What a wonderful night we shared on Wednesday, with members from RC Maroondah joining our meeting. The room was alive with conversation and connection as our two clubs came together to support the sale of RC Maroondah Trailer Raffle tickets at Eastland throughout December.
As Andrew showed us, the Eastland roster is now open—and every helping hand will make a difference. Choose a time that suits you and join in: Eastland Rotary Christmas Trailer Raffle 2026. Click here now to SIGN UP: https://signup.com/go/aPnUmbt
For every person representing Nunawading—including partners and friends who are very welcome to help—our club receives a share of the profits from tickets sold on the days we attend. If you have some time to spare, please consider joining the roster and lending a hand. It is a fantastic opportunity for Rotary to be visible, active and connected in our community. RC Maroondah has built a wonderful relationship with Eastland, and the trailer raffle has been running for more than 35 years, with loyal supporters returning year after year to buy their tickets.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped with Bunnings on Saturday. It truly takes a team, with so much work happening behind the scenes to ensure the Bunnings BBQ runs smoothly on the day. Your time, energy and teamwork are greatly appreciated—thank you to every person involved.
This Wednesday, we are delighted to welcome PDG Colin, who will speak with us about the Red Energy Project. We have already seen the positive difference this project can make, having received a grant to support the training of volunteer staff at the Brickworks Dementia Café.
For our Youth Achievement Award show bags, we would like to include copies of the Sept/Oct RDU magazine. Thank you to those who have given me their magazines, we are still a few short, so, once you have enjoyed yours, please pass it on to me.
Wishing you a sensationally fun week ahead as we continue to share kindness, enjoy fellowship, and Create Lasting Impact together.
October Rotary Theme is Economic and Community Development.
As Rotary members, we share the same goal: make meaningful change in communities around the world. Some of the most difficult challenges to make a difference for the good of all are ending polio. Rotary has been working to eradicate polio for more than 45 years, and our goal of ridding the Earth of this disease is within reach. We started in 1979 with vaccinations for 6 million children in the Philippines. Today, Afghanistan and Pakistan are the only countries where polio remains endemic.
Eastland roster is now open—and every helping hand will make a difference. Choose a time that suits you and join in: Eastland Rotary Christmas Trailer Raffle 2026. Click here now to SIGN UP: https://signup.com/go/aPnUmbt
Please use the link to access further information in the document: Briefing for Rotarians Volunteering at Eastland
Last Saturday saw a great and close game between the Brisbane Lions and the Freemantle Dockers!
Many wanted the Dockers to win their first Grand Final since 1995 but the seasonal Lions were too good on the day. There were 22 starters with 12 going for Brisbane and 10 going to Freemantle. The half score was 43 points each which provided a complication as no one had picked the result. Resulting to move the $200 pool to the full-time result. The final score was a nail-biter with the result decided in the last 2 minutes of the game! The Lions snatching the result after the Dockers leading up to the last 2 minutes.
The final result - Brisbane Lions 96, Freemantle Dockers 89, a margin of 7 points.
The tipped scores for the full time provided an extended result with 6 winners being as follows:
No-one tipped Brisbane by 7 points
First Prize being $120 for Brisbane by 6 points (1 off): Peter S
Second prize being $40 for Brisbane by 9 points (2 off): John L.
Third prize being $15 each for Brisbane by 10 point (3 off) being Althea and Steve B.
Finally, equal 3rd prize being $15 each for Brisbane by 4 points (also 3 off) being Gabby K and Jenny T ( Jenny and Colin entering while on a cruise in Bordeaux).
Rob J has alerted us to a method of donating direct to Nepal via one of his RORP mates. Individual members may like to contribute by this method or the RAWCS channel
Disclosed last week. The Board was impressed and has decided to send $1000 via this method and $1050 via RAWCS. This will not affect the other budget items approved for spending by the
People First Community Lottery has officially kicked off for 2026!
Lottery closes 11.59pm ACDT 8 October 2026. All prizes (other than the Early Bird prize) drawn 15 October 2026 at 11:00am ACDT. Winning ticket numbers for the main draw will be published in The Australian and on communitylottery.com.au on or before 23 October 2026
Tickets are only $2, and 100% of all proceeds go directly to the participating community groups. So, what are you waiting for?
Stuart has distributed a guide to our Fellowship Program for the year.
Tuesday 3rd November Cup Fellowship Day at Coral's place to watch the “Race that Stops the Nation” at 3 pm is now CANCELLED.
Harvey L. will provide further information regarding the Cup Sweeps for members and partners as held in previous years.
Club Christmas Party is booked at the Knox Club for Wed 2nd December 2026.
A 2 Course meal 50/50 split, Mains and Dessert plus entertainment will be provided for $52/person.
Shia has also organised with Darren Hill, the President of the Rotary Club of Knox, for them to join us for a joint Christmas celebration. A nice thought for this smaller Rotary club.
Mains: Ham & Turkey served with cranberry sauce & gravy. Roast Pork with crackle, apple sauce and gravy
Dessert: Plum Pudding with brandy custard . Brandy Snap Basket with strawberries & cream
A Christmas flyer will follow in November and a Clubrunner event provided with payment details
It's time to celebrate the incredible businesses that make our local community thrive!
The Whitehorse Business Group 2026 Excellence in Business Awards are now open for nominations, giving local businesses the opportunity to be recognised for their achievements, growth and contribution to the community.
Key Dates
Nominations Open: Now Nominations Close: Sunday, 8 November 2026 Awards Ceremony: March 2027 There are a range of categories recognising businesses across different industries and stages of growth, including:
City of Whitehorse Award
Home & Mobile Business Award
Trades Business Award
Retail Business Award
Franchise Business Award
Hospitality Business Award
Consumer Business Award
Business Services & Consulting Award
NFP & Social Enterprise Award
Health Business Award
Fitness Business Award
Overall Business Award
Know an outstanding local business? Nominate them!
Nominations are open now and close 8 November 2026.
We are also inviting businesses and organisations to sponsor an award category and be part of celebrating the achievements of our local business community.
If you would like to become an Award Sponsor, simply reply to this email and we'll send you through the sponsorship information.
We look forward to celebrating with you in March 2027!
Whether you'll book your own accommodation or would like me to organise this.
If you're looking for roommates to take advantage of some of the two and three bedroom accommodation options available at the Rydges resort in the Hunter Valley.
Your preference for a club-only dinner in town or the poolside 'Rotary Uncorked' Friday night option, which is a ticketed event you can pay for alongside your conference registration.
7:30pm start at Melbourne Baseball Club, Surrey Drive, Box Hill.
Rotaract is a worldwide organisation of young people aged 18+ working together to change our world through community service, international understanding, professional development, friendship & fun.
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