We gather together on the lands of the traditional custodians, the Wurundjeri and Woi Wurrung people. We pay our respects to all of Melbourneโs First Peoples, to their ancestors and Elders, and to our shared future together.
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I was thrilled for the membersโ response to the โEach one bring oneโ at our last meeting. A total of 9 prospective members attended (pictured above). Thank you to Adrian Campbell, George de Souza, Murray Anderson, Teresa Molella and David Baker for their respective guests. I too brought along a guest.
A selected number of projects were showcased by our committee leaders as part of Club Assembly. This was a fantastic opportunity to share the stories beyond our immediate membership.
I believe this is great way to introduce potential members to the club and build awareness of the worthy projects being delivered by Committees. Not all Committee Chairs were represented. There will be further opportunities to hear from other committees as we continue the fortnightly routine of committee presentations.
The message Iโd like to leave with you is โeach one bring oneโ is a call to action for members at each and every club meeting. Please keep this in mind when socialising with friends, colleagues and members. I look forward to meeting your contacts at future meetings.
A reminder that if you are unable to attend meetings, all meetings (except offsite and/or fellowship nights) are broadcasted live on Zoom. Our meetings are essentially hybrid meetings and you and your family are most welcome to attend on Zoom. The Zoom link is published on each meeting Registration invitation or see Secretary Justine.
As advised by Adrian Campbell at our meeting, Myeloma month will be in March this year and on Sunday 5 March at 11:00 am, the national 38mate Walk will be held. This coincides with the Hawthorn Makers Market and the walk will begin at its location at the Boroondara Town Hall, along Glenferrie Road and back. Admission fee is $20 and Myeloma tee shirts and 38mate caps will be available for sale at $20 each. A reminder will be emailed to all members. I hope you can support this worthy cause.
Thank you, Jeevan Vasimalla, Kristina Nicol, Nadia Hamilton, and Nav for assisting at the last Camberwell Sunday Market.
Next week a report of John Walmlsey and Justine Paragreenโs recent visit to Timor Lester to oversee a water project financially supported by a club consortium, will be presented.
Happy anniversary and a big congratulations to Graeme and Sue Hope, who celebrated a wonderful 50 years of marriage on February 2nd.
Graeme and Sue, from all at the club, a great round of applause and standing ovation for this tremendous achievement, and may the next chapter bring you just as much joy.
38mate Club Walk for Myeloma | 5th March 2023
Hawthorn Makers Market
SAVE THE DATE
All Club members can join our Hawthorn Makers Market team at Hawthorn Town Hall on Sunday 5th March - it's the second highest fundraising vehicle the Club has & involves over 60 stallholders promoting their craft - please support it - and also participate in a leisurely walk down Glenferrie Rd at 11am to raise awareness for those living with myeloma.
You can register to walk on the myeloma website for $20 per person - www.myeloma.org.au - follow the 38mate prompts, to "Hawthorn Vic Walk"
Both maroon and white TEAM MYELOMA tees are available here as well in most sizes ($30 ) and white 38mate baseball caps ($25) - but please order before 24th Feb to ensure delivery before the walk on 5th March.
We will bring extra caps and tees to the market stall to purchase on the day - to ensure you can kit out to help build myeloma awareness during the walk.
All families and pooches are welcome - as well as all Rotarians.
It also coincides with the Glenferrie Festival Day on 5th March - so there will be road closures along this section of Glenferrie Rd to open it up for the festival and other community stallholders - expect music and good food options as well - so arrive early to secure any parking or come by train.
Be there or be square - let's hope for a good sunny day.
All other queries - contact Adrian on 0431 146 530
An exclusive event to follow the Australian Open, but played with super-sized racquets and special rules. It is a fun networking day that captures the excitement of the Australian Open, in its home ground, whilst raising funds and awareness for mental health programs (for disadvantaged children and disaster affected communities).
As part of this bold initiative, Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott, AO will appear as our guest speaker, Friday 24 March 2023 at Melbourne Park.
Join us fighting for mental health support and register your team of two. This is your chance to be part of Melbourneโs inaugural โThe Big Serveโ Tennis event.
Welcome assistants at major entrance venues to Melbourne as well as the two Convention venues Rod Laver Arena , Melbourne Convention and Entertainment Centre as well as the various Event venues during the Convention.
Marshalls at the Convention venues.
Assistance for Delegates at the major Melbourne accommodation Hotels and Motels.
VIP transport
Assistants in the House of Friendship
Assistants at the Host Organisation Office - providing general information to delegates
The Rotary Leadership Institute Program presents a wonderful opportunity for experienced Rotarians, new members and indeed people interested in finding out more about Rotary to take some time to experience the history, current and new initiatives related to this great organisation we call Rotary.
Part 1 and 2: Saturday 4 March at 10am for 90 minutes
Part 3: Saturday 18 March at 10am for one hour
Part 4: Saturday 25 March at 10am for one hour
To register email Jane Pennington
Jane.Pennington@rotary9800.org by 28 February.
There is a limit of 20 people for each program.
Rotary Peace Fellows use their training to amplify their work at the local, regional, or global level. Clubs and districts can partner with them on peacebuilding initiatives before, during, and after their fellowships.
But we need your help finding candidates. Rotary and Rotaract members can get involved by:
Taking the All About the Rotary Peace Fellowship course to learn about the qualification criteria, eligibility restrictions, the application process, and more
Forwarding the fellowship announcement to your contacts and including it in club and district communications
Using our referral form to tell us about potential candidates so we can contact them
Sharing a PowerPoint presentation about the fellowships with your club members and community
This great day of music, from 1pm to 10pm is happening on 17 March at the Seafarers Mission in Docklands, and Rotarian, Sue Foley's band, Bhan Tre, is performing at 9pm.
The event raises money for Rotary Mental health programs through Australian Rotary Health and Foundation.
If you just canโt get there you may still like to get some raffle tickets or just make a donation to this very worthy cause.
If you have any questions please call Sue on 0418 557 751
Hope to see you there and please share with your friends and family!
