Hello Rotarians and Friends,

Our guest speaker at Rotary this week was Rotary Community Leader Trish Carr, who was joined by her husband Rotarian Les Marton. Trish spoke about a wonderful Rotary initiative developed by our Rotary Community Group—the Mental Health and Crisis Support QR Code. Trish has been leading this project, helping to develop it and promote it throughout the community. The QR code has the potential to reach many people who may be in need of support. It also provides links to participating Rotary clubs, including information about Rotary and how people can become involved.

During the week, Esther and Sohrab organised for kids school snacks to be delivered to CareNet for distribution to families for their primary school students. These families are finding it hard to meet their weekly bills and are unable to cover snacks for their child, no snacks at recess time.

The Manningham Community Excellence Awards Night was held on Thursday 13 August and was attended by several Rotarians from our club. Congratulations to all the winners on their well-deserved recognition, a special congratulations to our own Rotarian Mel Cullingford, her Empower Youth was one of the finalists in the community excellence awards section.

Our next meeting at the Manningham Hotel on Wednesday 19 August will feature Vic Police Inspector Josh Langelaan, the new Area Commander from Doncaster Police Station, as our guest speaker. Please be aware that roadworks associated with the North East Link are affecting the entry and exit points at the Manningham Hotel. These arrangements may change from week to week, so please check the latest traffic arrangements before attending.

Keep warm, everyone! Winter is almost over! 

Enjoy the week in Rotary.

From The 2 Brians,

Co Presidents Brian Tyedin and Brian Negus    

This week our Rotary District Community Leader Trish Carr gave us some great results on the Mental Health QR Code distributions. Now reaching into NSW it has been viewed by over 1500 people. It is a great support for those looking for help for themselves, a friend or family member.

At the Manningham Hotel: Our Guest Speaker on August 19th will be VIC Police Inspector Josh Langelaan, Manningham Local Area Commander.  He will present on current issues and areas of importance to our Community.  Josh has over 20 years experience in the police with past roles at the Police Academy as well as Officer in Charge of Preston Police Station. Having recently been appointed to lead our Manningham area, we look forward to welcoming him.

This week we supported CareNet with a donation of “kids school snacks” in response to current need. Some parents are finding it hard to put food on the table with items like school snacks not on their list.  At class break-time the student has no snacks leaving an embarrassed child. According to CareNet CEO, Kellie  (above on the right), this is happening more often as we see the cost of living effecting more people in our area.  After a trip to the Pines we purchased a number of items and filled a few boxes. CareNet is an incredible organisation helping our local communities. With over 70 volunteers they work hard to ensure ongoing support in very difficult times.

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Registrations are now open for the Rotary South Pacific Conference 2026, 30 Oct–1 Nov in Melbourne. This year’s theme — People • Planet • Peace — brings together an exceptional lineup of speakers. Members will leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed confidence in Rotary’s future.

Clubs and members are encouraged to also consider:

·       President’s Breakfast (Sat) — an energising session with incoming RI President Larry Lunsford, designed for current and future club leaders. Registration Link

·       Rotary Foundation Masterclass (Fri) — with Past RI President and incoming TRF Trustee Chair Gordon McInally, focusing on mental health, impact, and how clubs can use Foundation grants more effectively. Registration Link

·       Saturday Gala Dinner — Unmasked: Masquerade Ball A spectacular evening featuring performances from classical musicals, a professional jazz band, a Phantom‑themed surprise duet, and a dramatic all‑guest unmasking moment. Clubs may wish to book as a group via the main conference registration site.

·       Friday night fellowship dinner – an informal opportunity to socialise with members from across the region.  Registration Link

Main Conference Registration Link

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