The Next Big Idea Workshop was held on Sunday 7 November 2021 with 21 participants. Thank you to all of those who participated. Following is a brief report prior to a more detailed report in the coming weeks.
Rotary International (RI) and the Melbourne Convention Host Organising Committee (HOC) are now seeking potential hosts for the Rotary International Convention to be held in May 2023.
NOTICE OF AGM 2021
Notice is hereby given that the 100th Annual General Meeting of The Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc. is to be held during the regular weekly luncheon meeting at No 35 Sofitel, 25 Collins St Melbourne on Wednesday 17th November 2021 at 1.05p.m.
Rotary Melbourne has been advised that our nomination for the Rotary Peace Fellowship, Biong Deng Biong has been selected for Makerere University in Uganda. Congratulations Biong Deng Biong.
The Rotary Melbourne Health and Ageing Committee are all aware that our last two years are totally defined by the Covid 19 pandemic. Now an opportunity has arisen for Rotarians to participate in a meaningful volunteering role!
Next Big Idea Workshop 2.00-5.00pm on ZOOM Sunday 7 November 2021.
It has never been more important to prioritise our physical health by getting vaccinated, but also investing time into our mental health and wellbeing, the way we think, feel and develop relationships.
Please find information regarding the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workshop – Disability.
Book here
The D9800 Committee of Australian Rotary Health is very pleased to announce the inaugural standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Course commencing on the 4th December 2021.
President Reg advised that the NOMINATING COMMITTEE Nominations are now open.
Its not too late to book for the 2021 Hush Foundation Gathering of Kindness 8 - 13 Nov 21 tickets.
Celebrating the Community and Kindness in Healthcare.
Last week's member meeting was Chaired by David Carruthers.
The four-part structure was packed with interesting insights including:
- Profiling an existing member;
- Feedback from two recent inductees;
- Two special themes; and
- Two projects: Make a House a Home and Rotary Safe Families.
If you missed the event, you can view it on our YouTube channel by following this link: https://youtu.be/1mH5z2egLzc
Wednesday 3rd November – online only via zoom – Lunch Meeting
Topic Sir John Reid Community Service Award
Time 12.50 for 1.00 – 2.00pm
Venue ZOOM online
Registration Humanitix https://events.humanitix.com/3-nov-rotary-melb-lunch
The Rotary Melbourne Health and Ageing Committee are all aware that our last two years are totally defined by the Covid 19 pandemic. Now an opportunity has arisen for Rotarians to participate in a meaningful volunteering role!
A reminder RIMERN are looking to establish a volunteer roster for their recycled household goods warehouse.
There are lots of job and tasks to be filled to assist RIMERN to sort incoming goods and fills orders for their clients who are so grateful for the goods RIMERN provide.
Rotary Melbourne together with Rotary Central Melbourne and a range of other Victorian Clubs have provided experienced Mentors each year to Victoria Police.
If you would like to read the latest Hush and Gathering of Kindness News and Updates Spring 2021 please click on this link.
Please find attached the updated Order Form for Rotary Foundation Cakes and Puddings for 2021.
The 2021-22 Rotary Melbourne Vocational Service Award was presented to distinguished Australian public health researcher, Professor John McNeil, AO at last weeks meeting on 20 October 21.
If you missed the event, you can view it on our YouTube channel by following this link: https://youtu.be/9pjfzvETefQ
We will all be welcomed back to our luncheon meeting at the Sofitel on Collins in-person on 17 November 2021, and virtually.
One of PP Robert Fisher's granddaughter Annabel (and Second Bite helper) starred on the front page of the Herald Sun on 21 October.
