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VALE - Pierce John Grenfell PHF

It is noted with great sadness the passing of Mr. Pierce John Grenfell, PHF.

Past President and Charter Member of the Rotary Club of Eaglehawk.

Pierce (or Mr. Grenfell to so many of us who grew up in Eaglehawk) was a Charter Member of the the Rotary Club of Eaglehawk, serving as the club's President in 1969/1970, a former Councillor and Mayor of the Borough of Eaglehawk, a returned serviceman, long standing business owner, trading as Grenfell's Butchers in both Eaglehawk's CBD and in California Gully. Pierce was renowned throughout the area for his involvement in the Eaglehawk Citizens Brass Band, his tireless work within the community and in his later years, for his daily walks around Lake Neangar. Pierce's 100th birthday last year was testament to how highly he was regarded with an endless stream of messages of congratulations from throughout the community.

We extend our sincere sympathy to Pierce's family and friends.

The following is an excerpt of an article by Brodie Everist that appeared in the Bendigo Advertiser earlier this week -

National Youth Science Forum (NYSF)

Guest speakers at our club meeting on Wednesday 9th April will be four of the local participants from the 2025 National Youth Science Forum.

What to know more about this fantastic program? Interested in joining us on the night? Then simply contact us and we'll let you know how you too can attend to hear from these outstanding students.

Time to Pack Prep Packs

This week sees a night dedicated to the packing of the Prep Packs. A goodie bag filled with fun and educational items that will be distributed throughout our local Primary Schools to each Prep Student. These packs specifically designed for the preppies to take home, enabling them to continue to develop and learn with parents and family members. The kids love them, and the parents get to join in, play games and see first hand their child's development.

Great Aussie Camping Swap Meet

With less than a week to go - it's all hands on deck now!

Bendigo Imagination Library Golf Day

A brilliant start to a fabulous day. The weather, the food, the company - all a great combination to kick off a day of fundraising for the Bendigo Imagination Library Committee. Our club provided Egg & Bacon Sandwiches to make sure all the golfers were well fed before teeing off.

Photo Finishing

Our club were treated to an insight into the inner workings of just how sporting events utilise photo finishing technology. Laurie Preston has been somewhat of a pioneer in this specialised field and is a regular part of the team at local athletic events and has taken his skills internationally. Many thanks for your intriguing presentation to the club Laurie.

A Fun morning at the Bendigo Fun Run

A late call up to help out the organisers of the Bendigo Fun Run - a bumper number of entries meant an increased need for catering to feed the hungry runners!

What an event! Such an eye opener for those of us who just didn't realise the scale of the participation. Well done to our team of volunteers who came together with very little notice - you all did a great job.

Australia Day 2025

The weather, the company, the entertainment and the official presentation to our Eaglehawk Citizen of the Year - what a great day!

Charismatic Teacher, Musician, and Mentor Named Eaglehawk’s Top Citizen for 2025

Albert Skipper, commonly known as Skip, will be honoured as the Eaglehawk Citizen of the Year during a culturally diverse and inclusive Australia Day celebration next Sunday, 26 January. In announcing this distinction, Alison Bacon, President of the Rotary Club of Eaglehawk, stated that Skip has an impressive history of contributing to the community by teaching English and music to thousands of toddlers and children over many years.

"Skip is truly exceptional, having made a significant and positive impact on Eaglehawk through his musical talents, skateboarding skills, and ownership of Skip’s Skateboard Shop on Sailors Gully Road. "His professional and voluntary commitments, coupled with his personal qualities, have enabled him to create a central hub in Eaglehawk for social connection, which is invaluable for mental health and community cohesion,” said Alison.