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Southbank Speaks Out
A program of challenging guest speakers
Hosted by the
Rotary Club of Southbank
Our guest speaker program includes some world class outstanding thinkers, academics, researchers and innovators. People who have done things a bit differently, have “thought outside the square”, and people whose business is thinking.
Food for the Mind!
Forthcoming speakers:
29 January 2008
Inspector Steve Soden - Victoria Police, with a presentation or ‘Snap Shot’ of Victoria’s Youth and some of the ‘big ticket’ items coming over the horizon which will present challenges for Victoria Police in the next five years. Also some of the Change Management that has occurred within the organisation to better place Victoria Police to face these challenges.
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The Past Speaker Program in retrospect
Richard Clark PHF was Charter President of the Rotary Club of Southbank - 3 June 1999.
United Kingdom, South Africa, Australia ... three very different and diverse countries, three different cultures and eras. London Durban, Melbourne...three major cities.
"A Tale of Three Cities" ... a Personal Perspective.
Click here for more informationProfessor Stephen Clarke from Swinburne University left nothing to chance when he explained in a most entertaining way, how to win the Football Tipping competition or beat the house at Crown using the power of statistics.
Click here for more informationDon Cox is a Member of Rotary Club of Broadmeadows, District Governor 2000/2001, District 9790. Don has a great interest in the Rotary Foundation investment policy.
Don and his wife Joan greatly enjoy the internationality of Rotary and have attended 13 Rotary International Conventions. Don has been a workshop facilitator and presenter at three World Conventions.
Click here for more detailRalph Coyne got to know East Timor in a remarkable way. In 1942 he was at a parade of 500 men when there was a call for signallers to join a special force to be dropped into enemy-held territory. He joined Sparrow Force and has had a unique relationship with East Timor for over 63 years as a result. Click here for more information
Mark Dymiotis will explained why a Traditiona Greek Mediterranean diet is good for you, and how easy it is to modify your dietary habits on an everyday basis. Mark is an expert on olive oil, wood-fired ovens & breadmaking, and all things Mediterranean- especially food.
Click here for more informationA Vocational Visit to Golden Messenger. Club Member Graham Schorer welcomed members to Golden Messenger and demonstrated the very latest in computer aided dispatch systems. An ideal opportunity to see a modern courier company from the inside.
Click here for more informationSherene Hassan spoke on the most topical of subjects and gave us her experiences about growing up in Australia as a young Muslim woman. Can you be a Muslim and a feminist? The answer is YES!
Sherene was a dynamic speaker and dispelled some of the Australian cultural myths about Islam. It was a very moving talk
Click here for more informationJonathan Kolieb is a Rotary World Peace Fellow (’06) and graduate of Melbourne Uni and UC Berkeley, now working in international affairs for public policy think-tank in Washington DC.
Click here for more detailBill Lang and Shane O'Connor from the Commonwealth and State Electoral Offices explaied and de-mystified our electoral system with particular reference to the NEW voting system being introduced in Victoria in 2006. Essential information for any socially aware Rotarian!. Click here for more information
Howard Langmead is an Anglican priest who doubles as a stand up comic. A cleric who believes that the 11th commandment is 'Thou shalt laugh'. Howard has been both an Angel in real life, and the Vicar of Anakie! Click here for more information
Sarah Leggett is a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar with a commitment to assisting those in need. Sarah's work as a volunteer in Croatia and Bosnia was a life-changing experience, and now she is studying in Australia to help her passion develop into a life-long career. Click here for more information
Paul Mathewson from Big Brother Big Sister spoke about Victoria's oldest mentoring program. Big Brothers Big Sisters is a preventative program which provides young people aged 7 to 17 years with a caring adult mentor in their lives, someone to confide in and look up to. BBBS also manages the Government's Mentor Marketplace initiative.
Click here for more informationKen Maxfield - dedicated Rotarian and champion of Rotary Camp Getaway - a special place for Special People. Ken told us how he worked with many other Rotary Clubs to realise his dream for this wonderful facility. Click here for more information
Duncan McLean - Young Australian of the Year - Victoria. Through determination and sheer hard work, Duncan has developed a successful business in an extremely competitive market while maintaining his strong passion for helping others.
Click here for more detailPat Mills gave a personal insight into the the Red Cross LifeGift Organ Donation program. Are YOU on the Organ Donation Register? Pat explained why this a very commendable thing to do.
Click here for more informationNick Nickolas- The Magic of Living - Don't be tricked by the title of this talk! Nick, an International Award Winner, conjured up memories of his life as an international performer. This was truly a magical introduction to the new Rotary year.
Click here for more informationKerry Osborne - CityWide.
Judith Slocombe was named the 2001 Telstra Australian Business Woman of the Year and was awarded the 2003 Centenary Medal for service to Australian society in business leadership. Judith has nine children and juggles family life with a busy boardroom career. Click here for more information
Mary Smothers - spoke aboutn her experiences in Baghdad, Iraq from May 03-May 04 with the Alabama National Guard. Her company worked with Iraqi police there in the police stations for the first six months, then opened the Baghdad Police Academy where they taught new police officers for their last six months.
