The Balwyn Group had its summer lunch on Sunday 15 January at the lovely residence of Robin and Liz Reid. It was a perfect occasion enjoyed by all.
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 Bill Pickett if you can help: Email: bill@pickettconsulting.com.au Mob: 0408 390 558
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Did you know that there is a Rotary Tennis Tournament on prior to the RI Convention organised by our own members Garry Fowler, Stephen Rando and Peter Rogers (22-26 May 23). All abilities can register for the tournament. There is an opening Yarra River cocktail cruise on 22 May.
More information visit the website https://dasunpremadasa.wixsite.com/itfr2023
Enquiries to melbourne2023itfr@rotarymelbourne.org.au
The Rotary Southbank ESG Group invites you to their Australia Day event on Thursday 26 Jan 23.
Click HERE to view the newsletter from the District 9800 Foundation Committee with some exciting information on the work of the committee in District 9800.
Congratulations PP John Edmonds on being awarded the Probus Club of Melbourne President’s Award for Meritorious Service. This is in recognition of the long-standing contribution and service to the Probus club. The award will be presented by Rick Ladbury, President, on 16 March 23.
Topic Vocational Service Issues Panel – Managing Major Infrastructure Projects
Speaker Panel Barbara Yerondais, Nick Pelham, Jim Orchard, Moderator Richard Parker
Venue No35 Sofitel/Zoom
Price $53 (2 course lunch @ No35) / $10 Zoom only online access
At last week’s RIMERN field trip/meeting we all pitched in and volunteered for several hours.
To kick off Rotary Melbourne social events we will hold a Picnic at Rotary Park on Thursday 2nd February – so please pack your baskets, rugs and bring your champagne and chicken sandwiches for a great fellowship event.
Rotary Melbourne hopes you had a restful break and wishes you a happy and prosperous new year for 2023.
As a Rotary Melbourne member you maybe aware Rotary is extremely active in Sri Lanka and Past Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran (a close friend, who is also a member of the same Rotary Club in which I was once a member) is constantly raising the bar. By Suresh Marcandan.
Whether in good times or in bad, the tiny island nation of Sri Lanka never fails to disappoint when hosting international events. This is particularly so when it comes to Rotary events, and hence the recent visit of RIP Jennifer Jones on her “Imagine Tour” of Sri Lanka, was no exception. By Suresh Marcandan.
Fiona Lange, University of Melbourne IEHU has provided an update on latest incidence data of trachoma in indigenous communities.
25 January Vocational Service Issues Panel - Managing Major Infrastructure Projects
Register https://events.humanitix.com/rotarymelbourne-25jan
Iconic RCM event showcasing our own member's expertise.
Next Meeting Wednesday 18 January 23 – RIMERN Volunteer Day
Join us at RIMERN warehouse for a tour and volunteer day
Time 11am for some volunteering, packing, sorting etc..
At 12.30 we will break for refreshments and hear about the project.
Venue RIMERN (Rotary Inner Melbourne Emergency Relief Network), 32-34 Lincoln St, Brunswick East VIC 3057
Price Your time - Free
Register: https://events.humanitix.com/rotarymelbourne-18jan.
This month the Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group (ESRAG) ESRAG January 2023 Volume 7 Issue 7 features an article titled 'Rotarians Protecting the Air We Need to Live'.
Trevor, Peter, Deb (and David) had a good Second Bite 🍎🥦🥖 collection on Sunday, both in terms of quantity and quality. We had 3 boxes of egg plant, 3 boxes of mango, many bananas, onions, potatoes and lots of bread. It filled up the SUV. We then dropped the collection at the Salvation Army.
At last week's Rotary Melbourne meeting Sandy Knight, Montreal-Westward Rotary Club exchanged banners with President Adrian. Sandra also invited any Rotary Melbourne members who may be visiting Montreal in the future to make contact with her club.
This year’s Christmas Appeal supports Rochester Flood recovery efforts. So far we have exceeded the goal set thanks to the generosity of lunch attendees and members from afar.
We heard from Heather Watson, President of Rotary Rochester how the floods have impacted and how grateful they are of the support. Only 100 of the 1000 homes in Rochester have NOT been inundated by water! Thank you.
Tax deductible Donations can be still be made via Give Now. https://www.givenow.com.au/rotarymelbxmasrochesterflood.
The Rotary office will be closed for the period 19 December reopening on 16 January 2023. In this time urgent matters can be referred to President Adrian Nelson or Honorary Secretary John Saunders.
To all Club members wishing you a happy and safe festive season full of warmth and joy. The Club through you, the members, has activated and it has been a pleasure to work with you to improve the lives of many.
I am grateful of your kindness.
Merry Christmas, Jo
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At last week's meeting on 14 December 22, Aviv Palti, the President of Rotary Passport Melbourne (RPM), spoke about their unique club which has members in 6 countries, all working on in-country projects and collaborating for greater impact.
