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 ANZAC Day Desecration in Ellenbrook on 25th April 2013
ANZAC Day celebrations in Ellenbrook have been marred this year by senseless acts of vandalism at the Memorial Amphitheatre.
A neighbour, who asked not to be identified, saw a group of youths throwing commemorative wreaths into Woodlake, off High Point Boulevard, late on Anzac Day.
The next morning, more than a dozen wreaths " many damaged beyond repair " were recovered floating on the lake.
The area around the amphitheatre also was littered with beer bottles and the remains of small fires lit using torn wreath remembrance cards.
It was the second major act of vandalism at the amphitheatre in a month.
Two weeks ago, two flagpoles were snapped off at their bases and thrown into the lake. They had to be replaced in time for Anzac Day at a cost of $2000.
Two amphitheatre power points, checked only days earlier, were found to be damaged beyond repair at the dawn service.
Ellenbrook RSL memorial committee chairman Alan Rodgers said the vandalism was a desecration of the Anzac tradition and memory of the fallen soldiers.
"The wreaths cost up to $80 each and were generously donated by local community groups, they are not supposed to be taken away for weeks," he said.
"I dont think these criminals can claim ignorance. It was senseless stupidity."
The incidents come as Anzac Day organisers praised young people for showing up in force at the Ellenbrook dawn service.
A significant number of young people paid their respects to past and present members of Australias defence forces who have served in war.
Ellenbrook police Senior Sergeant John Waghorn said officers would increase patrols in the area before future events.
"Anybody found desecrating or damaging the Anzac memorial will be dealt with by the full force of the law," he said. "This behaviour simply will not be tolerated."
City of Swan Ellenbrook ward councillor Patty Williams said the council had recently launched a draft community safety plan and had invited residents to make suggestions to help cut down local crime and vandalism.
She said there was no blanket solution, and a number of measures, including the installation of more closed-circuit television cameras and increased lighting, might act as a better deterrent.
(Pictured are Alan Rodgers, Ellenbrook RSL Memorial Committee Chairman, City of Swan Ellenbrook Ward Councillor Patty Williams and Ron Freestone, President of the Ellenbrook Lions Club).
A Message from Ellenbrook Lions
A message to the (low life) individuals who removed, and we assume most likely destroyed, two of our (new) Ellenbrook Lions Swap Meet directional signs in Woodlake Blvd, last night, Saturday, 13th April.
Thank you for your total disrespect of the huge number of hours our volunteer Ellenbrook Lions members give to and for the benefit of your community, not forgetting the financial loss involved.
Your actions indicate that you do not deserve to enjoy the privileges of living in this great community, called, Ellenbrook
Perhaps you, and maybe even your parents, should get a real life and cease your destructive and anti social behavior to everyone who lives in Woodlake Village, and Ellenbrook as a whole, and think about doing some good for a change instead of your misguided actions.
Get a life,
and for once show respect to other peoples property and think for a change on how the actions of your vandalism affects the community!
 Thank You Pearse
Thank you, Pearse, for sharing your desire and dedication. with our Club. to achieve your goal to become an international soccer player.
You made a lasting impression on our Lions members and we were particularly pleased to have you come along to share your dreams and aspirations with us in the world of sport.
Having heard the above from you gave us great satisfaction in having become a sponsor of your trip to Canberra last year.
More importantly though is the fact that you demonstrated that you have the will to succeed in whatever field you embark on.
And, you will, we are sure!
 Hey Danni - Welcome Home! from Ellenbrook Lions
You truly entertained our Club the other night, 7th March 2013, with the wonderful & comical experiences you related..
We, Ellenbrook Lions, are very proud to have had the opportunity to sponsor you to represent Lions in Western Australia in Denver, Colorado by being part of the Lions Youth Exchange program.
And, during the 5-6 weeks you were being hosted by two great Lions families in the USA, we know that you were a great ambassador for Australia and Lions.
