEN ISLAND

TEA MEETING HELD AT COMMERCIAL TAVERN GREEN ISLAND

21 OCTOBER 2008  6.30 PM

 

WELCOME President Evan Smart welcomed members and guests to the meeting.

 

ATTENDANCE     Members, and the following guests: Richard Yardley and Brodie Carvalo (guest speakers) supported by his mother and other support staff, Colin Weatherall,  John and Julie Moyle , Athol and Mrs Kirk, Mike Bell, Kathy (DCC), Chris Wilson, Keith McFadgen and Pam Jemmit (Saddle Hill Community Board), Warren Taylor, Walton Brown, Past club members Gerald Rogers and Trevor Roberts.  

 

APOLOGIES      THAT the following apologies be accepted: PDG Terry Clarkson,  PDG David Bond, Dave Aitken, Peter Duthie, Lew Brooks, Richard Hanning, Murray Hastie, and Jonathon Usher (guest.)

 

Moved Mervyn Telfer   Seconded Les Wilson    Carried

 

MINUTES  THAT the minutes of the September tea meeting, as circulated, be taken as read and approved as a true and correct record.

 

Moved       Mervyn Telfer     Seconded   Bert Wolf   Carried

 

There were no matters arising.

 

INVOCATION     Mervyn Tikey

 

GUEST SPEAKERS       Richard Yardley and Brodie Carvalo were introduced by Lion Brian Ellis. Richard spoke of Brodie’s successful challenge to climb the 1029 steps of the Auckland Skytower building in full fireman’s kit. He thanked the Green Island Lions for their $500.00 that got the project started.  Chris May moved a vote of thanks.

 

CORRESPONDENCE   As there was no urgent inwards correspondence, this matter was held over for the next Board meeting.

 

Lion Graeme Hawkins, treasurer, reported that he had sent a cheque for $500.00 to the Otago Hospice with an accompanying letter. This donation resulted from the promotional day with the mobile kitchen.

 

 

FINANCIAL REPORT  Treasurer Graeme Hawkins tabled a copy of his report for the information of Club members. With the high number of guests present, detailed club business was kept to a minimum.

 

 

 

 

EXPRESSION OF CONDOLENCE TO TREVOR ROBERTS

President Evan expressed the condolences of the club to Trevor, and Vicki and family over the sudden death of  Paul (Paddy) Roberts. Trevor responded on behalf of himself and family. He thanked club members for their support, and for catering after the funeral service.

 

 

REPORTS PROJECTS

 

WOMEN’S EXPO          2ND VP  Mervyn Tikey, assisted by Chris May, reported on the success of the Women’s Expo, and suggested strong involvement by the club again next year.

 

CARAVAN/MOBILE UNIT

3rd VP John Cross explained that the meal tonight was the Club’s way of expressing thanks to those who have helped bring the project to fruition. President Evan endorsed these remarks and acknowledged others who have helped the club with various projects.

 

KITTYHAWK BOWLING TOURNAMENT  John Cross outlined plans for the Kittyhawk Bowling Tournament to be held on 2nd November, and the need for some club assistance on the day. Funds from the tournament will go to Camp Quality this year.

       

PHONE BOOKS  The Club had secured the contract at 90c per book. The delivery date will be Sunday 30th.November – the last Sunday of the month.

 

GENERAL BUSINESS

 

REQUEST FOR TRANSPORT HELP Bert and Betty Wolf need a ride to the hospital on 24th October.  John Young offered to assist.

 

FISHING TRIP   Those wishing to be included for the annual fishing trip 7th to 10th November,  please contact Mervyn Tikey.

 

RAFFLE In the absence of Lew Brookes, Graeme Hawkins conducted the raffle by improvising tickets of playing cards.

 

HEADS AND TAILS      Heads and Tails was won by Ian Rutherford.

 

Next Board Meeting  Tuesday 11 November 2008.

 

Next Tea Meeting      on 18 November will be the District Governor’s visit .

 

 

 

CLOSURE  President Evan thanked members and guests for their attendance and closed the meeting at 9.00pm.

