President Nathan welcomed everyone and obtained an update on members who have been unable to attend:
Genese Mullins has broken her hip and is at Flinders Medical; Wendy is recovering from a side strain and will be back next week; Alex is doing it tough with internal bleeding at Calvary Hospital; David Payne is managing with strong family support.
Guest Speaker: Mathew D'Onofrio - Encouragement of Young Entrepreneurs
Brenton Judge was the meeting Chair. He introduced Mathew as an award-winning and internationally renowned entrepreneur, based in Adelaide. He was a Young Australian of the Year finalist and in 2018 became the first and only South Australian to be listed in the Forbes 30 Under 30.
His first start-up at age 17 was Nightlife First Aid - a first aid service dedicated to creating safe partying environments amongst youth where drugs and alcohol are present by sending out first aiders to be on site in case medical emergencies occur. Since then he has gained extensive knowledge in business and entrepreneurship. He now uses this knowledge and experience to help other young people pursue success with their own endeavours.
Mathew explained that two of the most profound influences on his young life were the loss of a young aunt and uncle (killed by an overturning petrol tanker) and another uncle who had been a formidable volunteer with St John Ambulance.....this motivated him to join St John at an early age. After 5 years he became a trainer/instructor of cadets. Whilst attending a party he saw a girl under the influence fall over with her face in a puddle which would have drowned her without his intervention. Kids placing themselves at risk at parties happens repeatedly. Hence the formation of Nightlife First Aid. Since its formation 7 years ago, he and his team (comprising medical students, nurses and paramedics) have been present at 100 events totaling 30,000 people, and treated about 2000 sick and injured. They have saved many lives. When restrictions are lifted he believes their services will be demanded by pubs and clubs.
His mentoring skills and business acumen are in demand. In addition to board work he is practicing to be a stunt man.....minus loaded guns. He opened the meeting to broad ranging discussions with the aim of stimulating ideas on how Rotary could best assist young people to achieve. The collection of ideas included communication skills, assistance with employment, fish tank experiences, mentoring, training, leadership and enrichment. Mathew commented that the hardest task for him at age 17 was to be taken seriously by adults. Bottom line to succeed as an entrepreneur.....passion, purpose and perseverance. It is not all about hard cash - he has been designated a social entrepreneur.
Mathew (on the left) was thanked by acclamation.
SPOTS
Chris Davis thanked all for their POOTY support. He had received letters from DGe Paul Thomas and our awardee Mick Klose expressing their appreciation.
Patsy Beckett suggested that we dress up for the car trial next Sunday.....along the lines of The Great Race.
Brenton Judge thanked BBQ team members who worked at The Orphanage last Sunday in aid of Downs Syndrome.
Valerie Bonython was rapt in what had been achieved at Calperum with the renovations and refurbishment (through the efforts of Casburns, Becketts and herself and Graham)....perfect for the next round of visitors. Fun was had at the Rose Festival and Renmark Rotary Club meeting.
ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARD - 18 to 30 years eligible to attend.
Helen Marshallwho is a member of the District Youth Leadership Committee was called upon to explain the nuts and bolts of running RYLA in September 2022 (which Unley has been invited to do).
Helen a recent addition to the Committee explained that both her children had benefitted from attending RYLA and her daughter was now into volunteering with the program. It is expected that the intake for September next year will be 28 to35. The Host Club is required to provide:
Project Manager, responsible for the smooth management of the event, 7 days residential, selection of speakers, catering, the program, staffing and problem solving+++ (Shades of Superwoman)
Registrar (but this may now be drawn from the Committee to improve continuity)
Camp Parent (s) residential for a week..
Supply support and delivery of sponsorship.
RYLA is an exceptional program aiding youth advancement and is a key component of Rotary's future.
Helen was applauded for her address.
Finale ....
Fittingly, the editor who expertly dispensed the tickets, also won the filthy lucre....brilliant management.
Nathan declared that its now time for members to expose their backgrounds through Behind The Badge, commencing with Secretary Gregor McLeod next week.
A visit to the Botanic Gardens is planned for 16 November.
The meeting closed before the witching hour.
