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eBulletin Volume 40 - Issue 15 9 October 2025
Co-Presidents - Elizabeth Shepherd 0419121059
Jillian Woinarski 0438394633
 
FUN AND SERVICE ARE THE MOTTO OF THE CANTERBURY ROTARY CLUB
The Canterbury Buzz

 

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Stories
A Message from the Co-Presidents Week 2 October 2025
 
A note from the Co-Presidents
 
The weeks seem to be flying by and the team of 23 volunteers, including our other Co-President, Jillian, have safely arrived in the Philippines, and by now will be well into their sight and hearing screening mission. See photos later in this edition of the Buzz.
 
On Monday night 16 members and family enjoyed a most convivial meal and evening at the Harp Hotel in Kew. Both the Locals and Seniors menus were great value and included a drink. The meals were all delicious; the steak with garlic butter and chips was a very popular choice.
 
That afternoon I attended the opening of the BCO Art Show at Buoy Pizza in Walpole St, Kew. It is showcasing the works of 10 artists involved with BCO. Dr Monique Ryan MP officially opened the event and two of the BCO community spoke about the importance of this welcoming community in providing them with acceptance, support and the space to heal and grow. One read a poem she had written called Community Heals.
 
Besides highlighting the art and artists, the art show, which runs throughout October aims to bring attention to the issue of poor mental health (World Mental Health Day is 10 October) and provide information and contact details for support services. See below for this information and keep this information available in your phone or on your frig.
 
Thank you John and Ruth Pocock for your assiduous collection of recycling - the boot load Jonathan and I collect from you on Monday will be delivered to recycling this week and the money added to club finances - every little bit helps, but the big win is keeping these items out of landfill.
 
Elizabeth
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Last Week's Social at the Harp Hotel
 
We had a very successful social gathering at the Harp Hotel last Monday evening.
 
The numbers were a little low due to many of our members being on the medical mission in the Philippines.
 
We welcomed back Val from her many months overseas in France.
 
Thanks to Alan for organising the booking
Next Week's Speaker Paul Ceberano
Paul Ceberano - Professional Martial Artist with 35 years teaching  experience. | LinkedIn
 

Kyoshi Paul Ceberano operates the Ceberano Martial Arts Academy which runs karate classes for adults and children in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia. Ceberano Martial Arts Academy has three dojos – Canterbury, Eltham and Hawthorn.

Classes  cater for children and adults.

Paul has over 40 years of teaching and training experience. Teaching Karate is his passion and life.

 
Philippines Eye and Ear Mission
Below are photos of members and friends who are participating in this year's eye and ear mission to the Philippines.
 
 
 
 
Canterbury RC Lunch Group Week 13 October 2025
 
The Canterbury Rotary Club lunch usually meets bi-weekly at 12.30 for a meal and some fun.  Above are members of the group enjoying themselves on Wednesday of this week.
 
David Zrna is on holidays.  Alan Stevens will be looking after the reservations for the lunch group. Please contact Alan at alan.stevens@canterburyrotary.org   or on 0416120851 to advise that you will be coming to a lunch.
 
DateVenueAddress
   
Wed 22 OctGreen Acres GCElm Gr Kew East
Wed 5 NovBox Hill RSLNelson RD Box Hill
Wed 19 NovHarp HotelHigh St Kew
Wed 3 DecBox Hill GCStation St Box Hill Sth
Market Roster Week 12 October 2025
 
John Pocock manages the Camberwell Sunday market roster. Please contact John if you need to change your rostered date.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
12/10
 
 
 
John
WOMERSELY
  7:00  - 10:00 
 
John
POCOCK
10:00 - 13:00
 
Cathie
MacMILLAN
  7:00  - 13:00 
 
NarelleBAYYEW
  7:00  - 13:00 
 
 
 
 
 
19/10
 
 
 
Steve
CLARKE
  7:00  - 10:00 
 
Alex
BIRNIE
10:00 - 13:00
 
Anthony
BALOCCA
  7:00  - 13:00 
 
Rob
SIMPSON
  7:00  - 13:00 
 
 
 
 
CNC Roster Week 13 October
 
The table below details the roster for setting-up and cleaning up at CNC for our weekly Club Meeting.
 
