"In a world where you can be anything, be kind."
Often attributed to author Clare Pooley, this quote serves as a powerful reminder of a fundamental value. Kindness is defined by the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate, not only to others but also to ourselves. It’s an essential practice that acknowledges our differences, celebrates our similarities, and shows empathy in both our successes and our setbacks. Let's strive to lead with kindness in all that we do.
Please note, We meet this FRIDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2025 | Bookings must close at 3pm, Tuesday 2 September.
Guest Speaker Professor Barry Marshall AC topic - "Towards the Barry Marshall Research Institute for Infectious Diseases - A Perth Rotary Centenary Project". Have you booked your ticket yet? https://www.trybooking.com/DEDGC Ticket sales must close off at 3pm Tuesday 2 September. Please go on line asap to secure your place, it promises to be an inspiring; informative and imaginative meeting.... Don't miss out.
Booking Procedures for Perth Rotary Members
To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please remember to adhere to our booking process.
Meeting Days: Rotary luncheons are held on the first and third Fridays of each month.
Booking Deadline: Bookings must be made by 3:00 PM on the Tuesday before the event. This allows us to confirm numbers and dietary requirements with the Parmelia Hilton.
Your timely booking and consistent attendance are vital to the success of our meetings. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you there!
ROTARIANS ON THE MOVE THIS WEEK.... 
The reach of Perth Rotarians has been far and wide this past week.
D9423 Representative Goes "Off The Grid" for ShelterBox
District 9423 ShelterBox Representative, PP Wesley Sim, recently traveled to New South Wales to attend the annual ShelterBox Conference. To raise awareness and funds, he participated in an immersive "Off The Grid" camp out, where he experienced firsthand the conditions faced by families displaced by conflict and disaster.
While spending a night in a ShelterBox tent, Wesley was reminded that his temporary discomfort is a stark contrast to the reality for millions who have lost everything.
He asks all Rotarians to join his mission to ensure no one is without shelter after a disaster. Please consider donating to this critical cause via the link below:
https://offthegrid-2025.raiselysite.com/2025sbconferenceteam
Rotary Youth Exchange | The Adventure continues....
From the city lights to the great outdoors, our Rotary Youth Exchange student Elliot is having an incredible adventure! He's currently heading south to the rugged Wellington Dam area for a three-day camp with our Corporate Member, St. George's Anglican Grammar School Outdoor Education Unit. He'll be putting his skills to the test, navigating the Australian bush and the winding Collie River.
This wilderness expedition comes right after an action-packed weekend in Sydney! Elliot truly conquered the eastern seaboard, climbing the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, taking a ferry to Manly Beach, and exploring the historic Rocks district. What a way to see Australia!
Rotary Foundation of Australia | Board Meeting
I recently had the privilege of attending my first board meeting for the Rotary Foundation of Australia at the Rotary International Office in Norwest, NSW. It was a personally enriching and educational experience. My goal is to use these insights to deepen all club’s understanding of and support for the vital work of the Rotary Foundation. The Rotary Foundation of Australia operates with the highest level of transparency, governed by highly experienced and qualified Rotarians. This commitment to excellence has earned The Rotary Foundation the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator for the thirteenth consecutive year. The Foundation encourage all members to consider supporting this impactful work through a donation or a bequest.
For more information on about the Rotary Foundation of Australia, please go to: https://www.rotaryfoundationaustralia.org.au/about
Rotary and Gates Foundation Renew Partnership to End Polio
In other exciting news from Rotary International, a pivotal partnership has been renewed. Rotary and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation have extended their long-standing collaboration to accelerate the global effort to end polio. The joint commitment, announced at the 2025 Rotary International Convention, is a powerful investment in the future of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. Under the renewed agreement, Rotary will continue to raise US$50 million annually, with every dollar matched by two additional dollars from the Gates Foundation. Over the next three years, this partnership is set to deliver up to US$450 million to support eradication efforts worldwide.
For more details on this renewed partnership, please visit: https://endpolio.org/rotary-and-gates-foundation-extend-partnership-to-end-polio
Please save the date - Friday 24 October 2025, World Polio Day. Perth Rotary Club in conjunction with all other Clubs in the Swan to Surf Rotary Community Group #2 will be hosting a fundraising dinner. More details to come. We are this | | Close to eradicating Polio from the World. Lets all do our part in raising the funds necessary to rid the world of this debilitating disease.
PERTH ROTARY | FELLOWSHIP UP DATE.
The Long Walk - raising funds and awareness for Prostate Cancer is on - Sunday 21 September 2025. Please see the link here for the full story: https://rotaryperth.org.au/Stories/the-long-walk-....-is-on-again.-raising-awareness-of-prostate-cancer
Centenary Merchandise
In the meantime, you can show your support and pride by ordering our special Centenary Shirts and Caps.
Please click on the following link to place your order: https://shop.fullypromoted.com.au/perthrotary. You have the option of ordering shirts in either Blue/Yellow or White/Navy color combinations. A special thank you to Ashley Whitworth for his dedication in developing the logo and ensuring these items are available at an affordable price.
For members of other Rotary clubs, Ashley can also include your club's logo in place of Perth Rotary's. The Centenary of 100 years of Rotary Service to Western Australia is a celebration for all in WA Rotary, and we encourage everyone to join us in marking this significant milestone.
ROTARY MEANS BUSINESS - Perth Rotarian Dr David Preece is the guest speaker.
- When: Tuesday, 2 September 2025 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: ANZAC House Perth, Level 1, 28 St Georges Terrace
- Perth Rotary Centenary Meeting Date tba. rsvp - president@rotaryperth.org.au
- Perth Rotary Membership Committee Meeting | Tuesday 16 September 2025, 7.30am, Garage Cafe, West Perth.
- Perth Rotary Board Meeting, 6.00pm, Tuesday 16 September 2025. Any agenda items, please send to Club Secretary - secretary@rotaryperth.org.au
- Perth Rotary AGM. Friday 17 October 2025.
- Perth Rotary Business Lunch | Friday 5 September 2025. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DEDGC
- Perth Rotary Business Lunch | Friday 19 September 2025. Booking Link tba
- Perth Rotary | The Long Walk. Sunday 21 September 2025.
- Rotary Means Business | Tuesday 2 September 2025. ANZAC House, 5pm
- D9423 State Finals of the 4 Way Speaking Competition | Geraldton. Saturday 20 September 2025.
- BioSPHERE Boodja Festival | Goomalling. 28 - 29 September 2025. More details, click on this link: https://rotaryperth.org.au/Stories/biosphere-boodja-festival-goomalling
- World Polio Day | Liquid Gold Dinner. Rotary Community Group Two Collaboration. Friday 24 October 2025. Save the Date.
- World Polio Day | Ride the Train.