It seems from the photo on the left, with your Dad, as you were about to go to the airport on your adventure, you were a bit apprehensive, but have a look at yourselve, now!
More details: /files/ellenbrook.wa/danni after.pdf
 Ellenbrook Lions Farewell Two Lions Visitors - 7 March 2013
During the past five months, we have been privileged to once again be visited by Lions Judy & Dave from the Polkington Lions Club located in Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
In appreciation of their voluntary contribution to numerous fund raising and other events we held during their stay, Ellenbrook Lions held a special dinner meeting and presentation for them.
Au revoir, Judy & Dave, and have a safe trip home.
We hope to see you once again in a year or two!
Click below for more info
More details: http://ellenbrook.wa.lions.org.au/files/ellenbrook.wa/a%20selection%20of%20photos%20from%20ellenbrook%20lions%20farewell%20dinner%20for%20judy%20culley.pdf
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 Round 8 Results of the Lions Save-Sight Football Tipping Competition
Hello Tipsters
With Brisbane causing an upset win against the Bombers no one managed a perfect score. Mr Consistency in Stan Sherry leads the way outright now on 55 with 7 tippers one point back on 54.
Good luck for Round 9.
Kind regards
Ray Zinner
Co-Ordinator
Lions Save Sight Football Tipping Competition
More details: /files/201w1/ladder round 8.pdf
 Our New Leader on a Stamp - Order Before 9th July 2013
The Lions International Stamp Club in conjunction with Australia Post will issue a special Personalised Stamp on 9 July featuring our incoming International President, Barry Palmer. AM.
A spokesman for the Stamp Club, secretary Ross Paine said these stamps will be a wonderful memento of a very proud event in the history of Lionism in Australia and every Lion is encouraged to purchase one of the items being prepared.
The stamps will be available in sheetlets of 20 x 60c and will cost $25 per sheetlet. The stamps (pictured) can be used on regular mail.
Also available will be a First Day of Issue cover bearing 1 stamp and costing $3.
Any profits from the sale of these items will go to the Follow Your Dream Foundation which has been established by Lion Barry.
Be quick though, order yours now!
Click below for more info and an order form
More details: /files/201w1/barry palmeram stamp & envelope order sheet.pdf
 Two More Hands CampaignClick below to view a television advertisement promoting the above campaign!
"Two More Hands" will make a difference!
More details: http://lionsclubs.org.au/news-media/audio-video/
 Black Dog Riders May 2013 Newsletter
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More details: http://mailbuild.millstream.com.au/t/ViewEmail/r/6DF4ADE56FF2DD412540EF23F30FEDED/51DF2774E8B2C554C67FD2F38AC4859C
 Lions Youth Exchange 2013 Applications Close 30th June
If you are you young at heart then click below for more info
More details: /files/201w1/2013 md youth exchange - outbound flyer may 2013.pdf
 District Governor 201w1s May 2013 NewsletterClick below to view
More details: /files/201w1/w dn may 2013 hires col x 6.pdf
 Association for the Blind Western Australia - Childrens Braille & Talking Book Library Project
For children, 80% of what they learn about the world around them is through vision.
Please support this project to "HelpThem, Learn, Play and Explore!"
More details: /files/201w1/guide dog wa.pdf
 Can $70,000 & 7 Ideas Improve Regional AustraliaYoung Regional Australians have told it like it is and you bet we can!
The $70 000 grants program has been launched, with the support of the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, and is now open for community organisations to adopt one of the ideas from the Heywire Regional Youth Summit.
The inspiring 7 ideas, developed by 32 young regional and rural Australians, tackle everything from youth mental health to regional development, from young people in the media to body image.
There is an opportunity for Lions Club Australia to adopt or endorse one of the ideas, such as, Cutting the Red Tape, which encourages young Australians to make their lives in rural areas by being active in their community.
It revolves around the idea of having a community funding pool that local businesses, organisations and individuals can contribute to.
