The Rotary Melbourne 0808 Committee works to honour the legacy of our second Club President, General Sir John Monash, and the achievements of the Australian Corps in World War I.
Each year, the Committee organises Rotary Melbourne’s involvement in the 0808 Ceremony at the Shrine of Remembrance on 8 August and collaborates with the Spirit of Australia Foundation for the Monash Commemorative Service held at the Parliament of Victoria.
As part of these commemorations, our club meeting closest to 8 August features the presentation of the Monash Medal to an eminent Australian who exemplifies leadership and service in the spirit of Sir John Monash.
Last week’s meeting was the awarding of the Monash Medal to Prof Emer Peter Darvall AO FTSE FIE Aust
You can view the full recording of the meeting HERE.
As we take a break for the holidays, President Adrian reflects on the year at Rotary Melbourne.
President Marion said: "We know a lot about Sir John Monash in our club so on a day when we celebrate the Monash Medal it was tricky to find something that our club might not know."
The Rotary Melbourne meeting on Wednesday 7 August 24 the guest speaker was The Hon Josh Frydenberg, speaking on the topic ‘2024 Monash Medal Presentation and Address'.
Peter Davis our Director of Corporate Issues, chaired last week's historic awarding of the Sir John Monash Medal to Jillian Segal AO. History making because it was the first time in the 10 years of Rotary Melbourne's Sir John Monash Medal for Members to be meeting online. Well done to all who assisted to make this meeting so special.
Thanks to PP Robert Fisher for his special Reflection presented to last week's meeting.
The Rotary Melbourne meeting on Wednesday 31 July 24 the guest speaker was Dr Kim Houghton, Chief Economist, Regional Australia Institute, speaking on the topic ‘Regional Economic Insights'.
The Spirit of Australia Foundation, in conjunction with Rotary Melbourne, have organised several events to commemorate the Battle of Amiens and Sir John Monash's leadership. Members are invited to attend any one of the events commemorating and recognising Sir John Monash our 2nd President. Click here to view the events.
The Spirit of Australia Foundation have organised several events to commemorate the Battle of Amiens and Sir John Monash's leadership. Members are invited to attend any one of the events commemorating and recognising Sir John Monash our 2nd President. Click here to view the events during August 23.
Wednesday, 28 April 2021 – Lunch Meeting – Online Only
Topic Monthly Members Lunch including a Centenary Peace Presentation
Time 12.50 for 13.00-14.00
Venue Online via ZOOM only
Registration: https://events.humanitix.com/rc-melbourne-weekly-meeting-28th-april
Topic: A must not miss! Members lunch with a very special Centenary Peace presentation from our friends and colleagues from France. You will be taken on a sojourn to France, via a beautifully curated video from France Australia ICC members, and of RC Amiens, RC Amiens Valle de Somme and RC Amiens 3 Valles. A very special and moving acknowledgement and appreciation of the ANZACS and Sir John Monash (our 2nd President) and to enduring friendship.
If you know someone that has an interest in the ANZACS and General Sir John Monash why not invite them to this free online lunch.
Presentation of the 2025 Monash Medal to Dr Robert Webster OAM
Topic: Monash Medal 2025
Wednesday 6th of August 2025
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
No 35, Sofitel on Collins
Also Online via Zoom
Event
Artistic Director, Founder of MTO and Chair of our Arts Committee - congratulations to David Kram who conducted two concerts in Amiens and Villers Bretonneux with standing ovations!
Picture: Chair Peter Davis, Michael Bennett, Pres Robert, Tim Fischer AC with Citation and Medal.
This Week Wednesday 10 Aug – Hybrid Lunch Meeting
Guest Speaker Emeritus Professor Peter Darvall AO FTSE FIEAust
Topic 2022 Monash Medal
Venue No35 Sofitel & ZOOM
Time/Venue: 12.30 for 12.50-1400 - Lunch - @ Sofitel No35 and Zoom
Register https://events.humanitix.com/rotary-melbourne-10-aug
Thank you to Stephen Lake for reflection for last week's reflection on Wednesday 9 August 2023.
Guest Speaker The Hon Josh Frydenberg
Topic 2024 Monash Medal Presentation and Address
Date/Time Wednesday 7 August 12.30 for 12.50 – 2.00pm
Venue No35 Restaurant Sofitel Hotel on Collins also Online via Zoom
Price Lunch $62 +BF via Zoom $10
Register https://events.humanitix.com/rotary-melb-7-aug
The meeting on Wednesday 1 March was a Members meeting and we heard about the Piggery Project in PNG, the Bionics Institute and up update on the International Convention in May.
On behalf of the 0808 Committee, all Rotarians are invited: 0808@0800 – Commemorating The 95th Anniversary of the Australian Victory at the Battle of Amiens, 8 Aug 1918 by the Australian Army Corps led by Sir John Monash, Lieutenant-General, Commander. Australian Corps. The photo shows Melbourne Chamber Choir led by David Kram last year.
Guest Speaker Em. Prof. Peter Darvall AO FTSE FIE Aust
Topic Monash Medal 2022
Time 12.30 for 12.50-2.00pm
Venue No35 Sofitel on Collins
Price $53 (2course lunch @ No35)
$10 Zoom only online access
More information & Registration Link
Event
The following article appeared in 'The Australian' on 6 August 24 on the presentation of the Rotary Melbourne 2024 Monash Medal to The Hon Josh Frydenberg.
Thank you to Past President Peter Dakin for last week's reflection on Wednesday 24 April 24.
I have sad news to relay of the peaceful passing of former distinguished member Bill Charlton on Monday evening.
