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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

Great Golf Day

Posted by Michael Crowe on Apr 28, 2021

Port Fairy Rotary's 2021 golf day was once again a great success. Held on the renowned Port Fairy golf links, 184 players hit off in perfect conditions in a Stableford competition. The players also enjoyed a BBQ put on by Rotary volunteers, and the opportunity to win the raffle. Prizes were generously donated by local businesses for grade winners, longest drive and nearest the pin.

All funds raised will be put towards the installation of a Town Clock in Port Fairy to mark the Centenary of Rotary in Australia.

Rotarians on BBQ duty

Rotary 100 years of service

Posted by Michael Crowe on Apr 27, 2021

On 21 April 1921 the first two Rotary Clubs in Australia, in Melbourne and Sydney, were established. Along with 1100 other clubs in Australia the Rotary Club of Port Fairy celebrated this significant milestone with a special dinner meeting on 21 April 2021. Highlights of the night were a Zoom linkup with over 30 clubs in our District 9780 and a birthday cake compliments of Rotarian Jill Gleeson. Port Fairy member and incoming District Governor, John Clue, addressed the virtually assembled clubs on the significant of the achievement of 100 years of service by Rotary in Australia.

Margaret Broers and John Ellard cut the cake

Flagpole Fix-up

Posted by Michael Crowe on Apr 12, 2021

The Charles Mills Reserve iconic flagpole has received a full makeover thanks to the Port of Port Fairy and local boat-builder, Gary Stewart. During the recent Rotary working bee at the reserve it was determined that the flagpole needed some serious repairs, so it was lowered and taken off to Gary's workshop. Rotting wood was repaired and repainted. The adjustable triangular rigging was replaced and is now once again functional.

Following completion of the repairs, the flagpole was reinstalled with the assistance of the Port's crane. It is now back as the centre piece in the reserve, and ready to 'fly the flag' thanks to all concerned.

The renovated flagpole

Charles Mills Spruce Up

Posted by Michael Crowe on Mar 02, 2021

Back in 1964 the Port Fairy Rotary Club established the facilities at the Charles Mills Reserve, a small picturesque park on the eastern bank of the Moyne River. Since that time the Club has improved and maintained the reserve - a period of 57 years! A recent working bee saw club members spruce up the shelters, bollards and the flagpole with a fresh coat of paint.

The painting gang at Charles Mills

Tony Bawden

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.

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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