The fantastic work of St Vincent de Paul Society presented by Coordinator Teresa Branch and Volunteer Robbie McGhee was enthusiastically received at the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge meeting on Tuesday night. Particularly in relation to Freds Van named after Fredrick Ozanam founder of the Vincent de Paul Society. Fred's Van was started nearly 30 years ago in the CBD of Adelaide and has grown to 8 service sites across Adelaide plus two regional sites in Port Lincoln and Port Pirie. The suburban and regional sites provide support to those in the community that are struggling, including families with children, unemployed, underemployed, isolated people and people struggling with mental health. The City Van serves the majority of homeless and transient clients. New member Lisa Sherry Foster chaired the meeting and President Gordon Schultz thanked them for their presentation.
Vale Graham Coventry
Graham Coventry - eulogy from a Rotary perspective.
Graham gave service above self through the programs of Rotary Clubs at Tumut, Casterton, Murray Bridge, Kununurra, and Renmark serving as President twice at Casterton, once at Murray Bridge and Renmark. Graham was recognised as a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Club of Casterton.
Graham Coventry was a true, sincere and honest friend to many, and his passing saddened those with whom he came into contact over many years. Graham’s personality shone through the way he interacted with others as a family man, a friend, a Rotarian, a stock salesman, or selling tomatoes at the Leader Street Markets in Wayville. We will continue to remember a great gentleman, a good bloke, and a decent person who was a welcome part of our lives.
Graham epitomised the Rotarian 4 way test being truthful, fair, building goodwill, and benefiting others. He was an effective leader because he tapped into the skills and thoughts of others, using this to form alliances, strengthen teams, and actively involve others as equals. People felt safe with Graham’s direction and leadership, and were usually delighted to go along with suggestions and ideas from a person sharing a mischievous smile. The membership of the above named clubs probably all shared a growth spurt, with people wanting to be part of the excitement and responsibility of doing good for others in our world.
This day I am proud to convey the condolences for many, knowing that the news of the passing of Graham has sparked remembering great times spent with him, re-living the care, the love and shared good experiences in their lives. These feelings are not lost and will continue to help us see the world in a different way.
I convey the following message from the Rotary Club of Renmark;
“The Rotary Club of Renmark was shocked and saddened at the news of Graham’s passing. He was always involved in club events and stepped up to be president in the 2020/2021 year. His ideas were progressive and he always had the best interests of the club at heart.
Many members will remember his excitement when talking about Rotary and its history, especially to guests and newcomers to the club. The Rotary Club of Renmark offers thoughts and prayers to Judith and Graham’s family, and extends an invitation to them to join the club as guests in the future. He will be missed.” President Tom Copley.
Past District Governor Bob Cooper has asked that I convey his sincere condolences to Judith and family, and also to the many Rotarians who were part of Graham’s life.
I deliver the above brief messages, along with the floral tributes, and cards, to you Judith and your family, with the wish that you will be consoled to some extent at this sad time, knowing that many others were privileged to share time with a great person.
Composed from the input of many by Rotarian Sam Cozens.
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CALENDAR WINNERS 15th August
Draw Date
Value
Winning No.
Winner
Location
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15.8.23
100
580
J. & T. Dirrmann
Murray Bridge
R. Lehmann
30
119
D. McLean
Murray Bridge
D. McLean
20
57
R. & F. Hicks
Murray Bridge
S. Sickerdick
Council On Legislation Nominations Open
Do you know someone who may wish to serve in this capacity?
If so, please ask for more information.
All Rotary Clubs in District 9510 are invited to submit nominations for District primary and alternative representatives to the Rotary International Council on Legislation and Councils on Resolutions for the period ending 30 June 2026.
Eligibility To serve as representative, a candidate must: Be a member of a club in the district; Have served a full term as an RI officer, likely as a district governor, at the time of election (See Special Situations below if a past governor is not available.); Understand and be qualified, willing, and able to perform the duties and responsibilities of a representative.
Successful Golf Tournament
(Copied from ARH Newsletter)
Recently Australian Rotary Health Director John Campbell attended the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge Changeover. In April the Club held a very successful Golf Tournament with Australian Rotary Health's 'Lift the Lid' on Mental Illness as the beneficiary. John played with members from Rotary Club Of Goolwa. We thank the club for their generosity and presenting a cheque for $4,500 to our Director John Campbell.
Rotary Club Calendar
Do you look at the Coming Events and Speakers list on our calendar?
Would you like to have Rotary events and dates automatically appear on your device or PC?
There is good news as all information is able to be linked to your devices.
Simply visit the website, www.murraybridgerotary.org.au and click on the "Calendar" Tab in the menu bar. Click on "Events Calendar" and scroll down to the bottom of the current calendar. Here you will see a box labelled "Subscribe to Calendar"
Click the box which will reveal the following
For help in relation to your device, click on one of the help links for either Outlook, Google or Apple calendars.
Mobilong Meetings
Recent discussions with Mobiong President Sally has resuled in both Clubs sharing their upcoming speaker list to update members
23rd AUGUST
Jacqui & Max Merckenschlager Revegetation of our Caloote block
RSL
6th SEPTEMBER
Lhionara [Tammi] Baker My medical assistance dog
RSL
20th SEPTEMBER
Julie Barrie Pangarinda Botanic Garden
RSL
18th OCTOBER
Seun Akande & Bolaji Akinbo Our journey from Nigeria to M/Bridge
RSL
If you are wishing to attend, please ensure you book in.
Paul Harris Fellow Recognition
Food Business Notification Number Rural City Of Murray Bridge
Trading Business Name: Rotary Club of Murray Bridge Food Business Notification Number: RCMB118 This business is now notified with the Rural City of Murray Bridge. If there are any changes to the food business notification details, such as a change in address or ownership, please ensure Council is notified with the appropriate form. While Council has a responsibility for the administration of the Food Act 2001 to ensure compliance with standards and food safety requirements, we consider our primary role is to provide support. We can provide advice and guidance on all Food Standards Code matters.
Object of Rotary
The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST: The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND: High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying of each Rotarian’s occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD: The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian’s personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH: The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
Rotary Work Shirts
Darryl Webb has arranged with Grandisons to supply Bisley Rotary work shirts in various configurations.
Please visit Grandisons and select your shirt which will then be embroided with our Club logo.
Pay for the shirt and retain your receipt.
Upon presentation of the receipt to Sam Cozens, you will be reimbursed $20 as a subsidy
What's happening on our Facebook page
John Scarvelis has been posting up a storm with some great content.
Graham Coventry was a true, sincere and honest friend to many, and his passing saddened those with whom he came into contact over many years. Graham’s personality shone through the way he interacted with others as a family man, a friend, a Rotarian, a stock salesman, or selling tomatoes at the Leader Street Markets in Wayville. We will continue to remember a great gentleman, a good bloke, and a decent person who was a welcome part of our lives.
ged with Grandisons to supply Bisley Rotary work shirts in various configurations.
