Rays Roundup:

I’m back!

Having had a short break in Vietnam, I was impressed at being able to keep up with all the happenings at our Club on social media via Facebook. Thanks to Glenn and the work he has done keeping that flow happening.

A huge thank you to Bernadette PP and Geoff PE for filling in for me as President.

Ther’s been some great guest speakers and events attended by members. The Plonk, Pasta, Puddings and Poetry looked like it was a terrific night and before that the coffee morning had members enjoy a coffee and chat too.

On Friday I met with the team of the Men’s Mental Health Hub to update and recap on the work achieved so far. What an outstanding program that is and will continue well into next year. Unfortunately, we heard from Inga that she will be leaving the program and heading to Queensland with her family in December. She has been a true inspiration along with Felicia and more recently Rylee another fully qualified counsellor (who will be taking over from Inga).

The Skills Sheds wound up the term with a good feed of hamburgers (thank you Marina!) and pizzas at Skills Shed No. 2. They all received a certificate of completion and a tool belt to take home.

This next term we will celebrate the 2 year anniversary of the first Youth Skills Shed. Truly a remarkable achievement with 72 kids going through and becoming Junior Tradies! It’s not possible without the continued support of our Club and the ever-reliable volunteers who attend each week. Thank you!

We have also been successful in receiving some grants. One from Red Energy and another from Knox Council. These will be allocated to the Skills Shed at Boronia K-12 and the Men’s Hub respectfully.

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday night.

See ya Round!

A little reminder from the Bread Roll Department…

Each Monday afternoon, we give the Knox Club our final meal numbers, and that is exactly how many bread rolls they order.

So, if you have advised that you’re not having a meal, sadly there won’t be a bread roll with your name on it!

And if we don’t know you’re coming for a meal, we can’t guarantee there’ll be a roll waiting for you either.

Please make sure your meal arrangements are confirmed by Monday afternoon.

We are doing our best to make our meetings run smoothly. Thanks for your co-operation.

Moral of the story: if you want the roll, book the meal! 🍞😄

Some wonderful renditions of poems were shared throughout the night. Thanks to everyone who shared some famous Australian poets, Irish poet and to Mark for his moving lyrics to songs he had written. My contribution was to recognise the wonderful Boronia Rotary members in verse. Poet Lyn!!!

ODE TO BORONIA ROTARY:

Good evening, friends and visitors, we’re glad you come along,
To the place where Knox area fellowship is vibrant, deep, and strong!
Each Tuesday the bell is rung and the Knox Club starts to hum,
As Boronia’s very finest crew arrive there, one by one.

Leading the charge is President Ray, right at the steering wheel,
Guiding the club with a steady hand and an inspirational zeal.
With perfect timing, Mark shouts out, "Knox Rocks!" loud and clear,
While Peter runs the Skills Shed with the projects of the year.

Then Paul is at the Men’s Hub making sure the chats are good,
Guiding locals, fixing things, and helping neighbourhoods.
Monique brings the energy, championing the Youth,
Inspiring future leaders with some action and some truth.

And keeping things sustainable, green, and looking bright,
Annette champions the Environment to make the future right.
While Jan serves up the social fun—tonight she’s running the show,
With Plonk, Pasta, Puddings, and Poetry to get the room aglow!

And when the hungry crowds arrive and smoke begins to rise,
It's Helene running barbecues and flipping for the prize!
"Service Above Self" is the rule, but they’ve added one more part:
Make sure you have a bit of fun while showing all your heart.

So welcome tonight, our visitors, our partners, and our friends,
To a night of Boronia Rotary fellowship where the laughter never ends.
Here’s to the local legends spinning Rotary’s famous wheel,
With a bit of cheek, a lot of pride, and a legendary zeal!

All Rotarian Minutes are available online : 

https://therotarianminute.org/ 

Boronia Probus would like to invite members of the Boronia Rotary Club to join them in celebrating 50 years of Probus. 

• President’s Breakfast (Sat) — an energising session with incoming RI President Larry Lunsford, designed for current and future club leaders. Registration Link
• Rotary Foundation Masterclass (Fri) — 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 — Unmasked: Masquerade Ball A spectacular evening featuring performances from classical musicals, a professional jazz band, a Phantom‑themed surprise duet, and a dramatic all‑guest unmasking moment. Clubs may wish to book as a group via the main conference registration site.
• Friday night fellowship dinner – an informal opportunity to socialise with members from across the region. Registration Link

• Belgrave - Ferntree Gully
• Bunyip Garfield
• Emerald & District
• Healesville
• Koo Wee  Rup Lang Lang
• Lilydale
• Monbulk & District
• Pakenham
• Upper Yarra
• Wandin