presented by Anthony Langley
Anthony announced the apologies and they were:
PP Paul Nicholson & Paul Laband
Stuart McIntyre
The Community Services Director, Stuart McIntyre announced that the Board had agreed to give a donation of $5,000 to the Hampton Primary School for a kitchen garden project. This ‘hands on’ project involves student planning, planting, growing, harvesting and preparing healthy meals from a school garden, based on the program at Primary Schools initiated by leading chef Stephanie Alexander. Our Club member, PP David Grodski has agreed to provide horticultural advice and support.
Wendy Davis
Wendy spoke about the Akaba Japanese Restaurant Fellowship Dinner on Monday 24 March and reminded us that bookings closed Friday 21 March.
Anne Holland
Brighton Classic Car Show. Anne encouraged all of our members to scan the social media QR & follow/like the Car Show. Exhibitors and visitors to BCCS will be invited to post their photos/videos & comments on FB & Instagram. The more members/friends that follow the SM, the greater the online presence & awareness of the event.
David Frauman Elected
Sec Anthony asked for a show of hands to accept David Frauman as our President Elect Elect for 2026-2027. The motion was carried and David was congratulated by all present.
PP Des Thomas was also acknowledged for turning 89 years of age.
Bayside Council’s Community Awards
Last Thursday night was the Bayside Council’s Community Awards held at the Sandringham Yacht Club. Our club was nominated for the 2025 Bayside Family Christmas Event.
Carmel Merrey (President Bayside CWA) and Bill (Choc) Mirabito (Welfare Officer at Hampton RSL) represented all the stakeholders for the event and at pictured below left with
Mayor Hanna El-Moueallem.
The 2025 Bayside Family Christmas Event.
This is the 7th year that this Bayside community led/run event has been held for members of the Bayside Community’s most vulnerable…Our Club are proud of leading this event which brings the Christmas spirit and joy to a lot of financially disadvantaged families who typically find it hard to celebrate at this time of year. We would like to thank and acknowledge all the Bayside organisations who make a huge heartfelt collaborative effort to make the Bayside Family Christmas Event a success and bring a smile to young and old.
We would like to acknowledge and thank the following organisations who help make the Bayside Family Christmas Event a success.
Rotary Club of Hampton - Hampton RSL - Country Women’s Association Bayside - BayCISS - Family Life - St Leonard’s College
- Holy Trinity Choir - Bayside Victoria Police - Team Sports 4 All
- BAYCISS - Family Life - Bayside Council’s Bayside Youth Services team and Enhanced Maternal Child Health.
While we received great recognition of the event, the winner of the Bayside Community Event of the Year was Dad’s Will: To the Moon & Back https://givestar.io/gs/a-dads-will-to-the-moon-and-back
A very worthy fundraising cause…
St Leonard’s College Interact Club News
The sun was shining and there was a buzz of activity on Saturday at the St Leonard’s College Community Day Fair. The Interact Club (which is the Middle School Social Action Club) were out in force flying the flag for young people making a difference and raising profile:awareness of how they’re looking to make an impact this year.
St Leonard’s College Interact Club sponsored by the Rotary Club of Brighton is mentored by Jo Kwok OAM, Director of Youth Services
The Rotary marquees looked fabulous amongst the other tents, while the students undertook their first foray into fundraising for their upcoming FORaMEAL packing day. FORaMEAL is a Rotary Club of Canterbury initiative which provides nutritious meals to disaster relief areas for free. Each pack can feed a family of four simply
by adding boiling water.
Last year’s Interactors had packed 15,050 packs which were sent to a range of countries (Asia Pacific, Africa and Europe) and this year they are looking to beat that record.
We will be seeking volunteers to get involved in volunteering for the FORaMEAL packing day later this year. Please let Jo know if you would like more information or would like to get involved with this or other Youth & Vocational Services projects.
Brighton Secondary College Mock Interviews:
Seeking volunteers for the upcoming Brighton Secondary School Mock Interviews:
2 days
Wednesday May 14th 9am -12.35 pm
Wednesday 21st May 9am-12.35pm.