Young people will be given the opportunity to pitch their ideas to a panel who will select projects to fund that will be of most benefit to the community.
Check out the link below to find out why!
More details: http://www.abc.net.au/heywire/stories/2013/03/3708056.htm
 iVan Donation Helps Family
For the past 15 months, the Yanchep Two Rocks Lions Club (YTRLC) has been fund raising to help a young Butler family.
Last week, 2nd May 2013, parents, Pawel and Alina Chmura and six year old Christian were officially handed the keys to the specially fitted out Hyundai iVan.
This project commenced in January 2012, when a request was logged on this website and forwarded to Sue Lowe, from YTRLC, the Zone Chairperson at the time.
Sue said: "The project has taken some time to come about and could not have happened without the donations from WA Charities Direct ($20,000); Independent Living Centre ($10,000); Australian Lions Foundation ($7,887); Lions Club of Yanchep Two Rocks ($5,387); Lions Club of Ocean Reef ($1,000); Lions Club of Lancelin & Districts ($1,000); Lions Club of Toodyay ($500) and Chmura family ($595).
A grand total of nearly $48,000.
The Yanchep Two Rocks Lions Club coordinated the project which will make a real difference to this family."
Alina told the Sun City News:
"We are overwhelmed and very grateful to the Yanchep Two Rocks Lions, it will allow us to do many more activities with Christain including going to the Merriwa Education Support Centre and Riding for the Disabled Association."
Editor''s note: To learn more about Yanchep Two Rocks Lions, click the link below.
More details: http://yancheptworocks.wa.lions.org.au/
 Supporting Our Community Makes Maylands Lions Club Happy
On Friday 19 April 2013, Maylands Lions Club and BankWest were happy to present the Maylands Peninsula Primary School with 8 iPads to assist children with special needs.
In August 2012, Maylands Lions Club discussed purchasing 8 iPads to be donated to Maylands Peninsula Primary School. As the Maylands Lions Club had been operating for less than 2 months, we found that we did not have funds to cover the required target of $3,032, so major fundraising was undertaken.
Although members worked hard to raise the full amount, it was not achieved.
One of our members suggested that we apply for the "Happy Communities" grant scheme offered by BankWest. It is a program which financially supports local community organisations by holding a monthly grant round offering up to $1,000 for special projects. Maylands Lions Club was successful in receiving the full amount of $1,000, enabling the purchase of the iPads.
 Lions Child of Courage Award Recipient - April 7 2013
"Christian Chmura (6) smiles bravely every day", his mother Alina says, unhindered by his rare disability.
The Butler boy received a Lions Children of Courage award in Perth on April 7, thanks to a nomination from the Yanchep Two Rocks Lions Club.
"I still cant understand why Christian gets an award because, for me, all kids should get awards", Alina said,
Alina and her husband Pawel did not know Christian had congenital hydrocephalus until he was born in May 2006. Originally from Poland, and a carrier of the gene that caused his disability, Alina said her son was unique, one-in-a-million and simply getting out of bed every day was an act of bravery.
"He smiles all the time", she said.
Even like going to hospital, he always smiles I call for an ambulance, he smiles.
He had to have a shunt inserted into his head when he was five-days-old to manage the medical condition also known as water on the brain and spent so much time in hospital when he was younger it almost became his second house.
"He will have the shunt all his life", Alina said.
She said her son could not stand or walk alone, using his walkers to move freely around home and school, and he did not talk or communicate. Christian finds plenty of reasons to smile, enjoying time with the family pets, going to school at Merriwa Education Support Centre and riding a pony with the Riding for the Disabled Association of WA.
Lions Clubs in Western Australia give annual Children of Courage Awards to children aged five to 15, with one category for children with special needs who show courage in the face of adversity.
 Constable Care Child Safety 2013 Awards Nominations are Open Until 31 May 2013The 2013 Constable Care Child Safety Awards nomination period is now open and will remain open until May 31st 2013.
