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SPEAKERS BANK - LEISURE / LIFESTYLE

LEISURE / LIFESTYLE Deposits include:

Disabled Diver's Association Founder, Mike Letch

Former Australian International Speedway rider, Pioneer wheelchair pilot in Australia, Australian International Wheelchair Marathon racer, Professional scuba diver, community leader Churchill Fellow Shine On” Award Winner....
Mike has a remarkable story to tell of his life after becoming a paraplegic some 30 years ago. He has many achievements to his name and is a strong advocate for people with disabilities, in helping them see that life can be full after a life

changing event. Contact: Mike Letch Telephone: 0407 353 696

NGV , Noela Foote - Manager, Members

Two Magnificent Galleries, One Fantastic Membership!
The National Gallery Victoria is a gallery for all Victorians. The NGV now has the Australian Gallery at Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square, and NGV International at 180 St. Kilda Road.
The permanent collection at each Gallery is open to all Victorians and entry is free, but when there is a major exhibition visitors are asked to pay. Members of the NGV receive many benefits including 'After Hours viewings', Previews, and 'Free Viewings'.
There are also many many programs for the public to attend which open up a whole new world of art appreciation
Contact: Noela Foote, Telephone: 8620 2230

Goldie Alexander - Author

Goldie Alexander is an Australian author who writes for both adults and children.
"These days she works full time as a writer, teaches creative writing and lectures and takes workshops in Universities, TAFE colleges, clubs and schools.She has been a co-winner in the 2000 and 2001 Mary Grant Bruce Award for two long short stories, and is known for her historical and mystery novels, plus her books and short stories".
Goldie has many topics she can speak on - including top tips on writing (for business, pleasure and genealogy reasons)
Contact: www.goldiealexander.com

A Greek And Mediterranean Diet - Mark Dymiotis

Mark Dymiotis speaks on why a 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.
Contact: Mark Dymiotis 9598 5632 or Click to email Mark.

Three topics "Scottish Highland Emigration", "The Romance of Sheep and Wool" and..."You are Special"

Dr James Donaldson has three topics for you to choose from....

Scottish Highland Emigration to Australia (based on his book, "Farewell to the Heather"). This is the story of 5000 Scottish highland emigrants who came to Australia between 1838 and 1840. the background to Scotland 1746-1830, kelping, crofting, decline of the clans, demise of Gaelic language, temporary emigration to the lowlands etc. and the settlement of the emigrants 1840 -1860 in Australia. It can also take on a genealogy focus or a social history focus.
The Romance of Sheep and Wool in the Nineteenth Century in Australia (with a short film, blades, machines and wool).
"You are Special" ... A sort of non - religious inspirational talk about making the most of yourself'.

Contact James by email

Hazel Edwards - Antarctic Writer On Ice!

Hear from well known author Hazel and find out about the Antarctic.
Hazel also speaks on: "How to Write A Non-Boring Family History".
"My favourite memories include stately icebergs, breaking through the ice-edge into Antarctic proper, the graceful pod of plunging whales and Wagner's Ride of the Valkyries played from the Aurora Australis as the icebreaker cut a path ahead of us amidst surreal icebergs. Antarctica is a literary haven, but after 18 days beset perhaps writer-on-ice could be renamed writer-in-ice!"Contact: www.hazeledwards.com Contact: Telephone: 03 9808 7803

Lynne Wilton, The Road Less Travelled, The Arts

Dynamic art gallery owner specialising in Australian Contemporary Art, Lynne Wilton has an executive recruitment background who grew her business before selling it to an international company. She ‘retired’ in her early 30's, for a couple of years, before starting her art gallery in Armadale.
Lynne's gallery manages 33 artists and has an exhibition and show every three weeks. Turning over approximately $1,000,000 with four staff, the gallery has established itself as a going concern exhibiting both emerging and established artists.
Lynne has exhibited in Australia, Rome and New York.
Contact: Lynne Wilton Mobile: 0418 157 222

Entertaining Speaker, The CW Games Official And The Kenyan Team

One of the RC Brighton members, Brendan Kierce, was an official at the Commonwealth Games and assisted the Kenyan Team. His talk to our Brighton Rotarians was very entertaining and informative, and made it a great night. We can thoroughly recommend him as a Speaker. He also has a very good set of slides.You can contact Brendan on mob 0407 003 180.
**Note: Brendan is able to travel to Rotary Clubs within a 10 km radius of the CBD**
Suggested by ADG Ivan Vojlay, RC Brighton, A/G Burke

Don't Leave It To Chance, Professor Stephen Clarke

Professor of Statistics at Swinburne University, publisher of over 100 research papers in mathematical modelling in sport and gambling, winner of the 1980 British Operational Research Society President’s medal for his paper on scoring rate strategies in One-Day Cricket. Professor Clarke regularly lectures to students as well as leading teams of research students, is associated with Champion data, (official collector and provide of AFL statistics), and Sportsbet 21, (provider of real time odds for betting on Cricket and Tennis). He regularly appears in The Herald Sun, The Age, The Australian Financial Review, Today Tonight, ABC and SEN radio stations '.
Contact: Prof. Stephen Clarke: Mobile: 0416 174 824

North & South Poles

Peter Bland is the first Australian to have adventured to both the North and South Magnetic Poles.
Mobile: 0417 330 517
Website: www.polargroup.net
‘Peter is happy to talk to Rotary clubs for free but asks that there is a minimum audience of 100'

Steven Bourbon Author of Olympic Sprit & the Inner Sanctum

All about interviews with Mick Malthouse, Allan Jeans, David Parkin, the late Teddy Whitten and many others plus interviews with the great John Landy & Herb Elliott, Betty Cuthbert & many other great stories.
Steve is a wonderful presenter.
Contact: Steve Bourbon Mobile 0402 423 126

Ex-Jockey and Current Saddle Maker For Jockeys

Brian used to be a jockey, and has many interesting and amusing experiences he can relate, about the racing industry.
Currently he is making jockey saddles that are exported around the world.
Contact: Brian 9318 6230

GRACE Expedition

Kate is the first woman in history to cycle the complete Canning Stock Route, as part of the 2004 - 05 Great Australian Cycle Expedition (GRACE). The nine and a half month, 25,000 klm ride is double the length of her previous Trans-Siberian Cycle Expedition and further than many people’s ‘around the world’ journeys. The route included over 7000km of off road cycling.
Contact: Kate 0429 772 222

The Tivoli Robin Collins

Tivoli dancer, Borovansky Ballet dancer, performer on Channels 7 and 9 and married for many years to the late Bill Collins (race caller and entertainer).
The RC Hawthorn newsletter, The Hawker stated: 'Robyn is a speaker you could listen to for hours'.
Contact Robin Collins 9525 6567