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Hoist Helps Swimmers

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jul 12, 2019

President of Belfast Aquatics Committee of Management, Anne Mcilroy, spoke to our 8 July meeting about Belfast Aquatics and their new hoist. The facility provides a wide range of exercise and swimming programs in their gym and pool. Port Fairy Rotary recently donated a hoist that will enable the transfer of clients in wheel chairs and provide easy access to the pool via the beach entry. Anne thanked the Rotary Club for their support and a plaque was presented to her acknowledging the donation by the Club.

Sue Robertson presents the plaque to Anne Mcilroy

President Peter

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jul 03, 2019

Peter Smith was inducted as President of the Port Fairy Rotary Club for 2019/20 at a glittering change-over dinner on 24 June. Peter has been a member of the Club since 2015 and served as Secretary for the last three years.

In his acceptance speech Peter outlined his ideas for the Club for the forthcoming year. These include continuing the strong program of fundraising, the Club's commitment to community service, and a drive to increase Club membership numbers. And, of course, an emphasis on having lots of fun.

Also at the event outgoing President Sue Robertson presented her report on the Club's activities and achievements for the past year.

Cycling Without Age

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jun 14, 2019

Cycling Without Age (CWA) is a volunteer organisation that takes elderly and less abled citizens out for free bike rides in specialised trishaws. A group from the Port Fairy CWA pilot program visited our recent meeting and spoke about CWA and their plans to set up the program in the town.

Brendan Donahoo, project leader and past Rotarian, explained how the program works and the progress that had already been made with its establishment in Port Fairy.

King of Moyneyana

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jun 13, 2019

Port Fairy Rotary has recognised the community service of Reg Harry. The Club recently presented Reg with a Certificate of Appreciation, recognising his long service to the town's annual Moyneyana Festival and the Folk Festival.

Reg has been involved with Moyneyana for about 50 years and has been Chairman for the last 20 years. Receiving the award, Reg commented that the Festival provides a wonderful program of activities for summer visitors. He acknowledged the support of Rotary and other service organisations.

President Sue and Reg Harry

Top Recognition for Hester

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jun 12, 2019

Prominent Port Fairy resident and Rotarian Hester Woodrup has been made a Paul Harris Fellow. This is the highest award that the Club can make in recognition of long and valuable service.

In making the award Club president, Sue Robertson, mentioned some of Hester's contributions to the Port Fairy community including over 30 years involvement with the Murray to Moyne cycling event (initiated in memory of Hester's late partner Graham Woodrup), the Port Fairy Cycling Club and Parkrun.

Hester and Sue Robertson

Hester joined Rotary in 2012 and has served as President and in many other roles within the Club.

Oriel's Moyneyana Music

Posted by Michael Crowe on May 29, 2019

Last year the Rotary Club of Port Fairy donated a new piano to Moyneyana House. The piano was handed over on 20 December by President Sue Robertson at a concert for Moyneyana residents held to mark the occasion.

Moyneyana House Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator Oriel Glennon recently returned to address the Club and report back on the use of the piano and the role of music in the lives of the Moyneyana residents.

Friends fabulous fashions

Posted by Michael Crowe on May 19, 2019

The Friends of Port Fairy Rotary's recent fashion parade proved a great success. Over a 100 people attended and around $1800 was raised on the day. The funds will provide support for the Club's charitable efforts.

The Friends organised the event, sourcing the garments and accessories from the Francis Foundation Op-Shop. The Francis Foundation provides accommodation placement and support for mental health. The Foundation was founded in 1981 by well-known Port Fairy resident Joan Grace.

Rotarians Jill Gleeson and Robert Whitehead featured among the volunteer models, all of whom put on an entertaining display of the outfits.

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Port Fairy is a historic, intimate harbour village in the south west region of Victoria in Australia. The town is famous for its annual Folk Music Festival, held in March each year, which has been running for nearly 40 years and has expanded to include not just folk music but blues and roots music to suit all ages.

Port Fairy is a friendly town that relies greatly on tourism and therefore welcomes visitors from all parts of the globe. Therefore, if you are visiting Port Fairy, then we invite you to join us at our weekly Rotary Club Dinner meeting held each Monday evening. Details on meeting times and venue are on the Home page

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