I believe that inclusion, diversity and equality are of paramount importance in this world at this very troubling time.
On a brighter note, I do hope as many of you can bring your partner or just yourself and enjoy a casual lunch (of your decision) at Auburn Hotel, next Tuesday 11 March. I have booked for 16 so I would appreciate an email from you if you can attend.
Onwards and Upwards!
My quote for the week:'People say nothing is impossible, but I do nothing every day.'– A. A. Milne
NEXT WEEK
Join us for a lovely lunch (open menu) at the Auburn Hotel, 85 Auburn Road, Hawthorn at 12.30 pm Tuesday, 11 March.
Rotary SAFE Families – Building a Culture of Peace Globally - International Mega Meeting – Friday 7 March at 11.00 am AEDT Register Here: https://bit.ly/4h71B1o
Tuesday, 11 March: Auburn Hotel for a social lunch and fellowship
Katrina Flinn, World of Difference Social Impact Tour of Cambodia – Tuesday 18 March at Kooyong
March 25 – Zoom with Evie Flynn (returned Exchange student from France) and Dr Gula Behzen – CEOAfghan Women’s Organisation
Awarding our Annual Service to Senior’s Award with CEO Senior’s Rights Vic. & COTA – Ben Rogers as Guest Speaker – Special Guest – Mayor of Boroondara, Sophie Torney - 1 April at Kooyong
April 15 - Special guest, Michael Headberry, Sir John Monash Humanitarian, at our ANZAC theme meeting at Kooyong
April 29 is a meeting where you must bring a guest. Grandchild, child, friend or foe! We shall be entertained with a Believe It Or Not!
More fun and enjoyment:
Our Changeover Dinner will be a 'not to miss' event when we celebrate Ian Bentley as our President 2025-26 – Please diarise this date!
Our Home-Hosting Dinner has had to be rescheduled and we are waiting for our 5 Home Hosts to co-ordinate a dinner date that works.
Our much anticipated adventures at Beechworth and Milawa on 18-20 November. Note: This adventure already has 20 'adventurers' booked. Please contact Noel Halford immediately if you would like to join us.
Noel’s Adventures are very popular so we are nearly fully booked 9 months ahead!
CLUB ANNOUNCEMENTS
Who Am I? Email or message David Pisterman with your answer to this month’s Quiz. A prize is waiting for the winner at our lunch meeting 18 March.
Clue 1: My hearing has definately improved!
Clue 2: My wife is also a Rotarian.
Clue 3: Books – bit of a collector.
CONGRATULATIONS to Tilak Dissanayake!
Tilak is thrilled to be appointed as one of the three representatives in the International Dermoscopy Society from Australia.
We are proud of you Tilak and wish you every success in this position!
Rotary SAFE Familes Online International MEGA - MEETING
Final call to join us at our first online Mega-Meeting by the QR code or: https://bit.ly/4h71B1o
Rotary SAFE Families needs volunteers – speak to Dorothy
Meeting Photographers needed – We need to capture our meetings and events and this is a very important role in our Club to maintain a record for our history – Please speak to Dorothy if you can assist.
Photos of travels, funny pics, member stories – Members, I know you will have pics and stories from your Christmas holidays – please share them with us via Member Contributions. Email your pics and stories to Dorothy Gilmour
Please note: If you would like some help with a Club project or event, you can post a notice in The Week Ahead and the Bulletin.
OTHER ROTARY CLUB EVENTS
Message from our DG Michael Lapina:
The Multi-District Impact Summit PowerPoint presentation is available to us and is designed to inform, inspire, and encourage participation in this unique event. It provides all the essential details about registering to attend the Multi-District Impact Summit. www.rotaryimpactsummit.org
Why should your members attend the Multi-District Impact Summit?
The Multi-District Impact Summit is more than just another meeting – it is a summit designed to:
Ignite Inspiration: Hear from dynamic speakers who are making adifference in our communities.
Foster Collaboration: Network with fellow Rotarians from Districts 9800 & 9510, exchange ideas, and create connections that lead to meaningful partnerships.
Enhance Skills: Participate in workshops and breakout sessions tailored to develop leadership, innovation, and community service strategies.
What’s in it for my club?
Club Empowerment: Discover actionable insights to community projects and bring back to your club to energise your club members.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for service above self.
How can you help?
Present the PowerPoint presentation at your next club meeting.
Encourage attendance among your club members, emphasizing the unique benefits of participation and the positive outcomes it can bring to your club and community.
Thank you for your dedication to Rotary and if you have any questions or require assistance with the presentation, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Together, as people of action, we can unite and take action to create lasting change across the globe, in our communities and in ourselves.
Greetings! 
