MentorMatch facilitates the assimilation of international students into Australian social and business communities by expanding the international students’ social, community, and professional networks through mentoring.
Lord Mayor Sally Capp, and Honorary Rotary Melbourne member, has spoken at Melbourne Press Club about the city’s revitalisation, and the rollercoaster journey from being the most locked down city in the world to Australia’s busiest. Visit here to read about her presentation.
Past President Peter Dakin is one of 32 Rotary Melbourne members who experienced the May 1993 Rotary International Convention held in Melbourne. Peter shared some of that experience.
Welcome to this Newsletter where you will find out a little bit more about the District 9800 Paul Harris Society.
In lieu of the Presidents dinner this year we are planning a wonderful evening of fellowship and fine wine at CRU in Kew.
Buddy the cat was the champion tipper last week – this is how he does it – photo from his mum Deb Yin Foo
Congratulations Buddy on winning the $150 jackpot you can caviar to dinner tonight!!!
Who would have thought a cat could be a champion tipper!!!”
MITS (Melbourne Indigenous Transition School) has shared their latest newsletter here. Edward Tudor, Executive Director, mentions that 'our Year 7 and alumni students are travelling home – by jet, charter flight, train, minibus and car – to their homes in the NT and Victoria for a very well-earned break with family on Country. It’s remarkable to reflect on the fact that this term has been the first full term of school in Victoria since 2019!'
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Our guest speaker on Wednesday 6 April was Brendon Gale, CEO Richmond Football Club presenting on 'The Impact of Indigenous Reconciliation on Club Performance'.
View his presentation here.
On Sunday 10th April, Sharann Johnson and partner Mike Callander hosted a friendly Malvern Group barbecue lunch for 10 members and partners - totalling 15 in all.
Four years ago, under the inspiration of Past President Mary Barry, our New Member Mentoring Program was initiated. Since then, over 30 new members have been allocated among 15 of the trained mentors.
Joan Clemenger the beloved wife of our member Peter passed away on 16 January after a long illness.
A service of thanksgiving for the life of Joan Clemenger AO will be held at St John’s Anglican Church, 86 Clendon Road Toorak Tuesday 5th April at 11am. Refreshments afterwards at the Church Hall.
Those unable to attend can watch via livestream at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN—y1AHb7GrQL2BfxCiucMfKw
Rotary Melbourne member, Vaideek Chaudhary, has agreed to interview various members of the Club as part the Communications Committee idea to get to know members of the Club. Vaideek's first candidate is Jim Orchard.
Thank you to Peter Dakin for last week's reflection. A very appropriate reflection on reigniting fun and fellowship in Rotary Melbourne.
District Governor Elect, Mandi Wendt, gave us an update on District planning at last week's meeting.
President Nominee Catherine Baxter’s requested from the podium that members and guests consider supporting the RIMERN (Rotary Inner Melbourne Emergency Relief Network) wine for a van project & volunteering.
Our guest speaker on Wednesday 30 March was Trevor Jensen, Civil Aviation Consultant. Trevor’s aviation experience as a pilot and Senior Executive with many Australian and international airlines has translated into a successful career as an Aviation consultant.
View his presentation here.
This Week Wednesday 6 April 2022 - Lunch Meeting
Speaker Brendon Gale, CEO & ED Richmond Football Club
Topic ‘The Impact of Indigenous Reconciliation on Club Performance’
Venue No 35 Sofitel & ZOOM Online
Time: 1230 for 1250 - 2pm
PLEASE BOOK TODAY FOR CATERING PURPOSES
Register https://events.humanitix.com/rotary-melb-6-april
MentorMatch facilitates the assimilation of international students into Australian social and business communities by expanding the international students’ social, community, and professional networks through mentoring.
Ruth Martinez gave a presentation on WASH recently at the Wyndham Rotary Club.
Rotary Altona City invites members to an evening with Kevin Sheedy on 5 May.
The Wittner Golf Tournament continued this year at the Barwon Heads Golf Club. In attendance were Robin Reid, Phil Endersbee, Clive Weeks, David Carruthers, James Pullar and Doug Marshall.
Attached you will find our latest Conference Update full of content including the Program, Speaker topics, suggested Club Dinner venues, a Friday golf, and much more.
Click here to register.
Rotary Australia World Community Service Ltd (RAWCS) has established the National Flood Appeal via the Rotary Australia Relief Fund (RARF). Click HERE to find out how you can contribute.
