We have started off with a very active program for the new Rotary year. At our changeover we celebrated what our Club had achieved with the many community projects and programs we supported over the last year, congratulated outgoing Co-Presidents Anthony and Esther, and welcomed our new Co-Presidents Brian Tyedin and Brian Negus. The second Primary Schools Speech Competition last week was stunning, and we have now completed the participation of our twelve Primary Schools, selecting the two winners to compete in the District final later this year. This week we heard from the Monash University Prostate Cancer Research Group that we support with our great fundraising Charity Golf Day. Congratulations to Prof Renae Taylor, Dr Edmond Kwan, A/Prof Mitchell Lawrence and Dr David Pook on the innovative work they are doing to find a cure.
Our Board is meeting on Monday night and we will review our plans, and Board Committees and Projects for this year. We urge all Board Committee and Project Leaders to review their teams, look to engage some new members, and have a mind to succession planning. Documentation of how projects are conducted is also a critical matter for all teams.
Professor Renea Taylor (left), A/ Professor Mitchell Lawrence (2nd from left), Nicholas Choo and Rosie Urban receive the “Big Cheque” for $42,000 from organisers Soula Ganiatsas & Ian Goldsmith - 2026 Charity Golf Day.Ian Goldsmith, Brian Tyedin and Aurelia Ginevra with team after presenting to the club.
This week we hear from Professor Renea Taylor, Dr Edmond Kwan, Dr David Pook and Associate Professor Mitch Lawrence. They provided an insight into the amazing world leading work that the team at the Monash University Prostate Cancer Research Group is doing, to ensure improving outcomes for men with prostate cancer. They are developing more precise approaches to diagnosis, treatment selection, and disease monitoring. The sad news that prostate cancer is becoming more prevalent in men under 55 years of age was a sobering thought for us all.The team’s world leading work is also investigating blood tests that are identifying DNA markers for more than just prostate cancer but other cancers also enabling more targeted interventions.
Since our Club began the fundraising relationship with the Team in 2022 our 5 Golf Days have raised over $166,000 and the $80,000 of funds raised in 2025 and 2026 is being targeted at a Global Grant that will hopefully see it expand to $174,000 to provide vital equipment to support their world leading work.
It is with sadness that I advise of the passing of Brian Atherton, a former member of the Rotary Club of Templestowe. Brian was a stalwart and highly respected member of the Rotary Club of Templestowe. He joined the club in 1985 and was a physiotherapist by profession. Brian was also a member of the Templestowe RSL and played an active role in the Rotary Club of Templestowe's annual school ANZAC services. Our sincere condolences go to Trish and the Atherton family during this difficult time.Brian's funeral will be held at:
It is with deep sorrow the family announces the passing of Norm William MacLeod. Norm was a Member of Rotary Doncaster for many years and very great guy. He was forever optimistic and brought great joy to all around him.
A funeral service celebrating his life will be held on:
Tuesday 28th July at 11am The Salvation Army 7 Bowen Street Camberwell 3124
Following the service you are warmly invited to join the family for lunch. Cremation to follow at the Springvale Cemetery in the afternoon. Messages can be send to for the family to read at the Service.
Don't forget this very exciting event celebrating Christmas in July. Come along with your'e favourite Christmas outfit/style, its expected to be an amazing evening.
Volunteers required for our upcoming Doncaster Bunnings BBQ on 1st August. Please support this great fundraising Event. Contact Barry Halpern or visit our website
East Doncaster Secondary College Rotary Interact students have been busy planting native trees at the school.
The trees were donated by Bunnings Doncaster. Great work done by all including Teacher Tim Bourke, and Rotarian Daryl Brown, who leads the Interact Project at EDSC.
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
Thank You to Our Sponsors – Partners in Community Impact
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