Click here for more informationDave West from the new "Power to Change" program explained how we can all do something positive to help reverse the effects of climate change.
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The 2004/5 Speaker Program in retrospect
Kevin Bailey, the Honorary Consul General for East Timor, well known to ABC listeners for his financial advice, and Executive Chairman of the Money Managers, gave a really inspiring presentation on how our investment in "leadership" will produce outstanding results.
Click here for more information.Dr Maurice Balson who challenged and totally entertained us - a psychologist, who was Professor at Monash University for 27 years. Dr Balson is a world renowned psychologist whose ideas are frequently applied to parenting, teaching and managing people. Click here for more information.
Big Issue Vendor Joe was joined by Big Issue editor Martin Hughes to tell us all about The Big Issue. Who is behind it...what's it for...is it successful...and most importantly....who actually sells it? Click here for more information.
Dr Peter Binks, CEO, Nanotechnology Victoria Ltd, helped demystify this amazing this new science. Peter presented an overview of nanotechnology, discussed its issues and implications, told us about some of the possibilities for nanotechnology, discussed some of the social and moral issues, and gave his views on what this means for Australia. Click here for more information.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION FOR ROTARY - 100 YEARS!!
This was anything BUT a normal meeting night! The Centenary Dinner at Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre was a Black Tie affair to remember for the next 100 years. Click here for more information.BIRTHDAY NIGHT AT SOUTHANK - We experienced our own unique way of celebrating Rotary's 100th Birthday, and another very special person's birthday too! CLICK HERE FOR SOME FUN.....
Click here for more information.Anne Broadribb, Manager of The Island School, told us how The Island's 'back to the future' hands-on vocational programs are providing excellent opportunities for young people who can't seem to 'cut-it' in mainstream education. In particular Anne informed us about VCAL and its significance to students and employers.
Click here for more information.Peter Brocklehurst - Australian Tenor extraordinaire. We uplifted by Peter's talk. All were touched by the story of his tortured upbringing, and his transformation from rock singing boot repairer to world class opera singer. Click here for more information.
Business Breakfast for the Xanana Vocational Education Trust on July 12 - an update. A planning meeting to ensure all club members are up-to-date on progress and can have input into the planning process, and volunteer their services to help.
Click here for more information.Professor Ray Cas from Monash University and a Volcanologist brought us up-to-date on volcanoes: "Supervolcanoes - a hazard greater than tsunamis" - and other earth shattering news. A very topical subject. Ray was able to clearly and concisely explain the mysteries of super volcanoes and the enormous and unstoppable power of them. The recent series on ABC television was applauded by Ray as being essentially a scientifically correct analysis of the potential danger at Yellowstone in the USA. It was a talk that was totally topical!
Click here for more information.Bill Christophersen - Strathewen Hill Winery. Bill is a wine maker of outstanding ability, and has a wine personality to go with it. Bill gave us a taste of his superb Tribal Elder Shiraz, and an insight of how he and his wife Joan came to be involved in the exciting world of being a wine judge and an Award Winning wine exporter. Click here for more information.
Lizzie Corke amazed us with her enthusiasm and her achievements. Lizzie is in her early 20’s and together with her partner Shane Neal, has created the unique Cape Otway Centre for Conservation Ecology. It’s a business most would be proud to have built by the end of their careers! Lizzie spoke to us about how she went about “Realising the Dream”.
Click here for more information.Jane Crouch from Intrepid Travel intrigued us with the travel possibilities in the world's newest country. Jane told us how we can really make a difference in East Timor simply by having a fantastic holiday there and having a great time! Click here for more information.
Barry Douglas - Rotarian extraordinaire. Barry warmed our hearts and encouraged us by letting us know just how fabulous Rotary is as a support organisation for its members. THREE Rotary Clubs demonstrated their support for Barry by attending "en-masse" and giving him a standing ovation. Read more in our Bulletin Report and have your heart warmed too! Click here for more information.
Outstanding and nationally acclaimed speaker, Dr. Don Edgar certainly commanded our attention with his talk on "Business partnerships and community networks". The phenomenon adult children who don't seem to want to leave home also got a mention...and many heads in the audience nodded in agreement! A terrific talk.
Click here for more information.Ray Elliott shared his views on ethics, leadership and business in relation to decision-making about personal gain and corporate profit in a social context. Rotary's second object is to encourage and foster "High ethical standards in business and professions..." When we think of ethics and business together, Ray examined whether it is dismal self-interested pragmatism or utopian idealism we are thinking of. Ray is a distinguished psychologist and ethical crusader.
Click here for more information.Florence on the Yarra ..a night with a difference. The floating restaurant "Florence" was our venue for a fantastic trip through Docklands to Williamstown and back and with great entertainment from Michael Glinksi for fun. A fabulous fun night. Click here for more information.
Robert Lewis Galinsky, noted screenwriter and comedy kink delighted us with tales from his past "Flatliners", and commented on the present and future or the Australian film industry. Keep an eye out for "There's something about Jesus". If you enjoy a good laugh...you won't miss this one. Click here for more information.
