Rotary Melbourne members are encouraged to book on Thursday 22 October 26 for the 7.00 - 9.00pm show at Chapel Off Chapel for A Celebration of Japanese Jazz. Three distinct voices at the forefront of Japanese jazz – Tenors in Chaos, STEREO CHAMP and Misaki Umei – come together for a huge triple bill, showcasing the present and future of Tokyo's incredible jazz scene.
Click Read More below to book online with the venue Chapel off Chapel.
Rotary Melbourne has formalised its support for The Melbourne Arboretum, signing a partnership agreement before an inspiring conversation with co-founder Maggie McDonell and former Kew Gardens executive Richard Barley MBE. Discover their vision to transform damaged land at Mernda into a lasting centre for conservation, learning and community connection.
Rotary Melbourne President Dr Carol Bond and The Melbourne Arboretum co-founder Maggie McDonell formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a framework for the two organisations to work together in advancing environmental restoration, education and community participation.
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In this issue we’re celebrating another Rotary Club joining our team, welcome Rotary Heidelberg – Club 23! Read the full Issue 21 newsletter for client stories, corporate donor shoutouts and this year's growth figures.
RIMERN really need more SOFAS, BEDSIDE UNITS, LAMPS & TV STANDS….. if you work for a furniture retailer, a hotel or serviced apartment group, please hook us up??
24 Rotary Melbourne Members and friends staffed a drinks station at the Melbourne Marathon on 10 October 26, raising funds for The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. Our sincere thanks to Jim Orchard for organising the opportunity.
Renowned South Korean soprano Sumi Jo coached eight emerging singers in a brilliant masterclass on Sunday 4 October 26, with our Arts Committee chair Maestro Dr David Kram AM at the piano and three participants sponsored by Tony Battaini’s More Than Opera.
Membership Anniversary Austen Burleigh (27), David Prest (49), Tilman Ruff (8).
Happy Birthday Peter Doherty, Karen Gornalle, Jacques Morin.
Club Guests Maggie McDonell (Speaker), Hamish McDonell.
Guests of Members Grant Butteriss (Carolyn Burr), Millie Swann (Visitor), Christine Zavod (Bruce Livett), Richard Barley, Matthew Weller, David Townsend, Mirella Townsend (Reg Smith).
Thank you to Robert Fisher for last week's reflection, on Wednesday 7 October 2026.
Rotary Melbourne welcomes Emma Amos who was inducted into the Club on Wednesday 30 September 26. Welcome Emma.
Rotary Melbourne's Arts Committee are planning a visit to the Villa Alba Museum in Kew (www.villaalbamuseum.org) on a private tour with a maximum of 30 people:
* Saturday afternoon 17 October
* Tour with tea/coffee approx. $30
* BYO lunch with possible optional extra of ribbon sandwiches and/or scones (being investigated).
Robert Fisher would be happy to receive expressions of interest.
Rotary Melbourne's Past President Robert Fisher has been overwhelmed by the response from Rotarians, family and friends to his appeal after reaching $7,500. He has currently reached $6,947. The campaign remains open and let’s just keep going, remembering that whatever Robert raises will be tripled by the Gates Foundation. Please help support us to End Polio Now by clicking Read More below.
Join Mike McGovern in conversation with Rotary South Pacific's Polio Coordinator, our club's PDG Amanda Wendt. Mike is Chair of Rotary International’s PolioPlus Committee and Chair of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative’s Polio Oversight Board. One of the world’s leading figures in the fight against polio, Mike will share firsthand stories and a candid update on what it will take to finally eradicate the disease.
The online event will be held on Saturday 7 November at 11.00 am Melbourne time and is open to all Rotarians and friends of Rotary. Click read more below for details and to book.
Rotary Melbourne maestro David Kram and German violinist scholar Rosa Matos are holding a charity concert for Nepal, supporting those affected by the recent devastating floods. It will take place on Saturday 17 October 26 at 5 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (22 Parliament Place, Melbourne).
This week’s duties: Robert Fisher, Dores Schembri (Reception), Stephen Mandie (Raffle), John Peberdy (Photographer), Karen Kim (MC), Robert Fisher (Reflection).
Owen Parnaby's book Australia's First Rotary Club tells the story of Rotary Melbourne since our 1921 foundation, its influential members, and the projects that shaped Victoria. It has long been part of the new member joining pack, giving every new Rotarian a direct line to the Club's history and figures such as General Sir John Monash.
Copies have now run out. A reprint would take time and come at real cost. If you have a copy at home, please bring it along to a lunch or drop it at the office. Your donation helps ensure new members can still discover the story that connects us all.