 

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MINUTES OF BOARD MEETING HELD AT THE COMMERCIAL TAVERN

6.00 PM TUESDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2008

 

 

 

 

PRESENT         President Evan Smart, Graeme Hawkins, Mervyn Tikey, Mick Bates, Richard Hanning, John Cross, Ian Rutherford, Brian Cromarty, Les Wilson, Brian Ellis, Tony Hanning (Acting Minute Secretary.) Bob McLean attended part of the meeting.

 

APOLOGIES        Chris May, Murray Hastie and Terry Clarkson.

That the apologies be accepted.   Les Wilson/Mervyn Tikey.   Carried.

 

MINUTES     That the minutes of the September Board Meeting be taken as read.         Ian Rutherford/John Cross.   Carried

 

There were no matters arising.

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

OUTWARD

To Cheryl Elliot – Mosgiel District Lions Club – Cost summary of Fertilizer Drive with Invoice attached. (Treasurer)

 

THAT the Outward Correspondence be approved and the Inwards received and dealt with.                John Cross/Mick Bates  Carried

 

INWARD

 

  1. Rachel Mortimer (Funding Officer) of Otago Autism Support Group Trust seeking $220 to assist with meeting workshop for teachers cost. Consideration deferred until later date.

 

 

  1. Rosemary (Rose) Hill, Brighton, applying for $2,000 for her application to Outward Bound. Consideration deferred until later date.

 

  1. National Foundation for the Deaf – promotional material and request for donation.  No action taken.

 

  1. Bulletins from Lions Club of Milton and Lions Club of Taieri.

 

  1. Green Island Business Association Minutes of 27 August 2008 Meeting. Consider providing community noticeboard in car park.

 

  1. Taieri Dramatic Society – advertising two plays to be staged 19 – 23 November. Discount rates parties of 10 plus at $12.00 per head. Usual price $15.00 per head. Plays: Watching the Magpies,   Joined at the Hip. Promote at tea meeting.

 

  1. Stop Violence – promotional material linked to elections
  2. Star Community Newspaper:   Unsung Hero Award.                                                  Action:       Consider possible nominations and have ready for November Board meeting.

 

  1. An anonymous letter advising that stock was being stolen from our freezer, and the shop, at Speedway club building by an unauthorised keyholder.

 

Action:       The Board agreed to change the locks and authorised Brian Cromarty to make the necessary arrangements.

 

 

REPORTS

 

FINANCE        Treasurer Graeme Hawkins presented the financial report as follows:

 

Admin Acct $7128.34     Project Acct $156.23    Report with details and a schedule of payments was presented for approval.

 

That the Treasurers report be accepted and the accounts as presented be passed for payment Graeme Hawkins/Brian Cromarty.   Carried.

 

THAT the Lions Club of Green Island Projects account be closed and the funds transferred to the Club Trust account. Graeme Hawkins/John Cross  Carried.

 

THAT the funds in the investment account be reinvested at the latest rate when the present term expires. Graeme Hawkins/John Cross Carried

 

The matter of the application form for financial assistance was raised and discussed. President Evan proposed that the funding application form be taken off the website when circumstances make this possible.

 

THAT the annual club membership of the Lloyd Morgan Lions Clubs Charitable Trust be renewed.   Mervyn Tikey/Richard Hanning      Carried

 

CATERING COMMITTEE          Richard Hanning reported on a meeting with Beachlands.  They wish to take the fryer out and provide alternative equipment. 

Wastage is biggest cost therefore careful management of pre-cooked items is needed. Fish sandwiches and bacon sandwiches have been well received.

Could be harder season because of the economy.  Takings on the first night were only $61.00 but $21.00 on the next occasion. Bob advised that numbers could be down because Speedway entrance fee had increased to $15.00.

Otago Daily Times is preparing a promotional page for Island park Speedway and an approach has been made for our club to advertise as part of it. (10 x 2 B & W for $162.00) Agreed on understanding that we will be included in feature.    Brian Cromarty/Les Wilson        Carried