Bulletin 26 March 2025
Highlights
This Week
No 5071 in the Club's 104th Year
Lunch with Nikki Blanch, Meals with Impact
March 26, 2025, 12:45 pm to March 26, 2025, 2:00 pm
Co-Founder & Programs Manager
Topic: Meals with Impact - Positive Change
Wednesday 26th of March 2025
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
No 35, Sofitel on Collins
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This Week's Duties - 26 March 2025
On Duty: John Peberdy, Sandra Hills (Reception), Clive Weeks (Raffle), Bernie McIntosh (MC), John Peberdy (Photographer), Cheryl Lacey (Reflection).
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Member News
Meet New Honorary Member Tokuro Furuya
We welcome Tokuro Furuya, Consul General of Japan, in Melbourne who joins us as an Honorary Member.
Member Anniversary - Grahme Bond
Congratulations to Grahme Bond on joining the elite ranks of 40 years of membership of Rotary Melbourne. Grahme spoke of his pleasure in service above self during his 40 years and how it continues to be important today.
Members Anniversaries & Birthdays - Week 26 March 2025
Member Anniversaries: Richard Parker (18) & Peter Berg (11) - TODAY!, Rosemary Nixon (8).
Member Birthdays this week: Sharann Johnson, Ruth Carlos Matinez, Malcolm Simpson.
Thank you from President Elect
Following an email from Philip Cornish on 12 March he would like to thank you all for your well wishes and will keep members updated on his recovery.
Sir Albert Coates: Surgeon, Soldier, Humanitarian
In the first of a series of past members of Rotary Melbourne, we reflect on 1954-55 Club President Sir Albert Coates.
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Club News
Rotary Osaka Sister Club Relationship
by Chris Wang
On the occasion of inducting new honorary member Tokuro Furuya, Consul General of Japan, Past President Chris Wang reflects on our very close 30 year relationship with the Rotary Club of Osaka.
Arts Committee appreciation to Peter Berg & Garry Fowler
Members of the Arts Committee recognised the contributions made by Garry Fowler and Peter Berg, at a dinner hosted by Chair, Dr David Kram AM on Tuesday 18 March 25. David presented Garry and Peter with Certificates of Appreciation for their outstanding service to the committee and to Rotary.
Peace is Possible - Nominate NOW
Rotary Melbourne has a long, proud history of supporting the Rotary Peace Fellows program. This is the time of year to do a scan of your networks to identify a young person (25 - 35) who has a history of service above self either in their vocation or non-profit life. Information about the Peace Fellows program is linked here.
Malvern Group Catch Up Luncheon Sunday 16 March 25
The Malvern Group convened its second gathering of 2025 at Chris Rodd and Susan Davis's weekend retreat in Portsea on Sunday 16 March 25.
Melbourne Rotary & CSL (PNG snakebite partnership)
On 12 March 25 PP Peter Rogers attended an event in Box Hill where he met the Foreign Minister, Penny Wong. Peter was delighted to be able to highlight and explain Rotary Melbourne's life saving collaboration in the PNG Snakebite Partnership with CSL and DFAT.
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Last Meeting
Last Week's Meeting 19 March 25
The meeting was opened by MC for the day Karen Kim, with acknowledgement of the traditional owners, and welcoming members and guests. Past President Adrian Nelson delivered the reflection. Rotary Melbourne member Trudi Matshe, addressed the meeting on “Her Story – Making the Impossible Possible”.
Reflection by Adrian Nelson 19 March 25
by Adrian Nelson
Thank you to Adrian Nelson for your reflection on Wednesday 19 March 2025.
Visitors & Guests at Meeting 19 March 2025
Guests of the Club: Tokuro Furuya, Natsuko Miguchi, Melissa Nemoto.
Visiting Rotarians: Patricia Steward (Central - Cayman Islands), Aviv Palti & Maria Hicks (RC Passport Melbourne).
Guests of Members: Brian O’Kelly, Remy Abraham (Getrude Matshe), Roland Jabbour (Will Abdo), Celeste Koravos (Robert Fisher), Gladys Liu (Peter Rogers), Janet Wang (Chris Wang), Darcy Giuliani, Alice Freeman (Karen Kim).
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Other News
Claire Davison - Rotary District 9800 Governor for 2027-2028
by Michael Lapina
Claire Davison, current President of the Rotary Club of Richmond, has been selected as District Governor for Rotary District 9800 in 2027-2028. A senior academic and a respected leader in higher education, Claire brings a wealth of leadership experience, strategic vision, and a deep passion for service. Her work in higher education and social impact aligns perfectly with Rotary’s mission, ensuring our District continues to thrive.
Rotary’s Green Revolution: Grassroots Action for a Sustainable Future
Former Rotary International President Mark Maloney reflects on the role Rotary plays in tackling global environmental challenges, from grassroots initiatives to youth engagement and climate finance. Read on to learn how Rotary is making a difference.
Rotarians for Bees Event
RC Canterbury is inviting Rotary Melbourne members and guests to attend their R4Bees event on Monday 7t April 25 at 6.30pm, at the Box Hill Golf Club, 202 Station Street, Box Hill South. Topic: Your Garden Our Future. Book HERE.
Invitation to Victoria Rotaract's Annual Ball - Friday 11/4
Victoria Rotaract invites Rotary Melbourne members to attend their 'Beasts & Ballgowns' ball on Friday 11 April 25 from 7-11:30pm at Roxy's Functions & Events, South Melbourne. This event is a collaboration between all the Rotaract clubs in Victoria and aims to celebrate all that Rotaract does. There will also be a guest speaker from the charity we are donating to.
Here is the ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/rotaract-victoria-ball
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Upcoming Events
Lunch with Jacob Caine, REIV
April 2, 2025, 12:45 pm to April 2, 2025, 2:00 pm
President, Real Estate Institute of Victoria
Topic: Leading with Vision
Wednesday 2nd of April 2025
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
No 35, Sofitel on Collins
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An Evening Volunteering FORaMEAL
April 9, 2025, 5:00 pm to April 9, 2025, 7:15 pm
Join us for a fun evening
of volunteering
FORaMEAL
Wednesday 9th of April 2025
5:00 PM to 7:15 PM
RMIT University Building 16
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Lunch with AK Tareen
April 16, 2025, 12:45 pm to April 16, 2025, 2:00 pm
Senior Trade Consultant
Topic: Championing Trade with India for 2 decades
Wednesday 16th of April 2025
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
No 35, Sofitel on Collins
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Notre Dame de Paris Exhibition
April 26, 2025, 2:00 pm to April 26, 2025, 4:00 pm
The Augmented Exhibition
A 3D, Immersive 360-journey through the Cathedral
NOTE CHANGE IN DATE
Saturday 26th of April 2025
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Immigration Museum
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Run the Tan for Mental Health
April 27, 2025, 12:00 am
Volunteer, Run/Walk, and Support Mental Health
Sunday 27th of April 2025
12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
The Tan
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Lunch with Mark Allan, University of Melbourne
May 7, 2025, 12:45 pm to May 7, 2025, 2:00 pm
Enterprise Fellow, Urban Analytics
Topic: Intelligent Future Cities
Wednesday 7th of May 2025
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
No 35, Sofitel on Collins
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Environment Lunch with Fiona Simon
June 11, 2025, 12:45 pm to June 11, 2025, 2:00 pm
CEO Australian Hydrogen Council
Topic: Energy Transition - Opportunity & Challenge
Wednesday 11th of June 2025
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins - Level 1 Latrobe Room
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