Inside RDU in FEBRUARY | OPEN DOORS: Rotary zone institutes go mainstream | SPICE OF LIFE: Could turmeric be the answer to Alzheimer's Disease? | PEACE PLEASE: Rotarians call for 'Peace without borders' during Berlin Forum
The outstanding contribution made by Rotarians to the RYDA road safety education program was recognised at a function recently held in Sydney. The awards luncheon was also an opportunity to celebrate another very successful year for the RYDA program with over 250,000 students now having attended this life saving program. Read more >
As you'll read in this month's issue of Global Outlook, the priority for every Rotarian is to raise awareness of the plight to end Polio. It's easy to sell or hand out the pins in order to start those important conversations leading to greater engagement and giving. Order your club's supply of pins online now >
West Perth Rotarian and acclaimed medical scientist Ralph Martins continues his research race to find a cure for Alzheimer ’s disease (AD) – this time into spice, or more particularly, curcumin found in turmeric. Read more >
The world is 99 percent polio-free. India is no longer polio-endemic. We are closer than ever to ending the crippling disease for good, yet we are in emergency mode. Find out how we need your help >
Here is a great opportunity to show your volunteer skills to your fellow Rotarians when they attend the Rotary Convention in Sydney June 2014. Read more >
Whether you are looking for new theme ties, scarves, pins or banners, RDU Merchandise and Promotions have a range of new products in supply now. Order now >
Delivered straight to your inbox, browse the lastest stories and achievements from Rotarians in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. Read more >
Til death do us part
These words are in the wedding vow, for making a commitment for life between a newly wedded couple. It originated in the Book of Common Prayer back in 1662, to be used in marriage services in England. Back then most people didn't live beyond 40, so the typical lifespan of a marriage was about 20 years. Read more >
I shouldn't feel scared trying to enter a place of worship. But that is exactly how I feel standing in front of this narrow wire entrance topped with razor wire, confronted by a large "security person" of indeterminate authority carrying a mean-looking weapon - guns not being my special subject in this quiz show. Read more >
For your chance to win a copy ofTelegraph Avenueemail editor@rotarianlifeandleisure.com or write to Editor, Life & Leisure, 2/3 Fleay Court, Burleigh Heads, Queensland, 4220 with your answer to the following question. 'Where does Telegraph Avenue (the street) begin and end?' Please include 'Telegraph Avenue Giveaway' in the subject line and postal address details in the body of the email (or within the letter).
The 2013 RI Convention will take place in Lisbon, Portugal, 23 - 26 June. Rotary Down Under, in conjunction with Venture Holidays have designed a 10-day tour program around the 2013 Convention dates.
