In this years Kings Birthday Honours 2026 Rotary Melbourne member Dr Celina Ping Yu, was awarded Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for service to business education, and to international trade.
Appreciation to Plan International Philippians, Rotary Club of Lubang Island and Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. Australia.
Among the 3,372 residents of Barangay Burgos, people have endured disasters, typhoons, extreme rains, and intense heat. On a daily basis, many residents had to fetch water from the river or from distant springs and wells, often carrying buckets of water back to their homes.
Appreciation to Plan International Philippians, Rotary Club of Lubang Island and Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. Australia.
Ilin San Jose people lived through disasters, typhoons, rain or heat and on a daily basis we use small boats, walk and use habalhabal to get buckets of water from springs/wells.
Investing in the next generation of health leaders
Australian Rotary Health has spent four decades funding scholarships and research that change lives — not just for individuals, but for the families and communities around them. Chloe Price, a proud Yamatiji woman and medical graduate, is one powerful example: her 2020 Indigenous Health Scholarship opened a pathway she could see herself walking, and she has since mentored other Aboriginal students, volunteered in health programs, and advocated for culturally safe care. As the financial year draws to a close, donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible and go directly toward keeping these pathways open. Visit australianrotaryhealth.org.au to support the next generation. You can Support the their projects here.
What’s happening across District 9800
From a first-time PELD attendee reimagining how clubs welcome new members, to a Footscray stalwart approaching 50 years of service, this edition of the District newsletter captures Rotary at its most human. Stories this month also include sleeping bags for Melbourne’s homeless, computer training rescuing girls from trafficking in Nepal, an inclusive football league in Hawthorn, and an eye program on the Indonesian island of Sumba now in its second decade. Governor Shep reflects on the final stretch of his Rotary year read on.
Membership Anniversary: Christina Boys (6) - Today!, Sana Malik (5), Ramona Martinovici (5).
Happy Birthday: Suresh Marcandan.
This month’s Evening Conversation took us somewhere a little different — the bustling Winter Night Market at Melbourne’s iconic Queen Victoria Market.
This week’s duties: John Peberdy, Bob Glindemann, Rosemary Nixon (Reception), Bruce Davidson (Raffle), Richard Dent (MC), Philip Endersbee (Reflection), Bruce Davidson (Photographer).
Congratulations to Rotary Melbourne member Sap De and Alison on the arrival of Baby Lillian, a future Rotarian. She was born on 5 June 26. Sap noted 'Mum and baby are doing amazing and we're getting used to our new sleep routine.'
Guests of Members: Robin Whyte, Helen Chaudhuri, Arshad Samsudeen (Deb Yin Foo), Debra Sonin (Philip Cornish), Amanda Battaini (Tony Battaini), Philip Whelan (Mary Barry).
Mark your diaries for our annual night at the National Gallery of Victoria's Winter Masterpiece Series on Friday 28 August 26 from 6pm. This year features Experience the elegance and exhilaration of CARTIER The night will include an introductory talk and exhibition.
It’s close at the top of the Rotary Melbourne footy tipping competition, but we had a clear Round 12 winner, John Peberdy , who receives $100. John had tipped 81 winners at the end of Round 12, leading by the slimmest possible margin from Andrew Weeks on 80, followed by Will Abdo, Linda Holmes and Reg Smith on 79.
In honour of the late PP Peter McCall, the Canterbury Waverley group invite all members to a special sale of Peter's extensive personal book collection, available exclusively to fellow members. Peter and his wife Kaye had a lifelong love of literature — so much so that during Peter's time as Mayor, they donated his entire mayoral wage to purchasing books for local government schools.
Rotarians, we need your nominations. Let’s find an outstanding volunteer worthy of the Sir John Reid Community Service Award. We all hear about or come across dedicated volunteers who fly under the radar, who do not receive due recognition, despite years of unstinting effort.
Thank you to President Philip for last week's reflection on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
An email has been sent to all Rotary Melbourne members to check their online Directory data in preparation of the 2026-2027 printed Directory. Please ensure you have checked both the hardcopy and online directory and advise any changes including updated photos. Please send your updates to the Directory Editor directory@rotarymelbourne.org.au
Have you ever thought about the great network that you could advertise your company to. Rotary Melbourne is currently seeking advertisers for the next edition of the members Directory 2026-27. The cost to advertise is $900 for colour and $450 for B&W full page advert. Contact Jo at the office if you are interested.
