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The Annual GeneralMeeting (“AGM”) of the Members of the Rotary Club of Glenferrie ABN 81 037 600 993 (“Club”) will be held on Wednesday 26th November 2025 at 7.00pm AEST by Zoom.
To see the Notice of Meeting: click here
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To read the Annual Report, click on the image at right.
Rotary’s enduring commitment to peace lies at the heart of its mission, to foster understanding, goodwill, and harmony among all people. Through action both locally and globally, Rotary works to address the root causes of conflict, nurture peace leaders, and support initiatives such as the Rotary Peace Centres, which since 2002 have prepared thousands of professionals dedicated to advancing peace worldwide.
Rotary holds a proud place in history, having contributed to the founding of the United Nations in 1945, and continues that legacy today through active engagement in international climate conferences and global partnerships—recognising that lasting peace and a sustainable planet are inseparable. To mark this shared commitment to peace, in our world, in our communities and in our lives, Glenferrie Rotarians will assemble with students at Loreto Mandeville Hall on Remembrance Day 2025 in a ceremony to dedicate Australian Peace Pole No. 482, joining a global network now exceeding 300,000 peace poles worldwide. Let Peace Grow in our Hearts.
The Sumba Eye Program, coordinated by Foresight Australia, is an International Service project in Indonesia long supported by the Rotary Club of Glenferrie jointly with the Rotary Club of Kew. Led by Glenferrie Rotarian PP Dr. Mark Ellis AM, the visit by the team in October 2025 achieved some major milestones towards establishing a permanent eye clinic at the RSUD Waikabubak Hospital in West Sumba. This achievement will be the culmination of many years of dedicated work in the service of one of the most underserved regions of Indonesia. To read the full trip report - Click here.
Glenferrie Rotarians past and present, along with partners, friends, and supporters, gathered in style at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club on October 22nd to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Glenferrie’s Charter, originally granted on the same date in 1975.
A full house of 130 guests enjoyed an evening filled with memories, laughter, and good cheer, honouring the club’s proud history while looking confidently to the future. For half a century, Rotary Glenferrie has delivered outstanding projects in the service of humanity, and the spirit in the room left no doubt that the next fifty years will be just as bright.
Just back from another eye camp for the Sumba Eye Program undertaken at Waikabubak Public Hospital. This was in cooperation with Perdami NTT who operated on all the cases. We had Dr Saphira, who is the first ophthalmologist for West Sumba and Dr Nita who is presently in East Sumba as well as Dr Vivivanti from Kupang. There was a lot of technology transfer occurring. It was great to meet up with all the Eye Care Nurses whom we had organised their training.
Glenferrie Rotarians lend a hand at Power Assist Basketball, supporting fun, friendship, and community connection.
Chris Raw and Amelia Hamer joined the action at Power Assist Basketball on Friday October 3rd, helping out on the door with payments and registrations. Their friendly smiles and helping hands made sure players and supporters could enjoy a smooth start to an evening of fun, friendship, and inclusive sport.
Rotary Action Groups have a lot to teach about volunteer organizing
Contributions will support projects around the globe, including a robust recommitment to the fight to end polio
Rotary’s History in KoreaThe first Rotary club in Korea was chartered in Seoul on 10 November 1927. Since then, Rotary members in Korea have maintained their commitment to fellowship, service, and leadership through difficult times —
PDG Julie Mason AO, of the Rotary Club of Wyndham, has enjoyed a distinguished career both as an educator and as a Rotarian. She currently serves as Chair of the District 9800 Rotary Foundation Committee, and also leads the District’s Annual Giving and Vocational Training Teams programs. During Rotary Foundation Month, Julie will speak about Rotary’s own award-winning charity — The Rotary Foundation — highlighting the remarkable work being achieved by Rotarians around the world through its support, and how the Foundation can assist the Rotary Club of Glenferrie in advancing its own service goals.
