The Glenferrie Rotarian October 30th 2023 (Oct 30, 2023)

President's Message

Posted by Mark Howlett

I thought to mention to everyone this week to remember that Rotary is an international organisation. Many of our members have visited clubs while travelling internationally, most recently Geoff and Kaye Widmer in Norway. In all cases we are welcomed and encouraged to engage with Rotarians from other nations and unique cultures.

I will be travelling on a motorcycle through India in January 2024 in an organised tour with Rotarians.

Farmer's Market - Emergency Services Family Fun Day

With fine weather and Council’s Emergency Services Family Fun Day running adjacent, we had a great attendance of around 1200 patrons at the Boroondara Farmers Market on 21st October.We had every chair possible set out in the ’Shady Nook” area, and yet there were still lots of people sitting happily on the grass.

Club Meeting Report - Member Behind the Badge - Maria Pantling

Posted by Peter Moore

On 24^th we had Maria Pantling as Member Behind the Badge. Maria told us an enthralling story of being born in war torn Europe to Ukrainian parents who had fled to Poland, then fled to Czechoslovakia and then Germany, in efforts to avoid both the Communists and the Nazis. Her family finally made it to Australia via a refugee camp.

Club Visit to RIMERN Thursday 21st November

Posted by Alex Marshall

The Board has suggested that we have our usual Tuesday evening meeting at RIMERN on 21st November. The visit will allow members to see the progress that has occurred at this important community program, that we have been part of since November 2021.

Susie Cole, one of the instigators of RIMERN, will give a brief presentation.

The evening will commence with complementary refreshments (RIMERN wine available) at 6.00pm.

We will then move to the Darebin RSL for dinner at 7.00pm. Partners are very welcome.

More information to come in the Rotarian. ### So please save the Date ##

Anita Morkans, Michael Hills, Alex

Marshall, Paul Shekleton & David

Fallick

Bendigo Conference 2024 - Earlybird Bookings

Friday Dinner at the Bendigo Conference

Posted by Anita Morkans

Will you be attending the District 9800 Conference in Bendigo next April?

If so, you may like to join your fellow Glenferrie Rotarians, along with some partners, for dinner on the Friday night.

We have booked The Rifle Brigade Hotel. A historic building with charming ambience, as well as extensive food and drinks menus. No set dinner for this occasion; just make your own choice on the evening. The hotel is conveniently located in View Street, almost opposite the Bendigo Art Gallery.

Press read more for booking details.

Juiia's Rose

Posted by Wayne Worladge

I first saw this most unusual rose over ten years ago when working on a Rotary Open Garden Day. My posting was in Malvern and this rose was in the front garden.I made a mental note to get one and belying the fate of most of my mental notes, it stuck, and I bought one.
It struggled and did not survive transplanting when we downsized.

Rotary Statement on the Conflict in Israel and Gaza

Recognizing there has been protracted suffering in the long history of conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza, Rotary International urges all parties to seek avenues to peace.

At the same time, we unequivocally condemn the horrific attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians and are appalled at the number of people who have been injured, killed, and kidnapped.

As the war between Israel and Hamas intensifies, we remain deeply concerned about the potential for further escalation as well as the loss of life and the humanitarian crisis that is occurring in Gaza. We denounce the violence against innocent civilians and support upholding international humanitarian law.

LoL

Oct 31, 2023 6:15 PM

Fay Kirkwood

Rotarians for Bees

Faye has been a Rotarian for 13 years, including Club President four times, at Rotary Club of Caulfield.

Faye has been a bee keeper for 10 years. Looking after The RC Caulfield’s Bees, it being the only Rotary Club registered as beekeepers.

Faye and her husband did their bee care training at the Doncaster Beekeepers Club, now the Beekeepers Club Inc.

Faye is also a team member of ESRAG Oceania - Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group, which includes Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands.

Nov 14, 2023 6:30 PM

PDG Murray Verso

The Rotary Foundation - The Engine Room of Rotary

Nov 21, 2023 6:30 PM

Jemimah Ashleigh

Puri Bhartu Orphanage

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Club Dinner Meeting
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Oct 31, 2023 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Salvation Army Bread Run
Baker's Delight
Nov 02, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Boroondara Farmers Market
Patterson Reserve
Nov 04, 2023 7:00 AM – 1:15 PM

Bunnings BBQ for Sierra Leone
Bunnings Warehouse
Nov 04, 2023 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salvation Army Bread Run
Baker's Delight
Nov 09, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Club Dinner Meeting
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Nov 14, 2023 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM

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