Hanan Gamali - ABC Manager of Human Resources (Vic & ACT. Hanan was a vocational committee nomination as a speaker of interest to all members when thinking of balancing their work and home lives. Click here for more information. and click here for meeting notes about her talk.
Darren Gladman from Environment Victoria tapped our environmental conscience when he shocked us with statistics which showed just how bad we are! Victoria seems to be the worst offender in the world! Click here for more information.
Peter Greenwood - President of committee of management of Port Melbourne Uniting Church Kindergarten - gave an update on their future plans for the kindergarten and special school where the Rotary Club of Southbank have helped out on many occasions in the past
Leigh Harry, CEO, Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre, together with Barbara Adams. Leigh explained why MECC is a World Winner for Melbourne, and he and Barbara gave a sneak preview of the plans to ensure it stays that way. Naturally, as befitted the subject and speakers, this night was be held at ....the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre. Click here for more information.
Dr Alex Hyatt from the CSIRO, a world leader in Emerging Infectious Diseases and electron microscopy, infected us with his insights into this important area of research. You have probably heard of equine morbillivirus, but what about toxoplasmosis? And what do they have to do with cane toads? Who is winning the war between the 'bugs' and ourselves.
Click here for more information.International Fellowship Night at AKA one of Melbourne's top Japanese Restaurants. Click here for more information.
The Island School. A visit to the Island School gave us all an opportunity to sample the culinary delights of the cordon bleue chefs of the future being trained at The Island. It was exciting to see The Island's woodworking area (beautiful furniture creations), automotive (first class service but super economic, car servicing and panel beating) and metal fabrication sections (fabulous braziers for your patio). Plus gardening and handyman opportunities for students under supervision to do first rate work for YOU.! The Island Director Ann Broadribb inspired us all with her passion for the innovative and progressive ideas they are implementing. Click here for more information.
Graeme Kent, CEO Duke of Edinburgh's Award. Graeme has worked with young people for the past 35 years. We experienced his strong belief that young people can use their abilities to make a positive contribution to the future. Click here for more information.
Professor John Langford - Director, Melbourne Water Resources Centre, Melbourne University, and one of the world’s leading water resources specialists. Professor Langford really got us thinking when he discussed “Water Resources – how worried should we be?”. Click here for more information.
METAC(Melbourne East Timorese Activities Centre) was a great place to be welcomed and entertained by Melbourne's East Timorese community when we visited them in Richmond for our Rotary meeting combined with one of their monthly social nights. We shared in a night of good Timorese food, great music, belly dancing, a fashion parade, and fantastic Timorese company. Click here for more information.
Police? A visit to the Victorian Police communications and operations centre. Inspector Gadget (aka Inspector Michael Glinski) arranged an immensely interesting evening for us.
Click here for more information.Sally Quinn from Green Collect opened our eyes about ways many small businesses can really make an environmental impact.
Click here for more information.Neville Rosengren has made his lifetime's study the geology of Victoria's rivers and coastline. He discussed the historical environmental impacts on Port Philip Bay and immediate coastline, and what the future has in store. Another highly topical subject. Click here for more information
Rotary Southbank members were amused and maybe even confronted when our SPECIAL SURPRISE GUEST SPEAKERS scheduled for this night turned out to be themselves. The speakers' identity were classified "top secret". Click here for more information.
Donald Speagle is Director, Office of the Vice-Chancellor (Chief of Staff to the Vice-Chancellor) at the University of Melbourne. He discussed the new "Melbourne Model" for higher education. Click here for more information
Dr Marl Stein and Karen Harris told us about Altzheimers Disease and some new research.
Click here for more informationDr Dick Telford – AIS Track & Field coach, prominent sports medical researcher and Director Bluearth Institute. Dr Telford shook us out of our unfitness lethargy when he spoke on “Sedentary Death Syndrome”. Remember that its much better to be fit and fat than thin and unfit! The big secret is the FIT bit.. Click here for more information.
Grant Thomas from CARE Australia shared his recent experiences in Rwanda, and how CARE programs are making a difference.
Click here for more information.Tory Trewhitt is a personal trainer who is extremely passionate about helping people, both physically and professionally become better people and challenge their personal limits through exercise.
Click here for more detailChris Wootton is the CEO of WaterAid Australia. WaterAid and its partners use practical solutions to provide safe water, effective sanitation and hygiene education to the world’s poorest people. They also seek to influence policy at national and international levels. Click here for more information
Rids Van Der Zee provided a Magical Night with together with RC of Brighton Beach. This was a joint meeting of the two clubs. Experience Rids' "magic" presentation, and his Magic tricks. A truly wonderful night!
Click here for more informationDr.David Wright-Neville is an international authority on "intelligence analysis" and terrorism related issues. David discussed the topic "Australia...a terrorist target". A highly topical talk.
Click here for more informationBeth Zack - Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar. Beth has a B.A., Psychology and is currently studying at University of Melbourne. Beth told us about the Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship program and how it is helping her to research "Infant Motor Development".
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