Speakers
GRACE BOWMAN
In 2003 Grace began competing at State and National Riding for Disabled (RDA) Dressage Competitions. In 2006, she was elevated to the National Dressage Squad and was selected to represent Australia in England at a Young Rider International Competition. After competing successfully, Grace was promoted to the Paralympic Preparation Program Squad and went on to compete at the Pacific Rim Paralympic Qualifier in Canada 2006 and the World Para Dressage Championships in England 2007. Finally in September 2008 Grace achieved her dream of competing in Beijing at the Paralympic Games.
Grace is now refocusing on gaining selection for the 2010 World Equestrian Games to be held in Lexington Kentucky.
BRIAN HEATON
A Saphire Paul Harris recipient, Brian was inducted into the Rotary Club of Hurstville (Dist 9750) in 1982 and came to hold many leadership positions including that of District Governor.He instigated the combined Sydney Districts’ Rotary Wing of the Childrens’ Hospital project which raised $2.25 million over a period of three years.Has served as RI President’s representative on three occasions. and has been Sergeant At Arms a dizzying number of times including 11 international gatherings. He is currently serving on the Promotions Committee for regional magazine, Rotary Down Under and is on the Rotary International Convention Committee for Montreal 2010. There are more achievements for Brian but you will just have to ask him at conference.
TED EAGAN
Ted has lived most of his life in the Northern Territory, and presently lives in Alice Springs. In his early career with the Department of Aboriginal Affairs he was mainly in the bush, and engaged in fascinating activities like stockwork and crocodile hunting while employed as a patrol officer and reserve Superintendent. Later he was a teacher at bush schools.
He is a member of the Order of Australia (AO) for services to the Aboriginal people, and for an ongoing contribution to the literary heritage of Australia through song and verse'. He was a member of the first National Reconciliation Council.
He has been writing and recording songs since 1969, and has produced 28 albums - strong, consistent sellers. He appears regularly at both folk and country music festivals, being one of the very few people who successfully bridge the gap.
DAVID SCHWARTZ
Never one known for "getting off his bike," David is a rare Australian, not once but twice a participant in the gruelling Dakar Rally. You can get a few more details by visiting the Dakar Rally site.
I am a World Peace Clown, and my name is Peacefull. I felt inspired to become a clown 9 years ago.I clowned on the streets, hospitals, schools, orphanages, nursing homes, festivals, business meetings, conferences and have given many talks about the the art of clowning and how it naturally links with feelings of peace, joy and love.
Professor Bell is a pioneering anthropologist, author and activist. Her stunning career has seen her appointed Professor Emerit of Anthropology at George Washington University, Washington DC (17 years) and prior to retirement, Writer and Editor in Residence at Flinders University.
A Flinders graduate, David Copley was the first Aboriginal person to complete a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing in South Australia having gained a scholarship through the Australian Rotary Health program. David now works as the Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician for General Practice Network South and Southern Adelaide Health Service.
Duncan Chessell is a modern-day adventurer who lives for the next challenge. A company director, mountain guide, geologist, father, outdoor educator and talented photographer, Duncan’s interests and talents have allowed him to lead a stimulating and full life.
Tim Stubbs is the Project Manager for Water with the Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists. He is looking at new ways of tackling the challenges of a healthy and productive future with less water. Prior to his work with the Wentworth Group Tim ran his own consultancy undertaking projects with a broad range of clients including Catchment Management Authorities, NGO’s and irrigators. Tim is also an experienced science communicator and in 2008 developed the idea for the Catchment Detox radio series and online game. Catchment Detox become the national science week project in 2008 and was delivered across the country through a collaboration of the ABC and CSIRO. The series has gone on to win national awards and has been played by over 300,000 people.
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