Before the Covid-19 pandemic a child died of Malaria every 2 minutes. Now it is EVERY MINUTE. There has never been more urgency to Finish the Fight and eliminate Malaria in the Western Pacific Rim. PDG Dai Mason (D9600), PDG Bruce Anderson (D9780) and PDG Tony Spring (D9820) are organising a Two Day Congress on Finish-The-Fight Against Malaria. This is the two days immediately prior to the RI Melbourne Convention next year.
 
Those invited to speak include: 
  • Sir Peter Cosgrove (Past Governor General of Australia)
  • Lady Roslyn Morauta (Vice-Chair of the Global Fund)
  • Professor Michael Good (Institute for Glycomics – Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus)
  • Philip Welkhoff (Director of Malaria - Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation)
  • Adriana Lanting (Chair of Malaria Partners International)
Registration for the congress can be accessed at https://www.ramcongressmelbourne2023.org/

 
Melbourne is renowned for its beautiful parks, gardens and walking trails. Join us on the afternoon of Friday 26 May to enjoy an easy walk from Federation Square, in the centre of the city, along beautiful St Kilda Road, past many city landmarks, to the Rotary Peace Park.
The 2.5 km (1.5 mile) walk will enable us to raise awareness of Rotary’s number one humanitarian priority – the global eradication of poliomyelitis. Don’t forget to bring your red End Polio Now shirt. Photo opportunities will abound.
In the Peace Park you will find trees dedicated to more than 50 distinguished Rotarians, including many world presidents. The first tree in the park was planted by Paul Harris in 1935. Four Peace Bells will be unveiled in the park during the 2023 Rotary International Convention, and they will serve as the convention’s legacy to Melbourne. This initiative is supported by the City of Melbourne, Rotary International and the Royal Botanic Gardens.
At the end of the walk, you will be able to explore the Peace Park, wander through the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens or relax in one of the adjacent cafes and bars.
The walk is open to non-Rotarians, as well as Rotarians, and to people not registered for the convention as well as well as those who are registered. It will be a great way to meet some of our overseas visitors. However, pre-registration for the walk is a requirement.
REGISTRATION                            
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 $ AUD 20.00  
 
DATE
Friday 26 May 2023 2.00 PM - 4:00 PM
 
LOCATION
Federation Square
Corner Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000

 
 
 
 
This is a once in 30-year event that should not be missed. If you haven’t been to a Rotary International Convention, then this is your opportunity to hear and see from Rotarians from all corners of the world. If you have enjoyed Rotary International Conventions previously, then you know how fantastic they are, and Melbourne will be fantastic! It is here on your doorstep with no international travel expenses. It will never be more affordable! 
  • Book now to get the best registration rate and importantly to secure your place at Signature and Hospitality events, which have capacity limits to ensure a comfortable and rewarding experience.
  • Imagine the opportunity to meet and mix with 25,000 people of action from around the globe.
  • Imagine the possibilities flowing from inspirational speakers, break-outs with Rotary leaders and from opportunities at the House of Friendship
  • Imagine the opportunity to attend and/or volunteer to be an Ambassador for Australasia and the Pacific Islands.
Volunteers are still required to assist in the running of the Convention. 
  •  A vital part of the Convention is to have an engaged and friendly volunteer workforce. We as Rotarians volunteer our time, energy and skills all the time. It is part of our DNA and makes us who we are - we are a people organisation.
  • It is an opportunity to witness Rotary at an International level and by volunteering, to be part of its success.
  • It is an opportunity to volunteer and be an Ambassador for Rotary and our country.
  • Giving up four hours for a single shift is not a big ask - the more volunteers we have, the greater the load is shared.
This Convention is an opportunity to see what Rotarians around the world do, speak to people from different countries about common projects or new projects, and hear world class speakers from within Rotary and from leaders in their fields outside Rotary.
 
Register now for the best prices. Don’t leave it to the last minute as the registration fees increase significantly as the Convention gets closer.
 
I look forward to seeing you at the Melbourne Convention in May 2023
 
Tony Spring
 
 
 
Are you heading to the 2023 Rotary International Convention in Melbourne next month? Well Rotaract Australia invites you to attend their signature RICON23 event G’day Welcome Drinks at the Melbourne Aquarium on May 27. You do not need to be a Rotaractor, just someone who supports young people and is interested in mixing with a range of incredible people from around the world.
 
For more information and tickets head to the Rotaract Australia website or contact Chairperson Laura Telford via email at laura.telford@rotaract.org.au today.
Dear fellow Rotarians,
 
You're invited to commemorate a successful Rotary International Convention Melbourne 2023 with Rotary International
President Jennifer Jones and Lord Mayor Sally Capp, City of Melbourne, at Rotary Gala Dinner on Thursday 1 June 2023
at the prestigious Plaza Ballroom, Melbourne.
 
Join over 500 other Rotarians and valued guests in celebrating with dinner and drinks at one of Melbourne's most iconic venues,
serenaded by the legendary Jack Jones.
 
Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate! 
 
Tickets strictly limited and on sale now. 
 
 
 
With the conclusion of the 2022 Council on Resolutions (COR), I am pleased to provide you with the Report of Action.  In this report, you will find:
•    A letter from Council Services
•    Resolutions that were adopted
•    Vote tallies for the adopted items

Voting results for all 2022 resolutions can be found on My Rotary

Please note that the deadline for submitting resolutions to the 2023 COR is 30 June 2023. A link to the submission form, plus helpful resources, can be found on the Councils page of My Rotary.
 
If you have any questions about the report or the COR, please let me know.
Many thanks