Quick spin Rotary style - Progress Leader

The Rotary Club of Hawthorn pulled out all stops for a group of special visitors.

Nine people from Rotary clubs in New Mexico and Texas visiued Boroondara as part of a friendship exchange last week.

Rotary Club of Hawthorn preseident Geoff Dumayne said the exchange helped to build greater internationsl understanding and goodwill between Rotarians.

The visitors learned about vocations in Australia, observed customs and cultures and developed an appreciation of cultural diversity, Mr Dumayne said.

The group also spent time at tourist spots including Phillip Island, Eildon, the Great Ocean Rd, Bendigo, Daylesford, Echuca and sporting mecca, the Melbourne Cricket Ground. 

Progress Leader - Tuesday 1st November 2011