Award winners will be announced at the 2013 Constable Care Child Safety Awards Gala Presentation Ceremony to be held at Crown on August 10th 2013.
The Constable Care Child Safety Awards is once again set to attract significant media attention, and is a wonderful medium to showcase your efforts, and the wider efforts of those working in child safety across Western Australia.
You are invited to take part in the Awards Program this year and in doing so celebrate the achievements of an individual or organisation that has made a real difference to improving child safety in Western Australia.
For more information on the Volunteer Award, the nine award categories, and an online nomination form, visit the Constable Care Child Safety Awards website by clicking the link below.
More details: http://www.childsafetyawards.org.au/
 Lions Youth of the Year - WA State Finals - April 6 2013
District Governor 201W1, Barry & Lion Carolyn had the greatest of pleasure on the 6th April to witness our youth in action once again at the State Final of the "Youth Of The Year Quest".
Held at the Claremont Nedlands Golf Club it was a spectacle to behold as the three contestants each from both districts vied for the crown of State Finalist. The complete function was well organised with the meal and the evening "going off" very well.
The Finalists were:
Madison Boot from Santa Maria College, sponsored by the Lions Club of Booragoon.
Tameekah Donegan from Mater Dei College, sponsored by the Lions Club of Ocean Reef
Rhys Mola from Sacred Heart College, sponsored by the Lions Club of North Beach.
Tim O Donnell from Scotch College, sponsored by the Lions Club of Claremont Nedlands.
Briana Preimesberger from All Saints College, sponsored by the Lions Club of Bull Creek.
Ray Ronggani from Lakeland Senior High School, sponsored by the Lions Club of Atwell.
The eventual winners were:
Ray Ronggani with the Public Speaking award, representing MD201W2 District, and
Tim O Donnell the Overall Winner representing, MD201W! District.
Our judges were Peter Casey from Trott and Associates , an employment company, David Dawson a commercial manager, Christine Kelly who works as an Advocate for the Family Inclusion Network, Gillian Mahoney a State and National winner of the Quest, Michelle Scherer who works for the NAB, our National Sponsor,and Ishaa Sandhu who was last years state winner of the quest as our reserve Judge. I would like to thank all our Judges for giving their time to make the Quest a memorable one.
Click below for a selection of photos
More details: http://201w1.lions.org.au/files/201w1/photos%20from%20youth%20of%20the%20year%20finals%206%20april%202013.pdf
 A Vision for All Through the Lions Club International Foundation - April 2013
In my 32 years as a Lion, I have long been involved with efforts to save sight around the world. It is important work. Did you know that globally, 80 percent of all visual impairment can be prevented or cured We have already helped millions of people through our sight-saving efforts and Foundation, and I know we can reach millions more.
I recently attended the 13th International Congress of Ophthalmology and Optometry in China. There, I had the honor of speaking about our Lions and our work. Our efforts to provide vision care for all, including vulnerable populations like children, people in developing countries and people with intellectual disabilities, are making a lasting impact. We are able to accomplish so much with our partners and with our clubs around the world.
According to the World Health Organization, visual impairment has decreased in the last twenty years. This is largely a result of combating infectious diseases, such as river blindness and trachoma. LCIFs SightFirst program addresses these diseases, and also screens vision, provides cataract surgeries, researches ways to make our efforts more efficient, and so much more, helping us realize our dream of vision for all.
Melvin Jones once said that dreams are the simple ideas of yesterday that become the important miracles of today.
Through our work to save sight and prevent blindness, we are helping the dream of vision for all to become an important miracle, every day, everywhere. Thank you, Lions. We would not be able to save sight around the world without your service and contributions.
Sincerely,
Wing-Kun Tam
Chairperson, Lions Clubs International Foundation
 Anti Poverty Week 13th to 19th October 2013Click below for more info
More details: http://201w1.lions.org.au/files/201w1/anti%20poverty%20week.pdf
 A Fantastic Effort by the Ocean Reef Lions Club!
