An Evening with the Hush Foundation 25 Years 25 Years of the Hush Foundation CLICK READ MORE TO BOOK
About this week's evening with the Hush Foundation 13 Nov 25 This Thursday, 13 November 2025, we invite members, friends, and partners to a special evening gathering in celebration of World Kindness Day and the 25th anniversary of the Hush Foundation. Hosted at Wingate Capital, Level 48, 101 Collins Street, Melbourne, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, this event will bring together leaders from Melbourne’s healthcare community to honour Hush’s inspiring work in fostering kindness and wellbeing across hospitals and care settings. Enjoy music, engaging conversation, and light refreshments high above the city as we reflect on the power of compassion in healthcare and beyond. There is no charge to attend; however, a tax-deductible donation of $35 or more to the Hush Foundation is encouraged, with all proceeds going directly to support its programs.
Member News
We’re delighted to welcome Mark Allan who was formally inducted as a member on 5 November 2025 with the classification of Urban Planning – General. Mark’s career progression was notably marked by key positions and significant projects, including his contributions to the Urban Design Brief for Federation Square and the resultant international design competition.
The Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) recognition is one of the highest honours Rotary can bestow upon a member or friend of Rotary. It is named after Rotary's founder, Paul Harris, and celebrates those who have made outstanding contributions to the ideals and work of Rotary — whether through generous financial support or through exceptional service.
Club News
Membership Anniversary this week: Sue McDonald (19), Iqbal Reta (17 TODAY!), Amanda Wendt (8). Happy Birthday this week: Nick Batrouney, Trevor Neroy, Branko Panich, Kevin Sheehan (TODAY!).
Growing Futures in Timor-Leste is a Rotary project partnering with Rai Matak’s 50-year plan to plant 10 million trees, generate certified carbon income for farming families and communities, transforming rural livelihoods across Timor-Leste and restoring farmland from deforestation.
Last Week's Meeting
Adrian Nelson then opened the panel discussion noting that November is Rotary Foundation Month—an appropriate time to showcase the new Growing Futures in Timor-Leste project.
by Bob Glindemann Past President Bob Glindemann explained the structure and purpose of the Rotary Foundation, recognised as one of the world’s top charities for accountability and transparency. He detailed the four major funds: Annual Fund - Polio Plus Fund - Endowment Fund - Disaster Response Fund.
by Philip Endersbee Thank you to Philip Endersbee for last week's reflection on Wednesday 5 November 2025.
Visitors & Guests at Meeting 5 November 2025 Guests of the Club Amy Stevenson, Jijia Huang, Xuan Zhu, Mark Allan, Barbara Yerondais, George Kokovas. Visiting Rotarians Peter Shepheard (Altona), James Allen (Sydney), Nicky Chung (Bentleigh Moorabbin Central), Lesley McCarthy (Flemington Kensington), Pamela Dittmer (Port Philip). Guests of Members Roswitha Horgan (David Horgan), Chris Begg (Sue McDonald).
Other News
The Australian Rotary Health October 2025 Newsletter features an article by the Rotary Club of Carlingford and the Rotary Club of Environment and Habitat who hosted a special fundraising event, “The Life and Rhymes of Banjo Paterson,” at the historic Parramatta Town Hall. Click read more below to read the newsletter.
Solar energy has reached an exciting milestone: it’s now the most cost effective means of producing electricity in the world.
Upcoming Events
33rd Paul Harris Breakfast Prof Ross Garnaut AC CLICK READ MORE TO BOOK
Lunch with Paule Ignatio, Consul General of France in Melbourne Topic: Consul-General of France CLICK READ MORE TO BOOK
Sir John Reid Community Service Award Lunch Who will win this year?
Annual Festive Lunch Our Annual Festive Lunch
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