Have you registered for the District Conference yet? Take advantage of the early bird discount of $300 finishes at the end of November when the price will rise to $350.  This will be a fantastic weekend filled with interesting guest speakers and a chance to network. You can also enjoy the hospitality of Bendigo and spend time in this wonderful regional centre. So, what are you waiting for? IT IS TIME TO BOOK. trybooking.com/book/event?eid=520299&  More information can be found at: rotarydistrict9800.org.au/sitepage/conference2020/district-9800-conference

Rotary Day at the United Nations each year celebrates the organizations’ shared vision for peace and highlights the critical humanitarian activities that Rotary and the United Nations lead around the world.  This year six humanitarians who are members of the family of Rotary were honored as People of Action: Connectors Beyond which focuses on the global refugee crisis. The annual event, held in New York City on 9 November this year, celebrated the vision for peace that Rotary and the UN share. Through Rotary’s long history with the UN, its members have helped people affected by war, famine, and disaster.

On Wednesday 13th November, around 200 Rotarians from four Rotary Districts attended the Rotary Foundation Dinner at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club. Past Rotary International President KR Ravi Ravindran gave his inspiring as incoming chair of The Rotary Foundation. Ravi and his wife Vanathy were the guests of honour at several events in Melbourne over two days.