Details of the actual duties involved with each shift will be outlined on a flier in the storage cupboard in the meeting room at CNC.
 
 
Meeting Date
5.30pm SETTING UP
8.00 - 8.30pm CLEANING UP
13 October
Ross Merolli / John Braine
Steve Wylie/ George Dolezal
20 October
Michelle Critchley/Ant Balocca
John Braine / Joe Flynn
27 October
John Womersley/John McCaskill
Steve Wylie / Wayne Dong
Electrify Boroondara Expo 12 October
 
 
End Polio Movie Fundraiser
 
 
The District Foundation Committee has organised a movie fundraiser for End Polio Now.
 
"The Travellers"
a movie by Bruce Beresford
 
 Sunday October 26, 2025
The Sun Theatre
8 Ballarat Street
Yarraville
 
2pm
 
$30 per ticket for seat and three raffle tickets 
 
 
Book by 16 October 2025
 
Any questions contact:
Graeme Hope
 
 
 
 
 
Rotary Walk With Us

Spring is here and it is the time of year to think about getting outside with your family, friends and club members to participate in our Rotary Walk With Us fundraiser which starts on 1 October. 

Please register yourself and your team to participate and fundraise for Rotary’s number one global project being the eradication of polio from the world.  Dream up a catchy team name, garner support and start walking, running, cycling or any other movement that you wish.

What a wonderful way to get fit, collaborate and support this wonderful cause.

Registration information is attached or click here:  https://www.rotarywalkwithus.org/

 
Glenferrie RC Fifty Year Celebration
 
The Rotary Club of Glenferrie is proud to be celebrating a major milestone this month — our 50th Anniversary of Charter on Tuesday, October 22nd.
 
Over the past five decades, a strong bond has grown between Rotary clubs in Boroondara through years of working side by side on meaningful humanitarian projects, both locally and internationally. We would be delighted if you and members of your club could join us for this special occasion.
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Event Details
 
Date: Wednesday October 22nd 2025
Time: 6:30pm for 7:00pm
Venue: Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club, 489 Glenferrie Road, Kooyong
 
Our clubs have worked together and played together — now let’s celebrate together. The evening promises fun, nostalgia, surprises, laughter, and true Rotary fellowship. Please encourage your members come along and be part of this memorable night.
 
Bookings can be made via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/rcog50years
 
Kind regards,
 
Richard Blakeman
Communications and Public Image
 
Rotary Theme for October 2025
 
The work of Rotary begins in the community, and every community has its own unique needs and concerns. While we serve in countless ways, for the month of October our theme is economic and community development.
Youth Forum Breathtaker Series
 
 
Sponsors, Partners and Supporters
The following businesses provide essential support in various ways to the Club. Please consider using their services.
 
 
 
Rotarians Live by the 4 Way Test
 
 
OUR VISION
 
“Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.”
Helpful Links
Below are a number of links to websites that may be useful references.
 
Upcoming Events
Club Meeting - Paul Rake
Apr 27, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Social - Rimern
May 04, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Birthdays & Anniversaries (if your birthday is not recorded it is because the Club does not have it on our system)
Member Birthdays
Alex Birnie
April 4
 
Jess Wilson
April 25
 
Join Date
Graeme Hindhaugh
April 1, 1990
36 years
 
Alan Stevens
April 7, 1987
39 years
 
Douglas Hawley
April 7, 1987
39 years
 
Craig Smith
April 14, 2025
1 year
 
Max Holland
April 18, 2011
15 years
 
Helen Hartnett
April 21, 2008
18 years
 
Lili-Ann Kriegler
April 25, 2014
12 years
 
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