I wanted to say a huge Motherâs Day thankyou to all members. We pause to recognize the extraordinary women who nurture families, strengthen communities, and inspire service above self every day.
Mothers, grandmothers, sisters, carers, mentors, and all women who guide others with compassion embody many of the values we hold dear as Rotarians, kindness, leadership, sacrifice, and service.
This Motherâs Day, may we celebrate not only with gratitude, but also with action. We all do so much to support our community and may we continue to support families, children, and community wellbeing through our Rotary projects.
Thank you to all members for your continued dedication and service.
Yours in Rotary
WEEKLY REMINDERS
ATTENDANCE
Please use ClubRunner to manage your attendance.
If you are unable to attend and/or wish to bring additional guests (including for special events or partners nights), please update your response by 5:00pm Monday.
Please note: we must provide Knox Club with final numbers and we are charged for meals even if you do not attend.
If you would like something included on the website, please contact Jim Sly. Content and photos are always welcome â especially of hard-working Rotarians!
The 1812 Theatre Night is coming up soon. If you haven't paid yet, can please pay on Tuesday night.
News from the Environment Team
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Easy sustainability wins you can try this week
Looking for simple ways to cut waste without overhauling your life? Here are a few practical, low-cost ideas that turn everyday items into something usefulâand keep more out of landfill.
Reuse
Before you bin plastic meat trays, give them a second life: the ones with little dimples are surprisingly handy as mini seed trays. Add a bit of potting mix, sow your seeds, and youâve got an instant starter garden.
Ready for the next step? Here are a couple of recycling ideas that are easy to action.
Recycle
Make a quick plant booster: pop banana skins in a bucket of water and let them steep for around two weeks. Use the liquid on pot plants for a gentle nutrient boost. Once the skins turn gooey, add them to your compost or green waste.
Donât throw out empty tablet blister packsâmany local pharmacies accept them for recycling. The aluminium and plastic are separated using specialised machinery, then recycled as different materials.
Donating? The Bayswater Salvos store team is known for being friendly and helpfulâif youâre unsure what they can accept, ask in-store and theyâll point you in the right direction.
And finally, the easiest win of all: reducing what comes home with you in the first place.
Reduce
Cut packaging while you shop: skip plastic bags and bring your own reusables. Woolworths and Coles both sell reusable mesh produce bags that make it easy to ditch the single-use plastic in the fruit and veg aisle.
Your turn: If youâve found a clever way to reduce waste at home, let us knowâweâd love to share community tips in a future newsletter.
CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME
The Rotary Club of Boronia is registered as a donation partner with the Victorian Container Deposit Scheme. Victoria is divided into 3 zones and of course we sit on the border between two of them, so weâre registered with both the North and East zones. Persons returning containers to any collection point in either zone may nominate us to receive the funds from their donations simply by scanning the attached barcode or entering our Donation Partner ID. All funds contributed will be deposited to our Committee account.
Alternatively, you may bring your empty bottles and cans to our meetings. Environment Chair Annette Griffin will take them to a recycling location to make a deposit on our behalf. You can also bring used batteries to meetings for collection.
The Wal Goodwin Award is an annual award presented at Changeover each year in recognition of an outstanding member of The Rotary Club of Boronia.
Members have had the opportunity to nominate members throughout the year. Names can be put in the box when someone has been recognised as an individual who has gone above and beyond, showing dedication, service above self, positive influence in the Club and recognising their efforts. This person may have done something during a meeting or at an event which was a stand out.
The winner will be presented at Club Changever with a Plaque and a donation of $200 will be made to ARH in their name.
Please think about someone in our Club who you think deserves this recognition. Voting will open soon and every member is eligable.
On Friday 15th May, our Club will once again be holding a stall at the Volunteer for Knox Expo, and we are looking for a few members who may be able to help out during the day.
This is a wonderful opportunity to promote our Club and Rotary, and to share with the wider community some of the amazing things we do. Last year, we had a fantastic day speaking with members of the public, answering questions, and highlighting the many ways Rotary makes a difference. It was also a great chance to connect with other volunteer organisations and see the valuable work being done across our community.
If you have an hour or two to spare, we would love to have your help at the stall. Your support would be greatly appreciated, and it all helps in raising awareness of Rotary and the impact of our Club.
Please let me know if you are available to assist.
Monique Smith
INFORMATION EVENING
We will be holding an Information Evening to showcase our Club, our projects, and the many ways Rotary makes a difference in our local community and beyond.
Our Club is very active, and this is a wonderful opportunity to share what we do with members of the public who may be interested in learning more about Rotary â and perhaps even joining us.
We encourage all members to think about friends, family, neighbours, work colleagues or community-minded people who may be interested in finding out more. Sometimes all it takes is a personal invitation.
This evening will be a great way to showcase the friendships, service, fundraising, youth programs and community projects that make the Rotary Club of Boronia so special.
If you are planning to bring someone along, please let us know so we can make sure we have accurate numbers.
Letâs all help spread the word and show our guests what Rotary is all about! Please share the flyers you have received via email.
RSP26: Three Days of Inspiration, Leadership & Fellowship â Donât Miss Out
Registrations are now open for the Rotary South Pacific Conference 2026, 30 Octâ1 Nov in Melbourne. This yearâs theme â People ⢠Planet ⢠Peace â brings together an exceptional lineup of speakers. Delegates will leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed confidence in Rotaryâs future.
Clubs and members are encouraged to also consider:
Presidentâs Breakfast (Sat) â an energising session with incoming RI President Larry Lunsford, designed for current and future club leaders. Registration Link
Rotary Foundation Masterclass (Fri) â with Past RI President and incoming TRF Trustee Chair Gordon McInally, focusing on mental health, impact, and how clubs can use Foundation grants more effectively. Registration Link
Saturday Gala Dinner â Unmasked: Masquerade Ball A spectacular evening featuring performances from classical musicals, a professional jazz band, a Phantomâthemed surprise duet, and a dramatic allâguest unmasking moment. Clubs may wish to book as a group via the main conference registration site.
Friday night fellowship dinner â an informal opportunity to socialise with members from across the region. Registration Link
Our community (Group 4) leader is Guz Rozycki (Belgrave) and our fellow community clubs are
Belgrave
Bunyip Garfield
Emerald & District
Ferntree Gully
Healesville
Koo Wee Rup Lang Lang
Lilydale
Monbulk & District
Pakenham
Upper Yarra
Wandin
REMINDERS
If members are unable to attend Tuesday night's meeting, please decline on ClubRunner by 5pm the Monday before. This is important for Knox Club staff and catering purposes.
You can update or find information on this website or contact Monique Smith to register or update your details. *Please remember to list Rotary Club of Boronia as a place you volunteer.
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Is it really âAll In The Mindâ? Letâs talk about it.
Sunday 24 May
9:30am â 4:30pm
Cardinia Community Centre
Featuring keynote speaker đđŤđđ˘đ đđđŚđ˘đĽđđ¨đ§, alongside guest speakers and a panel discussion covering key mental health topics.
Whether youâre looking to better understand mental health, support someone close to you, or gain practical tools, this event is for you.
Learn more: 
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