NEW GENERATION
A very happy New Generation occasion at Rhonda's house last Friday night. In order from the left - Kym, Trevor, Chris, Judy, Jason, Sophia, Latifa, Rhonda, Mo'onga and Abdullah (Our sponsored youth program participants are in bold for those with waning eyesight)
Upcoming Rotary events:
D9510 Rotary Learning Seminar
Rotary Learning Seminar Library - Charles Campbell College 3 Campbell Road. Newton 27 - 28 November 2021 Cost $90
For bookings go to D9510 web page
Jenny Neale's Special Project .....for those not attending Bond
ROTARY NEWS
Supporting education for girls in Bangladesh
By Abdullah Al Fahad, immediate past president, Rotaract Club of Dhaka Orchid, Bangladesh
Esara is a seven-year-old girl who lives in the Habiganj district of Bangladesh with her mother. She lost her father three years ago when he was killed in a traffic accident. They live on the income of her mother, who barely makes enough to put food on the table.
Esara and school supplies provided by the Rotaract Club of Dhaka Orchid
After the death of her father, Esara couldn’t attend school because they had no money for school fees, supplies, transportation, etc. She became so upset after leaving school that she lost all interest in learning. That’s when her situation caught the attention of our Rotaract Club of Dhaka Orchid.
Club members assured her mother that they would pay for the expenses of allowing Esara to return to school. When she heard the news, Esara jumped for joy and a beautiful smile unfolded across her face. Her mother was so happy she thanked the club over and over for giving her daughter this opportunity.
We all know how critical reading and writing are for success in life. Basic Education and Literacy is one of Rotary’s areas of focus. Enhancing literacy reduces poverty, improves health, encourages economic and community development, and promotes peace.
An educated person is more likely to develop better moral and ethical values as compared to an uneducated person. Lack of education creates problems including superstition, domestic violence, poor health, and poor living standards. Education is an integral part of human society. And gender equality in education contributes to a better, more just society. Rotary’s goal is to strengthen the capacity of communities to support basic education and literacy, reduce gender disparity in education, and increase adult literacy.
Please join us in advancing these essential causes by supporting The Rotary Foundation and reading more about how Rotary supports education.
Coffee Chat at Impressa, Unley Shopping Centre
10.30 am on the first Friday of the month is good for a chat with Rotary friends and a caffeine fix! Next one is Friday 5 November.
Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday 2 November 2021 6 for 6.30pm Damien on Fisher
Guest Speaker: Tony Ashdown The Wyatt Foundation and Dr Wyatt
Set-up and Welcome.......Christina Way and Stephen Baker
Tuesday 9 November 2021 6 for 6.30pm Damien on Fisher
Early: David Middleton & Nathan White | Late: Pam Trimmer & Vera Holt
Week 4: 27 November 2021
Early: Stephen Baker & Judi Corcoran | Late: Jason Booth & Rhonda Hoare
Week 5: 30 October 2021
Early: Bob Mullins & Wendy Andrews | Late: Chris Davis (Jerry Casburn) & Paul Duke (Reno Elms)
Rotarians, who are unable to attend as rostered, please arrange a swap or as a very last resort contact: Pam Trimmer (T) 8293 2612; (M) 0415 238 333; e-mail: pamela.trimmer@bigpond.com
Mitre 10 and Bunnings Barbeques
The Mitre 10 BBQs are the first and third Saturdays of each month. Morning shift 8.30am - 12 noon; afternoon shift 12.00 - 3.30pm, then clean-up.....next is Saturday 6 November
ALL the Bunnings Mile End Barbeque shifts are from 8am to 5pm
His mentoring skills and business acumen are in demand. In addition to board work he is practicing to be a stunt man.....minus loaded guns. He opened the meeting to broad ranging discussions with the aim of stimulating ideas on how Rotary could best assist young people to achieve. The collection of ideas included communication skills, assistance with employment, fish tank experiences, mentoring, training, leadership and enrichment. Mathew commented that the hardest task for him at age 17 was to be taken seriously by adults. Bottom line to succeed as an entrepreneur.....passion, purpose and perseverance. It is not all about hard cash - he has been designated a social entrepreneur. 
Patsy Beckett suggested that we dress up for the car trial next Sunday.....along the lines of The Great Race.
Rotary Learning Seminar
Esara is a seven-year-old girl who lives in the Habiganj district of Bangladesh with her mother. She lost her father three years ago when he was killed in a traffic accident. They live on the income of her mother, who barely makes enough to put food on the table.
