At the Rotary Melbourne meeting on 21 June 23 we witnessed the presentation of a Paul Harris Fellow 4 Sapphire Award to Jim Orchard 'in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given for the furtherance of better understanding and friendly relations among peoples of the world'. Congratulations Jim.
Peter Berg has passed on the following information in relation to a research study being conducted by La Trobe University into treating knee pain.
Rotary Melbourne Club’s Past President Dr Peter Rogers was one of the first students who attended Monash University’s campus in 1961 when its buildings were surrounded by paddocks. An article appeared recently in the North West City News on Peter.
At the recent 2023 Rotary International Convention in Melbourne, members of the Zone 8 Regionalisation Pilot Steering Group presented a breakout session to attendees interested in finding out more about the pilot.
Melbourne Rotary welcomed and inducted Berat Kaya into the Club on 24 May 2023. Currently Berat is completing his double degree in Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology from RMIT. Berat is looking forward to connecting with more Rotarians and using his skills further to promote Rotary and continuing his ongoing community engagement.
Rotary Melbourne members may be interested to read the latest Zone 8 Rotary on the Move May edition HERE.
The Evening team turned on another outstanding Evening Conversation on 14 June 23, featuring Manon Beauchamp-Tardieu, Founder and Managing Director, Little Green Panda who spoke on the Topic ‘The Future of Sustainable Packaging'.
Vice Presidents Reporting Day
Guest Speaker Vice Presidents Catherine Baxter
Topic 'Imagine Rotary'
Date/Time Wednesday 21 June 12.30 for 12.50 – 2.00pm
Venue No35 Restaurant Sofitel Hotel on Collins also Online via Zoom
Price $53 (2 course lunch @ No35) / $10 Zoom only online access
Registration: https://events.humanitix.com/rotary-melbourne-21june
President Adrian announced that there had been an abundance of members and friends of the Club honoured at this year’s Kings Birthday announcements
Nominations for the Rotary Melbourne Vocational Service Award are now open and members are invited to submit names of qualified community leaders who have demonstrated distinguished Vocational Service by 30 August 2023.
Congratulations to our club's King's Birthday Honours recipients announced 12th June 2023!
This is your last opportunity to update your Rotary Melbourne Members Directory entry in preparation of the 2023/24 printed Directory. Updates are required by Friday 17 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.
Have you ever thought about the great network that you could advertise your company to. Rotary Melbourne is currently seeking advertisers for the next edition of the members Directory 23-24. The cost to advertise is $880 for colour and $440 for B&W full page advert. Contact Jo at the office if you are interested.
On Tuesday 30 May 23, on a #70 tram to Swan Street (between 9 - 9.30), a square Paul Harris pin was found. If its yours please contact Jo in the Rotary Melbourne office.
Past Rotary Melbourne member Ian Evans has sent the attached invitiation to Rotary Melbourne members to join him when he becomes President of Rotary Club of Nunawading at the changeover dinner on Friday 30 June 23.
As we approach the end of each Rotary year, we ask members to make a donation to ensure we can continue our work in the community. As a Rotarian your support of our Foundations and your service are imperative and valuable.
Support the RCM Foundation. Tax deductible donations available.
Thank you to Trevor Nink for reading Ruth Carlos Martinez reflection on Wednesday 7 June 23.
Katie hit the ground running after her Tullamarine arrival, attending the Rotary Melbourne’s Welcome cocktail function at the Windsor Hotel.
At the Rotary Melburne meeting on 7 June 23 we witnessed the presentation of a Paul Harris Fellow Award to Robert McGuirk in recognition of Robert’s dedicated efforts over several years to deliver the Peace Bells to be installed in the Rotary Melbourne Peace Park and the End Trachoma Project. Congratulations Robert.
At the meeting on Wednesday 7 June the Guest Speaker was Ian Hamm, Chairperson First Nations Foundation
Our Honorary Life Member Peter McCall OAM has been recognised by the Order of St John of Jerusalem Knights Hospitaller for his professional life and contributions to the community.
Our Club Meeting Photographers need some additional volunteers. The aim is to have sufficient photographers so that you would only be scheduled every two or three months to take photos at our weekly meeting.
You do not have to be an expert photographer. We have guidelines which describe what is required, and we will provide induction / additional support for all new volunteers. It is a great opportunity to help develop your photographic skills and get involved in recording the history of our Club!
Please advise Jo Mavros in the office if you are interested in this great opportunity.
Wednesday 28 June 2023 – Presidents Chanegover Lunch - Partner Day
Speakers: President Adrian Nelson & President Elect Chris Sotiropoulos
Time: 12.45 -1400 @ Latrobe Dining Room, Sofitel Melbourne
Registration: https://events.humanitix.com/rotary-melbourne-28june
Note: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
PP Robert Fisher has provided an update on the Corporate Member RedR Tonga project.
