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Christopher Hendricks
 
Vice President
Milla Forni Garcia
 
Immediate Past President
Sue Foley
 
Secretary
Pam Dittmer
 
Treasurer
Alan Samuel OAM JP
 
Club Service
Sue Foley
 
Community Service
Pam Dittmer
 
International Service
Douglas Hemingway
 
Vocational Services
Wendy Stirling
 
Youth Service
Wendy Stirling
 
Rotary Foundation
Ronald Adams
 
Environmental Sustainability
Pam Dittmer
 
Membership
Ronald Adams
 
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Milla Forni Garcia
 
Social Media
Milla Forni Garcia
 
Club Information
Mondays at 6:00 pm
O'CONNELLS Hotel
407 COVENTRY STREET
South Melbourne, VIC 3205
Australia
Phone:
0407 112 141
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1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month. You are very welcome to attend.
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President's Message
Christopher Hendricks
ROTARY 
 
Another year of success and happiness has passed. With every new year comes greater challenges and obstacles in life. I wish you courage, hope and faith to overcome all of the hurdles you may face. May you have a great year and a wonderful time ahead. Our focus in our Rotary family is to make a difference.  Long may we continue.
 
Chris
 
DON'T FORGET TO SECURE YOUR TICKETS FOR THE CELTIC FESTIVAL!
 
 
MEETING DATES
 
Monday 3rd February
Monday 17th February
 
Monday 3rd March
Monday 17th March - CELTIC FESTIVAL - ALL HANDS ON DECK at the SEA FARERS' MISSION
 
Monday 7th April
Monday 21st April
 
Monday 5th May
Monday 19th May
 
Monday 2nd June
Monday 16th June
 
 
BARBECUE DATES BUNNING'S 
 
Saturday 22nd February
Saturday 15th March
Saturday 26th April
Sunday  11th May
Saturday 21st June
 
AUSTRALIA DAY BARBECUE AT ST KILDA TOWN HALL- 9:30 to 2:00
 
 
BUNNING'S SAUSAGE SIZZLE DECEMBER
 
An enormous THANK YOU to all our volunteers who assist on the day and to Grant for his work behind the scene making sure we have absolutely everything required.
 
We have had quite a lot of fun along with the hard work at our Sausage Sizzles.  It is an income stream that our local community benefit from through charity work.  Well done everyone!  
The three musketeers.  Marg, Christina and Gerard.
Chris on the cooking.
Pam and Milla spreading cheer.
 
 
END OF YEAR CELEBRATION AT BLEAK HOUSE
Concentration abounds!
A very enjoyable Christmas Dinner was enjoyed by members of Albert Park Rotary, Carlton Rotary and Port Phillip Rotary at Bleak House on 11th December. Mark from APR livened up the evening with a very tricky trivia game. It was a lot of fun with lots of laughs.  Albert Park Rotary had a gift of a book for all attendees.  Thank you Albert Park for your hospitality.
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FIVE MINUTES OF FAME
 
Five Minutes of Fame was back for a spectacular pre-Christmas event. Many people joined in for an evening of music, dance, comedy and performance.  A delicious dinner was served and supplied by Port Phillip Rotary, and Grant's SPIT ROAST COMPANY did not disappoint.  Delicious!
 
 For those who were inspired, signed up to perform on the night, ‘open-mic’ style! And there was more! Special guests included the much loved Bum Ladies along with an appearance from Santa.
There were lots of sparkles and good time vibes were aplenty!  The event was free and inclusive. Transport was available for those who required it.

Thank you, Port Phillip Rotarians, for all your effort.  What a worthwhile event!
SMALL COMFORTS FOR COMMUNITY
An update from Small Comforts from Community
A collaboration of Clubs within Rotary District 9800 including lead Club Rotary Hawthorn
Members will recall our social impact project provides care bags as a welcome gift for inpatients upon their admission to mental health wards in local public hospitals.
We’re excited to announce that this initiative has recently expanded. In addition to providing care bags and clothing to The Alfred and Upton House (Eastern Health), we now also distribute care bags to patients at the Royal Melbourne and St Vincent’s Hospitals. Over 1,500 care packs are provided each year to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. We also provide basic clothing to inpatients at The Alfred and Upton House.
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BACKPACKS 4 VIC KIDS NEWSLETTER
A Year of Milestones, Impact, and Gratitude.

As we reflect on the year, we’re filled with gratitude for the tremendous support that has helped us make a lasting impact on the lives of so many vulnerable babies, children, and youth in Victoria. With your continued generosity, we’ve been able to provide material aid, ensuring that babies, children and youth have the essentials they need to thrive, no matter their circumstances. 
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY  - ROTARY CLUB CAROLINE SPRINGS
Please mark the following day in your calendar:
 
Sun 13 July 2025
Rotary Club Caroline Springs
Christmas in July Changeover Lunch
Venue & Details TBA
 
This will be a fun-filled celebration to acknowledge the terrific year of President Ronald Moss and all that was achieved by Ronald, the executive team and members.
 
President-Elect Martin Farrugia will be inaugurated and introduce the executive team for the coming year.
 
Please register your interest and details will be sent to you.
 

Thank Yousmiley

Martin Farrugia

Secretary/President-Elect 2025 - 2026

Rotary Caroline Springs 

M: 0408 808 200

E: martinf@iprimus.com.au 
READY SET Charity
A chance to grab a bargain or three!
RIMERN
RIMERN Newsletter - Dec 24
 
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The past four months have been a whirlwind of activity. It’s the perfect time to reflect and share our incredible journey! As we gear up for our 2025 year ahead, we’re thrilled to update you on the amazing contributions of our volunteers, generous donations, impactful work with welfare agencies, the stories of our clients, and so much more.
 
 
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GRAIN SALAD
Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 small red onion, or two salad onions, finely chopped
  • 1 can of lentils, drained
  • ⅓ cup currants
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries
  • ¾ cup mixed sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds (pepitas) and pine nuts
  • ¾ cup roughly chopped roasted macadamia nuts
  • 3 tablespoons baby capers
  • Seeds from 1 pomegranate
  • ½ cup roughly chopped coriander leaves
  • ½ cup parsley leaves
  • 2 tablespoons best quality extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice from 1 lemon (2-3 tablespoon juice)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa using a sieve under the tap.
  2. Bring 2 cups water and quinoa to the boil and then simmer for 10-15 minutes until water is fully absorbed. Turn off heat and leave to cool.
  3. Mix all other ingredients in a large bowl and then add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. You can serve this with some Greek yoghurt mixed with a little cumin and honey if you wish but it's great by itself, too.