(Established July 2023 from the merger of Rotary Clubs Manningham and Templestowe and has since welcomed former members from the Rotary Club of Doncaster.)
Co-Presidents 2025-26 Esther Murray Anthony Callinan
In this Newsletter:
Report from this week's meeting
Next week's meeting - April 15 - at the Manningham Hotel
Schools Anzac Service
Manningham Family Festival & Walk for Youth Mental Health
The 4-Way Test
Our Sponsors - and 'Sponsor of the Month'.
Club Meeting: April 15
Dear Members and Friends,
Our meeting this week was at the Manningham Hotel, where PP Wally Spinks gave us an update on the Environmental Tree Planting project. See the report below.
Don't forget - 'Lest We Forget' - the Schools Anzac Service will occur on 23rd April, another important event in our Rotary calendar. Barry Halpern has sent out a request for volunteers. (See the information below.)
Club Meeting Next Week: April 22
Next week we are back at Manningham Hotel (1 Thompsons Rd, Bulleen) where . (See the note below.)
6:00pm for a 6:30pm start. To register online, CLICK HERE, or contact Brian Tyedin on btyedin@outlook.com or text 0419 364 197).
And as noted last week, Esther Murray is stepping down as Co-President for 2026-2027 to take over the role of Editor-in-Chief of the weekly club bulletin. Brian Tyedin will step in as Co-President, joining Brian Negus. Esther will be chatting with members to get their thoughts and ideas in the next few weeks.
SCHOOLS ANZAC Service: Thursday 23rd April 2226; Templestowe Memorial Park – Cnr Foote & High Sts., Templestowe
This Schools Anzac Service is a great community event involving students from the 32 primary and secondary schools in the Manningham Municipality. All Rotary Manningham City members and friends are invited to attend - along with 600 -700 students and teachers and other community leaders.
The service will run from 12.00noon to 1.00pm - volunteers from our Club are needed to assist in the setting up and running of the event. Prior to the commencement of the Service, members will need to arrive at the site from 10.00am or as notified according to allocated tasks.
Volunteers should notify Barry Halpern of their availability by email or at the remaining Club meetings prior to the Service on the 23rd April.
Parking is available in the back carpark of the Templestowe Hotel. Members are invited come for refreshments after the service at the Templestowe Hotel.
Also please note the Annual RSL ANZAC Appealis underway. The appeal is the RSL's biggest annual fundraiser to support veterans and their families, and the greatest public symbol of why the RSL exists.
If you would like to donate to the 2026 ANZAC Appeal, please CLICK HERE.
Your contribution will help fund psychological and physical health and wellbeing services, financial support, compensation advocacy, access to employment pathways, crisis accommodation and much more for veterans and their families in need of assistance.
The Board at the last meeting considered a number of matters, including:
A proposal from Doncare to provide support for people with multi-issues to deal with affecting their wellbeing. The Proposal is supported by Carenet and Ajani. RMC will be contributing $10k per year for three years.
It was agreed to provide $1000 for an international Halmahera Project to form a new Rotary Club to address Domestic Violence in Indonesia.
It was also agreed that we should have a trial meeting for one of our project nights, at the Doncaster RSL, with catering using our own BBQ trailer.
A proposal for the Manningham Youth Music Festival was endorsed and it was noted that it was a great companion project to our Primary Schools Speech competition. We committed $6k to 7k for the project.
The Golf Day was a huge success with $42,000 raised to help fight prostate cancer. Many players committed to returning next year and bringing friends along.
Rotary International puts a major focus on supporting young people - locally and globally - through leadership, education, wellbeing, and opportunity.
At the Rotary Club of Manningham City, supporting young people is a core priority, with a strong focus on developing future leaders and strengthening the local community. We sponsor and support 'Earlyact', 'Interact' and 'Rotaract' Clubs in local schools, conduct the annual 'Primary Schools Speech Competition' and present programs such as the ‘Youth Mental Health QR Code Initiative', a program to guide adults in helping young people tackle youth mental health issues.
🌱 Leadership & Development
The club actively sponsors local students to attend the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), giving them life-changing opportunities to build confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong networks. Many participants return more engaged and ready to contribute to their schools and community.
🎓 Education & School Engagement
The club works closely with schools across Manningham, recognising student achievement through awards and supporting educational initiatives. This includes encouraging leadership, community service, and personal growth among young people.
🌍 Broader Opportunities
Through programs like Rotary Youth Exchange, local students may be supported to experience different cultures and broaden their global perspective - something that often has a lasting impact on their future direction.
💛 Wellbeing & Community Support
The club contributes to youth wellbeing initiatives, including mental health awareness and resilience-building programs, often in partnership with local organisations.
🤝 Creating Pathways
Importantly, Rotary provides young people with pathways into community involvement - whether through volunteering, speaking opportunities, or connecting with experienced local leaders.
Rotary Manningham City doesn’t just support youth - it invests in their future, helping them become confident, capable, and community-minded individuals.
💬 Know a young person ready to grow, lead, and make a difference? 📩 Or want to support the next generation? Get in touch - we’d love to hear from you.
Together, we’re building a stronger Manningham - one young leader at a time.
Is there anyone who has not - yet - eaten an iconic sausage from Bunnings? Our club benefits greatly by conducting these sessions, under the watchful guidance of our 'Snag Master' Barry Halpern. But do the Bunnings staff get any? Well, here's our club cooking for Bunnings staff - and not just your humble snag - how about hamburgers with the lot!
Thank You to Our Sponsors – Partners in Community Impact
Our Rotary club is proud to be supported by generous sponsors who share our commitment to service and community. Their support helps fund our projects, events, and charitable initiatives, enabling us to make a real difference locally and beyond.
Why Support Our Sponsors?
When you support our sponsors, you’re supporting businesses and organisations that invest back into our community and help Rotary deliver meaningful programs. Your support strengthens local partnerships, sustains volunteer-led projects, and builds a stronger community for everyone. For more information on each sponsor, CLICK on their logo below.
Together, we unite for good.
SPONSOR OF THE MONTH - Ace Filters - see the information below.