With carers, themselves, and staff from the Department of Child Protection, members of the Lions Club of Ocean Reef conducted sausage sizzles at Bunnings Joondalup to raise funds to support their local foster carers.
Carers come from many diverse backgrounds and family situations but they all provide an extremely important service for the children in our community.
When the carers come together as a group they can provide unique support to each other, share experiences, build bonds and often give children in family units an opportunity to spend time together.
In the last four years the Club has held seven sausage sizzles and raised nearly $15000.
They have provided sponsorship to the carers for Mothers Day luncheons, Fathers Nights out, Kids Christmas Parties, playgroups, speech pathology resource kits, prizes/awards for Professional Development days, childrens camps and a range of other events and equipment.
It has been a wonderful partnership with the carers and staff from the Department for Child Protection of Joondalup.
Check out their website for other info about their Club by clicking below
More details: http://oceanreef.wa.lions.org.au/
 AMA (WA) and Healthway Healthier WA Award - Nomiinations Close 14th June
The Australian Medical Association (WA) and Healthway are currently promoting the 2013 Healthier WA Award. The AMA (WA) and Healthway Healthier WA Award is Western Australia''''''''s leading public health award, recognising excellence and innovation in primary prevention.
An annual $10,000 prize is awarded to an organisation which demonstrates, through a specific initiative (campaign, project, program, strategy or venture), achievement of a significant reduction in the incidence of disease or injury within the WA community.
Universities, business organisations, schools, non-profit organisations, local government, community groups and sporting groups are amongst those who can nominate eligible ventures, projects or programs for the Award.
More details: /files/201w1/healthier wa award 2013.pdf
 Lions Kamp Krocodile - 19 July to 28 July 2013
Are you looking for the best camp of your life with access to surf beaches, local attractions and lots of challenging activities
SO why not join us at Camp Krokodile in 2013
in Currimundi, Queensland, Australia
More details: /files/201w1/camp krockdile -2013.pdf
 The Happy Walk - A Walk Raising Awareness About Depression & Suicide Prevention
My name is Terra Lalirra and I am walking around Australia.
The Happy Walk is a solo, 7 year, 32,000km walk for Lifeline, depression awareness and suicide prevention carrying the message of hope, survival and recovery around and across Australia through the cities, bush and outback connecting individuals and communities with help and support.
As I go, I speak with anyone interested in what I am doing including people pulling over for a chat beside the road, newspapers, radio, TV and as a visiting speaker for groups and businesses.
To help spread the message about mental health I am doing free talks in the towns I walk through and am wondering if Lions, and any other ''''''''like minded clubs", would like me to do free talks for their clubs including a bit of a power point show with a few photos from the walk so far, take a look at the signs of depression and ways to help each other, sharing my story, some of the amazing things I have learnt, seen and heard, time for questions and free self-help handouts.
I will not accept payment for talks but, as I am doing this alone without a support crew and self-funded with my disability pension, I will not turn down assistance with accommodation.
If you are interested in The Happy Walk dropping in for a talk please let me know and we can discuss my itinerary and where I can connect with your members.
Please email me at:
thehappywalker@gmail.com or text me a message on 0412147355 and I will phone back asap.
There is a whole lot more info and links to FAQs, blogs, maps, etc, in the more details link below and please do not hesitate to ask any questions about what I am doing and why!
It would be great to work together to help spread the message of mental health, hope and strength.
More details: http://www.thehappywalk.com/
 ANZI-Pacific Forum in Bali, Indonesia Sept 6 - 8, 2013
For more info including a registration form, click below.
More details: http://201w1.lions.org.au/files/201w1/10-11-12%20anzi-pacific%20forum%20bali%20participant%20%20hotel%20registration%20form-%20overseas.pdf
 New Lions Hearing Screening Bus
The Lions Hearing Foundation is now the proud owner of a new screening bus, click below for more info
More details: http://201w1.lions.org.au/hearing
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