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Battery Hill Renewal

Posted by Michael Crowe on Sep 19, 2021

Port Fairy Rotary's contribution to the renewal of Battery Hill continued with tree planting at the historic site. This effort was part of a long-term project to return native vegetation, improve public access and restore the historic elements, co-ordinated by the Shire and local historian Marten Syme. Rotary is one of several community groups that have provided volunteer effort to the project over a number of years.

On a recent Sunday morning with rain and storms threatening Rotarians and Friends got down to the job of planting trees and shrubs. The work was done in small groups in order to comply with current COVID 19 regulations.

District 9780 Changeover

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jul 19, 2021

On 10 July local Rotarian John Clue was inducted as Governor of Rotary District 9780 for 2021/22. The event was held in Port Fairy and was attended by 100 Rotarians and friends from across the District, which stretches across western Victoria and into eastern South Australia. This is a high honour for John and the first time that the Rotary Club of Port Fairy has provided the District Governor. In accepting the office, John said that he and his wife Heather are excited to now start the District Governor’s journey over the coming year and look forward to meeting with clubs in person over the coming months.

John Clue

New President for Port

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jul 06, 2021

Jill Gleeson has stepped up to be the President of the Rotary Club of Port Fairy for 2021/22. This is Jill's second term as President since joining the Club in 2007. Jill was inducted by 9780 District Governor Phil Beasley at a well-attended Changeover dinner held in Port Fairy on 21 June. She takes over from outgoing President Tony Bawden who skilfully steered the Club through the difficult times of the COVID-19 pandemic during 2020/21.

Jill Gleeson and Tony Bawden

Tea and Trivia

Posted by Michael Crowe on Jul 05, 2021

Winter Weekends in Port Fairy celebrate the cold season with a variety of events and attractions. The Friends of Port Fairy recently joined the action with a High Tea trivia quiz afternoon. Held in the yacht club rooms, it attracted over 40 masterminds keen to test their knowledge of a range of question categories. The half-time highlight was a sumptuous high tea served by the Friends kitchen crew.

At the end of the day the 'P' team took off first prize of a half dozen bottles of wine, narrowly ahead of the second and third prize-winning teams.

The afternoon was a successful fundraiser for Rotary's various worthy causes. Thanks to all who came along and to the Friends and Members who worked hard to put on the event both on the day and in the weeks leading up to the weekend.

Gala Centenary Dinner

Posted by Michael Crowe on May 29, 2021

On 24 May 2021 Rotarians and local dignitaries gathered for a gala dinner to celebrate the Centenary of Rotary in Australia and to mark the 60th anniversary of Rotary in Port Fairy. The event took place in the Drill Hall, the venue of the Charter meeting of the Club on 25 March 1961. This year also marks 100 years of Rotary service in Australia.

In proposing a toast to Rotary, the Mayor of Moyne Shire, Daniel Meade, acknowledged the outstanding service provided by Port Fairy Rotary to the town and the district over the last 60 years. Other highlights of the night included a presentation on the history of the Club by Harry Bracegirdle, and addresses by District 9780 District Governor Elect (and Port Fairy Rotary member) John Clue, and Club President Tony Bawden.

Tony Bawden

Lindsay Jets In

Posted by Michael Crowe on May 10, 2021

Port Fairy Rotary assisted adventurer Lindsay Warner when he dropped into town recently during his circumnavigation of Australia on a jetski. Lindsay is undertaking this trip to raise awareness and funds for mens's health. Starting in Esperance WA, he was about a quarter of the way through his 16,000 km journey.

During his brief stopover Rotary helped Lindsay with refuelling his small craft, while Port Fairy Marine Rescue provided help with accommodation and drying facilities.

Lindsay Warner

on board

Destiny Returns

Posted by Michael Crowe on May 10, 2021

In January 2020 Destiny Kelly departed Australia for Switzerland, excited to be Port Fairy Rotary's Youth Exchange participant for that year. However as we all know in 2020 normality was turned on its head and Destiny's year away was not what she expected. Understandably COVID restricted many of the usual educational and social activities Destiny would have normally undertaken.

Destiny addressed the Club last week and spoke about her unusual year in Switzerland, illustrating how she made the most of the altered circumstances.

Destiny also expressed appreciation to the Club and especially Sue Robertson for her assistance over the year.

Destiny and Sue Robertson

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Mondays at 7:00 PM

Star of the West Hotel

Cnr Bank & Sackville Streets
Port Fairy, VIC 3284
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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 over 40 years and has expanded to include not just folk music but blues and roots music to suit all ages. It also has a Winter Weekends Festival running on specific weekends from June to July.

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 Rotary Club Dinner meeting held on the first and third Mondays of the month (6:30pm for 7:00pm start). Details on meeting times and venue are on the Home page

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Rotary Club Xmas Party 2021
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Dec 13, 2021
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

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Aug 02, 2021

Crystal Lee Foundation - Support for young people with cancer

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Jul 05, 2021

Waste management and recycling in Moyne Shire

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