It is my great pleasure to welcome everyone to our meeting for the final week of March.
We extend a warm welcome back to the Bike Riders. Each year they continue to do a fantastic job raising funds for Australian Rotary Health. This year, they have travelled approximately 578 km and have raised an impressive $33,500 to date, an outstanding achievement and a testament to their dedication and commitment. Please see below message if you would like to donate.
As we head into the Easter period, I wish everyone a wonderful and relaxing break. May you enjoy special time with family and friends over the Easter holidays. For those who are travelling, please take care and stay safe.
See you Tuesday for a very special meeting.
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 โ especially of hard-working Rotarians!
There will also be a Special General Meeting held to accept the updated Club Rules.
Chairperson - Neville Windebank
Cashiers - Stephen Spiers, Monique Smith
Equipment/Greeting - Richard Spinosa- Cattela
Toast - Glenn Tippett
Thanks/Greeting - Peter Van Zeyl
Raffle - Janet Windebank
7th April - Walking the Camino in Spain - Peter Van Zeyl
Chairperson - Peter Malden
Cashiers - Ken Barrett, Peter Enlund
Equipment - Ron Brooks
Toast/Greeting - Paul Cassidy
Thanks/Greeting - Geoff Griffin
Raffle - Roland Black
On behalf of the Conference Committee, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous contribution of $500 to the Care Pack Project for City Mission Hobart and City Mission Launceston.
Your support meant so much and was an important part of this very special project at our Combined District Conference. It was wonderful to be able to come together and do something practical and worthwhile while we were all in one place, doing what Rotary does best - supporting the community.
Because of the generosity of donors such as you, we were able to donate and pack care packs that will now reach people doing it tough. We were deeply touched by the letters of thanks we received from City Mission. They shared that every care pack donated and packed creates a ripple of kindness that reaches far beyond the moment it is received. For someone in crisis, receiving something thoughtfully prepared by a person they have never met can be deeply powerful - a reminder that people care, even without knowing their story. These simple acts of compassion can restore dignity, hope and a sense of being seen.
Hobart City Mission also advised that the care bags are being distributed through its Emergency Relief program to help people experiencing homelessness or financial crisis, and that both the personal care bags and financial support were greatly appreciated.
Your contribution helped make this project a meaningful part of the Conference. It gave delegates the opportunity to work together in service, and it was heartening to see that spirit of generosity in action.
Thank you once again for your kindness, support and generosity. Your contribution has made a genuine difference, and your impact continues to touch our community in ways that truly matter.
Warm regards,
Monique Smith
Conference Chair
Combined District Conference 2026
Rotary Districts 9815 & 9830
What a great way to spend your birthday.
Paul was one of our team for the Mens Hub and then went on to assist with the Youth Shed.
Lyn organised a chocolate party cake and all who attended the Mens Hub sang happy birthday while Paul blew out all the candles.
Happy birthday and Thanks for your efforts Paul.
NEWS FROM THE ENVIRONMENT TEAM
Here are some tips on ways to reuse, recycle and reduce your waste โ
When you purchase fruit and vegetables at the supermarket, instead of putting them in the shop-supplied plastic bags, use your own supply of reusable mesh or cloth bags.
Do you have a worm farm or compost bin at home for your kitchen waste?
Instead of throwing out used jars, lids and cardboard items, save them and donate to your local pre-school.
Reduce or eliminate use of plastic wrap by substituting with silicone or beeswax wraps.
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 weโre 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.
FOOTY TIPPING
Join our Rotary Footy Tipping Comp! ๐
Alright Boronia Rotarians โ itโs that time of year againโฆ Footy Tipping is on!
If you love the footy (or just love a bit of friendly competition and bragging rights), weโd love you to jump in.
Below is the link for each member to click on and register themselves and they can add their footy tips in each week. Fee to join is $20 each
If you know of any men 18+ yrs above in your life, workplace, or community who are struggling, want to connect, or need supportโฆ.. We will be holding an Easter BBQ!!
The Rotary Clubs of District 9815 are coming together in a powerful show of unity to raise awareness, start important conversations, and take action against Domestic & Family Violence.
Domestic & Family Violence Forum
Cameo Theatre, Belgrave
Friday 1st May
6:00PM โ 9:30PM
$25 per ticket
This important community event is proudly supported by participating Rotary Clubs across the district, including Knox, Bayswater, Ferntree Gully, Emerald & District, Monbulk, Boronia, Wandin, Lilydale and surrounding clubs, all working together to make a difference.
This is more than just an event, itโs a conversation we all need to be part of.
On the night, weโll explore:
How to recognise and respond to domestic violence
Who you can turn to for help
Why it happens and how we can reduce its impact
Featuring guest speakers
Food, refreshments & movie screening
Popcorn & Choc Tops proudly sponsored by Bendigo Bank Belgrave
Bring a friend. Start the conversation. Be part of the change.
Together, as Rotary, as a community, we stand strong:
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.
Our social media platforms are a great way to see what our club is up to and share our progress with others. If you're not yet connected, just click the icons below and follow.
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๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐จ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐๐ 
Domestic & Family Violence Forum
Friday 1st May
6:00PM โ 9:30PM
$25 per ticket
This is more than just an event, itโs a conversation we all need to be part of.
How to recognise and respond to domestic violence
Featuring guest speakers
Food, refreshments & movie screening
Popcorn & Choc Tops proudly sponsored by Bendigo Bank Belgrave
Bring a friend. Start the conversation. Be part of the change.
STOP THE VIOLENCE 
END THE SILENCE
Is it really โAll In The Mindโ? Letโs talk about it.
9:30am โ 4:30pm
