Mark Pinoli is reminding us of Sir John Reid Community Service Award – last call! Nominations for the Sir John Reid Community Service Award closes in one week (16 September).
Clive Weeks at Jefferson Memorial where Martin Luther King delivered his famous “I have a Dream” inspirational address on August 28 1963!
Clive Weeks wrote: Tribute to Paul Harris. "What an amazing set of circumstances - I wonder if Paul Harris could possibly have imagined the impact the organisation he founded would have on the world and that a humble club from the other side of the world would pay tribute to that organisation with socks!!"
Recently, Barbara Yerondais, Di Gillies (Balwyn) and Sylvie Berchick of Brighton Rotary (seen here taking a photo break) worked for two weekends to distribute 49 pallet loads of Sukin skincare products which were generously donated (but not for resale) by the manufacturer for Rotary distribution to those in need.
Raffle raised $250! Whisky is obviously appreciated more than vino as we normally raise $160 with our Raffle. Congratulations to a very happy winner PDG Neville John.
Attached is invitation to RI President Mark Maloney's Dinner on 24 September in Ballarat. RI_President_Dinner_Invitation_-_Ballarat_24th_Sept_2019_(1).pdf
October is the End Polio Now month. What are we doing? Our District is planning two events in October to raise awareness and funds for the End Polio Now campaign.
Sunday, 6 October. Do you like to get some fresh air, take a walk? How about doing both while you help direct the flow of cyclists as they cycle Around the Bay? Photo shows our loved late Member Janet Purves and PE Marion.
This is the Prize! Gerard Johnston and Robin Reid wrote: "We expect a large number of members and guests to be at Wednesday’s meeting for the Baker Oration. So we’ve arranged for a prize of 15 year old Glenfiddich single malt whisky." Thank you ..... Are you the lucky winner?
Thomas Baker Oration for 2019 will be presented by David Thodey AO, Chairman, CSIRO
Topic: 'Can Science & Technology keep Australia from a Future Decline'
Chair: Gerry Johnston
Last week, it was fascinating to hear from Jason Balkin, Melbourne Convention Bureau. How did Melbourne succeed in its Bid for the RI Melbourne Convention in 2023? Jason is seen here with Chair Hugh Bucknall and President Kevin.
This inspirational tribute was delivered by Kevin Sheehan, President Rotary Melbourne on the 28th August 2019.
The date of the Rotary Club of Melbourne Inc Annual General Meeting has now been fixed as 13 November 2019. Formal notices will issue in due course. This meeting triggers a series of events starting with the forming of the President's Nominating Committee.
Associate Professor Simon Stafrace, Program Director, Alfred Mental & Addition Health and Community Member, Inner Southeast Metropolitan Partnership spoke compassionately and knowledgeably about the impact of Loneliness on the community.
Katherine Brown our District Global Post Graduate Scholarship awardee has returned from USA and is seen here providing a terrific update on her time studying in the US.
Because Chris has been on his feet all day in his warehouse packing kits for "Make a House a Home" Project; but his feet are cushioned and comfy in his R100 socks!
Out in the bush, by the seaside, R100 Socks are the choice of the smart travellers. Send Editor photo of your sock and foot with an "unbelievable" backdrop. Prizes will be given at meetings quarterly till April 21, 2021! You have to WEAR IT to WIN IT! All proceeds to R100 Projects.
Were you aware that Renata Bernarde was one of the 50 participants who helped write the CSIRO's Australian National Outlook Report which is part of David Thodey's presentation on Wednesday?
Members welcomed their friend and former Member, Bill Charlton when he attended last week's meeting. Bill always attends when he visits Melbourne. Terrific.
NO... it isn't. It is a loved female Rotarian labouring and not just swanning around the world like many of our Members! Barbara Yerondais hard at work at Reservoir!
Recent pic from Brian Horwood standing on Bridge over the River Cam (Punting) with Kings College in backgroun which according to Brian is at least something that King Henry VIII did right in the last 17th Century).
Here it is in old Glasgow worn by our PP Robert! Safe Travels Robert!
Wednesday, 25 September will not only include a special visit by our RI President Mark Maloney but will be our annual AFL Celebrations or Wake (depending on your Team). Special Editor Note: "C'mon the Bombers!"
