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Box Hill Central
Wednesdays at 7:30 am
Best Western - The Tudor Inn
1101-1107 Whitehorse Rd
Box Hill , VIC 3128
Australia
Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 am in-person and online Zoom Meeting ID: 896 8096 1265 Passcode: 391493
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President's Message
Wendy Zhang
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Dear  $FIRST_NAME$

Change can often bring a mix of emotions—starting with denial, followed by resistance, then exploration, and ultimately acceptance. It’s a natural journey that many individuals and groups experience.

However, during this recent period of leadership transition, I’ve witnessed something truly remarkable in our club. Our members have shown a strong sense of capability, actively engaging in discussions, seeking clarification, and offering thoughtful suggestions.

I’m especially grateful—and proud—to say that not a single member displayed resistance or negativity. This speaks volumes about the strength, unity, and positive culture we’ve built together. Thank you all for your continued support and commitment to our shared goals.

Kind regards,
Wendy Zhang
President 25/26

August 2025

Upcoming Events
Kate Pinchiera: Act Your Purpose
Tudor Best Western
Jul 30, 2025
7:30 am – 8:30 am
 
RCBHC Board 25/26
Jul 31, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
 
Dave Burt: Founder Sport and Life Training
Tudor Best Western
Aug 06, 2025
7:30 am – 8:30 am
 
Environmental Sustainability Team TBC
Aug 07, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
 
Rotary Whitehorse Farmers Market
Aug 10, 2025
 
NGV French Impressionism with guide Brian Martin
National Gallery of Victoria
Aug 13, 2025 11:15 am
 
RICON25 reflections with Diane & Stephen Fisher
Aug 13, 2025
7:30 am – 8:30 am
 
Operation Toilets Board Meeting
Aug 19, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
 
NGV French Impressionism with guide Brian Martin
National Gallery of Victoria
Aug 20, 2025 11:15 am
 
Speaker: Pat McCafferty
Tudor Best Western
Aug 20, 2025
7:30 am – 8:30 am
 
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Checkout our club calender (with rosters), also at HOME tab on club website. 

Supporting 55 hungry volunteers at Gardiners Creek Biodiversity Project with Kooyong Koot Alliance. Around 2000 indigenous seedlings planted and weed removal effected beside the creek for International Tree Planting Day. Sounds hungry work!
Well done to our BBQ support team!
Another great morning helping to Address Classroom Hunger through funding, preparing and delivering 150 cheese sandwiches to seven requesting local schools, for students, who for whatever reason, don’t have lunch.
Our thanks to Forest Hill Chase for hosting us, and our passing new friend, who bought us a tub of spread and some chocolates!
Next date Wednesday Aug 27, 10-11am near Aldi. Join us. 
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Club Experience: celebration, culture, learning and connection. 

In 25/26 we’ve planned a calendar of inclusive, fun, and engaging social events, 

focused on celebration, culture, learning, and connection.

Here’s a preview of what’s to come:

🎨 NGV French Impressionist Exhibition Tours – August & September
🏉 Grand Final Breakfast – Wednesday, 17 September
🪔 Diwali Club Social Evening – Saturday, 11 October
🎄 Christmas Celebration – December (Date TBC)
🇦🇺 Australia Day BBQ – Monday, 26 January
🐉 Chinese New Year Celebration – Saturday, 21 February
🌸 Easter Gathering – April (Date TBC)

Ready to visit our E-WASH project in Ethiopia in Nov 2025?

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Honorary Member: Andrew Davenport

We welcome into Honorary Membership 25/26,  Andrew Davenport, Mayor of City of Whitehorse. 

Andrew first connected with Rotary at 19 years of age, when accepting a Rotary Youth Leadership Award sponsorship. Andrew says some of the lessons learnt then, still benefit him today. 

We welcome Andrew! 

Enjoy this first edition of EBlast newsletter, where CEP highlights activity with partnering Rotary clubs. RCBHC has helped place Emily and Tas in employment. Members and friends encouraged to help set up conversations with potential employers for Pat to follow through.  

Checkout update on our sponsored Cafe of Connections in Box Hill South. 

Read The Brolly Autumn 2025 edition.  

Consider participation in Dance for Dementia fundraiser this September.

Please advise any changes/swaps or regular inabilities to Greg Cooper greg@cnre.com.au.   Thank for your volunteer service.

Whitehorse Farmers Market Aug 10

7:30-9:15am       Diane F, Stephen F, Wendy Z, Tony S, Robyn S

9:15-11:00am.    Niranjan R, Brian Martin, David R, Jane R, John M 

11:00-12:30am.  Greg C, Penny C, Time G, Ashley C, Julian B.  

Meeting Responsibilities
Chair Aug 6
Cooper, Greg
 
Chair Aug 13
Catford, Andrew
 
Chair Aug 20
Martin, Brian
 
Welcome Desk
Stokes, Robyn
 
Welcome Desk
Greenham, Tim
 
Hybrid Management
Stokes, Tony
 
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