Volunteers will require current Working With Children Cards
If interested and available email
Rotary ReturnIT
RETURN-IT operates recycle depots in the Bayside area, allowing the public to claim the 10c deposit on bottles and cans (except wine bottles), with the option of donating this to charityThe local ReturnIT depots are at the former Marine Hotel in New St or at South Road (East of Chesterville Road)The Rotary Club of Brighton is now a registered Charity with RETURN-IT and the Club will utilise donations to help fund our Youth projects. To deposit and donate, select Rotary Brighton on the screen on the deposit machine, or scan our barcode Cards with our barcode are being distributed at Club meetings . Consider or distributing them to friends, family our neighbours to support the campaign.
Announcing Claire Davison as District Governor for 2027-2028
It is with great pleasure that I announce the formal appointment of Claire Davison as District Governor for Rotary District 9800 in 2027-2028. Claire’s passion for service, strategic mindset, and dedication to making a lasting impact - both locally and globally - make her an outstanding choice for this role.
A dedicated Rotarian, Claire currently serves as President of the Rotary Club of Richmond and is an active member of our District Board, where she is leading the development of strategies and techniques to measure Rotary’s impact through our beneficiaries. Her work in this space is helping us better understand and communicate the real difference Rotary makes in people’s lives.
Beyond Rotary, Claire is a senior academic and a respected leader in higher education. As Associate Dean in Business Analysis and Technical Management at Torrens Global Education, she has shaped the future of business information systems, business analytics, accounting, and the economics of sustainability. She has successfully led the accreditation of key programs and is committed to creating the industry leaders of tomorrow. Additionally, as the Academic Lead for the Torrens University Social Enterprise Hub, Claire helps students combine employability with social impact, aligning closely with Rotary’s ethos of service above self.
With a deep commitment to education, diversity in STEM, and inter-cultural collaboration, Claire embodies the values of Rotary in every aspect of her work. Her leadership, insight, and ability to drive meaningful change will no doubt strengthen our District as we continue to grow and evolve.
Please join me in congratulating Claire on this well-earned appointment. I have no doubt that under her leadership, the Magic of Rotary will continue to inspire and create lasting change.
Yours in Rotary Service.
Michael J Lapina
Governor 2024-2025
Last week's Raffle Results
The raffle last week was run by Angela Biggin with help from Suzie Leary. The winners were Pres Donna & Jill Barr.
Sergeant's Session
presented by PP Julie Avery
1. PP Des Thomas - Happy 89th Birthday last week;
2. All attending last week but didn't attend Zoe Daniel meeting;
3. All of those who attended both meetings -
and for showing their open minds:
4. Tim Wilson - For being the most recognised face in Bayside;
5. Hawthorn or Carlton supporters - winners and losers;
6. PE Colleen d'Offay - Wearing her badge back to front;
7. PEE David Frauman - For getting a 100% show of hands;
8. Member's Directory - All those who have not purchased a copy;
9. Di Alan & sister Julie - Seen swanning around Church Street and a double fine for Di's stunning outfit;
10. Roger Fairlam - For choosing wife Sue as his Raffle Queen
at 13 March meeting;
11. Steve Wolf - For being dressed up and looking like a million dollars and polishing his Red Ferrari for the Brighton Classic Car Show;
12. Eric Barr - Heard that he put on a good party;
13. Doreen & Angela - Always good to see you both but pay up;
14. Keiran Cromie - For getting his hair cut for Rotary;
15. Wendy Davis - Heard she is going away so pay up before you go;
16. David Finney - For great job as Meeting Manager;
17. Anne Holland - For moving soon to her new apartment;
18. PP Bill Howley - Escaped from Brisbane & brought the rain
with him;
19. Brendan Kierce - Welcome back from Cambodia;
20. Anthony Langley - Birthday on St Patrick's Day;
21. Damien Louis - Hadn't been seen for a while;
22. Stuart McIntyre - Well done with setting up Club Survey;
23. PP Ian Mence & Suzie - Hadn't been seen for a while;
24. Rob Pinchbeck - For doing great job with Car Show;
25. PP Ian Stacy - For being on the selection committee for
the newly announced DGEE;
26. PP Chris Tuck & Katherine - Lovely to see you - pay up;
27. PP Cameron Ward - For doing a good job as Chairman;
28. Graeme & Julie Watson - For being in Brighton instead of Portsea for a change;
29. Pres Donna - For rushing to her car in the rain to get
some coins for the sergeant's session;
30. Val Zdzitowiecki - Fined because he always look good.
No real reason for the fine but pay up.
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