It was with great sadness to hear of the death of our highly respected Member Barry Rawlings. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the New Peninsula Church, Mt Martha (Craigie Road, Mt Martha) next Thursday 8 November at 2:00PM.
Guest Speakers: 2018 Awardees Kevin and Rhonda Butler "BlazeAid".
Chairperson: Cynthia Edgell
Not two but three "Max's" enjoyed the tasting at last week's Club meeting staged by Rob Dolan Wines representatives. Order your wines: Wine_Flyer_2018_f_Editable_1.pdf
President Robert received the following thank you from Carolyn Bowditch this week. Arts Access Victoria were thrilled with the "Ignite" Project which our Arts Committee organised so well and was supported by our Members. Thank you Arts Committee and those who attended!
Richard Fowler presented a report to Members at last week's luncheon meeting. Seen here from left: President Robert, Adriano de Jesus (Tom Bosco's Baucau facility) and Richard Fowler.
Wednesday, 7 November lunch meeting, we will meet our Sir John Reid Community Service Awardees for 2018. Kevin and Rhonda Butler, BlazeAid will receive this Award in recognition of their devotion to community welfare over a lengthy period without remuneration.
The 2018 Festive Wine Offer is happening! Not only will you be able to have a free taste on Wednesday, but you will be able to place your Order for a selection of beautiful Rob Dolan wines. So perfect for the oncoming "Silly Season" and delivered to your door!
Luke Belfield was inducted on 24 October with the classification STATE GOVT - CAPITAL INFRASTRUCTURE. Luke works for the Dept of Premier & Cabinet. In his current role he is responsible for the VicGov Infrastructure budget (in excess of $75bn of projects).
Ian Ross’s 45 year membership was recognised at lunch this week...Mandi Wendt is seen here congratulating Ian.
Hearty congratulations to Phil Endersbee and Doug Marshall completing their fundraising 2,800 km Rotary in Action's - "Male Bag Ride for Prostate Cancer".
Topic: “A Brief History of the Melbourne Cup – and why it Matters”
Chairperson: Bruce Davidson
Great news for this excellent youth project supported by Bernie and Quin Scalzo - our Welfare of the Young. Attached is the video which references Brotherhood of St Laurence and employers. https://www.ttwcommunity.com.au/employers/
Gladys, we wish you well! Preselected Thursday night and endorsed Friday morning for the Federal seat of Chisholm!
A huge thank you to our President Robert for organising for Melbourne Town Hall to be ablaze in red lighting to highlight "End Polio Now Day" 24 October 2018. This proved to be highly successful in showcasing Melbourne Rotary too. 1,000 "Likes" on Facebook in 24 hours!
The Sir John Reid Award is being presented to Kevin and Rhonda Butler, founders of BlazeAid. This volunteer organisation repairs and replaces fences in rural communities that have been affected by natural disasters.
Second Bite needs volunteers ..... Numbers have dwindled! Our volunteer in the picture is Zoe Mavros collecting 8 tubs of meat and poultry last Sunday for Second Bite.
David is seen here at last week's meeting with Auslan Interpreter Sarah Howell delivering the Annual Financial Statements for year ended 30 June 2018.
Last Wednesday’s lunch was very special as the whole event was interpreted with Brent Phillips presentation in Auslan being voiced for us by Melissa Martin, and all notices et al being interpreted in Auslan for our deaf guests by Sarah Howell.
Speaker: Alberto Calderon Chief Executive Officer, Orica - PhD Econ, M Phil Econ, JD Law, BA Econ
Chairperson: Kerry Kornhauser
Note: Please make a lunch booking with Jo for this meeting
Little boy gets a painted nail to convey he has been now vaccinated against Polio.
