The Glenferrie Rotarian July 17th 2023 (Jul 17, 2023)

President's Message

Posted by Mark Howlett

Voluntarily working for the benefit of others for over 40 years is beyond my imagination. It was so inspiring to hear of the efforts of John Suriano as we inducted him into honorary membership. And the club has many other members and past members who have contributed for decades. In a world where news and discussion is often questioning the quality of humanity, it is such a privilege to be surrounded by givers; thank you. Our more experienced members have set a high bar for newbies to follow!

Welcome to Rotary Lawrie Mann

The Rotary Club of Glenferrie welcomed new member Lawrie Mann into the Rotary family at the club meeting on July 11th. Lawrie, who was nominated for membership by David Fallick, has been admitted to the Vocational Classification, Formerly Transport. Before retiring some years ago, Lawrie was HR Manager at APT, the global Australian travel company.

Lawrie has already been active on club projects, particularly at RIMERN, where his driving skills and readiness to volunteer have already contributed a great deal. Welcome to Rotary Lawrie. We look forward to sharing much fun and friendship as we work alongside you to Do Good in the World.

President Mark Howlett inducted Lawrie Mann into Rotary at his first meeting as Club President July 11th. Welcome to Rotary Lawrie!

PP John Suriano Recognised with Honorary Membership

The Rotary Club of Glenferrie has recognised the considerable contribution to Rotary of PP John Suriano, awarding him Honorary Membership of the club. PP John was inducted as an Honorary Member at the club meeting on July 11th by President Mark, following a unanimous vote by the club board.

John Suriano joined Rotary on February 23rd,1982, admitted to the Vocational Classification " Education and Training". He was President of the club for 1990-1991, when the RI Presidential Theme was "Honor Rotary with Faith and Enthusiasm". He is a Paul Harris Fellow with two sapphires. In John's year as President, a notable project the club delivered was to raise money and provide wheelchairs to two disabled people nominated by the Hawthorn City Council.

Speaker Bill Reid and the Alma Doepel

Posted by Ian Dobson

Bill spoke about the history of the Alma Doepel and its restoration. Over the last 10 years this tall ship has been undergoing a full restoration in Docklands. The two biggest hurdles have been a lack of funds and the COVID lockdown.

The aim of the restoration is to in 2024 begin to offer Youth Sail Training programs on the Alma Doepel. This program is unique in that it offers real life activities delivering valuable life skills, team building, generation of confidence and self-esteem to youth, by learning to sail a traditional tall ship.

Bill, as President of the Alma Doepel Supporters Club, requested our assistance in this restoration.

Bill Reid (President of the Alma Doepel

Supporters Club) and Ian Dobson

Do You know someone who inspires and amazes you?

Nominations for Australian of the Year close 31st July 2023. For 63 years, the Australian of the Year Awards celebrate a group of amazing Australians who go above and beyond for their communities.

By putting someone forward, your nomination will show that the efforts of a fellow Australian have not gone unnoticed. It only takes one nomination to elevate their voice, help them access more support or give them the recognition they deserve.

RI President 2023 - 2024 - Gordon McInally

Dear Rotary member,

Even as we face new and serious challenges, Rotary takes care of its members and those we serve, works to build lasting peace, and embeds belonging and inclusion in everything we do. That is why I am asking everyone in Rotary to Create Hope in the World.

You can start by telling people about what Rotary means to you. Use these graphics on your favorite social media platform and add text or a video about your Rotary experience to share why you’re proud to be a Rotary member.

Singapore RI May 2024

LoL

Posted by Peter Harries

People are making end of the world jokes like there's no tomorrow.

A girl said she recognized me from her vegetarian club, but I’d never met herbivore.

Dad, are we pyromaniacs? Yes, we arson.

I've always had an irrational fear of speed bumps but I'm slowly getting over it.

Jul 18, 2023 6:37 PM

Students from Loreto Mandeville Hall

MUNA

MUNA stands for Model United Nations Assembly, which simulates the workings of the UN Assembly by having teams of two senior students from each of a number of schools represent a particular UN country in debates on matters of world political and social concern.

Our team this year was from Loreto Mandeville Hall. It consisted of 3 students: Lucinda Carr, Sophia Hanneberry and Felicia Du

Jul 25, 2023 6:30 PM

Jemimah Ashleigh

Puri Bhartu Orphanage

Aug 08, 2023 6:40 PM

Dharmendra Yadav

Joeys Foundation

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Club Dinner Meeting
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Jul 18, 2023 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Salvation Army Bread Run
Baker's Delight
Jul 20, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Club Dinner Meeting
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Jul 25, 2023 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Salvation Army Bread Run
Baker's Delight
Jul 27, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Boroondara Farmers Market
Patterson Reserve
Jul 29, 2023 7:00 AM – 1:15 PM

Salvation Army Bread Run
Baker's Delight
Aug 03, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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