As we turn the calendar page to June, we enter the final month of this Rotary year—and the closing chapter of my time as steward of our great District 9800. It’s a moment of reflection, gratitude, and anticipation.
Rotary Melbourne member Getrude Matshe shared a powerful personal reflection on LinkedIn, honouring the women who came before her - “walking through the dark with fire in their hands.” She weaves personal history, cultural identity, and female resilience into a stirring call for women - especially those over 50 - to find and use their voice.
Major Brendan Nottle delivered a powerful address on how the Salvation Army is tackling homelessness through dignity, partnerships, and action. From urgent housing to legal aid, his stories moved the room - and will move you too. Click through to watch the video and read more about this inspiring presentation.
Thank you to Barbara Yerondais for your reflection at last week's meeting Wednesday 28 May 2025.
When Australian Rotarian Stuart Raymond Kasule returns to Uganda, village elders ask how to better support those suffering in silence. Their questions show a growing hunger for change around mental health. From Canberra to Kampala, Kasule is bridging continents - and breaking taboos.
Devastating floods have ravaged New South Wales, leaving thousands displaced and communities cut off. Rotary District 9660 is mobilising to provide urgent aid. Your support is vital - please donate now to help deliver emergency relief and long-term recovery to those in desperate need.
BOOK NOW for our annual Environment Lunch on 11 June with Fiona Simon, CEO of the Australian Hydrogen Council—the peak body for the hydrogen industry. Representing the full hydrogen value chain, the Council advocates for a clean energy future. Invite colleagues and friends with an interest in sustainability.
Saturday 5th July 25 is the date for the District 9800 Changeover - starring Peter Shepheard and Michael Lapiña
Grand Star Receptions, 499 Grieve Parade, Altona North. 12 noon for a 12.30pm start.
The Rotary Club of Rochester is hosting its Pie and Port night and changeover on Saturday 14th June, 6:60pm for 7pm, at the Heritage Courthouse. Please see further details in the flyer.
From club updates to an enlightening address by sleep expert Dr Moira Junge, last week’s meeting offered food for thought - and action. Discover why sleep should rank alongside diet and exercise as a public health priority.
Thank you to Philip Cornish for your reflection at last week's meeting Wednesday 21 May 2025.
For the Special edition of District 9800 May 25 Networker for 2024-2025, please click on Read More below. In this issue they cover articles from District 9800 & District 9510 extraordinary success of the Inaugural Multi-District Impact Summit, held over the weekend (17-18 May 25) at the Morphettville Racecourse in South Australia.
Rotary Melbourne’s vital role in the PNG Snakebite Partnership was formally acknowledged in Port Moresby. Discover how your support is helping protect vulnerable children, train health workers, and deliver lifesaving treatment across Papua New Guinea. Plus, don’t miss news of an exciting upcoming speaker!
On Duty: Robert Fisher (Reception), John Saunders (Raffle), Bruce Davidson (Photos), Philip Endersbee (MC), Barbara Yerondais (Reflection).
Member Anniversaries: Vaideek Chaudhary (4).
Member Birthdays this week: Getrude Matshe.
Guests of the Club: Dr Moira Junge (Speaker)
Visiting Rotarians: Florian Kriegel (RC Kulmbach, Germany, District 1880), Brent Moore (Taipei) , Shinji Higuchi (Osaka)
Guests of the Club: Megan Clark (Speaker), Alan Finkel, Ziggy Switkowski, Jocelyn Bignold, Logan Armstrong, Conrad Tribble, Garry Jennings, Rob Nethercote.
Visiting Rotarians: Florian Kriegel (Kulmbach, Germany), Michael Stillwell (Kew), Anthony Rhys Williams, Liz Williams (Central Melbourne), David Fernee (Packenham).
Guests of Members: Katerina Aleksoska, Sara Baratchi, Mary Barry, Alexander Bobik, Michael Browne, Emma Burrows, Karen Campitelli, Anthony Cavanagh, Brendan Crabb, Peter Currie, Rob Daly, Jane Dinn, Jenny Donelly, Megan Douglas, Nir Eynon, Josh Featherston, Wendy Fergie, Di Gillies, John Greenwood, Pierston Hawkins, Alastair Hick, Melissa Hilton, Garry Jennings, Anne Johnston, Tom Kay, Nick Lam, Mikael Martino, Edwina McGlinn, Joanne McKeown, Kristin Michaels, Lisa Mitchell, Robert Nethercote, Amber Skehan, , William Roman, Dianne Ruka, Mike Ryan, Anna Schulze, James Scuderi, Jeff Simpson, John Turnbull, Mimmie Watts, Matt Wenham, Morag Young, Jennifer Zenker, Marcus Zipper, AK Tareen (Peter Rogers), Andrew Power (Richard Dent), Alexander Kaiser (Dimitrios Salampasis), Kristine Hayes (David Hayes), Kate Prest (David Prest), Tom Spurling (Jim Barry), Vanessa Hall (John Peberdy), Abiola Akinbiyi (Peter Berg), Millicent Nink (Trevor Nink).
Member Anniversaries: Reg Smith (17) & Bill Pratt 17 - TODAY!), Chris Wang (37), Marg Leser (6), Berat Kaya (2).
Member Birthdays this week: Peter Hanlon, Stanley Ho.
On Duty: Sandra Hills, Reg Smith (Reception), Jan Moffatt (Raffle), John Peberdy (Photos) Karen Kim (MC), Philip Cornish (Reflection).
You are invited to attend the ROMAC Lei Day Fundraising Luncheon which will be held in a beautiful garden setting in Keilor on Saturday 31 May.
An email was circulated on 12 May 25 asking all Rotary Melbourne members to check their online Members Directory in preparation of the 2025/26 printed Directory. Updates are required by Friday 6 June. 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 Thank you to all of those members who have already responded.
Over 300 delegates from Districts 9800 and 9510 enjoyed this two-day conference in Adelaide over the weekend. Six represented Rotary Melbourne.
Thank you to Peter Dakin for your reflection on Wednesday 14 May 25 about Rotary Melbourne Groups.
Past President Robert Fisher moderated the global Rotary SAFE Families Mega Meeting 2 on Wednesday 14 May 25.
Tangly Ton, a Cambodian scholar supported by Rotary Melbourne and President Rotaract Club of Siem Reap, has provided an update on nearly completing his studies (University degree) along with details of recent Rotary projects to build a house for a lady with 4 children and delivering donated bicycles.
